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Our Mandate
Why do exist?
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To educate the church in London Conference about the work of the UCC
with its overseas partners in God’s mission.
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To advocate on behalf of all people for justice and peace.
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To facilitate opportunities for churches and church members to
engage/participate in global mission through a variety of projects
and programs.
What do we do?
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Gather for meetings at
least 3 times per year.
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Organize workshops on
current themes relating to global mission.
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Communicate with
Presbyteries and congregations about the United Church’s work with
global partners.
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Promote support for M&S
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Facilitate and organize
orientation for conference education and exposure visits.
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Organize arrangements for
hosting of overseas visitors and overseas personnel on home
assignment as needed.
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Facilitate interfaith and
interagency dialogue and action.
Who are we?
Voting Members:
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Chair (appointed annually by the Conference) |
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Secretary |
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One representative from each presbytery |
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1 representative from Conference United Church Women
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Representatives from related coalitions/groups:
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E.g. Kairos, CFGB, |
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Returned Overseas Personnel |
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Global Mission Personnel Facilitator (appointed by
JGER) |
Corresponding Members:
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Any other interested people |
Gifts and Skills:
Members should have a passion for
the global mission of the church, with particular interest in justice
and peace, and a desire to promote the United Church’s global
partnerships through education and advocacy.
Visitors since May 3, 2009
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