PSUC responds to COVID-19
Although the provincial government has moved to Phase 3, at Prairie Spirit we are finalizing the report from the Ad Hoc Committee prior to making any further changes. The Oversight Council, under the direction of the Prairie to Pine Region, created an Ad Hoc Committee which is developing protocols and procedures for gradual re-opening of Prairie Spirit United Church. Some of our building partners and rental groups have expressed interest in returning and since their numbers are typically under 25, we are making arrangements to accommodate their requests while honouring government direction and our PSUC protocols. Essentially, the building continues to remain closed until further notice. This includes the suspension of in-person worship services and all mid-week groups/meetings.
While our church building is closed, staff will continue working from home. Our minister Rev. Paul DuVal is available. Emails and voice messages are being monitored regularly. To contact the church office, email PrairieSpiritUC@shaw.ca or call 204-832-1000. To leave a voice message, please press 1.
Daily Reflections
We have begun posting a daily reflection on our website. These posts will provide an opportunity for daily reflection and prayer as we look to respond to all that is happening around us. It is important that we draw near to God for wisdom, comfort, and strength and respond as our faith would call us to respond – to be compassionate to those who are suffering or fearful, to be generous to help where we can, and to be discerning and share our faith with those who are looking to God for answers.
Worship Online
This Sunday: In Matthew, Jesus tries to instruct the disciples in the mysteries of God’s realm. The parable of the Sower contains important challenges to disciples about understanding, perseverance, and maturity.
Readings: Psalm 119:105-112; Matthew 13:1-9, 18-23
View Our Worship Service Online
We collectively watch our online worship services together on Sundays at 10:30 am through Facebook, YouTube, and our website. These pre-recorded videos continue to remain available for viewing during the week. Let us know you are watching by commenting along on Facebook and YouTube.
If you are experiencing technical issues, please email PrairieSpiritUC@shaw.ca and we will try to help you.
We hope you all enjoy worship and thank you for joining us to stay connected from home!
View on Facebook: https://bit.ly/3iR9zz5
View on YouTube: https://youtu.be/px4T-R_c9P8
View our Bulletin: https://bit.ly/3fgoS25
Video will premiere Sunday, July 12 at 10:30 am.
Online Coffee Time
This Sunday, grab a cup of coffee and join us at 11 am (after our online worship service) for our Online Coffee Time with video and audio using Jitsi Meet. This is a chance to connect in real time with your PSUC community.
For security reasons, we will not be sharing the link publicly on our website or social media. Please email PrairieSpiritUC@shaw.ca to receive information on how to join.
We look forward to seeing you!
Test Your Technology
If you haven’t used Jitsi Meet before and would like to test your technology ahead of time, please contact PrairieSpiritUC@shaw.ca or call 204-832-1000. To leave a voice message, please press 1.
If you are experiencing technical issues, please email PrairieSpiritUC@shaw.ca and we will try to help you.
Guide for Jitsi Meet
A number of groups at Prairie Spirit are currently using Jitsi Meet to connect virtually. We have created a guide to help you navigate a number of settings. If you would like to receive this guide, please contact PrairieSpiritUC@shaw.ca or call 204-832-1000. To leave a voice message, please press 1.
Prairie Spirit United Church is a newly amalgamated community of faith in St. James, a suburb in the city of Winnipeg.
Our Mission Statement
Prairie Spirit United Church is an inclusive community of faith, walking the path of Jesus as we worship God. We do this by engaging with our community, by offering our gifts to aid where we can, and by telling our faith stories to all generations.
Minister Search
Prairie Spirit United Church is looking to call a minister as our interim period ends. This ministry profile is being prepared to enable us to transition from our current interim ministry to a call for a permanent minister to commence July 1, 2020.
Weekly Update
Prairie Spirit United Church is now using Mailchimp to send a weekly email update as we seek to improve communication within our community of faith.
Upcoming Events
Please note that Sunday worship services and mid-week meetings have been temporarily suspended.
Weekly Bulletin
(Please note the bulletin is made available late Friday afternoon)
