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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250501T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250501T213000
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UID:125374-1746129600-1746135000@ecorcuccan.ca
SUMMARY:"We Are Still Here"
DESCRIPTION:The first step in Reconciliation is the Join us at Port Hope United Church\, 34 South Street\, Port Hope\, Ontario to see the documentary “We Are Still Here”. Three Indigenous women talk about their time in residential schools. The first step in reconciliation with our First Nations is hearing and believing the truth that they tell. Listening to their experiences will lead us on the path to reconciliation. . Thursday\, May 1\, 2025\, 8:00 p.m.\nFrom PHUC’s Truth & Reconciliation Debwewin and Zaagidwin Group.
URL:https://ecorcuccan.ca/event/we-are-still-here/
LOCATION:Port Hope United Church\, 34 South Street\, Port Hope\, Ontario\, L1A 1R8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community of Faith Events,Information Sessions
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250503T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250503T150000
DTSTAMP:20250417T144940Z
CREATED:20250417T144940Z
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UID:126067-1746259200-1746284400@ecorcuccan.ca
SUMMARY:SPRING RUMMAGE SALE
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our Spring Rummage Sale on Saturday\, May 3\, 2025\, from 8:00 am to 3:00 pm. Are you ready for some fantastic finds? This sale promises something for everyone: Clothing for men\, women\, and children – Books to ignite your imagination – Housewares for your daily needs – Engaging games and puzzles – and so much more!\nOur regular sale runs from 8:00 am to 12:30 pm\, then from 1:00 to 3:00 pm\, it’s our Bring-Your-Bag-to-Fill event. For just $2 or more (depending on the size of your bag)\, you can stuff it full of treasures from our sale! Don’t miss this opportunity to discover hidden gems and support our community. We can’t wait to see you there.
URL:https://ecorcuccan.ca/event/spring-rummage-sale/
LOCATION:Cambridge Street United Church\, 61 Cambridge Street North\, Lindsay\, Ontario\, K9V 4C9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community of Faith Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250504T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250504T130000
DTSTAMP:20250414T162732Z
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250504T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250504T143000
DTSTAMP:20250417T160507Z
CREATED:20250417T160427Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250417T160507Z
UID:126220-1746369000-1746369000@ecorcuccan.ca
SUMMARY:Celebration Concert
DESCRIPTION:Celebration Concert: You’re Invited to an Celebration Concert on Sunday\, May 4\, 2025\, at 2:30 PM (doors open at 2:00 PM) at Cambridge Street United Church for a powerful afternoon of music! 100+ musicians will come together to celebrate our past\, present\, and future – an uplifting experience you won’t want to miss! Featuring: The Cambridge Street Concert Choir\, The dynamic Voices of Victory Alumni Choir\, The enchanting Handbell Choir\, A vibrant Orchestra\, Our energetic Worship Band. Admission is free! A freewill offering will be collected to support upgrades to the chancel area and enhance accessibility. Come be part of the joy – bring your friends and family!
URL:https://ecorcuccan.ca/event/celebration-concert/
LOCATION:Cambridge Street United Church\, 61 Cambridge Street North\, Lindsay\, Ontario\, K9V 4C9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community of Faith Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250507T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250507T150000
DTSTAMP:20250430T150519Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250430T150519Z
UID:124440-1746612000-1746630000@ecorcuccan.ca
SUMMARY:The Golden Rule Event
DESCRIPTION:Registration to include lunch closed on April 28th due to catering arrangements but you are still welcome to join us and we kindly ask that participants bring their own lunch and make a $5 contribution towards the event. Thank you! \nYou are invited to join the “Golden Rule Event” being planned by the Anti-Racism\, Interfaith Intercultural Forum in our Region on Wednesday\, May 7\, 2025. This is a one day in person conference that is being held at Northminster United Church\, Peterborough from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm. Doors will open at 9:30 am for coffee/tea and social time. Registration form is below. \nAlong with our Guest Speaker\, Kathy Murtha\, we are pleased to announce that members of the local Abraham Festival will be joining us as well. \nPlease note that there is plenty of parking available behind the church building.
URL:https://ecorcuccan.ca/event/the-golden-rule-event/
LOCATION:Northminster United Church\, Peterborough\, 300 Sunset Boulevard\, Peterborough\, Ontario\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Anti-Racism/Interfaith/Intercultural,Educational
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250507T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250507T190000
DTSTAMP:20250428T120037Z
CREATED:20250428T115912Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250428T120037Z
UID:126459-1746644400-1746644400@ecorcuccan.ca
SUMMARY:Red Dress Day
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://ecorcuccan.ca/event/red-dress-day/
LOCATION:Kedron United Church\, 1995 Ritson Road North\, Oshawa\, Ontario\, L1K 0Z9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community of Faith Events,Educational,Nurture & Justice,Respectful Relations
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250507T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250507T200000
DTSTAMP:20250415T195036Z
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UID:125897-1746644400-1746648000@ecorcuccan.ca
SUMMARY:Building Bridges: Equity Awareness Training and Information
DESCRIPTION:Prior to our Spring Annual Meeting\, we are hosting two educational events via Zoom. You’re also invited to join us on Wednesday\, May 14th for our “The role of representatives on the Regional Council: Orientation for newcomers and refresher for others” information session. \nYou are invited to join us on Wednesday\, May 7th from 7-8pm for an information session\, hosted by ECORC’s Equity Forum – Building Bridges: Equity Awareness Training and Information: an event that aims to deepen our understanding of equity and its importance within our community. You will hear from current forum members why they joined the Equity Forum as well as learn about scorecards\, where to find information and more. The evening will end with a Q&A session as well as an invitation. All are welcome to join! \nPlease register using the form below.
