BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//East Central Ontario Regional Council of the United Church of Canada - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://ecorcuccan.ca X-WR-CALDESC:Events for East Central Ontario Regional Council of the United Church of Canada REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Toronto BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20270314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20271107T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20280312T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20281105T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260217T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260217T190000 DTSTAMP:20260501T093553 CREATED:20260202T200342Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260202T200342Z UID:134800-1771347600-1771354800@ecorcuccan.ca SUMMARY:Shrove Tuesday Pancake Supper DESCRIPTION: URL:https://ecorcuccan.ca/event/shrove-tuesday-pancake-supper-2/ LOCATION:Kingsview United Church – Oshawa CATEGORIES:Community of Faith Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ecorcuccan.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Screenshot-2026-02-02-150009.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260217T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260217T190000 DTSTAMP:20260501T093553 CREATED:20260205T185726Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T185726Z UID:134859-1771347600-1771354800@ecorcuccan.ca SUMMARY:Shrove Tuesday Pancake Supper DESCRIPTION: URL:https://ecorcuccan.ca/event/shrove-tuesday-pancake-supper-3/ LOCATION:St. James United Church\, Peterborough\, 221 Romaine Street\, Peterborough\, Ontario\, K9J 2C3\, Canada CATEGORIES:Community of Faith Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ecorcuccan.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/623821692_26166749339598922_3514045042596568277_n.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260224T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260224T160000 DTSTAMP:20260501T093553 CREATED:20260119T162738Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260119T162738Z UID:134433-1771934400-1771948800@ecorcuccan.ca SUMMARY:Roots & Branches: A History of the United Church in North Marysburgh in Our Own Words DESCRIPTION:Roots and Branches bring history to life in a community-inspired\, collected and oral history of the United Church in North Marysburgh in PEC\, from the 1700s to today. This is an event and an experience in two parts\, not to be missed. \nFirst\, in Burley Hall (our log cabin community space) you’ll find engaging displays of original artefacts\, then-and-now photographs\, fascinating original books and newspaper clippings about the people and times past\, historic maps\, and more\, pertaining to the ancestral churches of the original township of North Marysburgh. We collected this history by visiting historic sites\, scanning local archives and through community collaboration. Enjoy coffee\, tea and light refreshments. Small coffee tables will be set up for browsing historic clippings and photographs. \nSecond\, we’ve prepared a self-guided tour of our historic chapel next door. The small\, simple church\, built in 1877\, is officially a Prince Edward County Designated Heritage Building. Inside you’ll find a self-guided tour pointing out subtle\, charming and fascinating features of the space and its history. You’ll hear recordings of local historians telling their stories and memories of the churches of North Marysburgh in their own words. Interwoven with these recordings\, old-time hymns will fill the sanctuary with sacred melodies. Guests are welcome to light a candle and stay for a moment of quiet prayer or contemplation. URL:https://ecorcuccan.ca/event/roots-branches-a-history-of-the-united-church-in-north-marysburgh-in-our-own-words/ LOCATION:Cressy Glenora United Church\, 3442 County Road 7\, Prince Edward County\, On\, Canada CATEGORIES:Community of Faith Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ecorcuccan.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/aaron.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260228T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260228T120000 DTSTAMP:20260501T093553 CREATED:20260127T150348Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260127T150348Z UID:134655-1772272800-1772280000@ecorcuccan.ca SUMMARY:The Way of Christ DESCRIPTION:8 Spiritual Disciplines That Empower and Guide Us In our Discipleship.\nThere will be phone / online follow-up through the Season of Lent.\nWorkbook included.\nRednersville Albury Community Church\n2681 County Road 3 (Rednersville Road)\, Prince Edward County\nFacilitator: Rev. Bradley Ford\nFor more info or to register contact Rev Brad at 613-920-1476 URL:https://ecorcuccan.ca/event/the-way-of-christ/ LOCATION:Rednersville Albury United Church\, 2681 County Rd 3\, Carrying Place\, Ontario\, K0K 1L0\, Canada CATEGORIES:Retreat ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ecorcuccan.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Lent-Poster-with-Earth-Tone-Palette.