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Athabasca United Church

Sunday Worship 10:30 a.m. at 4817 48 street, Athabasca

Everyone is welcome and yes we mean everyone!  Proud sponsors of the "Everyone is welcome" Rainbow sticker campaign in Athabasca!  Check out Athabasca Outreach on Facebook and Instagram, and Athabasca United Church on Facebook and Youtube! (11) Athabasca Outreach | Athabasca AB | Facebook (171) Athabasca United Church - YouTube (11) Athabasca United Church | Facebook

Athabasca United Church is an affirming and diverse Christian community who welcomes all just as Jesus did.  We are committed to full inclusion of people of any age, race, ethnicity, ability, sexual orientation, gender identity, family structure or any other factors in all aspects of our faith community. We will set appropriate boundaries to ensure a community of support and inclusion. We are committed to change through education, reflection, and action, to love all and serve all.  Statement passed unanimously on September 17, 2023.

The Moderator's Message about Pride Month for 2025

We are looking good for almost 100 years old!

The Athabasca United Church will be the location for several churches to join in the celebration of 100 years of the United Church of Canada  next year, marking a century of faith and community.

Watch this space for more info as we get closer to the date! It promises to be an event filled with joyous reflection and connection for all attendees.

Moderator's Visit - May 4, 2025

The United Church of Canada Moderator, Right Reverend Carmen Lansdowne and Athabasca United Church's Reverend Monica Roseborough brought their Lightsabers to the May 4, 2025 service featuring a visit from the Moderator. Their creative idea was to blend a bit of science fiction with theology in a "May the Fourth" Star Wars theme to open the day. It was a unique time bringing together Robbie (left) from the Athabasca United Church and Penelope (right) from the First United Church in Fort McMurray during the May 4 service.

The service was followed by a trip to Amber Valley Cultural Centre for a history of the Black settlers who came from the Oklahoma Territory to escape Jim Crow laws and a light lunch.

Thanks to the Barrhead United Chuch, First United Church Fort McMurray and the many hands who helped plan and organise the day.

You can read more here:

Head of United Church’s visit to Athabasca a true honour, says local church

Love for Ukraine

As we continue to support the people of Ukraine, we are seeking warm clothing to send  to those in need as winter approaches.

Needed: dark coloured winter clothes including balaklavas, gloves, scarves, winter coats, winter pants. Also needed but less important if they are dark coloured are socks and underwear.

Please contact our office to arrange a time to drop items off and we will ensure they get to the right person to send to Ukraine.

Why should people give to our church?

We are an inclusive Christian community inspiring spiritual growth through meaningful outreach and dynamic worship.  We are called to make a difference by engaging and empowering the community.

You are invited to grow your faith, deepen spiritual practises, and find empowerment through teamwork, all of which works to make significant change in our whole community. Join us as we learn together how to be generous with our thoughts, actions, and financial resources through faith!

Throughout the COVID pandemic, donations are appreciated and needed.

Credit card donations can be made at: https://www.canadahelps.org/en/charities/athabasca-united-church/ 

Cheque donations can still be mailed to: Athabasca United Church, 4817 - 48 St, Athabasca, AB T9S 1R3

Pre-Authorized Remittances (PAR) is a "direct debit" program that allows support through an automatic monthly withdrawal from your bank account. To start or change your PAR contributions, use this PAR Authorization Form and email or mail the completed form to the church.

E-transfers are also very convenient. Send your e-transfer to athabascaunited@gmail.com and be sure to put a reason in the message area if you want to donate it to a specific program, IE M&S, roof fund, Pride Day, etc.

Many thanks for your support of our community ministries.

Affirming PIE Video

Welcome to the new Affirming PIE Video brought to you by Affirming Connections and Affirm United/S’affirmer Ensemble. Pie-loving hosts Stéphane and Pam introduce us to PIE and five Affirming ministries tell their stories about their Public, Intentional and Explicit work.

"Do not be overcome by evil, but overcome evil with good." - Romans 12:21

#UCCan   [Photo by Aaron Burden on Unsplash]

Athabasca United Church shares hope, love and compassion with individuals and families in our community through pastoral care, small groups, worship, and outreach. We are an affirming church and welcome all.

Mission:

We worship God, which inspires advocacy and outreach to engage, educate and empower our community.

Vision:

Our dream for the future: We are an affirming, diverse, sustainable Christian community and is making a difference in the Athabasca region.

Core values:

Integrity: Words and deeds match up.  I am who I am, no matter where I am or who I am with.

Teamwork: Cooperative effort by a group or team.

Learning: Valuing the lessons we glean from interactions; education is prioritized.

Communication:  Honest, open transference of thoughts, opinions, and information to stakeholders.

                                                                  Faith/Religion: Belief in a higher power. 

We have a place for you. Why not visit and get a feel for our church? Drop in for any of our gatherings or community events, or just stop in at the church building for a visit. Of course, feel free to contact us at any time.