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SUMMARY:Special Presentation by Indigenous Author Patty Krawec
DESCRIPTION:Indigenous author Patty Krawec will be speaking about her book “Becoming Kin: An Indigenous Call to Unforgetting the Past and Reimagining Our Future” and other writings
URL:https://shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca/event/special-presentation-by-indigenous-author-patty-krawec/
LOCATION:Roncesvalles United Church\, 240 Roncesvalles Ave\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M6R 1M3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Educational,Intercultural,Justice,Right Relations
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250601T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250601T113000
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SUMMARY:Indigenous Author Patty Krawec in Conversation
DESCRIPTION:Renowned Canadian author of “Becoming Kin” and other books on Indigenous culture will be reading from her work and answering questions
URL:https://shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca/event/indigenous-author-patty-krawec-in-conversation/
LOCATION:Roncesvalles United Church\, 240 Roncesvalles Ave\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M6R 1M3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Educational,Right Relations
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250510T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250510T120000
DTSTAMP:20260426T110241
CREATED:20250428T130032Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250428T130032Z
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SUMMARY:Practical Ideas for Housing Searches in Refugee Settlement
DESCRIPTION:Identification of appropriate housing and securing it can be one of the biggest challenges faced by private refugee sponsors. This two-hour\, online\, no cost workshop will add new skills to a private refugee sponsor group’s tool kit and help them get a handle on the current housing environment.
URL:https://shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca/event/practical-ideas-for-housing-searches-in-refugee-settlement/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Educational
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ORGANIZER;CN="Private refugee Sponsor Network (Ontario)":MAILTO:b.sheffield@rogers.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250505T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250505T160000
DTSTAMP:20260426T110241
CREATED:20250428T124951Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250428T124951Z
UID:10004646-1746453600-1746460800@shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca
SUMMARY:Msko-mjigoodenh Giizhigad Red Dress Day Ceremony
DESCRIPTION:Red Dress Day\, also known as the National Day of Awareness for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls and Two-Spirit People\, is observed on May 5th. \nJoin us in the DPNCHC Backyard\, 1900 Davenport Rd\, Toronto\, while Sandra Campbell of TUNM leads us in ceremony through prayers\, smudge\, drum and song.
URL:https://shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca/event/msko-mjigoodenh-giizhigad-red-dress-day-ceremony/
LOCATION:Davenport Perth Community Ministry\, 1900 Davenport Rd\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M6N 1B7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Educational,Intercultural,Justice,Right Relations
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ORGANIZER;CN="Davenport Perth Community Ministry":MAILTO:dpcommunityministry@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250306T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250306T170000
DTSTAMP:20260426T110241
CREATED:20241231T215156Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241231T215156Z
UID:10004390-1741273200-1741280400@shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca
SUMMARY:Davenport Community Land Trust Charter Talks
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Thursdays over the next 10 weeks (January 16 – March 20\, 2025). The Charter Talks build upon earlier initiatives to have Davenport residents put together their own Davenport Community Land Trust (DCLT) Charter. \nThis Charter contains several articles dealing with how potential DCLT residents can support one another through resolving conflict\, providing appropriate services\, ensuring access to recreation activities\, and several other initiatives. These talks will take place over 10 weeks in 2025\, and each week will include discussions about how we can add to each preexisting Charter article and whether we should include new articles as well. These talks are taking place in the hopes of having a fully completed Charter at the end of 10 weeks. \nHelp Create a Davenport where:\n– No One is Under Threat of Displacement.\n– Where Members of the Community feel Safe\, are Joyful\, have Dignity\, and can be Housed; Where Members of the Community have Access to Spaces where they feel a Sense of Belonging.
URL:https://shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca/event/davenport-community-land-trust-charter-talks/2025-03-06/
LOCATION:Davenport Perth Community Ministry\, 1900 Davenport Rd\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M6N 1B7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Educational,Justice
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ORGANIZER;CN="Tina Conlon":MAILTO:dpcommunityministry@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250223T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250223T120000
DTSTAMP:20260426T110241
CREATED:20250131T210653Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250207T145337Z
UID:10004531-1740306600-1740312000@shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca
SUMMARY:POSTPONED: "Mziki Wa Injili: A Celebration of Kenyan Gospel Music"
DESCRIPTION:POSTPONED – Humbercrest United Church’s special Black History Month event to be held on February 23 has been postponed due to unforseen circumstances. Mziki Wa Injili: A Celebration of Kenyan Gospel Music featuring talented Kenyan singer\, Ruth Matete\, backed by The TLW (Toronto Let’s Worship) Band will be rescheduled\, and we will share those details in our regional Event Calendar when they become available.
