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Welcome Rev. Laurie Stevenson! We are delighted to welcome Rev. Laurie Stevenson as our new Minister of Pastoral Care, beginning her ministry with us on November 3rd, 2025. Rev. Laurie brings a deep commitment to compassionate care, spiritual guidance, and community connection. Her presence will be a blessing to our region as she walks alongside ministry staff and congregations, offering support, prayer, and pastoral leadership. We look forward to the gifts she will share, the relationships...
Register Now for the Antler River Watershed Regional Council Fall Meeting THEME: SEASONS Online via Zoom Only Friday October 3rd: Time 6:30pm - 8:30pm Saturday October 4th: Time 9:00am - 3:00pm Click here for a Video Invitation from ARWRC President, Richard Auckland Good day, and with fall-like weather upon us it is a glorious day. It is hard to believe we are winding up our summer and heading into fall. Students and teachers are heading back to school, and as a retired educator, I know how...
[Photo credit: The United Church of Canada] The United Church of Canada has a New Moderator! A huge congratulations to Rev. Dr. Kimberly Heath, who has been elected as the 45th Moderator of The United Church of Canada on the third ballot! Rev. Dr. Kimberly Heath, nominated by Eastern Ontario Outaouais Regional Council, brings deep faith, visionary leadership, and a pastoral heart for the whole church. Learn more about our new Moderator here:...
The Climate Express leaves on it's journey to GC45 on Wednesday July 30th, follow along here: https://www.polarsteps.com/ClimateExpress/19256495-climate-express
Kathy Douglas at Camp Bimini Retirement Announcement: Kathy Douglas, Faith Formation Minister With heartfelt gratitude and deep appreciation, we announce the retirement of Kathy Douglas, our beloved Faith Formation Minister, after six years of dedicated service to the Antler River Watershed, Horseshoe Falls and Western Ontario Waterways Regional Councils. Kathy has been a guiding light in the spiritual formation of countless folks across all ages. Her unwavering commitment to nurturing faith,...
We are pleased to announce Karlene Kimber will be joining our team as Congregational Support Minister to Antler River Watershed Regional Council. Karlene will be working part-time and starts her position with the region on September 1st! Welcome Karlene and we look forward to you joining the team in this important work. More about Karlene: Karlene is deeply committed to helping people and communities grow in faith, hope, and connection. She has served in a variety of ministry settings,...
Message from the Antler River Watershed Regional Council President My name is Richard Auckland and I live in Talbotville, ON. I look forward to serving the Antler River Watershed Region as President. My spouse, Karen and I, have three adult children, who I am so thankful for, as they still like coming home for meals, games or just to hang out. I’m a 50+ year member of First United Church in St. Thomas, and have served on the Official Board and Trustees of that church. I am a retired...
Don't miss The United Church of Canada's historic National Centennial Anniversary service - Sunday, June 8! We invite you to join us in person or online, Sunday, June 8, 2025, at 7:00 p.m. NDT, at Gower Street United Church, 99 Queens Rd, St. John's, NL for a special National Centennial worship service to mark the 100th Anniversary of The United Church of Canada. Find the official 100th Anniversary Worship Service Bulletin HERE The Centennial Service is a significant milestone for the people...
Job Number: 25-17 Opening/Closing Date: May 1, 2025 to May 30, 2025 Description Antler River Watershed, Western Ontario Waterways and Horseshoe Falls Regional Councils are seeking an individual to fill the role of Minister, Pastoral Support on a permanent full-time basis, 35 hours per week. The Regional Council, as part of the wider United Church of Canada, is a decision-making body responsible to serve and support Communities of Faith within its bounds and provide necessary oversight. The...
Dear Friends, With joy and anticipation, we, The Regional Executive and Staff, invite you to join us for the Antler River Watershed Regional Spring Meeting on May 30th and 31st, 2025, hosted at Grace United Church in Sarnia. Our theme this year is “A Time of Renewal: Revitalize,” inspired by Romans 12:2 – “Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your minds…” In this spirit, we gather as a community to reconnect, refresh, and rekindle our shared sense of purpose...
Faith in action: the 2025 federal election and the United Church This resource includes links to workshops and resources, and will be updated and re-posted weekly until the election. As faith communities, and registered charities, we don’t promote or critique only one party. We address all of them, we focus on their social policies, and we expect accountability of all of them. Below are some suggested principles and resources to help people of faith engage the federal election process. ...
Job Number: 25-08 Opening/Closing Date: March 31, 2025 to April 30, 2025 Description Antler River Watershed Regional Council of The United Church of Canada is seeking an individual to fill the role of Minister, Congregational Support on a permanent part-time basis at 60% time (21 hours per week).This position reports to the Executive Minister. The Minister Congregational Support resources the partnership between communities of faith and regional councils in the articulation of congregational...
Kevin Steeper and Kate Ballagh-Steeper in Northern Scotland Kevin Steeper our Pastoral Support Minister has accepted a call with the Eramosa pastoral charge effective April 1st, 2025. For the last six years Kevin has served and supported our Regional Councils in this unique role with grace, prayer and confidentiality. His dedication to this important work has been seen and felt by many through emails, phone calls, visits, clergy gatherings and luncheons. As a staff team we're not sure what...
Benagil Caves, Portugal It is with mixed emotions we announce the retirement of Lynne Allin, our Congregational Support Minister for the last six years. Her unwavering commitment to communities of faith in the Antler River Watershed and Horseshoe Falls Regional Councils have been instrumental to the success of many congregations. Lynne's meticulous attention to detail, combined with her ability to see the bigger picture, has been invaluable. Her willingness to go the extra mile to meet tough...
Ontario Election 2025: More than Tariffs A panel discussion Sunday Feb 23, 3:00-4:15 PM EST on Zoom Information to help you faithfully discern your vote and continue advocacy after the Feb 27th election. Brief presentations by five panel members on selected topics. Panelists will respond to questions from the audience. Advance registration required: https://united-church.zoom.us/meeting/register/Pfy-0rDhQt-l-V5KqspFkw For more information contact: Thérèse Samuel tsamuel@united-church.ca and...
Register here now: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/lu2FfRocTb6yqlx2FznABw
Hybrid and In-Person When: May 30th and 31st Where: Grace United Church, Sarnia More details to come as they become available.
