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Worship & Music Quadrimester Report
Joanne's first sermon after returning from her medical leave in early May was based on the Great Commission, Matthew 28 26-20, Jesus' last instruction to his disciples, to build a faith community of followers of Jesus not just believers. Mcdougall puts this into practice by creating opportunities for the community to get involved in events at the church where they can learn, socialize, discuss and worship together….
McDougall Outreach & Social Justice Ministry Update
Outreach & Social Justice Ministry is alive and busy at McDougall! At our summer wrap-up meeting on June 1, 2026 – we received updates on our ongoing work and challenges…
SECOND QUADRIMESTRE (May - August) 2026 PASTORAL CARE REPORT
Clergy: Rev. Bill Weaver
Committee : Shirley Wilding, Sharon Hudspeth, Katie Mutlow, Joan Johnston, & Esther Petersen
As Pastoral Care Minister, Rev. Bill serves McDougall, Ogden, and Red Deer Lake phoning and visiting people. Rev. Joanne Anquist returned from her Medical leave on May 4, 2026.
Leadership Council First Quadrimestre Report (January – April 2026)
Your Leadership Council has had a busy start to 2026. We held two regularly scheduled meetings, hosted a Town Hall Meeting, and held our Annual General Meeting…
First Quadrimestre Report to the McDougall Congregation From the Joint Advisory Council
The Joint Advisory Council (originally called the Joint Vision and Planning Group) is a team of church leaders representing McDougall, Red Deer Lake and Ogden United Churches. This group has been responsible for the development, implementation and oversight of our Shared Ministry Team MOU agreements since 2023…
Pastoral Care First Quadrimestre Report (January - April) 2026
Clergy: Rev. Bill Weaver
Committee : Shirley Wilding, Sharon Hudspeth, Katie Mutlow, Joan Johnston, & Esther Petersen
As Pastoral Care Minister, Rev. Bill serves McDougall, Ogden, and Red Deer Lake phoning and visiting people. While Rev. Joanne Anquist is on medical leave, Rev. Bill has taken over the position as full time Spiritual Lead Minister and Rev. Grant Dawson has been 3/4 time, 30 hours a week. preaching and doing Pastoral Care. Rev. Danah is back to 20 hours a week – half time at his request
AGM Wrap Up
Thank you to everyone who was able to attend the 2026 AGM on Sunday, March 1st….
Leadership Council: Volunteer Positions Week 5
This week we will be looking at the Vision Team Leads/Co-leads and Other Members of the Leadership Council
Leadership Council: Volunteer Positions Week 4
Learn more about our Ministry Team Leads/Co-leads and Working Group Leads/Co-leads
Leadership Council: Volunteer Positions Week 3
Learn more about our Members at Large and Secretary Positions
Pastoral Care Ministry Team Third Quadrimestre Report Sept. – Dec. 2025.
Pastoral Care Update
Leadership Council: Volunteer Positions Week 2
Learn more about our Treasurer and Assistant Treasurer
Leadership Council: Volunteer Positions Week 1
Learn more about our Leadership Council Co-Leads
Town Hall Meeting Summary Notes: January 18, 2026
Learn more about what was discussed at the recent Town Hall
Chili Lunch and Town Hall Meeting Sunday January 18, following the Worship Service
The purpose of this Town Hall meeting is to provide updates regarding…
Worship and Congregational Leadership Minister Report: May – December 2025
2025 was a busy year with lots happening in our church life…..
Leadership Council Third Quadrimestre Report (September - December 2025)
During the third Quadrimestre of 2025 the Leadership Council had two regularly scheduled meetings.
We continue to be grateful for the individuals who have volunteered to be a part of the Leadership Council as well as those individuals who volunteer for the variety of events and programs planned by our various ministry teams and working groups….