By Susan Scott, co-author of the Spiritual Life Writing Workbook

Storytelling is a human universal, done by every culture and every society ever known. Writing, however, is not. Though widespread today, we had to learn to write...

Writing changes us.

Writing does not merely express what’s already inside us. Rather, it generates a kind of internal work that leads us to reflect, to turn things over, to hone in, and sometimes to reorient.”

Storytelling is peacemaking that builds empathy and understanding—and that work deepens when you harness the power of writing.

Spiritual life writing is ministry.

And if that ministry is calling you, then this retreat is the place to gather.

Early bird pricing: $60 until November 29, 2025 - Includes an electronic version of the Spiritual Life Writing Workbook.

Members and friends of Community of Christ are invited to take part in the Organizational Meeting of the Canada Mission Centre on Saturday, January 17. This online gathering will bring us together from across the country to affirm the bold step we took in September to move onward together. As we enter this new era, it’s time to bless the framework that will guide and support our shared ministry and mission in Canada.

When: Saturday, January 17 at 12 p.m. PT / 1 p.m. MT / 2 p.m. CT / 3 p.m. ET

Where: Zoom — Please register here

What to expect:

We’ll meet for about two hours. Business items will include sustaining the Mission Centre President Team, Financial Officer, Mission Centre Council, and other appointments, along with approving the Canada-wide mission budget that unites the CEM and CWM budgets previously approved in September.

This will also be a time to share in brief worship, hymn singing, prayer, and reflection with friends old and new—from coast to coast—as we share hope and celebrate mission in the heart of winter.

If your congregation would like to gather locally, please let us know in advance so we can arrange voice and vote for everyone participating. Stay tuned for further updates in the coming weeks, including information about pre-legislative and technology preparation sessions.

Save the date and join us on Saturday, January 17. Let’s begin walking onward together!

On December 2, join us for Giving Tuesday 2025 and help imagine a world filled with compassion, justice, and peace. This year’s theme, Imagine, invites us to live into God’s abundance and share boldly through gifts that bring hope and transformation around the world.

Your generosity will sustain ministries that build faith, develop leaders, support climate justice, and empower people and communities worldwide. A generous $250,000 USD matching contribution will double every gift—amplifying your impact and extending Christ’s mission across the globe.

Together, we can make a difference:
Give: Every gift, no matter the size, extends our reach and strengthens Christ’s mission.
Volunteer: Offer your time and talents to support local ministries, community projects, or international efforts.
Share: Spread the word and invite others to join in this global day of giving.
Pray: Hold our shared mission of compassion, justice, and peace in your prayers.

Join us on December 2 as we imagine the impact we can make together as a community of faith and generosity.