Thursday, February 20, 2020

United Action for Justice: Support for Wet’suwet’en

United Action for Justice focuses on the justice work of the United Church. UAJ shares worship and education resources, news from church ministries, networks, and partners, and opportunities for taking action locally and globally.

Right to Free, Prior, and Informed Consent

Support for Wet’suwet’en

[Photo Credit: The Canadian Press/Jason Franson]

The National Indigenous Elders Council and Moderator Richard Bott have written a joint letter in support of Wet’suwet’en.

The United Church of Canada is committed to the UN Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples, which holds that Indigenous Peoples have the right to free, prior, and informed consent before any development occurs on their territory. Our prayerful and active support for all involved in finding the way forward is our ultimate intent.

Learn how your faith community can encourage the Canadian government to embody the UN Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples in their relationships with Indigenous Peoples.

Coronavirus Update

United Church Response

[Photo credit: Amity Foundation ]

Amid increasing concerns for those affected by the coronavirus (COVID-19), The United Church of Canada has contributed toward the growing ecumenical response to the emergency through Mission & Service partner Amity Foundation in China.

Read more about Amity Foundation's efforts to help those affected by the outbreak.

Faith and Politics

United Church Youth for Peace on the Hill

[Photo credit: United Church of Canada]

A United Church delegation of young adults is in Ottawa this week leading advocacy efforts, calling for policy reform, and making their voices heard by politicians on Parliament Hill!

The delegates met with MP Peter Julian (pictured above, in the middle) to discuss child rights. You can find updates from their trip on Facebook and Twitter.