 The Ottawa congregation invites members across Canada to participate online or in-person in “Introduction to Scripture,” a Temple School course required for priesthood ordinations, beginning in January 2026.
The course will be led by Lew Shepherdson, a member of the Ottawa congregation pastorate team and a self-sustaining Bishop. He is a graduate of the Community of Christ seminary program (2015) and has taught for MEADS, Temple School, and at reunions. The course will take place on Saturday, January 24; Saturday, January 31; and Saturday, February 7. Zoom access will be provided for online participants, including a digital course workbook. To register, contact Nancy Baer at [email protected] or 519-532-3982. Registration closes January 16, 2026. Accommodations will be arranged for participants who wish to travel to Ottawa for the sessions.  In order to finalize meal planning and accommodations, registration for the CEM Conference will close at midnight on September 14th. Unfortunately, no registrations can be accepted after this date. We thank you for respecting this process.
Closing registration at this time ensures that all delegates receive the necessary conference information and links for both pre-legislative and legislative sessions. We are also pleased to welcome our cook, who is new to Ziontario. Meal plans and supplies will be prepared in advance based on the registration numbers provided, so timely registration is essential.  Come celebrate with us at Kitchener Community of Christ (414 Fischer-Hallman Rd) on Tuesday, September 17 at 6:00 p.m. as we express our gratitude to the incredible donors who have supported World Accord over the years.
This in-person event will feature guest speakers sharing their experiences with World Accord, Zoom presentations from our Central American partners, and a panel discussion on emerging topics in the sector that are affecting World Accord. Join us as we look back on our achievements and look forward to a future of continued impact. Your generosity has made a difference, and we can’t wait to show our thanks in person. See you there!  Join us for a Community Breakfast hosted by the Corinth congregation on Saturday, September 27 from 9:00–11:00 a.m. at 54246 Eden Line (Culloden Rd. & Eden Line). All proceeds support area schools’ Healthy Snack Programs, and everyone is welcome to attend.
Cost: Adults $10 • Children $5. Contact: Cheryl — [email protected]  We’re looking forward to an inspiring conference weekend at Ziontario, September 19–21, as we move Onward Together in Joy! To help us prepare accommodations, meals, and more, please register as soon as possible: Register here. Registration fee is the low price of $25/person or $50/family.
Meet Your Apostles You’ll have the opportunity to connect with our new apostle, Shannon McAdam—hear her story in this interview. We also welcome Apostle Lachlan E. Mackay, assigned to Field 4. A native of Independence, Missouri, Lachlan holds a B.A. in Economics and Russian Area Studies from the University of Missouri and is passionate about church history. A former president of the John Whitmer Historical Association, he has contributed to numerous scholarly publications. Make a Difference for a Child This year, we’re collecting a mountain of socks, toques, mitts, and underwear for children in need. Your donations will go to students at Macphail Memorial Elementary School in Flesherton, making a real difference in their lives. Let’s show them that their world can be warm, caring, and full of hope.Invite your family, friends, neighbours, and congregation to help us make a huge impact.  t’s time for another beautiful day of coming together. This time, we’re rolling up our sleeves to give the basement—and the yard, if we can—a little extra love and attention!
