Indigenous Peoples Day June 21
Join us at Riverside Park Friday, June 21st from 10 am to 3 pm. Lunch will be available from 11 am to 2 pm. All are welcome to this national day of celebration. … Continue reading →
Summer Pastoral Care
We recognize how all of Kamloops United Church family are participants in our Pastoral Care ministry in numerous ways such as greetings, phone calls, rides, visits or sharing a concern or celebration with us. We are grateful and reliant on … Continue reading →
New KUC Photo Directory
Chuck Anderson is taking pictures for the photo directory in the KUC Resource Room. Please contact Chuck to make an appointment! Arrangements are being made to photograph those who want to be included in the Photo Directory but are unable … Continue reading →
Thrift Shop Leaders June 25
The Thrift Shop Team Leaders Meeting will be held.Tuesday June 25th at 3:15pm If you have something you want discussed please let your team leaders know … Continue reading →
PIT Stop Needs a Freezer
Hi PIT Stop Friends. Would anyone have a chest freezer that they are not needing and would be willing to donate to the church? Hopefully it wouldn’t be too old and work well. This would help us stock up on … Continue reading →
Art Call-Out for Aug. 9-10
Indigenous Resurgence Exhibition. In search of artists who: Have pieces pertaining to or participate in indigenous cultures or have creative pieces that celebrate or honour indigenous cultures and persons. This is a two-day interactive exhibition where the goal is to … Continue reading →
Living Into Right Relations UCC
The United Church of Canada issued a news release June 6th, Living into Right Relations: MMIWG National Inquiry: Let This Be the Last Inquiry. The report provides links to the Inquiry’k key findings and recommendations. If you scroll down to the bottom of … Continue reading →
Thank you! Thank you! Thank You!
Thank-you, Thank-you, Thank-you from Rev. Bruce Comrie Thank you from the bottom of my heart for the magnificent Fiesta Farewell party! It was absolutely fabulous! Throughout the whole evening I felt carried by the wave of your love and grace; the … Continue reading →
Thank You Volunteers
We called for volunteers – and volunteer they did! Thanks everyone. Laundry Angels We would like to Thank all the volunteers who have stepped forward to help out with Laundry Angels for July, August and beyond! Thank you! Coffee Time … Continue reading →
Gratitude, Blessings and Grace June 9
On Sunday, June 9th the congregation of Kamloops United Church and their minister of seventeen years, Rev. Bruce Comrie gave thanks and said farewell to each other. The service was one of grace, gratitude, respect and love. God was with us, around … Continue reading →
Fiesta Farewell Party June 8 (photos)
Wasn’t that a Party!!! Another amazing, joyful KUC celebration in a room filled with friends, family, visitors from far away, and a whole lot of LOVE. KUC said thank you and farewell to Rev.Bruce Comrie who served in ministry at … Continue reading →
Save the Date! Leadershift at KUC: Oct 4-6
Holy Shift! Conference: Size-Mic Upgrade with Alice Mann Holy Shift! SIZE-MIC UPGRADE is a Conference for United Church people. It’s designed for small and medium congregations across our Pacific Mountain Region, and features exceptional Keynote Speaker, Alice Mann. Alice is … Continue reading →
Salish Weaving June 15: wait list
Traditional Salish Cedar Weaving Saturday, June 15 – 9am to noon The Traditional Salish Cedar Weaving class has been moved to June 15th. The workshop spaces are now filled. If you would like to have your name added to the … Continue reading →
Blue Dot Petition ~ City Hall June 18
Tuesday June 18th – 1:30pm at City Hall – Council Chambers, 7 Victoria St W The Blue Dot Petition advocating for citizens’ rights to clean air, clean water, and healthy food (bluedot.ca) will be presented to Kamloops City Council by Ross … Continue reading →
KTW Readers’ Choice Award Nominee!
Kamloops This Week Readers Choice Award nomination!! PIT Stop serves 10,000 meals, connects 600 volunteers creating a community transformed. KUC is very proud that PIT Stop Coordinator Rick Windjack has been nominated for a Kamloops This Week Readers Choice Award, … Continue reading →
Volunteers Please!
Three ways to contribute to the life of KUC! Receptionists for the Front Desk for July and August: 11:30 am to 1:00 pm. If you are available to help out with reception duties for the summer months, please contact Bonnie … Continue reading →
FareWell June 9
(1) Reverend Bruce Comrie’s Pastoral Letter to Our Congregation: May 21, 2019 Dear KUC Family and Friends, It’s been said that if you say only one prayer in your life, let it be a prayer of thanksgiving. As I move … Continue reading →
UCC PRIDE Prayer
United Church of Canada, PRIDE Prayer Constant Friend, because People of every sexual orientation, gender expression, and gender identity have the right to live with dignity and without persecution or discrimination, we Remember in our prayers: LGBTQ+ people of Chechnya, … Continue reading →
Thrift Store Open Saturday! 10am-2pm
The KUC Thrift Shop is open on Saturday – 10 am to 2pm Enjoy the link to the CFJC Midday fashion show featuring our amazing volunteer models. Check out Interviewee Florence and her models, Alison, Cam, Derm, Jana, Marne and … Continue reading →
100 Women Who Care Kamloops
“We are over the moon grateful for this incredible gift to the PIT Stop program. Thank you 100 Women Who Care for selecting PIT Stop as this evening’s beneficiary“, says PIT Stop coordinator Rick W. To learn more about 100 … Continue reading →
UCW Luncheon
All women of the church are invited to lunch on Tuesday,June 4th at 11.00 a.m. We will begin with a short meeting then enjoy a luncheon and visiting. Image: Creative Commons (with UCW logo added) … Continue reading →
Broadcasting live!
