On March 6, 1976, seven families elected a committee to begin a new Baptist Union Church in Strathcona County and began services within a month of that time. The group purchased the property, built the original sanctuary and began meeting on this site almost thirty years ago.
A second phase was added in 1988. That phase included the sanctuary, narthex, lower fellowship hall, kitchen, classrooms, and washrooms. The original sanctuary and basement became a gymnasium and youth centre.
In 2003, after a year of planning, we underwent a major renovation to make our spaces usable and to service our ministry and growth over the next ten years. Most of the facility underwent major changes and space allocations so that we might better serve and provide ministry to children, youth, families, and the community.
Following renovations Trinity began exploring it's ministries and focus. Between Fall 2004 and Spring 2005 the church leadership worked on and developed a new mission statement for the church to give focus and direction for the coming years.
Our mission statement is:
We, the people of Trinity Baptist Church, exist to declare the reign of God in Jesus Christ, by the power of the Holy Spirit in Word, in Worship, in Service, and in Community.
Our staff and council are excited about the prospects of ministry for today and tomorrow as we seek to honor Christ.
Trinity Timeline:
March 6, 1976
Seven families from Baptist Union churches in Edmonton elected a committee to begin a new Baptist Union church in Strathcona County.
April 14, 1976
First Service of Worship and Communion in Madonna School.
April 17, 1977
Trinity was officially organized. The charter membership roll was signed by 27 people including the first person baptized into the church.
February 13, 1979
The current church property (2.87 hectares) was purchased.
November 25, 1979
First worship service was held in original sanctuary now the Frank Patch wing.
May 15, 1988
A service was held to dedicate the present sanctuary.
May 26, 2003
Twenty-fifth anniversary celebration.
March - September 2003
Major renovation to the church facility to prepare for the future ministry of the church.
Our Pastors:
Dr. Frank Patch 1976 - 1980
Dr. Barry Cooksley 1980 - 1990
Rev. Gordon Kisner 1986 - 1990
Dr. Keith Churchill 1990 - 1994
Pastor Darryl Rott 1991 - 1998
Rev. Dan Colborne 1995 - 1997
Rev. Wayne Larson 1998 - present
Rev. Elden Faulkner 1999 - 2008
Rev. Mike Engbers 2002 - present
Dr. Brian Craig 2002 - 2005
Robin Ross 2007 - Present
Betty Reitan 2007 - Present
Graeme Watt 2008 - Present
Lynette McElheran 2009 - Present