Over 100 United Church communities of faith extended a radical welcome to their neighbours as part of the 100 Tables initiative. Hear some of their stories.
A Summer of Welcome at 100 Tables from Coast to Coast" href="/news/summer-welcome-100-tables-coast-coast"> A group of several children and adults raising their fists surrounding a table inside a pool area.
A unique opportunity to be inspired by the next generation of leaders, the Indigenous-Racialized Youth Scholars speakers program is back for 2025.
Indigenous-Racialized Youth Scholars Engage with Communities in Speakers Program" href="/news/indigenous-racialized-youth-scholars-engage-communities-speakers-program"> Poster for Indigenous-Racialized Youth Scholars 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.
The United Church Issues Bold, Hopeful Call for Action on Peace and Justice" href="/news/united-church-issues-bold-hopeful-call-action-peace-and-justice"> A large group of participants indoors at GC45
A joyous service marked the beginning of the Right Rev. Dr. Kimberly Heath’s service as Moderator.
45th Moderator of the United Church Installed in Calgary" href="/news/45th-moderator-united-church-installed-calgary"> Carmen Lansdowne, Kimberly Heath, and Michael Blair at the installation service at Knox United Church
Of five gifted ordained ministers from across Canada nominated for selection to be the next Moderator, the 45th General Council chooses one: Rev. Dr. Kimberly Heath
Rev. Dr. Kimberly Heath Elected 45th Moderator" href="/news/rev-dr-kimberly-heath-elected-45th-moderator"> Kimberly Heath in front of the GC45 logo
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… continue reading
Apology Offered Today by the United Church to 2S and LGBTQIA+ Communities" href="/news/apology-offered-today-united-church-2s-and-lgbtqia-communities"> People gathered in Knox United Church for the apology service
Are you excited? We’re excited! Every three years, the General Council meets to share, to worship together and to steer the ship that is The United Church of Canada.
45th General Council Opens Aug. 7-11, in Calgary, Alberta" href="/news/45th-general-council-opens-aug-7-11-calgary-alberta"> General Council 45 - Vision and Dreams
Moderator Carmen Lansdowne shares a powerful Emancipation Day message.
Moderator’s Message Marks Emancipation Day with Call to Justice" href="/news/moderators-message-marks-emancipation-day-call-justice">
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,… continue reading
Statement on Canada’s Recognition of a Palestinian State" href="/news/statement-canadas-recognition-palestinian-state"> Palestinian flags are lifted during a protest
The United Church congratulates the Two-Spirit community on the 35th anniversary of the gathering where the groundbreaking term was introduced
Canada Post Stamp Celebrates Origin of “Two-Spirit” at Sandy-Saulteaux Centre" href="/news/canada-post-stamp-celebrates-origin-two-spirit-sandy-saulteaux-centre"> A graphic promoting Canada Post's Two-Spirit commemorative stamp