AT THE HEART OF JUSTICE

Gender Identity in the Church

The United Church affirms that all humans are made in the image of God and welcomes people of all gender identities into full membership and ministry. Many church ministries are affirming but stories of heartache and healing continue to unfold. Read thefull blog post.

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JUSTICE NEWS AND RESOURCES

Join in the Mass Blanket Exercise

June 2nd is the first anniversary of the TRC Calls to Action. To advocate for Educating for Reconciliation, KAIROS is holding Mass Blanket Exercises at provincial legislatures. You are invited to participate in this meaningful act of public witness.

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Concerned for Climate Justice

You are invited to sign up for periodic email updates through Concerned for Climate Justice. This network will serve as a resource for your efforts, and strengthen our role as a faith community seeking to live with respect in creation.

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Emmanuel College: On Belief

Emmanuel College’s new podcast On Belief deals with issues of religion in the public sphere. Podcasts will be posted by the 15th of each month. Listen to the first edition and learn more about what On Belief is all about.

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Church Adopts UN Declaration

On March 30 and 31 the United Church participated in events marking our commitment to adopt the principles, norms, and standards of the UN Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples as the framework for reconciliation.

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MINISTRIES, NETWORKS, AND PARTNERS

MiningWatch Canada

MiningWatch Canada invites you to theirAnnual Seminar on April 14, 2016 in Ottawa: “Taken to the Tribunals: Why International Investment Treaties are Bad for the Environment, Indigenous Peoples’ Rights, and Democracy.”

Going Deeper: Poverty & Human Rights

Poverty is not a choice. It is created by the political, social, and economic decisions of others. The United Nations recognizes poverty as a human rights violation. Support Canada Without Poverty, KAIROS, Citizens for Public Justice, and others in your community who are addressing poverty.

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