URL:https://ecorcuccan.ca/event/building-bridges-equity-awareness-training-and-information/
LOCATION:ZOOM (online)
CATEGORIES:ECORC Events,Educational,Equity Forum
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ORGANIZER;CN="East Central Ontario Regional Council - Equity Forum":MAILTO:ecorcequity11@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250510T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250510T140000
DTSTAMP:20250428T115555Z
CREATED:20250428T115555Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250428T115555Z
UID:126390-1746867600-1746885600@ecorcuccan.ca
SUMMARY:Spring Yard Sale
DESCRIPTION:Our annual Spring Yard Sale takes place on Saturday May 10th\, 2025\, from 9am to 2pm. This is our biggest yard sale ever! \nItems include housewares\, toys\, linens\, puzzles\, sporting goods/fishing goods\, books\, plants /gardening supplies\, DVDs\, electronics\, artwork\, framed prints\, and small furniture. \nCoffee\, tea\, and muffins will be sold in the morning; the Men’s Gathering will sell hamburgers and hot dogs starting at 11am. \nFree cotton candy for the kids! \nThis event is held outside at 1778 Nash Road\, Courtice \, ON. We have a lot of parking.\nOur property is wheelchair accessible with a fully accessible washroom just inside the front doors.\nThis is a fundraiser for Faith United Church.
URL:https://ecorcuccan.ca/event/spring-yard-sale/
LOCATION:Faith United\, Courtice\, 1778 Nash Road\, Courtice\, ON\, L1E 2L9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community of Faith Events,Fundraiser
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250510T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250510T120000
DTSTAMP:20250428T164646Z
CREATED:20250428T164646Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250428T164646Z
UID:126477-1746871200-1746878400@ecorcuccan.ca
SUMMARY:Practical Ideas for  Housing Searches
DESCRIPTION:Register at events@refugeesponsornet.ca
URL:https://ecorcuccan.ca/event/practical-ideas-for-housing-searches/
LOCATION:ZOOM (online)
CATEGORIES:Information Sessions,Other Events,Private Refugee Sponsorship Network,Workshops
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=application/pdf:https://ecorcuccan.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Flyer_May2025.pdf
ORGANIZER;CN="Private Refugee Sponsor Network":MAILTO:events@refugeesponsornet.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250514T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250514T203000
DTSTAMP:20250512T163256Z
CREATED:20250415T162127Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250512T163256Z
UID:125911-1747249200-1747254600@ecorcuccan.ca
SUMMARY:2025 Spring Information Session "What exactly does a Regional Council rep do?"
DESCRIPTION:What exactly does a Regional Council rep do? Join us for a discussion and orientation to the work of the Regional Council\, what it does\, how it does it\, and what lay representatives do in this system. Whether you’re new to the Regional Council or would just like a refresher given all the changes over the last few years\, you’re invited to participate in this orientation. \nPlease join us on Wednesday\, May 14th from 7-8:30pm via Zoom. All are welcome! Registration below!
URL:https://ecorcuccan.ca/event/the-role-of-representatives-on-the-regional-council-orientation-for-newcomers-and-refresher-for-others/
LOCATION:ZOOM (online)
CATEGORIES:ECORC Events,Educational,Information Sessions
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250517
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250518
DTSTAMP:20250512T143248Z
CREATED:20250512T143248Z
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UID:126707-1747440000-1747526399@ecorcuccan.ca
SUMMARY:Visit Old Hay Bay Church
DESCRIPTION:Opening day is Saturday\, May 17th\, 2025! The renovations are done on the cottage and the reference library is set up inside the church. We hope to see you soon!
