This comprehensive presentation covers topics from the Imperial Context, Canada’s Indigenous Policy, The Indian Residential Settlement Agreement, to United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (UNDRIP). The presentation allows for an in-depth understanding of TRC’s final report, its 10 Principles and 94 Calls to Action. The Truth and Reconciliation presentation provides insight into the Progress Report, Examples of Implementations, Personal Acts of Reconciliation, Barriers...
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Another series for The Bible for Busy People online on Zoom. Why have the psalms been so important to Christians? We use them in our church services and funerals, and they form the basis of many of our hymns. Much of their importance comes from the fact that they are used so often in the New Testament. Many of the most famous statements that Jesus makes are actually Jesus quoting from the psalms. Even Satan quotes them in the NT. Why? That’s what we’ll be looking at in this edition of the...
The Emmanuel College Admissions Office will be hosting a hybrid in-person/online lunchtime information event for prospective students on November 30, 2022. This event provides an opportunity to learn about the programs Emmanuel College offers, and offers a chance to connect with current students, faculty and other prospective students who are interested in acquiring a theological education. Immediately following our time together, in-person participants will be invited to join us for our...
The United Church of Canada set a bold, new emissions reduction target this year - asking for an 80% reduction of greenhouse gas emissions by 2030. Many of us are asking, “How will we meet this target given our limited time and resources?” This information session will begin a shared discussion of realistic and practical steps, driven by expertise, that will enable us to meet this ambitious target. And we will remind ourselves of why these actions are absolutely necessary. Please share this...
Willowdale Emmanuel United Church Special Education Event: "Peace and Courage" For the World, Church and Community Special Guest Speaker: Rev. Eun-Kyung Kim, Moderator, Presbyterian Church in the Republic of Korea (PROK) Friday October 14th, 2022 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Public Lecture & Fellowship Sunday October 16th, 2022 10:30 a.m. Worship Service & Fellowship Place: Willowdale Emmanuel United Church, 349 Kenneth Ave. North York For more information contact the church office at...