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The week of May 28, 2023
Hybrid Worship on Sunday, May 28, 2023 at 10:30 am: This Sunday we are led in worship by Robert Nicolson. We will be celebrating Pentecost. To join the ZOOM on Sunday, CLICK HERE. To read the order of service for Sunday, CLICK HERE.
UCC News: SEE IMAGE ABOVE...“Growth is the most urgent priority God has given The United Church of Canada in this season”—Rev. Mitchell Anderson, Member of General Council Executive, May 13, 2023 The Growth initiative represents the leading priority of the Strategic Plan of The United Church of Canada. The Growth initiative is seeking to articulate a vision for what growth and invitation looks like rooted in humility and respect as we together answer our call to be the church, become beloved community, and embody Deep Spirituality, Bold Discipleship, and Daring Justice. READ MORE.
New Church Directory: The new 2023 Church Directory is now available. Pick up a copy at worship on Sunday, or drop by the office on Tuesdays and Thursdays.
Rev David News: Rev David is on vacation until May 31. He will then be available but he will also be attending the PMRC AGM from June 1 to 4. If you would like to keep up on his doings while he's away, you can give him a follow on Instagram, just search @cathcartdavid.
Doer's Notes: CLICK HERE to catch up on the news from our most recent meeting.
TUC AGM upcoming: Our Annual Congregational Meeting is on Sunday, June 11th. A time to celebrate the work, time and talents of everyone at Trinity! The meeting will take place within the worship service – “Worship and Work must be One! “– with fellowship and lunch to follow. Please join us! There is a sign-up sheet for lunch in the hallway across from the kitchen door OR you can send an email to Zoë at: office@ucpoco.ca or call her at 604-942-0022, confirming your attendance for lunch. Deadline to sign up is noon on June 5th.
Thrift Sales: Another prolific week at Thrift, $989.50!
Kapa'a United Church of Christ: New May 2023 Edition Newsletter of our Sister Church on Kauai, the Kapa'a United Church of Christ. CLICK HERE to read more.
Harmony Vocal Ensemble Concert: Sun, May 28, 2:30 pm here at Trinity! "Spring Reboot" - join their lovely singers for a nostalgic look at our lives during and after the pandemic, with a lot of memories and maybe even a “HAIR”-raising experience or two! Ticket available from the office, $20.
Golden Ears Drag Brunch: Update: the great news is that this fundraiser is SOLD OUT for this Saturday, May 27. The church now asks that people without tickets stay home and hold Golden Ears Church in prayer during the event. We pray for a peaceful and fun (and FABULOUS) time for them.
Broadview Article: "Diana Butler Bass’s viral sermon changed the way thousands think about Mary Magdalene." The American historian and author is helping to reshape our understanding of this overlooked disciple. CLICK HERE to read.
Broadview Donation Matching: Over the past three weeks, the magazine has asked for your support of the Spring campaign — and so many of you have generously responded! We are this close to achieving our fundraising goal.We wouldn’t be the longest continuously-published magazine in North America without you. CLICK HERE to donate.
Trinity + Worship: Missed the In-Person Sunday Gathering? For a video of the most recent Sunday service, CLICK HERE, streamed on our YouTube Channel on May 21.
Help Support Ukrainian Refugees: The Russian war of agression in the Ukraine continues. The invasion of Ukraine is costing precious lives and creating a humanitarian crisis as people flee to safety. You can help. Right now, people urgently need shelter, clean water, food, and medical attention. Please show your support by making a gift today. CLICK HERE.
Trinity Prayer Circle: We have two prayer circles set up to receive and act on your prayer requests. Please refer prayer requests to Linda Lund (778-883-3064/linda.lund60@gmail.com).
Prayers of the People: May 28 to June 3, 2023
In the Ecumenical Prayer Cycle of the World Council of Churches this week, we pray for Angola and Mozambique. CLICK HERE to find out more about this part of the world and the ecumenical prayer cycle.
Devastating Earthquakes in Turkey and Syria: Please continue to include the people of Turkey, Syria, and other countries affected in your prayers, and consider making a donation to the emergency relief fund. Going forward, Trinity will send all donations directed to the Emergency Global Response through the Mission and Service Fund. Label the envelope to indicate your wishes “Syria/Turkey Earthquake” or CLICK HERE to donate online.
PMRC Prayers: In our own Pacific Mountain Region of the United Church of Canada on this Pentecost Sunday we recognize “the birth of the church!”
Healing Pathways: We are offering distance healing whenever convenient for both practitioner and receiver. Contact Linda Lund (778-883-3064/ linda.lund60@gmail.com). We may not connect "Hand to Hand," we must deepen our practice of connecting "Heart to Heart".
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