URL:https://ecorcuccan.ca/event/visit-old-hay-bay-church/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:Other Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Old Hay Bay Church":MAILTO:johnsonue@bell.net, elaine.fairley@sympatico.ca
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250522
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250523
DTSTAMP:20250424T130054Z
CREATED:20250414T164247Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250424T130054Z
UID:125762-1747872000-1747958399@ecorcuccan.ca
SUMMARY:Clergy Retreat
DESCRIPTION:Fellow clergy\, \nYou are invited to attend a clergy day retreat on May 22nd at beautiful Elmhirst Lodge on Rice Lake. This is hopefully the beginning of a series of events cultivating excellence in ministry. \nMay’s event will be led by Credence and Company exploring managing conflict in changing times. The TUCC is a key sponsor along with ECORC. \nDoors open at 9:30am for social time with event to start at 10:00am. \nA non-refundable registration fee of $50 can be e-transferred to Brian James at bjames@uinted-church.ca \nDeadline: Thursday\, May 15th \nAccommodation at Elmhirst’s Resort: There are 3-bedroom cottages available for $378 per night and 2-bedroom cottages available for $211-$272 per night. Rates are subject to HST (13%) and an Eco Fee of $5 per night. If interested\, people can book directly with the front desk staff at 1-704-295-4591. \nPlease contact Rev. Lynn Watson or Rev. Darren Liepold with any questions you may have. \nRegistration form below.
URL:https://ecorcuccan.ca/event/clergy-retreat/
LOCATION:Elmhirst’s Resort\, 1045 Settlers Line\, Keene\, Ontario\, K0L 2G0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Clergy,Educational,Retreat
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250524T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250524T113000
DTSTAMP:20250514T154312Z
CREATED:20250514T152959Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250514T154312Z
UID:126870-1748075400-1748086200@ecorcuccan.ca
SUMMARY:Pancake Breakfast and Plant Sale
DESCRIPTION:Breakfast consists of pancakes\, sausages\, scrambled eggs\, toast\, juice\, tea & coffee\, fruit cocktail and pineapple. We will also be having a plant sale. \nTicket prices: Adults $12.00\, Children ages 6-12 $7.00\, Children under 5 and under are “free”. \nTickets may be purchased from the church Tuesday-Friday from 9:30 am – 12:30 pm\, or at the door the day of the event. We have handicap access\, and elevator and lots of parking.
URL:https://ecorcuccan.ca/event/pancake-breakfast-and-plant-sale/
LOCATION:Westminster United Church\, Belleville\, 1199 Wallbridge Loyalist Rd\, Belleville\, Ontario\, K8N 4Z5\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community of Faith Events,Fundraiser
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=application/pdf:https://ecorcuccan.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Pancake-Breakfast-Plant-Sale-Poster.pdf
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250531T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250531T140000
DTSTAMP:20250526T150930Z
CREATED:20250526T150930Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250526T150930Z
UID:127068-1748685600-1748700000@ecorcuccan.ca
SUMMARY:100th Celebration in PEC
DESCRIPTION:100th CELEBRATION in PRINCE EDWARD COUNTY \nThe United Churches of Prince Edward County invite you and yours to a grand celebration of the centennial year of The United Church of Canada\, on Saturday\, May 31st\, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the iconic Crystal Palace in Picton\, Ontario. \nWorship at 10 a.m. Special guest preacher Rev. Dr. Jeff Crittenden\, United Church minister\, co-founder of the CPT – Centre for Practical Theology and author of the book “Leisure Resurrected.” With invited musical guest\, award-winning Canadian out singer-songwriter Danah-Lee. Including musical gifts of the “County United Choir” and the “Chapel Street Singers.” \nAround noon\, the Aurora Borealis Community Choir (of The Department of Illumination) will sing us into a Community Gratitude Ceremony\, where each United Church will uplift one of their non-profit community partners.\nBook signing of “Leisure Resurrected\,” $30 with $10 from each sale going to a local non-profit. Cake cutting\, entertainment and more. \nThis event is made possible thanks to a grant from The United Church of Canada Foundation and the generosity of the United Churches of Prince Edward County. Family friendly\, 2S-LGBTQAI+ affirming\, American sign language translation (tbc) and mobility accessible. All are warmly welcome. \nWe give thanks for the Mohawk people of nearby Tyendinaga who continue to enrich our lives with culture\, traditions\, language\, spirituality and commitment to care for creation.
URL:https://ecorcuccan.ca/event/100th-celebration-in-pec/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:100th Anniversary
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250531T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250601T120000
DTSTAMP:20250512T143652Z
CREATED:20250512T143652Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250512T143652Z
UID:126746-1748714400-1748779200@ecorcuccan.ca
SUMMARY:Anniversary Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Please join us as we celebrate 100 years of the United Church of Canada\, and 150 years of Port Hope United Church\, formerly Methodist Church.
URL:https://ecorcuccan.ca/event/anniversary-celebration/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:Celebrating 100 Years of The United Church of Canada,Community of Faith Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250531T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250531T190000
DTSTAMP:20250514T163045Z
CREATED:20250514T162641Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250514T163045Z
UID:126879-1748718000-1748718000@ecorcuccan.ca
SUMMARY:"All That Jazz" Concert
DESCRIPTION:The Limestone Ringers from Edith Rankin Memorial United Church in Kingston are celebrating their 40th year of ringing by hosting The Bronze Foundation – an amazing bell choir from Toronto. All invited!
URL:https://ecorcuccan.ca/event/all-that-jazz-concert/
LOCATION:Edith Rankin Memorial Church\, 4080 Bath Road\, Kingston\, Ontario\, K7M 4Y7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community of Faith Events,Fundraiser
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