June 2 is the fifth anniversary of the 94 Calls to Action of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada (TRC). There is still much work to do, within the church and within Canadian society…
On May 25, 2020, the General Council Executive accepted updates to the church’s statement on Medical Assistance in Dying.
In a joint letter to the Minister for Foreign Affairs, the United Church joins with other leaders in urging Canada to comply with international law by publicly opposing the government of Israel's…
continue readingModerator Richard Bott has written to Canadian government officials to ask them to move forward with developing and implementing a universal basic income (UBI) program in Canada.
Members have been asking how they can honour the ministry of healthcare workers, particularly during the COVID-19 pandemic. Consider using the newly created worship service "On the Life and Faith…
continue readingThe United Church joined others in a letter to the Minister of Foreign Affairs urging the Canadian government to ensure that humanitarian assistance is not impeded by economic and political…
continue readingA prayer, a remembrance, and an invitation to light a candle on April 20 for Nova Scotia in wake of the violence of this past weekend.
The Executive of the General Council has temporarily amended pastoral relations policies to allow the governing board, rather than a congregational meeting, to make certain pastoral relations…
continue readingWith current restrictions on gatherings of people, congregations may need to postpone meetings or hold them through electronic means. Advance notice to the congregation and other requirements…
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