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 October 20, 2024 worship service:  https://youtu.be/YrKXFTWn6wA

October 27, 2024 worship is at 10:45 a.m. 

From Damber:

Scripture to Ponder – October 21, 2024

Theme: Reformation

Twenty-third after Pentecost

Scripture Reading: Job 42:1-6, 10-17 and Hebrews 7:25

Reformation Sunday is a Christian observance celebrated primarily by Protestant denominations, commemorating the beginning of the Protestant Reformation. This significant movement originated in the early 16th century, primarily associated with Martin Luther, who famously posted his Ninety-Five Theses on the door of the Castle Church in Wittenberg, Germany, in 1517. Luther’s actions challenged the practices of the Roman Catholic Church, particularly the sale of indulgences, and emphasized salvation through faith alone, the authority of Scripture, and the priesthood of all believers.

Reformation Sunday is typically observed on the last Sunday in October, near the anniversary of Luther’s pivotal act. It serves as a reminder of the Reformation’s core values—faith, grace, and the importance of scripture—and encourages reflection on the ongoing need for renewal and reform within the church. It often includes special services, hymns, and sermons that highlight the themes of freedom in Christ and the call to discipleship.

Have you ever changed your mind about something? Five hundred years ago, some people in the church changed their minds. They thought the church was not acting the way Jesus would want it to. So, they reorganized everything.

Have you ever changed the things you do in your life because you didn’t like how they were doing? Jesus wants us to think about how we can be better people and how we can be a better church. What ideas do you have?

Scripture to Ponder

In Job 42:1-6, we witness a profound moment of transformation as Job acknowledges God’s sovereignty: “I know that you can do all things.” After enduring immense suffering, Job moves from questioning God to recognizing His supreme authority, repenting in humility. This internal reformation reflects the essence of true repentance and dependence on God’s grace.

Similarly, Hebrews 7:25 highlights Jesus as our eternal High Priest, assuring us that He “is able to save completely those who come to God through him.” This assurance invites a personal relationship with Christ, shifting our reliance away from rituals to direct communion with God.

Together, these passages challenge us to seek both personal and communal reformation. They remind us to embrace a transformative faith that reflects God’s grace and truth in our lives and our church. As we reflect on these scriptures, let us open our hearts to God’s renewing work, fostering deeper discipleship and a more authentic expression of our faith.

Questions to Reflect

In what areas of our church life might we need reformation? For instance, we could focus on becoming a truly intercultural church that fosters an environment where all cultures can thrive. This includes cultivating compassion and understanding toward our differences, as well as envisioning a future church that embraces diversity and inclusion.

Prayer

Gracious God, as we reflect on the Reformation, open our hearts to the changes you desire in our lives and in our community. Help us recognize your goodness and grace in every moment. Strengthen our faith in Jesus as our High Priest and inspire us to actively participate in the transformation of our church, embodying love and justice in all we do. Amen.

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

*PRAISE AND WORSHIP on Saturday October 19 at Trinity, 7:00 p.m. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Come and join us, bring your friends and families, everyone is welcome! Donations for Alpha House will be accepted. Income tax receipts will be issued for donations of $25.00 or more. 

A message of invitation from Damber:  https://youtu.be/DZUxLvE7w48

“Dear friends and families,

We warmly invite you to our upcoming “Praise and Worship” service at TUC, led by Second Chance in partnership with our friends from GSA. This gathering promises not only uplifting worship but also a meaningful opportunity to give back to our community. We will be supporting Alpha House, an organization dedicated to helping women and children find safe housing and protection from violence. Together, we can make a difference! Join us as we lift our voices in praise and serve a greater purpose. We look forward to worshiping with you and bringing glory to God through music and community – Rev. Damber Khadka.”

On Sunday October 20, 2024, we will worship at 10:45 a.m. (World Food Sunday)

Big Question: 9:15 to 10:00 a.m. – on Zoom and in person. Please let the office know by Friday morning if you wish to receive the link for Zoom.

