TRINITY & PROVIDENCE UNITED CHURCH WELCOMES YOU
“…Growing, Caring, Sharing”
The Life and Work of the Church
February 4, 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 Prescott: St. Paul’s United Church, East Central Ontario Region (ECOR). |
Special Activities this Week at Trinity
Mon. 05 Respite Care, 9:00 a.m., Trinity Hall
Mon. 05 Drumming, 2:00 p.m., Sanctuary
Mon. 05 Otters, 6:00 p.m., Trinity Hall
Mon. 05 BPSA, 7:00 p.m., Trinity Hall
Tues. 06 Bereavement Group, 2:00 p.m., Fellowship Room
Wed. 07 Respite Care, 9:00 a.m., Trinity Hall
Wed. 07 Prayer Circle, 9:30 a.m., Sanctuary
Wed. 07 Choir Practice, 2:00 p.m., Sanctuary
Wed. 07 Bobcaygeon Girl Guides, 6:00 p.m., Trinity Hall
Fri. 09 Respite Care, 9:00 a.m.- 3:30 p.m., Trinity Hall
Sat. 10 BPSA sleepover, Trinity Hall and Kitchen
Sun. 11 BPSA Church Service & Valentine’s celebration,
10:30 a.m., Sanctuary. Livestreaming during the service with Baden Powel Birthday celebration cake and Valentine’s cookies after service.
Best wishes to all those who have Birthdays and Anniversaries in February!
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.
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., P.O. Box 427, Minden, Ontario K0M 2K0. 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.
Jim Outram
Thank you so much for visiting Dad and offering prayers for Dad and our family during his transition from this life to the next. Dad was blessed to be able to join the services with his computer or by casting the service from his phone to his TV as his eyesight began to fail. Our family appreciates the prayers of the Trinity and Providence Church family during this time of grieving the loss of our Dad-Grandad-Great-Grandad, and rejoicing in God's grace and love. For more information please go to the following link at Jardines: https://www.jardinefuneralhome.com/memorials/James-Outram/3119976/index.php In sincere gratitude, Cathy (Outram) Wilcox, Ottawa. Let us keep the Outram family in our prayers as they go through this difficult time.
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
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.
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.
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.
Chili Luncheon at Trinity!
Trinity is planning a Chili Luncheon on this Sunday, February 4th, 2024 @ 12 p.m. Everyone is Welcome to come into Trinity Hall, after the Church Service, to enjoy a time of Fellowship, a warm bowl of Chili (different varieties & spice levels), Buns, Dessert, Coffee, Tea & Juice. Any & All Donations are appreciated and will be going towards our Accessibility Washroom. Thankyou to the Congregation for your continued support.
Knitting & Crocheters!
Our Trinity Knitting Group has completed the scheduled sessions for 2023. The first get together for 2024 will be Wed., February 7th 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.
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.
If anybody has …
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!
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.
Lenten Ecumenical Services in Bobcaygeon
Lenten Ecumenical Services will be taking place at 12 noon at the following churches in Bobcaygeon:
February 14 – Christ Church Anglican
February 21 - Trentside Baptist Church
February 28 – Knox Presbyterian Church
March 6 – Trinity United Church
March 13 – Lakes Community Church (being held at Trentside Church)
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
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.
‘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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