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260302T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260302T210000 DTSTAMP:20260501T093553 CREATED:20260330T162355Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260330T162355Z UID:135899-1772478000-1772485200@ecorcuccan.ca SUMMARY:Benfit Concert for Brooksong Retreat and Cancer Centre DESCRIPTION: URL:https://ecorcuccan.ca/event/benfit-concert-for-brooksong-retreat-and-cancer-centre/ LOCATION:Trinity United Church – Bobcaygeon\, 44 William Street\, Bobcaygeon\, Ontario\, K0M 1A0\, Canada CATEGORIES:Community of Faith Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ecorcuccan.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Screenshot-2026-03-30-121334.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260320T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260320T130000 DTSTAMP:20260501T093553 CREATED:20260217T151503Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260217T151503Z UID:135022-1774000800-1774011600@ecorcuccan.ca SUMMARY:Emmanuel Book and Craft Supplies Sale DESCRIPTION:A Sale with a difference – Good Used books\, Children’s Books\, jigsaw puzzles\, dolls and doll clothes and craft supplies of all sorts at bargain prices: Yarn\, fabric remnants\, needlework and knitting/crocheting tools\, notions\, patterns\, kids crafts\, jewelry/bead making\, scrapbooking\, paper and wood crafts…anything and everything. Quilts for local charities. Visiting Corner with coffee & muffins available. Donations accepted up to March 15. For information or to donate items contact Cheryl at 613 395 0914 or cdmound@gmail.com A two day event Friday and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. both days. URL:https://ecorcuccan.ca/event/emmanuel-book-and-craft-supplies-sale/ LOCATION:Emmanual United Church\, Foxboro\, 458 Ashley Street\, Foxboro\, Ontario\, K0K 2B0\, Canada CATEGORIES:United Church Women (UCW) ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ecorcuccan.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Emmanuel-UCW-Book-Craft-supplies-sale-2026-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260325T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260325T143000 DTSTAMP:20260501T093553 CREATED:20260217T151718Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260217T151718Z UID:135018-1774431000-1774449000@ecorcuccan.ca SUMMARY:Kente Area UCW Annual Meeting DESCRIPTION:“Serving Others” is the theme of a day to hear how one woman used her life experience to make a difference\, share in worship\, music\, news of neighbour groups\, a fellowship meal and elect Area UCW Leadership Team for the coming year. All are invited to attend including guests from other churches or community members. \nSend in UCW group numbers or register as a guest by March 17 with Alfreda Rupert 613 369 1581 alfreda.rupert1@gmail.com URL:https://ecorcuccan.ca/event/kente-area-ucw-annual-meeting/ LOCATION:St. Mark’s United Church\, Cannifton\, 237 Cannifton Road North\, Cannifton\, ON\, K0H 1K0\, Canada CATEGORIES:United Church Women (UCW) ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ecorcuccan.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/2026-Kente-UCW-Annual-poster-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260331T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260331T193000 DTSTAMP:20260501T093553 CREATED:20260318T151332Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260318T151332Z UID:135609-1774978200-1774985400@ecorcuccan.ca SUMMARY:Trans Day of Visibility DESCRIPTION: URL:https://ecorcuccan.ca/event/trans-day-of-visibility/ LOCATION:The Spire at Sydenham Street United Church\, 82 Sydenham Street\, Kingston\, Ontario\, Canada CATEGORIES:Community of Faith Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ecorcuccan.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Final-TDOV-Poster-2.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260408T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260408T113000 DTSTAMP:20260501T093553 CREATED:20260310T143344Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260310T143344Z UID:135470-1775642400-1775647800@ecorcuccan.ca SUMMARY:Confronting Christian Antisemitism\, Supporting Justice for Palistinians DESCRIPTION:Register by April 1 at https://forms.gle/3uezXs3Va2kxZsA6A URL:https://ecorcuccan.ca/event/confronting-christian-antisemitism-supporting-justice-for-palistinians/ LOCATION:ZOOM (online) CATEGORIES:ECORC Events,Educational,Interfaith/Intercultural,Network Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ecorcuccan.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Screenshot-2026-03-10-103035.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260417T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260417T220000 DTSTAMP:20260501T093553 CREATED:20260331T164312Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T164344Z UID:135925-1776445200-1776463200@ecorcuccan.ca SUMMARY:Dinner Theatre DESCRIPTION:Enjoy cocktails and hors d’oeuvres while bidding at our Silent Auction. Then move to the Sanctuary for a lovely 4 course Greek dinner while enjoying the play (written by a local playwright\, Mike Kashmanian)\, “Mask of the Golden Gaels”. End the evening by meeting the cast and collecting your winning Auction Items!! URL:https://ecorcuccan.ca/event/dinner-theatre/ LOCATION:Westminster United Church Whitby\, 1850 Rossland Rd. East\, Whitby\, Ontario\, L1N 4V7\, Canada CATEGORIES:Community of Faith Events,Fundraiser ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ecorcuccan.