Announcements and Information
Toronto and Peel public health measures move to lockdown
As of Monday, November 28th, the Province of Ontario mandates that Toronto and Peel public health regions will move into grey/lockdown measures.
A Call to Support the Guaranteed Livable Basic Income Motion
A Message from the Social and Ecological Justice Commission Recently, the Social and Ecological Justice Commission endorsed a private members motion which urges the Canadian Government to create a Guaranteed Livable Basic Income for all Canadians over the age of 18...
A Regional Statement on Anti-Black Violence and Racism
We love because God first loved us. Those who say, “I love God,” and hate their brothers or sisters, are liars; for those who do not love a brother or sister whom they have seen, cannot love God whom they have not seen. The commandment we have from God is this: those...
SWRC Covid-19 #21: Regional Meeting Update, News and Resources
Currents follows the recent meeting of the Shining Waters Regional Council Executive held on Wednesday, June 3, 2020. Minutes from all commissions and committees are posted here, once they are approved. In the meantime, here is the latest decisions: The Executive...
Consider Signing Call to Action on Long Term Care Facilities in Ontario
To: Partners in Ministry in the Shining Waters Region From: Members of the Social and Ecological Justice Commission In a commission meeting on May 27th, 2020, the Social & Ecological Justice Commission was asked to consider endorsing two calls to action in...
Currents: The latest news
Easter Greetings
An Easter greeting from Shining Waters Regional Council.
COVID-19 #1: A message from the Shining Waters Regional Council Executive
In keeping with The United Church of Canada emergency plan the Executive recommends that each community of faith prepare a plan to suspend large gatherings, including but not limited to, worship services.
Currents SWRC News January 2020
A round-up of news following the Executive meeting on January 22, 2020.
Currents SWRC News November 2019
This issue of Currents follows the recent meeting of the Shining Waters Regional Council Executive held on November 26, 2019. Minutes from all commissions and committees are posted here, once they are approved. In the meantime, here’s a round-up of news. MISSION...
Currents SWRC News October 2019
This issue of Currents follows the recent meeting of the Shining Waters Regional Council Executive held on November 26, 2019.
Introducing Currents
As we make our way as a regional council and experiment with new ways of working, we want to introduce this news bulletin, Currents, one component of our new communication plan which we will share more about in September. From this point forward, an issue of Currents will follow each Executive meeting to share regional news and decisions.
Wellspring
Allyship in Action
“By putting this symbol on the ground in a permanent way, we were making our commitment as an Affirming congregation big and visible,” explains Jeffrey Dale, Grace United’s former youth minister coordinator who is now full-time staff with Shining Waters Regional Ministry.
The time is up
The Rev. Maya Douglas felt compelled to act after nooses showed up at a local construction site near her home in Toronto’s East End this summer.
From dirt to delicious
Foraging for dandelions. Making sourdough bread and homemade cheese from scratch. Growing backyard veggie gardens. These are just some of the old timey traditions making a comeback in the coronavirus era. But Palgrave United Church’s creative brainchild, Dirt 2 Delicious Camp (or D2D for short), started reclaiming some of these vintage skills years ago—long before the pandemic made them trendy.
Black Lives Matter at Camp Scugog
Guest blogger: Lamar Edwards I want to tell you about a very special place, a United Church camp located just outside of Toronto called Camp Scugog that truly embodies the importance and benefits of creating a diverse and inclusive space. Camp Scugog serves kids...
Being the Virtual Church
Ministers Share Their Learnings on How to be Community During the Coronavirus Crisis
COVID-19 is quickly wreaking havoc not only on our individual lives but also on the lives of our faith communities. Many ministers are wondering how to nurture a community of faith—which people need now more than ever in these anxious times—in an online context. As digital discipleship becomes the new normal, how can ministers create a virtual worship space for people used to coming together in flesh as well as spirit?
“Because I can do no other”: Why Licensed Lay Worship Leaders Serve
Deep, contagious, extraordinary love. That’s what two Licensed Lay Worship Leaders (LLWLs) exude when they talk about their ministry.
Introducing Wellspring
Starting this month, Shining Waters Regional Council is pleased to add a new stream of stories to our website. Wellspring: a deep dive into Spirit
United Church of Canada News
- Moderator’s Advent Message 2020 November 23, 2020Primary Media Moderator’s Advent Message 2020 In his Advent video message, Moderator Richard Bott reminds us that for everything there is a season. continue reading
- Apology for Past Adoption Practices November 19, 2020Primary Media Apology for Past Adoption Practices The United Church of Canada apologizes for the past practice of separating unmarried mothers from their children in maternity homes. continue reading
- COVID Means Revamping Minutes for Mission November 19, 2020Primary Media COVID Means Revamping Minutes for Mission Minutes for Mission is changing in 2021. The new Your Generosity Matters booklet is being mailed to pastoral charges for the new year. continue reading
- Church Makes Historic Declaration to Become Anti-Racist October 28, 2020Church Makes Historic Declaration to Become Anti-Racist Primary Media ckutchukian Wed, 10/28/2020 - 13:47 Body The United Church aspires to become an anti-racist church, creating a new position to help that happen. Read more about Church Makes Historic Declaration to Become Anti-Racist
- United Church Supports M’ikmaq Treaty Rights October 21, 2020Primary Media United Church Supports M’ikmaq Treaty Rights Join Regional Council 15 in prayer and action to honour the Peace and Friendship Treaty of 1752. continue reading