Visit Strengthens Ties with Canadian Members of WCC
December 09, 2024
World Council of Churches’ General Secretary hosted by the Canadian Council of Churches on visit to Canada, including a stop at the national office of The United Church of Canada
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Moderator’s Christmas Message 2024
December 09, 2024
The birth of the Christ Child among us changed our world forever. So, this Christmas, the Moderator invites us to look around at the signs of change and new life.
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Elders Have Set a Path Forward for the Indigenous Church
December 02, 2024
The National Indigenous Spiritual Gathering met in Winnipeg from November 29 through December 2 for a time of discussion, reflection, and prayer.
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Rainbow Steps Vandalized After Inclusive Public Hymn Sing
December 02, 2024
A candlelight vigil on December 1 responded to vandalism of the rainbow steps at an Affirming church in Brighton, Ontario, shortly after the regional council held an inclusive hymn sing on those same steps.
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Join the Advocacy for Human Rights in the Philippines
December 02, 2024
The United Church urges Canada to support peace talks in the Philippines, end military cooperation fueling human rights abuses, and prioritize justice. Join us: Sign the petition for peace and justice in solidarity with Filipino human rights defenders.
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NISG to Create Framework to Help the Indigenous Church Move Forward
November 28, 2024
National Indigenous Spiritual Gathering (NISG) to meet in Winnipeg November 29 to December 1, 2024, to build a shared understanding of leadership and governance.
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Moderator’s Advent Message 2024
November 21, 2024
In her Advent message, Moderator Carmen Lansdowne reflects on how the Christ child was not born in luxury, but had loving parents and God’s grace. This love is what we hope for with all of those in our care.
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Regional Council Raises Voices in Song to Make Bold Statement of Inclusion
November 18, 2024
The East Central Ontario Regional Council of The United Church of Canada put its words into action by extending an invitation to the Brighton community to join them in singing songs of inclusion on Saturday.
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Canada Must Not Undermine the UN’s Work in the Middle East
November 15, 2024
A statement to support the work and recommendations of the UN Special Rapporteur on the Situation of Human Rights in the Palestinian Territories occupied since 1967, and to uphold the work of the United Nations.
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In Trust Center Resource Grant Approved
November 01, 2024
A USD$15,000 seed grant for innovation from In Trust Center will be matched by The United Church of Canada, along with contributions by United Church-affiliated theological schools.
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