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Dinner-Theatre-Poster-2026.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260418 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260420 DTSTAMP:20260501T093553 CREATED:20260309T182618Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T183636Z UID:135425-1776470400-1776643199@ecorcuccan.ca SUMMARY:The Hilliker Preaching Lectureship DESCRIPTION:The Hilliker Preaching Lectureship\, a weekend-long learning event\, is co-hosted by Sydenham Street United Church and Chalmers United Church (please note the venues on the poster for each event) \nIn the midst of a loneliness epidemic\, how can we find greater personal purpose? How can we cultivate meaningful connections and communities? Join us for a FREE Saturday morning workshop and Sunday morning worship service exploring these questions and more with Rev. Dr. John Pentland. \nJohn is an author\, speaker and minister who deeply values curiosity and connection. He has been in ministry at Hillhurst United Church (Calgary) for over 20 years. He is known for connecting faith and culture\, as well as his commitment to “good public theology.” He completed a doctor of ministry at Chicago Theological Seminary in 2004. His dissertation\, entitled “Speaking Faith in Public Space\,” tackled the question of how to talk about faith outside of church. \nHe writes as a columnist with the Calgary Herald\, regularly contributes letters and opinion essays to The Globe and Mail\, and in 2015 published a book about the journey of his thriving community of faith. \nCheck out these articles about John’s career and congregation: John Pentland throws his hat in the ring for United Church moderator | Broadview Magazine and This Calgary church nearly closed. Now it’s flourishing. | Broadview Magazine \nRead more about John’s book on congregational renewal\, Fishing Tips: How Curiosity Transformed a Community of Faith: Fishing Tips : How Curiosity Transformed a Community of Faith – United Church Bookstore \nRegister for the workshop URL:https://ecorcuccan.ca/event/the-hilliker-preaching-lectureship/ LOCATION:The Spire at Sydenham Street United Church\, 82 Sydenham Street\, Kingston\, Ontario\, Canada CATEGORIES:Community of Faith Events,Educational,Workshops ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ecorcuccan.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Screenshot-2026-03-09-141811.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260420T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260420T213000 DTSTAMP:20260501T093553 CREATED:20260319T131312Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T131405Z UID:135625-1776711600-1776720600@ecorcuccan.ca SUMMARY:No More Silent Battles DESCRIPTION:Mark Street United Church is very excited to launch the viewing of this documentary and discussion about transforming home care for individuals suffering with dementia. It will take place on Monday\, April 20th at 7 p.m. \n“NO MORE SILENT BATTLES” is directed by local and well-renowned\, Dr. Jenny Ingram\, Internal and Geriatric Medicine. Dr. Ingram has worked with seniors for decades and has witnessed declining memory and different forms of dementia in many of her patients. Rather than accept the status quo\, Dr. Ingram directed this film and included local people to tell their stories about wanting to keep their loved one at home and how difficult that is without adequate support and resources. \nCome and join the discussion and we’ll problem solve and find some authentic and realistic solutions. Dr. Ingram will be present and will answer your pressing questions and concerns following the viewing. URL:https://ecorcuccan.ca/event/__trashed-4/ LOCATION:Mark St. United Church\, Peterborough\, 90 Hunter Street East\, Peterborough\, Ontario\, K9H 1G5\, Canada CATEGORIES:Educational ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ecorcuccan.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/No-More-Silent-Battles.png ORGANIZER;CN="Karin DesChamp":MAILTO:karindeschamp@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260424 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260426 DTSTAMP:20260501T093553 CREATED:20260325T193931Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260325T193931Z UID:135796-1776988800-1777161599@ecorcuccan.ca SUMMARY:INDOOR & OUTDOOR YARD SALE DESCRIPTION: URL:https://ecorcuccan.ca/event/indoor-outdoor-yard-sale-2/ LOCATION:Westminster United Church\, Belleville\, 1199 Wallbridge Loyalist Rd\, Belleville\, Ontario\, K8N 4Z5\, Canada CATEGORIES:Community of Faith Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ecorcuccan.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Screenshot-2026-03-25-153752.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260424T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260424T150000 DTSTAMP:20260501T093553 CREATED:20260223T203821Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260223T203821Z UID:135082-1777021200-1777042800@ecorcuccan.ca SUMMARY:East Central Ontario Region UCW Annual DESCRIPTION:“Reaching Out” is the theme of a spirit-filled day from 9 to 3 on Friday\, April 24 at Trinity-St Andrew’s in Brighton. Speakers Wanda Stride (UCC Reaching Out)\, Joni Shawana\, Healing Fund (Healing with Horses via zoom)\, and Janet and Helmut Enns(Friends of Migrant Workers in Brighton) are sure to inspire. Also Grand River Books\, Fair Trade\, Healing Fund\, Old Hay Bay Church and Indigenous Lending Library displays. Cost for the day including lunch $30. \nRegister online HERE or contact Registrar – Marion McComb – hillsandshoresucw@gmail.com URL:https://ecorcuccan.ca/event/east-central-ontario-region-ucw-annual-2/ LOCATION:Trinity St. Andrew’s United Church\, Brighton\, 56 Prince Edward Street\, Brighton\, Ontario\, K0K 1H0\, Canada CATEGORIES:United Church Women (UCW) ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ecorcuccan.