PCConnect—Summer Edition
July and August
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Read the full summary of events of the 143rd General Assembly that took place June 4–7 in Kingston, Ontario. The installation of the Moderator took place at St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church, followed by three days of discussion. The minutes are also available, or watch all the proceedings on our Livestream Channel.
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Thirty-three members of The Presbyterian Church in Canada visited Birdtail Sioux First Nation in Manitoba to personally apologize for the church’s role in running Birtle Residential School and the dark legacy left behind. The visit was part of the PCC's Healing and Reconciliation National Tour, which took place June 12–21. |
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The deadline for the Middle East Study Tour of Israel and Palestine (October 15–25, 2017) is June 30. “A Moment of Truth: A word of faith, hope and love from the heart of Palestinian suffering” was commended to the church by
General Assembly. The tour is led by the Rev. Noel Gordon and covers complex issues in Israel and Palestine.
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The PCC's 2018 wall calendar is now available, and this year's edition is twice the size—the full monthly spread is back and the white spaces for each day are larger, allowing you to fill them with your events and information. Featuring images from across the country, the calendar will “light” up any space with its uplifting messages and colourful design.
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The second issue of the Presbyterian Connection was sent out to all congregations and subscribers in mid-June. An electronic version is also available to read on our website. Our cover story features St. Paul’s Church that welcomed 60 new members! Submit a photo for our Gatherings section and share your church’s story! |
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An article about the work of the PCC appeared in the Globe and Mail newspaper on June 7, 2017. Highlighting our philanthropic work in education and social justice, it also includes mentions of prominent Presbyterians in Canada’s history, and our continuing work to help build and strengthen Canada's social fabric. |
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