Thursday Night: Stevie Cameron and Peter Wyatt

The opening session tonight (June 19th) includes a call-in conversation on the question, "Should the United Church throw in the towel?" Some people think its discouraging to even have a national event that would ask such a question. Yet, in my experience, many people in congregations are uncertain and fearful about the future of their church and the church. I say, face it head on! We need not fear questions. People, especially Canadians and United Church people are resilient and resourceful if they have the chance to face things. If we attend to one another and the Christ who is present when the church gathers, we can face our fears and find encouragement in the spirit that birthed the church. In my own view we aught to hear a resounding "No!" to the question. God is clearly changing the church, rather than throw in the towel, why not take hands and join in the great work or restoration and redemption that is afoot in our day! If you want concrete signs just have a look at the workshop rhoster! See you at the event!