Here is the link for worship for May 8, 2022: https://youtu.be/6TRvexKaD84
Rev. Paul DuVal will be working 10 hours a week at Trinity while Elizabeth is away on sabbatical. Paul’s contact information is: email: paulduval.tuc@mymts.net or cell phone 204-232-2632 (text or call).
We hold the following in our prayers:
Judy and Charles Powell as they have travelled to Australia to be with Judy’s sister Helen.
Pat Cahoon and family in the passing of her husband Jack Cahoon on April 28.
Dennis and Jackie Snarr in the passing of Dennis’s mother, Connie Snarr.
Candles of care have been delivered on behalf of the congregation to Dennis and Jackie Snarr and Pat Cahoon following their recent bereavements.
The worship committee has arranged a variety of exciting worship leaders for May, June and July while Elizabeth is away on sabbatical leave. You’ll be hearing from new voices and familiar ones and we invite you watch these emails for details; you won’t want to miss a single Sunday!
Rev. Paul DuVal will be leading worship and offering communion on Sunday May 8, 2022.
Scripture for this week: Acts 16:9-15; Psalm 23; Revelation 7:9-17; John 19:22-30
We have in person worship every Sunday at 10:45am; please bring your QR code and wear a mask. Recorded worship and Sermon by phone will continue and all services will be the same.
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 Friday and will be available until the following Thursday.
Volunteers needed for the Grand-Friends Program
Grand-friends is a program of partnership. This program introduces and pairs young newcomer moms with a Canadian senior in order to provide a mom/grandma pairing to a newcomer mom and her children. This will provide an opportunity to practice English, make friends and encourage cultural awareness. We are looking for volunteers who would be willing to help with this program. The group will meet Friday mornings from 10:00-11:30 a.m. at Trinity United church from May 6 to June 10. For questions or to register please phone Tenille at 204-774-7311. For more information please see attachment.
A big thank you to the sparks and brownies who collected seven bags of garbage around Trinity on Tuesday April 26. (See picture in the attachments)
This will help us as we plan for Spring Clean up on May 14 at 9:00 a.m. – bring your rakes and buckets as we clean the church inside and out. (Rain date May 28)
One Can, Two Can, Who Can? You Can!
Let’s spring into action this May by supporting West Broadway Community Ministry. Lynda Trono, Minister for WBCM, will be giving the message at our May 29 church service. We want to send her back with a carload of food for their emergency food kits. WBCM supports both families and single persons with food in emergency situations. For this particular food blitz, we are asking for donations of canned vegetables, soups, meat, fish, and cereal. Remember these items are being take home, so bulk items are not required. The Outreach Committee collects items regularly (and will continue to do so) but for the month of May we want to fill their emergency cupboards! Please drop off any donations in the grocery cart in the narthex. Thanks for your continued support this spring. (see picture in attachments)
We hold the Prairie to Pine Region in our prayers during the regional meeting May 6 and 7. Our regional representatives are Gerta deJong and Karen Wall.
Bomber fund raiser starts with a pre season game on May 27. An email looking for volunteers will be going out shortly with dates for all the games.
Thank you to everyone who gave a special Easter gift to Trinity in response to the letter from the Stewardship Committee and a reminder that you can give as you are able to this special appeal.
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 Irma for the invitation.
SSCFF Yoga: Monday 2-3pm – Incorporates adaptable postures, movement and meditation, led by Wynn
SSCFF: Tuesday 2-3pm – led by Suni
May 10 and 17: 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.
May 24 and 31: 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.
From Maryann Koop: Trinity Walkers: I sure missed seeing you and walking with you over the winter. As the sidewalks and walking paths are becoming dry, are you ready to walk with me? Let’s start by walking in Assiniboine Park around the duck pond, then stop for coffee at the Qualico Family Centre on Wednesday, May 11th at 1:30 p.m. Each week I will try to pick a different path and our starting time will vary depending on the weather. Please let me know if you are coming. I don’t want to start walking without you. Let’s walk together building friendships as we walk. If you would like to join this group please call the church office or Irma for Maryann’s contact information.
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.
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 began 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 Irma and sent out by the office computer; any inquiries or suggestions can be directed to Irma at irma.tuc@mymts.net
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