Exploring a Century of Intersections, Images, and Ideologies in Faith and Education
All are invited for a day of centennial reflection!
On May 5, 2025, St. Stephen’s College will host a day of reflection to mark two centennials that fall near one another: the 100th anniversary of The United Church of Canada (in Summer 2025) and the 100th convocation of St. Stephen’s College (held in Fall 2024).
The College and the Church have a long, winding, and intertwined history with one another. Join us as we explore the intersections, images, and ideologies that have shaped faith and education in ¾ÅÐãÖ±²¥ over the past one hundred years.
Two Ways to Participate
A Day of Reflection
This day-long event will include story telling circles, a panel of college and faith community representatives exploring the images and intersections that have shaped church, college, and community in ¾ÅÐãÖ±²¥, a panel of St. Stephen’s students and alumni discussing various fields of UCC ministry practice (including ordained ministry, diaconal ministry, and public-sector ministries such as chaplaincy and counselling), and discussion with the Right Rev. Dr. Carmen Lansdowne, Moderator of the United Church of Canada.
Date and Time: May 5, 2025, 9.00am–4.30pm
Location: Southminster-Steinhauer United Church (10740 19 Ave, Edmonton, parking available onsite)
Cost: Free
Details: Lunch and refreshments will be provided. Please RSVP so we can confirm numbers.
An Evening with the Moderator
All are invited to a free public talk and discussion with the Right Rev. Dr. Carmen Lansdowne. As both the College and the Church move into a new century, Dr. Lansdowne will bring words of challenge and inspiration for communities seeking to be diverse, courageous, hope-filled, compassionate, and globally conscious.
Date and Time: May 5, 2025, 7.00–8.30pm
Location: Southminster-Steinhauer United Church (10740 19 Ave, Edmonton, parking available onsite)
Cost: Free
St. Stephen’s College gratefully acknowledges the generous support from The Centennial Granting Fund at The United Church of Canada Foundation which helped bring this celebration to life.