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Updates from General Council
- Letter from Nora Sanders, General Secretary, around the closure of church buildings: https://www.united-church.ca/news/closure-church-buildings-ontario
- Moderator Asks That Funerals Be Delayed https://www.united-church.ca/news/moderator-asks-funerals-be-delayed
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Congregational Finances During the Pandemic
Leading the discussion – Eric Mathiesen, Clyde Harris and David Armour
- Focus on Treasurers: Wednesday March 25, 2020 7:00 pm
- Focus on Ministers: Thursday March 26, 2020 3:30 pm
Cost is free. To register or to find out more information see their website
Shining Waters Regional Council Upcoming Zoom Gathering for Ministry Personnel
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Zoom Invitation for Ministry Personnel of Shining Waters
One Hour Plenary + Half Hour Small Group Check-in Option
Key Focus: Communal Worship and Update from General Council With Alan Hall, Executive Officer, Ministry and Employment.
Date/Time: Tuesday March 31, 2020 at 10:00 AM
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Meeting ID: 292 486 569
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