Light a Candle on Thursday, April 8th ~ from Press Release posted on The United Church’s Website on March 29, 2021 On Thursday, April 8, 12:30 p.m. local time, on the eve of the Liberal and New Democratic Party National … Continue reading →
This year’s Easter message is a unique take on the Easter story after Mary Magdelene’s visit to the tomb. Eavesdrop on a conversation between Mary and the disciple Peter on what she saw, or didn’t see. (Written by Moderator Richard Bott—and thank … Continue reading →
A pastoral letter from the Rev. Blair Odney, President, Pacific Mountain Regional Council Dear Beloveds in the Pacific Mountain Regional Council, I write this letter having finished preparing Good Friday’s service. Finding the right way to express the sentiments in … Continue reading →
~ from The United Church of Canada website Please join us for “From the Table to the Cross,” a Good Friday service with Moderator Richard Bott and members of the General Council Executive. We will gather online to remember stories … Continue reading →
This year, as I walk through Holy Week, I want to be honest with myself. As much as I want to see myself in the crowd, shouting “Hosannah!” I know that I am more one of the community leaders, concerned … Continue reading →
Moderator Richard Bott invites everyone to join him in celebrating Pie Day 2021! His video gives an introduction to the ideas behind P.I.E. and how it has become a celebration on March 14th. On his Facebook page, the Moderator suggests … Continue reading →
Support for First United Church in Vancouver Exceeded Their Original Goal by 300% Coldest Night of the Year is a national fundraising walk to raise awareness and funds for charities that support people experiencing homelessness and extreme poverty. First United … Continue reading →
Merry Christmas, beloved friends. May Christ’s peace be with you, always. How are you? I hope you are finding times of joy. Moments when the love of God shines through the clouds that have appeared this year. The story of … Continue reading →
For Everything There Is A Season In his Advent message, Moderator Richard Bott reminds us that for everything there is a season. The Advent season is not just a time of waiting ― it’s a time of preparation as we … Continue reading →
On-Line Gift Catalogues Are Now Available Unique Ideas to Support Communities Around the World Gifts from the Heart The Catalogue from Canadian Lutheran World Relief Gifts With Vision The Catalogue from The United Church of Canada World of … Continue reading →