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/ECOR-UCW-ANNUAL-2026-Poster-Final-Edit-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="ECOR UCW":MAILTO:cdmound@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260426T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260426T160000 DTSTAMP:20260501T093553 CREATED:20260325T193524Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260325T193524Z UID:135776-1777212000-1777219200@ecorcuccan.ca SUMMARY:The Monarch at Trinity United Church DESCRIPTION:Trinity Presents invites you to Trinity United Church\, Napanee\, on Sunday\, April 26 at 2pm to enjoy an afternoon of music with The Monarchs; a Kingston based band who play Old and Classic Rock and Roll.\nAdults $20\, Students $10 and 12 and under free. Tickets will be available at Gray’s IDA\, Marie’s Place and at the door. URL:https://ecorcuccan.ca/event/the-monarch-at-trinity-united-church/ LOCATION:Trinity United Church – Napanee\, 25 Bridge Street East\, Napanee\, ON\, K7R 1R5\, Canada ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ecorcuccan.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/The-Monarchs-Poster.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260428T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260428T203000 DTSTAMP:20260501T093553 CREATED:20260415T174505Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260420T134332Z UID:136130-1777402800-1777408200@ecorcuccan.ca SUMMARY:ECORC's Spring Learning Event - ONLINE DESCRIPTION:Please register using the form below: \n\n\n \n \n 2026 ECORC Spring Learning Session\n Join us online on April 28th at 7pm to learn more about ECORC's updated Strategic Plan! \n \n X/TwitterThis field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.Please begin registration herePrior to the Spring Annual General Meeting\, ECORC's Vision Keepers Team will be hosting a Learning session regarding our updated Strategic Plan. Name*\n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n \n Email*\n \n \n Enter Email\n \n \n \n Confirm Email\n \n \n PronounsPlease share what pronouns you use (if you feel comfortable doing so)Phone(please provide if you will be phoning into the gathering)Extension\, if anyPrivacy information and consentThe East Central Ontario Regional Council (ECORC) protects your personal information by adhering to all legislative requirements with respect to privacy. The collection of information on this registration form is for the purposes of the East Central Ontario Regional Council (ECORC) only.\n\nConsent* I agree to the privacy policy and the collection of personal information.RepresentationRole and/or Status*Please choose the one answer that best describes your role and/or status of your ministry\n \n \n Ministry Personnel (Called\, Settled\, Appointed)\n \n \n \n Other Ministry Personnel (Retired\, Retained)\n \n \n \n Elected Lay Representative\n \n \n \n Licensed Lay Worship Leader (LLWL)\n \n \n \n Other (Guest\, Staff etc)\n If 'other' please describe your role/statusName and location of your community of faith*EquityPlease let us know if there is anything we need to be aware of to make the zoom webinar a better experience for you. Thank you.End of registration - click Submit to completeCAPTCHA URL:https://ecorcuccan.ca/event/ecorcs-spring-learning-event/ LOCATION:ZOOM (online) CATEGORIES:ECORC Events,Educational,Information Sessions ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ecorcuccan.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Media.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260502T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260502T140000 DTSTAMP:20260501T093553 CREATED:20260420T132012Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260420T132026Z UID:136147-1777708800-1777730400@ecorcuccan.ca SUMMARY:SPRING RUMMAGE SALE DESCRIPTION:Join us for our Spring Rummage Sale on Saturday\, May 2 from 8:00 am to 2:00 pm. – PLEASE NOTE NEW HOURS. Are you ready for some fantastic finds? This sale promises something for everyone including clothing for men\, women\, and children\, books\, housewares\, games and puzzles\, and so much more. But that’s not all! From 12:30 pm to 2:00 pm\, it’s our Bring-Your-Bag-to-Fill event for just $4.00 or more – PLEASE NOTE NEW PRICE (depending on the size of your bag)\, you can stuff it full of treasures from our sale. We can’t wait to see you there! URL:https://ecorcuccan.ca/event/spring-rummage-sale-2/ LOCATION:Cambridge Street United Church\, 61 Cambridge Street North\, Lindsay\, Ontario\, K9V 4C9\, Canada CATEGORIES:Community of Faith Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ecorcuccan.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Spring-Rummage-Sale-2026-8.5-×-11-in.