GC45 GC45 WF13: Proposals on Israel and Palestine HF01, SW02, SW03, SW05 for Summer 2025 There was overwhelming support from the discussion groups in favour of these proposals. There were also many calls to combine these proposals together as one. The recommendations within these proposals are in alignment with the Principles for Justice Work and The United Church of Canada has already acted on the recommendations. Communities of faith and individuals throughout The United Church of Canada are encouraged to continue to take these actions and faithfully live out our Principles for Justice Work. Therefore, the Way Forward Team proposes: That, in response to proposals on Israel and Palestine HF01, SW02, SW03, SW05, the 45th General Council, 2025: affirm the recommendations in HF01, SW02, SW03, and SW05, and recognize that many pieces of work are underway or have taken place, and direct the General Secretary to apply the Principles for Justice Work in taking actions outlined in these proposals Save to PDF True Document Date August 11, 2025 Document Type Way Forward Originating Body Way Forward Committee Latest News GCE Summary, Sept. 25–28, 2025 The 45th General Council Executive met in person in Toronto, for three days focused on orienting the Executive to the work, including its fiduciary duties, strategic leadership, financial oversight and its role in relation to committees, as well as The United Church Foundation and program organizations such as KAIROS GC45 Recall Meeting: Sept. 13, 2025 The recall meeting for the 45th General Council moved smoothly through several Way Forward proposals outstanding from the in-person meetings in Calgary, Alberta, in August. 45th General Council makes clear commitments to Just Peace regarding Palestine and Israel 45th General Council recalled to deal with unfinished, urgent business on Sept. 13; several proposals dealing with Palestine and Israel receive overwhelming support.
