Latest News from the PCC: Summer Edition

Summer 2018

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Have a wonderful summer, and happy Canada Day!

It's a Wrap for General Assembly 2018

Read the summaries of events from the 144th General Assembly that took place June 3–6 at Wilfrid Laurier University, Waterloo, Ontario. The installation of the 2019 Moderator, the Rev. Daniel Cho, kicked off events, followed by three days of discussion. The highlights, minutes, Book of Reports and recordings of the live stream are all available now.

GA 2018

PCC 2019 Wall Calendar Now Available

The PCC's 2019 wall calendar is now available to order, and this year's edition features beautiful stained glass windows in Presbyterian congregations across the country. The calendar provides unique church year dates for The Presbyterian Church in Canada, as well as the lectionary and church colours.

Thank you to all who submitted photos: view all the amazing images.

Order the 2019 calendar

Photos Needed for the Connection Newspaper

The summer issue of the Presbyterian Connection newspaper was sent out to all congregations and subscribers in mid-June. An electronic version is also available to read online. The cover story features ARISE Ministry, which helps women break free from the chains of human trafficking and the sex trade.

Submit a photo for the Gatherings section of the next issue and share your church’s story!

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Summertime Learning: Webinars on Leadership, Faith, Developing Generosity, and More

Online learning opportunities are offered by the PCC national office. Each webinar is free and made possible through gifts to Presbyterians Sharing. Click on the webinar title to watch recordings of webinars on Leadership & Renewal, Stewardship, Communications and Leading with Care.

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Retirement Message from Stephen Allen

Stephen Allen, Associate Secretary for Justice Ministries, has retired after almost 21 years of service.

“Commitment to ecumenism reflects above all a theological commitment, an acknowledgment of the broken nature of Christ’s church and the church’s prayer and hope for church unity.”

Read Stephen's full message

More News

Registration is now open for Transform: A Conference Exploring Stewardship, Discipleship and Missional Engagement, November 8–11, 2018, in Orillia, Ont. Transform the way you live as leaders, congregations and ministries, and become living embodiments of God’s mission.

Watch and share the new 2018 Presbyterian Sharing Thank You video.

Read a powerful prayer for migrants and refugees.

Great Resource: Responding to the Truth and Reconciliation Commission Calls to Action is a free guide that helps Presbyterians work toward healing and reconciliation with our Indigenous sisters and brothers. This resource provides suggestions of how to read the Calls to Action, questions for reflection and ideas for action.

The PCC Classifieds allow you to share church-related items with others across the country. Have an item you would like to donate or sell? Use the online form to submit information for a posting or browse the listings.

Apply now for the 2019 Stewards By Design Conference, May 2–5, 2019, in Orillia, Ont. Stewards by Design helps congregations discover how to nurture generous giving and expand their ministry. Participants explore how stewardship is not just a financial matter but is a spiritual matter concerned with all aspects of life.

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