GC44 GC44 Renunciation of Claims to Former Mission Property in the Democratic Republic of Korea (DPRK) for October 2023 Given that The United Church of Canada at one time owned a number of mission properties in what is now the DPRK, the PROK has invited the United Church to join in making a similarly powerful symbolic witness for reconciliation by renouncing all claims to former United Church-related property in what is now North Korea. This report provides background to this invitation and recommendations for General Council, including a suggestion that the United Church’s response be framed in terms of the 1974 actions of the PROK and The United Church of Canada. Resources GC44 Renunciation of Claims to Former Mission Property, DPRK for October 2023.pdf GC44 Renunciation of Claims to Former Mission Property, DPRK for October 2023 - Appendix.pdf Save to PDF True Document Date October 21, 2023 Document Type Report Originating Body General Council General Secretary 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.
