September 8, 2020
A History Not to be Forgotten or Repeated
On September 1, 2020, Canada declared the Indian Residential Schools system an "event of national significance" and recognized Portage la Prairie Residential School in Manitoba, which was operated from 1925 until 1969 by The United Church of Canada, as a National Historic Site.
The United Church welcomes this designation and recognizes that is the result of advocacy by residential school survivors and their communities, who are determined that the history and continuing legacy of residential schools not be forgotten or repeated.
Read the full story.
[Photo: The former Portage La Prairie Residential School. Credit: The United Church of Canada Archives 93-049P/1757]
The ABCs of Equity
Rev. Dr. Sharon Ballantyne has written a powerful devotional on experiences of persons with disabilities. This resource offers 52 devotions and can be used as a personal devotional, be shared in small group meetings, or be integrated into use in worship similar to the way a Minute for Mission might be shared. Download both parts of "The ABCs of Equity" from the Disability and Inclusion webpage.
[Photo: A ceramic raku by Rev. Susan Woodhouse reads "cup of blessings" in Braille. Credit: Rae Fletcher/The United Church of Canada]
Prayer Cycle for People of African Descent
2020 marks the midway point of the UN Decade for People of African Descent. As people of faith, we know that prayer has the power to transform and amplify our actions. We invite people to pray throughout 2020 for the human rights and fundamental freedoms of people of African descent. A daily schedule of suggested intercessions has been posted online throughout the year; the intercessions for September are now available (under 'Downloads' at the bottom of the page). Consider amplifying these prayers on your own on social media, using the hashtags #AfricanDescent and #UCCan.
Interview with Outgoing Secretary Nora Sanders
Nora Sanders is retiring from the role of General Secretary this fall after 13 years in the job. In this interview with Broadview Magazine, Sanders reflects on her faith, challenges, and hopes for the United Church.
[Image credit: Neil Webb]
United Church Bookstore: GO Project Resources
The GO Project is pleased to announce their new GO curriculum with a free download!
From The Creation Story to Annual Subscriptions, they have created resources to help navigate this challenging time. Lessons are divided by age: grades 1-8 and grades 8+.
Interested in these curriculum packages? Download your free curriculum or purchase yours today!
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