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SUMMARY:reVITALize
DESCRIPTION:reVITALize is a gathering for ministry leaders and lay people to REFRESH\, LEARN\, and BE SUPPORTED. Speakers talk about what is revitalizing them at the moment\, and time is given for people to gather with friends and colleagues and meet new folks. All denominations and traditions welcome! \nConference Dates: Wednesday\, June 7\, 2023 at 1:00 pm – Friday\, June 9\, 2023 at 4:00 pm \nLocations: St. Andrew’s United Church\, the Atlantic School of Theology\, and other locations in Halifax\, Nova Scotia \nCost:\nEarly Bird: Register on or before March 1st: $205 plus Eventbrite fee\nRegular: Register after March 2nd: $225 plus Eventbrite fee \nLearn more and register at www.revitalizeconference.ca!
URL:https://ecorcuccan.ca/event/revitalize/
LOCATION:Atlantic School of Theology\, Halifax\, Nova Scotia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Educational,Ministry & Personnel,Network Events,Workshops
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SUMMARY:Roar! Vacation Bible School - Trinity United Church\, Napanee
DESCRIPTION:Trinity United Church Napanee is excited to host ROAR Vacation Bible School Summer 2023!\nKindergarten to Grade 6\nTuesday July 4 – Friday July 7\, 9am to Noon!\nOnline Registration is now open.
URL:https://ecorcuccan.ca/event/roar-vacation-bible-school-trinity-united-church-napanee/
LOCATION:Trinity United Church – Napanee\, 25 Bridge Street East\, Napanee\, ON\, K7R 1R5\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community of Faith Events,Educational,Other Events,Vacation Bible School,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230706T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230706T130000
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SUMMARY:Bridges Out of Poverty
DESCRIPTION:The Outreach Committee invites you to a free 3-hour interactive presentation titled “Bridges Out of Poverty” at Mark Street United Church on Thursday\, July 6th from 1 to 4 p.m. Our dynamic and skilled speaker is Suzie Johnson-Smith\, a 30-year Social Services employee of the City of Peterborough. \nTo decide whether you would learn much by attending\, we offer you this quiz. The full answers will be shared during the workshop. \n1. What are the 11 resources one needs to feel secure and stable in life?\n2. Can you name 10 causes of poverty and the community conditions around them?\n3. Are you able to name 10 ways in which the poor are exploited?\n4. Being wealthy is hard! What do the wealthy strive for to feel successful? Do millionaires ever actually achieve this?\n5. What is the driving force for decision-making in the middle class?\n6. Why is it that ninety percent of “old wealth” families have lost their wealth by the third generation? \nBridges out of Poverty is a framework for understanding the three classes in Canada: the poor\, the middle class\, and the wealthy and the hidden rules of each.\nWhy are the hidden rules so different?\nCome and find out why! \nThere is no admission fee to this presentation but if you wish to make a freewill donation to the Outreach Committee\, we will say thank you. Please bring your own drink and snack. \nTo register\, email karindeschamp@gmail.com.
URL:https://ecorcuccan.ca/event/bridges-out-of-poverty/
LOCATION:Mark St. United Church\, Peterborough\, 90 Hunter Street East\, Peterborough\, Ontario\, K9H 1G5\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Educational,Workshops
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230922
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230923
DTSTAMP:20260429T204115
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SUMMARY:Bus Trip to Petroglyphs Provincial Park and Curve Lake First Nation
DESCRIPTION:More information HERE \nPayment can be made by cheque to Grace United Church\, Napanee\, or by e-transfer at graceuchurch@gmail.com.  Indicate ‘Sept 22 Bus Trip’ on the memo line of the cheque or in the notes section of the e-Transfer. Contact Grace United Church\, Napanee\, at 613-354-4373 or graceuchurch@gmail.com. Deadline to sign up for this Bus Trip:  September 8\, 2023 \n 
URL:https://ecorcuccan.ca/event/bus-trip-to-petroglyphs-provincial-park-and-curve-lake-first-nation/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:Educational,Indigenous,News,Other Events,Respectful Relations
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230928T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230930T130000
DTSTAMP:20260429T204115
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SUMMARY:Wild Church Leadership Retreat
DESCRIPTION:info@riseaboveguesthouse.ca
URL:https://ecorcuccan.ca/event/wild-church-leadership-retreat-2/
LOCATION:Rise Above Guest House/Cathedral of the Trees\, 470 East Road Loop\, Hastings Highlands\, K0L 1C0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Cathedral of the Trees,Educational,News,Other Events,Retreat
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20231020T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20231020T160000
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SUMMARY:Be Prepared
DESCRIPTION:Age-Friendly Peterborough is sponsoring this workshop to help keep you and your family stay safe in an emergency. A resource book with a $30 value will be distributed to everyone in attendance. Refreshments will be served. No admission fee.
