A few people have let us know that they have received an email saying it is from Elizabeth asking for help. Please DO NOT respond to the email from Elizabeth as it is a scam. We have reported it and we ask that you delete it if you receive one. Elizabeth and anyone in the church would never send an email like this asking for help and we’re very sorry this happened. Thank you for your help in keeping us all safe.
We’re sorry for the delay in sending this moment as MTS was offline for most of yesterday.
Here is the video for the Trinity moment for this week: https://youtu.be/vTZHSohrG1c
We are celebrating communion on Easter Sunday; bring a candle, some bread, a cracker or something to eat and something to drink, juice or water and join with us.
We have in person worship every Sunday AND for Good Friday at 10:45am; please bring your QR code and wear a mask. Recorded worship and Sermon by phone will continue as normal and all services will be the same. Full details of the new guidelines are at the end of this email.
We hold Dale and Barb Kendel in our prayers as they travel to Abbotsford, BC for their grandson’s funeral.
We hold in our prayers the people of the Ukraine and other Eastern European countries as they face the invasion of their country by Russia. If you’d like to donate through the United Church, please go to this page: https://united-church.ca/social-action/act-now/conflict-ukraine for information about what they are doing and how to donate.
Canada Foodgrains Bank is also accepting donations at: https://foodgrainsbank.ca/donate/ukraine/?segmentCode=HCUKRAINEEMAILA21&utm_source=Canadian+Foodgrains+Bank&utm_campaign=9df28eda07-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2022_03_01_03_50&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_12074062ea-9df28eda07-443062816 Thank you.
Trinity has sent a letter of support to local Ukrainian churches reminding them we are with them and praying for the people of Ukraine.
FAQ about Sabbaticals: Who will be leading worship while Elizabeth is away on sabbatical? The Worship Committee have arranged a variety of exciting worship leaders for May, June and July! You’ll be hearing from new voices and familiar ones and we invite you to watch these emails for details; you won’t want to miss a single Sunday!
Scripture to ponder for the week: Luke 9:23-24: Whoever wants to be my disciple must deny themselves and take up their cross daily and follow me. For whoever wants to save their life will lose it, but whoever loses their life for me will save it.
Scripture for April 17, 2022: Acts 10:34-43; Psalm 118:1-2, 14-24; 1 Corinthians 15:19-26; John 20:1-18
The Easter story reminds us that we are all witnesses to the new life promised by Jesus.
Programs at Trinity:
Bible Study: Monday 7-8pm – come join this group of diverse, unique folks as we explore the scriptures for the coming Sunday, lending your voice to the message for the week; contact Elizabeth for the invitation
SSCFF Yoga: Monday 2-3pm – Incorporates adaptable postures, movement and meditation, led by Wynn
SSCFF: Tuesday 2-3pm – led by Suni –
April 5, 12: Active Older Resistance Fitness: This class includes a full body workout. It is designed to increase muscular strength & cardiovascular conditioning, balance, with a focus on functional fitness & plenty of fun. all levels welcome. Modifications will be provided.
April 19, 26: Beginner’s Yang Style Tai Chi: This is an ancient form of martial arts. It consists of slow continuous, soft circular movements in a flowing form- Like moving meditation. In this beginners class participants will learn to perform a series of basic postures or movements in a slow, graceful manner. Each posture or form flows in to the next without pausing. All Tai Chi movements include coordinated rhythmic breathing.
Holy Yoga: Saturday 10-11am followed by coffee – Prayer, meditation and movement are incorporated, with a time of fellowship following practice.
Sermon by Phone: Listen to the recording of Sunday worship each week by calling a local phone number (204 410 1384); please share this information with your friends who don’t have internet access; the recording is uploaded each week on Thursday and will be available until the following Wednesday.
Prayer: Holy God, draw us back together, to you, and then in turn to each other in love and welcoming grace Amen
Elizabeth
Following a meeting on February 23, 2022, the Board prayerfully decided to open the church building for staff as of February 28th and Steve will be in the office Mon-Fri 9am to 1pm; Irma and Elizabeth and volunteers will be in as required and necessary; and to allow user groups to begin meeting as of March 7th. In person worship will begin March 20th. Masks and hand sanitizing along with safe distancing will be required for all in person gatherings. Committees and programs will determine their meeting on Zoom or in person; Sunday School and Youth group leaders will determine their meeting on Zoom or in person.
Trinity United Church continues to offer weekly YouTube services; Sunday School kits for at-home Sunday School; monthly Zoom gatherings for senior Sunday School/Youth Group, as well as weekly/monthly programs such as walking group, Yoga and Bible Study.
IMPORTANT PROVISO: The above Motion must be in full compliance with current and future provincial Public Health Orders.
This email is created by Elizabeth and sent out by the office computer; any inquiries or suggestions can be directed to Elizabeth at eliz.tuc@mymts.net
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