Shining Waters Regional Council

Encouraging and connecting communities of faith in The United Church of Canada from Georgian Bay to Lake Ontario.

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Shining Waters Regional Council is one of 16 administrative groupings in The United Church of Canada, replacing former conferences and presbyteries.

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In her Christmas message, Moderator Carmen Lansdowne reminds us that when so much seems uncertain and the news amplifies all the hard stories, there is One who came to show us that all the ends of the earth should see the salvation of God―and that through that One, we are capable of coming together to achieve the impossible.Please feel free to include the Moderator's video in your worship service. It can be downloaded from the United Church YouTube channel. ... See MoreSee Less

A Christmas Message from Moderator Carmen Lansdowne

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In her Christmas video message, Moderator Carmen Lansdowne reminds us that when so much seems uncertain and the news amplifies all the hard news stories, the...

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Amen.National Day of Remembrance and Action for Violence Against WomenLord, I come to you with thoughts of the many women that are hurting. I'm thinking about our missing and murdered sisters, who have faced violent and cruel acts. I am asking that you welcome them with open arms and that the families that have suffered the loss find peace in knowing their daughters are finally safe. Thank you, Amen.—Kaylee Wood from Vernon Grieves Memorial United Church (Oxford House, Manitoba).[Image credit: Honarine Scott / The United Church of Canada]#AdventUnwrapped #UCCan #PrayersbyYouth ... See MoreSee Less

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Canada Summer Jobs Grants - Zoom Info Session Wednesday December 14, 2022 at 7 p.m. - Where can your community of faith connect summer work experiences with young people this summer? - See the link for details - mailchi.mp/united-church/canada-summer-jobs-grants-info-session ... See MoreSee Less

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Looking for some unique Christmas gifts? Beach United Church in Toronto is holding their Chrismas Market this Saturday. See below for more details. ... See MoreSee Less

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