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Condolences: Rev. Robert “Bob” G. Hutcheson
Our condolences are extended to the family of Rev. Robert “Bob” G. Hutcheson who passed away on October 19th.
Please click here to view the obituary.
Pastoral Relations Committee – October 8, 2024
• Approved the call of Rev. Gneid Lackey to the Hampton Pastoral Charge effective September 1, 2024.
• Approved the appointment of Rev. Sarah (Sally) Budge to the St. Andrew & St. David Pastoral Charge effective September 1, 2024 to August 31, 2025.
• Approved the appointment of Rev. Russell Daye to the Wilmot Pastoral Charge effective October 15, 2024 to June 30, 2026.
• Approved the appointment of Rev. Charlene Maguire MacKnight to the Blackville Pastoral Charge effective September 1, 2024 to June 30, 2025.
• Approved the call of Rev. Christopher Walker to the Stanley Pastoral Charge effective July 1, 2024.
• Approved the Ecumenical Shared Ministry Agreement between St. Andrew’s Presbyterian and Saint Paul’s United Church.
Covenanting Service
A covenanting service between Rev. Alicia Walls, St David’s United Church and the Fundy St. Lawrence Dawning Waters Regional Council will be held at St David’s United Church, 7 Gondola Point Rd, Rothesay, N.B. on Sunday, October 27th, 2024 at 3 p.m. A reception will follow. All are welcome.
May God richly bless this ministry between the Rev Walls, St David’s and the Region.
Celebration of a New Minister
Celebration of a New Minister: A covenanting service will take place in the community of faith of Bethany United Church for Rev. Martha Martin who has been called to serve as Supply Lead Minister. We lift our thanks for the blessing of her service. Do join us.
3pm – Sunday, October 27, 2024, Sanctuary –
Bethany United Church, 7171 Clinton Avenue
Preacher: Rev. Dr. Linda Yates
“Faith in a Time of Genocide” – UNJPPI Conference
“Faith in a Time of Genocide” November 1-2, 2024 is the United Network for Justice and Peace in Palestine and Israel (UNJPPI) national gathering in Toronto. There is a hotel room discount available until October 4th. Scholarships are available for students. People can also register for the pre-conference: a training on the Palestine Land Exercise. Please register here.
We have an exciting line of up of speakers and leaders for the conference, including Shadia Qabti, Tarek Al-Zoughbi, Ilan Pappé, Allison Tanner, Bailey Eastwood, Rabbi David Mivasair, Beisan Zubi and Ron Dart.
Profiles of the speakers and more information can be found here.
Video License Applications Now Open
Video license applications are now open for annual licenses from January 2025 to December 2025. Many churches benefit from the opportunity to show films and clips during worship and at events, and require a public performance license (or video license) to do it legally. The United Church of Canada offers discounted access to annual licenses from both Audio Ciné Films and Criterion Pictures. To access more information about the licenses, including pricing, please visit: https://rtps.ca/UCC/Categories/license.php. If you have not had a chance to register for Buying United, please do so using the code united (all lowercase).
Apply here: https://forms.office.com/r/6u3DdenSF8
Applications Due by November 6th, 2024
Youth & Young Families Ministry Position at Orchard Valley United
Have you recently graduated from one of our theological schools? Are you excited about working with Children & Young families? Do you enjoy Pastoral Care? Then Orchard Valley may be a great fit for you! Orchard Valley United Church is looking for a Full-time (Category A or B) minister to guide our Youth & Young Families programs. We are a vibrant Faith community and we are excited about building on the programs we have and supporting those in our community that need that extra care. We have a strong outreach program that you would be involved in as well. Please reach out to us and get to know us.
You can find out more about us at our website.
Job Description: and Church Profile
Please contact our Search Team Secretary: Jane McDonald, email: jemcdonald56@gmail.com or by phone: 902-670-5514
Greetings from Regional President
Hello all/Bonjour à tous,
As we have moved well into the awesome colours of the autumn season, let us rejoice in the beauty around us. It’s time for fires in the fireplace, comfort food, strolls, and thinking ahead to Advent.
I learned recently that the month of October is “Clergy Appreciation Month”. Please take time as individuals or as congregations to recognize your ministry personnel – everyone needs a lift every now and then!
On October 20th I attended and spoke at the covenanting service for Julia Ye at Central United Church in Moncton. Julia was born in China, and after graduating as a mechanical engineer, she eventually made her way to Canada. While working as a quality assurance engineer in the automotive industry in the Toronto area, she felt a “stirring” on Christmas Day 2008, which led her through the doors of a nearby United Church. Her amazing journey into ministry started there.
Julia is stepping into an exciting innovative venture, both for her and the United Church. She and Rev. Lloyd Bruce will provide ministry as partners to three churches: Visions and Central in Moncton and Sackville United. This “Collaborative Church” will also rely on lay worship leaders and music leaders to ensure that, on rotation, two of the three churches receive in-person services each Sunday, with the third joining through technology. The details of this wonderful collaboration were conceived by a “Commission”, composed of members of the three churches. The pilot project is a living example of bold discipleship — our prayers and best wishes for a successful collaboration go with them as they move forward.
