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Fundy St. Lawrence Dawning Waters (FSLDW) Committee Interest form.
Condolences: Reverend Wm Dale Irving (Dale)
Our condolences are extended to the family of Rev. Dale Irving who passed away on June 9, 2026. The obituary can be viewed here.
Annual Meeting Evaluation Form – Closes Monday
We would ask everyone who attended the Fundy St. Lawrence Dawning Waters Regional Council annual meeting to take a few minutes to fill out the online evaluation form by June 22.
2027 Mission and Service Grant Application
The 2027 Mission and Service Grant application is now available here. Deadline for completed application and supporting documentation is Friday, September 18, 2026 and can be forwarded to: jwhittemore@united-church.ca or mailed to the Regional Office.
Youth and Young Adult Bus Pilgrimage to Collective this summer!
Collective is a national event for youth starting grade 9 in September, Young adults (19+) and leaders of youth and young adults.
Registration for the Collective event itself can be found here https://www.collective-gathering.ca/registration
Bermuda- Nova Scotia and Fundy St. Lawrence Dawning Waters Regions will be hosting a Bus Pilgrimage to Collective 2026 in St. Catharine’s, Ontario.
The Bus will be leaving on August 11th in the morning and returning August 16th in the evening.
Please fill out the form to register for the bus and to receive more information including pick up locations, packing details and all things pilgrimage fun!
We look forward to journeying with you to Collective 2026!
Thank You from Your President
Please click here to read a message from the FSLDW President, Rev. Rachel Campbell.
Northeast NB Cluster Meeting
The second NE cluster meeting will be held on Wednesday, June 24 from 10:00 am – 3:00 pm at First United in Bathurst, New Brunswick. Regional Minister, Rev. Lloyd Bruce will present and offer some reflection and facilitated conversation around some of the challenges facing the Church. Lunch will be provided for $15.
Please come to connect with old and new friends. Let’s be United!
To register email the Church Office (admin@firstunited-bathurst.ca) by June 19th indicating which Pastoral Charge you are a part of and any dietary needs you may have. Each multi-point Pastoral Charge is encouraged to have one individual present from each point. Each single point Pastoral Charge is encouraged to have two or three individuals present. All Ministers (active and retired) and LLWLs are encouraged to be present.
United Church Worship Resources
Many Communities of Faith (CoF) find themselves where it is falling to lay members to support or lead worship. Lacking formal training, or having very little training, in leading worship these lay members often look for support in leading worship. Additionally, these CoF are often strapped for the funds, which limits their ability for training or support materials for their lay leaders. There are, however, many materials that are inexpensive or free that are available for use by CoFs and lay leaders. On June 22nd the Faith Formation and Leadership Development Committee of the Bermuda-Nova Scotia Region is pleased to present a webinar to help CoFs and lay leaders find these resources. On June 22nd, Alydia Smith – Program Coordinator, Worship, Music and Spirituality at the General Council of the United Church of Canada – will lead our webinar. The session will be on June 22nd and start at 7pm (Atlantic Time) running for an hour with time at the end for questions and discussion. Registration is now open, click here: there is no registration fee for this webinar. Registration will close the morning of June 22nd.
Upon registration you will receive an automated email. A few days later you will receive a welcome email from the committee with the zoom link for the sessions. You will also receive a reminder email before the session.
Search Teams: Best Practices, June 29th via Zoom
On June 29 at 7PM via Zoom the Regional Minister will be hosting a gathering for all who are working to support pastoral charges in the search process.
This gathering will be of interest to you if: you are an existing pastoral relations liaison, you are a member of a Search Team, you are interested in supporting pastoral relations work in the Church, your pastoral charge may be searching soon and you want to be informed…
Please share this invitation widely. If you are a liaison working with a pastoral charge, invite members of the search team to participate.
To register for this gathering send an email to lbruce@united-church.ca with Search Team: Best Practices in the subject line, with your name and community of faith and/or local or regional role in the body of the email.
Mental Health Working Group
The Justice, Mission and Outreach Committee is refreshing the Mental Health Working Group. If you’re interested in working with others to support mental health in our congregations and communities, please contact Rev. Shepherd Munikwa.
Pastoral Relations Committee
- Approved the appointment of Reverend David Cleveland to the New Bandon: Central Pastoral Charge effective June 1, 2026 to November 30, 2027.
- Approved the appointment of Reverend Sara (Sally) Budge to the St. Andrew and St. David Pastoral Charge effective September 1, 2026 to August 31, 2027.
- Approved the appointment of Candidate Corina Anderson to the Memorial Pastoral Charge effective August 1, 2026 to June 30, 2028.
- Approved the appointment of Reverend Elizabeth Stevenson to the Woodstock St. James Pastoral Charge effective June 5, 2026 to October 31 2026.
- Approved the Transitional Ministry job description for Kirk McColl United Church.
Join Us for Our Affirming Celebration Picnic
Where? Bethel United Church, 23249 Hwy. 134, Nash Creek, NB
When?Sunday, June 28, 2026 at 10:00 AM
Bring a chair, bring a hat and all you need to enjoy being outside!
Growth Ideas 101: Narrative is Essential
Please click here to read the Growth Ideas from Sharon Ballantyne, Growth Animator, for June 17, 2026.
Share your ideas with your growth animator at 506-306-0500 or by email at sballantyne@united-church.ca.
Open House Celebration Honouring Rev. Emily Duggan
After thirteen years of faithful ministry, leadership, friendship, and service within the Louisbourg Pastoral Charge, Rev. Emily Duggan has accepted a new pastoral appointment and will soon begin the next chapter of her ministry journey. She and her family have been very active members of our church family, our communities, as well as active members of the United Church of Canada faith community at large. Through her involvement, whether in the role of a spiritual leader or as a community member, she has touched many people’s lives regardless of their religious affiliation or beliefs. Her departure will leave a void for many. Before she leaves, the congregations of the Louisbourg Pastoral Charge (MacMillan Memorial Church in Catalone and First United Church Louisbourg) invite friends, neighbours, colleagues, community partners, and members of congregations throughout the region to join us in expressing gratitude and sharing memories of her time among us at an Open House on June 27, 2026 from 3 pm to 6 pm at the Calvin Hall located at 3 Upper Warren Street in Louisbourg. Light refreshments will be served. This informal gathering will provide an opportunity to visit with Rev. Emily, offer good wishes, share stories, and celebrate the many ways her ministry has touched lives over the past thirteen years. For more information, please contact: Caroline 902-565-9183.
Bethany United Church Halifax
Bethany United Church, Halifax has posted their Living Faith story to ChurchHub in their search for a new minister. Please feel welcome to examine our story if, as ministry personnel with The United Church of Canada, you are looking for a new church home. Hope to hear from you soon. Thank you.
Camp Ta-Wa-Si still has space!
There’s still time to register for Camp Ta-Wa-Si!
Looking for an unforgettable summer experience for your child? We still have space available for children ages 5–15 to join us for a summer filled with adventure, friendship, outdoor fun, and lifelong memories. From swimming and games to campfires and exciting activities, Camp Ta-Wa-Si offers a safe and welcoming environment where kids can learn, grow, and have fun.
Spaces are limited and filling quickly, so don’t wait! Register today and give your child a summer they’ll never forget.
For more information and to register, visit here.
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.
