Learn the basics of writing prayers and choosing music for worship services.
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Learn the difference between change (an event) and transition (the process of changing)., how to assess where people and communities of faith in their transition, and how to respond appropriately to foster healthy transitions and acceptance of change.
Are you planning to change, grow or add a ministry? A Theory of Change is your ministry’s story of how you believe change will unfold. This workshop is available for $50 for members of the EDGE Network.
Can economic and spiritual interests be combined into powerful forms of life-changing ministry? Social Enterprise for Faith Communities is a course for communities looking to use entrepreneurship to transform lives with faith-based values.
This Introductory course is designed for lay leaders who are seeking a stronger understanding of racial justice issues in Canada and within The United Church of Canada
This Introductory course meets the requirements for mandatory racial justice training for active ministry personnel, as required by the 39th General Council (2006), and is designed for Ministers applying for Admission from outside North America
An effective church staff team is greater than the sum of its parts. Whether you’re building a new team, or looking to strengthen and improve an established one, “Nurturing Church Staff Teams” explores what makes a church staff team effective.
Learn the basics of planning worship by preparing for the seasons of Advent, Christmas and Epiphany.
Upon completion of this stream, you will be prepared biblically, theologically, and practically to craft and deliver a sermon.
Upon completion of this stream, you will be equipped to preach as a layperson in your church.
Join the Hybrid Worships for invaluable insights into online worship and AV challenges in the church. Benefit from peer-to-peer learning, a resource library, and a supportive forum to enhance your digital worship experience.
Family Systems Theory helps ministry personnel and communities of faith be more self-aware and self-differentiating; to be better equipped to identify those in the community of faith with good leadership skills; and to better recognize and deal with an
Learn the basics of preparing worship services for All Ages and Special Events
Brew a cup of tea or pour a glass of your favourite drink, and snuggle in with a good book. Oh, and you can discuss the book with at least two friends -- The Right Rev. Dr. Carmen Lansdowne, Moderator of The United Church of Canada, and her guest.
This Introductory course meets the requirements for mandatory racial justice training for active ministry personnel, as required by the 39th General Council (2006), and is specifically designed for people who identify as White.
Join as a Team for one low price! Upon completion of this stream, you will be prepared biblically, theologically, and practically to craft and deliver a sermon.
Join us for an insightful and solutions-oriented webinar where we’ll explore the growing issue of clergy bullying and how we can work together to foster healthier church environments.
This course meets the requirements for mandatory training in the Sexual Misconduct Prevention and Response Policy and Procedures and the Workplace Discrimination, Harassment & Violence Prevention & Response Policy.
This "Refresher" course is for those who have already taken the United Church Introductory course. In this course we'll continue to reflect the concept of personal and professional boundaries, and how that can help enhance the ministry we are engaged in.
This "Refresher" course is for those who have already taken the United Church Introductory course. The curriculum on this course would be particularly helpful to individuals who are retired or nearing retirement.
This "refresher" course is for those who have already taken the United Church Introductory course. Online news; outdoor signs; church websites; Facebook; bulletins; newsletters, and emails are just a few examples of “social media” we encounter daily.
Learn the basics of preaching by preparing for the seasons of Lent and Easter.
The United Church of Canada provides a Defined Benefit Pension Plan for all employees who work more than 14 hours a week. Join us for this 90 minute program to learn about how the plan works, what it costs, and how to apply for your pension.
This course on Introduction to Anti-Racism for Indigenous and Racialized Lay Leaders is an introductory course for lay leaders who identify as Indigenous and Racialized.
Choose 1 of the 4 groups; 4 different topics; 3 live meetings per topic
This Introductory course meets the requirements for mandatory racial justice training for active ministry personnel, as required by the 39th General Council (2006), and is specifically designed for people who identify as Indigenous or Racialized.
This Introductory course meets the requirements for mandatory anti-racism training for active ministry personnel, as required by the 39th General Council (2006), and is specifically designed for people who identify as White.
