When they saw that the star had stopped, they were overwhelmed with joy.
The General Council Office (GCO) wishes you peace and joy this Christmas season. We are now closed for the holidays and will be back at work on Friday, January 2, 2026.
As of the new year, we will officially be operational at our new temporary office at 50 Wynford Drive in Toronto, where the GCO will share space in the national offices of The Presbyterian Church in Canada, as the ongoing construction of the United Church’s future home at 300 Bloor St. West continues into 2026. Please continue to use the 3250 Bloor St. W. address for mailing, as we have arranged mail forwarding.
Christmas Services
A United Church near you will be open for in-person worship this Christmas, and many also offer livestreamed or pre-recorded online services to view at home. Find locations and contact info for local churches across the country using find a location.
In her 2025 Christmas Message, Moderator Kimberly Heath wishes us comfort and joy, reminding us that part of the Christmas story is finding peace, and setting a place at the table for all, amid confusion and distress.
Make a Gift!
Give generously and help change lives through:
If you wish to make a year-end gift by phone to the work of the church through Mission and Service, Gifts with Vision, or an emergency appeal, please phone 1-800-465-3771. If you would like to contact The United Church of Canada Foundation, please phone 1-866-340-8223. We are here through the holidays to receive and respond to your phone calls and e-mails.
Thank you for your generous support!