GC44 Recordings for learning sessions now available online Posted October 15, 2024 Image Dear General Council Commissioners, guests, and corresponding members:Thank you to those who were able to join the learning sessions on the principle-based approach to justice work in the United Church. For any who were unable to attend, the recordings have been added in CHURCHx and can be found here.Having now had experience with the principle-based approach, Commissioners are encouraged to practice applying it to the work before the council in preparation for our time together.We look forward to gathering as the General Council on Saturday, October 19th. Please log on to the call early, between 10:30 a.m. and 10:50 a.m. ET, through CHURCHx here.The meeting will convene promptly at 11 a.m. ET with opening worship with communion. Please have the elements ready so you can participate fully.Both our Holy Manners and our Equity Aspirations are also in CHURCHx, a reminder of our commitment to inclusivity and respect as key elements of healthy discussion and debate.The agenda for the meeting can be found here.In order to make sure we have quorum for the meeting, please RSVP to the meeting, whether or not you intend on attending.Thank you for your continuing service as a Commissioner. The gift of your time and your wisdom is deeply appreciated. Strategic Objective Embolden Justice Latest News General Council Executive Meets November 14–15 The 45th General Council Executive (GCE) meets on November 14 and 15. The meeting will be conducted virtually. 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.