The Center for Innovation in Ministry and Mission (CIMM) through the Graceland University/Community of Christ Seminary has opened the following classes for enrollment:
Spring B Session (March 4 – April 28, 2024) Ministry and Priesthood Certificate ($25 per class) o Intro Ph to Ministry – Apostle Janne Grover o Ministry of Seventy – Seventy Bethany Lloyd o Ministry of Teacher – David Lloyd o Ministry of the Bishop – Bishop Carla Long Christian Ministries Certificate ($100) o Ministries of Church - Linda Stanbridge Summer A Session (May 6 – June 30, 2024) Ministry and Priesthood Certificate ($25 per class) o Intro to Scripture - Jennifer Killpack o CYW Core Training – David Lloyd Note: No early summer Christian Ministries Certificate classes for student break These classes include non-degreed continuing credits. To enroll or for more information on these classes and the certificate programs, please visit our website at: www.graceland.edu/CIMM✨ All inclusive! That is what Reaching Out Centre is trying to accomplish, and it would appear that they’re doing a heck of a job. But, being “all-inclusive” is not an easy task. It takes determination, hard work, intentionality, and a passion for mission. Join host Blake Smith for this very enthusiastic and inspiring conversation with James Clark, CFO of the Reaching Out Center located in Streetsville – part of the Canada East Mission Center. Here is a group dedicated to learning in order to truly create “For Everyone Born, a Place at the Table.” If you thought you were too old, or too small, or too anything to be a part of something like this in the place you live and serve… think again!!
August 10 - 17, 2024
"In each of these lives is the potential to make the world a better place...Without the loving presence of a community, the potential in each person along the road sat dormant, and the world was not able to receive what those lives could offer." (K. Scott Murphy, First Presidency, Daily Bread, January 22, 2024) Are we ready to be part of a community experience that recognizes, awakens, invites, empowers, appreciates, and finds application for that dormant potential that is just waiting to make the world a better place? Shall we change the world together? Guest Ministry: Evangelist Andrea and Seventy Mark Johnson Watch for updates over the months to come ... Beyond the Walls – Blessed What are blessings? When do you feel blessed? How do you bless others? Let’s gather this Sunday to share a moment of worship with disciples and seekers from around the world as we explore these questions with Wednesday Jones. This is a communion service. Everyone joining live is invited to partake. We invite you to share this hour of reflection, prayer, meditation, music, and fellowship with the Beyond the Walls global community on 📅 Sunday, February 4, 2024. ⏰12:00 PM EST YouTube: https://youtu.be/8aw7zWTnLNw ⏰12:00 PM EST Facebook: https://fb.me/e/3qKIOJj52 ⏰6:00 PM EST YouTube: https://youtu.be/AWlkNMcuPpY ⏰6:00 PM EST Facebook: https://fb.me/e/4eeVXY6gg A bulletin with the order of worship is available at https://www.centreplace.ca/bulletin SLIM (Sharing Love in Mission) - 1:45 p.m. Paula Tite presiding. Prerecorded sermon video by Apostle Lachlan MacKay on:"Community of Christ: History and Mission". Contact Don Robb for Zoom info.
Other Online Ministries are available from many varied places for you to connect with. Dar has been admitted to the hospital with a serious condition called Rhabdomyolysis (often called rhabdo). In addition to his underlying health conditions, Dar also has contracted COVID.
Your prayers would be greatly appreciated. Get ready for an exciting and transformative event at the Spring Conference 2024 hosted by Scarborough Congregation, both in-person and online. The theme, "Ready to Risk Something New", sets the tone for a day filled with inspiration, creativity, collaboration, and spiritual renewal. Keynote Speaker: We are thrilled to announce that Apostle Art Smith will be our keynote speaker, sharing insights and wisdom to inspire and guide us on our spiritual journey. He will also update us on the Canadian Church vision and mission. Taking Risks and Embracing the New: Is your congregation prepared to embrace change and take bold risks? This conference will provide a space for exploration, creative ideas, and community building. It's an opportunity to reflect on the call to step into something new and exciting. Legislation for World Conference 2025: We will also dedicate time to contemplate any legislation intended for World Conference 2025. If your congregation is considering presenting resolutions, please inform us in advance. This will help us prepare for a focused business meeting during our gathering. Save the Date: Date: April 13 Location: Scarborough Congregation / Online Let's come together, ready to risk, embrace the new, and strengthen our bonds as a community. We look forward to your active participation. Watch for further information coming soon. Would you enjoy meeting new people regularly around activities you most enjoy or themes you’re most passionate about?
