Trinity United Church

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

Worship Link for Sunday March 8: https://youtu.be/BbMrz29OLv0

Worship:  Sunday, March 15, 2026 10:45 AM; Fourth Sunday in Lent

Scripture to Ponder – Fourth Week of Lent

John 9:35–41 | Symbol: A Coin

Texts this week: 1 Samuel 16:1–13; Psalm 23; Ephesians 5:8–14; John 9:1–41

In John 9, Jesus meets a man who had been blind from birth. Though his eyes are opened, he is rejected by those who believe they already understand God best. When Jesus later finds him, he asks a simple question:

“Do you believe in the Son of Man?” (John 9:35)

The man responds with humility and faith. But those who claimed spiritual certainty remain blind. Jesus says:

“I came into this world for judgment so that those who do not see may see, and those who do see may become blind.” (John 9:39)

This week we hold the symbol of a coin.

A coin represents the economy of our world—trade, value, and power. Today we see nations competing through weapons, economic pressure, and trade wars. Fuel prices rise, the cost of living grows heavier, and ordinary people struggle more each day.

The question we must ask is simple: Who truly benefits?

Often, the answer is no one.

In this passage, the religious leaders believed they possessed the wealth of certainty. Their pride became their blindness. The healed man, however, had no status or authority—only humility. Because he was open, he was able to see what others could not.

Lent calls us to lament, confession, and realignment.

We lament the suffering and divisions of our world.

We confess the ways pride and power shape our choices.

And we return again to God’s way of justice and humility.

In God’s economy, value is measured differently:

Humility is richer than pride.

Peace is greater than power.

Compassion carries more weight than profit.

The healed man simply says, “Lord, I believe.” (John 9:38)

That confession reveals the true wealth of faith.

To ponder this week:

When you hold a coin, remember that the world measures value in wealth and power. Christ invites us into a different economy—one where humility opens our eyes and God’s grace realigns our lives.

Prayer

God of truth and mercy,

Open our eyes when pride blinds us.

Teach us to lament the suffering of the world

and to return to your ways.

Realign our hearts with your justice and peace,

so that we may walk as children of light.

Amen.

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

Worship Link for Sunday March 1:  https://youtu.be/eYfU5vOld6E

Worship:  Sunday, March 8, 2026 10:45 AM

Trinity Annual Meeting: March 8, following Worship

   REMEMBER TIME CHANGE THIS WEEKEND – SPRING AHEAD!

Scripture to Ponder & Prayer

3^rd week of Lenten Journey

Texts this week: Exodus 17:1–7; Psalm 95; Romans 5:1–11; John 4:5–42

To Ponder: John 4:5–42 — The Woman at the Well

At a well in the heat of the day, Jesus meets a woman who comes carrying more than an empty jar. She is thirsty—not only for water, but for dignity, truth, belonging, and justice. Jesus sees beyond her surface need and speaks to the deeper thirst within her soul. He offers not a bucket drawn from the earth, but living water—grace that restores, love that tells the truth, and hope that cannot run dry.

In this Lenten season, we remember that Christ meets us at our own wells: in the places where we feel exposed, weary, or unseen. He does not turn away from our questions or our stories. Instead, he sits beside us, listens, and offers the life-giving water that quenches the thirst of the heart and renews the courage of the spirit. The water he offers is not only for comfort—it is for transformation. It washes wounds, softens hardened places, and sends us back into the world as witnesses of grace.

Question for the journey:

Where is Christ meeting you today—and what thirst within you is he longing to fill?

Let’s pray…

Living God,

you meet us at the wells of our lives—

in the places where we are tired, thirsty, and searching.

You know the longings we carry:

for justice, for healing, for belonging, for peace.

Pour into us the living water of Christ,

that our hardened places may soften,

our restless spirits may be stilled,

and our weary hearts renewed.

Wash us, as with a basin and towel,

from all that keeps us from loving you and one another.

Teach us to receive your grace,

and then to share it freely,

so that others, too, may taste hope.

We pray in the name of Jesus,

the source of living water. Amen.

