January 19, 2021
Inspiring Stories of Mission & Service for the New Year
Not long ago, we shared a story about why the format for Minutes for Mission is changing in 2021. In a nutshell, we want to tell relevant, timely stories about the difference that your gifts are making, especially in the midst of crisis. So, the new Minutes For Mission booklet called Your Generosity Matters features eight people whose lives are changed through Mission & Service. These stories are accompanied by videos, as well as slides and devotions. And each week, all year long, we are sharing current news stories that will keep you informed about how your generosity helps change lives right now.
Don’t miss a single story! Subscribe to the philanthropy newsletter, God’s Mission – Our Gifts, and receive all of the news stories straight to your inbox a month in advance of when they are scheduled to be shared in congregational worship. Thank you for helping transform lives through Mission & Service!
[Photo: Lakshmi (left) was trafficked by her aunt. Mission & Service supports a program that helps teenagers like her return to their families. Lakshmi’s story is one of four news features rolling out this month. Credit: Diocese of Durgapurt]
Called to Be the Church 2021
Good things happen when a church focuses times, energy, and money on others—it stimulates generosity and creative thinking that will enliven YOUR congregation. Called to Be the Church is a congregational giving program that offers resources and tools to encourage generosity and gratitude in your community of faith. It's coming soon to United Church communities of faith! Watch for it and launch your giving programs for 2021!
Guaranteed Livable Income Network
As the movement for a Guaranteed Livable Income continues to grow among the people of The United Church of Canada, the Guaranteed Livable Income network is seeking individuals to come forward to help grow the effort further as we plan actions in 2021! The network's co-chairs are Lois Wilson and Barry Morris. Please contact Lori Neale at justice@united-church.ca for more details, and to join the network. [Photo: Moderator Richard Bott lighting a flame for a Guaranteed Livable Income in September 2020. Credit: Richard Bott]
Webinar Series: Faith on the Move: An Online Journey Through Lent
Are you aching for a community of friends to walk through Lent with this year? Yearning for a few wise souls to share the risky, surprised-filled adventure and explore the places that will challenge you and stretch you to your limit? This year's Lenten book is full of reflections on hope and change to help us cherish the complex stories of the Bible. It's good to read by itself; it's even more exciting to read together with others. Find out more!
United Church Bookstore: Faith on the Move
Lent is almost upon us; instead of giving something up, why not think about about what you'd like to learn from your journey this year? The 2021 United Church Lenten devotional features daily reflections by diverse contributors, and invites us to reflect on and embody God’s welcome and love for people who are on the move for a variety of reasons. Pick up your copy today!
Worship Resources
See our Worship Resources for upcoming Sundays and special celebrations. Jan. 18-25 - Week of Prayer for Christian UnityJan. 24 - Third After EpiphanyFebruary 7 - Black History Month 1 | 
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