In 2006, The United Church of Canada made a commitment to becoming an intercultural church. Now, years later, how do people understand “intercultural”? How can people effectively engage with difference? Presented by Adele Halliday, this webinar will be an interesting introduction to intercultural ministries, as well as offer helpful ideas for people Read more
This webinar is designed to introduce your congregation to the EDGE Network for Ministry Development, who they are, how they work and why congregations could benefit. They will also walk through the EDGE introductory service: A Vision Day – how to get started, who and what is involved and why a Read more
In view of ongoing unrest in the world, including but not limited to racialized violence in the U.S., as well as the distress many felt during and after the MCC General Conference, especially as it may have reflected the continuing power of white privilege/supremacy, misogyny, and U.S. domination/imperialism, the need Read more
Many, many of us have been fortunate enough as leaders to have good mentors along the way, those more experienced people who have supported, guided, counseled, encouraged, and challenged us to stretch and grow. This webinar lead by Rev. Lisa Heilig understands that mentoring can happen in a variety of settings Read more
Goals of the Training Program: Orientation to MCC and the Emerging Church Program Tools to create diverse and inclusive MCC churches Build organizational skills directly related to not-for- profit formation Learn how to inspire and empower small groups and volunteers Increase personal awareness as a ministry leader Form a Proposal Read more
The content of this on-demand course will focus on the transformation of sacred space as reflected by literary and archaeological evidence by examining the testimony of artifacts, architecture, and iconography in relation to the written word. We will study the creation of mythic Jerusalem through event and experience. Instructor: Robert Read more
A walk through a Sunday experience at the thriving ministry of Hillhurst United Church, as they host a conversation on what people expect, and what Hillhurst has done to try to meet that need. Find out what Hillhurst has done intentionally that has worked, and who their audience is. Presenters: John Pentland Read more
Lutheran worship has a rich and joyful history of forming vibrant communities that have lasting impacts on the world around them. In this course, Lutheran (ELCA) bishop Don Kreiss helps us understand the foundation of the most common worship service: the Sunday Holy Eucharist by telling us how this experience Read more
Why does Sunday morning Episcopal worship look like it does? What’s happening? From the Processional Hymn to the Bible readings, the sermon, and Holy Communion – why do Episcopalians do what they do? The Episcopal liturgy is rich in tradition and symbolism, but it can also be a bit overwhelming Read more
It is arguably the most important day of your life: your baptism. What does it mean and what will it mean? Canon Anne E. Kitch has some great answers. She’s a liturgist, author, and priest who gives us a helpful overview of what it means to be baptized in the Episcopal Read more