Posted by: jwhes | January 8, 2026

TUC Announcements for January 8, 2026

“Beyond all these things put on love, which is the perfect bond of unity.” Colossians 3:14 (NRSV)


Worship: Sunday January 11, 2026 10:45 a.m.; Coffee Sunday.

We are grateful to Gerta de Jong, Marilyn Loat and Karen Wall for cashiering this Sunday. 

Search Committee Re: Staff Associate Position: As reported in October, we are currently communicating with staff, committees, and the congregation to gather feedback related to needs and responsibilities that have been carried out by our Staff Associate until November 30, 2025. Our committee members, Wynn Ferguson, Elaine Hansen, Dale Kendel and Carolyn Pierson, plan to be be available during Fellowship Coffee Time this coming Sunday, January 11 to hear your views, concerns and/or questions for our data gathering process. Please feel free to connect with us at your convenience in weeks to come be it in person, phone or email.

Save the date: Joint Trinity and Good Shepherd Fund Raising Fun and Talent Show Event on Feb 14 at 7.00pm
Please contact Richard Castro if you want to take part.

From Outreach:

A big thank you to all those who generously donated hats and mittens to the Mitten tree this year.  There were a total of 140  items donated – 44  adult neck warmers / hats and 22 adult mittens, plus 28 children’s hats and 46 children’s mittens.  The kids’ things will go to local schools and the adult items will be taken to Pimicikamak Wellness Centre downtown. All will be put to good use on our cold Manitoba days.  Thank you so much! 

A huge thank you to everyone for your generous support of the Christmas hampers that the Outreach committee organized this season. They were delivered on December 22,  just in time for Christmas. Both families were very appreciative! 

It is with deep gratitude and joy that we are pleased to announce that Susan Delaney and Marilyn Loat have offered to become co-assistant coordinators on the funeral reception team.  THANK YOU to both of them.

In our Prayers:

We hold Sandi and Eunice in prayer as they face the critical health situation of their daughter, Dale. We also pray for Dale’s sister, Sharon, and her partner, Alex; for her own children; and for all relatives during this very difficult time. 

We pray for Richard Ellis who is recovering at home with health issues.
We pray for Milt Muldrew who is dealing with health issues.

We pray for Victor Bryll who is dealing with health issues.

We pray for  Bernice Gregory who is dealing with health issues.

We pray for Connie Fillion who is in hospital dealing with health issues.
We continue to pray for Damber’s family: for Sumi as she continues her recovery; for Sumi’s three nieces, Ameera, Anupaa, and Anuka; and for Damber’s mother, Dhan, who has now been moved to comfort care as her health has become critical. Damber and Sumi are deeply grateful for your prayers and support.

From Prairie to Pine Region: Baptism of Jesus 
Please hold in prayer the following communities of faith: Clandeboye,  Winnipeg Beach,  Deloraine-Melita-Tilston (Deloraine, Melita, Tilston-disbanding)

Our thoughts and prayers are with the people of Pimicikamak Cree Nation: those whose homes and businesses were directly impacted by the recent power outage and damage to critical infrastructure servicing the community; those who were evacuated for their safety and well-being to other communities and remain there while restoration happens; those assisting with meeting the needs of evacuees and with restoration efforts within the community. We were made aware that Johnston Garrioch Memorial United Church in Cross Lake experienced frozen pipes in the church building and the trailer that acts as a manse.

Our thoughts and prayers are with the people of Venezuela during this time of uncertainty and upheaval.

Trinity provides Church Services at the St. Norbert Personal Care Home and the Waverley/Rosewood Retirement Community. We provide a half-hour service at St. Norbert on the first Thursday of every month at 10:30 am and at the Waverley/Rosewood on the second Wednesday of every month at 10 am. HOWEVER, DUE TO THE FIRST THURSDAY IN JANUARY FALLING ON NEW YEARS DAY, THE ST. NORBERT SERVICE HAS BEEN RE-SCHEDULED TO JAN. 8 AT 10:30. AND WE HAVE HAD TO CHANGE THE WAVERLEY/ROSEWOOD SERVICE TO JAN. 7 AT 10AM INSTEAD OF THE SECOND WEDNESDAY. THE SCHEDULE SHOULD BE BACK TO NORMAL IN FEBRUARY. If you would like to join us please contact Nancy or Terry DeLong at (204) 254-3450 or nanter1@shaw.ca.

