Julie McGonegal, Author at Shining Waters

A haven of hospitality

Julie McGonegal — Tue, 16 Feb 2021 17:51:08 +0000

A French-speaking faith community in Toronto is a place of welcome for francophones wanting to gather […]

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The time is up

Julie McGonegal — Tue, 03 Nov 2020 15:11:10 +0000

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.

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Being the Virtual Church

Julie McGonegal — Mon, 23 Mar 2020 18:23:18 +0000

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?

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“Because I can do no other”: Why Licensed Lay Worship Leaders Serve

Julie McGonegal — Fri, 28 Feb 2020 21:18:11 +0000

Deep, contagious, extraordinary love. That’s what two Licensed Lay Worship Leaders (LLWLs) exude when they talk about their ministry.

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