A teenager holds a slice of orange in the shape of a smile in front of her mouth.

Learning the Gospel at Camp

Published On: June 9, 2023

YGM 2023: July 30. Without the generosity of supporters, children who attend camp wouldn’t be able to have such affirming and defining experiences. Your gifts through Mission and Service are deeply appreciated.

continue reading
City skyline

Ecumenical Youth Leadership Development Program

Published On: June 9, 2023

YGM 2023: July 23. In partnership with Mission and Service, the Zimbabwe Council of Churches hosts an annual youth leadership development program to increase young people’s knowledge and skills as active citizens.

continue reading
A smiling young woman wearing white stands against a backdrop of palm trees.

A Declaration to Be Involved in Decision Making

Published On: June 9, 2023

YGM 2023: July 16. Your gifts to Mission and Service help youth, like Selina in Zimbabwe, advocate to have their voices heard. Thank you.

continue reading
A young woman wearing a black top smiles at the camera against the scene of a lawn and trees.

Inspiring Generations to Lead

Published On: June 9, 2023

YGM 2023: July 2. Eunice is one of the students who received a scholarship from The United Church of Canada’s partnership with the United Theological Seminary in Zimbabwe. Your Mission and Service gifts empower young women like Eunice as they grow to become leaders for the future. Thank you.

continue reading
Text saying OHIATONHSERATOKÉNTI THE HOLY BIBLE IN MOHAWK in a white box against a photo of a river

Preserving Language through the Mohawk Language Bible

Published On: May 11, 2023

YGM 2023: June 11. The much-anticipated Mohawk Language Bible will be available in fall 2023. Your gifts to Mission and Service allow projects to preserve language and culture to flourish.

continue reading

Affirming that Gender and Sexuality Are Gifts from God

Published On: April 13, 2023

YGM 2023: May 28. Your Mission & Service gifts help support events that provide safe spaces for activists and Two Spirit or LGBTQIA+ folks to share their personal and collective struggles and gains.

continue reading
Person canoeing on a lake is silhouetted against the sunset sky.

Rainbow Camp Welcomes 2SLGBTQIA+ Young People and Allies

Published On: April 13, 2023

YGM 2023: May 21. Rainbow Camp has welcomed young people of all sexual identities since 2012. From the beginning, Mission & Service has supported Welcome Friend Association, which runs the camp.

continue reading
A woman holds up a pro-LGBTQ sign beside the words United against Hate.

Moving Forward Together: United against Hate

Published On: April 13, 2023

YGM 2023: May 14. In the face of an alarming increase in violence and misinformation against transgender folks and drag artists, the United against Hate webinar provided ways to support community events that regularly face protests and barriers.

continue reading
Several people hold signs urging a guaranteed livable income.

Lenten Actions for Guaranteed Livable Income Stretch across Canada

Published On: April 6, 2023

On March 24‒26, United Church guaranteed livable income supporters held actions and vigils across the country. Here’s a quick cross-country update.

continue reading

Stepping into an Intercultural Future

Published On: March 21, 2023

Bedford United Church lives out the church's Call and Vision through intercultural engagements.

continue reading