“It helps, now and then, to step back and take a long view. The kingdom is not only beyond our efforts, it is even beyond our vision. We accomplish in our lifetime only a tiny fraction of the magnificent enterprise that is God's work. Nothing we do is complete, which is a way of saying that the Kingdom always lies beyond us.” - Fr. Ken Untener Something I’ve been hearing a lot is that we are living in unprecedented times. Whether it’s politics, the climate, the Church, or trends in society I’m...
Author: Karen Wilson
Cambridge Street United Church in Lindsay, ON, is seeking a compassionate and friendly individual to take on the role of Pastoral Care & Youth Ministry. This position offers a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact across all generations of our congregation, blending pastoral care with youth engagement. Key Responsibilities •Provide Pastoral Care: Visit congregation members in their homes, nursing and retirement facilities, and hospitals, offering spiritual guidance and support, as...
The Ecumenical Shared Ministry [ESM] of St. Paul’s United Church and St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church, Bowmanville, is looking for a Music Director. GENERAL DETAILS: Music is an integral element of worship. The Music Director’s primary responsibility, in collaboration with the Minister and the Worship Committee, is to lead our Affirming Communities of Faith of ESM, in meaningful musical worship, via strong musical accompaniment on pipe organ and piano, and leadership of our 20+ voice SATB...
Uncertain Times: Developing the Theological and Ministry Skills We Need. Join us in person or via Zoom as we think about these challenging topics. Once again this year, our conference will take place over two days in the Ottawa area for those wishing to join us in person. We will hear from theme speakers Rev. Dr. Catherine Faith MacLean and Rev. Dr. Jesse Zink, with workshops led by Rev. Doug Throop, Rev. Stéphane Vermette, Rev. Jenni Leslie and Rev. Daniel Addai Fobi, and Becca Whitla. The...