Letter Concerning Ukraine from Ethnocultural Networks

March 25, 2022

In an open letter, the Ethnocultural Networks of the United Church call for justice in Ukraine and express concern over manifestations of racism seen in the midst of this war.

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10 Ways to Work Towards Anti-Racism

March 15, 2022

March 21 is the International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination. However, the struggle against racism is a continuous effort. Anti-racism work is important on any day and every day.

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Concern for Ukrainian Communities

February 28, 2022

The United Church of Canada holds in prayer all those facing fear and violence and seeks the immediate cessation of war in Ukraine.

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Leadership Counts Launches!

November 17, 2021

Starting in mid-November many United Church leaders are being invited to participate in Leadership Counts, a voluntary survey of ministry personnel, national committee members, and national and regional council staff.

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Moderator’s Statement on Residential School Burial Sites

July 19, 2021

Statement from the Moderator on residential school burial sites.

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Kamloops Residential School: A Time for Mourning and Support

May 31, 2021

As news came on May 28, 2021, that the remains of 215 children were found in a mass unmarked grave on the grounds of the former Kamloops Residential School, we entered into a time of mourning for these relatives, their families, and their communities.

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Black Lives Matter in the United Church

June 19, 2020

 The General Council Executive issued a statement on June 18, 2020, confirming unequivocally that Black Lives Matter to The United Church of Canada.  

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Revised Statement on Medical Assistance in Dying

June 01, 2020

On May 25, 2020, the General Council Executive accepted updates to the church’s statement on Medical Assistance in Dying.

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Memorial Register of Missing Children

September 26, 2019

   A memorial register honouring children who died at residential schools (TRC Call to Action 72) will be launched on September 30, 2019.

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Mark the Residential Schools Apology Anniversary in Prayer

October 17, 2018

Braiding Reconciliation Prayer, inspired by a teaching shared by Youth Forum at General Council, marks 20th anniversary of 1998 Apology.

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