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.
Wednesday, August 5, 2026
E-ssentials: Walk with Grassy Narrows for Mercury Justice, A Message of Peace, and more!
River Run 2026: Walk with Grassy Narrows for Mercury Justice
[Image credit: Grassy Narrows River Run]
For decades, Grassy Narrows First Nation has faced devastating harm from mercury poisoning, with lasting impacts on the community’s health, culture, and livelihoods.
On September 23, United Church communities of faith across the country are invited to stand in solidarity with Grassy Narrows by amplifying the community’s message or joining the United Church contingent at the River Run. The Toronto rally begins at noon at Grange Park.
In Nanjing's Tragic History, United Church Youth Find a Message of Peace
[Image credit: Photo by Luke Doiron]
Content warning: This article contains disturbing details of war crimes, including murder and sexual violence.
During a United Church youth exchange in China, Luke Doiron visited museums documenting the 1937–1938 Nanjing Massacre. Reflecting on this difficult history, the resilience of Nanjing’s people, and scripture’s call to live peacefully, Luke considers why remembering the atrocities of war is essential to building a more peaceful future.
What happens when churches talk openly about class? Bridging Poverty and Privilege is a new CHURCHx online course developed by Bedford House that invites participants to explore how poverty, privilege, and social class shape our relationships, communities, and ministries.
Through six engaging modules, participants will examine common assumptions about helping, discover practical ways to build authentic relationships across class lines, and explore how churches can foster communities rooted in dignity, mutuality, and belonging.
Ideal for church leaders, small groups, volunteers, and anyone seeking to build stronger, more connected communities, this course is available nationally through CHURCHx.
The United Church Bookstore: New! Passion, Power, and Promise
[Image credit: The United Church of Canada]
Discover the Holy Spirit from a global perspective in Robert C. Fennell’s engaging new book Passion, Power, and Promise: Introducing the Holy Spirit. Drawing on ancient Christian sources, the Reformers, and the world’s United and Uniting Churches, Fennell explores the Spirit’s work to transform all people and the whole creation. Questions accompanying each chapter make this an excellent resource for personal reflection or group study.
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