Bulletin for Sunday, February 8, 2026
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February 8, 2026 5th Sunday after Epiphany
Service of Gratitude
APPROACHING GOD
Welcome
We acknowledge that the land upon which we gather is unceded Mi’kmaq territory. Epekwitk (Prince Edward Island) is covered by the historic Treaties of Peace and Friendship. We pay our respects to the Indigenous Mi’kmaq People who have occupied this Island for over 12,000 years; past, present and future.
Preparation for Worship
Lighting of the Christ Candle: Florence Turnbull
*Introit Hymn #14MV:“Where Two or Three are Gathered”
*Call to Worship: (Celebrate God’s Presence 32F002)
One: We have gathered to worship God.
Al: We have come seeking comfort, inspiration, community, and insight.
One: We have come to open ourselves to the power of God’s presence in our midst.
All: We have come to offer up the seasons and the turnings in our lives, and to ask God’s help in our learning and in our growing.
*Hymn #182MV:“Grateful”
Gathering Prayer (Celebrate God’s Presence 0G005)
Wondrous God, You touch our lives with healing and with justice;
New life is your gift. We praise you for the Good News
Which is ours through Jesus Christ. May this time of worship nourish us
With your promise of meaning and purpose. May we be empowered to carry your goodness into the coming week. We pray in Jesus’ name, our Source and Saviour. Amen.
The Lord’s Prayer: sung, Locke version
Congregational Covenant with the Choirs of Trinity United Church
(Adapted from Celebrate God’s Presence pages 572-73)
Scripture: 2 Chronicles 5:13-14
Statement of Purpose
Covenant Questions and Promises
Prayer
Declaration
Ministry of Music – “Be Still” – Trinity Choir
LISTENING TO GOD’S WORD
Spark Bible Reading: “Jesus Blesses the Children” Mark 10:13-15, Matthew 19:13-15 Pages 328-333 Read by Addison Brazil
Children’s Hymn #133MV: “Jesus Laughed Out Loud”
Scripture Reading: Psalm 112 VU#834
Hymn #242VU: “Let All Things Now Living”
Sermon Reflection “The Power of Gratitude” by Rev Rachel Campbell, slide presentation created by Peggy Miles
RESPONDING TO GOD’S WORD
Hymn #30TLUS: “We are the Light of All the World” (v1, 2, ch, 3, ch, 4, ch)
Mission and Service Story
Faithful Reminders
Offertory Prayer & Hymn #60TLUS: “There’s Enough for All”
Call to Prayer #381VU: “Spirit of Life”
Prayers of the People
Hymn #240VU: “Praise, My Soul, the God of Heaven”
Commissioning and Benediction
Postlude Hymn #958VU: “Halle, Halle, Halle”
Copyright Credits for February 8th, 2026
Trinity United Church is licensed to reprint and livestream music under: OneLicense #A-727839 and/or CCLI License # 2229601.
Thank you to our Hand Bell Choir for their participation this morning.
One of our congregants had a medical emergency last Sunday during the service and a small team of fellow congregants helped in assessing the situation, calling 911, getting him comfortable until paramedics arrived and following up afterwards. On behalf of Ray & Joan and our church – thank you for jumping in with your gifts of compassion and first aid training.
(For after hours’ pastoral emergencies only such as hospital or palliative visits and funeral requests, they can be arranged by calling Rev Rachel’s cell 902-439-1881, Please note that Rev. Rachel’s days off are Mondays & Tuesdays) All outreach and support inquiries or requests please contact the office at 902-436-3155 or admin@trinitysummerside.ca so that we can better assist and serve you. God Bless
WAYS TO GIVE TO TRINITY, WE THANK YOU
At Trinity United we are most thankful for your contributions to the life and work of our Church. Please call the office for more information on:
PAR- Pre-Authorized Remittance, Post Dated Cheques
On Our Website at Trinity Summerside.ca, E Transfer to donate@trinitysummerside.ca
Cash Please call 902-436-3155 for assistance
Sunday, February 1st, 2026
Attendance: 122 Sunday Worship Service (Junior Church & Youth)
Contributions: Envelopes 19 $ 3975.00
Loose Givings $ 133.35
PAR Givers 90 $8,607.00 (monthly)
E-transfers $1887.00 (monthly)
Schedule for February 1 – February 8, 2026
Sunday
10:30am Worship service of Gratitude, Rev Rachel, live-streamed and online.
