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The week of Feb 25, 2024
Worship on Sunday, Feb 25, 2024 at 10:30 am: Sunday's service will be led by Rev David Cathcart. This week is the second Sunday of Lent. CLICK HERE for the order of service. We will have our YouTube livestream available. CLICK HERE to access it.
Trinity + Worship: For a video of the most recent Sunday service, CLICK HERE. Streamed on our YouTube Channel on Feb 18. TUMS annual Games Night: TOMORROW, Sat, Feb 24th, 7 pm sharp in the Church Hall. $5.00 ticket includes tea, coffee and snacks. Bring your friends for an easy to learn game and friendly socializing.
Photo Directory 2024: This year, to celebrate the 120th Anniversary of being a community of faith in Port Coquitlam, Trinity is planning to publish a pictorial directory...not the expensive, fancy and lengthy process of years past. Instead we’ll be using three talented photographers at hand: Dave, Judy and Syd.
On Sunday February 25: (If needed other dates will be added to have photos taken.) 1st - make any changes to your information on the paper copy of the directory. 2nd - get your photo (head & shoulders) taken by one of the designated photographers. You may choose to send your own (individual, couple, or family) digital photo via email to Zoe at the office. If so, please send a "head & shoulder" photo with the subject Directory 2024 and include your name(s).
UCW Muffins: It was a successful muffin sale last Sunday and the UCW made $128.00!
During Lent, Tues@2211: will be studying the book Act/Fast: Spiritual Practice for a Climate in Crisis. We will be accessing the course online at CHURCHx. We meet at 6 pm, share a small potluck meal, then engage in the learning materials. No purchase is necessary, but you may acquire the ebook at UCRD. We are usually done by 8 pm. Anyone who would like to join us is welcome.
As Trinity's tax receipts for 2023 have been produced, Dave Squires has retired from the position of Envelope Secretary. Jo-Ann Dahms has agreed to become Trinity's Interim Envelope Secretary. She has been the Assistant Envelope Secretary for many years. If you would like to:
- donate by Pre-Authorized Remittance (PAR)
- change your monthly donation
- donate by Envelope
please contact Jo-Ann.
Thrift News: What an amazing community resource: $708.40.
World Day of Prayer: Our PoCo observance of World Day of Prayer will be held at Our Lady of the Assumption Catholic church on Thursday, March 7th at 2 pm. (The day has changed because their church is booked for the March 1st date.) There will be Afternoon Tea and Fellowship following the service. This year’s World Day of Prayer service was written by Christian women of Palestine. All are welcome and encouraged to attend.
Broadview Article: Why more non-binary athletes are avoiding organized sports in school. Physical education programs discriminate against non-binary youth because they're forced to pick one gender and one team. CLICK HERE to read.
First United News: Read Our Residential Tenancy Act Law Reform Platform: "Everyone Needs a Home: Solutions for Preventing Homelessness, Evictions, and Displacement"; it's based in part on findings from our BC Eviction Mapping project, and outlines evidence-based recommendations to strengthen tenant protections. CLICK HERE for more info.
BC Government Commits to Protecting Renters from Bad-Faith Evictions: On Wednesday, BC’s Lieutenant Governor Janet Austin delivered the throne speech and drew specific attention to an issue that we’ve been working and advocating on for over a year: protecting renters and ending bad-faith evictions. Though details on implementation were not provided, the speech promised that action will be taken in this legislative session. CLICK HERE to learn more.
Stand with Ukraine: February 24th marks two years since Russia's invasion of Ukraine. Nearly 30,000 lives have been lost and millions displaced. As this sombre anniversary approaches, Canadian Christian leaders have joined voices, urging support for refugees and for peace. Their message? Pray, advocate for diplomacy, aid refugees, remember the invasion's impact, and hope for reconciliation. CLICK HERE to donate to Mission and Service and stand with Ukraine and those suffering through this ongoing crisis. Read the full story CLICK HERE.
February is Black History (or African Heritage) Month: Officially recognized in Canada since 1996, the UCC takes time to honour the contributions and struggles of people of African descent. Young Malagasy adventurer Mandimby Rakotondramboa, deeply connected to his Afro-descendant heritage, journeys north, trading the familiar shores of Madagascar for the snowy landscapes of Canada. Dive into his story in this week's Black History Month blog, and challenge your perceptions as he explores identity, adaptation, and the celebration of diversity. CLICK HERE.
Healing Pathways: The Tri-Cities Healing Pathway ministry has begun again to offer in-person healing sessions at Inlet United on Monday afternoons. Sessions can be booked for 1:15 or 2:00. That time on the 4th Monday of each month, however, is set aside for a gathering of practitioners. To book a session contact 604-939-5513 or email healingpathway@inletunited.ca.
PMRC Prayers: In our own Pacific Mountain Region of the United Church of Canada, we pray for South Arm UC (Richmond), Squamish UC, St. Aidan’s UC (Victoria), St. Andrew’s Larger Parish (Nanaimo), and St. Andrew's UC (Enderby, Golden, Kaslo, Mission).
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: Feb 25 - Mar 2, 2024
In the Ecumenical Prayer Cycle of the World Council of Churches this week, we pray for Belgium, Luxembourg, and Netherlands. CLICK HERE to find out more about this part of the world and the ecumenical prayer cycle. |