URL:https://shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca/event/a-special-black-history-month-event-at-humbercrest-uc-mziki-wa-injili-a-celebration-of-kenyan-gospel-music/
LOCATION:Humbercrest United Church\, 16 Baby Point Rd\, Toronto\, Ontario\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Educational,Intercultural,Shining Waters Regional Council Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Humbercrest United Church":MAILTO:info@humbercrest.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250213T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250213T183000
DTSTAMP:20260426T110241
CREATED:20250131T210834Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250131T212637Z
UID:10004533-1739466000-1739471400@shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca
SUMMARY:Book Launch - Soul Care for Self-Injury
DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, February 13\, 2025\, 5–6:30 p.m.\, Emmanuel College Chapel and Online\, Free. \n“Soul Care for Self-Injury: Theological Reflection and Spiritual Care Strategies\,” a new book by Amy Panton\, assistant professor of practical theology at Emmanuel College. \nThrough a thoughtful theological lens\, Amy explores the complexities of self-injury\, offering insights and spiritual care strategies for those who support individuals on their healing journey. At the event\, Amy will engage in a conversation with Dr. Iris J. Gildea and Shauna Kubossek\, discussing key insights from the book\, followed by an open Q&A session. Attendees will have the chance to purchase copies of the book with a 10% discount. There will also be food and fun giveaways! \nTarget audience: spiritual care providers\, psycho-spiritual therapists\, practical theology students\, youth workers\, friends and family members of people who self-injure\, members of the disability community\, mental health researchers\, social workers\, and people with lived experience of self-injury. \nThere is a zoom option to attend as well. To RSVP please see their website here.
URL:https://shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca/event/book-launch-soul-care-for-self-injury/
LOCATION:Emmanuel College\, 75 Queen's Park Crescent East\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M5S 1K7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Educational
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250206T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250206T170000
DTSTAMP:20260426T110241
CREATED:20241231T215156Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241231T215156Z
UID:10004386-1738854000-1738861200@shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca
SUMMARY:Davenport Community Land Trust Charter Talks
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Thursdays over the next 10 weeks (January 16 – March 20\, 2025). The Charter Talks build upon earlier initiatives to have Davenport residents put together their own Davenport Community Land Trust (DCLT) Charter. \nThis Charter contains several articles dealing with how potential DCLT residents can support one another through resolving conflict\, providing appropriate services\, ensuring access to recreation activities\, and several other initiatives. These talks will take place over 10 weeks in 2025\, and each week will include discussions about how we can add to each preexisting Charter article and whether we should include new articles as well. These talks are taking place in the hopes of having a fully completed Charter at the end of 10 weeks. \nHelp Create a Davenport where:\n– No One is Under Threat of Displacement.\n– Where Members of the Community feel Safe\, are Joyful\, have Dignity\, and can be Housed; Where Members of the Community have Access to Spaces where they feel a Sense of Belonging.
URL:https://shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca/event/davenport-community-land-trust-charter-talks/2025-02-06/
LOCATION:Davenport Perth Community Ministry\, 1900 Davenport Rd\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M6N 1B7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Educational,Justice
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ORGANIZER;CN="Tina Conlon":MAILTO:dpcommunityministry@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250202T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250202T113000
DTSTAMP:20260426T110241
CREATED:20250116T154449Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250122T164641Z
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SUMMARY:Play and Sing!