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260502T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260502T150000 DTSTAMP:20260501T093553 CREATED:20260427T155706Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260427T155706Z UID:136220-1777726800-1777734000@ecorcuccan.ca SUMMARY:Music Workshop with Dr. Mark W. Ruhnke DESCRIPTION:‘Singing 4 the Love of It’ workshop with Dr. Mark W. Ruhnke! \nJoin us at Faith United Church in Courtice\, ON on Saturday May 2nd\, 2026 from 1pm – 3pm to for this incredible opportunity to work with Dr. Mark.\nIf you’d love to sing\, but have been told “you can’t sing” or you “just mouth the words\,” this workshop is for you. Dr. Mark created the ‘Sing 4 the Love of It’ program for non-singers who wanted to sing\, but didn’t feel comfortable or safe doing so. He created a safe environment for people to come together and sing without fear of judgement or any performance expectations. Over time it led to a noticeable increase in the confidence of his congregation’s singing during Sunday worship. If you are interested in becoming more comfortable with your singing\, or to encourage members of your congregation to sing\, come join us for a workshop with Dr. Mark Rhunke. \nTo guarantee a spot\, please e-transfer $15 to ‘donations@faithunited.ca’ with ‘Music Workshop’ in the memo area. URL:https://ecorcuccan.ca/event/music-workshop-with-dr-mark-w-ruhnke/ LOCATION:Faith United\, Courtice\, 1778 Nash Road\, Courtice\, ON\, L1E 2L9\, Canada CATEGORIES:Educational,Musicians,Workshops ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ecorcuccan.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/ChatGPT-Image-Apr-27-2026-11_56_26-AM.png ORGANIZER;CN="Faith United Church%2C Courtice":MAILTO:office@faithunited.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260512T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260512T203000 DTSTAMP:20260501T093553 CREATED:20260205T182857Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260407T132739Z UID:134849-1778612400-1778617800@ecorcuccan.ca SUMMARY:IJRR - Sharing and Learning (Online) Events with Dr. Shelley Knott-Fife DESCRIPTION:Please register below for one or both events. A zoom link will be sent to registrants on the morning of the event. \n\n \n \n 2026 - Indigenous Justice & Respectful Relationships Webinar Events\n \n \n X/TwitterThis field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.Please register belowAnything with an * is required and please make sure you receive a confirmation email. If you do NOT receive a confirmation\, your registration has not been received. Any question regarding registration can be directed to Karen Wilson at kwilson@united-church.ca\nThank you!Name*\n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n \n Email*\n \n \n Enter Email\n \n \n \n Confirm Email\n \n \n PronounsPlease share what pronouns you use (if you feel comfortable doing so)Phone Number*Extension\, if anyWhere are you joining us from?Regional Council\n \n \n East Central Ontario Regional Council\n \n \n \n Eastern Ontario Outaouais Regional Council\n \n \n \n Conseil régional Nakonha:ka Regional Council\n Name and Location of your Community of Faith*Please let us know which event(s) you will be attendingBoth events will take place on Zoom and a link will be sent the morning of the eventUntitled\n \n Thursday\, February 19th\, 7-8:30pm EST ‘Sacred Medicine Teaching’\n \n \n Tuesday\, May 12th\, 7-8:30pm EST ‘What You May like to know About Attending a Powwow\n Equity and AccessibiltyEquityPlease let us know if there is anything we need to be aware of to make this gathering a better experience for you. Thank you. Privacy information and consentThe East Central Ontario Regional Council (ECORC) protects your personal information by adhering to all legislative requirements with respect to privacy. The collection of information on this registration form is for the purposes of the East Central Ontario Regional Council (ECORC) only.\n\nConsent* I agree to the privacy policy and the collection of personal information.End of registration - click Submit to complete URL:https://ecorcuccan.ca/event/ijrr-sharing-and-learning-online-events-with-dr-shelley-knott-fife/ LOCATION:ZOOM (online) CATEGORIES:ECORC Events,Educational,Indigenous Justice and Respectful Relationships ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ecorcuccan.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/IJRR-Events-with-Dr.-Shelley-Knott-Fife-1-2.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260513T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260513T140000 DTSTAMP:20260501T093553 CREATED:20260427T153641Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260427T153641Z UID:136271-1778666400-1778680800@ecorcuccan.ca SUMMARY:Kente Area Spring Friendship Day DESCRIPTION:Wednesday\, May 13 all are invited to join in a time of fellowship and learning about the growth of the Pinecrest Affordable Housing and Community Hub in Bloomfield\, Prince Edward County. A boost to the spirit to see what a community can do. Thanks to Bloomfield and Wellington UCWs for hosting this event. Contact information on poster. URL:https://ecorcuccan.ca/event/kente-area-spring-friendship-day-3/ LOCATION:Bloomfield United Church\, 272 Bloomfield Main St\, Bloomfield\, K0K 1G0\, Canada ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ecorcuccan.