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Response from Conseil régional Nakonha:ka Regional Council (covering the province of Quebec) of the United Church of Canada to the consultation on compliance with the principles of the law on state secularism and religious influences (translated from the original submission in French)
In the constitution of a democratic state, for us, the fundamental principle is the guarantee of freedom of conscience and freedom of expression for all citizens. The concept of secularism is a means of ensuring these freedoms. It should not limit them more than...
The Cross on the Camino Lebaniego-A Message from Rev. Éric-Hébert-Daly
As I walked the Camino del Norte about three weeks into my journey, I was a little ahead of my projected schedule. I had previously read about the Camino Lebaniego which split off from the del Norte and traveled four days south through the Picos de Europa and takes...
A message from Rev. Éric Hébert-Daly
Friends in Christ, We are currently in the midst of a Federal Election Campaign. As we all discern the future of Canada through the decisions we will be making, it is important for us to find a way to be prophetic and pastoral in this time. There are some who would...
“We are Pilgrims on a Journey: A Lenten Message from Rev. Éric Hébert-Daly”
As the church looks back on 100 years and looks forward at the next ten, there are some stark realities we are facing. There is grief and frustration, anxiety and a feeling of helplessness. I am reminded of when Mary and Martha bemoan Jesus’ delay at the bedside of...
About Us
Conseil régional Nakonha:ka Regional Council incorporates communities of faith and outreach ministries from the former Consistoire Laurentien and Consistoire du Quebec Presbytery of The United Church of Canada.
The multilingual nature of our region is an integral part of our identity. In addition to English and French, the primary languages spoken in communities of faith across the region include Mohawk, Spanish, German, Italian, Japanese (including Urdu in worship), Armenian, Hungarian, and Korean.
Events
A prayer for International Women's Day by our own Rev. Adedeji Akintayo. ![]()
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A Prayer for Women on International Women’s Day
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On International Women’s Day, we gather in gratitude for the gift of women.
This past Sunday, at Rev. Florence Bukam's covenanting, I passed on to her a stole first worn by my step-dad, Rev. Dr. Jack Nield, then by my mum, Rev. Janet Nield. This is the first stole Jack ever bought for himself, in the early 70's, and he wore it throughout his 40+ years in ministry in The United Church of Canada. ![]()
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The covenanting was between Rev. Florence, Mission Protestante Francophone de Montréal, and the Conseil régional Nakonha:ka, and took place in historic Westmount Park United Church, where Florence's community of faith shares space with the founding congregation. We were all so blessed to have Rev. Éric Hébert-Daly, our executive minister, presiding and preaching.![]()
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As I said in my earlier post, we prayed, we sang, and we danced, to celebrate Florence, the community, and the past and the future of our United Church of Canada! Dieu est bon, tout le temps!
Vous êtes cordialement invités à notre réunion en ligne du mois de mars, qui aura lieu le vendredi 20 et le samedi 21 mars.![]()
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Outre les questions habituelles, nous explorerons également certains aspects du ministère dans notre région du monde et dans notre contexte. Comme nous ne nous réunissons que trois fois par an, c'est une occasion importante de nous connecter avec l'Église au sens large.![]()
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Le contexte est primordial. La manière par laquelle nous exerçons notre ministère, nous parlons aux gens, nous nous organisons. Dieu ne cesse pas de nous parler lorsque notre contexte change. Dieu continue de frapper à la porte et notre capacité à répondre de manière adaptée au contexte est essentielle. Au Québec, nous sommes confrontés à des pressions constantes en faveur de la sécularisation.![]()
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Il est difficile de parler des bienfaits de l'Église. Que pouvons-nous apprendre de notre contexte et comment le ministère peut-il rester pertinent dans notre contexte actuel ? Alors que nous passons officiellement en revue le travail que nous avons accompli au cours de l'année écoulée et que nous examinons notre structure, nous en apprendrons également davantage sur la manière dont la loi affecte notre travail et sur la manière dont nous pouvons répondre aux besoins du monde. Nous continuons à apprendre comment répondre lorsque l'amour frappe à notre porte.![]()
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Vendredi soir, sur Zoom, de 18h30 à 21h, nous nous concentrerons sur le rapport du président, le rapport du ministre exécutif, les changements de gouvernance et la restructuration de la direction.![]()
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Samedi matin, sur Zoom, de 8h45 à 12h30, nous nous pencherons sur l'enseignement autochtone, le projet de loi 9 et l'enquête Finding Faith.![]()
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Vous pouvez vous inscrire ici: nakonhakaucc.ca/fr/evenement/assemblee-generale-annuelle-en-ligne-du-conseil-regional-nakonhaka-l...
