A Gift for You from the Regional Council Free Resource for Summer Sabbath: The Inventions of Summer The poet, Mary Oliver, declares "there is no end to the inventions of summer". As we anticipate the gifts of summer, your Regional Council is pleased to provide you with a free resource. Inventions of Summer A simple, creative, theologically rich companion for a Summer Sabbath or Worship Series for your Community of Faith This four-week, ready-to-use Summer Sabbath booklet and worship series...
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Volunteer Recruitment 2026 Our regional council is seeking dedicated volunteers to step forward and serve on key commissions that directly shape the future of our community. This is more than just a volunteer role—it’s an opportunity to contribute to meaningful decisions, collaborate with passionate individuals, and help guide initiatives that impact ministry, congregations, social justice issues, and property. Your voice, perspective, and expertise can make a real difference. We are looking...
Volunteer Appreciation Week April 19-25 To all our incredible volunteers, During Volunteer Appreciation Week, we take a moment to recognize and celebrate the time, energy, and care you give so generously to our Regional Council community. Whether you are serving as a regional representative, contributing your voice and leadership as a commission member, guiding our work as part of the executive, or creating welcoming and meaningful experiences by coordinating hospitality at our in-person...
Towards 2035 Townhall Meeting You may have seen the presentation at the Regional Councils fall meeting…you may have heard about it from a colleague or fellow congregation member…you may have seen the General Council resources for Communities of Faith...you may be asking yourself “What does this all mean?” Please join me (Executive Minister Mark) for a time of conversation, and answering questions of what does Towards 2035 mean in your local context, and what resources are needed for us...
UPDATED SAVE THE DATES: Spring Regional Council Meetings 2026: WOWRC - May 22 & 23 & 24 at the Unifor Centre in Port Elgin, ARWRC & HFRC (Bi-Regional meeting) - June 26 & 27 & 28, 2026 at the Lamplighter Inn, London, Ontario Note: All meeting times TBD
Community of Faith Documents due for 2025 It is that time of year to work on your Community of Faith’s Annual Report and to complete the Community of Faith Self-Assessment Checklist as well as your updated Community of Faith Profile. Annual Report Your Annual Report should be uploaded to your Community of Faith's account on ChurchHub. If you are unsure how to do this, please see this helpful how-to article here. You will also need to update the officer roles including your Regional Lay...
We are pleased to announce the hiring of Laura Black to the position of First Third Ministry Faith Formation Minister, serving the Antler River Watershed, Horseshoe Falls, and Western Ontario Waterways Regional Councils. Laura will begin her ministry on Monday, February 2nd, 2026. She brings a deep commitment to faith formation, collaborative leadership, and nurturing spiritual growth across diverse communities. Laura is excited to work alongside the councils, congregations, and leaders of...
Minister First Third Ministry Faith Formation ARW/WOW/HF RCs Carlisle, ON $71,004 ‒ $80,924 Annually Antler River Watershed, Western Ontario Waterways and Horseshoe Falls Regional Councils are seeking an individual to fill the role of Minister, First Third Ministry Faith Formation on a permanent full-time basis, 35 hours per week. The Regional Council, as part of the wider United Church of Canada, is a decision-making body responsible to serve and support Communities of Faith within its bounds...
Regional Council Christmas Greeting 🎄 Note: The RC Office will be closed from December 24th, 2025 to January 1st, 2026
Welcome Rev. Laurie Stevenson! We are delighted to welcome Rev. Laurie Stevenson as our new Minister of Pastoral Care, beginning her ministry with us on November 3rd, 2025. Rev. Laurie brings a deep commitment to compassionate care, spiritual guidance, and community connection. Her presence will be a blessing to our region as she walks alongside ministry staff and congregations, offering support, prayer, and pastoral leadership. We look forward to the gifts she will share, the relationships...
President’s Invitation: Hello everyone! Today is my birthday (52 in case you were wondering). As such I would love to invite you to an online party November 7th and 8th! Okay, well, maybe not a party but there is lots planned so register soon, registration is open now for our Fall WOWRC...
Hello, my name is Rev. Rebekah Duncan. I am currently the president of Western Ontario Waterways. Thank you so much for trusting me with this position. It’s been a long journey, from finding passion for faith through my parents and youth forum (Maritime Conference), to gaining support through mentors such as the late Rev. D’Thea Webster, Rev. Neil Parker, Rev. Michael Kooiman, Rev. Sarah Giles, and the many talented and called classmates and professors I had at the Atlantic School of Theology....
[Photo credit: The United Church of Canada] The United Church of Canada has a New Moderator! A huge congratulations to Rev. Dr. Kimberly Heath, who has been elected as the 45th Moderator of The United Church of Canada on the third ballot! Rev. Dr. Kimberly Heath, nominated by Eastern Ontario Outaouais Regional Council, brings deep faith, visionary leadership, and a pastoral heart for the whole church. Learn more about our new Moderator here:...
The Climate Express leaves on it's journey to GC45 on Wednesday July 30th, follow along here: https://www.polarsteps.com/ClimateExpress/19256495-climate-express
Discernment Retreat Date: Saturday September 20, 2025 Time: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM Place: Grace UC, Hanover Cost: $25:00 Led by: Betty Pries of Credence & Co. Register Now Here - Registration Form Space is limited to 50 people. Please register early to ensure a spot. Part 1: Nurturing a Spirit of Discernment in Congregational Decision-Making Congregational discernment differs from decision-making in critical ways. When a spirit of discernment and listening for God’s leading precedes the...
Kathy Douglas at Camp Bimini Retirement Announcement: Kathy Douglas, Faith Formation Minister With heartfelt gratitude and deep appreciation, we announce the retirement of Kathy Douglas, our beloved Faith Formation Minister, after six years of dedicated service to the Antler River Watershed, Horseshoe Falls and Western Ontario Waterways Regional Councils. Kathy has been a guiding light in the spiritual formation of countless folks across all ages. Her unwavering commitment to nurturing faith,...
