Worship Blog
David's Stone: The Humble Strength of Rural Faith Communities
Rev. Lynne Gardiner tells the story of her call to rural ministry, where simply gathering together is a special moment, and service to the world grows out of community.
100 Words of Hope: Moments of Grace
Reflections on 100 Words of Hope invite you to listen for grace, trust the seasons, and find hope in the sacred ordinary.
100 Words of Hope: Resilient by Grace
The Spirit moves us through change, offering a glimpse into how we live out our faith in real and grounded ways. Together, they tell a story of God's community.
Six Questions for Your Church to Ask Before You Invest in Tech
Technology can be a great way to expand your ministry and stay connected to your congregation, especially for rural communities of faith. Be sure to reflect on your needs before you jump in.
Let’s Really Live “A Place at the Table”
Rev. Sharon Ballantyne invites us to explore how we all have a place at the table.
How to Make Rural Youth Ministry Work? Listen to Youth.
Baz Skinner, First Third Ministry Animator, shares what she’s learned about how to truly welcome youth within our communities of faith by recognizing the radical new world they live in.
Make This Easter a Time of Invitation in Your Community of Faith
It’s time to start thinking about Easter invitation planning. These steps can help develop your culture of invitation and invite friends and neighbours to join you this Easter Sunday.
Together in Partnership—Sumdol Hyanglin Church and The United Church of Canada
Finding hope in the kindness, generosity, and community spirit of the Sumdol Hyanglin church in South Korea.
Antisemitism and Lent
Lent can be a powerful time to repent of Christian anti-Judaism and actively commit to countering antisemitism.
Bold Discipleship Turns Water Into Wine
Cheryl-Ann Stadelbauer-Sampa writes that Bold Discipleship is how our lives become avenues of God’s love and presence in the world.