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 February 16, 2025 worship service: https://youtu.be/6R8p6ufx_18 

Sunday, February 23, 2025 – worship at 10:45 a.m.

Scripture for the week: Genesis 45:3-11, 15; Psalm 37:1-11,39-40; 1Corinthians 15:35-38, 42-50; Luke 6:27-38

Scripture to Ponder will continue next week. 

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

Worship service: February 16, 2025 at 10:45 a.m.  

Big Question: Sunday February 16 – 9:15 – 10:00 a.m. in person in the church office and on Zoom. 

Scripture for the week: Jeremiah 17:5-10; Psalm 71:1-6; 1Corinthians 12:12-31a; Luke 4:14-21 

The office will be closed on Monday, February 17 for Louis Riel Day. 

We are grateful to Judy and Charles Powell and Ed and Leslie Johnson for cashiering this Sunday. 

 *Mark your calendars – The Annual Meeting has been set for Sunday, March 2 following worship (in person and on Zoom – link with starting time will be sent out later). The board will provide a light lunch after worship.  The Annual Report will be sent out on February 14 by email. Copies will be available in the office and at the church on Sunday. If you need a copy mailed to you please call the office. 

*Ash Wednesday: From Jennifer: Could you please let Trinity folks know that they are invited to Ash Wednesday worship with Good Shepherd and Epiphany at Epiphany Lutheran Church (200 Dalhousie St.) on March 5 at 7:00pm. The service will be livestreamed – if you wish to receive the link please call the office. 

In our Prayers:

We pray for Sumi as she continues her recovery following cancer treatment. We pray for Sumi, Damber and family on the death of Sumi’s sister Kumari. We pray for Kumari’s three daughters: Ameera, Anupaa, and Anushka. We pray for Damber and his family on the death of Damber’s uncle, Kamalapati Dhungana. 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.

*Broadview Subscriptions: A reminder that Broadview subscriptions are due for renewal in February. Group rates are $30.00. Please make cheques payable to Trinity United Church . New subscribers are always welcome. 

*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! 

 “World Day of Prayer” is celebrated in many countries around the world, and services have traditionally been held the first Friday in March. Each year, a different country or region in the world has been featured. This year, it is the Cook Islands. Over many years, services have been held in various churches in Winnipeg, and Trinity has hosted services, the last time being in 2020. Since Covid, in-person services have diminished. This year, there is renewed interest in having a service in the Fort Richmond/Fort Garry area. Nancy DeLong is coordinating this event with Trinity hosting an in-person service this year. The date will be set shortly. If you would be interested in attending, or would like to help out, please contact Nancy at 204-254-3450, or email: nanter1@shaw.ca

*From the Ministry & Personnel and Property Committees: For those of you who signed up for our cleaning team, an orientation will be held following the service on February 16th. Anyone else who may be interested, but didn’t sign up, you are welcome to join us. Please plan to stay if you are able – meet Sandi in the Narthex. Thank you

United Church Youth Event – Prairie to Pine (YAAY) Committee: Sunday March 23rd from 1 to 4 p.m.
Exploring the topics of patience and compassion with the help of some friendly “neigh”bourhood horses! (See attachment)

Click here for details and registration

TRIVIA NIGHT… in two days!  

Date:  Saturday, February 15, 2025    Time: 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm

Join us for a great fun evening

Cost:  $10 per person

You can reserve a spot and pay for your ticket at the door the night of the event. To reserve a spot just contact Dawna Clow at: 204-261-1280 or E-mail at: dawnaclo2@gmail.com  Group sizes will be limited to a maximum of six people.  You can organize your own group of six, or you can come singly or as a couple, and groups will be made that evening. Feel free to include family and friends. There is a place for everyone.

