Living Skies Regional Council

Faithfulness in Pandemic Times: Journeying with Lot’s Wife
2021-04-21 19:00 - 20:30, 2021-03-17 19:00 - 20:30 (America/Regina) | Zoom
Together using the story of Lot’s Wife and the videos of Diane Strickland we will explore the experience of living in a pandemic as well as what it means to “be church” in these times.

Zoom Gathering for Young Adults (18-35 yrs)
2021-04-21 18:30 - 20:00, 2021-04-14 18:30 - 20:00, 2021-04-07 18:30 - 20:00, 2021-03-31 18:30 - 20:00, 2021-03-24 18:30 - 20:00, 2021-03-17 18:30 - 20:00 | Online Event
ALL ARE TRULY WELCOME
Every Wednesday at 6:30pm
a safe space for open-minded, faith-based and engaging conversation.
Contact Rev. Laura Fouhse for the ZOOM link:

Text 306-291-5838
E-mail laura@mcclureunitedchurch.org

Zoom Bible Study - Lectionary Based
2021-04-21 13:00 - 14:00, 2021-04-14 13:00 - 14:00, 2021-04-07 13:00 - 14:00, 2021-03-31 13:00 - 14:00, 2021-03-24 13:00 - 14:00, 2021-03-17 13:00 - 14:00 | Online Event
Zoom Bible Study
beginning February 3 and happening every Wednesday at 1pm.

An opportunity to read, learn, and discuss the Bible with other UCCan folks. Each week we will engage with one of the lectionary passage for the upcoming Sunday.

To register follow this link:
https://us02web.zoom.us/…/tZcpcOmsqzorGtbNopaMhsmCZ8bjZ…
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.

Ministry Personnel Gatherings
2021-04-20 13:00 - 14:00
Ministry Personnel are warmly invited to attend any or all gatherings.
Today we will discuss the practice of joy.
Join Zoom Meeting:
https://united-church.zoom.us/j/98143768957?pwd=[REDACTED]

An Imagination Pilgrimage for the Soul
2021-04-19 13:00 - 16:30 | Zoom
During this time when travel has become challenging, this 4 week retreat invites us to take an IMAGINARY pilgrimage across Canada, in the company of others. As we use our imagination to travel from the Atlantic Ocean to the wide open space of the prairies, to the mountains of Alberta, and the lush gardens of BC we will reflect upon ways that the natural landscapes we encounter under God’s clear blue sky might ruminate with our lives and connect us spiritually.
Please register by April 5 via email marg@freeflowwellness.ca. Full Descriptions available at: https://www.freeflowwellness.ca/retreats

Practically Prophetic: Online Worship - A Panel Discussion of Techie Wisdom
2021-04-14 19:00 - 20:30 | Online Event
Online Worship: A Panel Discussion of Techie Wisdom
Wednesday, April 14th, 7pm

To Register: https://form.jotform.com/210574707062250
Download: Event Poster/Info Sheet
One of the pandemic-revelations for the church has been the explosion of information around online worship experiences. Even as we struggle with physical isolation of our church families, we’re learning about the ministry opportunities of live-streaming, video-editing, music recording, and virtual meeting platforms. It hasn’t been easy, but in some ways it’s kinda forced us to embrace new & exciting ways of sharing in faith community together.
“What has been the most exciting or unexpected benefit of online worship?”
“What’s one piece of advice for a congregation just getting started with online worship?”
“What does the future hold for online worship?”
Join us for a hosted panel discussion of Online Worship in our congregations. Our tech gurus bring a wealth of insight & experience, and will share some of their favourite technical tips, tricks, gadgets & software. Perhaps even more importantly, we’ll also talk about the faith opportunities that online worship and community may hold for our own congregations and the United Church of Canada.

About our presenters:
Cheri Uthe leads the tech team at Mayfair UC creating live-stream worship services. She is also the owner of Faith Productions, a video production company with a specialty in memorials & tributes.
Ken Glover is on the tech team at St. Martins’ UC in support of recorded worship services. He has created very helpful how-to videos for Bandlab & St. Martin’s recording/video-editing process.
Daryl Woods is in ministry at Grace Westminster UC providing live-streamed worship services. He and the team at Grace Westminster bring experience with a variety of streaming software & equipment options..

Questions?: contact Kent at LivingSkiesYAYA@united-church.ca or 306-221-5529.

“Practically Prophetic” is a webinar series in Living Skies focused on tools & tips for our UCC ministry together. Think of it as Com-Ed (Community Education) for all: speakers, presentations, and panel discussions related to just about anything & everything in the vibrant faith-life of the church. Oh yeah, we’re excited that Practically Prophetic is a pretty cool collaboration of Living Skies Region Faith Formation (UCC), St. Andrew’s College, and the Centre for Christian Studies.

