Very Rev. Gary Paterson weighs in on Trudeau’s apology to LGBTQ Canadians
When Prime Minister Trudeau apologized to LGBTQ Canadians back in November 2017, Very Rev. Gary Paterson was one of 11 people asked
Should churches give a portion of land sales to Indigenous communities?
Rev. Christopher White weighs in on a question about donating portions of land sales to Indigenous communities.
Playing by heart: Church music director has unique ability
United Church music director Kara Shaw was born prematurely, became almost totally blind and was later diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder. Today,
Why I felt more welcome at a spirituality conference than in the United Church
Ever Wonder conference in Edmonton draws longtime United Church members seeking a broader perspective on faith
The enduring link between spirituality and land
A note from the editor
Meet the world’s strongest church organist
‘Music’s my real love. Powerlifting is a fun hobby.’
How positive thinking can bring churches possibilities
Building on strengths rather than dwelling on negatives has brought healthy change to many secular organizations. The approach can work for churches,
A preacher’s kid was secretly swamped with doubt about faith
"Terrible and painful as it was, Dad’s death liberated me. Along with grief, a burden was lifted."
WCC celebrates 70 years of solidarity
Founded in 1948 to promote Christian unity, the World Council of Churches marks a milestone while looking ahead to the future of
We’ll miss you, David Wilson
After 30 years at The United Church Observer and 11 as editor, the magazine says goodbye to an old friend and mentor
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July/August 2025 Issue In this issue: New approaches to dementia care to help people live a full life; How to talk across polarities; How white evangelicals incite homophobia in Uganda |
