Here's a link to our 2020 Pride Newsletter which includes resources on how to: Create a public sign of welcome to the LGBTQ2S community Record a "Happy Pride" greeting for the virtual pride celebrations Join with United Church friends on Sunday, June 28 at 1PM for a gathering Share For the Great Diversity prayer in your own worship and social media Join in a community pride event -- add your event on our website Sing David Kai's wonderful hymn, We Are A Rainbow
Author: Susie Henderson
On May 11th, 2020, a letter endorsed by 250 congregations from across Ontario was sent to Premier Doug Ford, requesting the government lift restrictions on gatherings in church buildings — despite the recommendations of health officials that in-person worship continue to be suspended. This letter does not speak to the position of The United Church of Canada, nor Shining Waters Regional Council. From the beginning of the COVID-19 Pandemic, our commitment to communities of faith has been that we...
In light of current news, we want to confirm that while some parts of Canada are reopening, in Ontario we are not at the same point (based on the recent May 14th, 2020 update from the Ford Government). Watch Premier Ford's update from May 14 on YouTube. In the case of Ontario, the United Church guidelines for re-opening are for future consideration.
A message for all members of Shining Waters Regional Council, and to staff for information. WE ARE NOT ALONE SHARE OUR CONFERENCE CALL PHONE LINE Shining Waters has an account for telephone conference calls. If this would be helpful for any Communities of Faith to connect or to conduct meetings during this time, you are welcome to use it. Please contact Rachael Howes for the numbers and codes, rhowes@united-church.ca or 800-268-3781, ext. 6144. OPEN HOURS Starting next week Shining Waters...
An invitation for Community Ministers to have a conversation