DESCRIPTION:Play & Sing! offers space for children and their care-givers to connect in community through play\, stories\, and music. We offer two 10-week programs beginning January 11th (50 minute sessions on Saturday mornings). \nKids will have time to play freely in the space while parents enjoy tea or coffee before gathering for story time. \nStory time will help us get ready to make music\, where we will sing and use instruments to help develop basic musical skills and explore the world around us! \nLearn more and register online: https://islingtonunited.org/event/play-sing/2025-01-11/
URL:https://shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca/event/play-and-sing/2025-02-02/
LOCATION:Islington United Church\, 25 Burnhamthorpe Road\, Toronto\, ON\, M9A 1G9
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Educational
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ORGANIZER;CN="Islington United Church":MAILTO:office@islingtonunited.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250130T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250130T213000
DTSTAMP:20260426T110241
CREATED:20250116T152858Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250116T152858Z
UID:10004405-1738263600-1738272600@shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca
SUMMARY:Conspiracy Theories and Religion: An Evening with Justin Ling
DESCRIPTION:Does ‘religion’ cultivate conspiratorial thinking? Are theology and conspiracism the same kind of ‘knowledge’? Or can theological thinking and faith communities offer critical resources to counter the conspiracism that increasingly threatens public life? \nJoin award-winning journalist Justin Ling to explore the relationship between ‘religion’ and ‘conspiracism’ at St. Andrew’s United Church (Yonge/Bloor) on 30 January. After his keynote presentation\, Justin will dialogue with the Rev’d Morgan Bell (a minister at St. Andrew’s and PhD candidate in theology at the University of Toronto) before fielding audience questions. \nIn lieu of admission\, freewill donations will benefit the Canadian Journalists for Free Expression. This event is offered online and in-person.
URL:https://shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca/event/conspiracy-theories-and-religion-an-evening-with-justin-ling/
LOCATION:St. Andrew’s United Church\, Toronto\, 117 Bloor St. East\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M4W 1A9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Educational,Justice,Livestreaming
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ORGANIZER;CN="Morgan":MAILTO:morgan.bell@standrewsunited.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250116T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250116T170000
DTSTAMP:20260426T110241
CREATED:20241231T215156Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241231T215156Z
UID:10004383-1737039600-1737046800@shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca
SUMMARY:Davenport Community Land Trust Charter Talks
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Thursdays over the next 10 weeks (January 16 – March 20\, 2025). The Charter Talks build upon earlier initiatives to have Davenport residents put together their own Davenport Community Land Trust (DCLT) Charter. \nThis Charter contains several articles dealing with how potential DCLT residents can support one another through resolving conflict\, providing appropriate services\, ensuring access to recreation activities\, and several other initiatives. These talks will take place over 10 weeks in 2025\, and each week will include discussions about how we can add to each preexisting Charter article and whether we should include new articles as well. These talks are taking place in the hopes of having a fully completed Charter at the end of 10 weeks. \nHelp Create a Davenport where:\n– No One is Under Threat of Displacement.\n– Where Members of the Community feel Safe\, are Joyful\, have Dignity\, and can be Housed; Where Members of the Community have Access to Spaces where they feel a Sense of Belonging.
URL:https://shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca/event/davenport-community-land-trust-charter-talks/2025-01-16/
LOCATION:Davenport Perth Community Ministry\, 1900 Davenport Rd\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M6N 1B7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Educational,Justice
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ORGANIZER;CN="Tina Conlon":MAILTO:dpcommunityministry@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250111T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250111T113000
DTSTAMP:20260426T110241
CREATED:20250116T154449Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250122T164641Z
UID:10004407-1736584200-1736595000@shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca
SUMMARY:Play and Sing!
DESCRIPTION:Play & Sing! offers space for children and their care-givers to connect in community through play\, stories\, and music. We offer two 10-week programs beginning January 11th (50 minute sessions on Saturday mornings). \nKids will have time to play freely in the space while parents enjoy tea or coffee before gathering for story time. \nStory time will help us get ready to make music\, where we will sing and use instruments to help develop basic musical skills and explore the world around us! \nLearn more and register online: https://islingtonunited.org/event/play-sing/2025-01-11/
URL:https://shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca/event/play-and-sing/2025-01-11/
LOCATION:Islington United Church\, 25 Burnhamthorpe Road\, Toronto\, ON\, M9A 1G9
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Educational
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ORGANIZER;CN="Islington United Church":MAILTO:office@islingtonunited.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241201T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241201T130000
DTSTAMP:20260426T110241
CREATED:20240926T225441Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241004T135354Z
UID:10004273-1733047200-1733058000@shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca
SUMMARY:WE Holy Fun Program
DESCRIPTION:3 hour drop-off program for 12 weeks (October 6 to December 22) every Sunday from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. For children ages 4 to 12\nProgram details: Dance/Music\, Arts/Crafts\, Bible Storytelling\, Games/Sports\, Snacks. Limited spots for 10 children and $20 for the entire program.\nPlace: Willowdale Emmanuel United Church (349 Kenneth Ave.) To register: email jung.hong@hotmail.com or call/text 416-459-8134
URL:https://shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca/event/we-holy-fun-program-2/2024-12-01/
LOCATION:Willowdale Emmanuel UC\, 349 Kenneth Ave.\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M2N4V9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Educational
ORGANIZER;CN="WillowdaleEmmanuel United Church":MAILTO:weunitedchurch@hotmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241116T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241116T140000
DTSTAMP:20260426T110241
CREATED:20241101T145033Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241101T145033Z
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SUMMARY:Connecting to YOU Women's Retreat
DESCRIPTION:Join us in Islington United Church’s Stewart East Hall for our fall Connecting to You Women’s Retreat! \nFriday night\, we will explore how to make more room for ourselves. Saturday\, our guest speaker\, Miriam Frey – a Kitchener-Waterloo spiritual director and educator who teaches in Ontario Jubilee’s spiritual direction training program – will lead our discussion on how to make more room for the Holy’s presence in our lives. We will then consider how to practice “radical hospitality” by making room for others.
