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The newsfeed below includes Regional Council news about the COVID-19 pandemic, and some national updates. We’re also holding weekly check ins for both lay leaders and ministry personnel. Please see our calendar for details. For all resources on “re-opening”, please click here.
Coronavirus scams and gathering congregants’ contact info safely
Many communities of faith are gathering data from members and adherents to facilitate connections for worship, pastoral care, stewardship requests or governance matters. Please think through your...
Prayer for a time of pandemic
A prayer of gratitude and intercession in a time of pandemic (Credit: many writers and inspirations. Shared by Earl Reaburn, Northern Spirit pastoral relations minister, during our regional checks...
Pastoral letter on COVID-19
PDF version of this letter Greetings to Communities of Faith and Ministry Personnel in Living Skies, Northern Spirit, and Prairie to Pine Regional Councils, We are writing at this time to say thank...
Regional Council statement on COVID-19 coronavirus
PDF version of this statement. Dear Friends in Christ, Emergency situations are a potential reality for all communities. Taking the time to plan how we would respond to the day-to-day needs of our...
