Bulletin for Sunday, July 13, 2025
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July 13th, 2025 5th Sunday after Pentecost
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: (Written by Laura J. Turnbull, Penticton, B.C. Gathering, Pentecost 1 2025, page 3. Used with permission)
Introit Hymn #835VU: “Praise to the Lord”
Call to Worship: (Written by Richard Bott, Grace U.C., Burlington. Gathering, Pentecost 1 2025, page 37. Used with permission.)
Leader: As children of God,
All: as disciples of Christ,
Leader: We come. We gather.
All: We worship our God:
Leader: With shouts of Hallelujah!
All: With songs of praise!
Leader: With words!
All: With actions!
Leader: With life!
All: Abundant life!
Leader: We come. We gather.
All: We worship our God.
Leader: Hallelujah! All: Hallelujah! Hallelujah!
*Hymn #401: “Worship the Lord” (ch, vs 1, ch, vs 2, ch, vs 3, ch)
*Gathering Prayer: (Written by Catherine Tovell. Kilworth U.C., London, Ontario. Gathering, Pentecost 1 2025, page 42. Used with permission.)
Loving God, help us to follow the way of the Good Samaritan, letting our actions declare who we are. We are your people, called to act in Christ-like ways, trusting in you to equip us with whatever we need to act in these ways. As we worship together, help us to discern you among us, be honest with ourselves, and reach out to each other with compassionate actions, Amen.
The Lord’s Prayer #960VU: sung
LISTENING TO GOD’S WORD
A Time for All Ages: Louise
*Hymn #246VU: “Shout for God”
Scripture Reading: Colossians 1:1-14 read by Addison Brazil
Reflection: “Hymn writer Ron Klusmeier and his contributions” by Louise Elder
RESPONDING TO GOD’S WORD
*Hymn #624VU: “Give To Us Laughter”
Offertory Prayer: (Written by Laura Turnbull Penticton, B.C. Gathering, Pentecost 1 2025, page 47. Used with permission.)
*Offertory Hymn/Call to Prayer #299VU: “Teach Me, God, to Wonder”
Prayers of the People: (Based on #154MV: “Deep in Our Hearts”) led by Nancy, Cathy, Kelly and Louise
*Closing Hymn: “And All the People Said Amen”
Announcements: Nancy Small
*Closing Hymn #427VU: “To Show by Touch and Word”
*Commissioning: (Written by David Sparks, Summerland, B.C. Gathering page 49, Pentecost 1 2025 Year C. Adapted by Louise Elder. Used with permission.)
*Postlude Hymn #605VU: “Jesus, Teacher, Brave and Bold”
Copyright Credits for July 13th, 2025
Trinity United Church is licensed to reprint and livestream music under: OneLicense #A-727839 and/or CCLI License # 2229601.
Thank you for worshipping with us today. Special thanks to Nancy Small, Cathy Pavlik, Kelly D’Agostino, Addison Brazil, Tim Griffen (sound) and Louise Elder for today’s service leadership and support
Please note that Rev. Rachel will be on her vacation from July 1 to August 6th.
During this time, pastoral emergencies only such as hospital or palliative visits and funeral requests can be arranged by calling Rev Erasmus Madimbu at 902-853-2271. 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, July 6th, 2025
Attendance: 82
Contributions: Envelopes 12 $672.00
Loose Givings $50.75
PAR Givers 88 $8,436.00 (monthly)
E-transfers $1382.00 (monthly)
Schedule for July 13 – 20, 2025
Sunday
9:45am Choir warm-up in Sanctuary
10:30am Sunday Service (in-person only), led by Music Director Louise Elder and our Music team.
Monday
8:30am Church office closed
Tuesday
11:30am Ladies Luncheon, Chez Yvonne, 8947 PE-6, Cavendish
1:30pm Camp Abby berry prepping, kitchen
Wednesday
8:00am Women’s Breakfast -Waterfront Café (Holland College)
8:00am Men’s Breakfast is on summer break until September
Saturday
9:00am Trinity Art Group – Auditorium
Sunday
9:45am Choir warm-up in Sanctuary
10:30am Sunday Service (in-person only), led by Parker Murray
Monday
8:30am Church office closed
Monday
9:00am Private rental – Auditorium
Food Boxes: Our Food Box program is available in July & August: 10am-12pm Tuesdays, 12pm- 2pm on Thursdays.
Children and Youth VBS: All 10 spots have been claimed for the 9 am to noon Children’s VBS (ages 5 to 10) on August 12, 13, and 14. However, if there is enough interest a second 3 day session for ages 5 to 10 will be added. (afternoons) Contact Rev Rachel at rachel@trinitysummerside.ca if interested. For youth (ages 11-15) sign up for “Decoding the Bible” on Saturday, August 16th, 11:00am to 1:30pm. Register for this free fun day by email to rachel@trinitysummerside.ca
Senior and Adult Vacation Bible School: August 27, 28 and 29. The Female Disciples of Jesus (video series on the big screens at Trinity). Led by Rev. Rachel 10am until Noon. Please pre-register by emailing rachel@trinitysummerside.ca by Friday, August 22nd. Enjoy air-conditioned comfort with your Trinity friends while you learn!
Then Let Us Sing: Hooray! The new hymn resource, Then Let Us Sing, is now available in book form. We will be ordering these books. You may wish to donate a copy in memory of a loved one. You may consider donating one or two for the choir or for pew use. (Or one for yourself) Please let the office know if you would like to make a donation to support the music ministry at Trinity United Church in Summerside. The books are approximately $35 per copy.
Also: During the summer you are all invited to join the choir when you attend the service. Invite a friend to try out the choir loft!! The summer service music will all be from Voices United.
PEI Pride Parade Support: Trinity-Clifton United Church and St. Paul’s Anglican Church (both of Charlottetown) invite other Churches to join us in the Pride Parade on Saturday July 26th. Parade starts at 11:00. After the Parade everyone is invited to Trinity for hot dogs and rainbow cupcakes. The BBQ is sponsored by the Outreach & Service Committee of Trinity-Clifton United Church
Bottles & Cans Fundraiser: Your dropped off recyclables earned $529.20 for the food box program compared to $388.90 in 2022! Fantastic! Want to participate in 2024 489.45? Just drop off your bottles and cans to Don’s Bottle Exchange and let them know that it’s on behalf of Trinity United Church. They take care of the rest! Thank you for supporting our food box campaign in this way.
People’s Cemetery: The People’s Cemetery is a non-profit organization supported by Central Street Christian Church, Summerside Baptist Church, Summerside Presbyterian Church, and Trinity United Church. If you wish to support the cemetery monetarily, donations to the above churches (to the attention of Summerside Cemetery Company) or mailed directly to Summerside Cemetery Company, PO Box 1301, Summerside C1N 4K2 are welcomed.
The business office is open Tuesday-Friday 8:30am-3:30pm
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Rev. Rachel Campbell M.Div, M.A Coordinating Minister rachel@trinitysummerside.ca
Rev. David H. Hamilton, “Minister Emeritus”
Louise Elder, Director of Music music@trinitysummerside.ca
Peggy Miles, Communications Coordinator peggy@trinitysummerside.ca
Karen MacLean, Superintendent of Jr Church & Youth (returning for Sept – contact office)
Addison Brazil, Summer Student (contact office)
Joyce Hazard, Administrative Assistant admin@trinitysummerside.ca
Amand Arsenault, Custodian (contact office)