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Living Skies Regional Council news

YAYAC Spring Retreat 2026

YAYAC Spring Retreat 2026

    If you are a grade 7 to 12 youth, we welcome you to join us at Calvary United Church in Prince Albert from April 24-26. Make friends with other youth from across the United Church’s...

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Prayer – Death Came Violently

Prayer – Death Came Violently

Printable PDF February 13, 2026 God, This week, in Canada, death came violently in Tumbler Ridge, BC and death came violently in Kitigan Zibi Anishinābeg, QC. Your children are grieving. Your...

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Ash Wednesday and Lent with Kids and Families

Ash Wednesday and Lent with Kids and Families

Often we think of services during Lent and Holy Week as “too somber” for our youngest church members, but this is far from the case! If done appropriately, Ash Wednesday is the perfect opportunity...

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Sabbatical Announcement

Sabbatical Announcement

Shannon McCarthy, Executive Minister for  Living Skies, Northern Spirit and Prairie to Pine Regional Councils, is pleased to share she will be taking a sabbatical from December 1, 2025 to March 2,...

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Getting ready for Pride!

June and summer are Pride festival months, and your community of faith’s support makes a positive difference. Have a look at these new resources, created with the help of people in our Regional Council.
https://livingskiesrc.ca/affirming-pride-resources/A double rainbow over a still lake.

United Church News

On Saturday, August 15, join us for a meaningful day of reflection, community, and renewal to honor this milestone and look toward the future. Read More

On September 23, United Church communities of faith are invited to raise their voices in solidarity with Grassy Narrows First Nation, who have been devastated by mercury poisoning for six decades Read More

On this Emancipation Day, may we recommit ourselves to confronting anti-Black racism, addressing historic injustices, and building a church where all people experience belonging, dignity, and hope. Read More

The National Indigenous Spiritual Gathering 2026 concluded with the affirmation of the National Indigenous Council, the ordination of Rev. Brian George, and renewed hope for the future of the… continue reading Read More

A sacred fire opened the National Indigenous Spiritual Gathering, bringing together the Indigenous Church for ceremony, learning, and community-building until July 19. Read More