United Church to Mark Earth Day with Webcast
The United Church of Canada (UCC) will mark Earth Day on April 22 in a high-tech but low impact way: by going online.
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‘Well-Respected’ Former Missionary Passes Away
Rev. Dr. Russell Hall, pastor, missionary, peacemaker and moderator, passed away December 9, 2011. He was 91 years old.
Toronto Church Hosts Public Transit Discussion
In response to what has become one of the most polarizing political topics in Toronto today, St. Andrew’s, Humber Heights, hosted an open forum on public transit.
Community News — in our May issue
Former Prime Minister Speaks About Aboriginal Education Paul Martin fascinated a large audience at Montreal’s Church of St. Andrew and St. Paul on March 18, […]
Church Groups Concerned Over Escalating Sudan Conflict
Reacting to some of the worst fighting between Sudan and South Sudan since the southern country achieved independence last July, two international church groups on April 17 expressed “grave concern” and called for an immediate ceasefire.
Burma Election Results Greeted with Wary Optimism
Although opposition leader Aung San Suu Kyi and her National League for Democracy (NLD) won most of the seats in parliamentary by-elections in Burma (Myanmar) on April 1, the results were greeted with wary optimism by Christian organizations.
Melville, Ont.
The congregation at Melville celebrated the 50th anniversary of Rev. Dr. Stephen Chen and his wife Lifang (Yoshiko) in their ministry and marriage. After the […]
Chippawa, Ont.
The people of Chippawa are grateful for the services of paramedics in their area—and they’ve shown it! Members of the church filled pizza boxes with […]
Sedgwick Memorial, Tatamagouche, N.S.
All five of Frances Grant’s daughters turned out to Sedgwick Memorial on the occasion of their mother’s 80th birthday, serenading Frances with “On the Wings […]
Knox, St. Thomas, Ont.
One Sunday in January, St. Thomas heard a children’s story about a man who wore a big, red hat in order to finally be noticed […]
St. Mary’s, Ont.
Moderator Rev. Dr. Rick Horst revisited a former congregation in November, 2011; St. Mary’s was celebrating its 163rd anniversary and 150 members and friends came […]
St. John’s, Pugwash, N.S.
The congregation of St. John’s celebrated Thanksgiving in a beautiful and generous way. A table was decorated with autumn flair and food; later, the food […]
Knox, North Easthorpe, Ont.
Three young men confirmed their faith at Knox in June, 2011. Andrew Horne (front left), Cameron Hart (front centre) and Matthew Fullerton (front right) were […]
First, New Westminster, B.C.
Rev. Tim Bruneau and the rest of First have been meticulously planning the church’s March 11 anniversary. After all, it’s a big landmark: 2012 is […]
St. Andrew’s, Nanaimo, B.C.
The children of St. Andrew’s chose to help the people of famine – stricken East Africa for their Advent project in 2011. The children’s offerings […]
St. Andrew’s, Warkworth, Ont.
In December St. Andrew’s fêted Ona Carlaw upon her retirement after 39 years of service as elder, Sunday school teacher and clerk of session. The […]
Knox, Tiverton, Ont.
Knox’s Irene Bradley recently celebrated a milestone birthday: 99 years and still an energetic contributor to church life. Irene is a valued member of the […]
St. Andrew’s, The Falls, N.S.
In 2010, a cairn was built on the old St. Andrew’s property, commemorating the now – closed church. In October, 2011, an official dedication of […]
Life on the Farm
Each year hundreds of thousands of workers come to Canada on temporary visas. Melanie Ferrier explores what life is like for the migrant farm workers who help keep us fed.
Tribute to John Moir
My first encounter with John Moir took place in 1974. I was a young arts student struggling to find my way at the University of […]