Scripture to Ponder & Prayer – from Damber (see attachment) 

We are grateful to Ed and Isabel Tymofichuk and Ken and Elaine Johnson for cashiering this Sunday.

In our Prayers: 

We pray for a speedy recovery for Sumi as she continues chemo therapy.

We pray for Bernice Gregory as she is spending time in hospital. 

Congratulations to Lily Hemlow for being a Manitoba Provincial Champion in the 3km cross-country  Highschool Track Meet held in Clearwater, Manitoba recently.  She is only in Grade 9 and raced against Grade 10 Girls as well and beat her closest competitor by exactly 1 minute!!

**NEW: Good Shepherd would like to extend an invitation to the folks at Trinity to join us November 16 for a painting event. It will be a Saturday morning workshop concluding with a soup lunch (provided) and presentation of everyone’s ‘work of art’.  Maximum participants is 25; cost expected to be $75/person. As you will see on the poster, the event will be hosted by our own Di and Garth Panting, our newest Priest and her professional artist husband, Garth. Also in the details, this event is for fun, encouraging each other and gathering together.

Electronics Recycling – The electronics recycling is continuing , thanks to the kind volunteer time of Carl and Margaret Shaykewich.  Please only put recycle items that fit into the blue recycling box.  NO large items , such as appliances or tv’s.  It is also helpful if you package batteries in a plastic baggie.  Thank you

Trinity is planning to host 2 one hour training sessions on the use of our AED (Automated External Defibrillator) along with a basic CPR demonstration. This would include GSA Members. We are looking to pay someone to do this so if anyone feels qualified or knows of someone who might be interested in doing this please contact Terry DeLong. His contact info is in the Church Directory or may be obtained by contacting Trinity’s Office. Note: this is not for CPR Certification, just a basic demo and our AED is a newer model that “speaks” to the user with specific instructions and has a “test” mode. The hope is to accommodate about 20 people per session and have one session on a Sunday after Trinity’s regular Service and another group of 20 after supper on a Monday -Thursday evening. Dates to be determined. Some PAL members might join in. RKNS already have Certification so wouldn’t be joining us. We are trying to save some money as the AED Company will charge us $252  for each session and we don’t want to charge Members to take this potential life-saving Training.

It’s the United Church’s 100th Anniversary next year (2025).  2025 United Church calendars will be available again this year. Gerta de Jong is taking orders (as a courtesy for the Fundraising Committee) and will submit the order by no later than Monday, Nov 4, 2024.  The cost is $10 per calendar.  Please contact Gerta by email at gdejong@mymts.net  or call and leave a message at 204-232-6869.  This is not a Fundraising event.  

Personal Care Home Services

We are pleased that Personal Care Home Services have resumed at the Waverley/Rosewood location and at  St. Norbert Personal Care Home. The St. Norbert service is at 10:30 the first Wednesday of the month and the service at The Waverley/Rosewood is the second Wednesday of the month at 10:30 a.m. We warmly invite our members to join us and contribute to the worship service. Your participation and support are greatly appreciated. We look forward to seeing you there! Services at  will resumed October 2. If you would like more information about this opportunity, please talk to Damber or to Terry DeLong. 

From Prairie to Pine Region: Creation time 6: World food Sunday.  International Day for the Eradication of Poverty (October 17)

Please hold in prayer the following communities of faith: 1Just City; Poplar River; Rivers; Sioux Lookout: St. Andrew’s

We hold in prayer community members and families as we mourn Rebecca Contois, Morgan Harris, Marcedes Myran, and Mashkode Bizhiki’ikwe and all Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women.

Programs at Trinity:

Saturday, October 19 – Trinity Yoga on Zoom at 10:00 a.m. followed by fellowship coffee – welcome back – adapted so all can join. 

Saturday, October 19 – Praise and Worship at 7:00 p.m.

