E-ssentials: Help the People of Türkiye and Northern Syria

Help the People of Türkiye and Northern Syria Devasted by the Earthquake

The United Church of Canada has launched a fundraising appeal to support the people of northern Syria and Türkiye in recovering from two powerful earthquakes that destroyed homes and led to enormous loss of lives. The Middle East Council of Churches, a Mission & Service partner of The United Church of Canada, along with other members of ACT Alliance and the Canadian Foodgrains Bank, are responding by supplying first aid, water, temporary shelters, food and other lifesaving support to people impacted by the earthquakes.  The United Church, as a member of the Canadian Foodgrains Bank, has joined the Humanitarian Coalition in asking Canadians to give to help those impacted by the crisis. You can also help by writing to your Member of Parliament to ask the Canadian government to support lifting sanctions against Syria to facilitate full humanitarian access. Please also see our Türkiye and Northern Syria Earthquake appeal digital slides for worship services. Thank you for your generosity. Black History Month Blog: I Am Black? In the latest Black History Month blog, Inzwirashe Munikwa seeks to understand Black culture and her Zimbabwean roots beyond the labels the world may apply to her. Read the full blog. [Image credit: courtesy of Inzwirashe Munikwa] Your Generosity Matters: Your Generosity Revitalizes Languages Take a moment to think about your favourite story. Now imagine that story being at risk of disappearing because it’s written in an endangered language. This is something that nine Elders from Haida Gwaii are passionately trying to change. [Photo credit: Haida Gwaii Skidegate] The United Church Bookstore: Let Our Lenten Journey Begin Ash Wednesday is nearly here, but it's still not too late to get your copy of Good Courage: Daily Reflections on Hope, the new Lenten devotional from the United Church Publishing House. Softcover copies are still available, or you can save on shipping and download our e-book version instantly. Looking to go even deeper? Consider joining our new Lenten Study. The six-week series led by the Rev. Stephen Fetter begins February 28. Register for the Lenten study, and you'll also receive 20% off your book purchase (including the e-book version)! [Image credit: The United Church of Canada] Call for Nominations: Business Coordinator Call for Nominations! Who do you think the church needs as the Business Coordinator for the centennial-year General Council? We are seeking someone to oversee the faith-filled decision-making processes of the 45th General Council in 2025. Learn more about this and other opportunities to serve. Nominations close Thursday, March 23. [Image credit: The United Church of Canada] 40 Days of Engagement on Anti-Racism Needs Your Feedback! Did you participate in 40 Days of Engagement on Anti-Racism last fall? What did you like about the program? And what suggestions do you have as we shape the 2023 program?  Please complete this short feedback survey and let us know your thoughts!    All of the responses are being carefully read and considered. We are keen to continue an engaging anti-racism journey together! [Image credit: Geralt on Pixabay] Worship Resources  See our Worship Resources for upcoming Sundays and special celebrations. Ash Wednesday - February 22, 2023 Black History Month 4 - February 26, 2023 First Sunday in Lent - February 26, 2023 World Day of Prayer - March 3, 2023 Second Sunday in Lent - March 5, 2023 International Women's Day - March 8, 2023 Third Sunday in Lent - March 12, 2023 National Affirming/PIE Day - March 14, 2023 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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