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As Global, Ecumenical, and Interfaith partners of The United Church of Canada, we extend our heartfelt greetings to General Council 45: Visions and Dreams.
The annual meeting of the 44th General Council (2022) met virtually on October 19, 2024, and was livestreamed on YouTube for observers.
After the Alvin Dixon Walk/Run raised over $25,000, participants heard from Toward 2035, Indigenous Ministry and Justice, and a message of continued support from Rev. Dr. Karen Georgia Thompson.
Commissioners and guests invited to complete the cycle of General Council business at a recall meeting on Saturday, Sept. 13 at 11 am ET.
Summary
The 45th General Council of The United Church of Canada reconvened at the TELUS Convention Centre in Calgary, Alberta tonight. GC45 wraps up on Monday, August 11 with a final worship service that includes the installation of the newly selected Moderator.
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 General Council shapes the life of the church, holds the church’s relationships with partners in Canada and around the globe, and strengthens the church for faithful witness and service.
Commissioners are United Church ministry personnel or members who have been chosen for this role through their regional council, the National Indigenous Organization, or the Executive of General Council.
The Executive of the General Council is the decision-making body for the United Church between meetings of the General Council. It consists of the Moderator, immediate past Moderator, General Secretar...