If you’d like to print the Re-Launch Guidelines, click on this link for higher resolution. Friends, COVID-19 is far from over. While our physical distancing has flattened the curve, infections and even deaths are still occurring. Those who are most …
Lee Spice announces retirement
By Rev. Lee Spice,Chinook Winds Region’sPastoral Relations Minister After a great deal of thought and prayer, I have decided to retire as of June 30, 2021. When I answered the call, two years ago, to take this position as …
Rev. Joyce Sasse to be honoured by St. Andrew’s College
Chinook Winds Region Minister Rev. Joyce Sasse has been chosen to receive an honorary Doctor of Divinity from St. Andrew’s College, Saskatoon at the theological school’s May convocation in recognition of her contributions to rural ministry. Congratulations, Joyce! From St. …
Ash Wednesday Tattoos available for Chinook Winds congregations
Thank you for your tattoo orders. The Bulk Order has been placed and we’ve closed the order form. We should receive the tattoos shortly to mail out to you in advance of Ash Wednesday. By Tracy Robertson,St. Thomas United, CalgaryHi …
On this Day of Epiphany…
A message from Chinook Winds Presiding Officer Vicki McPhee on the violence on Washington’s Capitol Hill On this day of Epiphany, in the tenth month of a global pandemic and during a week of high political tension for our neighbours …
Temporary Changes to Manual
Temporary Changes to the Manual of The United Church of CanadaAt its November 26, 2020 Meeting, the General Council Executive has made the following amendments, in effect until June 30, 2021: a) an extension of the temporary amendments to pastoral …
Reboot Your Worship with Dr Marcia McFee
0ffered free to Chinook Winds in online sessions January 6, 12 and 19! Recordings are available but you need to register. Yes, it’s only early January but this great opportunity helps you get ready for Lent that starts in mid-February! While …
Goodwill to All Advent Study
A Public, Intentional, Explicit Conversation on Anti-Racism in the Church Join us on December 17 at 7 PM MST for Goodwill to ALL: A Public, Intentional and Explicit Conversation on Anti-Racism in the Church with special guests Rev. Murray Pruden, …
Living Spirit United Church Looks to the Future Amidst a Pandemic
WATCH THIS SPACE FOR WHAT COMES NEXT In this update, Living Spirit United Church (LSUC) and Chinook Winds leadership report to the future plans for LSUC and its building. Thank you to report writers Merle Ann May, LSUC Council Chair …
Angel’s Message to Mary speaks to us today
Advent Message and Executive Report from Chinook Winds Presider Vicki McPhee ‘Do not be afraid,’ the Angel Gabriel said unto Mary, ‘you have found favour with God.’ Luke 1.30 (NRSV) As we enter into the Season of Advent—a season of …
A Statement on COVID-19 Restrictions for Places of Worship in Alberta
The Chinook Winds Regional Council of The United Church of Canada is supportive of the Alberta Public Health COVID-19 directives currently minimizing participation in-person worship. Many of our members are in vulnerable categories, and even one person contracting the virus …