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Current Opportunities | Committee Members | Policies | Staff Support
How Can You Get Involved?
Curious about what our various commissions and committees do? Wondering how you might become more involved in the life of Shining Waters Regional Council? You’re in the right place.
This video series offers a look at the teams that shape the work of the region. Each short video introduces you to a different committee or commission, sharing what they do and why it matters — in their own words.
Explore the videos below to see where you, or someone you know, might feel called to serve. Listen to the voices of those who are already involved and discover how your gifts could make a difference too. Here are some resources to help you share within your Community of Faith:
PowerPoint Slide – “How Can You Get Involved?”
Word Bulletin Insert – “How Can You Get Involved?”
For more information about any of our commissions or committees, please contact Jody Maltby at jmaltby@united-church.ca.
SW Executive
The Executive usually meets on the first Tuesday of the month between 1 and 4 p.m. on Zoom. Summer meetings and December/January are at the discretion of the chair. The Executive occasionally makes decisions by email between meetings. The Executive has on occasion gathering with the Executive of Canadian Shield Regional Council, in person and/or on Zoom. The total time commitment for the Executive is approximately 25 – 30 hours per year.
You can find the Mandate of the Executive here: Regional Council Executive (PDF | 2 pages)
Interested in learning more about the Executive and how to become a member? Contact Jody Maltby: jmaltby@united-church.ca to arrange a conversation.
Communities of Faith Commission (CFC)
The Communities of Faith Commission usually meets on the third Wednesday of the month between 9 a.m. and 12 Noon via Zoom. Once a year they attend a joint in person meeting with the Pastoral Relations Commission. The CFC also makes decisions between meetings by email vote and these can sometimes be time-sensitive. The commission takes a break over the summer and at Christmas. The total time commitment for the CFC is approximately 25 – 30 hours per year.
You can find the Mandate of the CFC here: Communities of Faith Commission (PDF | 3 pages)
Interested in learning more about the CFC and how to become a member? Contact Jody Maltby: jmaltby@united-church.ca to arrange a conversation.
Pastoral Relations Commission (PRC)
The Pastoral Relations Commission usually meets on the last Tuesday of the month between 9:30 a.m. and 11 a.m. via Zoom. Once per year the commission meets with the Communities of Faith Commission in person with the option to join by Zoom. The PRC takes a break in July for the summer. The total time commitment for the commission is approximately 20-25 hours per year.
You can find the mandate of the PRC here: Pastoral Relations Commission (PDF | 2 pages)
Interested in learning more about the PRC and how to become a member? Contact Jody Maltby: jmaltby@united-church.ca to arrange a conversation.
Social and Ecological Justice Commission (SEJC)
SEJC usually meets on the third Tuesday of the month between 1 and 4 p.m. on zoom. Once or twice per year the commission meets in person with the option to join by zoom. Summer meetings are at the discretion of the chair. The commission also makes decisions between meetings by email vote and these can sometimes be quite time-sensitive in response to urgent justice concerns. The total time commitment for the SEJC is approximately 25 – 30 hours per year.
You can find the Mandate of the SEJC here: Social and Ecological Justice Commission (PDF | 2 pages)
Interested in learning more about the SEJC and how to become a member? Contact Jody Maltby: jmaltby@united-church.ca to arrange a conversation.
Grants and Mission Support Committee
The Grants and Mission Support Committee meets 6 times a year in January, March, May, June, September and November, usually on a Tuesday or Wednesday afternoon between 3 and 4:30 p.m. on zoom. Decisions are also occasionally made by email between meetings. The busiest time for this committee is in the fall when members are reviewing applications and consulting with applicants. These visits usually occur on zoom and can last up to an hour. The total time commitment for this committee is approximately 15 – 20 hours per year.
You can find the Mandate of the Grants and Mission Support Committee here: Grants and Mission Support Committee (PDF | 2 pages)
Interested in learning more about the Grants and Mission Support Committee and how to become a member? Contact Jody Maltby: jmaltby@united-church.ca to arrange a conversation.
