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Job Posting: Executive Assistant – Closing date is October 23
The St. John’s Regional Council Office is seeking an individual to fill the role of Executive Assistant to the Executive Minister for First Dawn Eastern Edge, Fundy St. Lawrence Dawning Waters and Bermuda-Nova Scotia Regional Councils on a permanent full-time basis (35 hours per week). Please click the link for the full job posting.
2026 Licensed Lay Worship Leaders Gathering: Holding Space October 23 & 24, 2026 Regional Council Office, Sackville, NB
If you are a LLWL, studying to be licensed, or interested in learning more about the program, join us at the Regional Offices for a time of learning, fellowship and spiritual renewal on Friday October 23rd 11:30 AM – Saturday 24th at 3:00 PM.
This event is available for those who are interested from Bermuda- Nova Scotia and Fundy St Lawrence Dawning Waters. Our theme is: Holding Space. We will be exploring EPIC Worship Planning and the Season of Advent.
Please see attached link to the registration form.
Accommodations at the Coastal Inn (if required) will be booked by the Office at a discounted rate.
If you have questions, please contact :
BNS – Sandi Irving Sandrapauletteirving@gmail.com , or Betty Ann Watts bettyannwatts6@gmail.com
FSLDW- Barbara Prowse barbara.prowse@gmail.com , or Heather Donnelly oldfarm1867@gmail.com
Bermuda-Nova Scotia Pastoral Relations News – October 2026
- Approved the Supply Appointment of Catherine MacDonald with the amalgamating churches of Halifax, 30 hours/week, October 1, 2026 to February 28, 2027.
- Approved the Supply Appointment of Annika Sangster with the amalgamating churches of Halifax, 10 hours/week, October 1, 2026 to February 28, 2027.
- Approved the Appointment of Shiloh Minor, Candidate, with Annapolis Granville Pastoral Charge, 30 hours/week, November 1, 2026 to December 31, 2028.
- Approved the Supply Appointment of Tee Vhembo, Admission Minister, with Kingston Pastoral Charge, 25 hours/week, October 1, 2026 to January 31, 2027, during the medical leave of Ian Harrison.
- Approved the Appointment of Jack Canning, Candidate, with the collaborative ministry of West Bay Pastoral Charge and St. Mark’s United Church, Port Hawkesbury, full time, October 12, 2026 to October 12, 2028. Alicia Cox, Liaison.
- Approved the Request for Change in Pastoral Relations from the collaborative ministry of Springhill Pastoral Charge and River Phillip Pastoral Charge, effective January 14, 2027.
- Approved the collaborative ministry of West Bay Pastoral Charge and St. Mark’s United Church, Port Hawkesbury, as an SME Learning Site.
- Next meeting: Friday, November 13, 2026.
Worship 101: Webinar Resources for Lay Leaders
Are you a lay leader looking for increased understanding and resources when leading worship? Worship 101 Webinar Series is for you. Join experienced clergy and lay leaders as they share their knowledge. There will be 5 sessions Monday evenings 7-8:30 commencing October 26. Cost is $50/participant. Zoom links will be provided as confirmation to registration. All sessions will be recorded. Information on sessions and presenters can be found here.
Register here.
Growth and Stewardship Ideas: Growing What is Working
Please click here to read the Growth and Stewardship Ideas from Sharon Ballantyne, Growth and Stewardship Animator, for October 21, 2026.
Contact your growth and stewardship animator Sharon Ballantyne sballantyne@united-church.ca
Children, Youth and Young Adults Survey
The Regional Minister for Children, Youth, and Young Adults would like to hear from you! Whether you are a leader, a minister, a parent/guardian, a grand-parent, a youth, a young adult or someone interested in knowing more, I’d like to know what you think is needed for ministry with these age groups in the region.
Please feel free to print this survey and mail the completed copy to the Bermuda-Nova Scotia Regional Council Office, 21 Wright Street, Sackville NB E4L 4P8, c/o Rev. Catherine Stuart, or complete it online. Share it with folks in your community of faith, camp, campus ministry or after school program. Share it with neighbours who may have been connected with one of these ministries. The deadline for submission is October 30, 2026.
Questions or concerns? Email Catherine Stuart cstuart@united-church.ca
ADMINISTRY – Church Administrators’ Fall Virtual Check-In, November 2nd
All United Church Church Administrators (Office Coordinators, Secretaries, etc.) are invited to a virtual Zoom meeting on Monday, November 2, from 1:30 – 3:00p.m. No registration fee! We will be doing a general check-in and chat. If you are interested in participating, please contact Heather Spares at admin@unitedheritagechurch.com before Sunday, November 1st to receive login details.
🌱 Invitation: Climate Motivator Program 2027
Greetings friends!
Here’s an exciting opportunity for Communities of Faith to host a young adult (18–25) for a paid 8-week placement from mid-May to mid-July 2027.
A Climate Motivator can work with your community to strengthen and grow your climate justice work, engage different generations, and bring new energy to your congregation and community. 🌍💚
This is a wonderful opportunity to begin, strengthen, or expand your climate justice ministry!
📅 Deadline: November 20, 2026
If your Community of Faith is interested, please consider applying and being part of this exciting initiative. For more information, click here.