URL:https://ecorcuccan.ca/event/be-prepared/
LOCATION:Mark St. United Church\, Peterborough\, 90 Hunter Street East\, Peterborough\, Ontario\, K9H 1G5\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Educational
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231025
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231026
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SUMMARY:Midweek 2023 “All Things Bright and Beautiful”
DESCRIPTION:Bay of Quinte UCW East Central Ontario Region\ninvites you to….\nMidweek 2023\n“All Things Bright and Beautiful”\nWith guest speaker Paul Oliver from Urban Nature\nHow can we help the birds in this time of climate change? \nPlease register HERE by October 18th
URL:https://ecorcuccan.ca/event/midweek-2023-all-things-bright-and-beautiful/
LOCATION:Greenbank United Church\, 19991 Highway 12\, Ontario\, L0C 1B0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Educational,United Church Women (UCW)
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231028
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231029
DTSTAMP:20260429T204115
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SUMMARY:Annual Fall Meeting - Celebration of Ministries
DESCRIPTION:Registration for this event is now closed to allow time to prepare for the meeting. Please direct any questions to Karen Wilson at kwilson@united-church.ca \nDear friends in Christ\, \nI am missing my extended church family! I greet you in the name of Christ\, the One who calls us to gather\, to celebrate and to support each other as we carry out sacred work. \nWould you like an opportunity to celebrate our shared ministry in East Central Ontario? Me too! \nPlease join us on Saturday\, October 28th at Emmanuel United Church in Odessa. Gather around the table\, at the foot of the cross\, as we recognize those among us who have made a lifelong commitment to serving and leading Christ’s church in this area. The doors will open at 9am with our meeting commencing at 10am. \nA highlight of the day will be the ordination of Morgan Bell\, ordinand from Omemee\, and recognizing the Licensed Lay Worship Leaders in our area. \nRegistration for this event closes on Monday October 23rd at 4pm to allow time for the caterer to prepare for the meeting. Details of the meeting and agenda will follow closer to the meeting. But I can tell you we will celebrate ministry of all types\, we will consider stewardship matters through budgeting and we will learn about the work of discerning currents\, our strategic planning leaders. \nBut none of this makes any sense if you are not present with us. I know some will require the help of Zoom to participate\, but there is room for all who wish to come in person. Masks are encouraged but not obligatory. \nEvents on Friday\, October 27th: Maybe you could set aside the afternoon\, Friday October 27? At 2:00pm there will be an opportunity to learn about the “Walking the Path of Peace Together” project\, a joint initiative between Faith United Church and the Kingston Indigenous community\, at 1467 Hwy 15\, Kingston. Please dress for the weather and BYO lawn chair and water. Please RSVP to Rev. Rodney Smith-Merkley by call or text at 705-313-2775. \nThere is also a Valdy concert in the evening at The Spire (Sydenham Street United Church): Canadian music legend Valdy is coming to town! It is Live Wire Music Series honour to present this beloved musician once again. Numerous Juno Awards\, Canadian Folk Music Awards and even an appointment to the Order of Canada\, Valdy has accomplished it all in his storied career. Opening the concert will be Gatineau’s Mia Kelly\, a very exciting new singer from Gatineau. Live Wire returns to The Spire for this concert\, a wonderful venue to present a Canadian music icon and a Canadian star in the making. Friday\, Oct. 27th at 7:30 pm at The Spire\, 82 Sydenham St. Kingston. Tickets: $25 in advance and $30 at the door (if available) at Brian’s Record Option and online at www.livewiremusicseries.ca \nI can’t wait to see you all! For now\, may the risen Christ bless you with good health\, abundant life and community. \nRev Wanda Stride\nSpeaker\, 2023-2024 assembly of elders
URL:https://ecorcuccan.ca/event/annual-fall-meeting-celebration-of-ministries/
LOCATION:Emmanuel United Church\, Odessa\, 63 Factory Street\, Odessa\, Canada
CATEGORIES:ECORC Events,Educational
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231110
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231111
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SUMMARY:Flourishing Tour - November 10th\, 2023
DESCRIPTION:Harvard University is talking about it. The Vatican is talking about it. UNESCO\, Delta Airlines and MetLife are talking about it. And we want Canada to talk about it\, too: \nFlourishing. \nJoin the Moderator as she embarks on a three-year journey to connect with the nation on big questions about how to flourish – in church\, among our leadership\, and within the broader community. Join the dialogue on this question of flourishing\, and how it could influence our future. \nFriday\, Nov. 10: from 9:00 a.m. to 4 p.m – Congregational workshop at Crossroads United Church\, 690 Sir John A. MacDonald Blvd.\, Kingston \nThe Mod’s Book Squad \nHave you chosen your beach read yet? We have a whole list for you! Starting Sept. 21\, 2023\, join Moderator Carmen Lansdowne and her guest in one of Canada’s biggest online book clubs. Confirmed guests include Elizabeth May\, Debra Thompson\, Charlie Angus\, Raja Khouri and David Giuliano\, among others. \nUntil June 2025\, these (mostly) monthly book club sessions will feature fiction\, non-fiction and poetry written by (mostly) Canadian authors. Sign up for one session\, for a few or for all of them. Through a lens of flourishing\, the books explore: \n\nDreaming\, utopias and dystopias\nThe environment and resource extraction\nUrban/rural difference of experience\nReconciliation\nPoverty\nThe theology of The United Church of Canada\n\nTo find out more\, email flourishing@united-church.ca.
