TRINITY & PROVIDENCE UNITED CHURCH WELCOMES YOU
“…Growing, Caring, Sharing”
The Life and Work of the Church
February 11, 2024
Announcements
Ministry Focus Areas for Trinity:
Nurturing the Spirit, the Caring Journey, partnering
for the Community, Funding for Ministry, Sharing Hope Locally and Globally.
We acknowledge that we live on the traditional territory of the Mississauga People of the Anishnaabe Nation. We acknowledge their stewardship of the land throughout the ages.
(This is a scent sensitive environment)
We extend a warm, friendly welcome to all!
Please Remember in your Prayers Those at home, in nursing homes and in hospital who are facing illness, bereavement and other life challenges. This week please pray for Metcalfe United Church, East Central Ontario Region (ECOR). |
Special Activities this Week at Trinity
Mon. 12 Respite Care, 9:00 a.m., Trinity Hall
Mon. 12 Otters, 6:00 p.m., Trinity Hall
Mon. 12 BPSA, 7:00 p.m., Trinity Hall
Tues. 13 Settler Quilters, 1:00 p.m., Trinity Hall
Wed. 14 Respite Care, 9:00 a.m., Trinity Hall
Wed. 14 Prayer Circle, 9:30 a.m., Sanctuary
Wed. 14 Choir Practice, 2:00 p.m., Sanctuary
Wed. 14 Bobcaygeon Girl Guides, 6:00 p.m., Trinity Hall
Thurs. 15 Lenten Study Group, 10:30 a.m., Fellowship Room
Thurs. 15 Harmony UCW, 1:30 p.m., Fellowship Room
Fri. 16 Respite Care, 9:00 a.m.- 3:30 p.m., Trinity Hall
Sun. 18 Church Service, 10:30 a.m., Sanctuary. Livestreaming
during the service with Annual General Meeting taking place in Trinity Hall the after, church service.
Best wishes to all those who have Birthdays and Anniversaries in February!
Ursula Nietsch
Passed away on Sunday, January 28th in her 88th year, peacefully in her sleep at Case Manor. Her “Celebration of Life” will be held in Kinmount United Church in the springtime. See more details with Gordon A. Monk Funeral Home Ltd., Minden, Ontario. www.gordonmonkfuneralhome.com The family are hoping to have her celebration of life in Kinmount with all in the spring... after Easter. Let us keep the Nietsch family in our prayers in their loss.
James “Jim” Outram
Jim passed away peacefully on Sunday, January 28th with his family by his side. A family grave-side service is planned for spring 2024. For more information, please go to the following link at Jardines:
https://www.jardinefuneralhome.com/memorials/James-Outram/3119976/index.php. Let us keep the Outram family in our prayers as they go through this difficult time.
Prayer Request and Pastoral Care
If you have a prayer request, please call the church office at
(705)738-5135 and we will pass your request through to our active Prayer Circle and Pastoral Care Teams.
February 11 – we welcome the Cubs and Scouts to worship. This is also the Sunday closest to Valentine’s Day, so please wear RED and look festive! There will be a special friendship time after worship in Trinity Hall.
HUGE THANK-YOU!
The Chili Luncheon last Sunday was an Amazing Success👏🏻! A Great Time of Fellowship & Yummy Food was enjoyed by 68 people. The Smiles, Laughter & Positive Comments coming from Trinity Hall were very Heartwarming💖!
A Huge Thank You to the many people who helped out with Set-up, Food Preparation & Clean-up. The support and assistance, so willingly given from our congregation, is very much appreciated. A Big Thank You for your Generous Donations which enables us to add over $500.00 to our Washroom Accessibility Fund. Also, Chili & Desserts were delivered to folks who were unable to attend the luncheon. They were very touched by our thoughtfulness and really appreciated the food. Stay Tuned for More Fun Events!
Submitted by Susan Hachey
WORDS OF WISDOM
Last Sunday, Jan. 28th as a part of “Growing in Faith”, “Words of Wisdom” were shared from members of our congregation. The “Words of Wisdom” have been collated and are available if anyone wants a copy on the Narthex table.
Hand Drumming…
all you need is a heartbeat to join. On Monday afternoons at 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. restarting Monday, February 5th. Drums and Friendship provided. Thank-you, Debbie
Come Out One and All!
Calling all those who love to sing or are musicians, to attend Choir practice on Wed., February 7th at 2:00 p.m. If you play a musical instrument and would like to participate during Sunday’s Worship Service, please speak with Debra Northey.
Harmony UCW
All ladies are invited to attend the next Harmony UCW meeting taking place on Thurs. Feb. 15th at 1:30 p.m. in the Fellowship Room.
Ukulele Practice
There will be no ukulele practice on Feb 5 and 12th. Next practice will be February 19th at 6:30 p.m. in the Sanctuary.
Annual General Reports …
are ready for pick-up at the church on the Narthex table on Sunday’s and during the week in the church office. Please only take one copy per family. The Annual General Meeting will be here at Trinity United Church on February 18th right after the church service. Please bring a bagged lunch. Coffee and tea will be provided.
SIM (Spirit in Motion) House Church…
will be held on Wed., Feb. 28th at 10:00 a.m. at the home of Walter & Juanita Murray @ 17 Lakewood Cres. Unit #13. Please R.S.V.P. @ 705-738-5556.
