Clusters provide wonderful opportunities for congregational leaders to connect, support each other, share resources and collaborate. You’re welcome to attend any of these clusters. RSVP to either the person listed or to Shelley Den Haan, Communications & Cluster Support. Foothills …
St. Andrew’s United and City of Lacombe Partner for Woodland Sanctuary
An initiative by St. Andrew’s United, Lacombe, to plant 100 trees for The United Church of Canada’s Centennial received final approval from Lacombe’s City Council last week. Called the Woodland Sanctuary, the project involves both the city and congregation turning …
March Town Hall Recording: The Buzz in First Third Ministry
Executive Minister Treena Duncan, First Third Animator Chris Mah Poy, and Baz Skinner, First Third Animator for Lethbridge and Area, dove into the vibrant regional ministries with children, youth and young adults at our Town Hall on Wednesday, March 26, …
Cari Copeman-Haynes: Our New Vocational Minister
Rev. Cari Copeman-Haynes joins the The United Church of Canada’s Office of Vocation team as the Vocation Minister for Pacific Mountain and Chinook Winds Regional Councils. On March 17, Cari began in her role part-time in mid-March 2025 and will …
Bring Camp Caravan to Your Community this Summer 2025
First Third Ministry and Fish Creek Shared Ministries are excited to invite your Community of Faith to be part of something truly special—hosting Camp Caravan 2025! Camp Caravan is a travelling camping ministry that brings faith, fun, and community engagement …
Welcome to Lisa Penzo, Camping Minister
We are thrilled to welcome Lisa Penzo as our Camping Minister with First Third Ministry! Lisa is supporting Camp Caravan and the broader camping ministries of Chinook Winds Region. This vital work is made possible thanks to support from the Chinook …
Take a Stand for Kindness: Pink Shirt Day Town Hall Recording Available
In a world where much hate exists, Pink Shirt Day is about taking a stand for kindness.On February 26, 2025, our Town Hall was a time of reflection and acknowledgement of the continuing repercussions of lateral violence from Indian Residential …
Lighting the Way: How Alberta’s Emily Spencer Kerby Inspired Change for Women
By Gayle Simonson During The United Church of Canada’s Centennial, we will be sharing historical articles in our e-newsletter and on our website. Thank you to Gayle Simonson, an experienced researcher & writer and a volunteer with the United Church …
Town Hall Recording Available: Step into our Centennial Story
For the January 22, 2025 Chinook Winds Region Town Hall, we jumped into our Centennial Year with our Archivist Leanne Templeton and friends to hear historical stories and how we can connect with this history. Her talk included fascinating stories of early …
Ministry Personnel Retreat: Restore Your Soul this Winter
Only a few spots left! Register now to not miss out! A current priority of the Chinook Winds Region is to nurture and support the well-being and resilience of church leaders. We are excited to offer a Ministry Personnel Retreat, …