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Condolences: Mary Alison Yoshioka
Our condolences are extended to the family of Mary Alison Yoshioka, who passed away on Wednesday, February 19, 2025. The obituary can be viewed here.
Photos for Rev. Kendall Harrison’s Celebration of Life
In preparation for the Celebration of Rev. Kendall Harrison’s Life and Ministry that will take place on Friday, May 30th at 10am at the Mount Allison University Chapel, we are looking at putting together a slide show of photos. If you have photos of Kendall over the years, please submit them to info4RC14@united-church.ca by Friday, May 16th. Many thanks.
Forms Related to Retirees and Jubilarians
Please click here for a memo from Faith March-MacCuish, Executive Minister, with information regarding forms related to Retirees and Jubilarians.
Annual Meeting Sunday Worship Service, June 1
If you are in need of worship suggestions for Annual Meeting Sunday, June 1, the Worship Team has put together the full service with reflection and options for music, as well as the bulletin version. These are posted on the Shared Annual Meeting webpage under the “Sunday Worship Service” header.
Farewell from 2024-2025 Regional President
Hello/Bonjour,
My year as FSLDW President comes to an end on June 1, and what a year it has been! I encourage you to read my Annual Report to our Annual General Meeting for more details.
Before I become Past President, leaving the President’s role in the very capable hands of Hugh Ellis, I wanted to express my heartfelt thanks to the people in congregations, choirs and committees I met during the past 12 months — you have been inspiring and have left me with hope and confidence for the future of this awesome United Church of ours.
We live in challenging times, but through our DEEP SPIRITUALLITY, BOLD DISCIPLESHIP AND DARING JUSTICE, we are bound to emerge on solid ground.
In faith/Avec foi
Guatemalan liturgical stoles available
As always, the Maritimes-Guatemala Breaking the Silence Network is selling Guatemala liturgical stoles, with both Christian and Mayan symbols. In recent years, we have sold out at the Annual Meeting, disappointing those who were hoping to purchase for themselves or as gifts. So you may wish to order in advance. and I will bring them to the Annual Meeting. (No mailings though you can pick one up in Antigonish.)
These stoles are especially meaningful, as Father Stan Rother developed this project with impoverished women in the community of Santiago Atitlan. He died at the hands of the military because of his deep identity with the people he served, and has been named a Martyr by the Catholic Church.
Cost. $50.00. Contact Kathryn Anderson
Breaking the Silence coffee order for Annual Meeting
As in previous years, bags of Breaking the Silence Coffee (12 oz. and 2lb. bags) will be available at the Breaking the Silence table, along with liturgical stoles and gorgeous crafts from a wonderful Guatemalan women’s cooperative.
I am willing to order boxes (6 12oz. bags) of Breaking the Silence coffee for churches to purchase at the wholesale price of $72. As you may know, the global price of coffee has risen to its highest level ever, thus the price hike to ensure that small producers receive a fair price.
I need to know by Friday, May 23rd, if you want me to order boxes from Just Us! Kathryn Anderson.
SE New Brunswick Centennial Celebration
Mark the date: June 8th 2025 @ 11AM!
St. John’s United Church, Moncton New Brunswick
Hospital Chaplaincy: Moncton City & George Dumont Hospitals
Please note: privacy legislation does not permit the Chaplain (or other Ministry Personnel) to randomly visit with persons who are in hospital. Chaplains and Ministry Personnel need your invitation/permission, or the permission/request of a family member.
If you would like a visit from your Minister or the Chaplain, or would like to have your Minister or Chaplain visit a family member, you may make the request through the Nursing Staff or the Chaplaincy Department, or you may contact the Chaplain directly at (506) 940-1151 (voice or text).
New schedule for Marie Wilson book launch tour, author of North of Nowhere: Song of a Truth and Reconciliation Commissioner, speaks in the Maritimes May 15th-30th
North of Nowhere, Song of a Truth and Reconciliation Commissioner by Marie Wilson May 15-30 Maritimes Book Launch Tour
The Maritime Regions Justice, Mission and Outreach Committee and Women of First Light are honoured to host the Maritimes book launch tour for North of Nowhere: Song of a Truth and Reconciliation Commissioner. Marie Wilson will read from her moving, personal account of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission, which recorded the history of forced residential schooling for Indigenous children.
Don’t miss this privileged opportunity to hear from Marie Wilson, as we live out our Residential School Apology. See her updated itinerary below. Please announce this in your bulletins and from the pulpit, strongly encouraging people to attend.
ITINERARY *Books are available for purchase and signing at all locations.
Workshops on Diversity and Mission of the Church
To Our Communities of Faith,
Rev Dr Shepherd Munikwa – Minister for Justice Mission & Outreach.
I am available to offer deeply reformative, rejuvenating, restorative, and vision-casting workshops, designed to renew our sense of purpose, reawaken hope, and reimagine the Church’s role in today’s world.
“Diversity: How Can Our Churches Be Radical, Intentional, Welcoming & Inclusive in Today’s Global Village?” In a world that is changing rapidly, where borders blur, cultures intertwine, and new neighbors knock at our doors, our Church finds itself at a crossroads. Many of us are tired, worn down by dwindling numbers, uncertain futures, and the slow fading of what once was. But in this very place of exhaustion, there is an ember of hope.
“The Mission of God (Missio Dei) is the Mission of the Church.” You may feel like all the strength has been poured out and that the story of your congregation is drawing to a close. Remember, God’s mission is not finished. And neither are you. Let’s discover new life through the gifts within and around us.
Greetings Growth Seekers from Growth Animator Sharon
Are you looking for ideas to use with children? “Alive” is a free United Church of Canada camp curriculum produced out of Pacific Mountain Regional Council’s First Third Ministries. It is a huge resource, surpassing 300 pages, with Bible stories, activities, crafts, play lists, intention for all ages, staff and youth leader support and focus for different learning styles. It is designed so you can use what you want. There are QR codes to take you to YouTube links about crafts and other great supports for those wanting to use the resource.
It is adaptable for overnight camp, day camp, VBS, or for your Sunday school. The staff contact is Tasha Whitney.
Working with children, youth and young families is a great opportunity to strengthen invitation to connect. Let’s get growth animated together. Email Sharon Ballantyne or call at 506-306-0500 as together, we keep being bold, deep and daring.
