General Council 44: The Rev. Dr. Carmen Lansdowne Elected 44th Moderator
The United Church of Canada has elected the Rev. Dr. Carmen Lansdowne, Kwisa’lakw, 47, as its 44th Moderator. She will be the church’s spiritual leader for the next three years.
In articulating her vision for The United Church of Canada, the Rev. Dr. Lansdowne speaks of a church committed: “To build new connections and rebuild old ones. To work towards social change that sees a world cared for, and human dignity honoured. To walk together every day in repentance and reconciliation. To march and fight and change unjust systems together. To pray together. To sing together. To discern together.”
Get to know the 44th Moderator by reading her full biography and statement of vision, watching her message on YouTube, and following her on Facebook.
You are invited to the installation of the new Moderator on Sunday, August 7, 2022, at 1:00 p.m. PDT/ 4:00 p.m. EDT/ 5:30 p.m. NDT. Attend in person, or watch online on YouTube Livestream.
[Photo credit: Courtesy of Rev. Dr. Carmen Lansdowne]
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Bold New Emissions Reduction Target
The United Church of Canada has committed the whole church to the aspirational goal of an 80% decrease in carbon emissions by 2030. This bold new target was set at General Council 44, during Decision sessions. Read the full news release.
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Proposals Advancing Autonomous Indigenous Church Pass The United Church of Canada has approved two proposals that advance the journey toward an autonomous Indigenous Church within The United Church of Canada. Details can be read in the full news release.[Image credit: The United Church of Canada]
Emancipation Day Celebrations 
Join us on Sunday, July 31, at 7:30 p.m. EDT for "Emancipated, But Still Working for Freedom,” an 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.
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Gifts with Vision at Work in Ukraine
 “We are grateful for any kind of help, as the people of Kharkiv have been suffering from this serious humanitarian crisis for many weeks now,” says Sergei Babin, a volunteer who is helping to deliver food and hygiene packages supported through Gifts with Vision to Ukrainian refugees. Thank you for your generous support![Photo credit: ACT Alliance/HIA]
United Church Bookstore: Undivided Love
 A new book has arrived on the United Church Bookstore shelves! Undivided Love: Navigating Landscapes of Living Faith by author Janet Gear offers readers a sympathetic way to interpret the belief-inspired actions of those around them without assuming homogeneous understandings of God, the church, and our place in the world. Gear guides leaders in the artistry of handling shadows and strengths coexisting across five streams of lived faith: evangelical, ecclesial, missional, ecumenical, and spiritual. [Image credit: courtesy of Janet Gear]
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Commemorate General Council 44
Commemorate a historic General Council, marking the first time that the triennial meeting was held virtually. Relive this historic event for years to come, and connect to the General Council 44 theme "Who do you say I am?" by getting your free GC44 Merchandise Kit today (just pay the shipping!). The kit includes a prayer card, placemat, sticker sheet, unscented soy wax candle, pen, and reusable tote. Order now from the United Church Bookstore.
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