Rev. Bruce Comrie, Sue Sewell and Carole Hutchings from KUC are attending the inaugural meeting of the Pacific Mountain Region (formerly B.C. Conference) of the United Church of Canada in Langley from May 30 to June 2. Broadcasting live: For … Continue reading →
July-August Broadview Magazine Arriving Soon!
10 Spiritual Road Trips: Looking to have a soulful summer? Add these ten Canadian spiritual sites to your bucket list. Fierce Love: Their conservative congregations told them to shun their queer kids—but these moms did the opposite. Meet the Mama … Continue reading →
Fiesta Farewell (KUC Family) June 8th
Fiesta Farewell !!! Saturday, June 8th. The congregational celebration to launch Rev. Bruce Comrie’s retirement is at 5 pm at KUC on Saturday, June 8. There will be dinner accompanied by wonderful entertainment and tributes to Bruce. Tickets are $10 … Continue reading →
Yum! Yum! Yum! You Make Good Cookies!
Yum Yum Yum! You make good cookies! Cookies and squares are needed for the June 8 celebration for Bruce. Sign up during Sunday coffee time if you can bring cookies, squares… anything that is a sweet finger-food! Please bring your … Continue reading →
A Special Thank You!
To all folk who attended the recent RING OUT on Mother’s Day Bell Concert! Your ongoing support and encouragement for several multi-aged groups now ringing hand bells and chimes is most appreciated!! HUGE THANKS to Margaret Waldon for her shared … Continue reading →
One Session Left For Photos! May 28
There is one more session of photography taking place this Wednesday, May 28th. To book an appointment, please contact Chuck Anderson. Arrangements are also being made to photograph those who want to be included in the Photo Directory but are … Continue reading →
New growth at KUC!
Do you have an idea on how to further the Mission, Vision and Values of KUC as a Centre for Community and Spiritual Discovery? If so we’d like to hear from you. Feel free to talk to any members of the Management Team … Continue reading →
Tune-in to Midday Today: A Thrift Shop Fashion Show!
Tune-in Friday, May 24th to Midday, on CFJC, Kamloops Watch some of your finest Thrift Shop fashion being showcased on the Midday show here in Kamloops. Tune in to the Midday Show on Friday and be amazed! … Continue reading →
Last Global Movie Night for the Season: May 26
Sunday, May 26, 7:00 pm The Global ministry is presenting “A New Economy.” BIG THINGS HAPPEN WHEN HUMANITY IS AT THE CORE OF BUSINESS. CAN COOPERATION SAVE THE WORK? More Information: A New Economy (Documentary Film) Author: Trevor Meier (director), … Continue reading →
Robin Jacobson, Trinity United, Covenanting May 26
Good morning all, This is just a reminder that Robin Jacobson/ Trinity Vernon covenanting will take place this coming Sunday, May 26th at 2 pm. Trinity United Church: 3300 Alexis Park Drive, Vernon This is the first covenanting post-presbytery, … Continue reading →
Naramata Centre invitation
Join in the fun and learning at Naramata Centre again this year for a rich selection of programs or for a personal retreat! Sink into the Naramata Centre community experience and nourish your mind, body and soul. You Belong Here! … Continue reading →
Exciting Opportunity!
Save the date! Oct 4-6, 2019 Kamloops BC, Tk’emlúps te Secwepemc Territory. Holy Shift: Size-mic Upgrade with Key Note Speaker: Alice Mann. In these decades of the repeat message “size matters”, Holy Shift Size-mic Upgrade shakes the rhetoric up, changing … Continue reading →
Student Climate Strike, Kamloops
Some Canadian youths united today (Friday May 3rd) for a big national Student Climate Strike in Canada. The photos below were taken in front of Kamloops’ City Hall. An onlooker/parent noted, “What a great bunch of students — smart and … Continue reading →
Ground-Breaking for Kikekyelc: May 23
Taanishi, Boon Maytayn everyone. Please join us for the Ground Breaking, for Kikekyelc: A Place of Belonging. May 23, 2019 at 9:00 am. We hope to see you there. Please see the invitation below! Respectfully and Maarsii, Klarrisa Filion … Continue reading →
Charity Concert, May 24.
Come and join Vallee Harmony for our pop A Cappella concert on Friday, May 24 at 730 pm at Kamloops United Church. Under the direction of talented Sylvain Vallee, Vallee Harmony combines dynamic groups from Kamloops, Vernon, and Salmon Arm … Continue reading →
Annual Report 2018-2019 for AGM
The Annual Report 2018-2019 is now available for the Annual General Congregational Meeting to be held Sunday, May 12, 2019 after worship. View the report. You can also locate the report by tapping the “Who We Are, Guiding Documents” tabs. … Continue reading →
Have You Had Your Photo Taken Yet?
What’s missing? U! Yes, you! And we’d like to include you! The new KUC Photo Directory is being prepared. Publication is expected in September. To have your picture included, each person, couple, or family needs to (1) sign up for … Continue reading →
Handbell Concert ~ May 12th
KUC ~ A Centre for Community and Spiritual Discovery invites you to an evening of “Bells of Note”, “Harmony in Hand” and “Chimers” presenting “Bells Ring Out on Mother’s Day” with special guests “Kamloops School of the Arts Bell Choir” … Continue reading →
Blanket Exercise, May 14 at Chief Louis Centre
Note location: This will be held at Chief Louis Centre (not at KUC). See full poster below for more information and to register: … Continue reading →