Trinity United Church

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

On Sunday, August 11, Worship will be led by Church of the Good Shepherd (GSA).  Worship starts at 9:30 a.m. See summer worship schedule below.  

There will be a Celebration of Life Service forMargaret and Neil Crawford on Sunday August 25, at 2:00 pm.  It will be held at the Masonic Memorial Centre at 420 Corydon Ave.  (confusion corner).  All are welcome.

We are grateful to Terry and Nancy DeLong and Sandi and Glen Fitzmaurice for cashiering this Sunday.

Attached is the scripture to ponder and prayers for August 18 worship from Damber. 

Summer Worship schedule: During the summer months from June 30 to September 1, Trinity United Church (TUC) and Church of the Good Shepherd Anglican (GSA) join together in worship with each church inviting the other to join with them throughout the summer as follows: (All services start at 9:30 a.m.) Note: GSA services will be live streamed and the zoom link can be sent to you upon request to the office (tuc@mymts.net) or call 204-269-1632. TUC will continue to record their worship services through the summer with a link sent out on Monday or Tuesday.

August 11 – GSA

August 18 – TUC

August 25 – GSA

September 1 – TUC

In our prayers: We pray for a speedy recovery for Sumi as she undergoes chemo therapy.

Summer office hours: Please note during June, July and August the office will generally be open Monday to Thursday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. It’s always a good idea to call ahead if you need to access the office. With construction underway there may be times when the office needs to be closed. 

Bomber Fundraiser: 

 We still need volunteers as follows:   September 7, noon or earlier (4); September 27, 5:00pm (filled); October 11, 5:30 pm. Sign up sheets are in the narthex. (1). If you have never done this before and would like to give it a try, talk to Marilyn or Irma.

From the  Outreach Committee:  Habitat for Humanity – Trinity has been asked once again to donate baked goods and fresh fruit for one coffee break at the build site. We have offered to provide 10-12 dozen items. We will be collecting from July 28 -August 13. All baking must be NUT FREE and individually wrapped. Cookies can be in packs of 2. Please wash and wrap any fresh fruit. Thank you for your support .             

 From Prairie to Pine Region: . 

Please hold in prayer the following communities of faith: McCreary; Snow Lake: Anglican-United; Stonewall; Winnipeg: The United Church in Meadowood

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:

Yoga: 7:00 p.m. on Mondays in the sanctuary. Join Carley and Wynn at 7:00 p.m. in the sanctuary for yoga – Mondays, August 12, 19 and 26. 

Trinity Walkers:  From Maryann: Hello Fellow Walkers. Where do you like to walk? Phone me and let’s arrange a time and place so that we can walk together…Together is better.

Trinity Yoga:  Saturdays at 10:00 a.m. on Zoom followed by fellowship coffee (on Zoom) – please call the office if you wish to get the link. 

The following programs are taking a break:

Bible Study: is taking a break until the fall.

South Side Community Fitness and Fellowship: is taking a break until the fall.  

The washroom renovations have begun in the lower level. It is anticipated that the lower level washrooms will be completed by the end of August. If sufficient funds are realized to complete the upper level washrooms, these will begin sometime after the completion of the lower level. Watch the announcements for updates.  

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 1632tuc@mymts.net) We are grateful for every gift given and appreciate all you do for Trinity. 

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

Here is the link for the service for the August 4, 2024 worship service: https://youtu.be/i2kWG6SoBUI

On Sunday, August 11, The Church of the Good Shepherd Anglican (GSA) will lead worship. Note GSA services will be live streamed and the zoom link can be sent to you upon request to the office (tuc@mymts.net) If you wish to have the link for the service please contact the office before noon on Thursday. 

Summer worship schedule – During the summer months, Trinity United Church (TUC) and The Church of the Good Shepherd Anglican (GSA) share in worship by alternating services – all services start at 9:30 a.m. and all are welcome to all services. 

August 11 – GSA

August 18 – TUC

August 25 – GSA

September 1 – TUC

From Damber:

Scripture for the week: 2 Samuel 18:5–9, 15, 31–33, Psalm 130 , Ephesians 4:25—5:2, John 6:35, 41–51

Scripture to ponder:

These passages reflect the complexity of David’s relationship with his son Absalom—both as a father and a king. Despite Absalom’s rebellion, David’s compassion and deep sorrow at his son’s death illustrate the tangled nature of familial love and responsibility. How do family dynamics complicate our emotions and decisions? How does grief affect how we navigate our roles and responsibilities?

The psalm and epistle readings also reveal raw emotions. The psalmist’s cries and Ephesians’ advice on understanding anger highlight the struggle with intense feelings. How does David’s grief resonate with the emotions expressed in these readings? How can we learn from our own experiences of grief and anger? 

Prayer: 

Loving God, in our moments of grief and complexity, we seek Your wisdom and comfort. Help us navigate the tangled emotions of our relationships and find solace in Your presence. Grant us the understanding to learn from our struggles and the strength to face our challenges with grace. Guide us to balance our responsibilities with compassion, and let Your peace heal our hearts. Amen.

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

On Sunday, August 4, Worship will be led by Trinity United Church.  Worship starts at 9:30 a.m. See summer worship schedule below.  