Programs at Trinity: All are welcome to attend


Trinity Yoga on Zoom – Saturday 10:00 a.m.

Worship: Sunday January 11, 2026 10:45 a.m. Coffee Sunday

Bible Study –  Monday 1:30 p.m. at Trinity
Yoga – Southside Community Group – 
Wednesday 10:30 a.m. – at Trinity in person and on Zoom 
Trinity Walkers:  From Maryann – Even though the weather has changed I am still walking. Contact me if you are interested in having a walking partner. 

Electronics Recycling – Bring your small electronics for recycling – recycle items that fit into the blue box in the narthex. 

Opportunities to serve: There are many volunteer opportunities in the ministry at Trinity. If you are able to offer the gift of time, please let us know. There are opportunities, to serve on committees, to help with one time special events, help serve at funeral lunches and fellowship coffee, to help with technology, read scripture, offer prayers, sing in the choir, to work at bombers games, help with Sunday School and Youth, etc. Please prayerfully consider these opportunities and be in touch with the office (204 269 1632) tuc@mymts.net.  We are grateful for every gift given and appreciate all you do for Trinity. We’re always grateful for enthusiastic volunteers to help with worship and other ministries at our church. If you feel called to lend a hand, please stop by the News Board in the Narthex and add your name to the sign-up sheet. Your generosity truly makes a difference.

Office Hours at Trinity United Church are Monday to Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.  

The Worship YouTube link is sent out Monday after each service. If you would like a PDF copy of the Reflection emailed to you, please contact the office at tuc@mymts.net

Posted by: jwhes | January 5, 2026

TUC Worship Link for January 4

 “Beyond all these things put on love, which is the perfect bond of unity.” Colossians 3:14 (NRSV)

Worship Link for January 4, 2026: https://youtu.be/hIYLXi3mA94

Worship:  Sunday, January 11, 2026: 10:45 a.m.; Coffee Sunday

Scripture to Ponder & Prayer 

First Week after Epiphany

Texts this Week:

           Isaiah 42:1–9; Psalm 29; Acts 10:34–43; Matthew 3:13–17

To Ponder:

           Isaiah 42:1–9; Matthew 3:13–17

A Brief Pondering: Isaiah 42:1–9; Matthew 3:13–17

We baptize with water because water is life. It sustains, cleanses, and renews. In the Jordan River, John called people to repent—not as a gesture of shame, but as an invitation to turn, to re-orient their lives toward God. The water did not simply wash away the past; it marked the beginning of something new—a life reshaped by grace.

In winter, life seems hidden. Beneath frozen ground and quiet snow, creation waits. We trust that spring will come, not because we see it, but because God has been faithful before. Our lives move through seasons like this too—times of growth and times of waiting, moments of clarity and stretches of doubt. Yet life remains, even when it feels buried.

When Jesus stepped into the water, he entered fully into the human story. He joined those who were struggling, uncertain, still learning how to turn their hearts toward God. How many others that day carried unfinished repentance, complicated lives, fragile hope? And how many later remembered that moment—remembered the water, remembered Jesus—and found courage to keep going?

Baptism becomes one of those faith memories we carry with us. It reminds us, again and again, that before we achieve or fail, before we understand or question, we are named and claimed as God’s beloved children.

Let us pray …

Remind us, O God, of our baptism—

of water touching skin, of grace flowing over us,

of your Spirit descending with quiet power.

Call us again into the way of discipleship,

especially when our faith feels weary or uncertain.

Your anointing has not faded.

