US EditionKelowna’s Central Okanagan United Church Celebrates 100 Years in the Community - Okanagan
- The Central Okanagan United Church in Kelowna, B.C., marked its 100th anniversary with a bell-ringing celebration on June 7.
- The milestone arose from the amalgamation of four congregations and efforts to maintain inclusivity and relevance over the century.
- Beryl Itani, a 26-year church volunteer, led the ringing of 100 bells to represent each year the church served the community.
- Rev. Cheryl Perry recalled that in 1988, the church chose to begin ordaining individuals without considering their sexual orientation, a move that sparked significant controversy at the time.
- The centennial reflects the church’s commitment to inclusivity and social issues, suggesting continued community engagement into the future.
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Hundreds gather in Calgary as United Church of Canada celebrates 100th anniversary
More than 400 people packed the pews at Knox United Church on Sunday to mark the 100th anniversary of the United Church of Canada, a milestone that drew together members and non-members from across southern Alberta for an afternoon of music, prayer and community.
·Calgary, Canada
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