Screams from under Fire: An Update from Partners in Gaza
June 14, 2024
Despite exhaustion, limited resources, and harsh working conditions, their thoughts occupied with the safety of their own loved ones, DSPR medical teams continue work in the most marginalized areas under constant airstrikes and shelling.
continue reading
United Church Calls for Arms Embargo on Israel
June 11, 2024
The United Church writes to Prime Minister Trudeau: To defend and protect the sanctity of international law, Canada must implement an immediate, binding and comprehensive arms trade embargo on Israel
continue reading
Six denominations unite their efforts for a just and lasting peace
June 06, 2024
Gaza Ceasefire Pilgrimages build political will, MPs tell church leaders during meetings on May 22. Ecumenical effort urged all parties to take stronger, more decisive action.
continue reading
National Church Leaders Call for Peace in Palestine and Israel
May 22, 2024
National Canadian church leaders, including Moderator the Right Rev. Dr. Carmen Lansdowne, marched on Parliament Hill in Ottawa today in a call for peace in Palestine and Israel.
continue reading
Canadian Church Leaders Walk to Parliament Hill for Sustained Gaza Ceasefire
May 15, 2024
Leaders from several national churches will converge on Parliament Hill on May 22, urging for a ceasefire in Palestine and Israel.
continue reading
Gaza Ceasefire: What You Can Do
April 17, 2024
Mobilize for a just peace in Palestine and Israel. If you’re not sure what you can do, this list can help focus your efforts.
continue reading
Rainbow Pilgrims of Faith Delegates Meet with WCC
April 04, 2024
Jane Thirikwa, United Church Program Coordinator, Global Advocacy 2SLGBTQIA+, joined the Rainbow Pilgrims of Faith delegation to World Council of Churches in March 2024.
continue reading
Humanitarian relief and ceasefire both urgently needed in Gaza
March 13, 2024
Letter expresses gratitude for restored funding to UNRWA, but urges an immediate and permanent ceasefire.
continue reading
10 Additional Ways to Work Towards Anti-Racism
March 12, 2024
On March 21, International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination, and every day there are many practical ways to work towards anti-racism.
continue reading
Public, Intentional, and Explicit call to action against 2SLGBTQIA+ hate
March 04, 2024
The United Church of Canada joins Affirm United/S’affirmer Ensemble and Affirming Connections in urging individuals and communities of faith to commit to concerted efforts to be Public, Intentional, and Explicit (PIE) in the public square.
continue reading