Perspectives
Respect & Kanoronhkwátshera News – July 17, 2024
Something to ponder I had the pleasure to meet with Roger Twance and Christina Apostolakis from Projets Autochtones du Québec, and here is some information about this wonderful organisation as well as ways to contribute to their mission. Projets Autochtones du Québec...
Respect & Kanoronhkwátshera News – July 3, 2024
Something to ponder Manifest Destiny is a concept invented by John O'Sullivan in July-August 1845. It refers to the view that the expansion of the U.S. over the American continents was morally right and bound to happen. Such beliefs have likewise exerted a substantial...
MCM Nouvelles – News – Noticias (July 3, 2024)
Just Solutions celebrates 20 years!20 ans de service-accompagnement de Solutions justes A 90+ crowd of the MCM Community of Friends gathered in May to celebrate 20 years of legal services to the migrant population: community colleagues, lawyers, UCC supporters, MCM...
Feeling the heat? Think “green” this summer
On June 4, the United Church celebrated achieving 502 engagements in the Faithful Footprints program. This represents approximately 20% of all United Church communities of faith, with an almost 24% reduction in national Greenhouse Gas emissions! When we think Growth...
Respect & Kanoronhkwátshera News – June 19, 2024
Something to ponder In order to celebrate National Indigenous History Month, I thought it could be interesting, and inspiring, to give a little taste of the rich and diverse Indigenous culture that is being created in our region. [Small disclaimers: 1. Because a lot...
Ideas for Summer Family Ministry Week 3: Special Events & Encouraging Connections
Not every church has the ability to run a Vacation Bible School during Summer Break, but that doesn’t mean there aren’t other fantastic opportunities for ministry with families in your community. Check-out some of these great ideas from different United churches for...
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY: Camp Director, Camp Quin-Mo-Lac
Camp Quin-Mo-Lac, a United Church camp in southeastern Ontario, is seeking a full time, permanent Camp Director to begin work in the fall of 2024 or earlier — someone who is excited to lead a hardworking and fun-loving team, make a positive difference in the lives of...
Rev. Dr. Phyllis Smyth 60th Anniversary Fund (clinical pastoral and spiritual care)
The Rev. Dr. Phyllis Smyth is a retired ordained minister who spent much of her career developing and improving clinical pastoral care and training, initially in palliative care, and subsequently in all hospital environments. Her work and training have spanned the...
Ideas for Summer Family Ministry Week 2: Intergenerational Worship
Not every church has the ability to run a Vacation Bible School during Summer Break, but that doesn’t mean there aren’t other fantastic opportunities for ministry with families in your community. Check-out some of these great ideas from different United churches for...
Respect & Kanoronhkwátshera News – June 5, 2024
Something to ponder The creation of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission (TRC) in Canada was a significant turning point in the country's endeavor to acknowledge and rectify the deep-seated injustices suffered by Indigenous peoples, especially those who experienced...