The following pastoral letter is from Chinook Winds Region’s Presider, Rev. Taylor Croissant and Executive Minister Treena Duncan and Northern Spirit Region’s President Rev. Leigh Sinclair and Executive Minister Rev. Shannon McCarthy. Peace to You in the Name of Christ …
n a video message, Rev. Taylor Croissant introduces himself as our new Presiding Officer, elected by the Chinook Winds Regional Executive. He also outlines the Region’s priorities and the work of the Executive at its recent October meeting. Taylor is …
Retired ministers and their partners from across Chinook Winds Region gathered on October 16, 2025, in Okotoks for their annual luncheon — a time to reconnect, and celebrate the bonds of ministry and friendship. They were joined by Chinook Winds …
Living from Gratitude As fall settles in and Thanksgiving approaches, I find myself reflecting on wisdom from Diana Butler Bass: “Gratitude is more than an emotion; it is a disposition that can be chosen and cultivated, an outlook toward life …
Between August 7-11, 2025, The United Church of Canada’s General Council 45 met at the Calgary Telus Convention Centre and wove together worship, deep listening, and bold visioning for the church’s future. Please check out our special Chinook Winds e-newsletter …
Close to 500 people are attending The United Church of Canada’s General Council 45 in-person meeting in Calgary from August 7 to 11, 2025. The delegates will gather at the Telus Convention Centre and Knox United Church, Calgary. …
You can cheer on Chinook Winds leadership and our Office of Vocation Minister in this year’s Alvin Dixon Memorial Walk/Run, which takes place every three years when the General Council meets. Or sign up to join in the August 10 walk/run yourself! …
Camp Caravan’s 10th summer is off to an incredible start! With hearts full and vehicles packed with games, glitter, and God’s love, we’ve already rolled through two beautiful weeks of camp magic – starting at St. David’s / Northminster United …
By Sue Brodrick, Chair, Local Arrangements team Thank you! It’s wonderful that approximately 100 people are volunteering to welcome the 45th General Council of The United Church of Canada to the Telus Convention Centre, downtown Calgary, from August 7-11, 2025. …
Threads Through Time was a fun way to celebrate the United Church’s 100th Anniversary and also raise money for summer camp bursaries! Wilma Clark and others from the SoCal Cluster of United Churches organized a fashion show by Memory Lane …