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

Worship Link for February 22, 2026: https://youtu.be/-ud_3jAxAwQ

Worship:  Sunday, March 1, 2026 10:45 AM; Communion

Scripture to Ponder & Prayer

Second Week of Lent

Texts: Genesis 12:1–4; Psalm 121; Romans 4:1–5, 13–17; John 3:1–17

To Ponder: John 3:1–17

Last week, the stone we held reminded us of the weight we carry into Lent—our confessions, burdens, and the honest truth of our lives before God. This week, the symbol changes to a loaf of bread. If the stone named what is heavy, the bread reveals what sustains. Lent holds these together: we release what weighs us down, and we receive what gives us life.

In John’s Gospel, Nicodemus comes to Jesus searching in the night, longing for understanding. Jesus speaks of being born from above, of the Spirit moving like the wind, bringing life that cannot be manufactured or earned. Then comes the promise that anchors our faith: “For God so loved the world…” (John 3:16). This love is not a reward for perfection; it is the source of new birth. Christ comes not to condemn but to save, not to burden but to restore.

The bread before us becomes a Lenten sign of this grace. Bread is gift, nourishment, and sharing. It reminds us that the same God who meets us in our brokenness also feeds us with mercy. We are sustained by love we did not create and could never deserve. And as we are fed, we are called to become bread for others—signs of compassion, hope, and life in a hungry world.

Prayer

Loving God,

you meet us in our heaviness

and you feed us with your grace.

In this holy season,

lift what burdens our hearts

and nourish us with your life-giving Spirit.

Make us signs of your love for the world,

through Christ, who came not to condemn but to save. Amen.

Source:

The Holy Bible, New Revised Standard Version Updated Edition. National Council of Churches, 2021.

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

Worship: Sunday February 22, 10:45 a.m.

We are grateful to Ben & Meryle Berg and Ed & Isabel Tymofichuk for cashiering this Sunday. 

The Nominating committee is looking for two individuals to serve on the Christian Education team and two people to join Ministry and Personnel. We also need to fill the position of Chair-elect of Trinity’s Leadership Team. We must fill these vacancies before the Annual Meeting on March 8th. If you see yourself in one of these roles, or have questions pertaining to the positions or teams, please contact Susan Delaney at sjdelaney182@gmail.com or Gerta de Jong at gdejong@mymts.net.

The World Day of Prayer service is set for March 21 at Mary Mother of the Church on Kirkbridge. The feature country this year is Nigeria. 

As a result of rising costs in printing, postage, and mail strikes, Broadview Magazine will transition to an annual subscription model featuring six print issues in 2026.  Group subscribers will still receive the 5 issues remaining in their current subscription.  Renewals will be done in March – group price remains the same ($30) per subscription.

From David Tafelmeyer, Good Shepherd Anglican:

To all my Trinity friends….

After 29 years of service as Organist and Choir Director at Good Shepherd, I will be retiring.  My last service will be March 15.

This was announced at our Annual General Meeting today, so I can now share the news with yourselves.

I’ve made so many great friends at Trinity United, and I thank you all for the great fun and the many years we’ve had together.

Kind Regards,

David

In our Prayers:

We hold in prayer Sandi and Eunice Cull and family on the passing of their daughter, Dale. 

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 and for Sumi’s three nieces, Ameera, Anupaa, and Anuka;  We hold Damber and Sumi and family in prayer on the passing of his mother. 

From Prairie to Pine Region: Black History Month (February)  

Please hold in prayer the following community of faith: Glenboro Pastoral Charge

Our thoughts and prayers join with many as we remember the people of Tumbler Ridge, B.C., as they continue to mourn the loss of valued members of their community, make plans to celebrate the lives of those lost and begin to make arrangements for alternative classrooms to enable secondary school students and teachers to return to their studies in the weeks ahead. Our prayers are with those who are discerning ways to address the shortcomings in some significant resources and supports that this tragedy has brought to light. We pray for those providing support and education on related matters. Please read the letter of the Moderator in the wake of this tragedy. 

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. 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, February 22 10:45 a.m.

Trinity Annual Meeting: March 8

Bible Study –  Monday 1:30 p.m. at Trinity
Yoga – Southside Community Group – In Person and Zoom: Wednesday 10:30 at Trinity
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