Worship and Faith
Our worship at TSP is warm, inclusive, and grounded in the Christian faith tradition. Sunday mornings are a time to gather together in community, to open ourselves to the presence of God, and to explore the relevance of the Gospel message in our everyday lives. Members of our congregation take regular leadership in worship services through reading scripture, singing in the choir, and writing and offering prayers.
We meet every Sunday for worship at 10:30am, both in-person and on Zoom. All of our services are posted on our YouTube Channel. In addition to Sunday worship, we host a weekly bible study and a bi-weekly prayer and reflection group. Our 30+ member choir rehearses weekly.
Read on to learn more – we hope you join us.
Zoom link to join Sunday worship: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/87307293024
Upcoming Special Services - Carols by Candlelight and Christmas Eve!
Regular Features of our Church Life:
Children's Church Program
Our Children’s Church program is for children ages 4 and up. It takes place in the Memorial Room (off the Narthex) at Trinity-St. Paul’s United Church from 10:30-11:30AM. Your child is welcome to attend on a weekly or on a drop-in basis!
Our teachers, Jeorgina Taganas and Lucy Nhung Ngo, are warm and engaging. Our Children’s Church uses the new United Church curriculum, “The GO Project”, which you can read more about here. Our Children’s Church time includes stories, games, arts and crafts, and more!
This program is a great way for children to make new friendships, learn about faith, and have lots of fun.
For more information, contact Jeorgina at rosenkim@yahoo.com
I’m new to church. What can I expect?
Coming to church for the first time (or for the first time in a long time) can be intimidating! We are so glad that you are considering joining us to worship. Here is a bit of what you can expect on Sunday mornings:
The church doors open at 10am, and service starts at 10:30. Arrive a few minutes early to settle in. The main doors we use on Sunday mornings are those closest to Bloor and Robert Streets. There is an accessible entrance off Bloor Street a bit further west. Every week, a dedicated greeter (or two!) will welcome you at the door and offer you a bulletin. Feel free to let the greeters know you are new here!
At TSP, music is an important aspect of our worship life. Our Director of Music, 30+ member choir, and soloists sing a diverse repertoire, and including United Church hymns (i.e. Voices United, More Voices) as well as classical, world, and jazz music.
Each week, members of our congregation take turns offering the land acknowledgement, reading scripture passages, and offering prayers of the people. Sometimes we have periods of silence for contemplative prayer, where still the mind in order to open ourselves to the presence of God. A freewill offering is incorporated into the service each week.
On the first Sunday of every month, we partake in the sacrament of Holy Communion. Our approach to Communion is one of radical welcome – that is, everyone is welcome at Christ’s table, whether you are baptized or not, and whether or not you call yourself a Christian! All are welcome at Christ’s table.
After service, we gather in the Narthex (the foyer attached to the Sanctuary) for coffee and treats. You are warmly invited to stay and say hello! You will find our community welcoming, curious, and engaging. No matter where you are in your faith journey, there is a place for you here to grow in faith and in community. Welcome!