Prairie to Pine Regional Council

Sing Out Proud Prep for Affirming PIE Day!
2025-02-05 19:00 - 20:30 (America/Winnipeg) | Zoom
Prep for PIE Day! Wednesday 5 February 2025 at 7:00-8:30PM CST on Zoom.
All Affirming, in-process, and exploring ministries welcome, and all individuals too. Hosted by the Prairie to Pine Equity and Diversity Committee, we’ll explore our plans for the nation-wide Affirming PIE Day on Friday March 14. This year’s theme is Sing Out Proud, so come with your creative and in-harmony ideas to share or your questions to ask. Have a look at www.pieday.ca for all the new materials.
Please share the link for this event, but don’t post the Zoom info on your site or social media.
https://united-church.zoom.us/j/83439529462?pwd=[REDACTED] |
Meeting ID: 834 3952 9462 Password: [REDACTED] 1 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free

Prep for PIE Day!
2025-02-05 19:00 - 20:30 | Zoom
Prep for PIE Day! Wednesday 5 February 2025 at 7:00-8:30 PM CST on Zoom.
All Affirming, in-process, and exploring ministries welcome, and all individuals too. Hosted by the Prairie to Pine Equity and Diversity Committee, we’ll explore our plans for the nationwide Affirming PIE Day on Friday, March 14. This year’s theme is Sing Out Proud, so come with your creative and in-harmony ideas to share or your questions to ask. Have a look at www.pieday.ca for all the new materials.
https://united-church.zoom.us/j/83439529462?pwd=[REDACTED] |
Meeting ID: 834 3952 9462 Password: [REDACTED] 1 855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free

Feb 13 Webinar: Coffee with Franklyn James
2025-02-13 10:00 - 10:30 | Zoom, Canada
We’re thrilled to invite you to another instalment in our “Coffee With” webinar series, Coffee With: Franklyn James!
Rev. Franklyn James is a theologian, poet, educator, and passionate advocate for social justice. Originally from Kingston, Jamaica, he now serves as the minister at West River United Church in Cornwall, Prince Edward Island. With extensive experience as an author and educator, Franklyn has devoted his career to fostering holistic growth and empowerment. He also sits on our Scholarship Committee and chairs the Black Clergy Network.
In this webinar, we’ll catch up with Rev. Franklyn! Don’t miss the opportunity to learn more about his impactful work and his efforts to inspire and uplift through his writing and ministry, exploring themes of faith, community, justice, and resilience.
Register here: https://unitedchurchfoundation.ca/upcoming-webinar-coffee-with-franklyn-james/

Zeebu 2025 Regional Youth Retreat in Selkirk, MB
2025-02-15 18:30 - 2025-02-17 13:00 | Selkirk United Church, 202 McLean Avenue, Selkirk, Manitoba, R1A 0T6, Canada
If you are a grade 7 to 12 youth, we welcome you to register for the upcoming region-wide youth retreat, being held at Selkirk United Church in Selkirk, MB, Saturday, Feb 15th to holiday Monday, Feb 17th.
Make friends with other youth from across the United Church’s Prairie to Pine Region while exploring a theme through Worship, Song, and Inter-active Theme Times. The theme is “Biblical Allyship – A Work in Progress.” We will explore what that means and how we can be part of that work. The retreat wouldn’t be complete without social time — dancing, games, chatting over meals (and canteen treats)! …and then rolling out your sleeping bag on a church floor to dream sweet dreams surrounded by new and old friends resting up for another busy exciting day!
The retreat is planned by young people for young people.
Invite your friends, neighbours, cousins (the ones you see often and the ones you would like to see more often!)
Haven’t been to a retreat before? – See: Retreat description for potential participants.
To allow all to attend, no matter their family’s financial status, the fee is suggested on a “pay what you can” scale from full fee of $95 down to $0.

First time registrant full fee stays the same right up until the deadline, to give us time to get the word out to new families – $80

All return retreat-goers:

$5 off early bird fee if registered by January 9th -$80
Early bird fee if registered by January 23rd – $85
Registration deadline: Feb 4th – $95

REGISTER HERE
We are also looking for leaders age 16+. Interested? Apply here ASAP.

Dinner Theatre Tickets Sale; Pancake Breakfast
2025-02-22 08:15 - 11:30 | Transcona Memorial United Church, 209 Yale Ave W., Winnipeg, Manitoba, R2C 1T9, Canada
Join the TMUC community as the 11th annual Caught In The Act Co. dinner theatre tickets go on sale. The Transcona Council for Seniors will be holding an optional brunch ($10) and bake sale until 11am. Ticket sales will be held from 8:30am-11:30am and doors open at 8:15am.