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

Attached is the scripture to ponder and prayers for August 4 worship from Damber. 

Summer Worship schedule: During the summer months from June 30 to September 1, Trinity United Church (TUC) and Church of the Good Shepherd Anglican (GSA) join together in worship with each church inviting the other to join with them throughout the summer as follows: (All services start at 9:30 a.m.) Note: GSA services will be live streamed and the zoom link can be sent to you upon request to the office (tuc@mymts.net) or call 204-269-1632. TUC will continue to record their worship services through the summer with a link sent out on Monday or Tuesday.

August 4 – TUC

August 11 – GSA

August 18 – TUC

August 25 – GSA

September 1 – TUC

In our prayers: We pray for a speedy recovery for Sumi as she undergoes chemo therapy.

Summer office hours: Please note during June, July and August the office will generally be open Monday to Thursday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. It’s always a good idea to call ahead if you need to access the office. With construction underway there may be times when the office needs to be closed. 

Bomber Fundraiser: HELP!! We still need 5 volunteers for August 23. 

If you have never done this before and would like to give it a try, talk to Marilyn or Irma. We still need volunteers as follows: August 23, 5:30pm. (5); September 7, noonor earlier (4); September 27, 5:00pm(filled); October 11, 5:30 pm. (1).

Congratulations: We cheer for Lily and Kylie Hemlow. Lily recently won first place in the 1200m and 2000m and fourth place in the 800m at the Western Canada Team Challenge held at the U. Of M. representing Manitoba. Lily and her sister Kylie have also qualified to go to Dauphin for the Manitoba Summer Games. Lily has also qualified to go to Calgary, representing Manitoba in the Royal Canadian Legion Youth Nationals. A very busy summer for the Hemlow/DeLong Family!!

From the  Outreach Committee:  Habitat for Humanity – Trinity has been asked once again to donate baked goods and fresh fruit for one coffee break at the build site. We have offered to provide 10-12 dozen items. We will be collecting from July 28 -August 13. All baking must be NUT FREE and individually wrapped. Cookies can be in packs of 2. Please wash and wrap any fresh fruit. Thank you for your support .             

From Prairie to Pine Region: August 4 is Emancipation Sunday. 

Please hold in prayer the following communities of faith: Killarney; Manitou-LaRiviere; Ninette

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:

Yoga: 7:00 p.m. on Mondays in the sanctuary. Join Carley and Wynn at 7:00 p.m. in the sanctuary for yoga – Mondays July 29, August 12, 19 and 26. 

Trinity Walkers:  From Maryann: Hello Fellow Walkers. Where do you like to walk? Phone me and let’s arrange a time and place so that we can walk together…Together is better.

Trinity Yoga: No yoga on August 3. Yoga will resume on August 10 – Saturdays at 10:00 a.m. on Zoom followed by fellowship coffee (on Zoom) – please call the office if you wish to get the link.   

The following programs are taking a break:

Bible Study: is taking a break until the fall.

South Side Community Fitness and Fellowship: is taking a break until the fall.  

The washroom renovations have begun in the lower level. It is anticipated that the lower level washrooms will be completed by mid August. If sufficient funds are realized to complete the upper level washrooms, these will begin sometime after the completion of the lower level. Watch the announcements for updates.  

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 1632tuc@mymts.net) We are grateful for every gift given and appreciate all you do for Trinity. 

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

Here is the  link for the service for the July 21, 2024 worship service: https://youtu.be/iwZTZWige74

On Sunday, July 28, The Church of the Good Shepherd Anglican (GSA) will lead worship. Note GSA services will be live streamed and the zoom link can be sent to you upon request to the office (tuc@mymts.net) If you wish to have the link for the service please contact the office before noon on Thursday. Note: It will be the same link for all GSA services. Following the service GSA plans to  celebrate the ordination of Di Panting.  

Summer worship schedule – During the summer months, Trinity United Church (TUC) and The Church of the Good Shepherd Anglican (GSA) share in worship by alternating services – all services start at 9:30 a.m. and all are welcome to all services. 

July 28 – GSA

August 4 – TUC

August 11 – GSA

August 18 – TUC

August 25 – GSA

September 1 – TUC

Scripture for the week: John 6:1-21; Galatians 5:1, 13-15; Psalm 77:1-2. 6-14; 2Samuel 11:1-15

Scripture to Ponder:

Psalm 77:1-2, 6-14 wrestles with the human experience of distress and the comfort found in faith. Asaph, the psalmist, pours out his heart in anguish, seeking solace in God’s presence. Yet amidst his turmoil, he remembers God’s past faithfulness—how He rescued His people through mighty deeds and guided them through the waters. This passage invites reflection on our own moments of doubt and despair, reminding us to turn to God, who remains steadfast and powerful in all circumstances. It encourages us to recall His faithfulness in our lives, trusting that He will continue to guide and redeem us. How has God shown His faithfulness to you in times of difficulty?

Prayer: Gracious God, I cry out to You in my distress, seeking Your comfort and peace. I remember Your faithfulness in the past, how You have answered my prayers and shown Your power. Your ways are holy, and Your deeds are mighty. Even now, I trust in Your unfailing love and strength. Help me to find refuge in You and to rest in Your presence. Thank You for Your steadfastness and guidance. Amen.