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/2026-Kente-Spring-Event-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260523T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260523T110000 DTSTAMP:20260501T093553 CREATED:20260427T142828Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260427T142828Z UID:136263-1779525000-1779534000@ecorcuccan.ca SUMMARY:Pancake\, Sausage and Egg Breakfast DESCRIPTION: URL:https://ecorcuccan.ca/event/pancake-sausage-and-egg-breakfast/ LOCATION:Westminster United Church\, Belleville\, 1199 Wallbridge Loyalist Rd\, Belleville\, Ontario\, K8N 4Z5\, Canada CATEGORIES:Community of Faith Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ecorcuccan.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Screenshot-2026-04-27-102654.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260911T153000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260913T130000 DTSTAMP:20260501T093553 CREATED:20260223T201910Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260223T202227Z UID:135162-1789140600-1789304400@ecorcuccan.ca SUMMARY:Quin-Mo-Lac Weekend DESCRIPTION:Hosted by the Regional UCW\, Sept 11 to 13\, this year’s gathering will centre on the theme “Living in the Light” with keynote speaker Rev. Cheryl McMurray\, workshops (drumming\, cardmaking\, exploring\, tie-dying\, story-writing\, tai chi and kazoo)\, and songs of the Canadian Spirit by Ron Nichols and his guitar. People may also take part in lakeside workshop\, hymnsongs\, camp counsellor skits and vespers\, a prayer circle\, moonlight voyageur canoe\, polar dips\, Grand River Books and Fair Trade Displays . Whether you register for the full weekend or as Saturday day-timer (any time from sunrise to starlight)\, you will enjoy great friends\, great food and great fun. Limited to 100. Register by August 15. Register HERE or email Ruth Wessell at ucwqml26@gmail.com \nWorkshop Choices: You will be able to take part in two workshops. The registration form asks you to list your top ‘picks’\, including additional choices in case some workshops are full. We will do our best to give you your top choices. You may also choose Freetime. \nCardmaking – Make greeting cards with Bev Crane and do some stamping\, glueing and possibly punching out of pieces\, creating take-home cards to share the light with others. All materials supplied. \nDrumming – Listen to your heartbeat. Rhythm & Drums with Michelle Adams. Bring a chair; drums provided or bring your own. \nExploring – Scavenger Hunt Exploration created by Lynda Brownson & Dorene Kelsey. Your chance to walk in nature and explore the camp guided by Bible verses and your own sense of exploration. You will need either a Bible or a phone with internet to research the clues! \nTie-dying – Bring an item of your own you want to tie dye e.g.\, T-shirt\, bag or whatever you choose. From Northern Lights to Sunbursts – with help from Liz Wade\, see what you create! \nLife-Stories – To help you write your unique life story or support others in sharing theirs. Betty Turcott will share hints and ideas to get you started\, ways to organize your thoughts and ideas\, and suggestions for printing and sharing your story. A notebook or writing materials might be useful. \nTai Chi Joy – Sherri Bergman will lead participants in gentle tai chi and chi kung meditation\, massage\, breathing and movement exercises that improve flexibility\, enhance relaxation\, promote energy and create a joyful outlook. \nKazoo to You – Create a fun way to thank people in your group with song/verse/limericks and a KAZOO! Join Lois McLeod to create some samples of kazoo thankyou songs with music in the public domain. Just bring yourself and a sense of fun. URL:https://ecorcuccan.ca/event/quin-mo-lac-weekend/ LOCATION:Camp Quin-Mo-Lac\, 336 Franks Road\, Tweed\, Ontario\, K0K 3J0\, Canada CATEGORIES:United Church Women (UCW) ATTACH;FMTTYPE=application/pdf:https://ecorcuccan.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/2026-QML-Poster-FINAL.pdf ORGANIZER;CN="ECOR UCW":MAILTO:cdmound@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260928 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260929 DTSTAMP:20260501T093553 CREATED:20260415T174215Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260415T174215Z UID:136104-1790553600-1790639999@ecorcuccan.ca SUMMARY:"Walk the Cedar Sands" Pilgrimage DESCRIPTION:A gentle 2km pilgrimage of body and soul through a forest of fragrant cedars\, in beautiful Prince Edward County\, Ontario. Hosted by local United Churches and gathering people of any philosophy\, any faith\, any spirituality or none of the above. Followed by a beach-side 
agapé meal. Registration required. $20.
