TRINITY & PROVIDENCE UNITED CHURCHES WELCOMES YOU
“…Growing, Caring, Sharing”
The Life and Work of the Church
February 16, 2025
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 Frankford-Batawa United Church, East Central Ontario Region (ECOR). |
Special Activities this Week at Trinity
Mon. 17 Church Office Closed for Family Day
Mon. 17 Ukulele Group, 6:30 p.m., Sanctuary
Tues. 18 Bereavement Group, 2:00 p.m., Fellowship Room
Wed. 19 Respite Care, 9:00 a.m., Trinity Hall
Wed. 19 Prayer Circle, 9:30 a.m., Sanctuary
Wed. 19 Bobcaygeon Girl Guides, 6:00 p.m., All rooms
Thurs. 20 UCW Bobcaygeon, 2:00 p.m., Fellowship Room
Thurs. 20 Choir Practice, 1:00 p.m., Sanctuary
Fri. 21 Respite Care, 9:00 a.m., Trinity Hall
Sat. 22 Scout Sleep Over, Trinity Hall, Kitchen
Sun. 23 Scouting Church Service 10:30 a.m., Sanctuary with Live Streaming.
Best wishes to all those who have Birthdays and Anniversaries February!
Please note: The Church Office…
will be closed for Family Day on Monday, February 17th. The office will reopen on Tuesday, February 18, 2025.
The lectionary readings for next week Feb. 23rd are:
Genesis 45:3-11,15; Psalm 37:1-11, 39-40; 1 Corinthians 15:35-38, 42-50 and Luke 6:27-38.
Please Note:
The tax receipts are ready for pick-up and they will be available again during the week in the office between Monday - Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
A HUGE THANK-YOU
We wish to thank Susan and Armand Hachey for creating the beautiful
sign in front of Trinity Hall and placing it there! Also, to Elizabeth Hull for the wonderful “Love” display board in our Narthex!
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 which meet every Wednesday at 9:30 a.m. in the Sanctuary for prayer and our Pastoral Care Team.
Uke Troupe – Ukulele Practise
The next practice we will be having at Trinity will be on Monday, February 17, 2025 at 6:30 p.m. in the Sanctuary. Happy practicing until then!
Hand Drumming…
all you need is a heartbeat to join. On Monday afternoons at 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. The next drumming session will be next Monday, February 24th as Feb. 17th is cancelled due to the Family Day holiday. Drums and Friendship provided. Thank-you, Debbie
Finding at home at Trinity Church?
We would be happy to welcome you into membership in our congregation. If you are interested, please speak to Rev. Dr. Bob Root.
UCW Bobcaygeon
UCW Bobcaygeon is planning a gathering on Thursday February 20th @ 2:00pm in the Fellowship Room. We will be playing a game or two. This will help with any winter blues you may be feeling. A good giggle or maybe even a good belly laugh goes a long way. Come on out and enjoy the afternoon with some very entertaining woman. And just remember: The secret to happiness is a good sense of humor and a bad memory.
Providence UCW
Providence UCW will be on Thursday, February 27th at 2:00 p.m. in the Fellowship Room. We will have a program and some light refreshments. Looking forward to seeing you there!
ATTENTION CHAT GROUP!
Our "CHAT" group meet the 2nd and 4th Thursday of each month. The next meeting will be on February 27, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. in the Fellowship Room. Come and join us for the festivities!
