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Rolling Out the Red Carpet for Our Award Winners

May 16, 2012 - 2:42pm

Two United Church magazines and a video production have walked away with an armload of media awards this month.

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United Church Responds to Critique of Israel/Palestine Report

May 15, 2012 - 11:59am

In his National Post commentary, former Moderator David Giuliano responds to some of the criticism of the Report of the Working Group on Israel/Palestine Policy.

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Speak Out against Proposed Changes to Health Care for Refugees

May 4, 2012 - 7:34am

A United Church Take Action urges advocacy against changes to the Interim Federal Health Program.

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Remit 6 Deadline Extended to June 15

May 3, 2012 - 8:54am

The remit 6 deadline has been extended to June 15, 2012.

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United Church Releases Report on Israel/Palestine

April 30, 2012 - 12:02pm

An abbreviated version of today’s press release on the report of the Working Group on Israel/Palestine Policy.

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Report Calls for Dignity for All in Israel/Palestine

April 30, 2012 - 9:47am

The United Church of Canada today released the report of its Working Group on Israel/Palestine Policy. The report will be considered by the 41st General Council, August 11–18, 2012.

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United Church Response to Bible School Burning in Sudan

April 27, 2012 - 8:37am

The United Church of Canada condemns the destruction on April 21 of the Sudan Evangelical Presbyterian Church Bible School, and the burning of books, including the Bible.

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Confirmation Message: Spring 2012

April 26, 2012 - 2:03pm

Moderator Mardi Tindal’s confirmation message welcomes youth to a new phase of their life in Christ and Christian community. May you be blessed in our community of faithfulness and joy!

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Participate in World Week for Peace in Palestine and Israel

April 23, 2012 - 9:03am

Use available resources and join churches around the globe in using this special week to pray, educate, and advocate for peace in Palestine and Israel.

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United Church Addresses Concerns about Forced Adoptions

April 21, 2012 - 3:00am

The United Church of Canada is actively trying to reach out to any women who attended maternity homes operated by the church.

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United Church Marks Earth Day Nationwide—Virtually

April 18, 2012 - 11:02am

Join Moderator Mardi Tindal on Sunday, April 22, 2012, at 3:00 p.m. (EDT) for a one-hour live webcast that celebrates efforts to heal soul, community, and creation.

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Truth and Reconciliation Commission Event Begins Today

April 13, 2012 - 7:22am

Watch a live webcast of Truth and Reconciliation Commission hearings in Victoria, BC, April 13–14.

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Good Friday and Easter Sunday

April 5, 2012 - 11:43am

A directory of resources and information related to Good Friday and Easter Sunday.

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Easter 2012 Message: Fresh Songs of Hope

March 30, 2012 - 1:55pm

Christ is risen! Easter greetings from Moderator Mardi Tindal.

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Earth Day Sacred Song Contest Winners

March 13, 2012 - 11:51am

Music United and Moderator Mardi Tindal are delighted to announce the winners of the Moderator’s Earth Day Sacred Song Contest.

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Residential School Survivors Tell Their Stories

March 13, 2012 - 8:37am

Watch a live webcast of today’s Truth and Reconciliation Commission hearings in Port Alberni, British Columbia.

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Take Action: Justice for Refugees and Arms Control

March 7, 2012 - 3:28pm

The United Church is calling for action on two critical issues.

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United Church Responds to Iqaluit Townhouse Fire

February 29, 2012 - 12:02pm

The United Church is responding with emergency funds to a fire in Iqaluit that has left about 90 people homeless.

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International Women’s Day Celebration

February 28, 2012 - 3:49pm

We invite you to join us in celebrating International Women’s Day at Church House on March 7, 2012.

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Nine People Nominated to Become the 41st United Church Moderator

February 27, 2012 - 8:00am

Presbyteries and Districts from British Columbia to Newfoundland have nominated nine United Church members to stand for the role of United Church Moderator.

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