 More details to come. For information or to join the Camino PEC mailing list\, please email Rev. Aaron at aaroncguc@gmail.com URL:https://ecorcuccan.ca/event/walk-the-cedar-sands-pilgrimage/ LOCATION:ON CATEGORIES:Educational ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ecorcuccan.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/cedar-sands-pilgrimage-sept-2026-poster.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261027 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261030 DTSTAMP:20260501T093553 CREATED:20251107T170232Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260318T180444Z UID:132560-1793059200-1793318399@ecorcuccan.ca SUMMARY:Radical Flourishing! Radical Joy! Women's Retreat DESCRIPTION:Fees – Cost is $525 per person and a $125 deposit is required on or before May 31st\, 2026 to reserve your spot with final payment due on June 15th\, 2026. **Please note\, for those in ECORC only\, there is an Investment in Leaders Fund that you are welcome to apply for – you can find it on our website** \nPlease send funds by e-transfer to kwhyte53@gmail.com – please include “Women’s Retreat” in the notes of your e-transfer. If you are unable to make it\, refunds will be issued only if someone fills your spot. \nGoal Setting post retreat: You will be asked to take back what you learned and share it with both your Community of Faith and community at large. \nPlease contact Kathleen Whyte for questions or help 705-768-3555 or by email kwhyte53@gmail.com \nElmhirst’s Resort\, located at 1045 Settlers Line\, Keene\, Ontario\, is a family-owned lakeside retreat\, where authentic Canadian hospitality meets nature and adventure in the heart of the Kawarthas. Rooted in Family\, Inspired by Nature. For generations\, the Elmhirst family has welcomed guests to our lakeside retreat\, sharing the beauty of Rice Lake and the spirit of true Canadian hospitality. \n\n \n \n 2026 - Women's Retreat at Elmhirst's Resort\n \n \n CompanyThis field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.Please begin registration hereWomen's Retreat at Elmhirst's Resort in Keene\, Ontario on Rice Lake on October 27-29\, 2026. Please note anything with a * is required information and will not submit without it. Information will only be shared with Kathleen Whyte and Elmhirst's Resort Staff.Name*\n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n \n PronounsPlease share what pronouns you use (if you feel comfortable doing so)Email*\n \n \n Enter Email\n \n \n \n Confirm Email\n \n \n Home and/or Cell Phone*Address*Emergency Contact*This is an ECORC sponsored event that is being shared to our Regional Councils\, Ontario wide event and we would love to know where you are joining us from!Regional Council\n \n \n East Central Ontario\n \n \n \n Eastern Ontario Outaouais\n \n \n \n Antler River Watershed\n \n \n \n Canadian Shield\n \n \n \n Shining Waters\n \n \n \n Western Ontario Waterways\n \n \n \n Horseshoe Falls\n Name and location of Community of Faith*Example: Trinity United Church\, UxbridgePrivacy information and consentThe East Central Ontario Regional Council (ECORC) protects your personal information by adhering to all legislative requirements with respect to privacy. The collection of information on this registration form is for the purposes of the East Central Ontario Regional Council (ECORC) only.\n\nConsent* I agree to the privacy policy and the collection of personal information.Personal Requests\, Dietary Information and/or Health ConcernsAccomodation Request*Please choose your option below:\n \n \n I am happy to room with anyone\n \n \n \n I would like a fully accessible room with a ramp\n \n \n \n Please put me in a room with (use space below)\n \n \n \n I would like a semi-accessible room with minimal stairs\n If you would like to share with a specific person\, please use this space to notify usDietary Requests and/or AllergiesPlease use this space to list any allergies or any dietary requests you may have - please also notify us if you use an epi penHealth ConcernsPlease use this space to list any health concerns you have\, if you are comfortable doing so - this just helps us with awarenessAccessibilityEquity and AccessibilityPlease let us know if there is anything we need to be aware of to make this gathering a better experience for you. Thank you.End of registration - click Submit to completeFees – Cost is $525 per person and a $125 deposit is required on or before May 31st\, 2026 to reserve your spot with final payment due on June 15th\, 2026.\n\nPlease send funds by e-transfer to kwhyte53@gmail.com – please include “Women’s Retreat” in the notes of your e-transfer. If you are unable to make it\, refunds will be issued only if someone fills your spot. Please contact Kathleen Whyte for questions or help 705-768-3555 or by email kwhyte53@gmail.com URL:https://ecorcuccan.ca/event/radical-flourishing-radical-joy-womens-retreat/ LOCATION:Elmhirst’s Resort\, 1045 Settlers Line\, Keene\, Ontario\, K0L 2G0\, Canada CATEGORIES:ECORC Events,Educational,Other Events,Workshops ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ecorcuccan.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Radical-Joy-Womens-Retreat-MAY-31.png ORGANIZER;CN="Kathleen Whyte":MAILTO:kwhyte53@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20270307 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270315 DTSTAMP:20260501T093553 CREATED:20251110T151807Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260427T154218Z UID:132642-1804377600-1805068799@ecorcuccan.ca SUMMARY:Pilgrimage to El Salvador - March Break\, 2027 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 2027\, 20-30 people and leaders from the East Central Ontario Regional Council together with the Eastern Ontario Outaouais Regional Council and the Pacific Mountain 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. \nAdults who have visited El Salvador before will also have an opportunity to visit United Church global partner ADES\, the Santa Marta community