M&P Training
2025-02-22 08:30 - 12:30
February 22, 2025, on ZOOM from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. – Training for Ministry & Personnel Committees. Please send an email with your contact information and community of faith to Cherry Abad (cabad@united-church.ca) to express interest/register for this event. It is recommended that new members of M & P Committees and those who have not attended a training session in the past three years participate in training. Ministry & Personnel Committees are the ONLY required committee in the governance structures of Pastoral Charges and must be in place for the support and oversight of employees and ministry personnel. Pastoral Charges seeking new Ministry Personnel or a renewal of appointment for existing ministry personnel must demonstrate that at least some of their M & P Committee members have had training in the past three years.

"The Very Groovy Things" Concert at Fort Garry United Church
2025-02-22 15:00 - 17:00 | Fort Garry United Church, 800 Point Rd, Winnipeg, MB, Winnipeg, Manitoba, R3T 3L8, Canada
Fort Garry United Church will host an awesome concert on Saturday February 22, 3:00.
Come hear “The Very Groovy Things” Band!
The Very Groovy Things specialize in pop music from the 60s and 70s.
Tickets are $20 frm the church office or at the door.
Come and groove-out with us!

Open Your Hearts Concert
2025-02-22 19:00 - 21:30 | St. Paul’s United Church, 730 James Avenue, Beausejour, MB, R0E 0C0, Canada
St. Paul’s United Church invites you to attend its annual Open Your Hearts Concert as a fundraiser for a local organization. This year, proceeds from the event will go to the Sandy Saulteaux Spiritual Centre. The concert will feature entertainment from local musicians Tracy Kohne and Jamie Steinhoff, and will include a dessert auction and choice auction. Refreshments are included with admission.

Connection / Prayer/ Communion Zoom Gathering
2025-02-25 13:00 - 15:00, 2025-03-25 13:00 - 15:00, 2025-04-22 13:00 - 15:00 | via Zoom
A Message from Vocational Minister, Laura Fouhse
Ministry Personnel in Northern Spirit, Living Skies, and Prairie to Pine Regional Councils….(including active, retired, honorary associates, and candidates in appointment)
In response to a number of requests (and my own desire) I will be hosting a 1 hour (roughly) connection/prayer/communion Zoom gathering on the 4th Tuesday of each month at 1 pm (CST). We will start next Tuesday (Jan 28).
You are welcome to bring your lunch with you to the gathering (but you may need to share with those who forgot) Also bring communion elements (obviously) and a candle (or whatever helps center you).
Here is the Zoom link. It will be the same link each month,
https://united-church.zoom.us/j/81483053358

Committee on Community of Faith Support
2025-02-27 09:30 - 12:30, 2025-03-27 09:30 - 12:30, 2025-04-24 09:30 - 12:30
The Committee on Community of Faith Support is holding its regular meeting via Zoom every fourth Thursday of the month.

Learning about Children's ages and stages as they pertain to Theology
2025-03-05 18:30 - 20:00 | Online
Wednesday, March 5 at 6:30 p.m. is the first of four webinars in the I am a Changemaker Network. The other three are focused on the anti-racism curriculum for children. This one will be valid for use with that curriculum or any church work with children.
Our speaker is Dave Csinos, who is the Associate Professor of Practical Theology at the Atlantic School of Theology, where he directs the new Diploma in Intergenerational Faith Formation program. The author/editor of several books, he also serves as founder of Faith Forward and research director of Family Faith Every Day.
During his webinar, you’ll hear about the intersections between theology and childhood. We’ll consider how children of different ages make theological meaning, how leaders can spark their theological imaginations, and how different theological conceptions of children impact the formational work of faith communities.
For more details click here.

World Day of Prayer
2025-03-07 02:00 - 16:00 | Little Britain United Church, 5879 Highway 9 - Lockport, MB, MB, R1A 2P7, Canada
You are invited as we celebrate the World Day of Prayer at Little Britain United Church (5879 Hwy. #9
Lockport, MB R1A 2P7) on March 7, 2025 from 2:00 to 4:00 pm.

World Day of Prayer
2025-03-07 13:30 - 15:30 | Transcona Memorial United Church-Winnipeg, 209 Yale Avenue West, Winnipeg, MB, R2C 1T9, Canada
Transcona Memorial United Church, 209 Yale Ave. West, will be hosting a World Day of Prayer service on Friday, March 7th, 2025 at 1:30 p.m. All are welcome. This year’s service is written by the women of the Cook Islands. Refreshments will be served after the service.

