Port Perry Pastoral Charge
The Port Perry Pastoral Charge is a Canadian nonprofit organization with the business registration number 106887979RR0001. It operates as part of The United Church of Canada, a Protestant Christian denomination, and serves the Scugog Pastoral Charge, encompassing congregations in the Port Perry area of Ontario[2].

Structure and Affiliation
As a pastoral charge, it represents a grouping of local congregations under shared ministerial leadership within the United Church's structure. The charge is a member of the East Central Ontario Regional Council, one of several regional bodies that oversee the denomination's ministries and governance[2]. Its activities include weekly worship services, community outreach initiatives, and programs to foster spiritual growth[1][3].

Mission and Activities
The organization emphasizes creating "a safe space for searching souls," reflecting its commitment to inclusive worship and community engagement[1]. Its outreach efforts focus on addressing local needs through collaborative projects, though specific initiatives are not detailed in publicly available sources[3]. The broader United Church framework prioritizes social justice, environmental stewardship, and ecumenical cooperation, which likely inform the charge's programs[2].

Historical and Regional Context
While the exact founding date of the Port Perry Pastoral Charge is not documented, it operates within a network of United Church congregations with historical roots in early 20th-century Canadian Protestantism. The charge serves a rural and small-town population in the Regional Municipality of Durham, aligning with the denomination's emphasis on adapting ministry models to diverse community contexts[2].

Note: The organization's website (www.portperryunited.com) provides additional details about its worship services and community involvement[1][3].