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Thursday, August 23, 2018

Weekly Wire for August 22, 2018

Canada West Mission

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Upcoming Events at a Glance

2018   

Aug 31-Sept 2 Canada West Mission Conference – Regina, Saskatchewan

Sept 28-30 Men’s Retreat Hills of Peace

Sep 28-30 Women's Retreat Chilliwack

October 26-28 Nurturing Silence Retreat Samish Island

2019

January 25-27 Men’s Retreat BC

*dates subject to change, always check online or here for the most up to date information.

All camping dates are included at the bottom of this Weekly Wire and on the CWM website.

Canada West Mission Website  www.communityofchrist.ca/cwm

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This Week…in the Weekly Wire!          

Register NOW for Mission Conference in Regina

Delegates for World Conference 

World Conference Registration Fee Assistance

New Canada West Mission Centre Recorder Appointed

Ministry with Latter-day Seekers eLearning Class

Tune in to Mission Conference all weekend

For Sale 

Conversation Starters for youth

Community of Christ App

Shopping on Amazon.ca

Links to our Worldwide Ministries website

We want you to ‘like’ our CWM Facebook Page

2018 Camping and Retreat Dates 

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‘Conversation Starters with Youth’   

If you could play any sport and be great, what would you want to do?

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Go ahead, start a conversation today!

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New Canada West Mission Centre Recorder Appointed

Linda Klughart

Linda Klughart, of the Prince Albert Community of Christ, has accepted the appointment of Canada West Mission Centre Recorder. She comes to the position with many years of congregational experience as a Pastor plus professional experience that includes expertise with computers and software and data management.

We are still working on some training on the church’s data-base system (“Shelby”), so please do not inundate Linda with your backlog of Recorder-type requests just yet! We are hoping that Linda will be up and running at full capacity by mid-September. Watch for another announcement about forwarding information at that time. Linda may also be in touch with congregational Recorders between now and then to check on priorities for data entry that may have built up over the past few months.

If you have a question that just cannot wait, Linda may be contacted by email at: lylak@sasktel.net  Please “copy” any messages or requests to Mission Centre President Steve Thompson for his awareness until notified otherwise.

A note of appreciation: Canada West Mission Centre members will be aware that our previous Mission Centre Recorder, Sandy Woynarski, passed away in January of this year. Sandy is the only Recorder that Canada West has ever had, serving in the role since it was formed in 2004. Canada West Mission extends its sincere appreciation to Sandy’s husband, Stan, for her dedicated service in this role and for Stan’s assistance to Sandy when required. She did a great job, often invisibly and without recognition. Thank you, Stan, and our continued condolences on Sandy’s passing.

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For Sale

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For Sale:  10 unopened copies of the Breathe New Life adult text - $15 each or all 10 for $100.00. Contact Lisa Neudorf (lisa@communityofchrist).

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World Conference April 6-13, 2019

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2019 World Conference Delegate Registration Fees
to be Reimbursed by Mission Centre!

This is for the information of any member considering being a delegate from the Canada West Centre to the 2019 World Conference, scheduled for April 6 to 13, 2019.

This will be a special conference. Besides the usual business of the church, there will be special celebrations in honour of the 25th anniversary of the dedication of the Community of Christ Temple in Independence, Missouri.

The Canada West Mission Centre will once again assist delegates with the registration fee for the conference. We do not know for sure what that fee will be. In 2016 it was $140 in US funds, which converted to an average of about $190 Canadian at that time.

Undertaking the responsibility of being a delegate to World Conference includes a significant financial commitment. Although a small portion of total expenses, the Canada West Mission Centre is pleased to be able to provide this assistance.

Please consider your availability to serve as a World Conference Delegate. Any baptized member in good standing is eligible. There is no age requirement and no priesthood requirement. Advise Debra Donohue debra@communityofchrist.ca of your interest as soon as possible, and certainly in advance of the Mission Conference scheduled for September 1 in Regina. Delegates will be elected at the Business Meeting of that conference.

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We have 3 extra hotel rooms…

…that we will not need for Mission Conference.  If you want one or more of these rooms, please contact debra@communityofchrist.ca  I will be releasing these rooms on Sunday evening.

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Canada West Mission Conference in Regina

Please register today if you plan to attend.

Our cooks need numbers today. 


