Trinity United Church

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

Worship: Sunday, August 23, 9:30 a.m. Joint Service led by Good Shepherd Anglican

ALL SUNDAY JOINT SUMMER WORSHIP SERVICES begin Sundays at 9:30 a.m. 

Joint services will alternate between TUC and GSA throughout the summer. We look forward to worshipping together in community! Our joint services with The Church of the Good Shepherd Anglican (GSA) are as follows: August 23 – GSA, August 16, August 30 – TUC

Joint Churches 2026 Soup Sale     

Good Shepherd and Trinity churches will be holding another Soup Sale this Fall. Both churches are asking for volunteers to make soup.  If you already know you will be making soup please contact Marilyn Loat ( cdmloat@mymts.net ) or Ann Timonin ( timonina@hotmail.com) by September 6th. Your email should include a list of all the ingredients so that purchasers know what they’re buying. Details regarding packaging and drop-off will be forthcoming.

YOU’RE INVITED! ⛳ Trinity United Church Youth Group First Annual Golf Tournament ⛳

Sunday, September 13; Crescent Drive Golf Course; Arrive: 2:30 PM Tee-off: 3:00 PM

All TUC and GSA folk are invited for a fun afternoon of golf and fellowship! Adult: $27, Senior (60+): $24. Youth 17 & under play FREE when accompanied by a paying adult or senior, courtesy of the City of Winnipeg. Each youth may also invite one friend.

Participants should have some familiarity with golf so everyone can keep a comfortable pace. No first-time golfers, please.

Prizes & Treats: After the round, youth participants will receive a free drink, snack and prize, courtesy of the Hamilton Memorial Fund. 

Prizes will also be awarded for:

* Closest to the Hole

* Longest Drive

* Youth and Adult/Senior categories

What to Bring: Please bring your own clubs, golf balls, tees, water, sunscreen, bug spray and other golf essentials.

Clubs, pull carts and electric carts may be rented at the course at your own expense. If you would like an electric cart, reserving one in advance is recommended.

Parents and grandparents are asked to accompany participating children or grandchildren. Car rides can be arranged.

Possible rain dates: September 20 or 27

Sign Up by Sunday, September 6

Add your name to the sign-up sheet on the Youth Group Bulletin Board in the Narthex, or contact:

Nancy or Terry DeLong

204-254-3450

terry_delong@hotmail.com

The more, the merrier — come join us on the course!

Share Your ChurchOrama Experience

Those of you who visited other churches during the Festival of ChurchOrama are invited to share a few words about your experiences.

What did you observe? What touched you deeply? What did you learn? Did you discover any new traditions or worship practices?

Please share your ChurchOrama adventures with us by writing a short note or letter and dropping it through my office door. Your reflections will help me learn more about how we can work together to enrich our worship experiences and respond to the needs of our congregation.

Thank you for sharing your insights and experiences. –Rev. D. Khadka

BROADVIEW SUBSCRIPTIONS:  It’s that time of year again for our Broadview group renewal.  The annual rate is $30 (or $40 outside Canada).  Please make cheques payable to Trinity United Church.  And also please submit any address changes to the office.

  Bomber Season 🏈 and Summer Concerts 

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED

Sign up sheets are posted on the bulletin board. Questions or concerns? contact Marilyn Loat, Charles Powell or Ken Johnson 

Friday, August 28, 2026 – Regular Season game vs Montreal
Saturday, September 12, 2026 – BANJO BOWL
Sunday, September 20, 2026 – AC DC Concert, FULL STAFF
Friday, September 25, 2026 – Regular Season game vs Toronto
Saturday, October 10, 2026 – Regular Season game vs Calgary
Sunday, October 25, 2026 – Heritage Classic, Winnipeg Jets vs Montreal Canadians FULL STAFF

In our Prayers:

From Prairie to Pine Region: 

Please hold in prayer the following community of faith: Red Sucker Lake Pastoral Charge

Programs at Trinity – All are welcome to attend

Yoga In Person: Tuesdays – 7:00 PM  

Trinity Yoga on Zoom Saturdays: On a Summer Break

Bible Study:  Resumes in the Fall 

Trinity Walkers:  Contact MaryAnn 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.

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.

