By Rev. Bill Weaver “The fact that we have more people here tonight than we have chairs tells me Albertans are looking for a better conversation. So let’s have one. Welcome to Prepared to Drown.” That became my words of …
Executive Minister Treena Duncan: Listening for God in These Times
“We are not simply waiting to see what happens to us.We are participating in building the future we want to inhabit.” As summer begins to give way to fall, I find myself returning to the rhythms of our life together: …
Moderator: Words of Hope & Accompaniment
Dear Family in Christ, Friends in Chinook Winds and Northern Spirit regional councils and communities of faith, you have been on my mind so much this year. As I listen to news stories about the drive for signatures and …
Faith Communities Come Together for Referendum Conversations
By Chris Mah Poy Congregations across Chinook Winds Region are hosting discussions on the 2026 Alberta Referendum. From St. Andrew’s, Lacombe (above) and Ponoka, to Calgary and Campus Ministry, people are engaging in frank, civil and action-oriented discussions on the referendum, …
First Third Events for 2026 -2027
First Third Ministry offers several events for children, youth, young adults and their leaders throughout the year. Please share these events widely and plan to attend! Get ready! First Third Ministry has launched registration for its YouthTrek 2026 aimed at …
Oyen United: Helping Rural Seniors Stay Connected and Independent
Oyen United Church was pleased to present Oyen Family Support Service (FCSS) with a donation of $5,000 to help sustain the operation of the local Transportation Program. This donation was made possible through a Mission and Service Grant from Chinook …
Building Belonging: Collective 2026
By Chris Mah Poy, First Third Animator, Chinook Winds Region Five hundred youth from The United Church of Canada and the Presbyterian Church in Canada gathered at Brock University in St. Catharines’ Ontario for Collective 2026, a multi-day youth event …
Camp Caravan Finishes Summer with a Splash
It’s hard to believe we’re here—Camp Caravan is a wrap for 2026! For its last week, August 17-21, 2026, Camp Caravan happened in two places at once, at Summit View United Church and Fish Creek United Church in Calgary. It …
Carstairs Bancroft United: Serving Sundaes on Tuesdays
By Bob Green, Carstairs Bancroft United Church Our Sundaes on Tuesdays program started seven years ago as a way for members of our congregation to reach out into the community, providing a service to local youth. A couple of congregation …
Camp Caravan: Coming to a Church Near You!
Just a few spots left in the remaining camps this summer! Camp Caravan is once again bringing spirit-filled day camps to communities across Calgary and Southern Alberta. Rooted in the values of Belong, Wonder, Care, and Create, Camp Caravan offers …