Minister’s Message for June 2026
- Rev. Dr. Bruce Sweet
- 2 hours ago
- 2 min read
Greetings to all.
As we enter this new, and hopefully warmer, month of June, may we continue to be always open to opportunities for service.
Acts of kindness are contagious. When we feel cared for, we are much more likely to support others, strengthening the fabric of our communities.
We continue with our weekly gathering of "Sacred Space". We meet on Wednesdays alternately at Coldwater and Eady, 11am to noon.
Too, please remember that everyone is welcome to the weekly Community Meal at Coldwater United Church. It is held from 11:30 AM to 12:45. The meal is free! Donations are also welcome.
June, the sixth month of the Gregorian calendar, marks the official start of summer in the Northern Hemisphere. It is widely celebrated as Pride Month, National Indigenous History Month, and Great Outdoors Month. Named after the Roman goddess of marriage (Juno), it remains a pivotal time for astronomical, cultural, and environmental milestones. The month is packed with major global, environmental, and cultural highlights:
Month-Long Observances
Pride Month: Celebrates LGBTQ2S+ history, culture, and equal rights, paying tribute to the 1969 Stonewall Riots.National Indigenous History Month (Canada): A dedicated time to honor the history, heritage, and diversity of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis peoples.
June 1: Global Day of Parents.
June 5: World Environment Day, promoting global awareness and action for the protection of our environment.
June 8: World Oceans Day.
June 19: Juneteenth: Celebrates the emancipation of enslaved African Americans and marks the official end of slavery in the United States.
June 20: World Refugee Day, honoring those forced to flee their homes due to conflict.
June 21: Summer Solstice: The first day of astronomical summer and the longest period of daylight.
June 21: Father’s Day: A day to celebrate fathers, father figures, and their contributions to families.
June 21: National Indigenous Peoples Day (Canada): A specific day of recognition for Indigenous cultures, coinciding with the summer solstice.
June 24: Saint-Jean-Baptiste Day: Celebrated heavily in Quebec, Canada, marking the midsummer festival.
June 27: Canadian Multiculturalism Day: A day celebrating Canada's diverse cultural heritage.
So, enjoy this interesting month.
And you may also feel free to contact me.
705-209-3899
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