URL:https://ecorcuccan.ca/event/flourishing-tour-november-9th-and-10th-2023/
LOCATION:Crossroads United Church\, 690 Sir John A. MacDonald Blvd\, Kingston\, Ontario\, K7M 1A2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Educational,Flourishing Tour
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20231110T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20231110T160000
DTSTAMP:20260429T204115
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LAST-MODIFIED:20230821T162616Z
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SUMMARY:Flourishing Congregational Workshop - November 10th
DESCRIPTION:Event Title: Flourishing KINGSTON\nDate: Friday\, November 10th\nTime: 9am to 4pm (in person)\nWhere:\nCrossroads United Church\n690 Sir John A. MacDonald Blvd\nKingston ON\, K7M 1A2\nTel: 613.542.9305 \nSummary: Spend a day with the Moderator\, engaging in reflection and energizing activities towards dream-oriented actions for our churches and communities. \nAll around the world – from universities to the United Nations\, from corporations to community organizations – people are talking about flourishing. Rooted in belonging\, flourishing means living with purpose and joy\, and bringing bold collaborative solutions to our world’s challenges. \nThe Moderator\, the Rev. Dr. Carmen Lansdowne\, wants to bring that conversation to The United Church of Canada. She invites us to connect to one another in hope\, with a deep conviction by a belief that\, despite all the challenges of church life in this day and age\, we can move from despair to transformation – from languishing to flourishing. \nIs your church flourishing? \n(Perhaps that’s the wrong question.) \nIs your church contributing to the flourishing of your community? \nHow might we truly be a flourishing church in the world? How might we live in deep spirituality\, bold discipleship and daring justice\, linked from coast to coast to coast in ministry that transforms us and the world around us? \nThese workshops are free. Register on CHURCHx – Flourishing Kingston
URL:https://ecorcuccan.ca/event/flourishing-congregational-workshop-november-10th/
LOCATION:Crossroads United Church\, 690 Sir John A. MacDonald Blvd\, Kingston\, Ontario\, K7M 1A2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:ECORC Events,Educational,EOORC Events,Flourishing Tour,News,Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20231122T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20231122T150000
DTSTAMP:20260429T204115
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SUMMARY:THEOLOGY/THEOLOGIES: Anti-racism\, Interfaith\, Intercultural IN PERSON Conference
DESCRIPTION:The earlier registration that included lunch options has now been closed but we would love to have you join us if you missed it! A reminder that you will have to bring your own lunch.  \nPlease join the Theology (and implementation) Conference being planned by the Anti-Racism\, Interfaith\, Intercultural Forum in our Region on Wednesday November 22\, 2023. This is a one day in person conference that is being held at Kingsview United Church\, Oshawa from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm. \nThe keynote speaker will be Rev. Dr. Jennifer Janzen-Ball\, Executive Minister for Theological Leadership\, The United of Canada. \nAfter hearing the keynote\, we look forward to responses by the following individuals: \n\nRev. Dr. Bill Smith\nShelley Knott Fife\nRev. Alan Boyd\nRev. Dr. Aruna Alexander\n\nIn addition\, you will be invited to share your ideas in smaller groups. The conference will conclude with a regional focus lead by Rev. Éric Hébert-Daly. \nThe upcoming conference\, through the lens of anti-racism\, interfaith and intercultural realities will recall for us the principles for justice work; countering antisemitism; engaging church in study of discipleship; theologies and histories of mission practices and impacts in The United Church. \nWe will also be singing our Theology\, and looking at real word consequences.  Our history of involvement in colonization will be mentioned as well as our work on right relations and reconciliation. \nWhile reflecting on the Theologies within The United Church of Canada\, we will be asking –\nwho is Jesus Christ for a church that values ecumenical and interfaith work\, and has made commitments about becoming an intercultural and anti-racist church?\nYou will be well informed about work with faculty at United Church theological schools who are engaged in anti-racism and decolonization theological education.  In addition\, the different approaches around interfaith work in a pluralistic Canadian society will be shared\, along with Canadian human rights issues. \nExecutive Minister Rev. Éric Hébert-Daly will focus our attention on the implications of our chosen priorities in working together as the Body of Christ in East Central Ontario Region. \nPlease remember to bring your own lunch as the caterer has already received the numbers\, thank you! \nAny questions about the conference please contact Rev. Dr. Aruna Alexander (drarunaalexander@cogeco.ca).