Kitchener congregation of the Community of Christ is recruiting volunteers to lead or co-lead community-based midweek activities, primarily in the church fellowship hall (414 Fischer-Hallman Road, Kitchener). Activities need to meet our mission plan (engage people, enrich lives, enhance community) and facilitate the development of a community where all can find welcome and acceptance. Maybe you’d like to run or help lead a weekly ‘Cards and Conversation’ group, or a monthly ‘Movies That Matter’ group. It might be a climate action group, a meditation group, a study group, a self-defense group for teenage girls, or something else that you have a special interest in. If this is something you’d like to be part of, email Joan Thompson and we’ll explore this further. Compensation can be arranged if needed for you to be able to dedicate your time. The North American Climate Justice Team Climate Action Webinar Series: Restoration to Right Relationships
Webinar – Sunday, January 28, 5 p m ET ZOOM Online Ministry In January, we explored a variety of support groups representing a variety of interest regarding climate issues including eco-anxiety, personal lifestyle changes, greening your congregation, climate advocacy, biodiversity and habitat preservation, how to talk to others about climate change, and how to engage with young people passionate about climate issues. On January 28, choose a support group and begin tailoring it to fit your passion, interest, skills and schedule. Support tools and team facilitators will be available to help groups start. Invite your friends. No prior experience is necessary. Participation in previous webinars is not required. And the Climate Justice Team will support but not dictate the result. Support groups will be independent and can continue networking on their own, based on the needs and interests of the members. Our February webinar will feature guest presenter Dani Lindamood, sharing “Grassroots Organizing for a Sustainable Water Future.” If you registered for a past webinar or conversation, you do not need to register again. Once registered, you will be sent a Zoom link before each webinar and activity. This is an online ministry sponsored by the Greater Pacific Northwest USA Mission Center for Community of Christ. The North American Climate Justice Team are the planners, with members from GPNWMC, Canada East, Canada West, IWMC, SPMC, and SPIMC. Beyond the Walls – According to the story in Matthew’s Gospel, Satan offered Jesus three temptations: (1) Focusing on material needs, (2) the lure of fame, and (3) lust for power. Jesus rejects mortal temptation and focuses on what matters most eternally with answers grounded in scripture. Spencer Greenhalgh of Lexington, Kentucky, will help us explore this text’s relevance in our lives today as we consider the theme, “Live By Bread Alone?” We invite you to share this hour of reflection, prayer, meditation, music, and fellowship with the Beyond the Walls global community on 📅 Sunday, January 21, 2024. If you are near Toronto, we invite you to join us in person at: 💒 320 Richmond Street East, Suite 101. Toronto, ON M5A 1P9. Otherwise, join us on live video as usual: ⏰12:00 PM EST YouTube: https://youtu.be/-Yb2EQe6Egk ⏰12:00 PM EST Facebook: https://fb.me/e/1KthEjQRm ⏰6:00 PM EST YouTube: https://youtu.be/PjYhKszNDKk ⏰6:00 PM EST Facebook: https://fb.me/e/33yX32uRN ORDER OF WORSHIP Prelude: Il Neige by Henrique Oswald Greetings: John Hamer – Toronto Centre Place Call to Worship: TBD Opening Hymn: CCS 452 - Jesus Walked This Lonesome Valley Invocation: TBD Peace Lesson: Lew Shepherdson Global Welcome: Leandro Palacios – Toronto Centre Place Hymn: CCS 451 - The Glory of These Forty Days Lectionary (Matthew 4:1-11): TBD Sermon: Spencer Greenhalgh Meditation: Leandro Palacios Closing Hymn: CCS 250 - How Firm a Foundation Sending Forth: John Hamer Postlude: Voluntary VII in G Major by John Alcock, Jr. A bulletin with the order of worship is available at https://www.centreplace.ca/bulletin Pathways to Universal Peace - A World Religion Day Celebration - Community of Christ joins the Baha'i Local Spiritual Assembly in the City of Barrie to present the annual World Religion Day gathering focused on the theme "Pathways to Universal Peace" 1:00-3:00 p.m. The program will include a land acknowledgement, greetings from dignitaries, children's performances of cultural song and dance, local live music, sacred readings, speakers from the Jewish, Muslim, Buddhist, Sikh, Baha'i, and Christian faith traditions, an open Q&A discussion, light refreshments and snacks. LOCATION: City Hall Rotunda, 70 Collier Street, Barrie, ON L4M 4T5. See additional details on Facebook.
World Religions Day - Woodfield Community of Christ, as part of the Multi Faith Committee will be participating in a service of Music by different faith traditions this Sunday at 6:00 p.m. The program is being hosted by St Andrew's United Church, Queen's Ave, London. Click for bulletin. SLIM (Sharing Love in Mission) - 1:45 p.m. James Stytle pesiding over the service with a focus on Peace and Justice. Contact Don Robb for Zoom info. Other Online Ministries are available from many varied places for you to connect with. A Letter to the Church from the Council of Twelve Apostles
In March 2023, President Stephen M. Veazey invited members and friends into an intentional process to discern the next prophet-president of Community of Christ. In August, President Veazey experienced a health issue that necessitated a medical leave of absence. The remaining members of the First Presidency believed the ongoing discernment process should proceed in accordance with President Veazey’s original plan. After reviewing succession guidance, scripture, and policies, the First Presidency asked the Council of Twelve Apostles to accept the sacred responsibility of calling the new prophet-president. The church extends its deep gratitude to the apostles for their willingness to assume leadership in the unfolding discernment. Their stewardship of this sacred responsibility has been faithfully fulfilled on behalf of the church. The following letter from the Council of Twelve Apostles regarding the calling of the next prophet-president is offered to the church for prayerful consideration. |
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