‘Peace is Possible’

2018 Canada West Mission Conference

August 31 – September 2

            Regina, Saskatchewan            

Registration is Open! (hint hint)

Guest Ministers President Steve Veazey

and Apostle Art Smith

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  Class sessions with Steve Thompson,

Dar Shepherdson and Ken Barrows,

Parker Johnson and John Hamer,

and Rod Downing.

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Tune in to Mission Conference – ALL Weekend!

  All of these class sessions will be live streamed as well as the Welcome on Friday night and the Communion Service on Sunday.Class descriptions

Mission Conference Schedule

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Ministry with Latter-day Seekers eLearning Class

A new pilot class will open for registration September 1, 2018 (limited to first 25):

· Ministry with Latter-day Seekers  (Temple School DS200)

o Starts September 29 - ends October 26 (4-weeks)

This eLearning class is designed to introduce Community of Christ priesthood, disciples, and congregations to ministry with Latter-day Seekers. Participants will explore Mormon culture, deepen pastoral sensitivity toward Latter-day Seekers, identify and process personal or denominational bias, and learn to effectively articulate Community of Christ identity,mission, message, and beliefs. An experienced Latter-day Seeker minister will guide participants through readings, videos, dialogue, reflections and quizzes. Students may access each week's class 24-hours a day, 6-days a week (minus one day for grading) providing flexibility in class schedules.

To register (after Sept. 1):

· Visit the site http://developmetrics.org and click on the "Canada Registration Form."

· Pay $7.50 registration fee via mailed cheque or e-transfer to steve@communityofchrist.ca 

· Students will receive log-in information via email.

· Students completing these classes receive Temple School "Directed Studies" credit

Be looking for upcoming classes on the websitehttp://developmetrics.org or by emailing idlloyd23@gmail.com.

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Nurturing Silence Retreat Samish Island

Registration is Open!

October 26-28, 2018

With Vickie MacArthur & Laurie Gordon

“Silence is not the absence of something, but the presence of everything.” Gordon Hempton

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Dive beneath the surface of your life……. and discover the hidden gifts of Silence.

This weekend retreat weaves together spiritual practices that nurture Silence in both solitude and community, with time for personal reflection and rest.

Begins 5:30pm Friday with Supper. Ends Sunday at noon.

Questions: Contact Debra@communityofchrist.ca

Register Today

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Edith Reynard will be confirmed on September 9th at the Ribstone Congregation.

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Please join us if you’re able.

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Canada West new registration system is open for: 

Mission Conference August 31-September 2

Nurturing Silence Retreat October 26-28

Register for Individual/Family events (group account)  

Register for youth camps

If you have registered online and did not receive a confirmation e-mail OR if you need assistance with the new registration system,

please contact Lisa Neudorf 1-877-411-2632, ext 5.

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Here is the  link for “Community of Christ and Amazon.ca ” to make purchases and have up to 8.5% returned to the Canadian church.

Learn how it works here Community of Christ Amazon video

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 CWM Facebook Page!

Go to our facebook page to see what’s going on in the CWM

and be sure to ‘like’ us.

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Community of Christ website links

Community of Christ Upcoming Events: Visit the Community of Christ Calendar to see upcoming events, links to Daily Prayer for Peace, and Worship Resources.
Community of Christ Current Announcements: See the most current announcements on Community of Christ homepage or on the Announcements page .
Community of Christ Mission Stories:  Mission Stories

The next link is to a great video produced by the Community of Christ that everyone should see.

Community of Christ, What We Offer You Video

To those seeking a spiritual home, Community of Christ is a welcoming, loving, worldwide faith community that values the worth of every person as a child of God, and provides a safe space for you to explore and deepen your relationship with Jesus Christ and each other.

In Community of Christ, you will receive love and support as you discover renewed purpose for your life through compassionate, Christ-like service that ends suffering and fosters justice and peace.

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Canada West Camping and Event Calendar

2018

Aug 31-Sept 2 Canada West Mission Conference – Regina Saskatchewan

Sept 28-30 Men’s Retreat Hills of Peace

Sep 28-30 Women's Retreat Chilliwack

October 26-28 Nurturing Silence Retreat Samish Island

2019

January 25-27 Men’s Retreat BC

Dates are subject to change, please register early to avoid cancellation of your event.

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Quote of the Week

Happiness is meeting an old friend after a long time,

and feeling that nothing has changed.

