Chinook Winds staff person Chris Mah Poy is on medical leave. Filling in as Youth Animator is Lisa Penzo. Lisa has worked extensively in children, youth and family ministry and is also an elected school trustee for the Foothills School …
Honouring Brenda Fawkes
By Rev. Joanne Anquist, Presiding Officer, Chinook Winds Region Please see funeral details below It’s been 5 days since we learned that Brenda Fawkes had been killed in an accident. I’m sure most of us met this news with shock. …
Difficult News
You will find information about Brenda’s funeral and a memorial fund in her memory HERE Dear Beloved Community, I am writing with deep sorrow to share the heartbreaking news that our dear friend and colleague, Rev. Brenda Fawkes, was tragically …
Indigenous Ministry Events for September and October
Check out the Reconciliation Month newsletter HERE National Day of Truth and Reconciliation Events Monday, September 30 Land Acknowledgement Workshop. 10 am. Write or re-write a land acknowledgement. Then stay for a simple lunch. Facilitator Rev. Tony Snow. Lakeview United …
Youth Animator for Lethbridge & area: introducing Baz Skinner
Lethbridge and the surrounding area now have a youth animator, thanks to the collaborative efforts of the McKillop, Southminster, Fort Macleod-Granum and Prairie Spirit pastoral charges and First Third Ministry. Baz Skinner introduces herself below. One of her first projects …
Register for Rural Ministry Conference 2024
Enjoy rural hospitality, inspiring speakers and practical workshops in an affirming Christian environment at Rural Ministry Conference 2024 at Trinity United Church, Fort Macleod from Friday, October 25 to Sunday, October 27, 2024. Our Keynote speaker will be Rev. Bronwyn …
Fall Cluster Gathering Opportunities
Clusters provide wonderful opportunities for congregational leaders to connect, support each other, share resources and collaborate. You’re welcome to attend any of these clusters which are frequently scheduled around a shared meal. RSVP to either the person listed or to …
Fall 2024 youth and young adult events
Pass on the news! First Third Ministry’s YouthTrek Lethbridge happens October 4-6, 2024 and Re:unite Young Adult Retreat takes place November 8-11. YouthTrek is for youth (ages 12-17) and their leaders and will take place at Southminster United, Lethbridge. Buses …
Chinook Winds UCW to meet October 10, 2024
Registration is now open for the Chinook Winds United Church Women (UCW) Fall gathering on Thursday, October 10, 2024, from 9 am to 3:30 pm at Okotoks United Church. The day begins with coffee and refreshments at 9 am. The …
New Ministry and Personnel Committee Workshops offered Fall 2024
This fall, we are pleased to offer three additional Ministry and Personnel (M&P) Committee workshops designed to support your congregational work and led by Chinook Winds Pastoral Relations Minister Rev. Dr. Karen Medland. All workshops are free, take place online …