Junior Church & Youth
11:45am Tea, Coffee & Conversation hosted by Trinity Council – Auditorium
11:45am CL&G team meeting in boardroom/zoom
Monday
1:00pm Seniors Games in the Auditorium
3:00pm Faith in Action team meeting in Auditorium/zoom
Tuesday
9:00am Kitchen Rental
Wednesday
8:00am Women’s Breakfast -Waterfront Café (Holland College)
8:00am Men’s Breakfast – Seashell Café (26152 Route 2)
9:00am Kitchen Rental
9:30am Summerside & Area Christian Council meet at St Paul’s
1:30pm UCW meeting in boardroom/zoom
4:00pm Property team meeting in boardroom/zoom
5:45pm Handbell Choir Rehearsal
7:00pm Trinity Choir Rehearsal
Thursday
9:30am Trinity Café starts up again! Sanctuary
12:00pm Worship team meeting in boardroom/zoom
1:00pm Silvertones Choir Rehearsal – Sanctuary
4:00pm Governance team meeting via zoom only
Friday
Saturday
8:30am Feed My Sheep Breakfast – Auditorium
10:00am Trinity Arts Group – Auditorium
Happy Valentines Day
Sunday
10:30am Worship service Holy Communion & Recognition of Transfer of Membership, led by Rev Rachel, live-streamed and online. Junior Church & Youth
2026 Contribution Envelopes and PAR Program: The boxed envelopes are ready for pick up at the church office. If you wish to sign up for the PAR program, please contact Joyce in the office.
Baptism: Our next service of Holy Baptism will be February 15th. Please register by contacting the office before February 11th. admin@trinitysummerside.ca
World Day of Prayer: is being planned for March 6 this year. Anyone who would like to participate in the service is invited to an organizing and planning meeting on Tuesday, Feb 10 at 9:00 a.m. at St Mary’s Church Hall, 74 Summer St. Please feel free to contact the St Mary’s Office at 902-888-2234 if you would like to be involved but cannot make the meeting.
Holy Communion: Our next Holy Communion service will be during the service on Sunday, February 15th. If you would like to register for Home Communion on February 18th, please reach out to Rev. Rachel by calling the office 902-436-3155 or email Rachel@trinitysummerside.ca.
Shrove Tuesday: Our Shrove Tuesday Pancake Supper will be on February 17th from 4-6pm in the Auditorium. Hosted by the CL&G team, donations at the door will support Trinity Youth projects. Donations of pancake mix (water only) and syrup needed. All welcome!
Greeters Needed: Marg Arsenault is now looking after the calendar for greeters and she would love to see some new faces. Please let her know that you can help by calling her at or advise Joyce in the office. 902-436-3155.
Food Box News: Your recycled bottles and cans to Don’s Bottle Exchange help support the food box program. We welcome donations of food anytime. Food box days return this week: Tuesdays from 10am-1pm and Thursdays from 12pm to 3pm. We are very short on reusable bags if you have any to donate!
Coldest Night of the Year: The Walking Robins are back with a 2026 Team for CNOY Summerside. We are walking on Feb 28th to support LifeHouse Summerside (a transitional house and shelter for women and children). Join our team! (Joyce can help you get signed up online). We will be campaigning hard in January and donations to support us can be dropped off at the Trinity Church Office Monday to Friday 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. or speak directly to a Team member and they will happily accept your donation for our Team.
Trinity Café: Thursdays in the Sanctuary from 9:30-10:30am. Starting February 12th (in person only), running to the end of May. Please bring your Bible, note book, Pen/Pencil, and tea/coffee with you to group. No prep work required! (Lenten study on Judas led by both Corina and Rev. Rachel) All are welcome to join in!
Community Dinner: Our next (community meal) dinner is tentatively set for February 21st. Volunteers are needed on the afternoon of 20th and on the afternoon of the 21st. The dinners are for seniors, veterans, shut-ins and people in need.
902-436-3155 or email Joyce if you have enquiries
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Rev. Rachel Campbell M.Div, M.A Coordinating Minister
Rev. David H. Hamilton, “Minister Emeritus”
Corina Anderson, Student Minister (contact office)
Louise Elder, Director of Music
Peggy Miles, Communications Coordinator
Karen MacLean, Superintendent of Jr Church & Youth (Contact Office)
Joyce Hazard, Administrative Assistant admin@trinitysummerside.ca
Amand Arsenault, Custodian (Contact office)