South Mountain-Hallville Pastoral Charge

The South Mountain-Hallville Pastoral Charge is a religious organization within the United Church of Canada, serving a rural community in Eastern Ontario. It is located south of Ottawa, covering parts of the townships of North Dundas and North Grenville.

Overview

The charge operates within a predominantly agricultural-based community. The area benefits from its proximity to urban amenities, with Ottawa being about 40 minutes away via Highway 416. This allows residents to enjoy both the convenience of city services and the tranquility of rural living.

Community Services

The South Mountain-Hallville Pastoral Charge encompasses several small hamlets, including:

• South Mountain: Offers a range of services such as a funeral home, post office, public library, golf course with a restaurant, and a volunteer fire station.
• Hallville: Though not listed as having specific services like those in South Mountain, it is part of the larger pastoral charge.
• Heckston, Inkerman, and Mountain: These hamlets are generally quiet and residential, with Inkerman and Mountain lacking the basic services available in others.

Role in The United Church of Canada

As part of the United Church of Canada, the South Mountain-Hallville Pastoral Charge participates in the broader mission to be a bold, connected, evolving church, fostering diverse, courageous, hope-filled communities. It contributes to the spiritual and social needs of its community through worship, outreach, and support for local organizations. The organization is part of a larger network that operates under the governance of the General Council, which is the primary decision-making body for the United Church.

Registration

The South Mountain-Hallville Pastoral Charge is registered as a nonprofit organization with a Business Registration Number of 107996654RR0001.

Philanthropy and Support

The pastoral charge encourages regular contributions and donations to support its congregations and activities. These donations help sustain community programs and services provided by the organization.