URL:https://ecorcuccan.ca/event/theology-theologies-anti-racism-interfaith-intercultural-in-person-event/
LOCATION:Kingsview United Church – Oshawa
CATEGORIES:Anti-Racism/Interfaith/Intercultural,ECORC Events,Educational
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20231206T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20231206T143000
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CREATED:20231115T145329Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231115T145329Z
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SUMMARY:“Managing Stress for Caregivers”  FREE Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Community Connections: “Managing Stress as A Caregiver” Workshop \nCaregivers: This workshop will not eliminate all the challenges of caregiving\, but it has been show to minimize the stress of caregivers in the moment. This 90-minute FREE workshop will provide participants with tools that will enable them to increase their self-care\, reduce personal stress\, learn the results of neglecting stress\, as well as experience relaxation techniques. It is but a teaser however. The full workshop is a six-week course into which you will delve driving issues\, sensory changes\, when it’s time to move\, end-of-life issues\, and much\, much\, more\, but we’ll save that for another time. \nThis in-person workshop Managing Stress: For Caregivers will be held in Friendship Hall on Wednesday\, December 6th from 1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. Please pre-register for this workshop using this link\nhttps://www.ceselfmanagement.ca/workshop?id=8954 or phone toll free 1 866-971-5545. Organizer: Karin DesChamp
URL:https://ecorcuccan.ca/event/managing-stress-for-caregivers-free-workshop/
LOCATION:Mark St. United Church\, Peterborough\, 90 Hunter Street East\, Peterborough\, Ontario\, K9H 1G5\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Educational
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20231213T125000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20231213T143000
DTSTAMP:20260429T204115
CREATED:20231123T173513Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231123T173513Z
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SUMMARY:Dementia Prevention: Dementia is not just a Condition of the Brain
DESCRIPTION:A webinar sponsored by the Retired Teachers of Ontario. Presenter is Dr. Romi Fung.
URL:https://ecorcuccan.ca/event/dementia-prevention-dementia-is-not-just-a-condition-of-the-brain/
LOCATION:Mark St. United Church\, Peterborough\, 90 Hunter Street East\, Peterborough\, Ontario\, K9H 1G5\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Educational,Information Sessions
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240123T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240123T210000
DTSTAMP:20260429T204115
CREATED:20240110T210644Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240110T210644Z
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SUMMARY:A Journey to The Parliament of World Religions
DESCRIPTION:From August 13-19\, 2023\, Rev. Sue and Glenn Genge attended and participated in the 2023 Parliament of the World’s Religions in Chicago\, Illinois\, U.S.A.  It was a fabulous life experience- a great opportunity for learning\, and sharing with over 8\,200 people from 97 countries representing 218 religious and spiritual traditions.  Some of the luminaries (speakers) are very well-known.  Join us on Zoom at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday\, January 23 to hear the story and see some of the pictures. Maybe you’ll be inspired to attend the next Parliament of the World’s Religions! Registration form below. \nOrganized by: ECORC’s Anti-Racism\, Interfaith and Intercultural Forum
URL:https://ecorcuccan.ca/event/a-journey-to-the-parliament-of-world-religions/
LOCATION:ZOOM (online)
CATEGORIES:Anti-Racism/Interfaith/Intercultural,ECORC Events,Educational,Information Sessions,Other Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240211T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240211T153000
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SUMMARY:MAPPING THE GROUND WE STAND ON
DESCRIPTION:As an action in learning truth for reconciliation\, The MS and Outreach Committee of Centennial Albert UC\, Eastern Central Ontario Regional Council is hosting an in-person workshop on Sunday February 11th\, 2024\, 12:30 to 3:30 including a break\, optional lunch 11:45-12:15. Event facilitated by Cheryl Marek\, volunteer PWRDF workshop facilitator. \nPlease register by 11:59 PM of Feb. 3rd\, by sending the registration form to cent.albert.uc@gmail.com \nClick HERE for more information and the registration form – please note the form will download directly to your device.
