Networks

In 1995 Hamilton Conference decided to carry out its Christian programming in a new way: people would be encouraged to gather around common passions, interests or concerns for which they would be willing to take responsibility. A network consists of clergy and lay people from congregations throughout Hamilton Conference who are willing to commit time and energy to this specific ministry.

Following is a brief description of the current networks of Hamilton Conference.
Please consider getting involved in one of these networks by using the contact listed for each network!

Children and youth Network – To provide support and easily accessible resources to individuals working with children and youth.
Contact: Linda Clark, 27 Fiona Crescent, Hamilton, ON  L9C 6Z1
Telephone: 905 383-8634, e-mail: lindaclark60@sympatico.ca.

Daring Hope for Gender Justice Network – To address issues of gender justice in the church and in the world. To be a part of local, national and international networks that build solidarity by acting on the goals of the decade of Churches in Solidarity with Women and Children.
Contact: Catharine Savage, 133 Walter Street., Kitchener, ON  N2G 1S3
Telephone: 519 579-5268, e-mail: csavage@gto.net

Resource Distribution Network - To promote resource distribution in all congregations and presbyteries in Hamilton Conference – includes four resource centres and spiritual and educational resources..
Contact: Jackie Childerhose, Grand River Bookstore & Video Library (Avel), P.O. Box 553, Paris, ON N3L 3E7
Telephone: 519 442-3366 or 1-888-668-0871
e-mail: avel_booksandvideos@on.aibn.com

Stewardship Education Network – Out of God's gratitude for God's abundant grace, we respond with all we are and have in a pilgrimage of caring, learning, and advocacy so that God’s gifts may be shared by all creation.
Contact: Bill West, 1735 Sunningdale Bend, Mississauga, ON, L5J 1G1.
Telephone: 905 822-1113, e-mail: wkwest@hotmail.com

Week of Guided Prayer Network - To enhance the prayer journey of the individual and the church community through Week of Guided Prayer retreats.
Contact: Heather Leffler, Box 205, Clifford, ON N0G 1M0
Telephone: 519 327-8378, e-mail: hleffler@wightman.ca

Units

Bearing Faithful Public Witness Unit - To co-ordinate, lift up and encourage the social and global justice work within Hamilton Conference.
Contact: Christina Paradela, 181 Parkview St., Hamilton, ON  L8S 3Y4
Telephone: (905) 526-6162, e-mail:  christinaparadela@hotmail.com