Shining Waters Regional Council

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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 case you missed it! Joins us for our "What Are You Going to Do About It?" in-person only event commemorating the 40th Anniversary of the UCC Apology - Saturday, August 15, 2026 in Sudbury. Follow the link for more details and how to register! - mailchi.mp/united-church/swrc-40th-anniversary-apology-reminder ... See MoreSee Less

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The 2026 National Indigenous Spiritual Gathering concluded with the ordination of Brian George. It was the culmination of 30 long years of discernment and a life journey, with some time at the Francis Sandy Centre and ending with graduation from the Sandy-Saulteaux Spiritual Centre. It was the dream of Dr. Jessie Saulteaux and Francis Sandy that Indigenous ministers would be lifted up to serve their own communities. Rev. Brian will minister in his own community of Niyashiinimiing Cape Croker United Church. ... See MoreSee Less

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Day 3 of the National Indigenous Spiritual Gathering was a day of some decision-making. A new Indigenous Candidacy Pathway was discussed and approved by consensus. Breakout groups heard about Indigenous participation at the global COP30 and Indigenous climate change, Indigenous reference group at the World Council of Churches’ visit to Taiwan, Sandy-Saulteaux Spiritual Centre preparation for ministers/helpers, cultural teachings on palliative care, and orientation for the new National Indigenous Council. ... See MoreSee Less

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The National Indigenous Spiritual Gathering is the coming together of people from diverse nations. The people and the spirit are what makes the gathering come alive. ... See MoreSee Less

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The 2nd day ended with a laugh-filled silent auction of donated items. Unlike regular church silent auctions, bids listed are only starting suggestions to kickstart a live auction. No bid is safe when Brian Potts is the auctioner who cajoled people into a bidding war. Choir from Kitichssippi entertained between auction items. ... See MoreSee Less

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