The Body of Christ is made of many parts, and people experience their understanding of God in many different ways. On this blog, we'll consider the beliefs and activities of congregations, denominations and different religions.
Tuesday, September 26, 2023
E-ssentials: The Moderator's Orange Shirt Day Message
The Moderator's Orange Shirt Day Message
Moderator Carmen Lansdowne urges us to commemorate the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, also known as Orange Shirt Day, on September 30. This is a day to reflect, pray, learn, and honour survivors, their families, and the communities affected by Indian Residential Schools and those who operated them. For non-Indigenous Christians in particular, this is a time to reflect on their role in colonialism and the ongoing responsibility to make reparations.
One way that we can show Indigenous youth that they matter is by investing in the Waase-Aabin program, which awards scholarships to post-secondary Indigenous students, ages 18-29, who demonstrate economic need and academic excellence.
On September 30, and every day, we must remember that every child matters.
Watch or download the Moderator's Orange Shirt Day message in English or français.
[Video still: The United Church of Canada/ Moderator Carmen Lansdowne]
Statement on Information Shared by the Stó:lō Nation
(This information may be traumatic for residential school survivors, families, and communities. If you are feeling pain or distress, please call the free 24-hour crisis line: 1-866-925-4419. You can also call the First Nations and Inuit Hope for Wellness Help Line at 1-855-242-3310. It’s toll-free and open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.)
Early truths were shared by the Stó:lō Nation last week. The United Church of Canada, which ran the Coqualeetza residential institution from 1925 to 1940, acknowledges and is saddened by what we have heard.
Read the full statement from The United Church of Canada.
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General Council Executive Virtual Meeting Updates
The General Council Executive (GCE) met virtually Sept. 22‒23, 2023. The two-day meeting was punctuated by equity check-ins from the equity team, prayer and reflection. Highlights from the meeting include: Principles-based Justice, Leadership for the 2020s, Operational Plan Quarterly Report, Cost of Living Adjustment and grant decisions, Code of Conduct policy, and pension and benefits.
Mission and Service Stories: Education beyond Classroom Walls
The Church of Christ in Congo provides children with the education and training they need to take charge of their own lives when they leave school. With a combination of traditional education and life skills, they provide each child with the skillset they need to thrive after graduation.
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Mission and Service Updates
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EDGE: Sanctuary Mental Health Ministries
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Sancturary Mental Health Ministries is a Vancouver-based nonprofit providing resources that equip the church to support mental health and well-being, and it's free of charge to everyone.
Sanctuary’s main tool, The Sanctuary Course, is used in 80 countries by over 250,000 people. Developed in consultation with mental health professionals, theologians, and people with lived experience, this eight-session study guide explores key mental health topics and examines meaningful ways to offer companionship, support recovery, and promote well-being.
United Church Bookstore: Moderator Carmen Lansdowne Instagram Takeover
She's back! Moderator Carmen Lansdowne returns for another @faith_in_our_books Instagram takeover on Wednesday, September 27 to talk about her favourite reads, reflections, and her book club The Mod's Book Squad!
You won't want to miss this!
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Worship Resources
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