                                

     

Wednesday, August 15, 2018

Weekly Wire for August 15,2018

Canada West Mission

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Upcoming Events at a Glance

2018   

Aug 31-Sept 2 Canada West Mission Conference – Regina, Saskatchewan

Sept 28-30 Men’s Retreat Hills of Peace

Sep 28-30 Women's Retreat Chilliwack

October 26-28 Nurturing Silence Retreat Samish Island

2019

January 25-27 Men’s Retreat BC

*dates subject to change, always check online or here for the most up to date information.

All camping dates are included at the bottom of this Weekly Wire and on the CWM website.

Canada West Mission Website  www.communityofchrist.ca/cwm

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This Week…in the Weekly Wire!          

Register NOW for Mission Conference in Regina

Delegates for Mission Conference and World Conference 

World Conference Registration Fees

eLearning Temple School Classes – New!

For Sale

Memorial Services for Ruby Ward

Spiritual Conversation Starter for youth

Community of Christ App

Shopping on Amazon.ca

Links to our Worldwide Ministries website

We want you to ‘like’ our CWM Facebook Page

2018 Camping and Retreat Dates 

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‘Conversation Starters with Youth’   

If you could travel anywhere in the world, where would you go?

Image result for pictures of teenagers walking away

Go ahead, start a conversation today!

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Memorial Services for Ruby Ward

There will be a celebration of life memorial service for Ruby Ward at Saskatoon Community of Christ on Saturday, Aug 18 at 11:00 am.  Please join her family for refreshments at the church following the service.  

For the church family and friends in Alberta, there will be a celebration of life memorial service for Ruby Ward. The service will be held at Edmonton Community of Christ in Edmonton at 2:00 pm on Sunday afternoon, Aug 19. Please join her family for refreshments at the church following the service. 

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For Sale

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For Sale:  10 unopened copies of the Breathe New Life adult text - $15 each or all 10 for $100.00. Contact Lisa Neudorf (lisa@communityofchrist).

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World Conference April 6-13, 2019

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2019 World Conference Delegate Registration Fees
to be Reimbursed by Mission Centre!

This is for the information of any member considering being a delegate from the Canada West Centre to the 2019 World Conference, scheduled for April 6 to 13, 2019.

This will be a special conference. Besides the usual business of the church, there will be special celebrations in honour of the 25th anniversary of the dedication of the Community of Christ Temple in Independence, Missouri.

The Canada West Mission Centre will once again assist delegates with the registration fee for the conference. We do not know for sure what that fee will be. In 2016 it was $140 in US funds, which converted to an average of about $190 Canadian at that time.

Undertaking the responsibility of being a delegate to World Conference includes a significant financial commitment. Although a small portion of total expenses, the Canada West Mission Centre is pleased to be able to provide this assistance.

Please consider your availability to serve as a World Conference Delegate. Any baptized member in good standing is eligible. There is no age requirement and no priesthood requirement. Advise Debra Donohue debra@communityofchrist.ca of your interest as soon as possible, and certainly in advance of the Mission Conference scheduled for September 1 in Regina. Delegates will be elected at the Business Meeting of that conference.

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Canada West Mission Conference in Regina

Please register today if you plan to attend.

Our cooks need numbers asap. 


‘Peace is Possible’

2018 Canada West Mission Conference

August 31 – September 2

            Regina, Saskatchewan            

Registration is Open! (hint hint)

Guest Ministers President Steve Veazey

and Apostle Art Smith

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  Class sessions with Steve Thompson,

Dar Shepherdson and Ken Barrows,

Parker Johnson and John Hamer,

and Rod Downing.

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Mission Conference Schedule

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Canada West Mission Conference in Regina

to have an “E” Component

Tune in to Mission Conference – ALL Weekend!

Most of the activities of the Canada West Mission Conference will be available by webcast from the opening on Friday evening, August 31, through to the closing service on Sunday evening, September 2.

The Pre-Legislative Session and the Business Meeting at Mission Conference will be made available for two-way participation, just as our e-Conference was in February. All delegates, Pastors, and congregational tech persons will receive more information about this as it is available.

All other sessions will be made available on the web. The exact format is yet to be determined. Watch this space for confirmation no later than the last Sunday of August.

