Growth and Stewardship Ideas — Nov. 8, 2023

My name is Sharon Ballantyne. I am so excited to greet you as growth animator for Atlantic Canada and Bermuda, serving UCC East. I was ordained in 2006 and have served congregations in southern Ontario and in Halifax. I am keen to hear your stories, your concerns and your joys, to learn what is on your hearts. Over these early months, we are gathering information to learn more about ministries throughout Canada. I want to hear what Atlantic Canada and Bermuda are up to. I am here to listen and to learn. Two of us, part of the six-member growth animator team began on November 1, and the remaining four will begin January 1. My hope is to be a resource and support, coming alongside ministries. Working with regional ministers and our executive minister, the growth department looks forward to working with you. I will pilot regular announcements and look forward to your thoughts and feedback.