Sunday October 20 – 10:45 a.m. Worship, Big Question 9:15 to 10:00 a.m. on Zoom and in person at the church

Monday October 21 –  Bible Study 

Wednesday – October 23 – SSCFF Yoga 10:30 a.m.

Trinity Walkers: Call Maryann for a time and place you would like to walk. 

Opportunities to serve:

The Worship Committee is looking for a team of volunteers to take turns to prepare  and serve communion.  If you are willing to help out on occasion, please speak to Carolyn (cbpierson@mymts.net).

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, 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 October 13, 2024 worship service: https://youtu.be/-I3mjKaTTqA

October 20, 2024 worship is at 10:45 a.m. 

Big Question: 9:15 – 10:00 a.m. on Zoom and in person (in the office) – everyone welcome. 

From Damber:

October 14- Scripture to Ponder & Prayer

         Twenty-second after Pentecost

Scriptures: Job 38:1–7, (34–41); Hebrews 5:1–10; Mark 10:35–45

Scripture to Ponder: Hebrews 5:1–10

In Hebrews 5:1-10, we see the profound truth that Jesus, though divine, learned obedience through suffering. This passage highlights how Christ’s humanity was marked by trials that shaped His mission as our High Priest.

As I reflect on this, I’m struck by the ways in which my own challenges and sufferings have led me to deeper faith and understanding. Each trial seems to carve out space in my heart for God’s presence, much like how Jesus’ experiences prepared Him for His redemptive work.

Personal Reflection: In moments of difficulty, I often wrestle with the question: Why must I endure this? Yet, as I meditate on this scripture, I realize that suffering is not merely a burden but a teacher. It shapes my character, aligns my heart with God’s will, and deepens my reliance on Him. Just as Jesus learned obedience, I, too, am invited into a process of growth that requires humility and trust.

Contextualizing the Theme: In today’s world, where instant gratification is often pursued, learning through suffering can feel countercultural. Yet, the reality is that we all face struggles—be it personal loss, relational strain, or the weight of societal issues. These experiences can draw us closer to God if we allow them to mold us rather than break us. They remind us that obedience is not simply about following rules, but about aligning our hearts with God’s desires, even when the path is difficult.

Questions to Ponder

• In what specific areas of your life have you experienced growth through suffering? How did those experiences shape your understanding of obedience?
• How can you support others who are suffering, helping them see the potential for growth and learning in their struggles?

Prayer:

Lord, thank You for the example of Christ, who embraced suffering to learn obedience and fulfill Your will. Help me to see my own trials as opportunities for growth and transformation. Grant me the strength to endure and the wisdom to learn from my experiences. May I always seek to align my heart with Yours, trusting that in my suffering, You are drawing me closer to You. Amen.

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

On Thanksgiving Sunday October 13, 2024, we will worship at 10:45 a.m. 

The children are invited to Sunday School after “Time with the Children”.

We are grateful to Ruth and Arnold Graham and Edgar Rosales for cashiering this Sunday.

In her Thanksgiving message, Moderator Carmen Lansdowne reminds us that we have good reason to give thanks—and to share the gifts in our lives with those who are in need. May God bless you and those around you this Thanksgiving

Moderator Carmen Lansdowne’s Thanksgiving Message: https://united-church.us3.list-manage.com/track/click?u=ff2087d5fde243a770ed893a8&id=294b0e438d&e=6c19a1ae26

The Worship Committee is looking for a team of volunteers to take turns to prepare  and serve communion.  If you are willing to help out on occasion, please speak to Carolyn (cbpierson@mymts.net).

In our Prayers: 

We pray for a speedy recovery for Sumi as she undergoes chemo therapy.

We pray for Bernice Gregory as she is spending time in hospital. 