URL:https://ecorcuccan.ca/event/mapping-the-ground-we-stand-on/
LOCATION:Centennial Albert United Church\, 19 Rosehill Boulevard\,\, Oshawa\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community of Faith Events,Educational,Indigenous
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240308
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240316
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SUMMARY:Pilgrimage to El Salvador - March Break\, 2024
DESCRIPTION:Are you interested in joining a partnership that has blessed people across North America since the 1980s? Is the Spirit urging you to discover Christ’s work in communities that look dramatically different from your own? \nDuring March break 2024\, 30 people (26 pilgrims and 4 leaders) from the East Central Ontario Regional Council will travel to San Salvador to be guests of our global partners at Emmanuel Baptist Church. Through this week together you will learn about Salvadoran history\, perhaps help build a school\, community centre or church in rural El Salvador\, learn about peace making initiatives in a country with a violent history. In short\, your life will change. \nAre you ready for this? \nThen please consider joining us March 8-15\, 2024\, but before you complete this application\, please consider some important\, practical facts: \n\nEl Salvador has a tropical climate\, with especially high levels of pollution in the urban areas\nMuch of the terrain is volcanic and very steep. We will walk a fair bit on this trip.\nWe sleep in dorm rooms with 8 to 10 people.\n\n  \nWhile our hosts are well connected and make our safety and health their priority\, it is important to understand the political situation in El Salvador: \n\nEl Salvador remains under a state of “Special Emergency”\, whereby some legal rights remain suspended.\nThis has resulted in mass incarceration\, which many believe has reduced the activities of the gangs and significantly reduced the murder rate.\nHowever\, there are reports of false arrests and difficulty extracting young men from prison once arrested\, including citizens of other South and Central American countries.\n\n  \nFor more information\, which includes an information session in September\, please view our POSTER \nPlease fill out the application below if you are interested in joining us!
URL:https://ecorcuccan.ca/event/pilgrimage-to-el-salvador-march-break-2024/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:ECORC Events,Educational,News
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240328T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240328T100000
DTSTAMP:20260429T204115
CREATED:20240229T164410Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240229T164513Z
UID:91329-1711620000-1711620000@ecorcuccan.ca
SUMMARY:The Canadian Food Grains Bank Information Session
DESCRIPTION:The Canadian Food Grains Bank (CFGB) will be hosting an info session in Peterborough on Thursday March 28 at 10am at St Stephens Presbyterian Church to share how local farmers are coming together and invite any other people who may be interested in learning more of the value of supporting the CFGB in the Christian Response to Hunger. \nHave a question? Send via email or phone: (705) 743-4411
URL:https://ecorcuccan.ca/event/the-canadian-food-grains-bank-information-session/
LOCATION:St. Stephens Presbyterian Church\, 1140 St Paul's St\, Peterborough
CATEGORIES:Educational,Information Sessions
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240411
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240414
DTSTAMP:20260429T204115
CREATED:20240201T185416Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240201T185416Z
UID:89321-1712793600-1713052799@ecorcuccan.ca
SUMMARY:Coming Back to Life: A Courage and Renewal Retreat
DESCRIPTION:“Before you tell your life what you intend to do with it\, listen for what it intends to do with you. Before you tell your life what truths and values you have decided to live up to\, let your life tell you what truths you embody\, what values you represent.” – Parker J. Palmer\n\n\n\n\nAre you looking to come back to life with a sense of purpose and passion? Are you looking to reconnect your soul with your roles in life? Longing for time to rest and reflect? Trying to figuring out what is next and summon the courage to turn the page to your next chapter? This retreat is for you!\n\n\n\nMore information and to register HERE\n\nPlease note\, this is not an ECORC sponsored event
URL:https://ecorcuccan.ca/event/coming-back-to-life-a-courage-and-renewal-retreat/
LOCATION:Kingfisher Bay Retreat Centre\, 150 Fraser Estates Lane\, North Kawartha\, Ontario\, K0L 2H0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Educational,Kingfisher Bay Retreat Centre,News,Other Events,Retreat,Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240502T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240504T140000
DTSTAMP:20260429T204115
CREATED:20240228T200004Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240228T200004Z
UID:91180-1714665600-1714831200@ecorcuccan.ca
SUMMARY:Wild Church Leadership Retreat
