United Church of Canada

In her Pentecost message, Moderator Carmen Lansdowne shares how Spirit is interceding in our lives, stoking the winds of change. May we feel the winds of God on our faces and the flames of Pentecost… continue reading

Flourishing Halifax keynote address helped one team envision connections between health care and dementia-friendly communities.

In a rare opportunity, The United Church of Canada has partnered with the 2024 Stars on Ice tour as part of our strategic plan to Strengthen Invitation.

Moderator Carmen Lansdowne is joining the Gaza Ceasefire Pilgrimage and encourages everyone who can to join the pilgrimage in Ottawa on May 22.

Mobilize for a just peace in Palestine and Israel. If you’re not sure what you can do, this list can help focus your efforts.

In a preliminary court hearing, judge upholds politically motivated charges against United Church partners in El Salvador.

The National Indigenous Council shares their vision statement with the whole church and offer words of thanks for all who have brought the church to this moment.

As a member of KAIROS Canada, The United Church of Canada urges communities of faith to join the Pilgrimage for Gaza through April and May.

Jane Thirikwa, United Church Program Coordinator, Global Advocacy 2SLGBTQIA+, joined the Rainbow Pilgrims of Faith delegation to World Council of Churches in March 2024.

The Patriarchs and Heads of Churches in Jerusalem have released an Easter letter that speaks especially to the people of Gaza.

One year after their arrest on politically motivated charges, five prominent Salvadoran water defenders are scheduled to stand trial starting on April 3.

Moderator the Right Rev. Dr. Carmen Lansdowne engages global partners in Zambia and Kenya about their capacity to both flourish and cultivate flourishing in the communities they serve.

During Earth Week, April 21‒28, let’s show up For the Love of Creation.

Letter expresses gratitude for restored funding to UNRWA, but urges an immediate and permanent ceasefire.

On March 21, International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination, and every day there are many practical ways to work towards anti-racism.

The Manual, 2024, is on the Handbooks and Guidelines page of this website, while older editions have been collected into a folder on the United Church Commons.

The United Church of Canada joins Affirm United/S’affirmer Ensemble and Affirming Connections in urging individuals and communities of faith to commit to concerted efforts to be Public, Intentional,… continue reading

In her National Affirming/PIE Day message, Moderator Carmen Lansdowne encourages us all to look for ways to build relationships outside our communities of faith and truly show up in a public way in… continue reading

War in Gaza possibly “deadliest 100 days” of the 21st century according to report from UN regional commission.

Two years in, the war in Ukraine continues. A letter written by ecumenical leaders invites us to pray and continue actions for peace in Ukraine.