URL:https://shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca/event/connecting-to-you-womens-retreat-3/2024-11-16/
LOCATION:Islington United Church\, 25 Burnhamthorpe Road\, Toronto\, ON\, M9A 1G9
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Educational
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ORGANIZER;CN="Islington United Church":MAILTO:office@islingtonunited.org
END:VEVENT
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241115T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241115T210000
DTSTAMP:20260426T110241
CREATED:20241101T145033Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241101T145033Z
UID:10004283-1731697200-1731704400@shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca
SUMMARY:Connecting to YOU Women's Retreat
DESCRIPTION:Join us in Islington United Church’s Stewart East Hall for our fall Connecting to You Women’s Retreat! \nFriday night\, we will explore how to make more room for ourselves. Saturday\, our guest speaker\, Miriam Frey – a Kitchener-Waterloo spiritual director and educator who teaches in Ontario Jubilee’s spiritual direction training program – will lead our discussion on how to make more room for the Holy’s presence in our lives. We will then consider how to practice “radical hospitality” by making room for others.
URL:https://shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca/event/connecting-to-you-womens-retreat-3/2024-11-15/2/
LOCATION:Islington United Church\, 25 Burnhamthorpe Road\, Toronto\, ON\, M9A 1G9
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Educational
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ORGANIZER;CN="Islington United Church":MAILTO:office@islingtonunited.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241115T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241116T160000
DTSTAMP:20260426T110241
CREATED:20241004T134757Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241004T134757Z
UID:10004192-1731661200-1731772800@shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca
SUMMARY:Godly Play Core Training (And Children's Retreat)
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an incredible opportunity to immerse yourself in Godly Play. The retreat offers programming for children and adults. Adults will participate in a full Godly Play Core Training\, explore play and wondering\, and deepen in understanding of children’s spirituality. Children will hear stories\, experience worship\, play games\, do arts and crafts\, and much more. You are welcome to join this retreat without children\, this option is provided so parents can have the opportunity to join this retreat with ease. \nThis retreat is in 2 parts. The first part October 25-26 and second part November 15-16. Please let us know if there is any part of this training you will not be able to attend as it is very participatory. \nThe retreat is $350 (participating children also included in price) but Islington members are welcome to pay a reduced price by contacting Brianna Coutlee at families@islingtonunited.org. \nPlease register by October 20 by visiting: islingtonunited.org/godly-play-core-training \nWe hope to see you there!
URL:https://shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca/event/godly-play-core-training-and-childrens-retreat/2024-11-15/
LOCATION:Islington United Church\, 25 Burnhamthorpe Road\, Toronto\, ON\, M9A 1G9
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Educational
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ORGANIZER;CN="Islington United Church":MAILTO:office@islingtonunited.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241115T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241115T170000
DTSTAMP:20260426T110241
CREATED:20241101T145033Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241101T145033Z
UID:10004282-1731657600-1731690000@shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca
SUMMARY:Connecting to YOU Women's Retreat
DESCRIPTION:Join us in Islington United Church’s Stewart East Hall for our fall Connecting to You Women’s Retreat! \nFriday night\, we will explore how to make more room for ourselves. Saturday\, our guest speaker\, Miriam Frey – a Kitchener-Waterloo spiritual director and educator who teaches in Ontario Jubilee’s spiritual direction training program – will lead our discussion on how to make more room for the Holy’s presence in our lives. We will then consider how to practice “radical hospitality” by making room for others.