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

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

Here is the link for Sunday, August 2, 2026 worship service: https://youtu.be/IrwL2sEaiJE

Sunday, August 9, 2026 – Worship starts at 9:30 a.m.  Led by Good Shepherd Anglican (GSA)

Our joint summer services with The Church of the Good Shepherd Anglican (GSA) are as follows: 

August 9; August 23 – GSA

August 16; August 30 – TUC

Scripture to Ponder & Prayer

August 3, 2026

Discovering God Beyond What We Already Know

Texts this week:

Genesis 37:1–4, 12–28; Psalm 105:1–6, 16–22, 45b; Romans 10:5–15; Matthew 14:22–33 

To Ponder

Some biblical stories become so familiar that we assume we already know them. Joseph is betrayed. Jesus walks on water. Peter begins to sink. Paul proclaims that God’s word is near.

But what if these stories still have something new to reveal?

Scripture is not simply a record of the past; it is a living witness to God’s continuing presence. Each time we return to these texts, the Spirit invites us to see beyond what we have always noticed. As we sing in “Open My Eyes, That I May See” (Voices United 371), faith begins with asking God to give us new vision.

Joseph’s story is often remembered for forgiveness and reconciliation, yet before reconciliation comes fear. His brothers can no longer see Joseph as a beloved sibling. Fear distorts their vision until another person’s blessing feels like a threat to their own. Their betrayal begins long before Joseph is thrown into the pit—it begins when they forget that they belong to one another.

Matthew’s story unfolds in another place of fear. The sea represents chaos, uncertainty, and everything beyond human control. Jesus does not wait for the storm to end before coming to the disciples. He comes in the midst of it, saying, “Take heart, it is I; do not be afraid.” Peter steps out in trust, but when fear becomes greater than hope, he begins to sink. Even then, Christ reaches out with grace before Peter can save himself.

These events remind us that God’s presence is discovered not by escaping life’s storms but by recognizing that we are never abandoned within them. This echoes the prayer of “Guide Me, O Thou Great Jehovah” (Voices United, VU 651), where pilgrims seek God’s faithful leading through every wilderness.

Our world knows many storms—war, climate change, growing inequality, polarization, and fear of those who are different. Yet perhaps the deepest storm is the one within us: the fear that keeps us from trusting God’s abundance and from embracing our neighbour as a sibling in God’s family.

The good news is that God’s love continues to seek us, restore us, and call us into lives of courage and compassion. This is the hope we proclaim each time we sing “Draw the Circle Wide” (More Voices 145): God’s love is always wider than our fear and God’s welcome always greater than our divisions.

Perhaps these familiar stories are inviting us to discover something we have long overlooked: Christ still comes toward us in the storm, and God is still transforming broken relationships into places where healing can begin.

Questions to Ponder

Where is fear limiting my ability to see others as God’s beloved?

How is Christ inviting me to trust more deeply and love more generously?

Let us pray

God of mystery and grace,

Open our eyes to see beyond fear and our hearts to recognize your presence in familiar stories and ordinary moments. When life feels uncertain, remind us that Christ still comes toward us in the storm. Give us the courage to trust your love, to welcome our neighbours, and to become instruments of your peace and reconciliation.

May our lives bear witness to your transforming grace, until the world more fully reflects your justice, compassion, and hope.

Through Christ our companion and guide. Amen.

Sources:

“Open My Eyes, That I May See” – Voices United 371. Text: Clara H. Scott (1841–1897).

“Guide Me, O Thou Great Jehovah” – Voices United 651. Text: William Williams (1717–1791); English translation by Peter Williams (1722–1796).

“Draw the Circle Wide” – More Voices 145. Words and music: Gordon Light (© Common Cup Company).

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

Worship: Sunday, July 26, 9:30 a.m. Joint Service led by Good Shepherd Anglican

ALL SUNDAY JOINT SUMMER WORSHIP SERVICES begin Sundays at 9:30 a.m. Joint services will alternate between TUC and GSA throughout the summer. We look forward to worshipping together in community!  Our joint services with The Church of the Good Shepherd Anglican (GSA) are as follows:

July 26, August 9, August 23 – GSA
August 2, August 16, August 30 – TUC

*Note From Good Shepherd: We’re moving Good Shepherd’s remaining Coffee & Fellowship times to the Lower Hall. This summer has been a scorcher so far & it’s at least cooler in the Lower Hall.

BROADVIEW SUBSCRIPTIONS:  It’s that time of year again for our Broadview group renewal.  The annual rate is $30 (or $40 outside Canada).  Please make cheques payable to Trinity United Church.  And also please submit any address changes to the office.