Blessings,
Rev. Shepherd Munikwa
Minister for Justice, Mission & Outreach
Breaking the Silence delegation to Guatemala March 6th-19th, 2027. APPLY BY NOV. 6TH
Join us for the Breaking the Silence 2026 Delegation to Guatemala Sat. March 6th-Fri. March 19th. You will help build international solidarity and learn from our Rabinal partners: the New Hope Foundation’s culturally relevant, bilingual Maya Achí-Spanish high school and the Community Legal Clinic that seeks justice for genocide-cases and other crimes committed against communities in the Rabinal area during the Internal Armed Conflict. A meaningful part of the delegation will be an overnight visit to the community of Río Negro to learn about its history and how it has rebuilt following a campaign of destruction during the 1980s. You will have the chance to spend time with our mining justice partners resisting a Canadian silver mining project.
Applicants must attend the delegation orientation Nov. 21st, 10am-Nov. 22nd, noon at Tatamagouche Centre. To learn more about the 2027 Delegation to Guatemala, please contact Kathryn Anderson at kathrynande@gmail.com.
2027 Canadian Church Calendars – Pre Orders
Pre-orders are now being accepted for the new 2027 Canadian Church Calendar! If you would like to order any calendars, please email details to FDEE@united-church.ca. Please include in your email the quantity you would like, and your preferred shipping address.
The cost of the calendars are:
1-10 calendars: $7.00 tax included
10 or more calendars: $6.50 tax included
(Please note: shipping costs will be an extra charge)
Minute for Ecological Justice
Minute for Ecological Justice
United for Ecological Justice: Creation is not simply where we live, it is God’s gift, our shared home, and our sacred responsibility. As people of faith, we are called to love our neighbors, protect the vulnerable, and care for the earth that sustains all life. Ecological justice is therefore not only an environmental concern; it is a matter of faith, discipleship, justice, and love. We invite congregations to join us in becoming United for Ecological Justice; a growing movement of communities committed to listening to creation, learning from Indigenous wisdom, reducing harm, and taking faithful action for a more just and sustainable world. Together, let us move from concern to action, from consumption to stewardship, and from fear to hope, building a world where creation can flourish and future generations can thrive. Will your congregation join us? Faith in action. Justice for creation. Hope for generations to come. Hallelujah! For more information, click here.
Now Hiring: ASL Interpreter
Position: ASL Interpreter – Part-Time
St. John’s United Church, Fall River (3360 Highway #2, Fall River)
Our church is seeking an ASL Interpreter to support accessible and inclusive worship. The position involves providing ASL interpretation throughout the worship service on Sunday mornings. The time commitment is 2 hours, every second Sunday, with occasional additional services such as Christmas Eve. The rate is $87.50 per Sunday (which includes travel and prep time). Interested applicants are invited to contact the church office for more information: 902-860-4000, office@sjucfr.ca
Stellarton Male Chorus
FIRST UNITED CHURCH TRENTON is please to present the
STELLARTON MALE CHORUS
Friday, October 23rd at 7:00pm
81 High Street, Trenton, NS
Free Will Offering at the Door.
Light lunch to follow.
Sons of Maxwell Concert – Nov 7 at Hillside United!
Join us Nov 7 at 7 pm for an unforgettable evening of music, stories, laughter, and outstanding East Coast talent as Sons of Maxwell take the stage at Hillside United Church.
Built around the signature sibling harmonies of Halifax brothers Don and Dave Carroll, Sons of Maxwell have been captivating audiences for more than 30 years. Their music blends folk, country, pop, and acoustic influences with rich Maritime roots, creating a sound that is both heartfelt and uplifting.
Known for their engaging stage presence and natural storytelling, Sons of Maxwell deliver everything from touching ballads to energetic crowd favourites. The duo has earned multiple ECMA and Music Nova Scotia awards and has built a devoted following across Canada and beyond.
Whether you are a longtime fan or discovering them for the first time, this promises to be an evening filled with exceptional music, humour, and East Coast charm. Tickets are $35 in advance, $40 at the door, or by using the link for online purchase.
Youth Outreach PD Day
Know someone in grades 6-12 in the HRM area who might be looking for something to do on the upcoming December 4th PD Day? Let them know about an opportunity to meet with friends and serve their community.
Registration is now open for a day-long time of fellowship, learning, and service. Please see the link for details and for registration.
Be in touch with Rev. Rhonda Schofield with any questions – rhonda@stjohnsunited.com.
Pre-School Program at Trinity United
The Christian Education Centre at Trinity United Church is providing a home for a pre-school program serving about fifty children. The top floor of the centre is rented to Chances, an organization providing child care in Charlottetown. The organization has been able to access grant money to upgrade the building and improve the energy efficiency with heat pumps and insulation. Generous members of the congregation helped by sponsoring the installation of new high efficiency windows.
For us it has been a win-win situation, improvements to our building, rental income and the opportunity to help provide a much needed service here in Charlottetown.
It is heart warming to walk past the outdoor play area and see the flurry of activity there and then to enter the foyer and see fifty pairs of little shoes, all lined up.
