Kootenay Cluster Gathering
DIY Church: The Gifts We Bring
~ Connecting in Faith, Renewing Community ~
“Now there are varieties of gifts, but the same Spirit.”
— 1 Corinthians 12:4
“Each of you should use whatever gift you have received to serve others, as faithful stewards of God’s grace in its various forms.”
— 1 Peter 4:10
This Kootenay Cluster Gathering is an opportunity for Communities of Faith to worship, learn, share gifts, and explore renewal together. Through plenary sessions, workshops, fellowship, and Sunday worship, participants will be invited to connect with one another and discover practical ways to strengthen local ministry.
Who Should Attend: All are Invited!
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- Ministry personnel
- Lay leaders
- Board and Council members
- Worship leaders
- Pastoral care visitors
- Youth and young adults
- Anyone interested in the future of their Community of Faith
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There will be a workshop to generate discussion and information to meet your need …
For more information
go to the PMR Leadershift website
REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN
Deadline for registration: August 31, 2026
Hotel booking deadline: August 25, 2026
(More information on the Registration form)
What is JUSTICE?
At the Kootenay Cluster Gathering in Grand Forks in October 2025, JUSTICE was the theme. We identified the following in a brainstorming activity:
We also “designed” individual squares to mark the weekend theme of “JUSTICE.” These were gathered and put together by Leah Gray in Nelson. This sheet is currently hanging in the Nelson United Church Trinity Lounge. It will be presented at the Kimberley gathering as an offering for another congregation to have for the next period of time.
A message from Ibi, Regional Minister, Pastoral Relations and Community of Faith Support for communities of faith in the Kootenays and the North
Dear friends in the Kootenays,
Grace and peace to you.
Beginning March 1, 2026, I will be offering Regional Ministry support to Communities of Faith in the North and the Kootenays, particularly in pastoral relations and community accompaniment.
I enter this season with gratitude for the faithful ministry already present across this region. In the coming months, my first priority will be to listen and learn about your contexts, the realities you are navigating, and how Regional Ministry can best offer steady and thoughtful support.
My focus will be to:
• Offer grounded pastoral presence
You are welcome to reach me at: IChuan@united-church.ca
Thank you for the ministry you continue to offer in your communities. I look forward to connecting with you.
Regional Minister
Sunday Worship Services
available online from some of our Pastoral Charges
Kimberley Shared Ministry: https://kimberleysm.ca/
https://www.youtube.com/@kimberleysharedministryang9548
Cranbrook United Church: Rev. Ibi Chuan https://cranbrookunited.ca/
https://is.gd/NKjGwX
Christ Church Trinity (Invermere): Rev. Brent Woodard https://wvsm.ca
https://is.gd/yX7N4M
Nelson United Church: Rev. Fredrick Thondhlana
https://www.nelsonunitedchurch.ca
https://www.youtube.com/c/NelsonUnitedChurch
Knox United Church (Fernie): Rev. Andrea Brennen
https://www.ferniesharedministry.ca/
Posted on https://www.facebook.com/profile.php
Castlegar United Church Rev. Robin Pengelly
https://castlegarunited.ca/
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC0CcxycWcilAzjF_z7ikKcg
In Other Kootenay Pastoral Charges
Boundary United Church Rev. Dale Burkart
Robertson Memorial United Church, Nakusp, BC
Facebook
Trinity United Church, Creston, BC
Communities in Faith Pastoral Charge, Trail/Rossland, BC. Rev. Sue Breisch
Youtube
Trinity United Church, Creston BC
Facebook
Daniel Bailey, who was the Music Director at Kimberley Shared Ministry, has recorded some hymns and uploaded them to his music site. Please feel free to use: Kimberley United Church Playlist
Resources presented by the Pacific Mountain Region
Pacific Mountain Region’s website
Pacific Mountain Region’s YouTube Channel
The United Church of Canada’s website
The United Church of Canada’s YouTube Channel