Toward 2035: Envisioning the Future of the United Church Can you perceive a new thing? God is doing something fresh among us—something that calls us to hospitality, justice, and hope. Toward 2035 is an invitation to prayer and a whole-church …
Workshop for Congregational Trustees 2026: Recording Available
Our latest Trustee Workshop was recorded and is available for your use. Workshop facilitators were Rev. Joel Den Haan, Community of Faith Strategy Consultant; Susan Brodrick, Chair, Property Working Committee and Barrie Clayton, member, Property Working Committee. This workshop originally …
A Joint Message from Alberta’s Regional Councils: Let’s Remember Who We Are Called To Be
Dear friends in Christ, I write to you as the Presiding Officer of Chinook Winds Regional Council, and as an Albertan. An Albertan whose pioneer family origin in this land predates the creation of the province itself. An Albertan who …
Ministry & Personnel & Church Board Learning Opportunities this Spring
Regional Minister Rev. Dr. Karen Medland will offer a Ministry & Personnel Committee Workshop and a Church Board Learning Day this Spring 2026. See below for details. Join Regional Minister Rev. Dr. Karen Medland for a Ministry & Personnel Workshop …
New Regional Representative? Please let us know!
With congregational annual meeting time upon us, this is also when new regional representatives may be elected. Our Church is grateful for the discipleship of those who serve as Regional Representatives. If your congregation has a new regional representative, please …
In Grief and In Solidarity: Standing Firm in Love Amid Tragedy
We join with so many across our country, holding in prayer the children, families, educators, first responders of Tumbler Ridge, BC, and all who carry shock, grief, fear, and unanswered questions. As people of faith, we acknowledge that violence grieves …
A Time of Renewal for Ministry Personnel
Earlier in February 2026, several Chinook Winds Regional Ministry Personnel gathered near Caroline, AB for a meaningful time of renewal, learning, and shared reflection organized by Chinook Winds Region and LeaderShift. Set in the beautiful Sanctum Retreat Centre, the retreat …
Camp Caravan 2026: We’re Hiring Staff & Welcoming Host Communities!
Camp Caravan is already rolling into 2026 with energy, imagination, and big dreams—and we’re inviting people and communities to be part of the journey. As a travelling, community-based summer day camp, Camp Caravan brings a week of joy, creativity, belonging, …
Stewardship Resources for You & Your Community of Faith
By Community of Faith Stewardship Support Staff Faithful Footprints Grant is Back!The Faithful Footprints Grant supports United Church communities of faith in making decarbonization upgrades to their buildings. Grants of up to $20,000 are available to help reduce fossil fuel …
When the Light Arrives Boldly
By Treena Duncan Every year, my kids and I watch The Grinch together. It’s become a kind of Christmas ritual, something we started when they were small and still do now that they’re young adults. We can practically recite the …