In the attached photo (left to right): Luc Poirier, Secretary of the Commission; Revs. Lloyd and Julia.
Please continue to send your choir photos to me, and let me know of any ministers retiring in the Region. I have not received any feedback on your innovative Mission and Service fundraising initiatives – still interested.
In faith/Avec foi,
Sue LeM.
Greetings Growth Seekers from Growth Animator Sharon
What creative ideas do you have to get to know others in the neighbourhood work world around you? Do you know your neighbourhood service providers, retailers, the gifts of people who provide goods, services and meet the needs of those around you? A local meat market recently provided meat for a church fundraiser as they appreciated the community outreach and food bank the church supported. The generosity of human caring, kindness, compassion, the “golden rule” that is reflected in all religions may provide opportunities for neighbours to support neighbours in your local context. One community of faith is widening their welcome and strengthening invitation, sensitive to challenges faced when trying to find workers who offer reasonable, reliable and quality work. inviting people in their community of faith to share their work if they offer goods or services, and to share about people in the neighbourhood who they have experienced as trustworthy. The idea is to work towards gathering permissions to create a directory of local providers. One member of the fundraiser team of that community of faith, kicked it off with telling the community of faith about their business, and offering a five-per cent donation from work done, if the client/customer indicated they had heard about their work through the church. Every community of faith will be different in its geography, its needs and possibilities. If you’ve not been on a prayer walk or prayer drive recently, it might be a great time to have a small group observe and offer prayers as you tour your local neighbourhood afresh. You can reach me by email at sballantyne@united-church.ca or by phone 705 875-8837. Let’s grow together with deep spirituality, bold discipleship and daring justice.
Environmental Justice Guest Preacher
Hi Green Enthusiasts! Your passion and dedication to repairing our environment are inspiring. Every small action you take contributes to a larger movement towards a sustainable future. Remember, change often starts with one person, and your efforts can motivate others to join the cause. Keep advocating for renewable energy, conservation, and sustainable practices. Together, we can make a difference—every step counts! Stay hopeful, stay active, and keep believing in the power of collective action! 🌍💚
Every day and every season is a good time to reflect on and to find ways to act for climate and environmental justice. We have been blessed with the wonders of God’s creation of nature and entrusted with its stewardship. If your church is open to a guest speaker on a Sunday morning or any other time of the week, you may want to invite Rev. Charles Bull to speak. Meet and talk with him about your interest and find a time that works for both of you.
GUEST PREACHER
I am a retired Anglican Minister with a vocation to help people become engaged in environmental issues. I would be pleased to come and preach some Sunday on an environmental theme at any United Church within an hour’s drive of Halifax. I present an interactive Good News message, in order to give hope and motivation to those who are concerned about the state of the world but may be feeling a little hopeless and helpless. I would discuss the sermon with the Minister ahead of time, to tailor it to the congregation with regard to their attitudes and level of engagement with environmental issues. Please email me at charlesbull97@gmail.com or call 902 210 9371.
The Rev. Canon Charles Bull
Let’s get the conversation going!
Advent Planning Day: CANCELLED
Due to lack of interest/registration for the Advent Planning day scheduled for Wednesday October 30th, the event has been cancelled.
Diversity Workshop
The Greater Saint John region is hosting a Diversity workshop on November 24 at 1:30pm at Quispamsis United Church. Please click here to view the poster for details.
Inclusion Seminar for Greater Saint John Area
Please see poster attached
“A Sentimental Journey ~ Songs of the War Years”
On Sunday, November 3 @ 2 pm, Pictou United Church (Pictou NS) will host “A Sentimental Journey: Songs of the War Years” in tribute to our veterans and performed ahead of Remembrance Day services on November 11th.
This captivating two-hour show encompasses some of the most beloved songs associated with the war years with periodic news bulletins throughout the program following the Canadian Forces’ efforts in the European theatre of war.
The presentation originally ran throughout the province for twenty years and features some of Pictou County’s best-known singers.
Tickets are $25 and are available @ PUCoffice@pictouunited.com or by calling the church office 902 485-8081.
Come and Enjoy an afternoon filled with the most beloved and remembered songs and music of the war years.
Bridgewater United Church Music Director Position
Are you looking for an opportunity to share your musical talents in a creative and innovative spirit-filled environment?
If you are a caring teacher, passionate musician, well organized and looking to create something diverse, new and dynamic with your talents and the music community we are looking for you!
Bridgewater United Church; Bridgewater, Nova Scotia, an Affirming Church Community within the United Church of Canada, has undergone a process to review and revitalized its vision for the Music Ministry at our Church. As such this new position and the successful candidate will inspire the congregation in worship with highly executed, planned, appropriate, diverse and modern approaches to music to facilitate the spiritual experience of all ages by engaging and encouraging members musical talent, rehearsing musical groups, finding external musicians for worship and by providing caring musical direction to our musicians!
https://www.bridgewaterunited.ca/employment-opportunities-at-b-united