**West Broadway Community Ministry has been a ministry that our congregation supports throughout the year.  Among other resources, the Ministry provides dinner, healing and recreational programs and food and housing supports to the community in a safe, accepting environment.  This year, the Outreach Committee asks that you consider supporting West Broadway this Thanksgiving, whether it be “again” or the “first time”, by donating non-perishable food items such as coffee, coffee whitener, sugar, juice boxes, juice powder, canned beans, canned soups and meats with pop tops, canned tuna, tomato and pasta sauce, peanut butter, flour, cooking oil, and bottled water.  Other items are metal forks and spoons, ziplock bags, plastic wrap, brown paper bags and napkins.  Items can be placed in the grocery cart in the Narthex and will be delivered by the Outreach Committee to the Ministry.  We thank you in advance for your generosity.

Save the date: Join the Second Chance Band and a joint Trinity United and Good Shepherd Anglican choir for a Praise and Worship service on Saturday, October 19, 2024 at 7:00 p.m. at Trinity. Donations of juice for the intermission are welcome. Trinity invites you make a donation to Alpha House. Tax receipts will be available for donations of $25.00 or more. 

Electronics Recycling – The electronics recycling is continuing , thanks to the kind volunteer time of Carl and Margaret Shaykewich.  Please only put recycle items that fit into the blue recycling box.  NO large items , such as appliances or tv’s.  It is also helpful if you package batteries in a plastic baggie.  Thank you

Trinity is planning to host 2 one hour training sessions on the use of our AED (Automated External Defibrillator) along with a basic CPR demonstration. This would include GSA Members. We are looking to pay someone to do this so if anyone feels qualified or knows of someone who might be interested in doing this please contact Terry DeLong. His contact info is in the Church Directory or may be obtained by contacting Trinity’s Office. Note: this is not for CPR Certification, just a basic demo and our AED is a newer model that “speaks” to the user with specific instructions and has a “test” mode. The hope is to accommodate about 20 people per session and have one session on a Sunday after Trinity’s regular Service and another group of 20 after supper on a Monday -Thursday evening. Dates to be determined. Some PAL members might join in. RKNS already have Certification so wouldn’t be joining us. We are trying to save some money as the AED Company will charge us $252  for each session and we don’t want to charge Members to take this potential life-saving Training.

It’s the United Church’s 100th Anniversary next year (2025).  2025 United Church calendars will be available again this year. Gerta de Jong is taking orders (as a courtesy for the Fundraising Committee) and will submit the order by no later than Monday, Nov 4, 2024.  The cost is $10 per calendar.  Please contact Gerta by email at gdejong@mymts.net  or call and leave a message at 204-232-6869.  This is not a Fundraising event.  

Personal Care Home Services

We are pleased that Personal Care Home Services have resumed at the Waverley/Rosewood location and at  St. Norbert Personal Care Home. The St. Norbert service is at 10:30 the first Wednesday of the month and the service at The Waverley/Rosewood is the second Wednesday of the month at 10:30 a.m. We warmly invite our members to join us and contribute to the worship service. Your participation and support are greatly appreciated. We look forward to seeing you there! Services at  will resumed October 2. If you would like more information about this opportunity, please talk to Damber or to Terry DeLong. 

From Prairie to Pine Region: Creation time 6: Thanksgiving Sunday. International Day for the Eradication of Poverty (October 17)

Please hold in prayer the following communities of faith: Warren-Meadow Lea; Winnipeg:Westminster

We hold in prayer community members and families as we mourn Rebecca Contois, Morgan Harris, Marcedes Myran, and Mashkode Bizhiki’ikwe and all Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women.

Programs at Trinity:

Saturday, October 12 – Trinity Yoga on Zoom at 10:00 a.m. followed by fellowship coffee – welcome back – adapted so all can join. 

Thanksgiving Sunday October 13 – 10:45 a.m. Worship, Sunday School. 

Monday October 14 –  No Bible Study 

Wednesday – October 16 – SSCFF yoga is cancelled 

Trinity Walkers: Call Maryann for a time and place you would like to walk. 

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, 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.