Ministry Personnel Gatherings
2021-04-13 13:00 - 14:00
Ministry Personnel are warmly invited to attend any or all gatherings.
Today, we will hear news from the Office of Vocation, with leadership from Karen Medland.
Join Zoom Meeting:
https://united-church.zoom.us/j/98143768957?pwd=[REDACTED]

On line talent Auction
2021-04-12 09:00 - 2021-04-15 13:00 | Westview United Church, 355 Bradbrooke Dr., Yorkton, AK, S3N 2K7
This is an auction of various items, most of which are hand made. The auction is open for viewing now. You must register as a bidder to be part of the fun. Full details are found on the website at westviewuc.ca .
To view the auction items sign in to www.charityauction.bid/westview2021

Ministry Personnel Gatherings
2021-04-06 13:00 - 14:00
Today’s Ministry Personnel Gathering has been CANCELLED. Please know Ministry Personnel are warmly invited to attend any or all other sessions.

Easter Sunrise Worship (Region-wide)
2021-04-04 06:20 - 06:40 | Online Event
Let’s celebrate the joy of the Risen Christ together – experience the sky coming to life throughout our Living Skies Region! Join your church family for a Sunrise Easter Zoom from a frosty hilltop or your warm living room!
Easy steps:

Register for the Zoom Link: https://form.jotform.com/210685803988267
If you Zoom on your phone, get outdoors & find a hill.
If you Zoom on your computer, stay inside & find a couch.
Worship together!
Share your Easter Sunrise pics with livingskiesyaya@united-church.ca or post them at https://www.facebook.com/groups/344291036087731

Download Poster: https://livingskiesrc.ca/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/Easter-Sunrise-2021-Poster.pdf
Questions? Suggestions? Just contact Kent at livingskiesyaya@united-church.ca or 306-221-5529

Ministry Personnel Gatherings
2021-03-30 13:00 - 14:00
Ministry Personnel are warmly invited to attend any or all gatherings.
Today, preparation for Holy Week, including communion.
Join Zoom Meeting
https://united-church.zoom.us/j/98143768957?pwd=[REDACTED]

Ministry Personnel Gatherings
2021-03-23 13:00 - 14:00
Ministry Personnel are warmly invited to attend any or all gatherings.
Today, we will have a conversation with folks from the Centre from Christian Studies.
Join Zoom Meeting
https://united-church.zoom.us/j/98143768957?pwd=[REDACTED]

Online Spring Silent Auction
2021-03-19 05:00 - 2021-03-28 23:00 | Online Event
Heritage United Church in Regina is hosting a Spring Online Silent Auction on March 19th – 28th
To see the items, click here (www.32auctions.com/HeritageUnitedChurch)
There are over 50 items to bid on, including our famous chocolate Heritage Hearts! Great gift ideas!
10% of the proceeds are being donated to the Regina Anti-Poverty Ministry
Please share this poster widely and check it out!

Care for the Pastoral, Prophetic and Priestly Self in a Pandemic
2021-03-17 09:30 - 15:30
Ministry Personnel Lenten Retreat
Cost: $25
Draft Agenda:
9:30am – Gathering
9:45am – Self Care: Reframing it for Reclaiming It with Diane Strickland
11:30am – Break
1:30pm – Learning Together Options
3:00pm – Closing worship
3:30pm – Ending
For Learning Together Options, please see the poster: https://livingskiesrc.ca/care-for-the-pastoral-prophetic-and-priestly-self-in-a-pandemic/
To Register: https://form.jotform.com/210427209973255
Registration will include discounted resources. A prepared worship service for use March 21 and will also be provided.
Co-Hosted by:
Committee on Ministry Personnel Support (Living Skies) and St. Andrew’s College

Bill C-15: Step forward or step back?
2021-03-16 18:00 - 20:00 | Zoom
Bill C-15: Step Forward or Step Back? Tuesday March 16 2021, 6:00PM in AB/ SK. Join us for diverse Indigenous perspectives on the federal bill to implement the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples. Speakers: Mary Ellen Turpel-Lafond (Aki-kwe); Sylvia McAdam (Saysewahum); Brenda Gunn; and moderator Maureen Johns (Goes with Eagle Woman).
All welcome!
Organized by KAIROS Prairies North. Register here: The Zoom link will be sent automatically, so please check your spam folder. Click here for the Facebook event.
Click here for the PDF poster
Click here for the JPG poster (photo)

Ministry Personnel Gatherings
2021-03-16 13:00 - 14:00 | Zoom
The Ministry Personnel gathering for today has been CANCELLED due to the retreat.