Your touch still rests upon your people,

still naming us beloved,

still calling us into our vocation of love, justice, and hope.

Renew us in these waters, O God,

that we may rise again to live as your children

in the world you so deeply love. Amen.

Posted by: jwhes | January 5, 2026

TUC Announcements for December 31, 2025

“Beyond all these things put on love, which is the perfect bond of unity.” Colossians 3:14 (NRSV)

    Wishing you all a very Happy New Year!  – See attached note from Damber


Worship: Sunday January 4, 2026 10:45 a.m.; Communion

We are grateful to Ed & Isabel Tymofichuk and Ken & Elaine Johnson for cashiering this Sunday. 

It is with deep gratitude and joy that we are pleased to announce that Susan Delaney and Marilyn Loat have offered to become co-assistant coordinators on the funeral reception team.  THANK YOU to both of them.

A huge thank you to everyone for your generous support of the Christmas hampers that the Outreach committee organized this season. They were delivered on December 22,  just in time for Christmas. Both families were very appreciative! 

We’re always grateful for enthusiastic volunteers to help with worship and other ministries at our church. If you feel called to lend a hand, please stop by the News Board in the Narthex and add your name to the sign-up sheet. Your generosity truly makes a difference.

In our Prayers

We pray for those facing health challenges:

We hold in prayer Dale, the daughter of Sandi and Eunice, who is currently receiving treatment in Texas, USA. May God surround her with healing, strength, and daily restoration, and grant peace and comfort to her and her family during this time.

We pray for Richard Ellis who is recovering at home with health issues.
We pray for Milt Muldrew who is dealing with health issues.
We pray for Victor Bryll who is dealing with health issues.
We pray for  Bernice Gregory who is dealing with health issues.
We pray for Connie Fillion who is in hospital dealing with health issues.
We continue to pray for Damber’s family – Sumi as she continues her recovery, for Sumi’s three nieces Ameera, Anupaa, and Anuka, and for Damber’s mother, Dhan, as she faces health issues. Damber and Sumi are grateful for your prayers and support.

From Prairie to Pine Region: Epiphany Sunday 
Celebrate Epiphany (January 6) 
Wider Church volunteers 
Please hold in prayer the following communities of faith: Birtle-Miniota (Birtle, Miniota), Crossroads (Carman), Hillsview (Bowsman)

Trinity provides Church Services at the St. Norbert Personal Care Home and the Waverley/Rosewood Retirement Community. We provide a half-hour service at St. Norbert on the first Thursday of every month at 10:30 am and at the Waverley/Rosewood on the second Wednesday of every month at 10 am. HOWEVER, DUE TO THE FIRST THURSDAY IN JANUARY FALLING ON NEW YEARS DAY, THE ST. NORBERT SERVICE HAS BEEN RE-SCHEDULED TO JAN. 8 AT 10:30. AND WE HAVE HAD TO CHANGE THE WAVERLEY/ROSEWOOD SERVICE TO JAN. 7 AT 10AM INSTEAD OF THE SECOND WEDNESDAY. THE SCHEDULE SHOULD BE BACK TO NORMAL IN FEBRUARY. If you would like to join us please contact Nancy or Terry DeLong at (204) 254-3450 or nanter1@shaw.ca.

Programs at Trinity: All are welcome to attend


Trinity Yoga – on Zoom – Resumes in January

Worship: Sunday January 4, 2026 10:45 a.m. Communion

Bible Study –  Monday 1:30 p.m. at Trinity
Yoga – Southside Community Group –
Resumes in January 
Trinity Walkers:  From Maryann – Even tho the weather has changed I am still walking. Contact me if you are interested in having a walking partner. 

Electronics Recycling – Bring your small electronics for recycling – recycle items that fit into the blue box in the narthex. 

