For the remit vote, we are glad to hear that many of you are having conversations about the remit at your congregational meetings. Please also make sure your congregations understand that this is not something the congregation can vote on. The remit vote must be made by the pastoral charge governing body (Board or Council) and cannot be delegated to the congregation. The Board/Council members should vote according to their own discernment. That being said, it is great for the congregation to...
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Save the Date: The Day of Fellowship will launch us into the year long Centenary Celebration of the United Church with Greetings from General Secretary, The Rev. Michael Blair. Renewal and Transformation … A Season of Hope The day will begin with Gathering at 10:00am Morning service 10:30am - 12:00 noon Lunch Break 12:00 noon - 1:00pm Afternoon...
STEWARDSHIP ONLINE EVENT: Good News: How to Share the Impact of your Ministry Learn how to inspire current and potential donors with the story of your ministry, project or outreach initiative Hear how to tell your story when reporting to grant organizations or applying for a grant Inspire other communities of faith as we share the good news of God at work in our regions Session will include examples of inspiring stories from right here in our regions as well as time for discussion and Q&A....
Details we know so far: Time will be designated for each individual Regional Council to meet separately. Each Regional Council will be electing their GC45 Commissioners, President Elect and slate of Executive/Commission members. Friday May 24: 2 PM start & Friday evening The Right Rev. Dr. Carmen Lansdowne will speak Saturday, May 25: All day. Includes Celebration of Ministries Service in the afternoon Sunday, May 26: 9 AM to Noon: Includes Honouring of Retirees, Jubilands, In Memoriam,...
Prepare to Vote: Remit Q&A Session (Online) with Thérèse Samuel and John Egger Wednesday January 17, 2024 7:00-8:30 PM For Pastoral Charges ADVANCE REGISTRATION REQUIRED: Click here to register. Please prepare and submit your questions in advance: PREPARE for the Q&A Session: We ask that all participants have previously participated in an education workshop or...