URL:https://shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca/event/connecting-to-you-womens-retreat-3/2024-11-15/1/
LOCATION:Islington United Church\, 25 Burnhamthorpe Road\, Toronto\, ON\, M9A 1G9
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Educational
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ORGANIZER;CN="Islington United Church":MAILTO:office@islingtonunited.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241113T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241113T183000
DTSTAMP:20260426T110241
CREATED:20240926T224219Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240926T224219Z
UID:10004256-1731517200-1731522600@shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca
SUMMARY:Book Launch | Moments in Time: Sermons from The United Church of Canada 1910-2020
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the launch of Moments in Time\, co-authored by HyeRan Kim-Cragg (principal\, Emmanuel College) and Don Schweitzer (St. Andrew’s College). The book captures snapshots of major events in history and showcases how key theological\, social\, local and international issues have been reflected and debated in the pulpit in United Church congregations from coast to coast over the past 100 years.
URL:https://shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca/event/book-launch-moments-in-time-sermons-from-the-united-church-of-canada-1910-2020/
LOCATION:Emmanuel College\, 75 Queen's Park Crescent East\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M5S 1K7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Educational
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ORGANIZER;CN="Emmanuel College":MAILTO:ec.events@utoronto.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241109T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241109T120000
DTSTAMP:20260426T110241
CREATED:20241101T145152Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241101T145152Z
UID:10004292-1731146400-1731153600@shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca
SUMMARY:Government Support for Newcomers
DESCRIPTION:A training for private refugee sponsors to better understand what supports are availabe from governments to ensure effective and efficient settlement. Learn how to access services and build relationships.
URL:https://shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca/event/government-support-for-newcomers/2024-11-09/2/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Educational
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ORGANIZER;CN="Private refugee Sponsor Network (Ontario)":MAILTO:b.sheffield@rogers.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241109T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241109T170000
DTSTAMP:20260426T110241
CREATED:20241101T145152Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241101T145152Z
UID:10004291-1731139200-1731171600@shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca
SUMMARY:Government Support for Newcomers
DESCRIPTION:A training for private refugee sponsors to better understand what supports are availabe from governments to ensure effective and efficient settlement. Learn how to access services and build relationships.
URL:https://shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca/event/government-support-for-newcomers/2024-11-09/1/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Educational
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ORGANIZER;CN="Private refugee Sponsor Network (Ontario)":MAILTO:b.sheffield@rogers.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241103T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241103T130000
DTSTAMP:20260426T110241
CREATED:20240926T225441Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241004T135354Z
UID:10004272-1730628000-1730638800@shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca
SUMMARY:WE Holy Fun Program
DESCRIPTION:3 hour drop-off program for 12 weeks (October 6 to December 22) every Sunday from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. For children ages 4 to 12\nProgram details: Dance/Music\, Arts/Crafts\, Bible Storytelling\, Games/Sports\, Snacks. Limited spots for 10 children and $20 for the entire program.\nPlace: Willowdale Emmanuel United Church (349 Kenneth Ave.) To register: email jung.hong@hotmail.com or call/text 416-459-8134
URL:https://shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca/event/we-holy-fun-program-2/2024-11-03/
LOCATION:Willowdale Emmanuel UC\, 349 Kenneth Ave.\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M2N4V9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Educational
ORGANIZER;CN="WillowdaleEmmanuel United Church":MAILTO:weunitedchurch@hotmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241101T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241102T170000
DTSTAMP:20260426T110241
CREATED:20240913T191131Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240913T191131Z
UID:10004185-1730448000-1730566800@shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca
SUMMARY:Faith in a Time of Genocide