Opportunities to serve: There are many volunteer opportunities in the ministry at Trinity. If you are able to offer the gift of time, please let us know. There are opportunities, to serve on committees, to help with one time special events, help serve at funeral lunches and fellowship coffee, to help with technology, read scripture, offer prayers, sing in the choir, to work at bombers games, help with Sunday School and Youth, etc. Please prayerfully consider these opportunities and be in touch with the office (204 269 1632) tuc@mymts.net.  We are grateful for every gift given and appreciate all you do for Trinity. See sign up sheets in the narthex for scripture reading, prayers of the people, ushers and greeters. 

Office Hours at Trinity United Church are Monday to Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.  The office will be closed January 1st.  

The Worship YouTube link is sent out Monday after each service. If you would like a PDF copy of the Reflection emailed to you, please contact the office at tuc@mymts.net

Posted by: jwhes | December 18, 2025

TUC Announcements for December 18, 2025

“Beyond all these things put on love, which is the perfect bond of unity.” Colossians 3:14 (NRSV)


Worship: Sunday December 21, 2025, 10:45 a.m. Fourth Sunday of Advent

Longest Night Service: December 21, 2025, 7:00 p.m.

We are anticipating two services this Sunday: Advent 4 Morning Service at 10:45 a.m. Longest Night Service at 7:00 p.m. (a joint service with our friends from Good Shepherd Anglican) Please join us for either or both services as you are able. 

We are grateful to Joann Sauve and Mary Ann Koop for cashiering this Sunday. 

We are delighted to share the newest video message from The Right Rev. Dr. Kimberly Heath, 45th Moderator of The United Church of Canada:   Moderator’s Christmas Message: Setting a Place at the Table This Christmas 

We invite the congregation of Trinity United Church to hold St. Mary Magdalene and Good Shepherd Anglican Church in prayer, as both are navigating a time of discernment and transition in response to current challenges. No decisions have been made. We pray for wisdom, courage, and the guidance of the Holy Spirit for the leadership and people of both communities.


We are pleased to announce that Christian Yokosawa has been appointed as our Accompanist at Trinity.
We warmly welcome Christian to our staff and extend our appreciation for his service in filling this role on an interim basis since mid-November.


Merry Christmas and Best Wishes for 2026 to our Trinity staff! In keeping with Trinity tradition, we recognize and celebrate our much-appreciated staff members during the Christmas season. On behalf of the congregation, the Ministry and Personnel Committee has presented Christmas cards and gifts to Damber, Irma, Tierney, Héctor, Christian, Kathy, and Samantha. May God’s love and presence bless each of them abundantly.


The worship video from last Sunday, December 14, was uploaded in an unedited form due to technical challenges. Thank you for your patience. We are grateful to our technical team—Harry, Jackie, and Lambert—for their hard work in helping us stay connected with our worship each week.


Many thanks to everyone who shared Christmas cookies and treats during the December 14 service. We also extend our gratitude to the Fellowship Team for their efforts in making this celebration possible.

Heartfelt thanks to Karen Wall for initiating the Christmas Stars Campaign, and to all who helped make it possible. We hold in our hearts and prayers all the names on the stars, both named and unnamed, that their memory may continue to be with us.

Trinity is looking for a co-coordinator to do funeral receptions.  If you feel that you can help with this, please let Ruth Graham or the office know before the end of December.

We’re always grateful for enthusiastic volunteers to help with worship and other ministries at our church. If you feel called to lend a hand, please stop by the News Board in the Narthex and add your name to the sign-up sheet. Your generosity truly makes a difference.

🎄Outreach Suggestions for Christmas Giving – 2025🎁

1.    Trinity’s traditional mitten tree – Donations of mittens and hats are welcomed at our tree in the narthex.  The schools tell us that there is more need for mittens! 
3.    Giftswithvision.ca – The United Church catalogue has many good ideas for global gifts that can be purchased online. For example, a $50 food basket will be matched for$400 value. $100 will be matched for $900 value for girl power through nourishment, education and protection for girls around the world.