Join your Trinity and Good Shepherd friends at Folklorama for dinner on Thursday August 6 for the first sitting of dinner and show  at: “Pearl of the Orient Philippine Pavilion”—St Norbert Community Centre. Show starts at 6:45pm, so be there earlier to have dinner. Sign up on the poster in the narthex, or phone and leave a message with Mary Pelton 204-269-0631, so we have an idea of how many places to reserve.

Summer Youth Events – please check the Youth Bulletin board for more information.

  Bomber Season 🏈 and Summer Concerts 

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED

Sign up sheets are posted on the bulletin board. Questions or concerns? contact Marilyn Loat, Charles Powell or Ken Johnson 

Friday, July 24, 2026 – Regular Season game vs Calgary
Thursday, July 30, 2026 – Regular Season game vs BC
Friday, August 14, 2026 – Regular Season game vs Ottawa
Friday, August 28, 2026 – Regular Season game vs Montreal
Saturday, September 12, 2026 – BANJO BOWL
Sunday, September 20, 2026 – AC DC Concert, FULL STAFF
Friday, September 25, 2026 – Regular Season game vs Toronto
Saturday, October 10, 2026 – Regular Season game vs Calgary
Sunday, October 25, 2026 – Heritage Classic, Winnipeg Jets vs Montreal Canadians FULL STAFF

In our Prayers:

From Prairie to Pine Region: 

Please hold in prayer the following community of faith: Manitou-La Riviere Pastoral Charge

Programs at Trinity – All are welcome to attend

Yoga In Person: Tuesdays – 7:00 PM  

Trinity Yoga on Zoom Saturdays: On a Summer Break

Bible Study:  Resumes in the Fall 

Trinity Walkers:  Contact MaryAnn 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.

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.

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

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

Here is the link for Sunday, July 19, 2026 worship service: https://youtu.be/3ESHj6NTQLU

Sunday, July 26, 2026 – Worship starts at 9:30 a.m.  Led by Good Shepherd Anglican (GSA)

Our joint summer services with The Church of the Good Shepherd Anglican (GSA) are as follows: 

July 26; August 9; August 23 – GSA

August 2; August 16; August 30 – TUC

Scripture to Ponder & Prayer

July 20, 2026

Texts this week:

Genesis 29:15–28 • Psalm 105:1–11, 45b • Romans 8:26–39 • Matthew 13:31–33, 44–52

To Ponder: “THE KINGDOM OF GOD IS LIKE…”

Jesus often spoke about the kingdom of God, but instead of giving a definition, he told stories. Again and again he begins, “The kingdom of heaven is like…” a mustard seed, yeast, hidden treasure, a pearl of great value, or a fishing net.

This week, before reading further, pause and ask yourself:

“The kingdom of God is like… ____________________.”

How would you complete that sentence? There is no single right answer. Jesus’ parables invite our imagination because God’s kingdom is too rich to be captured by one image alone.

In these parables, the kingdom begins small like a mustard seed, works quietly like yeast through dough, is worth everything like hidden treasure, and welcomes all before God alone brings final judgment. Together they reveal a God who transforms lives and communities in surprising and often unnoticed ways.

From a liberal theological perspective, these stories are not simply about heaven after death. They reveal God’s reign already at work in the world today. Wherever compassion replaces fear, justice overcomes oppression, strangers become neighbours, and hope grows amid uncertainty, the kingdom of God is becoming visible.

The kingdom is not only something we wait for—it is something we are invited to participate in. Through acts of kindness, reconciliation, hospitality, and care for creation, we become partners in God’s ongoing work of renewing the world.

So carry this question with you throughout the week:

“The kingdom of God is like…”

How would you finish that sentence today? And how might God be inviting you to help make that vision a reality?

Let us pray…

Gracious and loving God,

Your kingdom comes in ways we do not always expect—like a tiny seed, a pinch of yeast, or a hidden treasure waiting to be discovered. Open our eyes to recognize your presence in the ordinary moments of life and in the people, we meet each day.

Expand our imagination to dream of the world as you intend it to be—a world shaped by justice, compassion, peace, and hope. Give us the courage to become partners in your work, planting seeds of kindness, welcoming our neighbours, caring for creation, and sharing your love wherever we go.

As we ponder your Word this week, may your Spirit continue to transform our hearts, so that our lives reflect the reality of your kingdom already growing among us.

In the way of Christ, who proclaimed and embodied your reign, we pray. Amen.