Some familiar and new voices will lead music at the Chinook Winds Regional Meeting, May 8-11, 2025. We’re excited to be joined by Mark Green, Barb Myers and Cheryl Dennett. Mark Green has been a United Church Minister for 30+ …
Easter Calls Us to Fully Engage with Life – Treena Duncan
Dear friends, As we journey from the shadowed stillness of Lent into the promise of Easter morning, I find myself reflecting on the depth and complexity of this holy season. It is not a straightforward path. It never has been. …
Right Relations Red Dress Event on May 3, 2025
Honoring Red Dress Day through Culture, Connection, and Community What to Expect: Registration is not required but it would be helpful if you could let us know you are coming! https://www.mcdunited.com/store/p/red-dress-ogden-hub
First-Ever Imagine Children’s Retreat: Sunlit Memories & Sacred Moments
By Lisa Penzo, Camping MinisterWe had an absolutely incredible time under bright blue skies at Kasota East Camp, Sylvan Lake, for the very first Chinook Winds First Third Children’s Retreat, April 4-6, 2025! With joy, laughter, and faith woven into …
Regional Executive Update: Spring 2025 Meeting Highlights
Please check out the latest update from the Chinook Winds Regional Executive Council which met March 17-19, 2025. Through thoughtful discussion, worship, and collaboration, the Executive built on its commitments to effective leadership, healthy communities of faith and faithful public …
Moose Hide Campaign Event on May 15, 2025
Join us for our Moose Hide Campaign Event with song and prayer and special speakers to commemorate this grassroots movement to end gender-based violence. Date: May 15 Time: 2 PM MT Location: Central United Church, Calgary, AB
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. RSVP to either the person listed or to Shelley Den Haan, Communications & Cluster Support. Foothills …
St. Andrew’s United and City of Lacombe Partner for Woodland Sanctuary
An initiative by St. Andrew’s United, Lacombe, to plant 100 trees for The United Church of Canada’s Centennial received final approval from Lacombe’s City Council last week. Called the Woodland Sanctuary, the project involves both the city and congregation turning …
March Town Hall Recording: The Buzz in First Third Ministry
Executive Minister Treena Duncan, First Third Animator Chris Mah Poy, and Baz Skinner, First Third Animator for Lethbridge and Area, dove into the vibrant regional ministries with children, youth and young adults at our Town Hall on Wednesday, March 26, …
Cari Copeman-Haynes: Our New Vocational Minister
Rev. Cari Copeman-Haynes joins the The United Church of Canada’s Office of Vocation team as the Vocation Minister for Pacific Mountain and Chinook Winds Regional Councils. On March 17, Cari began in her role part-time in mid-March 2025 and will …