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It is with great joy and deep gratitude that we bring warm greetings on behalf of the Partner Council.
On the left side, a cross forms an arc; it creates a circular movement and blends into Jesus' hair.
The theme of the 45th General Council (GC45) of The United Church of Canada has been selected by The Right Rev. Dr. Carmen Lansdowne: Visions and Dreams
Thank you to those who were able to join the learning sessions on the principle-based approach to justice work in the United Church.
On Nov. 8, members of the Executive of the General Council had a special meeting to discuss recommendations about NEW05 Indigenous Sovereignty Proposal. They affirmed the recall of the National Indigenous Spiritual Gathering (NISG) to determine the future of the Indigenous Church.
All 16 regional councils, the National Indigenous Council, and 80% of pastoral charges in The United Church of Canada participated in the vote on Remit 1: Establishing an Autonomous National Indigenous Organization.
The annual meeting of the 44th General Council (2022) met virtually on October 19, 2024, and was livestreamed on YouTube for observers.
Katherine describes herself as a mom and a minister serving on southern Vancouver Island. Her ministry is centred on creative cross-generational opportunities. She is passionate about new forms of ministry while steeped in the traditions that shaped United Church of Canada.
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.
Learn about being a Youth Forum delegate at the 45th General Council.