Licensed Lay Worship Leaders Committee
The Licensed Lay Worship Leaders (LLWL) Committee meets at least bi-annually usually on Zoom, generally between 9 a.m to 12 noon, but may run longer depending on how many people need to be interviewed. They interview and recommend individuals for licensing and re-licensing, ensure required training and policies are met, and provide ongoing support for LLWLs. The total time committement for this committee is approximately 10 – 15 hours per year.
You can find the Mandate of the Licensed Lay Worship Leaders Committee here: Licensed Lay Worship Leaders Committee (PDF | 2 pages)
Interested in learning more about the Executive and how to become a member? Contact Jody Maltby: jmaltby@united-church.ca to arrange a conversation.
Nominations Committee
The Nominations Committee usually meets on the second Wednesday of the month via Zoom. The committee takes a break over the summer. The total time commitment for the committee is approximately 15-20 hours per year.
You can find the Mandate of the Nominations Committee here: Nominations Committee (PDF | 2 pages)
Interested in learning more about the Nominations Committee and how to become a member? Contact Jody Maltby: jmaltby@united-church.ca to arrange a conversation.
“Each of you should use whatever gift you have received to serve others, as faithful stewards of God’s grace in its various forms.”
Current Opportunities to Get Involved
Commissions and Committees
Shining Waters Regional Council is currently recruiting new members for the following:
- Regional Council Executive
- Communities of Faith Commission
- Intercultural Diversity Commission
- Social and Ecological Justice Commission
- Pastoral Relations Commission
- Grants and Mission Support Committee
- Intentional Interim Ministry Committee
- Licensed Lay Worship Leader Committee
- Nominations Committee
The mandates can be found here:
Regional Council Executive (PDF | 2 pages)
Communities of Faith Commission (PDF | 3 pages)
Intercultural Diversity Commission (PDF | 2 pages)
Social and Ecological Justice Commission (PDF | 2 pages)
Pastoral Relations Commission (PDF | 2 pages)
Grants and Mission Support Committee (PDF | 2 pages)
Intentional Interim Ministry Committee (PDF | 2 pages)
Licensed Lay Worship Leader Committee (PDF | 2 pages)
Nominations Committee (PDF | 2 pages)
Expressions of interest should be directed to Jody Maltby by email to jmaltby@united-church.ca
Nominations Committee
The Nominations Committee is a committee where expertise is gathered, best practices and knowledge retained and individuals are identified to be nominated to the executive, commissions and committees of the region.
- Eric Nyarko (Chair)
- Allyce Mutungi
- Sarah Jane Wetelainen
- Martha ter Kuile
Policies
- Nominations Committee Policy This policy outlines the purpose, accountability, authority, membership and responsibilities of the Nominations Committee and the relationship with the Executive.
Staff Support
JODY MALTBY
Acting Executive Minister - Regional Staff Lead; Finance and Property
Toll Free: 1888-747-9063, Ext. 2
Direct Phone: 249-489-2002
Email: jmaltby@united-church.ca
Serves in: Shining Waters and Canadian Shield Regional Councils
Location: Teleworks and works from the Guthrie Main Office
Role: Jody coordinates the support to communities of faith, including coordinating the work of regional staff.
Contact Jody about: Community Ministries, Congregational Finances, Grants, Incorporated Ministries, and Property - Development, Leases, Loans, Renovations, Sales
SUSAN WHITEHEAD
Executive Assistant and Administrative Support
Toll Free: 1-888-747-9063, Ext. 3
Direct Phone: 249-489-2001
Email: swhitehead@united-church.ca
Serves in: Canadian Shield Regional Council and Shining Waters Regional Council
Location: Works from the North Bay Main Office.
Role: Susan is the Executive Assistant to Peter Hartmans and gives administrative support for the Canadian Shield and Shining Waters Regional Councils.