The Winter 2012 edition of the East District UCW "News to Use" newsletter is now available in the Publications section of the website.

Posted: 01/23/2012 - 02/01/2012

Dear friends,

Please join me in congratulating Rev. Julie Hiscock, our shared Anglican-United Ministry in Churchill Falls, in announcing her Christmas engagement to Mr. Ross Brace, who is originally from Chance Cove.

Julie, Ross, and his 11 year old son, Cody, have a September 8, 2012 wedding date planned. Cody is delighted with the idea and thrilled that he will have someone else living in his house that can make toast for him.

Please keep them in your prayers as we celebrate with them in their engagement.

Rev. Faith March-MacCuish
Executive Secretary
The United Church of Canada
Newfoundland and Labrador Conference

Posted: 01/19/2012 - 01/27/2012

The Covenanting Service for Rev. Rick Marsh and the Grand Bank Pastoral Charge will take place Sunday, February 5 at 2:00 pm.

Location: Grand Bank
Presider: Dr. Roy West
Preacher: Rev Faith March MacCuish

Posted: 01/19/2012 - 02/05/2012

Hello All:

We are getting more questions about copyright issues (largely music) on podcasts and live web streaming from congregations. So we have added a para to

http://www.united-church.ca/local/copyright


Hope you find this helpful. And feel free to spread this information to your networks.

Kate

Catherine Rodd
Multimedia Producer
The United Church of Canada
# 300, 3250 Bloor Street West Toronto, Ontario M8X 2Y4 Canada

1-800-268-3781 x 4071
416-231-7680 x 4071
fax: 416-231-3103
crodd@united-church.ca

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Posted: 01/17/2012 - 02/10/2012

Apply to Serve as a General Council Steward

The 41st General Council will be meeting in Ottawa at Carleton University – on August 11-18, 2012. Many people will be volunteering to serve a variety of positions during this event. This includes a hard-working group known as Stewards. Stewards will be working on the floor of the meeting each day during the General Council. They collate materials, distribute documents, deliver messages, and serve as ushers. They fill a key role in assisting the work of the Council to flow smoothly. It is at times hard work, with long hours. But it is also an opportunity to experience the Council first hand.

Anyone who is able to move easily while carrying things, be on his/her feet (with some breaks) and work a long period of time is welcome to apply to serve as a Steward. Stewards are basically “on duty” all day. This may include the evening and even some late evenings!

General Council will be providing stewards with parking and meals. Stewards are responsible for the arrangement and cost of their own accommodation and transportation to and from the General Council. You may chose, at your expense, to book accommodation through us at Carleton University. The daily rate for accommodation is $60.00.

Ideally stewards will be available to assist with set-up on Friday, August 10, 2012. Orientation for stewards will be held on Saturday August 11 at 11:00 a.m.

Interested people should complete the below application form and send via email to ksmart@united-church.ca or fax to 416-231-3103 by March 23, 2012.

Further information will be forwarded to those selected as a steward for the 41st General Council by April 20, 2012.

The role of the Stewards is a “hands on” way of seeing Council at work and worship. Thank you for giving this invitation your consideration.

For further information please contact

Karen Smart  Program Co-ordinator, Governance Support 3250 Bloor St. W.  Toronto, Ontario, M8X 2Y4 Toll Free Number 1-800-268-3781 ext. 2052 Voicemail: 416-231-7680 ext. 2052

Cathy Stewart Head Steward, General Council 41 stewartcathy22@gmail.com 613 623-3881

Click here for application form
 

Posted: 01/17/2012 - 03/23/2012