We hope that the Sunday morning communion service (September 2) will be of interest to all members and congregations across the mission centre. If appropriate, congregations are encouraged to use that service as their Sunday morning worship that day. Two important details: 1. The service will begin at 10:30 a.m., Mountain Daylight Time (11:30 in Manitoba; 9:30 in British Columbia). 2. Please have communion emblems prepared in your location and please have a local priest or elder available to read the communion prayers locally and to serve those present. Community of Christ President Stephen Veazey will be bringing the ministry of the spoken word for this service.

Contact Steve Thompson with any questions or concerns. Thank you!
(steve@communityofchrist.ca; cell: 780-904-4389)

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Nurturing Silence Retreat Samish Island

Registration is Open!

October 26-28, 2018

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Edith Reynard will be confirmed on September 9th at the Ribstone Congregation.

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Please join us if you’re able.

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Canada West new registration system is open for: 

Mission Conference August 31-September 2

Nurturing Silence Retreat October 26-28

Nurturing Silence Retreat October 26-28 (registration opens August 3rd)

Register for Individual/Family events (group account)  

Register for youth camps

If you have registered online and did not receive a confirmation e-mail OR if you need assistance with the new registration system,

please contact Lisa Neudorf 1-877-411-2632, ext 5.

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E-Learning Temple School Classes 

Registration is open 

Two elearning Temple School Ministry and Priesthood classes will open for registration August 1 (limited space):

Introduction to Scripture - Temple School SS400 

Starts September 8 - ends November 2 (extra time provided during Thanksgiving in Canada)

Ministry of the Disciple - Temple School MP301 

Starts September 8 - ends November 2 (extra time provided during Thanksgiving in Canada)

These elearning classes last 8-weeks during which students proceed together through readings, videos, and quizzes. Students may access each week's class 24-hours a day, 6-days a week (minus one day for grading) providing flexibility in class schedules.

To register: 

Visit the site http://developmetrics.org and click on the "Canada Registration Form."

Pay registration fee via cheque mailed to your Mission Centre

$7.50 for class without PDF of book (book not required - all content is in the online class)

$20.00 for class with PDF of book (purchase book if you want content when class is over) 

You will receive log-in information via email after registering.

Students completing Temple School classes receive Temple School credit.

Look for information on registration for the classes "Ministry of the Deacon" and "Ministry of the Teacher" coming this winter. For more information, visit the websitehttp://developmetrics.org.                          

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Have the Daily Bread delivered to your inbox each day!

Sign up here and also check out other great subscription options.

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Submit a Story

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Send in your story and be an inspiration to others.

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Here is the  link for “Community of Christ and Amazon.ca ” to make purchases and have up to 8.5% returned to the Canadian church.

Learn how it works here Community of Christ Amazon video

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 CWM Facebook Page!

Go to our facebook page to see what’s going on in the CWM

and be sure to ‘like’ us.

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Community of Christ website links

Community of Christ Upcoming Events: Visit the Community of Christ Calendar to see upcoming events, links to Daily Prayer for Peace, and Worship Resources.
Community of Christ Current Announcements: See the most current announcements on Community of Christ homepage or on the Announcements page .
Community of Christ Mission Stories:  Mission Stories

The next link is to a great video produced by the Community of Christ that everyone should see.

Community of Christ, What We Offer You Video

To those seeking a spiritual home, Community of Christ is a welcoming, loving, worldwide faith community that values the worth of every person as a child of God, and provides a safe space for you to explore and deepen your relationship with Jesus Christ and each other.

In Community of Christ, you will receive love and support as you discover renewed purpose for your life through compassionate, Christ-like service that ends suffering and fosters justice and peace.

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Canada West Camping and Event Calendar

2018

Aug 31-Sept 2 Canada West Mission Conference – Regina Saskatchewan

Sept 28-30 Men’s Retreat Hills of Peace

Sep 28-30 Women's Retreat Chilliwack

October 26-28 Nurturing Silence Retreat Samish Island

Dates are subject to change, please register early to avoid cancellation of your event.

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Quote of the Week

Only in the darkness

Can you see the stars

~Martin Luther King Jr.~

                            

     

Wednesday, August 8, 2018

Weekly Wire for August 8, 2018

Canada West Mission

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Upcoming Events at a Glance

2018

August 5-11 Camp Kimtah (15-18 yrs) Samish Island – cancelled

August 10-12 Nurturing Spirit Retreat HOP – cancelled

  August 12-16 Camp Genesis/Mungai (8-11 yrs) Samish Island

Aug 31-Sept 2 Canada West Mission Conference – Regina, Saskatchewan

Sept 28-30 Men’s Retreat Hills of Peace

Sep 28-30 Women's Retreat Chilliwack

October 26-28 Nurturing Silence Retreat Samish Island

*dates subject to change, always check online or here for the most up to date information.

