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The 2026 Regional Council Meeting will be held on May 28-31, 2026, at Selkirk United Church (202 McLean Ave, Selkirk, MB). This will be a hybrid meeting (in-person and online). We are delighted to welcome Right Rev Kimberly Heath, Moderator of the United Church!...
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. PIE for Pride guide PIE is Public, Intentional, and Explicit: the...
Did you know that running our Regional Council and accepting requests from our ecumenical and secular partners takes 100 volunteers, give or take? Prairie to Pine is heading into our Regional meeting in Selkirk. At regional meetings, terms for positions come to an...
Everyone deserves to live with dignity. Across the country, people are struggling to afford basic necessities. That’s why the United Church is calling on the federal government to create a Guaranteed Livable Income program. It’s a practical, compassionate solution...
The following is a story by Bradley, one of the campers at our 2025 Neechi Camp, August 17-21, 2025 at Ochekwi Sipi Cree Nation, also known as Fisher River, Manitoba. This was my very first event with YAAY, and going into it, I didn’t really know what to expect. I’m a...
A time of listening at the Canadian Museum for Human Rights- and a movement you can join By Loraine MacKenzie Shepherd Our communities are becoming increasingly polarized. Strongly-held opinions are backed by algorithms, confirming the truth of our position and...
Regina Native Outreach Ministry (RNOM) is preparing three Minute for Reconciliation segments to help bring awareness to Red Dress Day (May 5), Bear Witness Day (May 10), and the Moose Hide Campaign (May 14). The Minute for Reconciliation Red Dress Script can be used...
Did you know that there are two active United Church summer camps in our region? Rock Lake United Church Camp is located in southern Manitoba and Wellman Lake United Church Camp is further north in Duck Mountain Provincial Park. Both are beautiful wooded lake...
From February 20 to 22, at Harrow United Church, 39 regional youth gathered for a memorable retreat with the theme “Knowing Our Neighbors: Many Religions, One Community.” The weekend was filled with learning, new experiences, meaningful conversations, and plenty of...
Welcome, Rev. Sarah Giles! Sarah has jumped in to help communities of faith with their stewardship needs while Vicki Nelson is on leave. Sarah is the navigator for all aspects of community of faith stewardship, including annual giving programs, year-round stewardship,...
(Prairie to Pine Regional Council would like to share this post from Northern Spirit Regional Council. Please share widely.) With the rest of the country, we continue to reel in the wake of the tragic shooting in Tumbler Ridge, B.C.. We feel the reverberations of...
Explore summer youth job opportunities that help you gain real experience and grow your skills in a supportive and welcoming environment! The programs give young people the chance to earn income while learning valuable workplace habits that will help in future...
On November 15 the United Church community gathered for Sharing Across Cultures. The event celebrated diversity, learning and connection. About 40 People came together to honor many cultures and share in meaningful experiences. Those who attended describe a space...
As the holiday season approaches, our community is gearing up for a series of exciting youth and young adult events designed to celebrate the spirit of the season. From festive gatherings to skill-building workshops, this year’s lineup offers something for everyone....
September 30, and the preceding Sunday are important times for renewing our collective commitment to truth-telling and steps towards reconcili-action. Below are some resources to support your important work. Please read and share the summary from the national...