Camrose United Church

06/08/2026

Please pray for the people of the Philippines, where a magnitude-7.8 earthquake struck off the coast of Mindanao island in the southern part of the country at 7:37 a.m. local time on Monday, causing widespread damage and destruction. The number of those killed or injured is still being determined.

God of justice and compassion,
You call us to be peacemakers in a world that longs for healing.
Be present with those who grieve,
those who live in fear,
and those who continue to struggle for dignity and justice.
Strengthen all who seek truth.
Guide leaders in the ways of accountability and peace.
Move our hearts beyond silence into faithful action.
Help us to work together—across communities and faiths—
in solidarity and hope,
trusting in your vision of a just and peaceful world.
Amen.

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06/08/2026

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This week, Rev. John Pentland has a Letter to the Editor that speaks to an important conversation happening in our communities and across our province.

In his letter, John reflects on concerns around the use of Christianity to support division, exclusion, and Christian nationalism, and calls us back to values rooted in the gospel: love of neighbour, compassion for those on the margins, and care for those who are hurting.

His message raises questions about what faith looks like in practice and challenges us to consider how we live out values of inclusion, justice, and care for one another.

Take a moment to read John’s words and reflect on the conversation they invite.

https://archive.ph/nGWAh

06/04/2026

We are proud to be supporters of the Camrose Pride Community.
We are all made in the image of God, by God that loves us all.

Updated for Pride Month 2026, GLAAD is providing fast facts on research and data about the LGBTQ community, non-LGBT Americans’ perceptions, consumer sentiment, and more.

06/04/2026

A little rain wasn't enough to dampen the spirit of Pride Month in Camrose.

Despite yesterday's weather, we were pleased to gather again today with Mayor Stasko, Councillor Banack, Councillor Murphy, Councillor Rosland and Stephen Mckenzie-Campeau from Camrose Pride Community to raise the Progress Pride Flag at Mirror Lake Park.

The flag serves as a symbol of inclusion, diversity, and belonging, and we are proud to foster a community where everyone feels welcome, respected, and valued.

Happy Pride Month!

06/04/2026

06/04/2026

We are BEYOND excited to announce that the City of Camrose and Camrose Centennial Museum Society is hosting Powwow! Ohcîwin The Origins, a travelling exhibit from the Red Deer Museum + Art Gallery, curated and created by Patrick + Marrisa Mitsuing!

While the museum will not be open to the general public until Canada Day, the Powwow! Ohcîwin The Origins exhibit will be open on June 21 for National Indigenous Peoples Day! We are honoured to host Marrisa Mitsuing, one of the curators and creators of Powwow! Ohcîwin The Origins. A Champion Powwow dancer and artisan who contributed to the regalia featured in the exhibit, Marrisa will share her knowledge through a curator discussion, powwow dance demonstration, and cradleboard craft activity.

The activities of the day will start at 11 AM! For more information about Powwow! Ohcîwin The Origins, please visit www.camrose.ca/powwow.

06/01/2026

Come and Join FCSS as they Celebrate Seniors.
Wednesday at Mirror Lake Centre and Rosealta.

06/01/2026

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