World Day of Prayer 2025
2025-03-07 14:00 - 15:30 | Harrow United Church, 955 Mulvey Avenue, Winnipeg, Manitoba, R3M 1G8, Canada
The World Day of Prayer Service for 2025 was written by the World Day of Prayer Committee of Cook Islands, prepared and adapted for use in Canada by the Women’s Inter-Church Council of Canada. We look forward to gathering together after several years of not meeting. It will be good to sing and pray together in our fractured world.

Traveling Youth Group: Family Movie; Dinner Event
2025-03-15 15:00 - 19:00 | Grey Street United Church, 651 Sandhurst Ave., Winnipeg, Manitoba, R2L 1B1, Canada
For our March event we are hosting a youth family movie screening and dinner. We will be attending the Winnipeg Freeze Frame festival held at Salle Pauline-Boutal Theatre (CCFM) 340 Provencher Boulevard. We will see the movie Uproar from 3pm-4:45pm.
Uproar is a coming-of-age tale of a 17-year-old Indigenous boy from New Zealand who is struggling to find his identity and voice while being faced with Racism both at school and the community when protest erupt.
We will then head to Grey Street United Church (651 Sandhurst Ave, East Elmwood) for Dinner and discussion about the movie (and a few mixer games for fun!) from 5-7pm.
Be aware this movie is rated PG-13 for language and Violence. Youth must have parent permission to attend and a ride from the theatre to the church. We recommend youth attend with a parent if possible. Youth of any age are welcome. If you are unsure about the movie please check out the reviews on this website or watch the Trailer here.
This Event is Completely Free thanks to the wonderful members of Grey Street United. Please register all family members that will be attending the event (and don’t forget to click the link in the form to reserve your tickets for the festival).
Register Here

Western P2P Youth Event
2025-03-23 13:00 - 16:00 | Prairie Breeze Stables, Baker Road, Brandon, Manitoba, R7A 7R2, Canada
An afternoon of fun with friends and horses!
For Youth Grades 5 to 12
Planned by YAAY’s* Western Reps, especially for youth in their part of the Prairie to Pine Region
Throughout the afternoon, there will be 3 main stations. Each one will be about compassion and patience.
We will not be riding any horses instead we will be focusing on connecting with horses and seeing their compassion and patience with us. You will get to brush multiple horses, lead them and let them show us things we don’t understand.
You will also have time to connect with other youth and explore your faith while reflecting on the theme.

See this letter for more details.
Prairie Breeze Stables requires this Prairie Breeze Stables waiver to be signed for each participant. This is pretty standard procedure for businesses that offer activities where there is potential for risk, even though the risk is low when participants follow the instructions of the guides.
Register here
Note: if we don’t have 12 registrants by March 16th, we will have to cancel the event, so please register now! Hannah awaits your registration!
*YAAY is the regional Young Adult And Youth Committee

Nominations Open House and Centennial Trivia!
2025-03-25 19:00 - 20:00 | Zoom
Tuesday March 25, 7:00PM CST on Zoom. Let’s say this right off the top: There will be a United Church Centennial trivia contest! There will be prizes!
Who is this mysterious committee called “Nominations”? Are they friendly? Even cool? How does someone go about getting to know all the groups that make up our Regional Council governance and program, and looking at how they join in their work? Do I have the skills and ideas the Regional Council is looking for? We have answers! (Hint: almost all of them are “yes”).
Regional Council representatives to your community of faith: we would love to see you. This is a brief connecting opportunity for you and your community of faith. If you can bring one person from your community of faith along, that would be wonderful.
Zoom details
https://united-church.zoom.us/j/89566016560?pwd=[REDACTED]
Meeting ID: 895 6601 6560
Password: [REDACTED]
855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free

Victorian Tea at Zion-Calvin for 100
2025-04-12 14:00 - 16:30 | Zion-Calvin United Church, 188 Dufferin St., Darlingford, Manitoba, R0G 0L0, Canada
Welcome to the Victorian Tea at Zion-Calvin! Join us for a delightful afternoon at Zion-Calvin United Church where you can experience the charm of a traditional Victorian tea. Indulge in a selection of British tea, sandwiches, scones, and cakes while enjoying the elegant ambiance of our historic church. Whether you’re a tea aficionado or just looking for a unique outing, this event is perfect for anyone who appreciates a touch of old-world charm. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to step back in time and savour the flavours of a bygone era. We can’t wait to welcome you! (Family friendly) Space is limited to 100 as we celebrate the 100th Anniversary of The United Church of Canada.