DESCRIPTION:This is a retreat is for anyone wanting to learn more about leading wild church services. We especially encourage anyone who will lead or hopes to lead a wild church service in Algonquin Park in the summer to attend. \nIn Wild Church\, also known as Forest Church\, we attune ourselves to the Sacred through the earth and her creatures. The more-than-human world is part of the gathered congregation. \nWe gather to listen deeply\, explore creatively\, and live gratefully; and to be transformed by intentional connection with the ancient and sacred rhythms of the creation of which we are a part. Together we will read and study the Book of Nature. \nThe ancients say that to know nature is to know something of God. \nLeaders of this retreat\, Marilyn and Svinda will explore\, among other things\, what it means to lead a worship service that is not simply an indoor service moved to the outdoors; how to engage with all our senses\, knowing that the gathered community includes the human and more-than-human beings in our midst; and how to lead others to do the same. We will also share some spiritual practices that can be included in a wild church service. \nFor more information and to register\, please visit Rise Above Guest House Retreats \nIf you are interested in leading worship this summer\, we are asking that you fill out an application which you can find on our website along with more information regarding deadlines and when applications will be reviewed. \nAny questions can be directed to Marilyn and Svinda by email.
URL:https://ecorcuccan.ca/event/wild-church-leadership-retreat-3/
LOCATION:Rise Above Guest House/Cathedral of the Trees\, 470 East Road Loop\, Hastings Highlands\, K0L 1C0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Cathedral of the Trees,ECORC Events,Educational,EOORC Events,Information Sessions,Other Events,Retreat,Workshops
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=application/pdf:https://ecorcuccan.ca/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Clergy-retreat-May-2024-1.pdf
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240514T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240514T210000
DTSTAMP:20260429T204115
CREATED:20240425T184044Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240425T184044Z
UID:94934-1715713200-1715720400@ecorcuccan.ca
SUMMARY:What's Faith Got to do With it?
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://ecorcuccan.ca/event/whats-faith-got-to-do-with-it/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:Educational,Information Sessions
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240527T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240527T210000
DTSTAMP:20260429T204115
CREATED:20240509T152729Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240527T171041Z
UID:95162-1716838200-1716843600@ecorcuccan.ca
SUMMARY:Indigenous Justice and Respectful Relationship Network Zoom Drop-In
DESCRIPTION:Indigenous Justice and Respectful Relationship Network Zoom Drop-In: Join us on Monday\, May 27th from 7:30 to 9pm EST on zoom. This network is open to all individuals or communities of faith interested in reconciliation with indigenous peoples. Come to share\, come to learn! Please contact Reverend Rodney Smith-Merkley with any questions\, or see you there!
URL:https://ecorcuccan.ca/event/indigenous-justice-and-respectful-relationship-network-zoom-drop-in/
LOCATION:ZOOM (online)
CATEGORIES:ECORC Events,Educational,Indigenous,Respectful Relations
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240625
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240627
DTSTAMP:20260429T204115
CREATED:20240613T190335Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240613T190335Z
UID:96941-1719273600-1719446399@ecorcuccan.ca
SUMMARY:MVP Athlete Training
DESCRIPTION:The MVP Athlete program offers support & resources for athletes\, coaches & caregivers to enhance wellbeing in three core areas: Mental fitness\, spirituality (Values\, meaning and purpose)\, & Physical fitness and injury Prevention. Competitive athletics places physical & mental demands on athletes. Elite athletes push their body to its limits of speed\, strength and endurance. At the same time\, the mind is asked to push mental abilities such as focus\, composure\, & determination. Athletic excellence requires physical fitness\, technical skills\, tactical readiness\, & mental fitness. Join us to develop these skills. Come for the whole program\, or join us for the Gala on June 25 at 7pm.
URL:https://ecorcuccan.ca/event/mvp-athlete-training/
LOCATION:Lakefield United Church\, 47 Regent Street\, Lakefield\, Lakefield\, Ontario\, K0L 2H0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community of Faith Events,Educational,Formation
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240906
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240909
DTSTAMP:20260429T204115
CREATED:20240828T171716Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240828T171716Z
UID:108959-1725580800-1725839999@ecorcuccan.ca
SUMMARY:ECOR UCW Event - United and Strengthened
DESCRIPTION:Quin-Mo-Lac Weekend from September 6th – 8th\, 2024 “United and Strengthened” Join us for worship\, music\, night canoe or walks\, skits\, polar dips and more! Full weekend $175 or Saturday Daytimer $85. Register HERE! If you have any questions\, please contact UCW Registrar Ruth Wessell via email.