Date: Saturday, July 12, 2025 Time: 11:00 a.m. (Potluck lunch begins) Location: Awakening Spirituality 225603 Southgate Rd, Dundalk, Ontario (near Hopeville) Details:
Whether you stay for an hour or the whole afternoon, your presence makes a difference. Feel free to bring a friend—the more, the merrier! (We’d especially appreciate help from anyone handy.) We kindly ask for a minimum donation of $10 to help cover building and supply costs. However, if this isn’t feasible for you, please join us anyway—we’d love to have you and don’t want you to miss out.  Dear families, youth, and community members,
We are writing today to share an important and heartfelt update regarding Canada East Delegation Team’s participation in Spectacular 2025. After careful discussion and discernment, the Canada East SPEC Delegation with the support of the leadership of CEM and the Director of Camping and Campgrounds have made the difficult decision to cancel our group’s participation in this year’s Spectacular. We recognize Spectacular is a safe place and the organizers are committed to the safety and welfare of campers. This decision was not made lightly and is not because of anything that SPEC or the church has done but just because of political tensions. The well-being of our youth and staff must always remain our top priority. We know how meaningful SPEC is to many of you, a time of connection, spiritual growth, and unforgettable memories. That’s why this news may come with some disappointment. Please know that our commitment to your journey doesn’t end here. We see you, we value you, and we are actively seeking ways to continue nurturing that same spirit of community and growth here at home. If you hadn’t yet registered and were planning on registering, hearing this news might be shocking and disappointing. We're offering you space for conversation, support, and to answer any questions you may have. This moment calls for care and clarity, and we want you to know that your voices and feelings matter deeply. It’s also important to note that Spectacular is still taking place as scheduled in the U.S. If any youth and their families still wish to attend independently, they are welcome to explore that option, and we are happy to support with information wherever we can. Letters of invitation are available via world church for anyone traveling across borders. Canada West SPEC team is not affected by this decision and they are willing to include youth from the east who choose to attend, in their delegation. These are challenging times, and yet we continue to walk together, rooted in our shared values, love for our youth, and a commitment to building a safe, nurturing community for them to thrive. With gratitude and care, Alfredo Zelaya-Martinez On behalf of the Canada East SPEC Delegation Leadership Team Community of Christ – CEM  Apostle Shannon McAdam, along with Seventies Humberto Tinsman and Tyler Marz, will be in Ontario for several events, including two special opportunities to connect with the community before returning home.
July 5 – Meet & Greet in Chatham July 6 – Communion Service at Reaching Out Centre, Streetsville If you plan to attend either event, please RSVP to help organizers prepare:
We hope to see you there! For more information about the events click here:  Join us Saturday, June 21 as we explore EFT (Emotional Freedom Technique) Tapping with Susan Grace Morgan Waite-Price. Located at 225603 Southgate Road, Dundalk, Ontario (near Hopeville), the doors will open at 11:30 a.m. for a potluck, and our event will begin around 1:00 p.m.
Sometimes called psychological acupressure, EFT is a holistic practice that uses fingertip tapping on meridian points to help reduce emotional distress, ease physical pain, and restore balance. This event includes live demonstration and guided practice. A donation is appreciated to help cover building and supply costs, but all are welcome—please come regardless of your ability to give. We can’t wait to see you there! For more information, email: [email protected]  Date: Saturday, July 5
Time: 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. Location: Community of Christ, 174 Faubert Drive, Chatham A Light lunch will be provided. RSVP to Vonda at [email protected] Shannon would like to meet as many people as possible in Canada East, so we have arranged for a special opportunity in southwestern Ontario for you to get to know her a little better. Shannon is grounded in a deep sense of the Holy all around us. Her ministry flows from her love of people. She believes our strength is in our differences, and every voice is important. As part of the volunteer Canada West Mission Centre President Team, Shannon is known for her skillful and kind leadership and meeting facilitation. With Community of Christ Canada’s Creating Connection program, she has facilitated retreats where people who identify as “spiritual but not religious” can experience the blessings of community. As the new Apostle for Canada, Shannon shares the role with Apostle Lachlan Mackay. They are Apostles for Field 4, which includes: • All Nations Congregation • Australia Mission Centre • British Isles Mission Centre • Canada East Mission Centre • Canada West Mission Centre • Eurasia Mission Centre • First People Congregation • Pacific Islands Mission Centre • Western Europe Mission Centre Accompanying Shannon at our Meet and Greet in Chatham are: Humberto Tinsman - an ordained Seventy and dynamic young leader who works in Children and Youth Ministries. He served as the Youth Caucus President at World Conference 2025 and is a member of the Rio Grande Mission Centre. Tyler Marz - an ordained Seventy and seminary graduate. Tyler is a Spiritual Director, part of the Spiritual Formations Team, and was part of the worship planning team for World Conference. |
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