Trinity United Church

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

Here is the link for the March 30, 2025 worship service: https://youtu.be/uqOO1MwxrFw

Sunday, April 6, 2025 – Worship at 10:45 a.m.

Thank you to everyone that filled out the Worship Service Experience Survey.  If you missed it, a copy is attached here and we would love to hear from you.  Please fill it out and send into the church or give the office a call and we will record your answers.  Thanks.  

Fifth Week of Lent

Scriptures for this week:

            Isaiah 43:16–21; Psalm 126; Philippians 3:4–14; John 12:1–8

Scriptures to Ponder:

Isaiah 43:19 – “See, I am doing a new thing! Now it springs up; do you not perceive it? I am making a way in the wilderness and streams in the wasteland.”

John 12:3 – “Then Mary took about a pint of pure nard, an expensive perfume; she poured it on Jesus’ feet and wiped his feet with her hair. And the house was filled with the fragrance of the perfume.”

As we near the end of this Lenten season, we are invited to reflect on the path ahead. Both Isaiah and John give us glimpses of God’s new work in our lives—Isaiah speaks of making a way where there seems to be no way, and John captures the intimate act of devotion through Mary’s sacrifice. Together, they remind us that new beginnings often require a willingness to surrender the old, to pour out what is precious, and to embrace the unknown with faith.

God is always doing something new in our lives, but can we perceive it? Are we willing to make space for God’s new path, even when it requires letting go of the past or giving up what seems most precious? As we anticipate the coming of Easter and the new life that Christ’s resurrection brings, this is a time to reflect on how we might respond to God’s invitation to a new season of growth and transformation.

Let us pray…

Loving God,

We lift up the people of Myanmar affected by the recent earthquake. Bring comfort to the grieving, healing to the wounded, and strength to those serving in the recovery. In the midst of this devastation, help us to see your new work, even in the wilderness. Just as Mary poured out her precious perfume, may we pour out our compassion and resources for those in need.

As we anticipate the resurrection and the new life you bring, teach us to trust that you are making a way through the storms of life. May your peace and restoration flow in Myanmar and all around the world, guiding us toward the path ahead. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

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

Worship Service: March 30, 2025 at 10:45 a.m.   Coffee fellowship following worship.

Scripture for the week:  Joshua 5:9-12; Psalm 32; Corinthians 10:1-13; Luke 13:1-9

We are grateful to Debbie Spindler and Mike Cudjoe for cashiering this Sunday. 

Irma Nadeau will be on vacation from March 30 to April 6, 2025, inclusive, with a return date of Monday, April 7. We wish her well as she looks forward to enjoying times with family.

In our Prayers:

We pray for the family of Marjorie Olshevski as they mourn her death.  A celebration of life was held in her honour at Trinity on March 22nd 6:30 p.m.

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

We pray for Ed and Merle Boyd as Ed is in hospital dealing with health issues.

We pray for Sumi as she continues her recovery following cancer treatment. We pray for Sumi’s three nieces Ameera, Anupaa, and Anuka in the camp in Nepal as they need support for their security and protection.  We pray too for Damber’s mother,  Dhan Khadka as she faces serious health issues. Damber and Sumi are grateful for the prayers and support of the congregation.

We pray for Priest Jennifer Sisson, Good Shepherd Anglican (GSA) and her family as her husband Bishop Geoff Woodcroft faces health issues. 

We pray for Bill Monro who is dealing with health issues.

THANK YOU to all who helped with the service and reception for the celebration of life for Marjorie Olshevski – those who helped with the set up of tables and chairs, those who prepared and served the food, the choir members who provided leadership in the singing of hymns, those who provided technical support – sound, PowerPoint, setting up the video. THANK YOU! The family was was very appreciative for all who helped make the day special. And from Ruth who coordinated the luncheon: “A great big THANK YOU to all the ladies who gave of their time and energy to support the Olshevski family by working at Marjorie’s celebration of life reception. The family were very pleased by the reception provided.”

*Good Shepherd Anglican Church is inviting Trinity United & Epiphany Lutheran for Maundy Thursday worship on April 17 at 6:15 p.m.  The service will feature a unique setup, with chairs arranged in a circle at the back of the sanctuary, and the altar placed in the center. Communion will be administered to one another, creating a communal and intimate experience for all attendees.

*We will be having a joint service on Good Friday, April 18, 2025, at The United Church in Meadowood, in partnership with St. Mary’s United, Meadowood United, and Trinity United. The service will begin at 10:45 AM, with refreshments available starting at 10:00 AM. The choir rehearsal will start at 9:15 AM, allowing the choristers to enjoy refreshments before the service. Please mark your calendars and remind your friends and family about the date. We look forward to seeing you all there!

On Sunday April 27 @ 9:30 a.m. Trinity and Good Shepherd will have a joint Celebratory Hymn Sing Service. 
This is a fundraising event for both churches.  Starting on Sunday March 23rd you will be able to choose your favorite hymn(s). The hymn(s) you choose will be sung at the service. Your choice can be in celebration of or in remembrance of someone special. There will be a list of hymns available for you to choose from.  As with the Stars campaign your donation will go to the church of your choice. Each selection will be listed on the power point and printed in a bulletin that will be available that Sunday.
Questions or concerns may be directed to Marilyn, Gerta, or to Ann (Good Shepherd).

