Pre-Council

In addition to the almost 400 delegates to The United Church of Canada’s 40th General Council, close to two dozen ecumenical, interfaith, and international guests will be attending the meeting.

For delegates to the United Church’s 40th General Council, Monday afternoon, August 10, will provide a unique opportunity to hear residential school survivors speak to the church.

Commissioners to The United Church of Canada’s 40th General Council in Kelowna, August 9–15, will be invited to experience what it means to become an intercultural church.

In the August 4, 2009, edition of the National Post you can read an op ed written by The United Church of Canada's Moderator, the Right Rev. David Giuliano.

The United Church of Canada is holding its 40th General Council in Kelowna, August 9–15, 2009. The meetings will take place on the campus of the University of British Columbia—Okanagan.

The United Church has responded to concerns raised by the Canadian Jewish Congress regarding four proposals on the Middle East coming before the 40th General Council.

The GC40 Agenda and Planning Committee is suggesting practical ways of reducing the environmental impact of General Council.

Young Teens in Council will provide a unique opportunity for young teens, ages 12–14, to explore and “give shape” to important issues.