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

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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.

Aerial view of a northern Canadian lake with fall colours.

Update: Pastors Retreat—Respite and Reflection

Published On: August 9, 2024

MandS 2024: September 29. Thanks to your expression of compassion through Mission and Service, the Pastors Retreat will happen.

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Two elderly Inuinnait women laugh along with a younger woman.

Inuinnaqtun Language Revival Group

Published On: August 9, 2024

MandS 2024: September 22. Your compassionate gifts through Mission and Service are supporting programs that help preserve language and culture.

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An elderly woman holding a Newfoundland flag poses with a young woman.

A Journey of Faith and Peace

Published On: August 9, 2024

MandS 2024: September 15. Your generosity through Mission and Service supports ecumenical initiatives like the Minority Youth Forum. Thank you.

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A group of children hold a large rainbow-coloured sail over them.

It Starts with Education

Published On: August 9, 2024

MandS 2024: September 8. By supporting educational initiatives, individuals are empowered to explore their spirituality, deepen their knowledge, and build a better future for themselves and their communities.

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Children surround a camp counsellor with paintbrushes, painting her.

Moments of Connection

Published On: August 9, 2024

MandS 2024: September 1. Your support of Mission and Service allows children to continue connecting in nature at United Church camps. Thank you.

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Exterior shot of a church seen against a mountain with a sign in front saying Waterton United Church

Church Offers Unique Ministry in National Park

Published On: July 11, 2024

MandS 2024: August 25. Your gifts through Mission and Service help Waterton United Church remain open year-round.

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Nothing Can Hold Us Back

Published On: July 11, 2024

MandS 2024: August 18. Audacious Hope was the first-ever collaborative youth event by The United Church of Canada and The Presbyterian Church in Canada.

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Eleven young people sit on steps smiling and waving at the camera

Minority Youth Forum: The Power of Bringing Youth Together

Published On: July 11, 2024

MandS 2024: August 11. Your generosity through Mission and Service helps programs like the Minority Youth Forum in Japan that inspire peace and learning.

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Group of smiling children make the peace sign with their hands

Building Community through an Afterschool Program

Published On: July 11, 2024

MandS 2024: August 4. Your gifts through Mission and Service support the Tomken Grove Afterschool Program and programs like it as they encourage community and connection. Thank you.

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Three young Muslim girls sit around a table discussing their homework.

Facing an Uncertain Future in Lebanon

Published On: June 19, 2024

MandS 2024: July 28. The Middle East Council of Churches (MECC) assists Lebanese students and Syrian refugees ages 8‒13 with tuition and fees to secure their education.

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