From Stewardship: Please remember to return your 2025 Stewardship campaign pledge form before March 31st, if you have not already. Thank you for all your gifts to Trinity United Church and the mission and ministry that continues to grow. 

THE BOOKS ARE BACK! (And so are the puzzles). Take a book, or leave a book, or several. Pay what you please (or nothing at all, though this is a fund-raiser …) There’s lots of winter left to curl up and read! 

From Prairie to Pine Region: Fourth Sunday in Lent  

Please hold in prayer the following communities of faith: Brookdale; Winnipeg: Chinese; Circle Marsh (Glenella, Langruth, Plumas)

Our thoughts and prayers are with the loved ones of Morgan Harris and Mercedes Myran, family, friends, and community members, as confirmation was received of the discovery of their remains at the Prairie Green Landfill now allows for appropriate celebration of life ceremonies to take place in accordance with Indigenous culture. We are grateful for all who have participated in the search process and those who have supported the families and affected communities during this time.

Programs at Trinity: All are welcome to attend. 

Trinity Yoga – Saturday –  March 29 at 10:00 a.m. on Zoom followed by fellowship coffee

Worship – Sunday March 30 at 10:45 a.m. Coffee fellowship following Worship.

Bible Study – Monday March 31 at 1:30 p.m.  

Yoga – Southside Community Group –  Wednesday April 2 at 10:30 a.m. 

From Maryann: Trinity Walkers – Are you getting outside or have you reverted to mall walking?  If you are mall walking, where are you going? The Outlet mall, St Vital mall or maybe Ikea?  Let me know and let’s arrange to get together. Together we build friendships and a caring community. Take care, Maryann

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

Opportunities to serve:

Needs at Trinity: There are many volunteer opportunities in the ministry at Trinity. If you are able to offer the gift of time to give 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, participate in worship services offered at The Waverley and St Norbert Personal Care Home 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. 

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

Here is the link for the March 23, 2025 worship service: https://youtu.be/IAwK97NF9hU

Sunday, March 30, 2025 – Worship at 10:45 a.m.

Fourth week of Lent

Scriptures for this week: Joshua 5:9‒12, Psalm 32, 2 Corinthians 5:16‒21, Luke 15:1‒3, 11b‒32

Scripture to Ponder: Psalm 32 & Luke 15:1-3, 11-32

Life often takes us down unexpected paths, and we can easily find ourselves feeling distant, lost, or disconnected—not only from others but sometimes from our own sense of purpose or faith. Just like the Prodigal Child, we may pursue what we think we want, only to realize it leads to emptiness or regret. The journey back can feel daunting or even humbling, as we confront our mistakes, but the waiting arms of love are always there when we choose to return.

In our daily lives, we experience this human longing for connection and reconciliation. Whether it’s with a friend, a loved one, or even our own hearts, we know how painful it can be to feel distant, disconnected, or unworthy of love and acceptance. Yet, there’s a deep part of us that knows, when we choose to humble ourselves and seek restoration, we’ll find grace waiting—not as punishment, but as an embrace.

God’s patience mirrors the patience we need in our human relationships: the ability to wait with hope, without rushing, without forcing things to happen before their time. Just as we long for those we care about to come back to us, God longs for us to return to the Divine. It’s not about a hurried fixing of mistakes—it’s about the restoration of a relationship.

How does the forgiveness described in Psalm 32 impact your understanding of God’s grace? In what areas of your life might you need to experience this kind of forgiveness, and how can you begin to embrace it fully?

The older son feels overlooked and resentful of his father’s celebration for the returning son. What does this reveal about our human tendency to compare ourselves to others? How can we guard against envy and embrace God’s grace for all who are lost and found, regardless of our own “faithfulness”?

Let’s pray…

Gracious and loving God,

We come before You today with heavy hearts, burdened by the rising cost of living, economic turmoil, soaring bills, the disruption caused by travel bans, and the painful reality of mass deportations. We lift up all those suffering in silence, those displaced from their homes, separated from loved ones, and facing the deep loneliness and fear that accompany such struggles. We acknowledge that fear and isolation are not to be undermined, as they weigh heavily on many hearts. Lord, in Your mercy, provide for those in need, and may Your faithfulness be evident in every provision, both large and small.

We pray for the neighboring nations receiving displaced individuals, asking for compassion, wisdom, and strength to welcome and care for those who are suffering. Open hearts to empathy, and guide these nations to offer shelter, safety, and hope to those who are vulnerable.

We lift up the leaders of nations, asking that You grant them wisdom, discernment, and hearts open to dialogue, forgiveness, and peace. Help them to make decisions that reflect mercy, justice, and the dignity of every person. May they lay down their weapons, seek peaceful solutions, and find space for reconciliation, recognizing the deep pain and suffering the world has already endured.

