All Voices

Moving forward from unprecedented times in the church, we are envisioning the path ahead. What new forms of doing church have we learned during the lockdowns? What will be bring with us as our congregations and campgrounds re-open? We are gathering All Voices into this discernment process. What aspects of mission are you passionate about? What are your hopes and visions for our future? We want to hear from everyone who experiences Community of Christ identity across Canada as we weave together a rich and diverse tapestry of testimony.

Envision the Path Ahead

A Canada-wide Conference – Saturday, November 20, 2021

Apostle Art Smith invites you to participate in a time of intentional reflection and discernment with your church family as we look forward to a time past the lockdowns. Hear testimonies from the rich tapestry of voices who experience Community of Christ in Canada. Join topical break-out rooms to discuss what we've learned during the pandemic, including the new ways of doing worship and mission. Learn about #celebrateMission, a new program for sharing good news and inspiring others. Enjoy the community, collaboration, and cross-Canada friendship.

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Discerning Across Canada

People's passion for mission finds expression in a diversity of ways across Canada.  As voices have been shared in our conferences, discussion groups, and testimonies, we have been listening.  Some themes are already emerging. We will share these results and invite everyone to ponder what other voices need to be heard.

Celebrate Mission

We will introduce the #celebrateMission program. You are living out Christ’s mission in unique and exciting ways. As a church family, we want to be able to hear the good news and celebrate with you. When you celebrate mission, your voice resonates across Canada and inspires others. ​

Envision the Path Ahead​

As we glimpse the future after the lockdowns, we will envision the path ahead together.  Is your congregation going back to in-person meetings?  Will your online events continue?  Do you plan on some kind of hybrid where remote participants can still join with those gathering physically?  We will share ideas and best practices in breakout discussions. 

Schedule

PST	MST	CST	EST	Saturday, November 20, 2021
9:00 am	10:00 am	11:00 am	12:00 pm	Welcome and Sharing with Art Smith
9:30 am	10:30 am	11:30 am	12:30 pm	Sharing Our Voices through #celebrateMission
9:45 am	10:45 am	11:45 am	12:45 pm	Best Practices for Online and Hybrid Services
10:00 am	11:00 am	12:00 pm	1:00 pm	Breakout Rooms (Round 1): Ideas and Plans for Reopening
10:45 am	11:45 am	12:45 pm	1:45 pm	Breakout Rooms (Round 2): Ideas and Plans for Reopening
11:15 am	12:15 pm	1:15 pm	2:15 pm	Breakout Rooms (Round 3): Ideas and Plans for Reopening
11:45 am	12:45 pm	1:45 pm	2:45 pm	Closing Remarks and Benediction – Art Smith
12:00 pm	1:00 pm	2:00 pm	3:00 pm	Adjournment

Testimony Tapestry

What in your life has inspired you to be part of Community of Christ in Canada?  What experiences have shaped your sense of calling?  What are you doing to further Christ’s mission of building the peaceable kingdom in your community?  What are your hopes and visions for our future path as a church?

We’re seeking to build a tapestry of testimonies.  We’re inviting All Voices to share their experiences of Community of Christ in Canada: Western and Eastern, urban and rural, old and young, Anglophone and Francophone, converts and lifelong members — all backgrounds, ethnicities, gender identities and expressions.  Is your primary connection through an in-person congregation or an online community?  Or perhaps through Reunions and campgrounds?  Are you connected to the church through one of our missional affiliates (like World Accord, Zerin, Sionito, Encounter World Religion, the Peace Council) or through a Connection group?  Share your story with us as we listen to one another and gain appreciation for the rich tapestry of experience that is Community of Christ in Canada.

To participate, please write out your testimony, addressing the questions: (1) What in your life has inspired you to be a part of Community of Christ?  (2) What are your hopes and visions for our future path as a community?  The text should be between 600 and 750 words maximum.  Email it to Apostle Art Smith ASmith@CofChrist.org. The communications team will then schedule a Zoom meeting with you to record your testimony for the Tapestry.  

We thank you for your commitment to Community of Christ in Canada and for making your voice heard as we discern the path ahead together.