Worship Blog
Persevere in Your Witness: Dispatches from Chiang Mai, Thailand (Part Two)
At World Communion of Reformed Churches’ 27th General Council, Rev. Dr. Japhet Ndhlovu witnessed a path towards peace, healing, and justice for churches worldwide
What Our Rural Community of Faith Learned from Sponsoring Refugees
For United Church members in Drayton Valley, Alberta, welcoming a Syrian refugee family into the community brought immeasurable rewards well worth the dedication and fundraising required.
Persevere in Your Witness: Dispatches from Chiang Mai, Thailand (Part One)
Rev. Dr. Japhet Ndhlovu reports days of deep justice engagement at World Communion of Reformed Churches’ 27th General Council
A Generous Table
Rev. Melody Duncanson Hales on how understandings of generosity can grow richer when diverse cultures meet and faith is shared at a common table
Growing Leaders and Healing Communities with the Asian Rural Institute
At ARI, your Mission and Service gifts are at work providing leadership training for participants from Sri Lanka, Zambia, Indonesia and more
The Power of Global Commitment to 2S and LGBTQIA+ Justice: GC45 and Beyond
At General Council 45, Mónica Treviño Álvarez of the World Student Christian Federation saw a unified moment of hope and commitment to 2S and LGBTQIA+ justice.
A Workshop for a Transformative, Inclusive Church Rooted in Justice
Jane Thirikwa shares her experience at the “Faith Beyond Borders” regional workshop in Johannesburg, South Africa, where church leaders and LGBTQIA+ persons of faith envisioned a church inclusive and affirming of sexual and gender diversity.
Being a Disciple Today
What is a disciple of Jesus today? What does a disciple look like in the 21st century? A reflection on the topic caused Stéphane Vermette to question some of his earlier assumptions.
Navigating the Difficult Terrain of Ministry in the West
A Zimbabwean United Methodist minister by ordination, Rev. Desire Tiriwepi shares his experience building a vibrant intercultural congregation at St. Paul’s United Church in Thunder Bay.
Looking Back with Gratitude, Looking Ahead with Hope!
Hear from the countless volunteers and groups devoting their time—and opening their doors—to welcome refugees into United Church communities over the past 49 years.