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Condolences: Rev. Gregory Bruce Williams
Our condolences are extended to the family of Rev. Gregory Bruce Williams who passed away on May 6, 2026. The obituary can be viewed here.
Condolences: Nancy Patricia O’Brien
Our condolences are extended to Rev. Jane Doull and family, whose mother Nancy Patricia O’Brien, passed away on May 4, 2026. The obituary can be viewed here.
Condolences: Edgar Charles Sheffield
Our condolences are extended to Rev. Lori Beth Sheffield-Bowles and family, whose father Edgar Charles Sheffield, passed away on May 8, 2026. The obituary can be viewed here.
Condolences: Margaret Inez Jennings
Condolences are extended to the family of Margaret Inez Jennings who passed away on May 9, 2026. Margaret was a former presbytery representative, delegate to Conference and member of the Regional Council. The obituary can be viewed here.
Growth Ideas 101: The Power of a Picnic Table – One Hundred Tables Returns for Year Two
Please click here to read the Growth Ideas from Sharon Ballantyne, Growth Animator, for May 13, 2026.
Share your ideas with your growth animator at 506-306-0500 or by email at sballantyne@united-church.ca.
Northwest NB Cluster Meeting
The second NW cluster meeting will be held on Monday, May 25 from 10:00 am – 3:00 pm at Faith Memorial United Church in Florenceville-Bristol, N.B. Rev. Lloyd Bruce will present. A hearty meal will be provided for $15. and local farmers who recently went to Kenya with Canadian Foodgrains Bank will share. Please come to connect with old and new friends. Let’s be united!
To register email Cathy Howatt by May 15th. Please specify any food allergies.
Sacraments Elder Training: May 30, 2026 9:30AM to 4:30PM
Is your community of faith without a minister and struggling to find a supply minister who can offer communion and the sacrament of baptism?
Is your minister unable to be in two places at once to offer communion on the same Sunday?
If so, maybe there is a lay person in your community of faith who would be willing to be trained as a Sacraments Elder. Please register by clicking here.
Registrants must be supported by their community of faith and are required to review the Sacraments Elder handbook, the link to the handbook will be included in your confirmation email.
The event will take place at the Regional Council Office in Sackville, New Brunswick from 9:30AM to 4:30PM Registration will close on Friday May 22, 2026.
Six registrants are required to proceed.
Lunch and snacks will be provided.
Please direct any questions to the Regional Minister, Lloyd Bruce
Final Service of Visions United Church, Moncton
Visions United’s last service will be held on Sunday May 31st, 2026, at 140 Joyce Ave, Moncton. You are welcome to join Visions’ members as they celebrate their 15 years as a congregation. The service starts at 10 am, with a reception following the service.
Invitation to the Justice, Mission & Outreach Grassroots Engagement Network
Are we truly connecting with our neighbors, or simply serving them from a distance?
Are our ministries transforming unjust systems, or only responding to their symptoms?
Are we creating spaces of belonging where all people; especially the marginalized, are seen, heard, and valued?
Are we living out reconciliation with Indigenous peoples and caring for creation in meaningful, tangible ways?
In a rapidly changing Canada society, how is your church being called to move from tradition into bold, life-giving mission?
For more information, please read the attached document; our vision is to offers a helpful pathway toward church growth and deeper community engagement.
If your congregation is already engaged in any of these grassroots activities, feels called to begin, or would like to grow further in this work, we invite you to get in touch.
Rev. Dr. Shepherd Munikwa
Minister for Justice, Mission & Outreach – UCC East
Email: smunikwa@united-church.ca
Phone: +1 506 306 0491
Temporary Vocation Minister Coverage
Rev. Ivan Gregan has been appointed as the interim Vocation Minister for the Atlantic Regions from May 01 until August 31. He will be working half time. Please email Ivan with any Office of Vocation related matters.
It is PAR-TY time this May!
Our communities of faith depend on monthly giving to support our life and work together. One of the ways people can give is through Pre-Authorized Remittance (or PAR). The month of May is dedicated to PAR and we have a number of resources to help you inspire, invite and thank your community to give. PAR month resources are available under Downloads at the bottom of the web page.
Care for Creation Moment: Energy in the One Earth Community
The United Church of Canada recognizes that energy use lies at the heart of today’s ecological crisis. In 2000, the 37th General Council adopted the comprehensive energy policy statement: Energy in the One Earth Community, building upon its broader environmental vision.
This policy calls for a profound shift in how we think about energy. It challenges the assumption that economic growth and unlimited energy consumption are signs of progress. Instead, it asks us to consider the long-term consequences of our choices — especially for future generations.
We’re called to rethink power, responsibility, and progress. It invites us to choose pathways that sustain life rather than endanger it, guided by faith, justice, and care for all of Creation. Read about the transformative work our faith calls us to.
Inventions of Summer
Inventions of Summer is a simple, creative, theologically rich companion for a Summer Sabbath or Worship Series; it is a four-week, ready-to-use program with four different themes, read more about it here. The Region has purchased a license from Prayer Bench and want to offer this resource as a gift to support worship leaders and communities of faith in their ministry; therefore, there is no cost to receive the resource materials. Please sign-up for access to this resource using this link.
Pastoral Care Training Program
Is your community of faith in need of additional pastoral care services. Is there a member of the community interested in training that could support them in offering pastoral care as a volunteer or as a Congregational Designated Minister for Pastoral Care?
If so, the Ottawa Pastoral Care Training Program may be offering just what you are looking for: A Basic Pastoral Care Training Program that will run from September 14 to November 3, 2026.
You can find a brochure for their program here. The program will be offered via Zoom on Monday evenings (excluding Thanksgiving Monday) from 7PM to 9:15PM.
The Pastoral Relations Committee of the Region commends this program especially to those communities of faith that are without called or appointed ministry personnel.
Godly Play Taster Day June 10th
Come experience the essential elements and founding principles of Godly Play. Join the circle, and become part of a full Godly Play session. Explore the deep care and compassion for the spirituality of the child. This one day workshop is open to all leaders regardless of their exposure level to Godly Play.
Wednesday, June 10th from 10am-3pm
Includes coffee break and lunch, no fee required
Bedford United Church, 1200 Bedford Hwy, Bedford, NS B4A 1C3
Registration is limited, please fill out this form by Wednesday, June 3rd.
Email Jenny Eisener for any questions.
Getting Started in Stewardship Summer 2026 Free Webinar
June 18 and July 30, 2026 – Come on your own or come with a team and join United Church people from across the country to learn some stewardship first principles. At either 4 or 6:30ET., you can register on CHURCHx.
We’re Hiring! Office Administrator (30 hrs/week)
Park Royal United Church in Charlottetown is seeking a friendly, organized Office Administrator to help support the day-to-day life of our vibrant, inclusive church community. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working with people, communicating clearly, and keeping things running smoothly behind the scenes.
Learn more here.
Applications should be received by May 13, 2026. Applications can be sent to jobs@parkroyalunited.ca or can be dropped-off in-person to:
Park Royal United Church
11 Christie Drive
Charlottetown, PE, C1A 5W6
902-894-9656
United Church Office Administrators Conference
The conference is planned for October 5-9, 2026, and will take place in Saskatoon, SK. All UCC administrators; whether you are a regional admin, executive assistant, or working in a local community of faith; all are welcome to attend! To view the agenda for the conference click here; to access the MP Support Letter click here; and to register click here.
