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.
Monday, April 8, 2024
E-ssentials: Support Life-changing Education, Remit 1 Updates, and more!
Beyond Easter: Education's Lasting Impact
Easter may be over, but the power of education continues to shine! While school supplies and buildings are crucial, education extends far beyond those walls. Your donation to our Easter appeal today can empower communities and individuals through innovative programs that make a lasting impact. Give the gift of knowledge and opportunity—donate now!
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Update on the Vote on Remit 1
Thank you to all of the pastoral charges that voted! Vote results are currently still being tabulated. Votes that were mailed in by Canada Post, will be counted as long as they are postmarked by March 31. Those mail-in ballots are still coming in to the General Council Office, so the preliminary results of the Remit 1 vote will be communicated next week in various ways, including through this E-ssentials newsletter.
East Coast friends mark your calendars for the next Flourishing event! On Thursday, April 11, join us for an inspiring evening that tackles the future of Canada's Medicare system.
Network with brilliant minds, like Moderator Carmen Lansdowne and renowned health columnist André Picard, and explore changemaking ideas to ensure a thriving healthcare future for all Canadians. Reserve your spot today!
Date:Thursday, April 11, 2024, 6:00-8:30 p.m. ADT (5:00-7:30 p.m. EDT) Location: Canadian Museum of Immigration at Pier 21, 1055 Marginal Rd., Halifax, NS B3H 4P7 Format: In person
[Image credit: André Picard and Carmen Lansdowne]
Santa Marta 5 Trial Date Set for April 3
Five prominent water defenders and community leaders from Santa Marta, El Salvador, are scheduled to face trial on April 3. The case has gained international scrutiny amid allegations that the charges are politically motivated.
The activists, arrested on January 11, 2023, represent staff and community members of United Church of Canada Mission and Service global partner the Association for Economic and Social Development (ADES); the United Church has been a partner of ADES throughout its 30-year history. Read the full news story.
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Your Mission and Service Stories: United Church Camps—but Make Them Year-Round!
On a windy weekday morning in February, you might expect a camp to be quiet, anxiously awaiting the hustle and bustle that summertime will bring. But on the escarpment in Lincoln, ON, Cave Springs Camp is anything but quiet. Your generosity through Mission and Service is helping children, teens, and adults to reconnect with nature at any time of the year.
[Photo credit: Cave Springs Camp]
The United Church Bookstore: Free Call and Vision Merchandise Kit!
The United Church's Call and Vision is offered to the whole church as a way for us to reflect and live out God's call to Deep Spirituality, Bold Discipleship, and Daring Justice in our communities of faith.
To help spark this reflection and engagement, we are offering a limited-time collection of free Call and Vision merchandise, including a Call and Vision introduction brochure, a pen, a notepad, a sticker sheet, a window decal, and an embroidered badge featuring the Call and Vision logo.
Sign up today to receive a free package of Call and Vision merchandise and connect with one of our regional Growth Animators!
[Image credit: The United Church of Canada]
Save the Date: Audacious Hope National Gathering, July 3-6, 2024
You are invited to join us for theAudacious Hope National Gathering, a transformative event designed for youth, young adults, and their leaders.
Date: Wednesday, July 3-Saturday, July 6, 2024 Location: Brock University, 1812 Sir Isaac Brock Way, St. Catharines, ON Format: In person
Presented by the Rendez-vous 2024 team of The United Church of Canada and the uplift team of The Presbyterian Church in Canada, this event marks an exciting collaboration to inspire, empower, and uplift our communities. Find out more!
[Image credit: The United Church of Canada]
Worship Resources
See our Worship Resources for upcoming Sundays and special celebrations.
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