Honouring the contributions and struggles of
peoples of African descent in Canada
and around the world

Throughout February, the United Church of Canada is posting information, blogs, images, and links to resources on its Facebook page.  Here are some that you could explore:

• “Unity and Legacy: Celebrating Black History in Canada and the United Church“, an article written by the Rev. Franklyn James of West River United Church, Cornwall, Prince Edward Island
• “Identity and Diversity between Two Realities“, an article written by Mandimby Rakotondramboa, a 23 year old from Madagascar currently studying communications at the University of Montreal
• “I Am Because We Are”, an article written by Takudzwa Lavin Nyariri who shares about the joys and challenges of keeping one’s culture of birth while making space within Canada society
• A list of links to worship ideas, related materials, prayers, and blog articles found on The United Church’s website

• The Very Rev. Wilbur Howard was the first (and only, so far) Black Moderator of The United Church of Canada, serving from 1974-1977.  We are grateful for his many contributions and for how he challenged and changed the church.  Find out more about the Very Rev. Dr. Wilbur Howard in this article from Broadview magazine.

  

  Wilbur Howard at the 26th General Council in 1974, where he was elected moderator. (Credit: Observer files)