Thank you for considering these ideas as we plan our Christmas giving. 🎁

CHRISTMAS STARS CAMPAIGN 2025  

Starts Sunday, November 9th  –  Ends Sunday, December 21st  

Purchase your Christmas Star in memory of a loved one or event, to honor someone or something special, or just because… Karen Wall will be in the narthex before and after services from Sunday, November 9th to Sunday, December 21st to assist you with the Stars information form and payment.  PLEASE NOTE: There is no set payment amount for a Christmas Star, give what you wish…

  

CONGRATULATIONS to Lily Hemlow!! Although she missed getting the Provincial U16 Female Indoor 800m Track record by 1 second, she was able to break the 1200m record by 2 seconds. She is currently in the Top Ten in the World in this event. And this gives her 2 Provincial records, so far!!

In our Prayers:

We pray for those facing health challenges:

We hold in prayer Dale, the daughter of Sandi and Eunice, who is currently receiving treatment in Texas, USA. May God surround her with healing, strength, and daily restoration, and grant peace and comfort to her and her family during this time.

We pray for Milt Muldrew who is dealing with health issues.

We pray for Victor Bryll who is dealing with health issues.

We pray for  Bernice Gregory who is dealing with health issues.

We pray for Connie Fillion who is in hospital dealing with health issues.
We continue to pray for Damber’s family – Sumi as she continues her recovery, for Sumi’s three nieces Ameera, Anupaa, and Anuka, and for Damber’s mother, Dhan, as she faces health issues. Damber and Sumi are grateful for your prayers and support.

From Prairie to Pine Region: Third Sunday of Advent 
Please hold in prayer the following communities of faith: Prairie Vision (Bladur, Cypress River), Winnipeg: Raymond Flett Memorial

Trinity provides Church Services at the St. Norbert Personal Care Home and the Waverley/Rosewood Retirement Community. We provide a half-hour service at St. Norbert on the first Thursday of every month at 10:30 am and at the Waverley/Rosewood on the second Wednesday of every month at 10 am. HOWEVER, DUE TO THE FIRST THURSDAY IN JANUARY FALLING ON NEW YEARS DAY, THE ST. NORBERT SERVICE HAS BEEN RE-SCHEDULED TO JAN. 8 AT 10:30. If you would like to join us please contact Nancy or Terry DeLong at (204) 254-3450 or nanter1@shaw.ca.

Programs at Trinity: All are welcome to attend

Trinity Yoga - on Zoom - Resumes in January

Worship: Sunday December 21 2025, 10:45 a.m. Fourth Sunday of Advent

Longest Night Service: December 21, 7:00 p.m.

Christmas Eve Service: December 24, 7:00 p.m.
Bible Study –  Resumes Monday January 5th – 1:30 p.m.
at Trinity
Yoga – Southside Community Group – Resumes in January 

Trinity Walkers:  From Maryann – Even tho the weather has changed I am still walking. Contact me if you are interested in having a walking partner. 

Electronics Recycling – Bring your small electronics for recycling – recycle items that fit into the blue box in the narthex. 

Opportunities to serve: There are many volunteer opportunities in the ministry at Trinity. If you are able to offer the gift of time, please let us know. There are opportunities, to serve on committees, to help with one time special events, help serve at funeral lunches and fellowship coffee, to help with technology, read scripture, offer prayers, sing in the choir, to work at bombers games, help with Sunday School and Youth, etc. Please prayerfully consider these opportunities and be in touch with the office (204 269 1632) tuc@mymts.net.  We are grateful for every gift given and appreciate all you do for Trinity. See sign up sheets in the narthex for scripture reading, prayers of the people, ushers and greeters. 

Office Hours at Trinity United Church for Christmas Eve, December 24th, will be 9:00 – 11:00 a.m. The office will be closed December 25th, 26th and January 1st.  Regular office hours for Trinity are Monday to Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

The Worship YouTube link is sent out Monday after each service. If you would like a PDF copy of the Reflection emailed to you, please contact the office at tuc@mymts.net

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