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 5, 2023
E-ssentials: (Re)Generate Leadership Program, Faithful Footprints, and more!
The Flourishing Project: (Re)Generate Leadership Program
This pilot project is designed to support and strengthen a diverse group of ministry personnel leaders within The United Church of Canada. Successful candidates will be asked to commit to this two-year project, anticipating that they will be able to use continuing education time and allowance in order to participate.
The United Church is committed to equity and self-determination, as well as eliminating barriers and working toward the full participation of all people. Learn more.
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Faithful Footprints: Retrofits for Greater Energy Savings at Runnymede United
For Runnymede United Church in Toronto, Ontario, building greening efforts date back over a decade. Since completing a Green Audit by Faith & the Common Good in 2011, the church has engaged in a variety of energy conservation projects.
With their past experience, Runnymede United was well equipped and ready for more. With support from Faithful Footprints funding, Runnymede United Church retrofits for greater energy savings by replacing ceiling fans and installing heat pumps.
[Image credit: Runnymede United Church]
Call for Nominations: Total Compensation Review Task Group
Call for nominations! What would equitable and sustainable compensation look like in The United Church of Canada? We are seeking a mix of visionaries, theologians, analysts, and related professionals to explore that question and assess the church’s current compensation practices as part of the Total Compensation Review Task Group. Nominate someone you know who can assist the church with assessment by Monday, September 25.
Mission and Service Stories: Providing Tuition Assistance
Hamdan wants to become a doctor someday. This young teenager dreams big amidst the daily struggles that he and his family face. Hamdan and many other children in Lebanon are at risk of losing their education because economic crises have plunged their families into poverty. Your support through Mission and Service helps remove barriers for teenagers like Hamdan so they can work toward their dreams.
Did you know that you can receive your tax receipts by email to speed up the process?
Choosing to receive your tax receipts by email also allows you to find them more easily at tax time. Don’t shuffle through piles of papers looking for your receipts—just check your email inbox!
[Image credit: The United Church of Canada]
EDGE: Fall Learning Opportunities
And just like that, we’re heading into fall!
For most of us, it’s been a short, hot, way-too-busy summer, and now it’s time to think about September and plans for the last few months of 2023.
This fall take advantage of the great EDGE community activities and learning cohorts. View the full EDGE catalog on CHURCHx.ca or check out some of these featured courses:
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