URL:https://ecorcuccan.ca/event/ecor-ucw-event-united-and-strengthened/
LOCATION:Camp Quin-Mo-Lac\, 336 Franks Road\, Tweed\, Ontario\, K0K 3J0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:ECORC Events,Educational,United Church Women (UCW)
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=application/pdf:https://ecorcuccan.ca/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/QML-2024-Poster-FINAL-1.pdf
ORGANIZER;CN="ECOR UCW":MAILTO:cdmound@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240913
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240916
DTSTAMP:20260429T204115
CREATED:20240828T132254Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240828T132254Z
UID:108933-1726185600-1726444799@ecorcuccan.ca
SUMMARY:Abraham Festival 2024: Connecting Threads for Peace
DESCRIPTION:Abraham Festival 2024 starting Friday\, September 13th. This is an event bringing together Christian\, Muslim\, and Jewish people and is being hosted at St. James United Church\, Peterborough this year. Given world events\, having Jewish\, Muslim and Christian groups come together is uplifting! The organizers are hoping to reach as many people as possible so please share as you wish. Find more information by visiting their website. \nAny questions can be directed by email to abrahamfestivalptbo@gmail.com
URL:https://ecorcuccan.ca/event/abraham-festival-2024-connecting-threads-for-peace/
LOCATION:St. James United Church\, Peterborough\, 221 Romaine Street\, Peterborough\, Ontario\, K9J 2C3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Educational,Interfaith/Intercultural,News,Other Events
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=application/pdf:https://ecorcuccan.ca/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/Poster-2024-final-1.pdf
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240925T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240925T190000
DTSTAMP:20260429T204115
CREATED:20240801T182111Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240911T165929Z
UID:105550-1727290800-1727290800@ecorcuccan.ca
SUMMARY:2024 Fall Information Sessions
DESCRIPTION:Prior to our upcoming Fall Meeting on November 16th at Trinity\, St. Andrew’s United Church (Brighton)\, we are inviting you to register for four pre-meeting ZOOM opportunities for a closer look and deeper conversation on things that matter. These are the opportunities for engagement\, discussion and learning. \nWednesday\, September 25th from 7-9pm EST: “GC45 Commissioners Meet and Greet” Come out and meet those who have let their name stand for Commissioners \nTuesday\, October 15th from 7-9pm EST:  Join us as the Ministry through Property Team presents the “Budget Proposal”. \nTuesday\, November 5th from 7-9pm EST: “Proposal Review” – a discussion about proposals received to be presented at the Fall General Meeting for approval. \nThese info sessions are open to all. They are an opportunity to engage with the presenters\, to become more knowledgeable of the workings of the Regional Council and perhaps most importantly\, your opportunity to influence the work and direction of the leadership teams. Dedicated info sessions are the time for engagement\, and we hope that you will join us in these opportunities. \nPlease register using the form below. Also\, please note\, you will not receive the Zoom link till the morning of the event(s). Please contact Karen Wilson at kwilson@united-church.ca with any questions.
