The United Church Issues Bold, Hopeful Call for Action on Peace and Justice
August 14, 2025
Following General Council 45, the church outlines its renewed commitment to aiding in the well-being of all peoples, and the urgent action that must be taken to realize peace and justice.
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Apology Offered Today by the United Church to 2S and LGBTQIA+ Communities
August 08, 2025
As the second day of the 45th General Council opened today, an apology was offered to 2S and LGBTQIA+ communities in a special livestreamed and in-person worship service at Knox United Church in Calgary, AB.
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Statement on Canada’s Recognition of a Palestinian State
August 01, 2025
This week, Prime Minister Carney made a welcome statement recognizing Palestine as a state. He did not address the ongoing genocide, occupation by Israel, or its disregard for international law, which are crucial to justice and freedom for Palestine.
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Canada Post Stamp Celebrates Origin of “Two-Spirit” at Sandy-Saulteaux Centre
August 01, 2025
The United Church congratulates the Two-Spirit community on the 35th anniversary of the gathering where the groundbreaking term was introduced
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We’re Waiting for Decisive Action, Mr. Prime Minister
July 29, 2025
Arms Embargo Now report reveals detailed records of recent and current shipments of Canadian arms to Israel, as ecumenical leaders share outrage at inaction from Ottawa in supporting Gaza and standing for international human rights.
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2S and LGBTQIA+ Apology from the Church to the Church
July 24, 2025
As the second day of the 45th General Council opens on Friday, August 8, The United Church of Canada offers an apology for harm caused to 2S and LGBTQIA+ communities within and beyond the church.
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2025 Climate Motivators Meet Ahead of Epic Cross-country Train Journey
July 17, 2025
Ten climate motivators, a coordinator, two supervisors, and GCO staff met at Five Oaks, Paris, ON, last week. Four United Church youth climate motivators will travel by train from Ontario to General Council 45 in Alberta in August.
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Taybeh, Cradle of Christian Faith in Ramallah, Threatened by Illegal Settlers
July 11, 2025
Call your MP to assert pressure on Prime Minister Mark Carney to uphold the religious freedom and other human rights of Palestinians who resist forced displacement and dispossession by settlers and the Israeli government.
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Seven Awarded Coronation Medal for Interfaith Work
July 04, 2025
Seven individuals awarded the King Charles III Coronation Medal for their work through the United Church in fostering respect of religious traditions in Canada and interfaith cooperation.
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Terror Attack Targets Christian Orthodox Worshippers Praying in Damascus Church
June 25, 2025
The United Church of Canada supports the statements of the Canadian Council of Churches and World Council of Churches condemning the bombing at St. Elias Church near Damascus, Syria, on June 22.
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