Lenten Study – “They Followed Jesus”
a six-week study based on those who followed Jesus. Thursday mornings, 10:30 – 11:30 beginning February 15. Please sign the sheet located on the table in the narthex if you are interested. We will be reading William Barclay’s “The Master’s Men” and Diana Butler Bass “All the Mary’s”. Copies will be available at a cost of $5.00 per copy. Please mark your envelope “Lenten Study booklets” including your name so we know who has paid already.
Knitting & Crocheters!
Our Trinity Knitting Group has completed the scheduled sessions for 2023. The first get together for 2024 will be Wed., February 21st and then every two weeks on a Wednesday. If you enjoy some pleasant socializing, a cup of tea with some sweets and of course a little knitting or crocheting. Please join us at Karin Kingman’s house. For her address, please phone the church office or Karin @ (705)738-1662.
Looking for …
a piece of plywood or waterproof board 68 x 39 that we could use for backing for the poster sign out in front of Trinity Hall, please contact Armand Hachey.
Praying for Others during Lent
The season of Lent is a journey of prayer with Jesus to Good Friday and beyond. The Bible asks us to pray for one another. On February 18, you will be invited to join in praying for others in our church family throughout Lent. Don’t let it scare you – the prayer can be as simple as, “God, I pray my church family will know your love.” Details will follow! Join the journey!
Lent Ecumenical Services in Bobcaygeon
Lent Ecumenical Services will be taking place at 12 noon at the following churches in Bobcaygeon:
Wed, Feb 14 - Christ Church Anglican
Wed, Feb 21 - Trentside Baptist
Wed, Feb 28 - Knox Presbyterian
Wed, Mar 6 - Trinity United
Wed, Mar 13 - Lakes Community Church (Held at Knox Presbyterian)
With a simple soup lunch following the Lent Service.
Church Directory Update
The final proof of our new Church Directory has been submitted and we look forward to receiving the directories in the near future. Unfortunately, there was a shortage of lamination photo stands that have been on back order. If you are waiting for any photo stands, please contact IPC Canada Photo Services Inc. at 1-800-391-5161 and speak with a staff person at customer service. You will need to quote the order number that is located on your Pictorial Directory Information Receipt. If you need assistance, please let Sue know in the office and Cathy Bennett or Connie Picken will be in touch with you.
Pancake Tuesday!
Knox Presbyterian Church invites you to join them for a lunch of pancakes and sausages on Tuesday, February 13th at 12 p.m. noon. At 6 Joseph St., Bobcaygeon Phone #705-738-4086. A free-will offering will be accepted.
DO NOT MISS THIS YEAR’S WOMEN’S RETREAT!
After a three-year hiatus due to COVID, our UCW is again sponsoring our annual retreat weekend at Fair Havens. The dates are April 5 to April 7, 2024. Our leader of the retreat will be Alanna Mitchell. Total cost for the weekend for accommodation and meals is $325.00. Book now with a $75.00 deposit. (Women from Trinity and Providence only until Dec. 31st and open to others on January 1, 2024). A little information about Alanna Mitchell. In the year 2000 she was named the best environmental reporter in the world by the World Conservation Union and Reuters Foundation. She has written 5 books, 1 play and is the recipient of 2 honorary doctorates and many more additional plaudits. This year she was added to the editorial staff of Broadview, the only Canadian magazine focused on national and international issues of spirituality, justice, and ethical living as well as news and perspectives of the United Church of Canada. How blessed are we that she has generously accepted our invitation to lead our retreat! The clock is ticking - climate change is here! The planet is warming. What an enviable opportunity has opened to us! The chance to learn from Alana's expertise, experience and insights will help us all better recognize and understand the crisis. Call the church office at 705-738-5135 for more information.
Thankyou, Carol Young.
Broadview Magazine
Here’s what’s coming up in the March issue, which will start arriving the first week of February.
Easter Moments - In our March cover story, author Sarah Bessey embraces the resurrections of everyday life.
It Takes a Village - The pandemic showed us that ending child poverty in Canada is possible. Can we take the next steps?
Choir Power - How singing together can be a force for social change.
Rumbling with Our Faith - An Easter message from Moderator Rt. Rev. Carmen Lansdowne. If you have an issue with the magazine or a change of address, please contact the magazine directly at Broadview, 310 Danforth Ave, Suite C1 Toronto, ON M4K 1N6 or by email to: groupsubscriptions@broadview.org
‘After Words’ … is a new Bereavement Support Program
in Bobcaygeon offered by Kawartha Lakes Hospice. The group meets every first and third Tuesday in the month from 2:00 – 3:.00 p.m. at Trinity United Church, Bobcaygeon in the Fellowship Room. Please call Janice Craig, Hospice Bereavement Co-ordinator at 705-324-7323 x 553 for more information. Also, there is a poster with more information on Trinity’s bulletin board in the back hall.
Did you know …
that both nursing homes (Case Manor & Pinecrest) are much more accessible these days! You no longer need to set-up appointments. I’m sure the residence would enjoy a visit.
Bobcaygeon Music Council presents “Music Alive”
Concert Series – Dara Schindelka!
The concert will be taking place on February 24, 2024 @ 7:00 p.m. Dara Schindelka is a Saskatchewan singer/songwriter who shares her passion for storytelling and long in ways that delight young and old. Taking place at Trinity United Church, 44 William St., Bobcaygeon. Ticket price is $30.00 or select 2 concerts for $50.00! Children under 12 free when accompanied by an adult. Book now email: tickets.bmc@gmail.com or call 705-731-7497. Proud sponsor of this concerts is the Strongitharm Family Fund.
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