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, March 4, 2025
E-ssentials: The Moderator's 2025 PIE Day Message, Lenten Study, and more!
PIE Day 2025: Sing Out Proud!
PIE Day is March 14, a time to celebrate the full inclusion of Two Spirit and LGBTQIA+ people in communities of faith and beyond, across Canada.
The theme for PIE Day 2025 is "Sing Out Proud"! With Two Spirit and LGBTQIA+ rights under threat, it's more important than ever to show your support. Join Moderator Carmen Lansdowne as we highlight the incredible affirming work happening across the United Church and lift our voices in song. Discover the inspiring submissions from the PIE Day song contest and find ways to take action. Visit PieDay.ca and Affirmunited.Ause.ca to learn more.
The United Church Bookstore: Something Sacred Lenten Study Begins March 11
Join us for the highly anticipated Something SacredLenten study starting March 11th! The Rev. Stephen Fetter and fellow seekers are gathering for a transformative study, but spots are filling fast! Don't let this opportunity slip away! Dive into weekly readings and discover how music shapes your connection to the sacred. Softcover copies of Something Sacred are currently sold out, but the e-book is still available for immediate download from the United Church Bookstore. Secure your spot now and experience a Lent like never before!
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United Church and 30+ Asset Owners Urge Banks to Maintain Net Zero Commitments
The United Church of Canada joined 33 other asset owners this week in calling on the six biggest banks in Canada to maintain their net zero commitments. All six big banks left the UN-backed Net Zero Banking Alliance in January, following departures by the biggest U.S. banks ahead of Donald Trump’s inauguration. Read the full news post.
Mission and Service Stories: PIE—Public, Intentional, Explicit Inclusion
PIE Day in church circles has nothing to do with math. “PIE” is short for “public, intentional, and explicit”—the standards we hold ourselves to when we seek to live into being affirming, welcoming, and inclusive people and communities.
Your gifts through Mission and Service sustain life-transforming advocacy and education work, including supporting Two Spirit and LGBTQAI+ refugees fleeing for their lives and providing community awareness education, human rights programs, and safe spaces.
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Call for Nominations!
The United Church is strengthened by having a rich diversity of voices, experiences and identities present in all of its work. If you are a layperson, youth or young adult, person with a disability; if you identify as racialized, Indigenous or Francophone, consider expressing interest in the current call for nominations.
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Worship Resources
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