Aurora United Church Women (AUCW)
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As part of an affirming congregation, we welcome all women and those who identify as women
Our Vision
As United Church Women we believe: that as Christian women of faith, we nurture spirituality by reaching out with commitment and devotion to all God’s people; in promoting truth, justice, peace, caring, and sharing with respect for all in the community and wider world; in loving God and others by living generously and giving joyfully; and in affirming and strengthening ourselves creatively in study and witness through music, laughter, and solitude.
Our Mission Statement
Our mission is to love God; to foster Christian faithfulness, spirituality, commitment, and devotion, and to promote love and respect by living generously and giving joyfully to all God’s people; and to affirm and strengthen ourselves creatively.
Our Purpose
To unite women of the congregation for the total mission of the church and to provide a medium through which they may express their loyalty and devotion to Jesus Christ in Christian witness, study, fellowship, and service.
A Brief History of UCW
Women’s groups have always played an active part in supporting the work of the church. In 1962 two organizations, the Woman’s Missionary Society (WMS) and the Woman’s Association (WA) combined to form the United Church Women.
Whether cutting, sewing and delivering Christmas Stockings, baking pies, cookies and other goodies for bake sales, knitting, sewing and crafting for the bazaars or organizing and promoting book sales, a Speaker series and other events, UCW members have cheerfully contributed thousands of hours of volunteer work all in the name of service to others. This fellowship of shared work has created many long-lasting friendships.
Beginning in September 2026, for a one-year trial period, our two units, Seekers and Grace, will combine to meet on the 4th Monday of the month.
Location: Historic Chapel of Trinity Anglican Church (79 Victoria St. in Aurora) unless otherwise announced.
September, December, March, April, May and June at 7:00 p.m.
October, November, January and February at 1:00 p.m.
At our monthly meetings we enjoy thought-provoking worship and programs, with plenty of time for refreshments and fellowship. There are:
- Creative programs by our members
- Guest speakers
- Outings such as neighbourhood walks, birdwatching, garden tours
- Dinner out at least once a year, usually in March
- Fundraising for local community organizations (e.g. Women’s Centre of York Region, Aurora Food Pantry etc.) via
- Annual Book Sale
- Annual Christmas Stocking Program
- Loonie Auction
UCW members are organized into smaller groups to plan programs and conduct meetings. Some have been active in UCW for 50+ years, others, for only a year or two. Newcomers are always WELCOME!
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Aurora UCW is affiliated with other UCW groups through participation in Shining Waters Regional UCW as well as through the National UCW.
Our Latest News:
AUCW Bean Soup Fundraiser
The AUCW is selling bean soup kits at $10/kit. 100% of the gross proceeds will go to the AUC Reconstruction Fund which is overseen by the AUCW.
For more information contact the Aurora United Church Office: info@auroraunitedchurch.ca or (905) 727-1935, ext. 21
