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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

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.

People holding a United Church banner and signs calling for peace march along an Ottawa street.

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.

There Is a Place for All

May 15, 2024

For months, humanitarian agencies have sounded the alarm against any military offensive in Rafah, where thousands who have been displaced multiple times are forced to seek shelter.

People carry a large banner for the Gaza Ceasefire Pilgrimage in Victoria, BC.

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.

Children in Gaza play in front of ruined graffiti-covered buildings

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.

The hands of someone wearing a minister's stole and another person wearing an Indigenous shawl are clasped.

National Indigenous Council Responds to the Results of Remit 1

April 09, 2024

The National Indigenous Council shares their vision statement with the whole church and offer words of thanks for all who have brought the church to this moment.

Members of the Rainbow Pilgrims of Faith delegation to the WCC in 2024

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.