Worship
World AIDS Day
Dec. 1 is a day set apart to pray for and raise awareness for those impacted by HIV/AIDS. The World Council of Churches provides a service of prayer for this day: https://www.oikoumene.org/resources/documents/world-aids-day-2022-order-of-prayer. We especially use this day to pray for the children and adults who are part of the Kids in Cameroon program in our global companion church in Cameroon. A prayer from the MNO Synod Global Mission Committee: Life-giving God, today, on World AIDS day, we remember our sisters and brothers impacted by or suffering from HIV and AIDS. We ask your healing presence on millions of people living with the […]
Campus Advent Service–UofM
Join students and others from the UofM community in a brief service of Advent/Christmas carols and readings, co-ordinated by UofM Spiritual Care chaplains and hosted at St. John's College. Open to University of Manitoba students, staff and faculty. Refreshments provided.
Week of Prayer for Christian Unity
The 2023 theme of the Week of Prayer for Christian Unity, chosen by the Minnesota Council of Churches (USA), is "Do good; seek justice." Based on Isaiah 12:1-17, the international theme and materials call Christians to recognize that the divisions between our churches and confessions cannot be separated from the divisions within the wider human family. Various resources for worship, Bible study, and more are now available when you click here. Additional resources available here: WPCU Info 2023 Winnipeg Sample bulletin inserts to share information in your congregations: Bulletin Inserts WPCU 2023
Global Mission Sunday
This is a Sunday set apart by the ELCIC for intentional learning and prayer for the global church--especially our global companion relationships. The MNO Synod has a global companion relationship with the Evangelical Lutheran Church in Cameroon. Resources are provided by the ELCIC for congregations to use during worship on this or any other Sunday with an intentional focus on global companions. The MNO Synod Global Companion Committee especially invites congregations to include the church in Cameroon in your prayers on the Sunday closest to Feb. 11, which is Youth Day in Cameroon.
Diaconal Sunday
This is a Sunday set apart for congregations to celebrate, learn about, and pray for the ministry of deacons and diakonia in the church. Learn more: https://elcic.ca/diaconal-sunday/
Area Synod Youth Service–intergenerational fun day
The next area synod youth event will be on Sunday, March 12, from 4:00-6:00 at Faith Lutheran Church in Winnipeg. The first hour will be games that are organized and led by youth, followed by a time of worship led by Prairie Fire. This event will be an intergenerational/family event...children and their adults are invited/welcome to attend. Older adults who care about youth but maybe no longer have youth of their own are also welcome to attend. As we continue to rebuild and invite participation, this is a great opportunity to invite those who may not yet have an experience of 'mno synod youth events' […]
Easter Vigil Service–St. John’s College
With the Diocese of Ruperts Land, St. John's College is hosting an Easter Vigil service on Saturday, April 8 at 4:30, which will include the baptism and confirmation of two St. John's College students. The Daily Bread will provide a reception following the service. There are opportunities for volunteers to be involved in the service in the following ways: 1) Pray for the two students as they continue to prepare. 2) Volunteer as readers 3) volunteer as communion assistants 4) Volunteer ushers 5) musicians Anyone interested in being involved in the service can contact St. John's College chaplain, Rev. Helen Holbrook […]
Taize Service at UM–Șt. John’s College Chapel
University of ManitobaA service of prayer, silence, and music. A time for reflection and restoration. Taize. Wednesday, April 26th at 3:30 St. John's College Chapel University of Manitoba
Area Synod Youth Service and CLAY information meeting
This month's youth service will include an information meeting for leaders going to CLAY and/or the MNO Synod bus trip. Location: Messiah Lutheran Church (400 Rouge Rd, Winnipeg). Agenda: Worship (4:00) led by Prairie Fire, followed by food (Suggested $5 donation for food) and fun for youth while leaders meet for an information meeting.
MNO Synod Youth Service
Good Shepherd Lutheran Church 106 Sawchuck St, St. Andrews, Manitoba, CanadaKick off the 2023-2024 school year with a climate care service with youth (grade 7-12) from Winnipeg and surrounding areas. This service will centre on the theme of caring for creation, and will include an advocacy action of folding paper (origami-style) into simple shapes representing various endangered animals. Instructions will be provided. Surrounded by readings, prayers and music, write your commitments and concerns related to the climate on a paper and fold it into a simple shape representing an endangered species (instructions provided. No experience required) to be sent to decision makers as advocacy and action.
Campus Ministry–Taize Service at St. John’s College
A brief service in the style of Taize for University of Manitoba students, staff, and faculty. Co-ordinated by St. John's College and St. Paul's College. Held in the St. John's College Chapel.
