The East Central Ontario Regional Council of The United Church of Canada put its words into action by extending an invitation to the Brighton community to join them in singing songs of inclusion on… continue reading
Regional Council Raises Voices in Song to Make Bold Statement of Inclusion" href="/news/regional-council-raises-voices-song-make-bold-statement-inclusion"> 40 people in front of a church door with rainbow-painted steps.
A statement to support the work and recommendations of the UN Special Rapporteur on the Situation of Human Rights in the Palestinian Territories occupied since 1967, and to uphold the work of the… continue reading
Canada Must Not Undermine the UN’s Work in the Middle East" href="/news/canada-must-not-undermine-uns-work-middle-east"> A child carrying a blanket walking through rubble in Gaza
A USD$15,000 seed grant for innovation from In Trust Center will be matched by The United Church of Canada, along with contributions by United Church-affiliated theological schools.
In Trust Center Resource Grant Approved" href="/news/trust-center-resource-grant-approved"> Young woman in white shirt reads a book outdoors, surrounded by trees.
Local congregations empowered to adopt advocacy strategies regarding Palestine and Israel, as General Council affirms applying justice principles to the conflict.
Moderator Writes Pastoral Letter to Support General Council’s Decision" href="/news/moderator-writes-pastoral-letter-support-general-councils-decision"> A white dove, invoking peace, flies through an urban area.
The Scaling Up Resilience Project in Zimbabwe, a partnership with the Zimbabwe Council of Churches and the Canadian Foodgrains Bank, addresses food insecurity through community-driven solutions,… continue reading
Strength in Partnership: Supporting Community Resilience in Zimbabwe" href="/news/strength-partnership-supporting-community-resilience-zimbabwe"> Several people work on farm plot where the crop has just been cut down.
Moderator Carmen Lansdowne reminds us that we have good reason to give thanks—and to share the gifts in our lives with those who are in need. May God bless you and those around you this Thanksgiving.
Moderator's Thanksgiving Message 2024" href="/news/moderators-thanksgiving-message-2024">
The United Church of Canada marks October 7, 2024.
The United Church of Canada Statement about Palestine and Israel, October 2024" href="/news/united-church-canada-statement-about-palestine-and-israel-october-2024"> Many lighted votive candles in the dark
September 30 is National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, also known as Orange Shirt Day. This is a day to reflect, pray, and learn, and to honour survivors, their families, and the communities… continue reading
Moderator’s Orange Shirt Day Message 2024" href="/news/moderators-orange-shirt-day-message-2024">
With great sadness, The United Church of Canada announces the death of The Very Rev., The Honourable Dr. Lois M. Wilson, the denomination’s 28th Moderator, and the first woman to fill the role.
Trailblazer Lois Wilson Dies, Age 97" href="/news/trailblazer-lois-wilson-dies-age-97"> Lois Wilson
Members of the Deaf community signed the hymn videos in ASL.
New American Sign Language Videos Added to Hymn Resources" href="/news/new-american-sign-language-videos-added-hymn-resources"> ASL team for hymn videos pose together