Groups are gathering in various regions of the world today, June 8th, to mark World Oceans Day, learning and taking action about ocean change, along with climate change.
My prayer times are extended these days with so many troubling incidents of violence and distress calling to be held in God’s love, peace, and justice.
This webcam was set up by well-known nature photographer Rolf Hicker and family who reside in Port McNeill. It is a beautiful place and the objective of the site is to share the peace and tranquility of the area with the rest of the world.
This week’s General Council Executive meeting unanimously decided that the work of the General Council Office will be focused on supporting denominational identity and connection. (Read more about these decisions on the United Church website.)
In the days since our meeting, I’ve been blessed by events and conversations that have reminded me of core strands in our denominational DNA—our identity.
Texas Gov. Rick Perry Monday offered a stern warning against halting oil drilling in the Gulf of Mexico in the wake of a massive oil leak, and he raised the question of whether the explosion was an “act of God.”
You already know about my admiration for Haitians and their strength of Spirit. You can also imagine how the challenges facing Haitians have been lying heavily on my heart since returning from our visit with partners there.
Since tomorrow is Earth Day, posting a quiz. If you have children it is a good way to alert them to conservation. If you don't have children, take the quiz anyway - it's fun.
EARTH DAY QUIZ.
1. What is an ecosystem?
a) It is a place having unique physical features—including air, water and land—supporting plant and animal life.
b) It's a process to name newly discovered plants and animals.
Mary Ann Hodge, the Chair of the Environment Committee of First-St. Andrew’s United Church of London, Ontario, was kind enough to send along her news release this week describing how they at First-St. Andrew’s have taken up the Moderator’s challenge. In their words, they have
