This Sunday we will be celebrating Pride and giving thanks for Father’s Day. In worship, we affirm that God’s love is good, and that each and every one is worthy of love. Even our Communion will reflect the universality of that love.

We’ll also honour all the fathers and father-figures in our lives – those who, by birth, by choice, or by spirit, offer love, strength, and guidance to others.
Join us as we celebrate love in all its beautiful forms.

Welcome: Rev. Greg Powell
Tech Team: Nathan McDormand, Jamie Waters
Scripture Reading: Ephesians 2:13-16
Read by: Carol Yanisch
Reflection: Rev. Greg Powell
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This Pentecost Sunday, which beautifully coincided with the 100th Anniversary of the United Church of Canada, we honoured our rich diversity with a multilingual prayer — not only in English, but also in Ukrainian, Armenian, Hindi, and French — and shared beloved traditional dishes from our families and cultures during a vibrant potluck lunch.

Take a look at some of the wonderful moments we captured — along with photos from other exciting Pentecost Sunday events!

A century on — and we're still growing! We welcomed Robin, Maximus, and Sebastian into the Community of Christ through baptism in the refreshing waters of the Pacific Ocean (with little Max stealing the show).

Check out our video for a glimpse of the day — the full version is coming soon!

This Sunday, right after our vibrant Pentecost service, we continued our preparations for Pride by refreshing the colours on our beloved Pride Doors.

It was a joyful, light-hearted time full of laughter and splashes of paint — a beautiful reminder that love is something we create together.

Take a look at a few fun photos of how it went!

 Celebrate community with an afternoon of fun for all ages! Enjoy interactive games, trivia, activities, and an international food fair in a joyful, welcoming atmosphere. Bring your friends, neighbours, and family—everyone is welcome. Reserve your ticket here!

We’re thrilled to host acclaimed violinist Richard Moody, a longtime favourite at Tuesday Night Jazz, for a special evening celebrating his new album Tobacco & Rose. With Scott White and Adam Dobres, Richard brings music inspired by healing, nature, and the spirit.

Don’t miss it!

Today we give thanks for all the fathers and father-figures who share love, strength, and care. Whether by birth, by choice, or by spirit, we honour those who help guide and support others.

Wishing you a day filled with gratitude and blessings.

This Sunday, we honour Pride with a special worship service celebrating diversity, justice, and inclusion. Afterward, we’ll share soup and sandwiches and gather in the sanctuary for a 1pm screening of The Fruit Machine — a powerful documentary on Canada’s LGBTQ2S+ history. Admission is by donation. The screening will be followed by conversation and reflection.

Join us for a special summer concert curated by James Bay United’s Music Director, Jennifer Turner. Featuring Brahms’ Neue Liebeslieder-Walzer, a talented local quartet, and a piano duo, the evening will celebrate love in all its forms — with music by Purcell, Mozart, Finzi, Hoffman, and more.

A beautiful way to welcome the season by leaning toward love and light.

Let us introduce Natalia, our interim Communications Coordinator who will be filling in for Zunaira during her short maternity leave.

Natalia first learned about James Bay United Church through a local newspaper and decided to attend our Christmas Candlelight service. That unforgettable evening marked another dramatic turning point, as the welcoming church community quickly became her new family.

We continue to feel deeply blessed and inspired by the opportunity to serve through the Healing Pathway Ministry at James Bay United Church. We invite you to explore the uplifting milestones we experienced together in 2024.

The Siraji family – Afghan refugees currently sheltering in Islamabad – are facing immediate danger. James Bay United Church is part of a sponsorship group working to bring them safely to Canada, but delays in the final steps of the process, combined with alarming new government edicts in Pakistan, have put their safety at serious risk.

We are launching a letter-writing campaign to help move their case forward.

Here’s what you can do:
• Personalize and send the template letter
• Contact key federal leaders using the list provided
• Follow the step-by-step guide to make your voice heard

Your action today can help protect a vulnerable family and bring them into the safety of our community.