Registration is now open for 2 exciting stewardship courses. Both of these courses are offered on the CHURCHx platform. If you are new to CHURCHx and have questions, please get in touch with Roger Janes (rjanes@united-church.ca ). Getting Started in Stewardship – October 8th - two options – 4 pm or 6:30 pm start (Eastern Time). This webinar will be offered again on November 20th. Come on your own, or come with a team and join United Church people from across the country to learn some...
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Church Administrator (Cedar Park United Church) Due to retirement, Cedar Park United in Pointe-Claire is looking to fill the position of Church Administrator. For further information, please visit https://cedarparkunited.org/hiring. Administrative Assistant (Montreal West United Church) - 4 hours/day, 5 days per week Montreal West United Church is seeking an administrative assistant. Download job description: MWUC Admin Assistant 2024_ Job Description Camp Director (Camp Quin-Mo-Lac) Camp...
As many will have heard, my decision to walk the Camino was rooted in a need to strengthen my ‘solitude muscles’ and to find balance with my normal extraverted tendencies. During my process to becoming a minister, the psychologist who did my assessment qualified me as a ‘galloping extrovert’ beyond anyone he had met in his 40 years of service. He warned me of the importance to develop some resilience in times of solitude. The Camino seemed like the right place to hone these skills when it came...
Something to ponder I recently had the pleasure of meeting Claudia Sescu from the Ivirtivik Centre. The Center aims to empower the Inuit community by providing education, skills enhancement, and assistance in finding work. The Ivirtivik Centre was founded with the objective of enhancing the socio-economic circumstances of the Inuit community. It has emerged as a symbol of optimism and potential for those who aspire to enhance their lives and communities. The Ivirtivik Centre adopts a...
AWARDS - PRIX Congratulations to 2 MCM board members: Ade Sunday Akintayo who was named a 2024 CBC BLACK CHANGEMAKER. This award celebrates and amplifies the voices of black individuals from diverse fields. In addition to his work on the MCM board, Ade is involved with the Beaconsfield United and Riverside United refugee integration and support programs as well as studying for ordained ministry - and publishing his first book! Ade’s tireless work on behalf of newcomers is inspiring and...
Rev. Sally Meyers just called to ask if we can post the Surete du Quebec missing information poster for Kelsey Watt with a request for prayers for the family. The FB post gives more details about what to do and not to do, and also that fridges are full because of the generosity of the community, so food is not needed, just prayers. Kelsey has grown up in the Hemmingford UC, singing as an angel for Christmas Pageants etc, and is the daughter of LLWL Debbie Beattie who is well known for her...
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- Elders Have Set a Path Forward for the Indigenous Church December 2, 2024The National Indigenous Spiritual Gathering met in Winnipeg from November 29 through December 2 for a time of discussion, reflection, and prayer.
- Rainbow Steps Vandalized After Inclusive Public Hymn Sing December 2, 2024A candlelight vigil on December 1 responded to vandalism of the rainbow steps at an Affirming church in Brighton, Ontario, shortly after the regional council held an inclusive hymn sing on those same…
- Join the Advocacy for Human Rights in the Philippines December 2, 2024The United Church urges Canada to support peace talks in the Philippines, end military cooperation fueling human rights abuses, and prioritize justice. Join us: Sign the petition for peace and…
- NISG to Create Framework to Help the Indigenous Church Move Forward November 28, 2024National Indigenous Spiritual Gathering (NISG) to meet in Winnipeg November 29 to December 1, 2024, to build a shared understanding of leadership and governance.
- Moderator’s Advent Message 2024 November 21, 2024In her Advent message, Moderator Carmen Lansdowne reflects on how the Christ child was not born in luxury, but had loving parents and God’s grace. This love is what we hope for with all of those in…