Black History Month was commemorated by Consecon United Church, Prince Edward County, and Kingsview United Church, Oshawa on Sundays February 2 and 9 respectively. A community event was held at the Belleville Public Library as well. Guest speaker for each was Rev. Dr. Aruna Alexander, member of ECORC's Formation, Nurture, and Justice Team. Generally, the verbal and visual presentation focused on contributions made to church, society, and to the world by selected Canadian/ American/Caribbean...
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The Cat in the Hat? This Kawartha Highlands skit was a highlight of the UCW weekend in 2019.
The Nominations Team of the East Central Ontario Regional Council welcome people to come forward with their expressions of interest for three roles: Nominations team -- 1 position Assembly of Elders -- 1 position Vision writing team -- up to 8 positions As we become an affirming ministry, ECORC celebrates all people, and encourage each of you to consider lending your voice and experience to the work of Christ's church in this area. For more information please contact Rev. Wanda Stride, chair...
United Church of Canada News
- In Support of Wet’suwet’en February 14, 2020Letter to the church from the Moderator and the National Indigenous Elders Council
- Coronavirus Update: United Church Response February 7, 2020The United Church continues to support the ecumenical response to the coronavirus outbreak in China.
- Moderator Urges Prime Minister to Oppose US Middle East Plan February 5, 2020In a letter to Prime Minister Trudeau, Moderator Richard Bott urges Canada to oppose the United States’ Middle East “peace plan.”
- Statement on the 75th Anniversary of the Liberation of Auschwitz January 30, 2020This week marks the 75th anniversary of the liberation of the Auschwitz concentration camp.
- Coronavirus: United Church Response January 27, 2020The United Church is part of an ecumenical response that will provide medical supplies for first responders and communities in Wuhan, China.
- Search for Next General Secretary Begins January 24, 2020Announcing the selection committee for the next General Secretary.
- Celebrate International Development Week 2020 January 20, 2020The United Church will celebrate International Development Week (February 2–8, 2020) by lifting up stories of Canadian and global Mission & Service partners.
- Have a Heart Day 2020 January 17, 2020Take some time as a community of faith on a Sunday between January 26 and February 9 to mark a different kind of Valentine’s Day: Have a Heart Day.
- 2019 Another Great Year for The Healing Fund January 15, 2020In 2019, The Healing Fund provided more than $300,000 to support Indigenous communities in language and culture programs.
- United Church Launches Enhanced Whistleblower Program January 14, 2020The church has introduced a reporting system for anyone to raise concerns about suspected wrongdoing by an employee of the General Council Office or a regional council.