Worship Blog
From the Devastation of a Wildfire, A Community Embraces Hope Together
As wildfires devastated surrounding communities, Rev. Keri Wehlander of Oasis United Church, in Penticton B.C. saw the best in people emerge to support their neighbours
Learning Sign Language Together, to Worship as One
When Emmanuel United began using ASL in worship, drawing in Deaf neighbours, the time came to invite the whole congregation to learn to sign
Everyday Is Earth Day at Asian Rural Institute
In Rev. Won Hur's visit to ARI in rural Japan, he saw a true demonstration of how to live with respect in Creation
Where Are the Children?
One rural community minister’s novel approach to establishing a new youth ministry, and the lessons learned in the process
We Are Neighbours for Each Other
For rural communities of faith like Trinity United Church in Iroquois Falls, being a good neighbour means showing up with humble generosity for those in need.
Table Church: A Small and Nimble Possibility
Table Church’s worship kits of songs, prayers, and reflections are the result of Rev. Dr. Catherine Smith's long-held faith in the power and gifts of the small and local.
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.
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
How Trinity United Church Unites Its Rural Community
The robust community of faith is a town hub, hosting a food bank, community lunches, and more for 3,500-resident Capreol, Ontario
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.