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God of Surprises – March 29, 2026

Dearly Beloved, The article below was submitted to a local newspaper, as they had asked. However, the newspaper did not use the full version of the article. Therefore, we are taking this opportunity to share the full article with you. Once again, we are reminded that we can make a difference if we work together in unity and harmony. It does not matter how far or close we are to tragedies of life. I am grateful to my sister, Eleanor Glenn, for having this vision and seeing it through. And grateful to the Trinity United Church congregation, which is always … Read more

Trinity United Church – Minister’s Report 2025 – ACM (Annual Congregational Meeting) 2026

“Since we are joined together in this ministry as a result of the mercy shown to all of us by God, we do not become discouraged.” 2 Corinthians 4:1 – The Voice Dear Trinity United Church, January 5, 2025, was my first Sunday leading worship at Trinity as your new spiritual leader. It was not just Epiphany Sunday, it was also twenty years to the date, Monday, January 5, 2005, when I started my educational journey at Concordia University to go into the ordained ministry stream of the United Church of Canada. My life journey has had many twists and … Read more

Rev. Takouhi’s Reflection… Lent 2026 – Trinity United Church

Dear Trinity United Church, Where did 2025 go? How fast Lent is looming upon us this year? In less than eight weeks after Christmas, Lent begins with Ash Wednesday (Feb. 18, 2026). What is Lent all about? Beloved, over the centuries, Lent has been a time of solemn, quiet time, of giving up indulgences. Like Personal Comforts, Complaining, Chocolate, Sweets and Desserts, Alcohol, Caffeine, Gossiping, Excessive Shopping. In the recent years giving up TV, Social Media, Screen Time, and so much more. However, maybe there is something different to be done at Lent and train us to be more than … Read more

“For Such a Time as This…” Esther 4:14 – May 28, 2022

Dear E.O.O.R.C. Family, On this Mother’s Day, May 8, 2022, I cannot help but think of the amazing Mothering God who is a stunning Parent to all of life. Today, I am trying my best to write to you words that are more than a report, but a reflection on my life story so far, which is but one part of God’s Sacred Story. Every time I hear the words report, reflection, motion, proposal, etc., I get nervous beyond my belief. Where do I begin? Yes, as a minister I write sermons/reflections each week, but there is always that weekly … Read more

God’s Jurisdiction Our Gladness – February 23, 2022

Dear God, You created us for Relationships of Love, Joy and Respect. You delight in us more than words can say, help us delight in you in that same way. We are deaf at times, Help us hear the music of Your Eternal Love, even if there’s nothing playing. Remind us once again that the Joy of the Lord, is our strength. Because You are the fountain of Joy even in despairs of life; our Hope in anguish, and our Light in darkness. Your oil of gladness never runs out, even if life can sometimes bring forth unspeakable losses. We … Read more

You Love Us Fully – Feb. 2, 2022

Holy One, who is Grace and Compassion, Healer and Helper, We surrender ourselves, the world and the entire Creation to Your Love. Tonight, may Your Grace Heal us, Your Compassion Help us. May the broken places of our lives allow your love to sneak in and your light lead our path. You come to us disguised as ourselves and remind us we are favoured more than we can imagine. Your Love is unconditional, dissolving the toxicity and the shame that the world has burdened us with. Tonight, as we sleep, help us hear your voice calling our name and remind … Read more

We Are ALL Part of the Universe

Light in Darkness

It is the Sunday morning worship celebration at Portland United Church – August 6, 2017. While I was sitting on one of the chairs at the pulpit, I sensed a presence that was unexpected – or was it expected? I sensed that the late Councillor of our town, Mr. Doug Good, was present. I know he tragically passed away with his buddy, Mike Carty, this March 10, while I was in El Salvador; and I was not sure why was I having these feelings. I wondered and asked myself, “What is it that has me feeling this way?”. A few … Read more

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