News https://united-church.ca/ en Wed, 08 May 2024 10:51:55 -0400 Mon, 06 May 2024 09:00:00 -0400 <a href="/news/moderators-pentecost-message-2024" hreflang="en">Moderator’s Pentecost Message 2024</a> https://united-church.ca/news/moderators-pentecost-message-2024 In her Pentecost message, Moderator Carmen Lansdowne shares how Spirit is interceding in our lives, stoking the winds of change. May we feel the winds of God on our faces and the flames of Pentecost… continue reading Mon, 06 May 24 09:00:00 -0400 News <a href="/news/flourishing-halifax-inspires-one-team-identify-gaps-health-care" hreflang="en">Flourishing Halifax inspires one team to identify gaps in health care</a> https://united-church.ca/news/flourishing-halifax-inspires-one-team-identify-gaps-health-care Flourishing Halifax keynote address helped one team envision connections between health care and dementia-friendly communities. Mon, 29 Apr 24 14:22:47 -0400 News <a href="/news/strengthening-invitation-place-table-stars-ice" hreflang="en">Strengthening Invitation to a Place at the Table with Stars on Ice</a> https://united-church.ca/news/strengthening-invitation-place-table-stars-ice In a rare opportunity, The United Church of Canada has partnered with the 2024 Stars on Ice tour as part of our strategic plan to Strengthen Invitation. Thu, 25 Apr 24 17:11:32 -0400 News <a href="/news/gaza-ceasefire-what-you-can-do" hreflang="en">Gaza Ceasefire: What You Can Do</a> https://united-church.ca/news/gaza-ceasefire-what-you-can-do 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. Wed, 17 Apr 24 12:00:00 -0400 News <a href="/news/moderator-joining-gaza-ceasefire-pilgrimage" hreflang="en">Moderator Joining Gaza Ceasefire Pilgrimage</a> https://united-church.ca/news/moderator-joining-gaza-ceasefire-pilgrimage Moderator Carmen Lansdowne is joining the Gaza Ceasefire Pilgrimage and encourages everyone who can to join the pilgrimage in Ottawa on May 22. Wed, 17 Apr 24 12:00:00 -0400 News <a href="/news/international-organizations-condemn-court-ruling-santa-marta-five" hreflang="en">International Organizations Condemn Court Ruling on Santa Marta Five</a> https://united-church.ca/news/international-organizations-condemn-court-ruling-santa-marta-five In a preliminary court hearing, judge upholds politically motivated charges against United Church partners in El Salvador. Thu, 11 Apr 24 16:06:23 -0400 News <a href="/news/national-indigenous-council-responds-results-remit-1" hreflang="en">National Indigenous Council Responds to the Results of Remit 1 </a> https://united-church.ca/news/national-indigenous-council-responds-results-remit-1 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. Tue, 09 Apr 24 14:00:39 -0400 News <a href="/news/rainbow-pilgrims-faith-delegates-meet-wcc" hreflang="en">Rainbow Pilgrims of Faith Delegates Meet with WCC </a> https://united-church.ca/news/rainbow-pilgrims-faith-delegates-meet-wcc Jane Thirikwa, United Church Program Coordinator, Global Advocacy 2SLGBTQIA+, joined the Rainbow Pilgrims of Faith delegation to World Council of Churches in March 2024. Thu, 04 Apr 24 10:17:55 -0400 News <a href="/news/easter-message-jerusalem-heads-churches" hreflang="en">Easter Message from Jerusalem Heads of Churches</a> https://united-church.ca/news/easter-message-jerusalem-heads-churches The Patriarchs and Heads of Churches in Jerusalem have released an Easter letter that speaks especially to the people of Gaza. Thu, 28 Mar 24 15:01:47 -0400 News <a href="/news/santa-marta-5-trial-date-set-april-3" hreflang="en">Santa Marta 5 trial date set for April 3</a> https://united-church.ca/news/santa-marta-5-trial-date-set-april-3 One year after their arrest on politically motivated charges, five prominent Salvadoran water defenders are scheduled to stand trial starting on April 3. Mon, 25 Mar 24 15:45:13 -0400 News