Good Shepherd Painting Event Rescheduled – for February 22 in the Lower hall from 9:00 a.m. until about noon. Now that the busy holiday season has left us looking for something else to do, why not try your hand at painting? If you think you have no artistic talent this event could prove you wrong! With the able tutelage from Garth (well-known Prairie artist) and Di (the Encourager) you will create something worthy of hanging in your home … really. What to paint is entirely up to you … it’s not one of those ‘everybody paints the same thing’ kind of workshops. Start time is 9 am in the Lower Hall and we’ll paint till around noon. Then we’ll have a soup lunch (3 varieties) with bread/buns and dessert – all provided. The cost is $75/person ($25 will go to Di and Garth for supply costs and $50 to Good Shepherd). Just because it’s a fundraiser for Good Shepherd does by no means mean that no one else can join. We’d love to have some Trinity folks come and enjoy in the comradery and food but most of all in the fun and encouragement of each other! Cheques should be made out to Church of the Good Shepherd and put in our Wardens’ mailbox (above the coat rack, close to the GS office). There are a few spots still open … you’d be most welcome! (for more detail see attachment) 

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

Please hold in prayer the following communities of faith: Benito-Kenville; Berens River; Boissevain: St. Paul’s; Minto

Programs at Trinity: All are welcome to attend.  

Trinity Yoga – Saturday February 15 at 10 a.m. on Zoom followed by fellowship coffee until noon. 

Worship – Sunday February 16 at 10:45 a.m. 

Big Question: Sunday, February 16 – 9:15 – 10:00 a.m. in person at the church or on Zoom 

Bible Study – Monday February 17 – will be cancelled as the church is closed. 

Yoga – Southside Community Group –  Wednesday February 19 at 10:30 a.m. – in person and on Zoom 

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 February 9, 2025 worship service: https://youtu.be/i_MmgyXR_zg

Sunday, February 16, 2025 – worship at 10:45 a.m.

Big Question: Sunday February 16, 2025 9:15 – 10:00 a.m. in person in the church office and on Zoom. Call the church office if you would like to receive the article and/or the Zoom link.

Scripture to Ponder & Prayer
Week of February 10

Scriptures for this week:

Jeremiah 17:5‒10; Psalm 1; 1 Corinthians 15:12‒20; Luke 6:17‒26

In today’s world, we’re constantly surrounded by voices trying to shape our hearts and minds—whether it’s politicians, the media, friends, family, or even our own desires. These voices pull us in many different directions, influencing our beliefs and actions. But all too often, they lead us away from what’s true. The deeper, more profound truth of God’s wisdom, which goes beyond our human understanding, can easily be drowned out by the noise of the world around us.

From the moment we wake up to the moment we go to bed, we’re bombarded by a world calling for our attention with promises of wealth, success, power, and short-term pleasures. These things aren’t necessarily bad, but when they become the loudest voices we hear, they begin to distort our sense of purpose. They cloud our view of the eternal truths God reveals to us through His Word. We can easily find ourselves chasing after the world’s voice, prioritizing temporary gains over the lasting wisdom of God that offers real fulfillment.

But God calls us to listen to a voice that, though often quieter, is infinitely more powerful. It’s that still, small voice that gently draws us toward His will, grounded in His eternal love, wisdom, and justice. When we tune in to God’s voice, we remember our true identity as His children—called to live with peace, mercy, love, and justice. In a world so in need of these qualities, we’re called not only to live according to God’s wisdom but to be witnesses of His light and truth.

Jeremiah 17:5-10 and Luke 6:17-26 offer profound insights on the choice we face: to trust in the fleeting promises of the world or to place our hope in God, whose ways are higher and whose love endures forever. When we choose to follow God’s voice, we rediscover who we’re meant to be—people who work to create a more just, loving, and peaceful world, rooted in the eternal truths of God’s Kingdom.

So, let’s ask ourselves: Whose voice are we really listening to? Are we letting the noise of the world shape our beliefs, or are we allowing God’s still, steady voice to guide our lives toward His greater purpose?

Let us pray:

God of wisdom,
In a world filled with many voices, help us listen for Yours.
Guide us away from the distractions of the world and toward Your eternal truth.
May we find our identity in You, living lives of peace, justice, and love.
Give us the strength to reflect Your light and to uplift others in Your name.
In your mighty name, we pray. Amen.

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

Worship service: February 9, 2025 at 10:45 a.m.  

Rev. Jeff Cook will lead worship as Damber is on a quarterly weekend off.  

Terry DeLong is leading Sunday School at 10:45 a.m. 