URL:https://ecorcuccan.ca/event/2024-fall-information-sessions/
LOCATION:zoom
CATEGORIES:ECORC Events,Educational,Information Sessions
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241009
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241114
DTSTAMP:20260429T204115
CREATED:20240917T132538Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240917T132544Z
UID:110379-1728432000-1731542399@ecorcuccan.ca
SUMMARY:Faith\, Fun and Fellowship following the Iona Rule
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://ecorcuccan.ca/event/faith-fun-and-fellowship-following-the-iona-rule/
LOCATION:Cambridge Street United Church\, 61 Cambridge Street North\, Lindsay\, Ontario\, K9V 4C9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community of Faith Events,Educational
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241021
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241023
DTSTAMP:20260429T204115
CREATED:20240821T153155Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240821T153529Z
UID:108114-1729468800-1729641599@ecorcuccan.ca
SUMMARY:ANNUAL THEOLOGY CONFERENCE
DESCRIPTION:What if … ? Deep Spirituality\, Bold Discipleship\, Daring Justice \nAnnual Theology Conference 2024 from October 21–22\, 2024 \nJoin us for insightful discussions and engaging presentations in an ecumenical setting. This event is a great opportunity to connect with church leaders and strengthen your sense of how to make church relevant in 2024. Don’t miss out on this enriching experience! \nTheme Speakers include the Rev. Jennifer Henry and the Rt. Rev. Bruce Meyers. \nFor more information and to register to attend either in person or via Zoom\, please go to the Annual Theology Conference website: https://annualconference.ca/
URL:https://ecorcuccan.ca/event/annual-theology-conference/
LOCATION:Bells Corners United Church\, 3955 Old Richmond Road\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K2H 5C5\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Educational,National church training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241115T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241115T163000
DTSTAMP:20260429T204115
CREATED:20241009T155038Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241107T143323Z
UID:110992-1731677400-1731688200@ecorcuccan.ca
SUMMARY:ECORC Media Training Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Whether it’s a sudden story that grabs the community’s attention or a unique initiative you’d like to promote\, understanding how the news media work will help your church convey its message effectively. This United Church-specific workshop will give you practical skills you can use to highlight your church’s faithful response in a society that often assumes conservative and evangelical voices speak for all Christians. You’ll learn about the pressures today’s news organizations face\, how to prepare for an interview and how to tell your good-news stories. Please note that this workshop will mainly focus on interactions with traditional news media\, rather than on the use of social media. Bring your questions! \nPlease join us as we are led through this workshop with LLWL member\, Nancy Payne\, on Friday\, November 15th at Trinity-St. Andrew’s United Church in Brighton from 1:30-4:30. Please note that this is an in-person workshop and will not be available on Zoom\, however\, the event will be recorded but not shared publicly and will only be available for a specified amount of time. For those who are interested and unable to attend\, please check “regrets” on the registration form and a recording of the workshop will be sent to you. \nThis workshop is open to all and will be of particular interest to those who have media relations/communications responsibilities or a desire to strengthen these skills. \nDeadline to register\, November 13th.
URL:https://ecorcuccan.ca/event/ecorc-media-training-workshop/
LOCATION:Trinity St. Andrew’s United Church\, Brighton\, 56 Prince Edward Street\, Brighton\, Ontario\, K0K 1H0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:ECORC Events,Educational,Information Sessions,News,Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250212T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250212T210000
DTSTAMP:20260429T204115
CREATED:20250113T161025Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250113T162809Z
UID:120111-1739386800-1739394000@ecorcuccan.ca
SUMMARY:Racism in Church and Society with Guest Speaker The Rev. Dr. Anthony Bailey
DESCRIPTION:Honouring The United Church of Canada’s commitment to observe Black History Month in Canada each year\, the East Central Region’s Forum on Anti-Racism\, Interfaith\, Intercultural Forum has invited the renowned Rev. Dr. Anthony Bailey as our guest speaker for February 2025.  He has recently retired from Ministry\, and has a profound experience to share with us regarding issues of Racism in Church and Society.  Anthony will share insights from his personal and professional perspectives\, offering us both reflective and practical pathways for our journey towards eradicating Racism from our Christian journey of Faith. A Q&A session is being planned as well. \n\nWe invite you to join us on:\nDate: February 12\, 2025\nTime: 7:00 – 9:00 pm\nPlace: Zoom \nIf you have any questions\, please contact The Rev. Dr. Aruna Alexander via email. \n\nPlease register below.
URL:https://ecorcuccan.ca/event/racism-in-church-and-society-with-guest-speaker-the-rev-dr-anthony-bai/
LOCATION:ZOOM (online)
CATEGORIES:Anti-Racism,Anti-Racism/Interfaith/Intercultural,Black History Month,ECORC Events,Educational
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250504T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250504T130000
DTSTAMP:20260429T204115
CREATED:20250414T162732Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250414T162732Z
UID:125341-1746360000-1746363600@ecorcuccan.ca
SUMMARY:End of Life Care: Information Session
DESCRIPTION:Join us as we host Elizabeth McNaught on Sunday May 4th\, 2025 at noon for an information session on end of life care. Elizabeth will cover topics such as Death Doula: Companion and Respite Care\, Living Wills\, Palliative Care\, Advanced Care Planning\, Substitute Decision Maker\, Celebration of Life\, and Legacy Projects.\nCome prepared with your questions!
URL:https://ecorcuccan.ca/event/end-of-life-care-information-session/
LOCATION:Faith United\, Courtice\, 1778 Nash Road\, Courtice\, ON\, L1E 2L9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Educational,Information Sessions
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ORGANIZER;CN="Faith United Church%2C Courtice":MAILTO:office@faithunited.ca
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