Registration Fee (includes snack and lunch) $150 + HST (Regular) $120 + HST (Early Bird, register by September 30, 2023) Details at uoft.me/cricevents/#ac-1810 About the Workshop (FOR CLERGY, CHAPLAINS, SPIRITUAL CARE PROVIDERS) Spiritual Care to the dying and bereaved, while being one of the most satisfying aspects of ministry, has always had challenges. We embrace those struggling with difficult decisions. The advent of MAiD has increased the complexity of these conversations and...
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Following up from the excellent podcasts that Rev. Roberta Howey has produced on the subject of medical assistance in dying (MAID), Rev. Dr. Bacon will be joining Rev. Howey in a ministry forum on the above date. We will be joined by our guest the Reverend Doctor Anne Simmons who brings a wealth of experience in the area of death, dying and the management of grief. Our plan is to have three brief presentations followed by a Q & A session. In 2016 the Canadian Parliament passed legislation...
Initial Workshop Date: Wednesday, January 12, 2022, 7–9:30 p.m. EST, Online Follow-Up Sessions: January 26, February 23, March 30, April 27 (last Wednesday of each month, 7–8:30 p.m. EST/EDT, Online) This course is for anyone working in a Christian vocational context who wants to explore how to protect the aspects of their ministry lives that nourish them and navigate the inevitable stressors along the way. It may be especially helpful to folks considering a job transition, experiencing an...
The PRC decided to instigate a research project called the Equity Goal Research Project. Due Date: Proposals are due January 15, 2021
United Church of Canada News
- More than 100 Francophone Youth Attended First-Time United Church Event December 10, 2024La rencontre nationale des jeunes francophones du Canada (Ré-unis) brought together young francophones from across Canada for the first time. The event was in Sherbrooke, QC, November 29‒December 1,… continue reading
- Visit Strengthens Ties with Canadian Members of WCC December 9, 2024World Council of Churches’ General Secretary hosted by the Canadian Council of Churches on visit to Canada, including a stop at the national office of The United Church of Canada
- Moderator’s Christmas Message 2024 December 9, 2024The birth of the Christ Child among us changed our world forever. So, this Christmas, the Moderator invites us to look around at the signs of change and new life.
- Elders Have Set a Path Forward for the Indigenous Church December 2, 2024The National Indigenous Spiritual Gathering met in Winnipeg from November 29 through December 2 for a time of discussion, reflection, and prayer.
- Rainbow Steps Vandalized After Inclusive Public Hymn Sing December 2, 2024A candlelight vigil on December 1 responded to vandalism of the rainbow steps at an Affirming church in Brighton, Ontario, shortly after the regional council held an inclusive hymn sing on those same… continue reading