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THE UNITED CHURCH OF CANADA

 
Newfoundland and LabradorNewfoundland and Labrador Conference is one of 13 United Church conferences across Canada, our conference being the most easterly.

The oversight of the life and work of our approximately 200 congregations is exercised by our East and West Districts, while Conference co-ordinates and oversees matters that effect the combined interests of the two Districts.

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

 
LENTEN SERIES "THE AUTHORITY OF CHRIST"

The Bay Roberts U.C. Pastoral Charge is pleased to announce its upcoming Wednesday Evening Lenten Series entitled: "THE AUTHORITY OF CHRIST," beginning February 29th. Time: 7:30 p.m. Locations and Guest Speakers are as follows:

Feb. 29th, Central United, Bay Roberts: The Rev. Bruce Kearley

March 7th, Trinity United, Shearstown: The Rev. Joan Conrad

March 14th, Grace United, Coley's Point: The Rev. Terri Burry

March 21st, Central United, Bay Roberts: The Rev. Brian Colbourne

March 28th, Trinity United, Shearstown: The Rev. Peggy Johnson


Fellowship-Time to follow each gathering. F.M.I., please call Rev. Sellars at 786-3178.


Posted: 01/26/2012 - 03/29/2012


 
JANUARY 2012 EDITION OF THE "CONNECTOR"

The latest edition of  the "Connector" is available in the Publications section of the website.

Posted: 01/25/2012 - 02/05/2012


 
NEWS TO USE

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


 
FAMILY NEWS

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


 
COVENANTING SERVICE

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


  
COPYRIGHT ON CONGREGATIONAL PODCASTS AND WEB STREAMING

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


 
CALL FOR STEWARDS

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


                                                                  
EXECUTIVE SECRETARY APPOINTMENT

Dear friends,

As President of the Newfoundland and Labrador Conference, and on behalf of the Conference Executive, I am pleased to join with Rev. Carol Hancock, General Council Officer, Conciliar Relations, The United Church of Canada in announcing the following:


On Tuesday, January 10th, the Sub-Executive of the Executive of General Council appointed the Rev. Faith March-MacCuish as Executive Secretary, Newfoundland and Labrador Conference, effective immediately. The Sub-Executive received the report of the Search Committee and heard of the warm support that this recommendation received when it was presented to the Newfoundland and Labrador Conference Executive in December.

With a Bachelor of Arts from Memorial University of Newfoundland and a Masters of Divinity from Emmanuel College, Faith March-MacCuish has been ordained for twenty-three years, with fifteen years of service within Pastoral Charge ministry and eight as Conference Personnel Minister for Newfoundland and Labrador Conference. During her tenure as Personnel Minister, she repeatedly served as Acting Executive Secretary as her predecessor was on medical leaves. Faith therefore brings quite extensive experience to this particular role.

Faith has served at all levels of The United Church of Canada, including General Council Executive. She has continued her education in the areas of conflict management, supervision skills, and human resources. She is a highly well known and a respected leader within the Conference who has proven her ability to work effectively with both staff and elected members.

Please join me in welcoming her.

Carol L. Hancock
General Council Officer, Conciliar Relations,
The United Church of Canada, 3250 Bloor St. W.
Voicemail: 416-231-7680 ext. 2017

Please join me in welcoming Rev. Faith in her new position!

Rev. Lisa Potter
President
The United Church of Canada
Newfoundland and Labrador Conference
320 Elizabeth Avenue
St. John's, NL A1B 1T9

Posted: 01/11/2012 - 01/31/2012


 
GENERAL COUNCIL YOUTH FORUM

Greetings,

As many of you are aware, the 41st General Council is happening in Ottawa this August. An important part of the General Council Meeting is Youth Forum. Newfoundland and Labrador Conference will be eligible this year to send 1 delegate from East District and 1 delegate from West District. Formal applications will be distributed by mail real soon. The Districts, through the Divisions of Christian Development, are presently recruiting committees which will receive applications and name delegates.

At this time I am enlisting your assistance in seeking applications for Home Group Leaders, and Chaplains, to provide leadership at Youth Forum. Can you pass this e-mail on to persons you think might be suitable?

Applications and information can be found on the following link http://www.gc41.ca/.

While the deadline for Home Group Leaders and Chaplains states January 15th, National will continue to receive applications for a few more weeks.

Thank you,

Roger Janes

Roger Janes
Program & Leadership Development
NL Conference
10 Pinsent Drive, Suite C
Grand Falls-Windsor, NL
A2A 2R6
Tel: (709) 489-5101
Fax: (709) 489-2473


Posted: 0/12/2012 - 01/31/2012


                                                            
         
      



 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 


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