CONNECT . EQUIP . INSPIRE
The First Third Ministry of Chinook Winds and Pacific Mountain Regional Councils partners with United Church of Canada communities, to inspire those in the first third of their life, to live Christlike lives of justice, hope and compassion in the world.

Current Highlights!
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For Children and their Leaders

Registration remains open for Imagine: Children's Retreat at Kasota East Camp. For ages 8-12! REGISTRATION EXTENDED TO MARCH 27!

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​Host Camp Caravan 2025 – Bring Camp to Your Community!

We are excited to invite your Community of Faith to be part of something truly special—hosting Camp Caravan 2025!

Camp Caravan is a travelling camping ministry in the Chinook Winds Region that brings faith, fun, and community engagement to children and families right where they are. Now heading into our 10th summer, we are expanding our reach and seeking new host communities to partner with us in this transformative ministry.

LEARN MORE.

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For Youth

Chinook Winds & Pacific Mountain Youth Council!

Go to the Youth Council page for youth-directed ways and leadership, to engage and lead in the life of the United Church of Canada

Youth Forum at GC45! 

Summer Employment Opportunities for Youth and Young Adults

First Third Ministry is committed to providing opportunities for young people to develop their leadership skills through meaningful summer employment. ​

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For Leaders!

Leaders Online Gathering
Second & Fourth Tuesday of every month
Gather via Zoom monthly for community, connection and support with others in ministry (of all kinds) with children, youth, families, young adults
LEARN MORE & REGISTER!

First Third Ministry Resource Highlights

RESOURCE: Listening & Learning Together for Reconciliation and Relationship

RESOURCE: Ideas for Celebration God's Creation

About Us

First Third Ministry is ministry with and for people in the Pacific Mountain and  Chinook Winds  Regional Councils, who are in the first of life's three stages: people Birth to mid-30s, including families of all makes and shapes and sizes. First Third Ministry Animators and Team Lead offers events, leadership development and community of faith support. The following organizations and groups are part of our network too:

First Third Ministry, as a ministry of The United Church of Canada, continues to walk the road of healing and truth telling. Our Territorial Acknowledgment is an important part of our Reconciliation work and represents our understanding of place, power and ways of knowing. Our Territorial Acknowledgment will continue to evolve as our Reconciliation journey continues. The United Church of Canada has much to atone for and we recognize the church’s role in the colonial project and in particular the traumas inflicted upon children by the church’s ministries.

READ OUR FULL RECONCILIATION STATEMENT HERE.