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Diaconal Educators’ Conversation

DOTAC is hosting an online conversation for diaconal educators on January 29

Partnership as Mission

A new book of essays, edited by Maylanne Maybee and Ken Gray, explores mission in the ACC.

The Call of the Deaconess

Caryn recounted the history of deaconesses in the United Church and reflected on her own call.

Announcing the 2024 Companion of the Centre – Marlene Britton

We are pleased to announce that Marlene Britton will be the recipient of the 2024 Companion of the Centre award.

Merry Christmas

CCS offices will be closed Dec 21 to Jan 4.

An Edgey Conversation about Innovation

Last month Marcie and Scott had an EDGEy conversation about innovative ministry.

December CCS Friday – Youth, Climate Action, and Mental Health

On Friday, Dec 8 we hosted an online discussion of youth, climate, and mental health with our special guest Amy Crawford.

Peace is not built of easy answers and dichotomous truths

Program Staff member Marcie Gibson, a mother to five Jewish children, shares some reflections and resources on violence in Israel and Palestine.

A Powerless God

Scott Douglas reflects on seeing the face of Christ in the poor and oppressed.

Online Open House and Advent Worship

Join us Tuesday, Dec 12th.

16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence 2023

DOTAC’s calendar of activities and bible studies to call for the elimination of violence against women and girls.

November CCS Friday – Loneliness in Ministry

On Friday, November 10 we hosted an online discussion of coping with loneliness and isolation. Our guest was Tracy Fairfield.

October CCS Friday – Diakonia During Climate Change

On Friday, October 27, 2023 we hosted an online discussion of climate change and how to respond faithfully with Eric Tusz-King and Katrina Martich.

Images from Spiritual Practice 2023

The Spiritual Practice learning circle explored the practices and processes of connecting to the Holy.

Tapestry 2023 Survey Results

This summer we asked our donors what they like to read in their impact report newsletter.