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October 2021

A Reflection on Giving Thanks from the Moderator
In this reflection on thankfulness from the Moderator, the Rev. Dr. Daniel Scott recalls recent experiences that reminded him of the importance of giving thanks. Also included in this reflection is a prayer of thanksgiving written by John Bradford.
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Recent News & Resources

Residential Schools video presentation

Social Action Hub

Gifts of Change 2021–2022

Audiovisual resources for worship

Useful Links

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Church Finder
Resource Portal

New Publications from the PCC
The Spirit Prays Within Us is a new resource for elders of The Presbyterian Church in Canada. Designed to help ruling elders explore the practice of prayer in their role as congregational leaders, this prayer workbook can be used for personal study, group study and Session starters, as well as for elder training and mentorship. Download The Spirit Prays Within Us on the PCC website or order it in print through the PCC Resource Ordering Portal or online order form, free of charge.
Access Prayer Resource
The newest issue of the PCC’s Prayer Partnership provides daily prayers, Sunday Mission Moments and monthly Social Action Spotlights for October to December 2021. The prayers, Mission Moments and Social Action Spotlights are available to download in a number of formats, including PDF booklet, print-friendly Word document and slide presentation, and can be used online, during worship or in your church newsletter.
Access Prayer Partnership
The 2021 Acts and Proceedings, containing the official minutes and reports of the 2021 General Assembly, is now available to download for free on the PCC website or to order in print through the PCC Resource Ordering Portal or online order form, at a cost of $45 each.
Access A&P
The 2021 edition of the Book of Forms, the governing document of The Presbyterian Church in Canada, is now available to download for free on the PCC website or to order in print through the PCC Resource Ordering Portal or online order form, at a cost of $12 each.
Access Book of Forms
Adult Discipleship Resources
A comprehensive list of adult faith formation resources is now available on the PCC website. The selection of recommended resources ranges from traditional curricula, Bible and book studies to resources that reflect current trends in faith formation, such as spiritual practice ideas and online course offerings. The list also includes resources that are specific to different life stages and learning types. With this reference tool, congregations will be well-equipped to support adults from all walks of life on their faith journeys.
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Register for Upcoming Webinars from the PCC
Faith Formation in a Post-Pandemic World Webinar Series
Dates: October 12, November 9, December 14
Time: 1 p.m. (Eastern)

The Presbyterian Church in Canada, in partnership with Lifelong Faith Associates, is offering a webinar series for those who are interested in faith formation as we emerge from a post-pandemic world. The full webinar schedule is available on the PCC website.
Register Today
Rainbow Pathways: Exploring LGBTQI2+ Welcome and Inclusion
Dates: November 6 and November 13
Time: 1 – 5:30 p.m. (Eastern)

This free online course, comprised of four modules on Saturday, November 6, and November 13, is an opportunity to equip congregations to be more welcoming and inclusive of LGBTQI2+ people and families. Ministry leaders are invited to participate to learn how to recognize barriers to LGBTQI2+ people in local ministry contexts and how to take further steps towards welcome and inclusion. Further course information and registration details are available on the PCC website.
Register Today
Presbyterian Connection Newspaper: Fall Issue &
Call for Submissions for Winter Issue
The Fall 2021 issue of the Presbyterian Connection newspaper is now available online. This latest issue is once again filled with lots of amazing articles and photos from congregations and groups across the country.
Read Now
We are now accepting submissions from Presbyterian congregations and groups for the Winter issue. Please send in stories and/or photos of activities, demonstrating how your ministry is sharing Christ’s light, by October 22.
Submit Now
Make Giving Fun with the Giving Tree
This Christmas, your congregation can have fun raising money for life-changing Gifts of Change programs by participating in the PCC’s Giving Tree project.
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From all of us at the PCC national office, stay well
and may the peace of Christ be with you all.


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