The Papal visit has resurfaced longstanding issues of pain, violence, dehumanization, abuse and genocide suffered by residential school survivors and their descendants. Every member of the Indigenous communities across the country has been impacted by the legacy of residential schools …
From Robert McClure United, CalgaryWe are thankful that a construction worker from the school next door noticed the fire and called 911 for the fire department to come and put it out. There is structural damage to the floor so the …
Are your children, grandchildren or young friends registered for a great, memorable week at camp?! If not, you’ll want to check out or let them know about the offerings of United Church Camps in Central and South Alberta at: …
Rev. Tony Snow, Indigenous Minister for Chinook Winds Region, The United Church of Canada, was ordained by Chinook Winds Regional Council & National Indigenous Council at Hillhurst United Church, Calgary, on Saturday, June 25, 2022. Guest Preacher was the Rev. …
As part of our Featuring Communities of Faith and Ministries in Chinook Winds Region, we thank Caryn Salageanu who put together this profile of Wild Rose United, Calgary. You’re encouraged to send stories about your own community of faith or …
Approximately 25 Retired Ministers and Partners gathered for lunch at Okotoks (AB) United Church on June 23, 2022. It was the first such in-person gathering since Fall 2019. Thank you for the organizing of Wilma Clark and Rev. Bob Mutlow. …
We continue to pray for the protection of the lives and human rights of residents of Ukraine. Our National Church initiated an emergency appeal to support United Church Mission & Service partners responding to the crisis. Funds go towards needs …
You are invited to celebrate the ordination of Tony Snow, Indigenous Minister for Chinook Winds Region, on Saturday, June 25, 2022, @ 1 pm MT. Tony will be ordained jointly by the National Indigenous Council and Chinook Winds Regional Council, …
By Tony Snow, Indigenous Minister for Chinook Winds Region The Chinook Winds Region offers our sincerest condolences and prayers of comfort for the family of respected Elder Alberta Billy of the We Wai Kai Nation. It is through her leadership …
Many charities expected to experience cash flow challenges in 2022 By Joel Den Haan Financially, many congregations are in a transition period for the next several months: in-person activities are picking up while online ministry continues. This has the potential …