31 Short Spiritual Practices
by Rob Fennell, Atlantic School of Theology
Join our Lenten Study – Thursday evenings, beginning March 6 on Zoom – 6.45 to 8.00 p.m., for six weeks. Rob Fennell has written a delightful book called “31 Short Spiritual Practices: Getting (re)started in a daily spirituality of gratitude and contentment.” Along with these practices, we shall be looking at the lectionary readings for the following Sunday. If you want a colour print copy of the resource, the cost is $15.00. If you would like a PDF of the book, there is no charge. Please sign the list below indicating your preference. A Zoom link will be sent out each week as a reminder. Thank-you, Rev. Dr. Bob Root
Chili Luncheon & Games Afternoon …
in Trinity Hall on Sunday, March 9th after our Church Service. All are Welcome to come and enjoy a time of Fellowship, Yummy Food & Desserts. There is a sign-up sheet in the Narthex if you are interested in preparing a pot of Chili, a Salad or a Dessert. We would also appreciate help setting-up on the Sunday morning @ 9 a.m. and clean-up afterwards. Bring a game and stay for an afternoon of Fun!
AFFIRM EDUCATION TEAM
Mark March 16th, 2025, on your calendars and celebrate Public Intentional Explicit (PIE) Day. Enjoy the day by wearing rainbow colours, enrolling in a LGBTQIA+ event or raising your fork and simply enjoying a good piece of pie. Thank-you, Kim Draper
Trinity’s Affirming P.I.E. Day Annual Celebration
is being held on Sunday, March 16th in Trinity Hall after the Church Service. This is a chance to celebrate the full inclusion of LGBTQIA and Two Spirit People in our Community while enjoying some Pie together. The Affirming Team is asking for Volunteers to make Pies. There is a sign-up sheet in the Narthex. We appreciate everyone’s generosity and attendance to help make these 2 Events Successful!
Thank-you, Susan Hachey
Sunday School:
Our plans are coming together and we are aiming to offer a Sunday School program beginning March 23rd. We are thankful for everyone who has volunteered to lead this program and for Rev. Bob’s guidance in selecting the curriculum we will utilize. We would like to secure one or two more volunteers to support our team. If you could offer to help one Sunday a month please contact Barbara Carnegie, 705-738-0116 Watch for further announcements.
Coffee Volunteers did you know…
that there are quite a few boxes of cookies that can be put out for coffee hour after the service. They have been donated over time and should be used up. They have been in the freezer, so are still quite fresh.
Thank you, Carol Wells-Gordon
Bobcaygeon Diners Club – Come have lunch with us!
At Trinity United Church on the second Thursday of each month and the next one will be on Thursday, March 13th. The price is only $12.00 but you must register in advance by calling at (705)324-7323 ext. 654 or visit ccckl.ca to reserve your seat by Friday noon the week before. Put on by Community Care, City of Kawartha Lakes.
World Day of Prayer
Friday, March 14th, 2025 @ 2:00 p.m.?
Christ Anglican Church
43 Sherwood Street, Bobcaygeon
A little history for your enjoyment:
· 1887 – Mary Ellen Fairchild James, a Presbyterian woman, called for a day of prayer for home missions in the United States.
· 1895 – Anglican women in Canada established a National Day of Prayer for missions
· 1918 – Presbyterian women in Canada called for a meeting of representatives from five Women’s Missionary Boards
· 1920 – The first Friday of Lent was established as a joint day of prayer for missions
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Bobcaygeon will be celebrating the World Day of Prayer on March 14th, 2025 at the Christ Anglican Church. All genders are invited to attend. If you are interested in participating in anyway, please contact Angela Beaven – 705-887-3556.
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If you can or can not attend the church service, there are many ways to participate
· Pray together: Start by praying together as a group and then pray with people you feel led to
· Prayer walks: Join or create a guided prayer walk in your community
· Prayer journaling: Write down your prayers, thoughts, and reflections in a journal
· Creative prayers: Try balloon prayers, prayer balls, prayer aeroplanes, paper chain people prayers, tasty prayers, spaghetti praise prayers, or jelly baby prayers
Bobcaygeon Helps Food Bank
Our family numbers are still increasing with more children. The following food items would be welcome: Juice Packs, cereal, Kraft dinner, rice, canned fruit juice, canned vegetables, pasta sauce in jars, peanut butter, canned stews, canned tuna, meat, canned fruit. Our Food Bank box is located in the narthex, or you can drop off items at our grocery store boxes. Your help is greatly appreciated!