Swing Into Spring Music Concert
2025-04-12 14:30 - 16:30 | Fort Garry United Church, 800 Point Rd, Winnipeg, MB, Winnipeg, Manitoba, R3T 3L8, Canada
Featuring a variety of bands, choirs and dancers!
The Winnipeg New Horizons Band, Tamil Dancers, The Stradbrook Avenue Show Choir

Maundy Thursday The Shadow of the Cross
2025-04-17 19:30 - 20:30 | Prairie Spirit United Church, 207 Thompson Drive, Winnipeg, Manitoba, R3J 3E2, Canada
Tenebrae Service: “The Shadow of the Cross” Join us for a moving evening of sacred music at Prairie Spirit United Church on Maundy Thursday, April 17, at 7:30 PM. A 40+ voice choir from six United Churches across Winnipeg, Headingley, and Rosser will present this powerful service, with Ron Krug conducting, Bennett Charter accompanying on piano, and Sean Taubner on cello. There is no cost to attend—come and experience the passion story through music.

Messy Church
2025-04-18 10:00 - 11:30 | Harrow United Church, 955 Mulvey Avenue, Winnipeg, Manitoba, R3M 1G8, Canada
Messy Church at Harrow U.C. on Good Friday, April @8 at 10:00 am. Time for children and family to explore more about Holy Week through story and craft. Light lunch served.

Holy Week Traveling Youth Group
2025-04-18 19:00 - 21:00 | United Church in Meadowood, 1111 Dakota St, Winnipeg, MB, R2N3T7, Canada
Our April Event is happening at The United Church in Meadowood (1111 Dakota St.) on April 18th Good Friday from 7-9pm for youth Grade 5-12.
Join us on Good Friday to explore Holy Week as we journey from the Cross to the Grave to the Sky through dramatic bible retellings, music, games, relay races, crafts and snacks.
Come show off your creative writing skills or your dramatic acting skills as we retell the stories of Jesus entering Jerusalem on palm sunday, hung on the cross on Good Friday, and resurrected on Easter Sunday.
Then show off your creativity as we decorate easter eggs and egg-shaped cookies for snack. Do you know what the egg represents?
Lastly are you competitive? Come compete in Easter themed games and relay races.
Sign up Here Now

Earth Day 2025 Celebration and Rally
2025-04-22 11:30 - 13:00 | Manitoba Legislative Building, 450 Broadway, Winnipeg, Manitoba, R3C 0V8, Canada
Gather at the Manitoba Legislature on April 22nd from 11:30 to 1:00 . This is an opportunity to call on the provincial government to invest in renewable energy and get us off fossil fuels! Come hear singers – Binesi Ikewéwag Singers, School of Rock, Raging Grannies
Speakers from elementary, middle and high school. Emcee Clayton Thomas Muller. Bring signs! Celebrate the Earth . Sponsored by Seniors for Climate and Manitoba Energy Justice Coalition.

Caught In The Act Co. Presents Murder at Regent Manor
2025-04-24 - 2025-04-27 | Transcona Memorial United Church-Winnipeg, 209 Yale Avenue West, Winnipeg, MB, R2C 1T9, Canada
Transcona Memorial United Church’s Caught in the Act Co, presents its 12th Annual Dinner Theatre production Murder at Regent Manor from April 24-27 at TMUC (209 Yale Ave W.) Tickets are only $55 each ($20 tax receipt) and include a delicious meal and entertaining performance!
Play written by Michael Druce and produced by special arrangement with PIONEER DRAMA SERVICE. Denver, Colorado

A Spring Gala Dinner
2025-04-26 18:00 - 21:00 | Royal Canadian Legion, 214 Maxwell King Dr, East St. Paul, Manitoba, R2E 0A1, Canada
To commemorate the 100th Anniversary of The United Church of Canada, North Kildonan United Church is hosting a Spring Gala Dinner.
Please see poster for details.

Margaret's Choir
2025-05-04 02:30 - 16:30 | Prairie Spirit United Church, 207 Thompson Drive, Winnipeg, Manitoba, R3J 3E2, Canada
Margaret’s Choir, a 90-voice community choir, will present a Benefit Concert entitled “Voices of Spring” in support of Heartwood Healing Centre (https://heartwoodcentre.ca/), which provides therapy services to adult survivors of childhood sexual abuse. The concert will be held at Prairie Spirit United Church, 207 Thomson Drive, on Sunday, May 4 at 2:30 p.m.
Tickets are $25 for adults and $10 for youth. They can be ordered online at https://margaretschoir.ca/ or purchased at the door.
