GC43 or earlier GC31 Lottery Funds (1986L527) That the 31st General CouncilReaffirm the policy of The United Church of Canada that all formally constituted United Church groups abstain from applying for grants to government commissions or foundations based on lotteries. (ROP 27th GC p. 307)Acknowledge the dilemma of those United Church of Canada groups for whom traditional sources of government funding are increasingly being replaced by funds which are lottery-generated.Instruct the national Division of Mission in Canada to communicate to the federal, provincial and territorial governments in Canada our concern regarding the increasing difficulty faced by church groups which are eligible for public funding, but choose not to accept funds which have lotteries as their source.Encourage individuals to refrain from purchasing lottery tickets. 1986, ROP, p. 136 Save to PDF True Document Date August 21, 1986 Document Type Social Policy Originating Body Other Topic Economic Justice Latest News Staff Gathering for Strategic Planning, 2026–2028 General Council and Regional Council Office staff will engage in intensive planning to strengthen collaboration in supporting the life and ministry of The United Church of Canada across the country. GCE Summary, February 20–21, 2026 The first 45th General Council Executive (GCE) of 2026 met online on February 20 and 21, 2026, thoughtfully reflecting the Executive’s role to offer insight, oversight, and foresight for the good of the church. First Executive Meeting of 2026 Coming up February 20–21 The 45th General Council Executive (GCE) meets online on February 20 and 21. Using the lenses of Deep Spirituality, Bold Discipleship, and Daring Justice, the Executive members will work generatively together, and reflect through the communal experience of worship.
