Published in the Bruce Peninsula Press, April 1, 2026 When Jeff Bird was studying music at the University of Guelph in the 1970s, he fell in love with medieval and renaissance music. After graduating, he discovered the sublime music of the twelfth-century German mystic Hildegard von Bingen (1098-1179). Bird says this was music “on a whole other level” compared to that of her contemporaries. No wonder Bird was captivated by this unusually gifted woman, who was obviously ahead

Published in the Bruce Peninsula Press, April 1, 2026 The Tobermory Thrift Shop, a fundraising initiative of Tobermory United Church, is hoping to expand its services this summer. The Thrift Shop, a hallmark of summer in Tobermory for decades, is able to consider changing its operating format due to extra storage provided by the purchase of a sea container that has been installed on the property at 7101 Highway 6. Though in the past the Thrift Shop has been open for donations

Published March 10, 2026, Bruce Peninsula Press One thing they don’t prepare you for in seminary is what to do when there’s an Olympic gold-medal  hockey game going on at the same time as a church service! I have to say there was a certain level of tension and excitement as we gathered for worship on Feb. 22. We agreed from the outset that updates on the game were welcome during the service. I think it was just before the call to worship when the comment rang out, “They’re in

Published in the Bruce Peninsula Press February 25, 2026 Tobermory United is very pleased to announce that our community of faith received a Mission Support Grant for $10,000.00 from the Western Ontario Waterways Region of the United Church of Canada. Musicians tell us that they love playing in our sanctuary because of the beautiful acoustics and the welcoming natural wood and windows, so this grant is to enable us to enhance our capacity as a performance venue. We are so gra

Tobermory United Church is gearing up to once again host the annual Shrove Tuesday pancake supper, Feb. 17, 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. at the Tobermory Community Centre. The meal includes pancakes, farmers’ sausages, homemade baked beans, fruit, desserts and refreshments. Not only will you be served a wonderful meal, but in the midst of a stormy winter, it will be great to get out and see some friends and neighbours! Admission is by donation. The following morning, February 18, all ar

(Published in the Bruce Peninsula Press, January 13, 2026) On Dec. 18, Tobermory United hosted the third annual Christmas with Peninsula Musicians concert. The music was brilliant, and the vibe was warm and cozy. Many thanks to Brian Taylor, Arnie Crittenden, Dominik Franken, Dan Corcoran, Robert Franklin, Janet Whittington, Rod Layman and the Tobermory United Church Choir for their thoughtful and generous performances! A singalong and a time for catching up and refreshments

Published Dec. 16, Bruce Peninsula Press Many thanks to all those who attended and those who helped in any way with the St. Nicholas Bazaar, held on Nov. 29. The bazaar, a beloved annual Tobermory event, featured countless rustic treasures created by Northern Twisted Roots, more than twenty vendors, a resplendent bake table, a café, crafts, a silent auction and a delicious soup-and-pizza lunch. It’s such a major event and requires so much coordination, but with much hard work

On November 1, lots of folks from Tobermory and the near environs gathered at Tobermory United for the annual craft day hosted by Northern Twisted Roots. This is always a joyous and fun time with lots of conversation and laughter – and even some painting, gluing and creativity achieved! Northern Twisted Roots, and the unique items they create from rustic household wares, is a major part of the St. Nicholas Bazaar. You won’t be able to miss their gigantic display as you enter

Nov. 5 edition, Bruce Peninsula Press Driving up Highway 6, just on the edge of town, you might have seen some activity at the site of the Tobermory Thrift Shop. The Thrift Shop was blessed with a great number of good quality donations this year, and not all of them sold. Though most excess stock is delivered to programs in other communities once the Thrift Shop closes, Tobermory United Church Council has decided to purchase a sea container to install on the Thrift Shop site

Due to the amazing generosity of the community, the Tobermory Thrift Shop is able to continue its season beyond the posted closing date...

On August 13, Summer in the Spirit, a joint initiative between St. Edmund’s Anglican and Tobermory United churches, offered the Tobermory...

Tobermory United Church’s 53 rd  annual Summer Chicken BBQ occurred August 2, and through a marvel of planning, organization and hard...

Summer in the Spirit, a collaboration between Tobermory United and St. Edmund’s Anglican, with the aim of “building community, honouring...

On June 8, Tobermory United celebrated the 100th anniversary of the United Church of Canada. Part of that celebration was the reception...

On June 8, 2025, Tobermory United Church celebrated the 100th anniversary of the United Church of Canada, as did other congregations all...

We hate to cancel worship at Tobermory United, but seeing as ice-laden trees were dangerously bending over roads on the morning of Sunday...

Many, many thanks to all who came out or contributed in any way to Tobermory United Church’s annual pancake supper on March 4th!