We are thankful for three writers who report on two recent education events organized by the Intercultural Ministry Network of Northern Spirit and Chinook Winds Region. “Continuing the Awkward Conversation to be an Intercultural and Sustainability Church” was held on …
The first-ever Chinook Winds Region Clergy Gathering will take place onWednesday, November 27 at Symons Valley United Church, Calgary, AB. The day will run from 10 AM to 4 PM – morning refreshments and lunch included. This event is for …
Organisations where children gather, such as churches, are also ones to which predators are drawn to be near young people. While we want to be invitational, we can unintentionally place our children and others at risk. Thanks to the astuteness …
Licensed Lay Worship Leaders (LLWL) play an essential role in the ministry of the church. As we have begun a new way of being as Chinook Winds Region, the following are the policies that have been put into place regarding …
In spite of yet another winter storm on October 8, the Retired Ministers and Partners luncheon carried on at the Chinook Winds Regional Office at Okotoks United Church. About 38 had hoped to come, 20 were still able to join …
By Mary Shearer Over the past three years, many communities of faith have appointed one or two witnesses to witness by seeking truth, recognizing the need for healing and working toward reconciliation with Indigenous people. They have helped to build …
Barbara Davison, Strathmore AB, represented the United Church Women at the Catholic Women’s League (CWL)’s Annual Convention in Calgary last month. She found while our churches are different, we are on similar paths towards nature conservation. Notable Quote: “If we …
Check out the Rev. John Crowdis’ The Accessible Faith Project on Youtube. John is aiming to make the Christian faith accessible on the social media channel used by 71 per cent of Canadian internet users. So far, John’s short, informative …
Queen’s College School of Theology and the United Church Office of Vocation offer an on-line certificate in Ministry of Supervision. The Certificate in Ministry of Supervision provides participants with the information and skills to mentor individuals preparing for ministries by …
The Intercultural Ministry Network of Chinook Winds and Northern Spirit Regions and the Edmonton Area Intercultural Ministry Working Group present: Intercultural Continuing Education and Learning Day Event October 16 – 18, 2019 and Korean Minister’s/Lay Leaders Gathering 2019 October 18-19, …
