A series of events leading up to and including Sisters of Spirit Day give us an opportunity to commemorate the lives of Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women, Girls and Two Spirit people and to advocate for change to prevent further …
Truth and Reconciliation Day Events and Resources
Thursday, September 30, 2021 From Tony Snow, Indigenous Minister, Chinook Winds Region: Truth and Reconciliation Day was established in Canada this year in response to the Truth and Reconciliation Commission to commemorate the history and legacy of residential schools and …
Further Guidance on COVID-19 Restrictions for Alberta Places of Worship
By Treena Duncan, Executive Minister, Chinook Winds Region It’s just over a week since the Alberta Government declared a State of Emergency in Alberta and instituted new restrictions. Since then, the City of Calgary has instituted a mandatory vaccination …
Sundre United’s Haskap Muffin Ministry
While COVID-19 eroded its previous fundraising methods, Sundre (AB) United Church initiated conversations in its community to reach out beyond its building in new ways. Sundre United’s Joyce Wicks approached the former owner of the local IGA, Tom Mennear, who was …
New Restrictions for Alberta Places of Worship
A Message from Executive Minister Treena Duncan On September 15, 2021, the Alberta Government announced new measures to combat COVID-19. Places of Worship now have specific restrictions as outlined below. However, these restrictions may not greatly affect the way you are …
Season of Creation Events
Treaty 7 Day, Truth and Reconcilation Day and Sisters of Spirit Day From Tony Snow, Indigenous Minister Chinook Winds Region: This September and early October, there are many significant days and observances that call us to live out our Calls …
‘Loving One Another Means Listening to One Another’
A Message from Presiding Officer Vicki McPhee Often, in the early days of September, surrounding many aspects of our lives, there is a sense of returning. Children and teenagers return to their classes, university and college students return to their …
Guidelines for Offering COVID-19 Aware In-Person Worship and Ministry Activities
Update on September 15, 2021: Please note that the Alberta Provincial Government has announced specific restrictions for Places of Worship. You’ll find these restrictions HERE. The Guidelines below remain relevant for planning COVID19 Aware Ministry programing. From Executive Minister Treena …
September 30th National Day for Truth and Reconciliation
Also known as Orange Shirt Day The Government of Canada recently passed legislation making September 30th a federal statutory holiday called the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. The Bill responds to the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada’s Call …
Adventures in Faith and Family Book Launch to be September 21, 2021
You’re invited to the online launch of High River United Church’s Rev. Susan Lukey’s new book called Adventures in Faith and Family on September 21, 2021, at 5 pm MT through United in Learning. You’ll also receive a discount to …