advocacy and agriculture support group. \nAre you ready for this? \nThen please consider joining us (actual dates to be confirmed) 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\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\nIf you have any questions\, please ElSalvadorMarch2027@gmail.com \nPlease follow us on facebook www.facebook.com/2027IBE/ and instagram: www.instagram.com/elsal2027\nPlease fill out the application below if you are interested in joining us! \n\n \n \n 2026 ECORC/ IBE Partnership Program\n El Salvador Pilgrimage \n \n LinkedInThis field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.Please begin registration hereName*\n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n \n PronounsWhich pronoun(s) do you prefer? Please use the space below if you are comfortable sharing. Address*Phone Number & Extension\, if any*Cell Phone Number*Email*\n \n \n Enter Email\n \n \n \n Confirm Email\n \n \n Community of Faith*For Applicants under the age of 18Name and relationship of Legal Guardian who we may contact:Guardian Home Phone:Guardian Mobile Phone:Guardian Email Address:Privacy information and consentThe East Central Ontario Regional Council (ECORC) protects your personal information by adhering to all legislative requirements with respect to privacy. The collection of information on this registration form is for the purposes of the East Central Ontario Regional Council (ECORC) only.\n\nConsent* I agree to the privacy policy and the collection of personal information.About Me:As of today\, I am 14 years old or older.*\n \n \n Yes\n \n \n \n No\n As of March 6\, 2026 I will be 18 years of age or older\, but under the age of 30.*\n \n \n Yes\n \n \n \n No\n As of March 6\, 2026\, I will be age 30 or older.*\n \n \n Yes\n \n \n \n No\n I participated in a previous Bay of Quinte or ECORC trip to El Salvador*\n \n \n Yes\n \n \n \n No\n I am in possession of a valid passport that is valid through September 30\, 2026. (If not\, you will need to apply for or renew your passport)*\n \n \n Yes\n \n \n \n No\n I have health conditions that may impact my ability to participate in certain activities. (If yes\, the leadership will be in contact with you to discuss accessibility options.)*\n \n \n Yes\n \n \n \n No\n Due to medical needs\, a companion will need to travel with me.*\n \n \n Yes\n \n \n \n No\n Due to medical needs\, a service animal will need to travel with me.*\n \n \n Yes\n \n \n \n No\n Sleeping accommodation is generally in “camp” style rooms with bunk beds\, and shared toilet and shower facilities. I am comfortable sharing a room with other persons on the trip (e.g. 8-10)*\n \n \n Yes\n \n \n \n No\n Getting Ready to GoVisiting a partner takes preparation\, and the following activities are planned: Tuesday\, November 25 at 7:00 EST by Zoom (information meeting)\, Friday\, December 5th at 11:59pm deadline for applications\, Tuesday\, January 27\, 2026 at 7:00pm EST by Zoom\, Saturday February 21\, 2026 from 10:00am-4:00pm in person\, locations to be announced. You will also need to spend some of your own time learning about El Salvador and what it means to be in partnership.I commit to participating in the preparation activities.*\n \n \n Yes\n \n \n \n No\n Travelling ExpensesTraveling to El Salvador is expensive. At the time of writing\, the cost of the trip is estimated to be approximately $2\,000/person. In addition\, we will be raising funds and collecting various school and medical supplies to bring with us as gifts for our partner and its many ministries. To help with budgeting\, at this time I estimate that I am able to contribute towards reserving my place.(If you are unable to contribute\, the leadership will contact you with other options. A contribution is not required in order participate. ) \n \n \n Yes\n \n \n \n No\n Estimated Contribution: $_______Recognizing that different persons and communities of faith have differing abilities to pay and to fundraise\, and in recognition that this is a shared venture of the ECORC all fundraising will be coordinated and pooled.*I commit to participating in the pooled fundraising activities and to promoting our partnership in my Community of Faith.\n \n \n Yes\n \n \n \n No\n For All Applicants:Electronic Signature*Please consider this my electronic signature\, confirming my request to participate in the 2026 ECORC/IBE Partnership Program. I understand that spaces are limited. For persons under the age of 18\, please print the confirmation email after submission\, and have it signed and dated by your legal guardian. Then scan or take a photo of the pages and email it to kwilson@united-church.ca\nDate\n \n MM slash DD slash YYYY\n \n Name of Legal Guardian if under 18\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n End of registration - click Submit to completePlease make sure you receive a confirmation email after submitting your application. If you do not receive one\, your application has not been submitted - contact Karen Wilson at kwilson@united-church.ca URL:https://ecorcuccan.ca/event/pilgrimage-to-el-salvador-march-break-2027/ LOCATION:ON CATEGORIES:ECORC Events,Educational,News ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ecorcuccan.ca/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/ES.png END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR