New Wine: Western Intercultural Gathering online this fall with Eric Law and Tony Snow We can’t gather in Calgary as planned, but we can come together online, even bigger than before! Join us for part 2 of last year’s cross-Canada gathering of people committed to the United Church’s intercultural vision. Rev. Dr. Eric Law and […]
The Second Annual Northern Spirit Regional Council Meeting will be held online in October. Ministry Personnel, Lay Representatives from Communities of Faith, Youth, and Guests from all over the Northern Spirit region will be called to gather together virtually for worship, decision-making, celebration, and setting future directions for the Regional Council on: Wednesday, October 14, […]
The Second Annual Northern Spirit Regional Council Meeting will be held online in October. Ministry Personnel, Lay Representatives from Communities of Faith, Youth, and Guests from all over the Northern Spirit region will be called to gather together virtually for worship, decision-making, celebration, and setting future directions for the Regional Council on: Wednesday, October 14, […]
Bring your favourite hot drink and join us for conversation on practical ideas for being an intercultural church, Tuesday February 2, at noon Mountain time. Hosted by the Western Intercultural Ministries Network. All welcome! Facebook event: https://fb.me/e/J8uf46JZ Please contact jgraham@united-church.ca for the link, or sign up for our occasional intercultural updates here: https://form.jotform.com/200548035291248
Remembering the Children Society presents a panel discussion on the inclusion of Indian Residential Schools history in the new Alberta curriculum. Please join us to listen to qualified and knowledgeable education partners discuss their perspective on why the Alberta government needs to "Make age-appropriate curriculum on residential schools, Treaties, and Aboriginal peoples’ historical and contemporary […]
Calling all ministries and people who are LGBTQIA+ and Two Spirit-affirming, or 2SLGBTQIA yourselves. We know COVID is making Affirming work harder, even as it also makes life harder for trans, non- binary, queer, Two Spirit and questioning people- especially youth and elders. So you're invited to an Affirming get-together for Northern Spirit, Tuesday March […]
Light the Flame for a Guaranteed Livable Income on April 8, 2021 Confirmed vigils, with all COVID 19 protocols in effect: Chris Warkentin's office - 10625 W Side Rd, Grande Prairie at 12:30 What is this all about? In this video, Moderator Richard Bott invites us to join the call for a Guaranteed Livable Income […]
Are you an artist or love seeing different ways people can be creative? Are you interested in learning more about local queer art and artists? Then, join in on Monday, April 19, at 12:00 noon (MDT) to learn about creativity, queer art, and getting to know local artist Max Elwood! This interview, hosted by Affirming […]
You are invited to join Affirming Reflections for an International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia & Biphobia Livestream Event. This event will feature songs, stories and reflections from Two-spirit & LGBTQIA+ folks and their experiences around homophobia, transphobia & biphobia. We will hear about how inclusion and acceptance within society and within the Church helps to end […]
Join from anywhere in the world for Affirming Leaders Day! A faith-based development & connection day for allied and LGBTQ2S+ folks! Featuring Civil Rights Activist Rev. James Lawson, Queer Singer/Songwriter Semler, and Pop Culture Critic/Scholar/Author Anthony Oliveira! Peace and Protest: Creating Change with Love and Intention We explore the ways that our faith calls us to […]