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Calgary Herald
08-06-2025
- General
- Calgary Herald
Hundreds gather in Calgary as United Church of Canada celebrates 100th anniversary
More than 400 people packed the pews at Knox United Church on Sunday to mark the 100th anniversary of the United Church of Canada, a milestone that drew together members and non-members from across southern Alberta for an afternoon of music, prayer and community. Article content The main floor of the historic downtown church was nearly full before the 2 p.m. start time, with organizers directing attendees to the balcony to accommodate the crowd. Article content Article content Article content 'It's an excellent turnout,' said Rev. Nancy Nourse, one of the event organizers. 'We have more than 20 United Churches present here today to either participate or to be part of the music.' Article content Article content The celebration featured prayer, a 'Hymns of the Century' sing-along and musical worship led by a seven-member praise band, accompanied by the Church's grand piano and organ. Article content Nourse said the event was open to all Calgarians, regardless of whether they identified as members of the church. Article content 'The United Church has always been an open door, radical welcome church,' she said. '(We) don't have any expectations except just come as you are. Everyone's welcome.' Article content She added that the centennial event was not just a celebration of the past, but an opportunity to reaffirm the church's values as it looks ahead. Article content Article content Article content Founded on June 10, 1925, through the union of Methodist, Presbyterian and Congregationalist churches, the United Church of Canada remains one of the country's largest Protestant denominations. The church, known for its progressive theology and social justice work, has long championed issues including LGBTQ2S+ inclusion, Indigenous reconciliation and gender equality. Article content 'We've always been a voice of welcome and full inclusion for everyone,' said Nourse, noting the United Church ordained its first woman in 1936 and its first openly gay minister in 1988. Article content 'We have always been voices of advocacy and social justice,' she added. 'We've had an impact on the fabric of Canada and the betterment of society, even when it's been more difficult.' Article content In 1986, the church formally apologized to Indigenous peoples for its role in colonization and harm caused through church-run residential schools. In 2016, the United Church marked the 30th anniversary of that apology, which marked a significant turning point in the church's relationship with Indigenous communities.
Associated Press
15-05-2025
- Business
- Associated Press
NCTC Promotes Jeff Nourse to General Counsel
OVERLAND PARK, Kan., May 15, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The National Cable Television Cooperative, Inc. (NCTC) is pleased to announce the promotion of Jeff Nourse to General Counsel, effective immediately. Nourse, who most recently served as Senior Vice President of Legal & Regulatory Affairs, has been with NCTC for over 15 years and has played a critical role in guiding the organization's legal and business strategy through a time of dynamic industry change. In his new role as General Counsel, Nourse will serve as the chief legal officer of NCTC and a key member of the senior leadership team. He will oversee all legal, regulatory, and compliance matters affecting the organization, including supervising NCTC's internal legal team and managing outside counsel. Additionally, he will act as NCTC's Corporate Secretary and Compliance Officer, supporting the NCTC Board of Directors on various governance issues. 'Nourse's deep understanding of the legal landscape, combined with his institutional knowledge and strategic insight of the NCTC, makes him an ideal choice to serve as our General Counsel,' said Lou Borrelli, CEO of NCTC. 'He has been an indispensable part of our leadership team, and we're excited to see him step into this critical role.' As General Counsel, Nourse will continue to provide counsel on a wide range of issues impacting NCTC's members and operations, including regulatory developments in television, broadband, and telecommunications; antitrust and cooperative risk; contract negotiation; employment law; and the legal aspects of employee benefits and healthcare plans. He will also lead internal compliance initiatives, training, and audits, promoting a culture of ethics and accountability across the organization. 'I'm honored to take on the role of General Counsel at a time when our members' industry is more complex and transformative than ever,' said Nourse. 'Over the past 15 years, I've had a front-row seat to our members' remarkable shift from traditional video service providers towards embracing more diversified and dynamic solutions to serve their customers and communities. I am immensely proud to have a small role contributing to their success.' About the National Content & Technology Cooperative The National Content & Technology Cooperative (NCTC) is a Kansas-based, not-for-profit corporation comprised of nearly 700 independent cable and broadband operators serving one-third of the connected households in all 50 United States and territories. The NCTC negotiates content, connectivity, and technology solutions for its member companies that create operational efficiencies, new products, and revenue streams for sustainable growth. For more information, visit: Media Contact: Christy Drummond, VP Marketing and Communications (913) 310-1551 [email protected] View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE NCTC
