Sharing stories of life, faith, and ministry in the United Church and beyond.
For Black History Month, the Rev. Franklyn James celebrates this month as a commemoration of past achievements and a commitment to ongoing understanding, respect, and…
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Unity and Legacy: Celebrating Black History in Canada and the United Church " href="/blogs/round-table/unity-and-legacy-celebrating-black-history-canada-and-united-church"> A photo of the author, the Rev. Franklyn James.
The Rev. Brenna Baker writes that scenario church budgeting can help us respond with calm and grace to any situation that comes up.
"What If?"" href="/blogs/round-table/what-if"> A planner, open and ready to be written in.
The Rev. Stephen Milton talks about how the representation of the visit of the magi has changed over time… and how it might look in the future.
Advent Unwrapped: The Shape-Shifting Magi" href="/blogs/round-table/advent-unwrapped-shape-shifting-magi"> The shape shifting Magi
As a virtual COP delegate during this Advent season, Lori Neale shares impressions of the climate change conference in Dubai. Who is preparing a path for a new…
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Preparing the Way in the Wilderness: COP28 and Climate Change" href="/blogs/round-table/preparing-way-wilderness-cop28-and-climate-change"> A large group of people walk through an outdoor arch that has Unite. Act. Deliver. printed on it.
Why do we get days off at Christmas?
The Fight for Christmas Vacations" href="/blogs/round-table/fight-christmas-vacations"> The fight for Christmas Vacations
The Rev. Stephen Milton explores how a simple layer of colourful paper adds to the mystery and wonder of Christmas.
Why do we wrap Christmas presents?" href="/blogs/round-table/why-do-we-wrap-christmas-presents"> why do we wrap presents
In a game of volleyball with a group of youth from Madagascar, Cameron Fraser finds that church growth is all about about building trust and friendships.
This is What Growth Looks Like" href="/blogs/round-table/what-growth-looks"> A group of young people from Madagascar playing volleyball in an indoor gym. Cameron Fraser is in the left corner, preparing to hit the ball
Rev. Melody Duncanson Hales writes about Creation Time as a time of heightened awareness, stewardship, and action for the gifts God has given us.
Cherishing Creation" href="/blogs/round-table/cherishing-creation"> An adult woman crouches down next to a young child as they observe a flowing river, surrounded by autumn trees.
Conor Russell shares his recent experience attending Canadian Foodgrains Bank’s Hunger on the Hill, in Ottawa.
Acting for Climate Justice" href="/blogs/round-table/acting-climate-justice"> Hannah, Conor and Skylar acting for Climate Justice
Vicki Nelson writes about creating space to learn about simplicity, generosity, and stewardship.
A Revolution of Generosity and Simplicity" href="/blogs/round-table/revolution-generosity-and-simplicity"> Infant hand