God, amidst global crises—economic, political, personal, and the trauma of displacement—we cry out for healing. Heal the wounds of division, poverty, and isolation. Bring peace where there is war, hope where there is despair, and joy where there is grief. Help us to reflect Your grace, offering compassion to the lost, the hurting, and the broken.

In a world filled with anger, resentment, and fear, help us guard against envy and comparison, and may we rejoice in the return of the lost. Let Your grace flow freely, bringing restoration, peace, and light to the darkest places of conflict and division.

Lord, we trust in Your sovereignty. Strengthen us to endure, grant us wisdom to navigate these challenges, and guard our hearts with Your peace. May we be agents of healing and hope, shining Your light in a world desperate for Your love and grace. May we be a people marked by faith, compassion, and a deep commitment to reconciliation.

We place our trust in You, our refuge and strength. In Your holy name, Amen.

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

Worship Service: March 23, 2025 at 10:45 a.m.  

Scripture for the week: Isaiah 55:1‒9; Psalm 63:1‒8; 1 Corinthians 10:1‒13; Luke 13:1‒9

We are grateful to Gerta deJong, Marilyn Loat, Karen Wall for cashiering this Sunday. 

Irma Nadeau will be on vacation from March 30 to April 6, 2025, inclusive, with a return date of Monday, April 7. We wish her well as she looks forward to enjoying times with family.

In our Prayers:

We pray for the family of Marjorie Olshevski as they mourn her death.  A celebration of life will be held in her honour at Trinity on March 22nd 6:30 p.m.

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

We pray for Ed and Merle Boyd as Ed is in hospital dealing with health issues.

We pray for Sumi as she continues her recovery following cancer treatment. We pray for Sumi’s three nieces Ameera, Anupaa, and Anuka in the camp in Nepal as they need support for their security and protection.  We pray too for Damber’s mother,  Dhan Khadka as she faces serious health issues. Damber and Sumi are grateful for the prayers and support of the congregation.

We pray for Priest Jennifer Sisson, Good Shepherd Anglican (GSA) and her family as her husband Bishop Geoff Woodcroft faces health issues. 

We pray for Bill Monro who is dealing with health issues.

World Day of Prayer (WDP) – Trinity will be hosting a WDP service on Friday March 21 at 2:00pm.  All are welcome.

WDP is celebrated in over 170 countries, and the motto is: Informed Prayer and Prayerful Action. The WDP theme for 2025 is “I made you Wonderful.”, based on Psalm 139, and features the Cook Islands.  Nancy DeLong thanks all who have volunteered to help with this event. 

*On Sunday April 27 @ 9:30 a.m. Trinity and Good Shepherd will have a joint Celebratory Hymn Sing Service. 
This is a fundraising event for both churches.  Starting on Sunday March 23rd you will be able to choose your favorite hymn(s). The hymn(s) you choose will be sung at the service. Your choice can be in celebration of or in remembrance of someone special. There will be a list of hymns available for you to choose from.  As with the Stars campaign your donation will go to the church of your choice. Each selection will be listed on the power point and printed in a bulletin that will be available that Sunday.
Questions or concerns may be directed to Marilyn, Gerta, or to Ann (Good Shepherd).

From Stewardship: Please remember to return your 2025 Stewardship campaign pledge form before March 31st, if you have not already. Thank you for all your gifts to Trinity United Church and the mission and ministry that continues to grow. 

THE BOOKS ARE BACK! (And so are the puzzles). Take a book, or leave a book, or several. Pay what you please (or nothing at all, though this is a fund-raiser …) There’s lots of winter left to curl up and read! 

From Prairie to Pine Region: third Sunday in Lent; Community Living homes 

Please hold in prayer the following communities of faith: Emo-Devlin (Emo, Devlin); Flin Flon: Northminister Memorial; Rainy River

Our thoughts and prayers are with the loved ones of Morgan Harris and Mercedes Myran, family, friends, and community members, as confirmation was received of the discovery of their remains at the Prairie Green Landfill now allows for appropriate celebration of life ceremonies to take place in accordance with Indigenous culture. We are grateful for all who have participated in the search process and those who have supported the families and affected communities during this time.

Programs at Trinity: All are welcome to attend. 

World Day of Prayer: Friday, March 21 at 2:00 p.m. in the sanctuary

Trinity Yoga – Saturday –  March 22 at 10:00 a.m. on Zoom followed by fellowship coffee

Worship – Sunday March 23 at 10:45 a.m. 

Bible Study – Monday March 24 at 1:30 p.m.  

*Yoga – Southside Community Group –  *No yoga on  Wednesday March 26. Yoga will resume on April 2.  

From Maryann: Trinity Walkers – Are you getting outside or have you reverted to mall walking?  If you are mall walking, where are you going? The Outlet mall, St Vital mall or maybe Ikea?  Let me know and let’s arrange to get together. Together we build friendships and a caring community. Take care, Maryann

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

Opportunities to serve:

Needs at Trinity: There are many volunteer opportunities in the ministry at Trinity. If you are able to offer the gift of time to give 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, participate in worship services offered at The Waverley and St Norbert Personal Care Home 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.