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National Affirming P.I.E. Day
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P.I.E. = Public. Intentional. Explicit. These are the standards we hold ourselves and our welcome to when we become affirming, welcoming, or inclusive communities. March 14 is a chance to celebrate the full inclusion of LGBTQIA+ and Two Spirit people in faith communities and beyond across Canada; take a look at our resources to get inspired. In this video, Moderator Richard Bott invites you to celebrate P.I.E. Day with your faith community on March 14, 2021!
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Canadian Ombudsperson for Responsible Enterprise
The United Church of Canada has been advocating for a Canadian Ombudsperson for Responsible Enterprise (CORE) "with teeth" for years. Yet, as this news report shows, the Canadian government caved to mining industry pressure and ignored and kept secret its own report showing how to empower the Ombudsperson with the tools it needs to be effective.
Join our partner, the Canadian Network on Corporate Accountability, in taking action now! Tell the government that a powerless CORE is unacceptable and that impacted communities can wait no longer for access to justice. You can also share this prayer on your social media channels.
[Photo credit: Mining Injustice Solidarity Network]
For the Love of Creation: Faith-in-Action Campaign
The United Church of Canada is encouraging its communities of faith to become a part of For the Love of Creation’s new faith-in-action campaign, running now through October 4, 2021. Read the full news piece.
For the Love of Creation is an ecumenical initiative of more than 30 national churches and faith-based organizations, including The United Church of Canada. You are invited to read more, involve your faith community, and take action for climate justice. To receive updates, sign up to the Concerned for Climate Justice email list. If you have questions, you can email justice@united-church.ca.
[Image credit: For the Love of Creation]
Pension Information Seminar 2021
If you are a member of the United Church pension plan, we invite you to join us for the next Pension Information Seminar on March 9, 2021 from 1:00-2:30 p.m. ET/10:00-11:30 a.m. PT. Learn how your pension plan works, other ways to save for retirement, and how to apply for your pension. The seminar will be presented by Shenagh Rosa, Manager for Pension Compliance and Communication. Find out more.
UN Decade for People of African Descent: Prayer Cycle
Have you downloaded the 2021 prayer cycle yet? Head to the United Church's Anti-Racism webpage and scroll to the "Downloads" section to get your copy. We encourage you to engage in the daily petitions, by posting on your own social media sites and using the hashtags #AfricanDescent, #UCCan, and #UCC.
Stories of Our Faith: Mission & Service Is Faith on the Move
You may have purchased the new Lenten devotional Faith on the Move, or perhaps you're taking part in the online study series (you can still join in, by the way!). The development of resources like these are partially subsidized through Mission & Service so that they can be offered at a reasonable cost and in many cases, no cost.
It’s no coincidence that we are studying being “on the move.” Not only is our faith always in transition, but the United Church literally reaches out to people on the move; we advocate for refugees, migrant workers, those who are homeless, and many other marginalized groups. Read the full story.
[Image credit: The United Church of Canada]
United Church Bookstore: Check Out Our Sale Section!
The United Church Bookstore sale continues! There are plenty of bargains to be had—like the 2021 Canadian Church Calendar (just $0.49!), and a wide range of titles at more than 50% off. Shop today and pick up some great deals while they're still available!
[Photo by Tamanna Rumee on Unsplash]
Worship Resources
See our Worship Resources for upcoming Sundays and special celebrations.
March 5 - World Day of Prayer
March 7 - Third Sunday in Lent
March 8 - International Women's Day
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