Scripture for the week: Isaiah 6:1-8, (9-13); Psalm 138; 1 Corinthians 15:1-11; Luke 5:1-11 

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

In our Prayers:

We pray for Sumi as she continues her recovery following cancer treatment. We pray for Sumi, Damber and family on the death of Sumi’s sister Kumari. We pray for Kumari’s three daughters: Ameera, Anupaa, and Anushka. We pray for Damber and his family on the death of Damber’s uncle, Kamalapati Dhungana. 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.

We pray for the family of Irma’s uncle on the death of her uncle Peter Kornelsen who died this week. 

*”World Day of Prayer” is celebrated in many countries around the world, and services have traditionally been held the first Friday in March. Each year, a different country or region in the world has been featured. This year, it is the Cook Islands. Over many years, services have been held in various churches in Winnipeg, and Trinity has hosted services, the last time being in 2020. Since Covid, in-person services have diminished. This year, there is renewed interest in having a service in the Fort Richmond/Fort Garry area. Nancy DeLong is willing to organize Trinity hosting an in-person service this year. We don’t necessarily have to have it the first Friday in March, sometime in early March would be preferable. If you would be interested in attending, or would like to help out, please contact Nancy at 204-254-3450, or email: 

nanter1@shaw.ca

*From the Ministry & Personnel and Property Committees: For those of you who signed up for our cleaning team, an orientation will be held following the service on February 16th. Anyone else who may be interested, but didn’t sign up, you are welcome to join us. Please plan to stay if you are able – meet Sandi in the Narthex. Thank you

United Church Youth Event – Prairie to Pine (YAAY) Committee: Sunday March 23rd from 1 to 4 p.m.
Exploring the topics of patience and compassion with the help of some friendly “neigh”bourhood horses! (See attachment)

Click here for details and registration

TRIVIA NIGHT… ONLY 1 WEEK AWAY !

Date:  Saturday, February 15, 2025    Time: 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm

Join us for a great fun evening

Cost:  $10 per person

Get your tickets from Karen Wall in the church narthex between the two services and after the Trinity service.

You can also reserve a spot and pay for your ticket at the door the night of the event. To reserve a spot just contact Dawna Clow at: 204-261-1280 or E-mail at: dawnaclo2@gmail.com

Group sizes will be limited to a maximum of six people.  You can organize your own group of six, or you can come singly or as a couple, and groups will be made that evening. Feel free to include family and friends. There is a place for everyone.

Good Shepherd Painting Event Rescheduled – for February 22 in the Lower hall from 9:00 a.m. until about noon. Now that the busy holiday season has left us looking for something else to do, why not try your hand at painting? If you think you have no artistic talent this event could prove you wrong! With the able tutelage from Garth (well-known Prairie artist) and Di (the Encourager) you will create something worthy of hanging in your home … really. What to paint is entirely up to you … it’s not one of those ‘everybody paints the same thing’ kind of workshops. Start time is 9 am in the Lower Hall and we’ll paint till around noon. Then we’ll have a soup lunch (3 varieties) with bread/buns and dessert – all provided. The cost is $75/person ($25 will go to Di and Garth for supply costs and $50 to Good Shepherd). Just because it’s a fundraiser for Good Shepherd does by no means mean that no one else can join. We’d love to have some Trinity folks come and enjoy in the comradery and food but most of all in the fun and encouragement of each other! Cheques should be made out to Church of the Good Shepherd and put in our Wardens’ mailbox (above the coat rack, close to the GS office). There are a few spots still open … you’d be most welcome!

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

Please hold in prayer the following communities of faith: Winnipeg: Augustine; Beausejour: St. Paul; Valley (Dominion City; Greenridge) 

Programs at Trinity: All are welcome to attend.  

Trinity Yoga – Saturday February 8 at 10 a.m. on Zoom followed by fellowship coffee until noon. 

Worship – Sunday February 9 at 10:45 a.m. Sunday School -10:45 a.m. 

Bible Study – Monday February 10 at 1:30 p.m. 

Yoga – Southside Community Group –  Wednesday February 12 at 10:30 a.m. – in person and on Zoom 

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.