All camping dates are included at the bottom of this Weekly Wire and on the CWM website.

Canada West Mission Website  www.communityofchrist.ca/cwm

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This Week…in the Weekly Wire!          

Registration NOW for Mission Conference in Regina

Delegates for Mission Conference and World Conference 

World Conference Registration Fees

IYF and SPEC photos

eLearning Temple School Classes – New! 

Spiritual Conversation Starter for youth

Community of Christ App

Shopping on Amazon.ca

Links to our Worldwide Ministries website

We want you to ‘like’ our CWM Facebook Page

2018 Camping and Retreat Dates 

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Nurturing Spirit Retreat Hills of Peace

has been cancelled

Be sure to register early next time! 

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Nurturing Silence Retreat Samish Island

Registration is Open!

October 26-28, 2018

Nurturing Silence Registration

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Edith Reynard will be confirmed on September 9th at the Ribstone Congregation.

Ribstone Church

Please join us if you’re able.

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International Youth Forum 2018

BC travelling with Northwest Delegation

see more photos on the Canada West Facebook page

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4am at SeaTac airport

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Dinner with the Canada delegation and Apostle Art Smith

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Campfire on the Plaza

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Fun and games with Northwest and the Eurotribe

Canada Delegation

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BC with Northwest Delegation

see more photos on the Canada West Facebook page and Northwest Spec facebook pages

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Agape Dave leading Rap and Dance

Canada Delegation

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‘Conversation Starters with Youth’   

What is your ‘pie in the sky’ ultimate dream?

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Go ahead, start a conversation today!

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World Conference April 6-13, 2019

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2019 World Conference Delegate Registration Fees
to be Reimbursed by Mission Centre!

This is for the information of any member considering being a delegate from the Canada West Centre to the 2019 World Conference, scheduled for April 6 to 13, 2019.

This will be a special conference. Besides the usual business of the church, there will be special celebrations in honour of the 25th anniversary of the dedication of the Community of Christ Temple in Independence, Missouri.

The Canada West Mission Centre will once again assist delegates with the registration fee for the conference. We do not know for sure what that fee will be. In 2016 it was $140 in US funds, which converted to an average of about $190 Canadian at that time.

Undertaking the responsibility of being a delegate to World Conference includes a significant financial commitment. Although a small portion of total expenses, the Canada West Mission Centre is pleased to be able to provide this assistance.

Please consider your availability to serve as a World Conference Delegate. Any baptized member in good standing is eligible. There is no age requirement and no priesthood requirement. Advise Debra Donohue debra@communityofchrist.ca of your interest as soon as possible, and certainly in advance of the Mission Conference scheduled for September 1 in Regina. Delegates will be elected at the Business Meeting of that conference.

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Canada West Mission Conference in Regina

Please register today if you plan to attend.

Our cooks need numbers asap. 

At this point we have no children registered.  If none are registered by August 15th, we will be unable to offer children’s classes.


‘Peace is Possible’

2018 Canada West Mission Conference

August 31 – September 2

            Regina, Saskatchewan            

Registration is Open! (hint hint)

Please register by August 15th

Guest Ministers President Steve Veazey

and Apostle Art Smith

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  Class sessions with Steve Thompson,

Dar Shepherdson and Ken Barrows,

Parker Johnson and John Hamer,

and Rod Downing.

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Mission Conference Schedule

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Canada West Mission Conference in Regina

to have an “E” Component

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As your congregation considers electing delegates for the upcoming Canada West Mission Conference in Regina, keep this in mind: Electronic participation in the conference will be enabled, just as it was for the Electronic Mission Conference in February of this year.

This means that if members would like to be delegates, but do not expect to be able to attend the conference, they will be able to fully participate in the business meeting. Details are yet to be worked out. It is expected that the participation sites will be restricted to a congregation’s building, as it was for the February E-Conference. This will be the first choice because all of the systems at congregational sites are known to work. If a congregation has one or two delegates who wish to participate from an alternate site, they will need to contact Steve Thompson steve@communityofchrist.ca to discuss that possibility. That option may or may not be able to be supported depending on technical details.

