E-ssentials: Emancipation Day Celebrations, General Council 44 Decision Sessions, and more!

Emancipation Day Celebration The observation of Emancipation Day celebrates an important milestone in Canada's journey for human rights. We invite Canadians to join us as we remember, commemorate, and honour. Join us for ​two special events to mark the United Church's first official Emancipation Day celebration.  Join us on July 31, at 7:30 p.m. EDT for "Emancipated, But Still Working for Freedom,” ​a​n online panel discussion with members of the Black Clergy Network ​and other leaders on the significance of Emancipation Day and the struggle for equality that continues. Also, an ​Emancipation Day National Worship Service, with the Black Clergy Network and others, will be shared on the United Church of Canada's YouTube Livestream on Monday, August 1, at 11:00 a.m. EDT. When: Sunday, July 31, at 7:30 p.m. EDT (Panel Discussion) When: Monday, August 1, at 11:00 a.m. EDT (Worship Service) [Photo credit: Tumisu, Pixabay] General Council 44: Decision Sessions   General Council 44 continues this summer with Decision sessions on July 21‒25, 2022, including the election for Moderator on July 23. For the latest news, information, draft agenda, and ways to connect, visit the 44th General Council website. [Image credit: The United Church of Canada]   New Blog Post: Building God's Beloved Community The Rev. Taylor Croissant introduces Building God’s Beloved Community: Discipleship in The United Church of Canada, a new book that takes young people, new members, and seekers on a journey through the history, traditions, and sacraments of this United Church of ours. Read an excerpt from the book and pick up your copy from the United Church Bookstore. [Photo credit: The United Church of Canada] Supporting Refugees and Migrants in Morocco    In the last two years, the number of refugees and asylum seekers in Morocco has more than doubled. Today, the country is both a transit and a host country with 19,620 refugee and asylum seekers. Many attempt to cross the Strait of Gibraltar, seeking a better life in Europe. Some make the 14 km trip; others don’t. Here’s how Mission & Service is helping. [Photo credit: Église Évangélique Au Maroc]   United Church Bookstore: Summer Reading Challenge How many books will you be reading this summer? The United Church Bookstore challenges you to read three! When you purchase Greening the Church, Everyday Skeptics: Devotions for Spiritual Growth, and Journey from Fisher River: 2nd Edition you will automatically save 30% at checkout!  This week's featured book is Greening the Church. Intended for individuals and church groups, this guide from the former Architectural Resource Group offers practical ways to reduce your church's energy consumption and explains how your congregation can promote more ecologically sustainable energy use. [Image credit: The United Church of Canada] Worship Resources  See our Worship Resources for upcoming Sundays and special celebrations. July 17 - Sixth After Pentecost July 24 - Seventh After Pentecost Aug 1 - Emancipation Worship Service Facebook Twitter Website Email Instagram YouTube LinkedIn Our gifts for Mission & Service bring healing, justice, and hope to life. Donate today.

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