People carry a large banner for the Gaza Ceasefire Pilgrimage in Victoria, BC.

Canadian Church Leaders Walk to Parliament Hill for Sustained Gaza Ceasefire

May 15, 2024

Leaders from several national churches will converge on Parliament Hill on May 22, urging for a ceasefire in Palestine and Israel.

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United Church, Anglicans, and Presbyterians sign lease on national office space

May 09, 2024

Rich tradition and collaboration bring national offices of The United Church of Canada, the Anglican Church of Canada, and The Presbyterian Church in Canada under one roof.

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Strengthening Invitation to a Place at the Table with Stars on Ice

April 25, 2024

In a rare opportunity, The United Church of Canada has partnered with the 2024 Stars on Ice tour as part of our strategic plan to Strengthen Invitation.

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Children in Gaza play in front of ruined graffiti-covered buildings

Gaza Ceasefire: What You Can Do

April 17, 2024

Mobilize for a just peace in Palestine and Israel. If you’re not sure what you can do, this list can help focus your efforts.

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Demonstrators holding up signs defending the Santa Marta 5

International Organizations Condemn Court Ruling on Santa Marta Five

April 11, 2024

In a preliminary court hearing, judge upholds politically motivated charges against United Church partners in El Salvador.

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The hands of someone wearing a minister's stole and another person wearing an Indigenous shawl are clasped.

National Indigenous Council Responds to the Results of Remit 1

April 09, 2024

The National Indigenous Council shares their vision statement with the whole church and offer words of thanks for all who have brought the church to this moment.

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Members of the Rainbow Pilgrims of Faith delegation to the WCC in 2024

Rainbow Pilgrims of Faith Delegates Meet with WCC

April 04, 2024

Jane Thirikwa, United Church Program Coordinator, Global Advocacy 2SLGBTQIA+, joined the Rainbow Pilgrims of Faith delegation to World Council of Churches in March 2024.

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Easter Message from Jerusalem Heads of Churches

March 28, 2024

The Patriarchs and Heads of Churches in Jerusalem have released an Easter letter that speaks especially to the people of Gaza.

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Group of people standing outside a building. A woman standing in the centre is speaking while another woman holds her phone up to record her.

Santa Marta 5 trial date set for April 3

March 25, 2024

One year after their arrest on politically motivated charges, five prominent Salvadoran water defenders are scheduled to stand trial starting on April 3.

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A large UN aid truck is loaded with bags in front of a refugee camp.

Humanitarian relief and ceasefire both urgently needed in Gaza

March 13, 2024

Letter expresses gratitude for restored funding to UNRWA, but urges an immediate and permanent ceasefire.

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