Perspectives
Respect & Kanoronhkwátshera News – February 14, 2024
Something to ponder The horrifying reality of violence against women, both Indigenous and non-Indigenous, casts a long shadow over the conscience of Canada's diverse society. Here, I wish to highlight the particular difficulties encountered by Indigenous women as well...
REM Reflection: Faith is a communal experience (bilingue)
God, Goodness, Lord of all, may the humble meditations of my heart and the reflections of Christ’s disciples gathered here, be acceptable to you. And may your corrective whispers in our ears help us hear your voice instead of our own desires. Souffle ton esprit parmi...
NEW IN 2024! Rosemary Lambie Fund for Learning: Respecting our Indigenous Neighbours
Conseil régional Nakonha:ka Regional Council is thrilled to announce the creation of a new fund to honour the faithful service of the Reverend Rosemary Lambie for many years with Presbytery, Conference and finally as Executive Minister of Regional Council and her...
Learning Session about Grants – February 5 at 7 pm (online)
Looking for ways to help your community of faith's projects and ministries to thrive? Join us online on February 5, 2024 at 7 pm to learn how ministries within Conseil règional Nakonha:ka Regional Council can apply for grants and funding. Learn more:...
Important information about manses and UHT reporting
Manses are subject to UHT (Under Utilized Housing Tax) reporting The United Church of Canada has submitted a formal appeal to the CRA on this topic and has been denied. A broadcast email will go out in early February to Treasurers and ChurchHub primary contacts....
News from Montreal City Mission (2024-01-31)
Solutions Justes Solutions This year we celebrate the 20th anniversary of our legal clinic Just Solutions. And to underline that important milestone, we will be hosting a celebration in April - stay tuned for the date! – and a communications campaign to raise...
Respect & Kanoronhkwátshera News – January 31, 2024
Something to ponder The importance of education in the continuous effort to create a just and equitable society cannot be understated. It acts as a potent force and catalyst for social change, especially in the area of social justice, which is the main focus of...
Stewardship News – January 2024
Called to Be the Church: The Journey When you are ready to make good stewardship a core part of your community of faith, we are here to help. Each course below has a specific focus, enabling you to set goals, create a plan, and be successful, including both...
Respect & Kanoronhkwátshera News – January 2024
The goal of Respect & Kanoronhkwátshera is to emphasise Indigenous justice activities while facilitating contact between Indigenous and non-Indigenous organisations. We will target urgent concerns including housing, food security, child welfare, healthcare, and...
Letter from Rev. Ian Smith: GriefRadio
I am (Rev.) Ian Smith, a retired, ordained United Church of Canada clergy person, living in a small town just east of Ottawa, Ontario, Canada (within the bounds of the Eastern Ontario Outaouais Region Council. I am also a member of the Association for Death Education...