Church News, Indigenous
Indigenous United Church Elders protest decision to dissolve National Indigenous Council
General Secretary Rev. Michael Blair's decision came over concerns that the body wasn't working
UCC in Focus
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Health
Retired minister reflects on living with dementia
For Rev. Dennis Landry, the condition has been difficult, but has also brought unexpected joys
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Theology
Easter is about more than just new life and hope
Moderator Rt. Rev. Richard Bott on the many ways of understanding the resurrection
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Theology
United Church theology book corrects view that denomination stands for nothing
But this writer wonders whether a church's theology lies in its doctrinal statements or its people
Latest Articles
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Opinion
Lent saw me take on a challenging spiritual practice
For all its difficulties and occasional drudgery, sending greeting cards was rewarding and meaningful
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Theology
Gretta Vosper settlement could redefine the United Church
The decision has divided members and forced questions about the denomination’s future.
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Editor's Letter
The new name of ‘The Observer’ revealed!
This issue marks a historic moment for the magazine. It is the last one to be published under the name The United Church Observer. Next month, we’re starting an exciting new chapter, relaunching in print and online as Broadview. The name United Church Observer served this publication well for 80…
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Editor's Letter
‘The Observer’ will soon relaunch with a new name and design
Our magazine will be going through some changes, but we see blue skies ahead
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Opinion
This mid-week practice deepens my congregation’s faith
One minister wonders why the church can't be the place where people find ways to nurture their souls.
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Church News
The United Church is going through some big changes
'There are important relationships to develop, and that can’t be done overnight.'
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Opinion
Watching my church become a pile of rubble gave me hope
The author says she mourned the historic, beautiful building, but witnessing its destruction reminded her that the church is really the people.
