How churches are saving themselves through real estate
Churches across the country are trading their valuable real estate for long-term funding. But success takes more than good intentions.
Saskatchewan and Indigenous churches split land income
The Saskatchewan and All Native Circle Conferences agree to split the proceeds of oil-rich land.
Drag queens help church raise money and awareness
The event, called “Take Me to Church,” after a popular song, was a fundraiser for LGBTQ youth in Saskatchewan.
United Church of Canada proposes new regional boundaries
The UCC has mapped out new regions based on geography, relationships, and culture
New project invites people to share memories of 1988 United Church decision
On the thirtieth anniversary of the United Church vote to include LGBTQ ministers, a new project invites people to share their stories
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
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,
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,
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
New editor named
Longtime Observer managing editor Jocelyn Bell has been appointed the new editor and publisher of The Observer.
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