Perspectives
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...
Ideas for Summer Family Ministry Week 1: Take-Home Activities
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...
News from Montreal City Mission (May 22, 2024)
Selwyn at MCM MCM hosted a group of Grade 11 students from Selwyn House in April as part of the school’s Community Action Program. A lively discussion occurred between the MCM team about our work with migrants, and the culturally diverse group of students who shared...
Respect & Kanoronhkwátshera News – May 22, 2024
Something to ponder Ensuring that every child has the chance to thrive is crucial when it comes to child welfare. This article explores two important topics: the application of Jordan's Principle to guarantee Indigenous children fair access to services and the...
Stewardship Update from Rev. Roger Janes – May 2024
May Stewardship Update May is PAR Month: Our Philanthropy Staff Team have just created some resources for pastoral charges to create their own Pre-Authorized Remittance campaign this month (or whenever)! Resources include a Step-By-Step Guide to creating your Own Par...
Respect & Kanoronhkwátshera News – May 8, 2024
Something to ponder It is crucial to acknowledge the close relationship that exists between the health of our planet's plant life and indigenous cultures as we unite to mark International Day of Plant Health on May 12. Indigenous peoples have coexisted peacefully with...
United Church Rural Ministry Network – 2024 Annual Report
The United Church Rural Ministry Network (UCRMN) is a national network, that connects electronically sharing stories and news of rural communities across Canada (and around the world), by networking with lay and clergy leaders of rural communities of faith. Find us on...
Summer Employment Opportunities for Youth
2024 Indigenous-Racialized Youth Retreat Please find the link below to apply for the 2024 Indigenous-Racialized Youth Retreat. Please share widely with Indigenous and Racialized youth....