You are cordially invited to our March meeting online, Friday March 20th and Saturday March 21st.![]()
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Apart from regular business, we will also be exploring some aspects of what ministry looks like in our part of the world and in our context. Since we come together only three times a year, this is an important opportunity to be connected with the wider church.![]()
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Context is everything. How we do ministry, how we speak to people, how we organize ourselves. God doesn’t stop speaking to us when our context changes. God is still knocking at the door and our ability to respond in a way that is contextual is key. In Quebec we face continued pressures to secularize.![]()
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Conversations about the benefits of church are a challenge. What can we learn about our context and how does ministry stay relevant in our context today. As we formally review the work we’ve done over the last year and examine our structure, we will also be learning more about how the law is affecting our work and how we might respond to the needs of the world. We continue to learn how to answer when love knocks.![]()
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On Friday evening, on Zoom, from 6:30pm to 9pm, we will focus on the president's report, the executive minister's report, governance changes, and executive restructuring.![]()
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Saturday morning, on Zoom, from 8:45 am to 12:30pm, we will turn ourselves to Indigenous teaching, Bill 9, and Finding Faith Survey.![]()
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You can register here: nakonhakaucc.ca/event/online-agm-march-2026/
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Mountainside United Church community of faith is looking for a part-time office administrator 14 hours per week. The optimal schedule would be Wednesday, Thursday and Friday (10-3). The schedule could be over 3 or 4 days but all day Friday is essential.![]()
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This is an in-person position at an office at the Presbyterian College (3495 University) next to McGill University easily accessible by public transit. ![]()
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The salary is $22.19/hour + benefits. Two years of office experience (or other relevant experience) is requested with experience working with standard office equipment and printers.![]()
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A successful candidate should be capable of producing each week a multi page booklet (worship bulletin), sometimes with pictures, using Word. ![]()
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Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word), Excel and Zoom is necessary. Proficiency in English is essential (oral and written). ![]()
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Knowledge of French would be helpful but not required. Efficient typing, effective interpersonal and organizational skills and ability to work alone are required.![]()
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Daily tasks include: answering the phone and email, communicating by phone and email with other staff, volunteers and members and keeping printed reports/files up to date. If there is a funeral, an extra worship bulletin may be needed (extra hours). ![]()
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Other tasks involved are producing a monthly newsletter, an annual report and updating our website. Knowledge of basic bookkeeping would be an asset. Interest in Social Media in view of helping our congregation to grow would be helpful though not a current requirement. ![]()
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Position to start April 1, 2026 for a 1 year period with the possibility of extension. There would be a 3 month probation period. No holiday can be taken during Advent or prior to Easter as these are our busiest times.![]()
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A training period (over 3-4 weeks) will be provided.![]()
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Please send your CV to Lynne Dawson ldawson_2002@yahoo.com
You're invited to watch Kitchen Conversations with the Moderator. It is a 6-part video series that introduces the new Moderator in a warm, accessible way while promoting the Lent devotional Bless, Break, Share, and reinforcing the vision of Toward 2035. Episodes centre on storytelling, food, and faith, and lift up our shared values of Deep Spirituality, Bold Discipleship, and Daring Justice. ![]()
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Watch a Promo: youtu.be/0c7gF38L8d8?si=C6IJaiwxL_rnomuW![]()
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• Episodes launch February 17 and drop weekly on Sundays through Lent ![]()
• Available at no cost on the Kitchen Conversations webpage and The United Church of Canada YouTube channel ![]()
• Filmed in real United Church kitchens, with recipes including selections from Bless, Break, Share ![]()
• This is not a Lenten study (and is separate from the CHURCHx study led by Rev. Dr. Christine Jerrett, beginning Feb. 24) ![]()
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You can find more information here: united-church.ca/community-and-faith/organization-and-governance/moderator/right-rev-dr-kimberly-...
United Church of Canada
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- Toward 2035 Survey Launches Nationwide March 9, 2026The United Church of Canada is launching the Toward 2035 Survey, the first churchwide survey designed to better understand how the Toward 2035 framework is being received across the denomination.
- Moderator's PIE Day Message 2026 March 9, 2026In her National Affirming/PIE Day message, Moderator Kimberly Heath asks us to craft community through art, faith, and imagination made visible.
- United Church Expresses Grave Concerns over Military Attacks Against Iran February 28, 2026The United Church of Canada offers prayer and amplifies the call of the World Council of Churches for an end of military action and respect of international law, as US supports Israeli attacks… continue reading
- Kitchissippi United Welcomes 105 New United Church Members at Special Service February 20, 2026105 new United Church members joined through God's Beloved, a quickly growing community of LGBTQIA+ African refugees and immigrants led by Rev. Daniel Addai Fobi
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