GC45 GC45 Nominations Committee Report for Summer 2025 Origin: The Nominations Committee, Executive of the General CouncilExecutive SummaryThe Nominations Committee is called to identify and recommend for appointment or election to committees and other groups, individuals who exemplify the values and vision of the United Church of Canada, and to bring diverse perspectives and skills to the table. In this function, the Nominations Committee plays a vital role in the spiritual and organizational health of our denomination. So far this term, the Nominations Committee has recommended over 150 appointments with at least equal that number of recommendations still to be made prior to the August session of the 45th General Council.The Work of this TermThe dedicated group of ministers and lay people who serve as the Nominations Committee, along with superb staff support, take very seriously our charge of identifying, evaluating, and recommending individuals to serve in the various leadership and service positions within the church. The committee seeks to ensure candidates are spiritually mature, committed to the church's mission, and equipped with the necessary gifts to fulfill their roles effectively. Read the Full Report Below Resources GC45 Nominations Committee Report for Summer 2025.pdf Save to PDF True Document Date June 22, 2025 Document Type Report Originating Body Nominations 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.
