Trinity-St. Stephen's United Church

06/02/2026

June is Indigenous History Month, a time to honour the histories, teachings, resilience and ongoing contributions of First Nations, Inuit and Métis Peoples across Turtle Island.
To begin this month, we are reflecting on the sacred teachings of the Medicine Wheel — a framework of balance, connection, cycles and wholeness that reminds us that all things are interconnected.
As we continue to grow as an organization, we are deepening our relationships with Indigenous Peoples and communities while learning from Indigenous ways of knowing, being and understanding the world around us. The Medicine Wheel teaches us that healing happens through relationship to self, community, Spirit, the land and one another.
Throughout June, we will also explore each direction of the Medicine Wheel alongside animal teachings and reflections connected to each one.
Read Brandi Bilodeau blog reflection here: https://kairoscanada.org/walking-the-circle-together-the-medicine-wheel-indigenous-wisdom-and-our-shared-responsibility

06/01/2026

God of the Rainbow,
More than those who watch for morning,
Our souls wait, for the day when each of us,
of every gender expression, gender identity, and sexual orientation
knows that we are meant to be:
loved, cherished, and protected; and
that we are to be:
proud of our identities; and
celebrated.

For we are your imperfectly perfect children,
called to reflect Christ’s radiant light,
embody Christ’s radical love; and
build your beloved community,
especially when storms of fear and hatred rage around us.

And so, more than those who watch for morning,
we, in our great diversity,
wait for your promised rainbow of peace,
as we work towards a world where every gender expression, gender identity, and sexual orientation is affirmed as beloved; and,
every soul’s spirit is able to sparkle, shine and sing your dream with pride.

May it be so,

Amen.

—Rev. Dr. Alydia Smith

06/01/2026

Leave the car at home and ride with Pride!

Heading to the Cumberland Pride Drag Show in Parrsboro? Hop on our shuttle bus from Amherst and make the journey part of the fun.

Skip the drive, enjoy a drink, and spend the trip meeting other q***r folks and allies from across Cumberland County. Whether you're coming with friends or flying solo, it's a great chance to connect before the show even begins.

Seats are limited, so be sure to reserve your spot!

Let's fill the bus with Pride, laughter, and community on the way to an unforgettable night of drag.

06/01/2026

Pride Season in Canada, a time to celebrate the resilience, achievements, and contributions of 2SLGBTQI+ communities. From coast to coast to coast, let's honour the diversity that strengthens our nation.

Historically, Pride gatherings emerged from the first large-scale protests for 2SLGBTQI+ rights. In Canada, the first demonstrations took place in Ottawa and Vancouver in 1971.

By 1973, Pride events were held in several Canadian cities, including Montréal, Ottawa, Saskatoon, Toronto, Vancouver and Winnipeg. Toronto's Pride weekend in June is now among the largest Pride events in North America.

Why a “season”?
Early Pride events were independently organized and not tied to a fixed date. Since most occur between June and September, it is called Pride Season.

Join us in celebrating. Learn more and access resources at https://www.canada.ca/en/women-gender-equality/pride-season.html

06/01/2026

Thank you Moderator.

06/01/2026

Please keep your eyes out for this youth.

🚨 MISSING BOY IN MONCTON, NEW BRUNSWICK - JONATHAN KENNEDY, 15 - LAST SEEN MAY 29, 2026

📢 The Codiac Regional RCMP is asking for the public's help in locating a missing 15-year-old boy from Moncton, N.B.

Jonathan Kennedy was last seen on May 29, 2026, at approximately 1:30 p.m., near Fulton Crescent in Moncton. Police and his family are concerned for his wellbeing.

Jonathan is described as approximately 5'3" (160 cm) tall and 130 lbs (59 kg) with brown eyes and brown hair. He was last seen wearing a blue hoodie and black pants.

Anyone with information on his whereabouts is asked to contact the Codiac Regional RCMP at 506-857-2400.

Share this Missing Person Canada post widely to help bring Jonathan home safely. ❤️

📍 Full story And Source Link Can Be Found At: https://missingpeople.ca/missing-boy-in-moncton-new-brunswick-jonathan-kennedy-15-last-seen-may-29-2026/



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06/01/2026

June is National Indigenous History Month! A time to honour the rich history, cultural knowledge, and enduring strength of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis peoples across Turtle Island.

This month invites all of us to learn more, listen deeply, and reflect on the histories and contributions of Indigenous peoples - not only in the past, but in the present and future of these lands.

Let this be a time of celebration, remembrance, and recommitment to truth and reconciliation.

We especially invite you to mark June 21 - National Indigenous Peoples Day - with ceremony, learning, and solidarity