E-ssentials: WCC Assembly Updates, Gender Justice, and more!

World Council of Churches Assembly The 11th Assembly of the World Council of Churches (WCC) is about to begin in Karlsruhe, Germany. The Assembly, a meeting of the WCC’s highest governing body, takes place August 31–September 8, with the theme “Christ's Love Moves the World to Reconciliation and Unity.” United Church of Canada delegates, selected through the church’s nominations process, will share in prayer and celebration, while participating in crucial decision making. Several members of the delegation have leading roles in the Assembly. You can follow the livestream of the Assembly, and watch The United Church of Canada Facebook page and our other social channels for updates from delegation members, video interviews, and more.   [Video: World Council of Churches] Gender Justice in the World Council of Churches Gail Allan, a member of the World Council of Churches (WCC) Gender Advisory Group, shares the story of the work for gender justice by the WCC and how it is transforming the church in the latest blog post.  [Image credit: Marcelo Schneider/WCC] Pension Information Seminar The United Church of Canada provides a defined benefit pension plan for all employees who work more than 14 hours a week. Join us for a 90-minute Pension Information Seminar to learn about how the plan works, what it costs, what it provides, and how to apply for your pension when you're ready.   [Image credit: The United Church of Canada] A Church with an Extraordinary View Canadian churches grace unique places: restaurants, store fronts, even movie theatres. Perhaps the most serene of all settings, though, is a national park. Situated in the heart of Waterton Lakes National Park in Alberta, a special United Church witnesses in a unique way to the majesty of God. [Photo credit: Ruth Richardson] Last Chance to Save 35% on Canadian Church Calendars Celebrate our United Churches year round! Use the early bird promo code MYCHURCHCAL to save 35% off our 2023 Canadian Church Calendar when you purchase 50 copies or more. This incredible offer ends on August 31, 2022! [Image credit: The United Church of Canada]     Fall Seeds of Hope Grant Application The fall 2022 Seeds of Hope granting cycle is now open! Completed applications must be received by 11:55 PM EDT on October 15, 2022, to be considered by the Joint Grants Committee. Please e-mail grants@united-church.ca for more information, and sign up for The United Church of Canada Foundation newsletter by e-mailing fdn@united-church.ca to stay up to date with the latest granting and Foundation news. We can’t wait to hear about your plans! [Image credit:Canva/AshleyQuan] Worship Resources  See our Worship Resources for upcoming Sundays and special celebrations. September 4 - Thirteenth after Pentecost A Blessing of the Students World Week for Peace in Palestine and Israel 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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