GC43 or earlier GC32 Cruise Missile Testing (1988C653) WHEREAS our Lord saw peace-making as a distinctive characteristic of his followers (Matthew 5:9); andWHEREAS he showed anguish when the ways of peace were not learned (Luke 19:42); andWHEREAS the government of Canada has repeatedly stated that it supports a Comprehensive Test Ban Treaty for the nuclear-armed nations; andWHEREAS the cruise missile now being flight-tested in Canadian air space is being withdrawn from Europe under terms of the INF Treaty:THEREFORE be it resolved that the 32nd General Council urge the government of Canada to prohibit the testing of cruise missiles over Canadian territory. GC32 1988 ROP, p. 184 Save to PDF True Document Date October 31, 1988 Document Type Social Policy Originating Body Other Topic Peace Latest News Commissioners for 45th General Council gathered Saturday for learning and discussion session With the theme “What is the vision/dream for United Church ministry leadership?” in mind, General Council Commissioners took part in a day of learning and discussion sessions on Saturday, June 28. Who are we, together, as the visionaries and dreamers of GC45? The constitution of the 45th General Council occurred Sunday, and by the end of the session – the theme of which was “Who are we, together, as the visionaries and dreamers of GC45?” – about 450 people participated online. Constitution of 45th General Council this Sunday Last call for nominees for Moderator to join the current five candidates.
