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Condolences: Kathleen Mary Morris
Condolences are extended to Rev. Hazel Morris and family, whose mother, Kathleen Morris passed away on October 7, 2026. The obituary can be viewed here.
Covenanting service for Memorial Pastoral Charge
The congregation of the Memorial Pastoral Charge invites you to a Covenanting Service between them, Corina Anderson and the Fundy St. Lawrence Dawning Waters Region to be held in the Memorial United Church, Murray River, PEI on Sunday, October 18th at 3:00 pm.
The service will be led by the Search Committee, with Rev. Rachel Campbell, President, representing the Region. The guest speaker will be the Rev. John Moses. A reception will follow.
Memorial United Church is located at 229 Cape Bear Rd, Murray River, PE. The Sanctuary is wheelchair accessible via the main door. All are welcome.
We extend a heartfelt invitation to all to join us as we celebrate this new faithful partnership.
Covenanting Service – Portland United Church
A Covenanting Service is going to be held on Sunday October 18 at 2pm to mark and celebrate the covenant between Rev. Pierre Momberg, Portland United Church, and Fundy St. Lawrence Dawning Waters Regional Council. The service will be held in the sanctuary of Portland United Church, 50 Newport Crescent, Saint John. Reception to follow.
Everyone is invited to join this celebration of the start of a new ministry together!
176th Anniversary Service
Salisbury United Church, located at 76 Smith Street, will be celebrating its 176th Anniversary Service October 18th at 3:00PM. Guest speaker will be the Rev. Jennifer M. Brown of St. Paul’s United Church Sussex. Time of fellowship afterwards down in the church basement.
NBSW Youth Cluster
Calling all youth in the NBSW (St. Stephen to Grand Bay to Sussex and all areas in between) to join us for our first youth cluster happening this Sunday, October 18 from 6:30-8:00 at St David’s United Church in Rothesay. For additional info contact. Lisa Folkins @ lisa.folkins@gmail.com or Rev Alicia Walls @ minister@saintdavidsunited.ca
UNJPPI Annual Meeting
The United Network for Justice and Peace in Palestine/Israel annual meeting will be head virtually on Zoom at 5:00 pm Atlantic on October 19th. This is an excellent opportunity to discover more about the work and mission of the network and ways that you can support theirf work.
Everyone is welcome to attend.
Register in advance for this meeting.
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.
Workshop for Pastoral Charge Supervisors, October 22nd from 6:30PM to 8:30PM via Zoom
The Regional Minister is hosting a workshop for those who are serving as Pastoral Charge Supervisors and those considering serving in this role. The. goal of the workshop is to offer an offer an opportunity to share experiences and wisdom, and offer support and encouragement as the demand and complexity of the work increases. Policy and procedures for Pastoral Charge Supervision can be found here.
The deadline to register is Monday October 19. Please click here to register for the workshop; the Zoom link will be sent to you.
2026 Licensed Lay Worship Leaders Gathering: Holding Space October 23 & 24, 2026 Regional Council Office, Sackville, NB
If you are a LLWL, studying to be licensed, or interested in learning more about the program, join us at the Regional Offices for a time of learning, fellowship and spiritual renewal on Friday October 23rd 11:30 AM – Saturday 24th at 3:00 PM.
This event is available for those who are interested from Bermuda- Nova Scotia and Fundy St Lawrence Dawning Waters. Our theme is: Holding Space. We will be exploring EPIC Worship Planning and the Season of Advent.
Please see attached link to the registration form.
Accommodations at the Coastal Inn (if required) will be booked by the Office at a discounted rate.
If you have questions, please contact :
BNS – Sandi Irving Sandrapauletteirving@gmail.com , or Betty Ann Watts bettyannwatts6@gmail.com
FSLDW- Barbara Prowse barbara.prowse@gmail.com , or Heather Donnelly oldfarm1867@gmail.com
FSLDW Sacraments Elder Training
Saturday October 31, 2026, from 10:00AM to 3:30PM
St. Andrew and St. David Pastoral Charge
72 Charlotte St., Saint John, NB
Is your pastoral charge 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?
Are you willing to be trained to serve as a Sacraments Elder? For more information visit this page.
Speak to your governing body and present them with the form Request for Licensing: Sacraments Elder. They may complete the form and send it to lbruce@united-church.ca with Sacraments Elder in the subject line.
Six registrants are required to proceed, deadline for registration is Friday, October 23. Lunch and snacks will be provided.
Please click here to register for the workshop.
Please direct any questions to the Regional Minister, Lloyd Bruce
Minute for Ecological Justice
Minute for Ecological Justice
United for Ecological Justice: Creation is not simply where we live, it is God’s gift, our shared home, and our sacred responsibility. As people of faith, we are called to love our neighbors, protect the vulnerable, and care for the earth that sustains all life. Ecological justice is therefore not only an environmental concern; it is a matter of faith, discipleship, justice, and love. We invite congregations to join us in becoming United for Ecological Justice; a growing movement of communities committed to listening to creation, learning from Indigenous wisdom, reducing harm, and taking faithful action for a more just and sustainable world. Together, let us move from concern to action, from consumption to stewardship, and from fear to hope, building a world where creation can flourish and future generations can thrive. Will your congregation join us? Faith in action. Justice for creation. Hope for generations to come. Hallelujah! For more information, click here.
Mind, Body, Spirit-Wellness and Self Care Event
Our Community of Faith at Kings Kirk United Church is hosting a Wellness and Self Care Event-Mind Body, Spirit on Thursday, October 29th,
10am-2pm at #1483 Route 870,Belleisle Creek, N.B.
Registration from 9:30-10 with coffee and snacks followed by 4 engaging presenters on topics such as mediation, creativity and self care, caring for ourselves in a topsy turvy world and hopelessness to acceptance: put yourself in the drivers seat for your health!
We will have stretch breaks, exhibitors and a delicious lunch worked into the program. Please call or message Karen at 506-432-5404 to reserve your spot.Cost is $15. All Welcome. Dress comfortably and why not invite a friend. Seating limited. Looking forward to hearing from you!