UKE! UKE! UKE!
I’m sure you’ve heard of Choir! Choir! Choir! In celebration of the 100th Anniversary of the United Church of Canada, Trinity United Church, Bobcaygeon is hosting: “UKE! UKE! UKE!” on Sunday, April 6th at 2:00 p.m. Ukulele groups and/or individuals are invited to participate. Don’t play? Come and sing along! Space is limited, so please register in advance ASAP by email to: suejpepper@yahoo.ca. This is an unrehearsed event … so no other commitment but coming on April 6th and join in the fun! No fee for uke players. Free will offering for audience participants. (See more information on bulletin board.)
Sunday School Program at Trinity
We are thankful for everyone who has volunteered to lead this program and for Rev. Bob’s guidance in selecting the curriculum we will utilize. We would like to secure one or two more volunteers to support our team. If you could offer to help one Sunday and month, please contact Barbara Carnegie, 705-738-0116. Watch for further announcements!
Fenelon Falls United Church Board invites you to …
attend the Covenanting Service celebrating the new relationship between Rev. Capt. Dr. John Niles, our Church, and our Regional Council. There will be a reception after welcoming Dr. Niles and his family. The service is Sunday, February 16th @ 2:00 p.m. Thanks be to God! Located at 123 Colborne Street, Fenelon Falls.
SOLES 4 SOULS FOOTWEAR COLLECTION
Here is a chance to part with your 'gently used' footwear. A Soles 4 Souls collection box is in the narthex and if you have any gently used footwear items you would like to see go to an appreciative recipient(s) somewhere else in the world, please drop them off. If you lots and would like them picked up instead, just call David Savournin at 705-738-1892 to make arrangements. (FYI…David and his group collected over 300 pairs of footwear in 2024 and are aiming for 500 in 2025!) More information about this initiative can be found at https://soles4soulscanada.org/. Thank you for your support.
Dear Friends of Truth and Reconciliation Community Bobcaygeon:
Mark your calendars! Truth and Reconciliation Community Bobcaygeon is hosting a book discussion and is inviting you to participate. We are conducting the discussion via zoom this time as many in our community are in different locations for the winter; and we won't have to worry about weather interfering with attendance.
Book: Reconciling History: A Story of Canada by Jody Wilson- Raybould and Roshan Danesh.
Date: Wednesday, February 26, 2025
Time: 7:00 p.m.
Cost: Free!
Please feel free to pass this information on to friends and family. Please register by sending an email to trcbobcaygeon@gmail.com confirming your interest and including your email address so we can send you the zoom link a day or two before the event.
Wewena, Take Care, Ann Davidson
Member, Truth and Reconciliation Community Bobcaygeon
P.S. If you want to get a head start on the next book, we plan to hold another book discussion in April or May (date TBD) on Who We Are: Four Questions for a Life and a Nation by The Honourable Murray Sinclair.
Lent Services & Lunches
This year the Lent Services and lunches will be held at:
March 5 - Christ Church Anglican (Ash Wednesday)
March 12 - March Break
March 19 - Trentside Baptist Church
March 26 - Trinity United Church
April 2 - Bethel Pentecostal Church
April 9 - Knox Presbyterian Church
April 16 - Our Lady Queen of Peace Catholic Church
Something Sacred—Lenten Study 2025
Tuesdays, March 11 - April 15, 20251:00-2:00 p.m. ET / 10:00-11:00 a.m. PT
In this six-week series, join Rev. Stephen Fetter and people from across the country to explore some of the readings from Something Sacred, our new devotional resource. Join us as we explore how music unveils something awesome, something more, something faithful, something honest, something grace-filled, something hopeful, something sacred. Register on CHURCHx!
‘After Words’ … a Bereavement Support Program
in Bobcaygeon is 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.
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