an article by Tali Folkins on January 8, 2016 in the Anglican Journal The relationship between the Anglican Church of Canada and the United Church of Canada (UCC) is back on track, the United Church’s moderator says—and she’s delighted about … Continue reading →
On December 15, 2015, the Moderator of The United Church of Canada, the Right Rev. Jordan Cantwell, attended an event in Ottawa to mark the release of Canada’s Truth and Reconciliation Commission’s final report. Speaking at the gathering, Cantwell delivered … Continue reading →
Moderator Gary Paterson Reflects on the Closing Ceremonies of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission After six years of travelling the country and listening to and gathering up the stories of thousands of survivors of Indian Residential Schools, and the stories … Continue reading →
An Invitation to Enter into a Time of Prayer During the Closing Ceremonies of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission National Bishop Susan C. Johnson invites the church, “into prayer for the closing events of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission and … Continue reading →
As the Truth and Reconciliation Commission holds its closing event and releases its Final Report and recommendations, United Church congregations are encouraged to reflect, pray, and worship on the journey of reconciliation on four Sundays, May 31 to June 21 … Continue reading →
Anglican Church Leadership Invites the Church into an Intentional Time of Discernment The Archbishop and Primate, Fred Hiltz, and the National Indigenous Anglican Bishop, Mark L. MacDonald, give the background and description of the “22 Days” planned for the time between the … Continue reading →
~ an article written by Matt Gardner and posted to the Anglican Church of Canada website on March 11, 2015 Marking a new stage in the healing journey of residential school survivors, the Anglican Church of Canada will have a … Continue reading →
The leadership of all three of our denominations have written to the Honourable Bernard Valcourt, Minister of Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Development Canada, concerning Bill C-33, First Nations Control of First Nations Education Act. Both letters indicate that this Act acknowledges the … Continue reading →
In her weekly letter, General Secretary Nora Sanders reflects on National Aboriginal Day and Aboriginal voices in The United Church of Canada. Her letter is filled with information and ideas that will help us continue our walk on the reconciliation path. More … Continue reading →
The seventh National Event of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission (TRC), this one with the theme “Wisdom”, is being held in Edmonton from March 27th to 30th. Some of it will be live-streamed on the TRC website. Background to this … Continue reading →