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Keep up to date with news and events happening at Plymouth-Trinity! For upcoming church and community events, please see the Calendar.

Meeting of the Sherbrooke Groupe de travail des Ministères francophones & swahiliphones

A first meeting of Sherbrooke's Working Group of French-speaking and Swahili-speaking Ministries took place in January at Plymouth-Trinity United Church, to organize the year 2025.

As written in the French-language Infolettre of the United Church of Canada: “Célébrons ensemble l'émergence de ce nouveau ministère en notre sein et prions pour tous les membres de ce groupe.”

Contact Plymouth-Trinity for more information!

Month of the History of People of African Descent 2025

L'Eglise Unie du Canada celebre le Mois de l’histoire des personnes d’ascendance africaine 2025 avec le theme " L’éveil de conscience réside dans une vraie unité tout en gardant notre identité . "

Vous trouverez tout les renseignements sur les évenements ici!

De plus, le culte de cloture se tiendra a Plymouth-Trinity, le 2 mars, un culte diffusé aussi par Zoom!

The nights are shorter....

In this week's column from Rev. Dr. Emmanuel Djacoba Tehindrazanarivelo, who oversees the United Church of Canada's Ministeres en francais, the pastor reflects on international matters, and Epiphany.

Read it here (in French).

Moderator's message for the centenary of the United Church of Canada

June 10, 2025, will mark the United Church of Canada’s 100th anniversary—an opportunity to honour our past and look to the future! In her Centennial message, Moderator Carmen Lansdowne invites you to explore the vision of our founders and commemorate this milestone with your community.

Watch it here.

Celebrations for 100 years of the United Church of Canada

A momentous occasion is upon us! The United Church of Canada turns 100 on June 10, 2025. The Centennial Commemoration year launched with a kick-off worship service in Toronto on June 9, 2024. Witness the launch of a year-long celebration of deep spirituality, bold discipleship, and daring justice:

The worship service can be watched on YouTube right here.

Make history in your own community! Visit the Centennial Worship page for resources to use in your faith community and sign up for our new Centennial Newsletter.

Plymouth-Trinity is looking for a bookkeeper!

Work with us!

Job Title: Bookkeeper

Location: remote, with the occasional meeting at the church
Position Type: Part-Time, variable (a maximum of 10 hours per week during peak periods)

Compensation: to be determined
Start Date: January 2025

Job Overview:
Plymouth-Trinity United Church is a church located in Sherbrooke. We are seeking a Bookkeeper. The successful candidate will work closely with the treasurer at the church to maintain accurate financial records, manage accounts payable and receivable, and assist with financial reporting.

This position requires proficiency in Software4NonProfits, a financial management software designed for nonprofit organizations, and an understanding of government filing requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

• Financial Recordkeeping: Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records
• Accounts Payable & Receivable: Process invoices, payments, and receipts in a timely manner.
• Bank Reconciliation: Reconcile bank accounts, ensuring accuracy of financial records.
• Financial Reporting: Assist in preparing monthly and annual financial reports, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements.

• Tax and Government Filings:
o Prepare and file all necessary government filings, including federal and provincial tax returns (e.g., GST/TVQ, T4s, and other CRA submissions).
o CNESST Filings: Ensure compliance with workplace health and safety filing requirements in Quebec, including regular CNESST remittances and reports.
o Assist with other government-related filings as needed to ensure compliance with all regulatory obligations.

• Tax Support: Gather financial data to support year-end tax filings.
• Budgeting & Forecasting: Assist with budgeting and financial forecasting
• Financial Oversight: Ensure that financial policies and procedures are followed to maintain transparent and accountable financial practices.

Qualifications:
• Education: Accounting degree or equivalent experience in bookkeeping or accounting.
• Experience: Previous bookkeeping experience, preferably in a nonprofit or faith-based organization.
• Skills:
o Strong knowledge of accounting principles and financial reporting.
o Proficiency with Software4NonProfits or similar nonprofit accounting software is preferred.
o Experience with Microsoft Excel and other office software.
o Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently.
o Excellent communication skills and the ability to collaborate with others.
o Ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently and meet deadlines.
o Ability to work in both English and French.

How to Apply:

Please submit your resume and a cover letter outlining your qualifications and experience to plymouthtrinitychurch@gmail.com to the attention of the Ministry and Personnel Committee.

Plymouth Trinity United Church is an equal opportunity employer and encourages individuals from all backgrounds to apply.

Call for nominations

The General Council Nominations Committee has launched a call for nominations for several vacancies.

People across the church are invited to express their interest, or nominate others who have the gifts to serve well in these leadership roles. The Nominations Committee welcomes hearing from anyone, and particularly encourages those from groups which have been traditionally marginalized in our church, including (but not limited to) youth and young adults, Indigenous and racialized members, those active in francophone ministry, and people who identify as disabled.

You can find United Church job and volunteer opportunities here. Check back regularly!

United in learning

Do you enjoy learning? Discovering new things? Or perhaps you’re feeling a bit tired? And you need something new? Here’s an option:

“United-in-Learning offers a variety of distance education opportunities for church leaders. Whether you're clergy or lay, whether you have years of experience under your belt, or you've just joined your first committee, we have ways to connect you with like-minded people across the country to help make your church more vibrant, exciting, and alive.”

You can find United-in-Learning here.

“Most of our programs use computer and telephone to connect people across the miles. It's a way to break down isolation in ministry, and share best practices from one end of the country to another. For most programs, all you'll need is a computer with Internet access, and a telephone.”

Items and belongings

In order to reduce clutter and confusion in the building and to ensure your belongings are returned to you (or at least are safe) please label all items you bring to church.

Lost and found: Have you misplaced something in the church? A Lost & Found box can be found in the church hall, right next to the elevator.