Mission and Service Stories (formerly Minutes for Mission)

Meet United Church generosity in action through stories you can share in person or on social media.

Credit: Simon Chambers/ACT Alliance

Mission and Service Stories (formerly called Minutes for Mission) are for sharing with our faithful supporters to show them the amazing work their gifts make possible. These stories can be used in services, in newsletters, and in face-to-face conversations. The more they're shared, the more people will understand just how life-changing Mission and Service is! To see videos of some of the work visit our YouTube channel.

A volunteer and camper at Pearce Williams Summer Camp Retreat

Belonging without Barriers

Published On: April 20, 2026

MandS 2026: May 31. At Pearce Williams Summer Camp & Retreat Facility, inclusion is part of the foundation.

A group participants and staff at the Northern Ministers Retreat

The Work of Compassion

Published On: April 20, 2026

MandS 2026: May 24. When we give, we remind Northern Indigenous ministers that they are not alone.

The Work of Water

Published On: April 20, 2026

MandS 2026: May 17. Cordillera People’s Alliance is working alongside residents of Am-am and Madalipey to provide a more secure future.

Held in Hope

Published On: April 20, 2026

MandS 2026: May 10. On Mother’s Day, we remember the strength of mothers everywhere, and the importance of supporting that strength in return.

A volunteer and client at Carlington Community Connection

Healthy Food, Healthy Relationships

Published On: April 20, 2026

MandS 2026: May 3. Volunteers and staff at Carlington Community Connection listen and create space for connection every day.

Room to Speak, Space to Listen

Published On: March 18, 2026

MandS 2026: April 26. When we support Mission and Service, we are helping make spaces like this possible—places where listening leads to hope, and where young people don’t have to face everything alone.

Flowing Beyond the Banks

Published On: March 18, 2026

MandS 2026: April 19. When we give to Mission and Service, we help ensure that churches like Chipman continue to feed, care for, and connect their communities.