Alpha is Back This Fall – Sept. 24th
What is Alpha?
Alpha is a welcoming space to explore the Christian faith in a relaxed, open, and friendly environment. Through a 10-week series of videos, small group discussions, and music, you’ll have the opportunity to ask questions, build meaningful relationships, and deepen your faith journey—no matter where you’re starting from.
Adult Alpha (In Person)
Thursdays | 7:00–9:00 p.m.
Starts September 24
Join us each Thursday evening for conversation, community, and faith exploration. Whether you’ve been part of a church for years or are exploring Christianity for the first time, everyone is welcome.
Young Adults Alpha (Ages 18–30)
Looking for real conversations, meaningful connections, and a place to explore your faith with others your age? Our Young Adults Alpha is led by young adults, for young adults. Come as you are—bring your questions, doubts, and curiosity. You don’t have to journey alone.
Ready to join? Click here to learn more and Click here to register.
Invite a friend and come on the journey together!
Last Day to Order a Hard Copy of Magnifica Humantias – Tomorrow!
Pope Leo XIV recently published his first encyclical, a primary teaching document for the Church, calling it Magnifica Humanitas, or ‘Humanity in its Grandeur’. In this encyclical, the Holy Father calls all the faithful to a deeper understanding of what it means to be human in the digital age and of the challenges modern technologies pose to the magnificence God created in each of us. Over 5 evenings this Fall, we’ll be reading and unpacking this important teaching document of the Church in a simple, straightforward way to better understand the Holy Father’s message.
Please contact Alex Craven at faithformation@holytrinityns.ca if you’d like more information, and if you are interested in attending this course, please complete this registration form so we can plan for you to join us. Sessions run from 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM at St. John Vianney church on the following dates:
- Mon Sept 28
- Mon Oct 5
- Mon Oct 19
- Mon Oct 26
- Mon Nov 2
When registering, please let us know if you are interested in purchasing a hard copy of the book through the parish. Parish orders available only until Sept 4th. Alternatively, you can order your own copy in advance at this link or use a free version by downloading the PDF version from the Vatican website HERE.
Faith Formation for the 2026-2027 School Year: Registration now OPEN!
We’re excited to announce the launch of our Faith Formation Programming for this coming school year. You can find breakdowns of each offered program by going to our Children, Youth, and Families page of our website and exploring the options available!
As the year gets underway, we invite all our families with children to register with us using this form so we can keep you in the loop about upcoming events and opportunities for our youth and families throughout the year!
Please register each child individually to give us an accurate understanding of the number and needs of the youth in our parish!
For those youth who will be seeking their First Reconciliation, First Communion, and/or Confirmation during this 2026-2027 year, we ask for your registration (via the form linked above) into our Sacramental Prep or Confirmation Programs as appropriate to your child. Please see below for details on each program, and check the website for schedules as well. Registration for these programs must be completed by September 23rd if you intend for your child to celebrate the sacraments during this 2026-2027 ministry year!
SACRAMENTAL PREPARATION
for First Reconciliation and First Communion (for children Grade 2/Age 7 and up). Preparation for these sacraments deepens our faith through understanding the saving power of Christ’s sacrifice for us, and how God’s grace comes to us in Confession and the Mass. Sessions run bi-weekly on Sunday mornings, with parents & youth attending together. Children must be age 7 by December 1 to register for this program. Upon registering for Sacramental Preparation families MUST (1) provide the Baptismal Record for their child and (2) contact Alex to go over some program-related specifics! Registration for this preparation program is not completed until these two requirements are fulfilled!
CONFIRMATION
(for teens Grade 9 and 10). In Confirmation, our youth prepare to give a full hearted Yes to Christ, committing to a lifelong relationship with the Lord empowered by the gifts and fruits of the Holy Spirit. Upon registering for this program families MUST (1) provide the Baptismal Record for their child and (2) contact Alex to go over some program-related specifics! Registration for this preparation program is not completed until these two requirements are fulfilled! Confirmation youth and parents also should plan to have an interview/conversation with Alex in advance of the program’s start! Sessions fall bi-weekly on Sunday afternoons. **Note that our Schedule for Confirmation is still being finalized. We are awaiting confirmation from the Archdiocese as to when the Archbishop will be available for our Confirmation Mass. The schedule currently has two placeholder weekends but will be updated when we have more info from the Archbishop’s office! Details about this will be provided at the Parent’s Meeting in early October**
We ask for a donation of $40 per registration to help us offset the costs of supplies and resources used throughout the year. However, money is never a roadblock for youth to participate in our faith formation programs, and if the expense is not workable for your family budget, please let us know:
If you have any questions, concerns, or need more information, please contact Alex Craven at faithformation@holytrinityns.ca.
Metanoia High School Youth Ministry is back this fall! 🎉
We’re excited to welcome youth in Grades 9–12 to another year of weekly youth nights, beginning Sunday, September 20, from 6–8 PM at the Parish Hall!
Throughout the year, we’ll grow together in community, discover what it means to have a relationship with Jesus, dive deeper into our faith, and—of course—have lots of fun along the way! 🙌
Whether you’re a familiar face or joining us for the first time, we can’t wait to welcome you and begin another amazing year together!
Ready to join us? Complete the registration survey below, and we’ll see you on September 20th!
Men’s Growth Groups – Sept 14
Do you have a desire to connect with others and grow in your faith? Then our men’s growth group may be the opportunity for you! Holy Trinity Parish Men’s Growth Groups start up again on Monday, September 14th, meeting on the 2nd and 4th Monday of each month at 6:30 p.m. A Growth Group is a small group of Christians who “do life together.” It is a community where we can be known, loved, and cared for, where we help each other become mature in Christ (Ephesians 4:11-16). Our growth is reliant on the Holy Spirit and supported by four cornerstones: Fellowship, Learning, Discussion, and Prayer.
For more information and sign up: Here
You can also contact Mark MacIntyre (markmacintyre1@gmail.com or 902-471-0101) or Bruce Colborne (colborb@accesswave.ca or 902-414-6456).
The only cost is your time. We would love to hear from you.
This fall, each of the men’s groups has decided to guide their formation using one of these resources:
Luke: The Story of Salvation Fulfilled, with Jeff Cavins and Dr. Jeffrey Morrow
More details: Click Here
Watch the trailer: Here
Evangelization: The Acts of the Apostles, with Dr. Mary Healy
More details: Click Here
Watch the trailer: Here
Coffee & Conversation is back this fall! ☕
Join us on Tuesday morning, September 29, following morning Mass in Seton Hall for a time of coffee, conversation, and community. All are welcome!
Mark your calendars—we look forward to seeing you there!
Volunteers Needed: Parish Collection Counting and Recording
Holy Trinity Parish is looking for two volunteers to help with counting and recording parish collections. We’re seeking dependable and detail-oriented individuals who are comfortable using computers, have strong math skills, and enjoy working as part of a team.
This ministry takes approximately 3 hours every second week on a bi-weekly basis. If you’d like to support the parish through this important ministry, please contact shelley@holytrinityns.ca for more information.
Volunteers Needed – Children’s Liturgy
Beginning at the end of September, we’re looking for volunteers to help with Children’s Liturgy during the 11:15 AM Sunday Mass for children ages 4–10. It’s a wonderful opportunity to help children learn about Jesus and the Church while building friendships and community.
Interested in volunteering? Contact office@holytrinityns.ca for more information!
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