Also: Mission Conference “WebCasts”

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In addition to the two-way business meeting participation arrangements, it is hoped that we will be able to provide an online video feed of various components of the Mission Conference Weekend. Details are yet to be worked out and finalized, but sessions to be offered will likely include the business meeting on Saturday morning, the Sunday morning worship service, and possibly selected other sessions. Watch for the program. If you will not be in Regina for the conference but would really like to see and hear one or more specific sessions on your computer, let us know! Contact Debra Donohue at debra@communityofchrist.ca. A schedule of sessions to be webcast will be publicized no later than mid-August.

Delegates for World Conference April 2019

If you would like to be a delegate at World Conference, please submit your name to Debra Donohue debra@communityofchrist.ca  by August 1, 2018

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Steve Thompson, CWM President and CFO

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Canada West new registration system is open for: 

Mission Conference August 31-September 2

Nurturing Silence Retreat October 26-28

Nurturing Silence Retreat October 26-28 (registration opens August 3rd)

Register for Individual/Family events (group account)  

Register for youth camps

If you have registered online and did not receive a confirmation e-mail OR if you need assistance with the new registration system,

please contact Lisa Neudorf 1-877-411-2632, ext 5.

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E-Learning Temple School Classes 

Registration is open 

Two elearning Temple School Ministry and Priesthood classes will open for registration August 1 (limited space):

Introduction to Scripture - Temple School SS400 

Starts September 8 - ends November 2 (extra time provided during Thanksgiving in Canada)

Ministry of the Disciple - Temple School MP301 

Starts September 8 - ends November 2 (extra time provided during Thanksgiving in Canada)

These elearning classes last 8-weeks during which students proceed together through readings, videos, and quizzes. Students may access each week's class 24-hours a day, 6-days a week (minus one day for grading) providing flexibility in class schedules.

To register: 

Visit the site http://developmetrics.org and click on the "Canada Registration Form."

Pay registration fee via cheque mailed to your Mission Centre

$7.50 for class without PDF of book (book not required - all content is in the online class)

$20.00 for class with PDF of book (purchase book if you want content when class is over) 

You will receive log-in information via email after registering.

Students completing Temple School classes receive Temple School credit.

Look for information on registration for the classes "Ministry of the Deacon" and "Ministry of the Teacher" coming this winter. For more information, visit the websitehttp://developmetrics.org.                          

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Daily Bread Blog

Daily Bread Blog

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Sign up here and also check out other great subscription options.

Subscribe

Submit a Story

Have you been inspired by one of the Daily Bread stories?

Send in your story and be an inspiration to others.

~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

Image result for Amazon.ca logo

Here is the  link for “Community of Christ and Amazon.ca ” to make purchases and have up to 8.5% returned to the Canadian church.

Learn how it works here Community of Christ Amazon video

~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

 CWM Facebook Page!

Go to our facebook page to see what’s going on in the CWM

and be sure to ‘like’ us.

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Community of Christ website links

Community of Christ Upcoming Events: Visit the Community of Christ Calendar to see upcoming events, links to Daily Prayer for Peace, and Worship Resources.
Community of Christ Current Announcements: See the most current announcements on Community of Christ homepage or on the Announcements page .
Community of Christ Mission Stories:  Mission Stories

The next link is to a great video produced by the Community of Christ that everyone should see.

Community of Christ, What We Offer You Video

To those seeking a spiritual home, Community of Christ is a welcoming, loving, worldwide faith community that values the worth of every person as a child of God, and provides a safe space for you to explore and deepen your relationship with Jesus Christ and each other.

In Community of Christ, you will receive love and support as you discover renewed purpose for your life through compassionate, Christ-like service that ends suffering and fosters justice and peace.

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Canada West Camping and Event Calendar

2018

August 5-11 Camp Kimtah (15-18 yrs) Samish Island – cancelled

August 10-12 Nurturing Spirit Retreat Hills of Peace – cancelled

August 12-16 Camp Genesis/Mungai (8-11 yrs) Samish Island

Aug 31-Sept 2 Canada West Mission Conference – Regina Saskatchewan

Sept 28-30 Men’s Retreat Hills of Peace

Sep 28-30 Women's Retreat Chilliwack

October 26-28 Nurturing Silence Retreat Samish Island

Dates are subject to change, please register early to avoid cancellation of your event.

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