Trinity Episcopal Church

Bend, Oregon

The Sunday's Bulletins and livestream links are near the bottom of the email!

The February Trumpet is ready – scroll down to see what’s new this month!

Adult Forum: The Ten Commandments: Laws of the Heart – For the coming months, gather in Brooks Hall at 9:00 AM for conversations on "The Ten Commandments." (Due to time-constraints, we will try to start no later than 9:05 AM.) Elizabeth WJ+ will facilitate this video and discussion series in which “Joan Chittister, OSB offers an honest and refreshing approach to the Ten Commandments… She invites us to think deeply about the moral fibers of our society and presents the idea that the Ten Commandments are an adventure in human growth – that we are not so much convicted by them as we are transformed by them.”  

Congratulations to our Newly Elected Vestry and Wardens:

Rusty Merritt

Karly Nash

Stephanie Wood

Adrienne Garrison, Senior Warden

Lauren Thomas, Junior Warden

Gracious thanks for all who stood for election, including Jill Burkert, Fred Koch and Hayden Price. And thanks to all who have served and rolled on the vestry: Todd Cary, Rich Cedros, Valerie Pharr and Tom Lowery, Junior Warden. And many thanks to all who participated, spoke and made possible our Annual Meeting and lunch.

On Deck with TEAC, Trinity Episcopal Action Coalition:

Preserving Democracy Sunday February 1 11:30 AM, Downstairs Classroom

Creation Care Wednesday February 4 3 PM, Downstairs Classroom

Creation Care: Blue-Bag Recycling to Support Family Kitchen: Support Family Kitchen by donating deposit-bearing cans and bottles via the Blue Bag program. Blue Bags with the Family Kitchen QR code are available in the church office. Contact: Ken Wilkins

Red Wagon Ministry & Milk Money Bottles: Place non-perishable food items in Red Wagons at the entries of our worship spaces. Drop some change/cash in our Milk Money Bottles to help fund milk for Family Kitchen diners. Contact: Mary Keath.

February is Black History:  This is a time when we pause to reflect on the central role of African Americans in U.S. history, acknowledging their struggles, achievements, and contributions across various fields, including politics, science, culture and civil rights. Setting aside this month aims to educate the public about the rich history and culture of African Americans. This would be an ideal time for those of us in Central Oregon to search out and participate in local events that honor and inform us about our African American Neighbors.

All are invited to participate in the Annual COCC “Season of Nonviolence Book Group” The book Group will meet on Thursdays through February in the Fireside Room. This year’s book is Ijeoma Oluo’s Be a Revolution: How Everyday People Are Fighting Oppression and Changing the World - And How You Can, Too. At our first meeting, we will discuss the Introduction, Author’s Note, and the first chapter: “Punishment, Accountability, and Abolition."  To register or for more info: CONTACT Betsy Warriner.

Mark your calendars:

Tues, Feb 17, 5:30 PM -- Shrove Tuesday Pancake Supper

6:45 PM – “Eve of Ash Wednesday Service”

Wed, Feb 18, Noon & 6:00 PM – Ash Wednesday            

Holy Eucharist with Imposition of Ashes

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Sunday, March 1 at 9 AM

Bishop Pat’s Final Visitation at Trinity:

With a last-minute change in plans, Bishop Pat will make his final visit to us here at Trinity on Sunday, March 1 at ONE, combined service at 9 AM followed by a festive Farewell reception and photo ops with the Bishop. 

Even being the First Sunday in Lent, we will offer Baptism, Confirmation, Reception and Reaffirmation of Baptismal Vows, should any so desire. We don’t have time for a full-blown class. However, if you desire Baptism for your child or yourself or would like to engage in any of the other sacramental rites associated with Baptism mentioned above, I am open to having one-on-one sessions or even a small group class to delve, however briefly, into the Book of Common Prayer and the ins and outs of the Episcopal Church. (Note: We do not know when our next Bishop’s Visit may be. So, now is a good time for the laying on of hands, to get your name in the church rolls and to take a new step on your spiritual journey.) Interested or curious? Contact Elizabeth WJ+ as soon as possible.

Did you know Trinity has a Durable Medical Equipment (DME) Closet? It’s stocked with items like walkers, wheelchairs, and bathroom safety equipment available for anyone who needs them. Our DME Closet has three shower benches/chairs in inventory, however our records show that only one is currently signed out. If you happen to have one of these items, please contact Connie McCracken.

Land Acknowledgment: Trinity Episcopal Church acknowledges that we gather on the ancestral homelands of the Paiute, Wasq'u (Wasco) and Tana'nma (Warm Springs) people, who are still here, and we honor with gratitude the land itself and the life of all the tribes who dwelled on this land. 

This week Services

Fourth Sunday after the Epiphany

February 1, 2026

Holy Eucharist 8 AM, Trinity

Adult Forum 9 AM, Brooks Hall

Holy Eucharist 10 AM, St. Helens

Godly Play 10 AM, SHH Classroom

Coffee Hour 11:15 AM, Brooks Hall

BYC (Bend Youth Collective) 4 PM, Bend UMC

The service is livestreamed for those unable to attend.

here is the link for our Facebook page for live streaming

Here is the link for the YouTube live Stream

Here is the worship bulletin for the 10 AM service

Here are the Trinity Announcements

Use the link below to submit a prayer request, please get the person's permission before adding them.

The February issue of the Trinity Trumpet is available.

Click the link below to view.

 Prayer Requests, Pastoral Care & Community Resources

Prayer Requests may be submitted by writing names and information on the Prayer Request sheet at the entrance of the church or contact Kelly in the parish office, 541-382-5542, admin@trinitybend.org. Please, honor people’s privacy and ask permission to add people to the public prayer list by name. If folks prefer not to be named aloud, they may be added to the intercessory prayer list and will be kept confidential. Or they may be added by first name only.

For Pastoral Care visits or meals, if you are ill or going to be hospitalized, Contact Pat Croll, Chair of our Pastoral Care Team.

For Eucharistic Visits, if you are unable to attend church in person on regular basis and desire Home Communion, Contact Mary Keath, chair of our Lay Eucharistic Visitor Team.

For Community Resources on age-related issues, moving, long-term insurance, caregiving, etc. Contact our Care Specialist Jeanne Merritt, 541-782-8377 or Kelly in the parish office, 541-382-5542, admin@trinitybend.org

REMINDER: BEWARE OF EMAIL SCAMS

We remind you that nobody at church – whether clergy or another member – will send vague emails or text messages, asking you to contact them and/or asking you to buy gift cards for them. Please do not open them or reply. If you ever receive something that seems suspicious, act on your suspicions and call the office.