Celebrate 100 Years of The United Church of Canada

Join Us at Peninsula United Church for a Month of Worship, Music, and Memory-Making

“That they may all be one.” — John 17:21

June 2025 marks the centennial of a remarkable moment in Canadian history: the founding of The United Church of Canada. Join Peninsula United Church as we honour this milestone with five special Sundays filled with worship, music, communion, reflection, and joyful community spirit.

📅 Every Sunday in June | 🕙 10:00 AM Worship | 📍 Peninsula United Church

From the Arena to Today: A United Journey

Featured Photo: June 10, 1925

The historic Inauguration of The United Church of Canada took place in the Mutual Street Arena in Toronto, bringing together Methodist, Congregationalist, and many Presbyterian churches in an unprecedented act of unity.

🕊️ For nearly 100 years, we’ve walked in faith, justice, and love—together.

Celebrating Our Story

June 2025 Worship Series

Join Peninsula United Church every Sunday in June 2025 as we celebrate the 100th anniversary of The United Church of Canada with a special worship series. Each week explores a unique theme—from unity and diversity to music, memory, and vision for the future.

Experience spirit-filled services including Pentecost Sunday, Communion, All-Music Sunday, and Membership Sunday as we honour our past, embrace the present, and look ahead to the next 100 years.

📍 All are welcome—come celebrate a century of faith, hope, and community with us in South Surrey-White Rock, BC.

Jun

1

June 1 – Make Us One

10:00AM | Crescent on 127th Street

Begin our celebration by honouring the bold spirit of unity that formed the United Church. Through prayer, reflection, and song, we recommit to the vision of being one in Christ.

Jun

8

June 8 – Our Theological Banquet

Pentecost Sunday & Communion Sunday

10:00AM | Crescent on 127th Street

Taste and see the richness of our theological diversity! This vibrant Sunday invites us to the communion table and to a celebration of the many voices and traditions that shape our identity.

Jun

10

June 10 – UCC 100th Anniversary Fraser Valley Gathering

6:00PM | United Churches of Langley - Murrayville
21562 Old Yale Rd, Langley

On the evening of that church union anniversary day, June 10, the people of the West Fraser United Church congregations in North Delta, Surrey, and Langley invite all congregants, especially former Presbytery reps, from throughout the Fraser Valley to gather at United Churches of Langley to share in fellowship and to watch together one of the two national Centennial worship services being prepared for the Church Union weekend. Learn More

Jun

15

June 15 – Then Shall We Sing

All-Music Sunday & Membership Sunday
10:00AM | Crescent on 127th Street

Experience a joyful, music-filled service that lifts every voice! Celebrate the gift of song and welcome new members into our community.

Jun

22

June 22 – The Next 100 Years

10:00AM | Crescent on 127th Street

Where are we headed? Join us in dreaming boldly about the future of the church as we look ahead with hope, faith, and action.

Jun

29

June 29 – The Legacy We Leave

10:00AM | Crescent on 127th Street

Reflect on the stories and saints who have shaped us. This final Sunday honours the enduring legacy of those who came before—and calls us to plant seeds for generations to come.

Celebrating Our Story

June 2025 Worship Series

Join Peninsula United Church every Sunday in June 2025 as we celebrate the 100th anniversary of The United Church of Canada with a special worship series. Each week explores a unique theme—from unity and diversity to music, memory, and vision for the future.

Experience spirit-filled services including Pentecost Sunday, Communion, All-Music Sunday, and Membership Sunday as we honour our past, embrace the present, and look ahead to the next 100 years.

📍 All are welcome—come celebrate a century of faith, hope, and community with us in South Surrey-White Rock, BC.

Jun

1

June 1 – Make Us One

10:00AM | Crescent on 127th Street

Begin our celebration by honouring the bold spirit of unity that formed the United Church. Through prayer, reflection, and song, we recommit to the vision of being one in Christ.

Jun

8

June 8 – Our Theological Banquet

Pentecost Sunday & Communion Sunday

10:00AM | Crescent on 127th Street

Taste and see the richness of our theological diversity! This vibrant Sunday invites us to the communion table and to a celebration of the many voices and traditions that shape our identity.

Jun

10

June 10 – UCC 100th Anniversary Fraser Valley Gathering

6:00PM | United Churches of Langley - Murrayville
21562 Old Yale Rd, Langley

On the evening of that church union anniversary day, June 10, the people of the West Fraser United Church congregations in North Delta, Surrey, and Langley invite all congregants, especially former Presbytery reps, from throughout the Fraser Valley to gather at United Churches of Langley to share in fellowship and to watch together one of the two national Centennial worship services being prepared for the Church Union weekend. Learn More

Jun

15

June 15 – Then Shall We Sing

All-Music Sunday & Membership Sunday
10:00AM | Crescent on 127th Street

Experience a joyful, music-filled service that lifts every voice! Celebrate the gift of song and welcome new members into our community.

Jun

22

June 22 – The Next 100 Years

10:00AM | Crescent on 127th Street

Where are we headed? Join us in dreaming boldly about the future of the church as we look ahead with hope, faith, and action.

Jun

29

June 29 – The Legacy We Leave

10:00AM | Crescent on 127th Street

Reflect on the stories and saints who have shaped us. This final Sunday honours the enduring legacy of those who came before—and calls us to plant seeds for generations to come.

Share Your United Church Story

We want to hear from YOU!

Whether you’ve grown up in the United Church or joined recently, your story matters. We’re gathering anecdotes, memories, photos, and reflections from members and friends across the country to honour our shared journey.

💬 What’s your favourite United Church memory?
📸 Have a photo of your congregation’s past?
📝 Want to share a reflection, tribute, or story of transformation?

SUBMIT YOUR STORY HERE

Upload photos, share a memory, or write a prayer of thanksgiving. Selected submissions will be featured online and in worship.

Across the Country: A Photo Mosaic of United Churches

A visual tribute to the beauty and diversity of United Church communities coast to coast.

For nearly a century, The United Church of Canada has stood as a bold voice for social justice, inclusion, ecumenical partnership, and progressive faith. As we mark this centennial, we remember not only our history—but our call to continue living Christ’s love in the world.