DESCRIPTION:“Faith in a Time of Genocide” November 1-2\, 2024 is the United Network for Justice and Peace in Palestine and Israel (UNJPPI) national gathering in Toronto at the Hilton Garden Inn near the Pearson Airport. The program each day is from 8 am – 5 pm. There is a hotel room discount available until October 4th. Scholarships are available for students. People can also register for a pre-conference event on October 31 – training on the Palestine Land Exercise – at Trinity-St. Paul’s United Church\, Toronto . \nPlease register here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeFSYd8bJn3Oded_0hmVVmoHUc1SV_r-cMh7uoenzoaRe8J6w/viewform \nWe have an exciting line of up of speakers and leaders for the conference including: \nPalestinian Shadia Qubti will lead Bible study out of her lived experience. \nTariq Zoubi from Bethlehem will share his experience of growing up under occupation. \nWe will be able to engage with Ilan Pappe over zoom. He is a Jewish Israeli historian who has investigated the Israeli lobby and its 100 year campaign to silence voices for Palestinian human rights. \nWe’ll talk with General Council staff about United Church policy including the arms embargo campaign. \nWe will learn about Zionism\, Antisemitism and Islamaphobia. \nWe will learn about what it means to become an Apartheid-free church. \nAnd we will come away with a better understanding of international law and the impact on Canada of the International Court of Justice recent opinion. \nWe’ll meet amazing people from across Canada who are committed to acting for Palestinian human rights. \nDetails: \nCost $350 registration. plus you pay for your hotel room – $169 plus taxes per night. We can work out sharing a room if you like. This special hotel price is only available until October 4th. \nFor further information\, please contact George Bartlett – g.bartlett@sympatico.ca
URL:https://shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca/event/faith-in-a-time-of-genocide/
LOCATION:Hilton Garden Inn Toronto Airport\, 3311 Caroga Drive\, Mississauga\, ON\, L4V 1A3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Educational,Justice
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241025T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241026T190000
DTSTAMP:20260426T110241
CREATED:20241004T134757Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241004T134757Z
UID:10004191-1729877400-1729969200@shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca
SUMMARY:Godly Play Core Training (And Children's Retreat)
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an incredible opportunity to immerse yourself in Godly Play. The retreat offers programming for children and adults. Adults will participate in a full Godly Play Core Training\, explore play and wondering\, and deepen in understanding of children’s spirituality. Children will hear stories\, experience worship\, play games\, do arts and crafts\, and much more. You are welcome to join this retreat without children\, this option is provided so parents can have the opportunity to join this retreat with ease. \nThis retreat is in 2 parts. The first part October 25-26 and second part November 15-16. Please let us know if there is any part of this training you will not be able to attend as it is very participatory. \nThe retreat is $350 (participating children also included in price) but Islington members are welcome to pay a reduced price by contacting Brianna Coutlee at families@islingtonunited.org. \nPlease register by October 20 by visiting: islingtonunited.org/godly-play-core-training \nWe hope to see you there!
URL:https://shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca/event/godly-play-core-training-and-childrens-retreat/2024-10-25/
LOCATION:Islington United Church\, 25 Burnhamthorpe Road\, Toronto\, ON\, M9A 1G9
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Educational
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ORGANIZER;CN="Islington United Church":MAILTO:office@islingtonunited.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241006T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241006T153000
DTSTAMP:20260426T110241
CREATED:20240926T225723Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240926T225723Z
UID:10004262-1728221400-1728228600@shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca
SUMMARY:Embracing the story of Jesus... A Recitation of the Gospel of Mark!
DESCRIPTION:Embracing the Story of Jesus… A recitation of the Gospel of Mark! Please join us Sunday\, October 6th at 1:30-3:30pm at Hope United Church\, 2550 Danforth Ave. Toronto. Step back in time and experience the aural tradition of sharing the gospel stories. Rev. Dr. Gordon Postill will recite from memory\, the entire Gospel of Mark. Tickets are $10 for seniors & Students\, $15 for Adults or $25 for a Group or Family. Tickets: Hope United.ca\, Eventbrite.ca and at the door. All proceeds to the “Let Your Light Shine Campaign” to restore the leaded glass windows at Hope United. For information call 416-691-9681. Hope United is fully accessible.
URL:https://shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca/event/embracing-the-story-of-jesus-a-recitation-of-the-gospel-of-mark/2024-10-06/2/
LOCATION:Hope United Church\, 2550 Danforth Avenue\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M4C 1L2
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Educational
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ORGANIZER;CN="Hope United Church%2C Toronto":MAILTO:hopeunitedchurch@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241006T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241222T130000
DTSTAMP:20260426T110241
CREATED:20240926T225505Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240926T225505Z
UID:10004258-1728208800-1734872400@shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca
SUMMARY:WE Holy Fun Program
DESCRIPTION:WE Holy Fun Season 4: 3 hour drop-off program for 12 weeks (October 6 to December 22) every Sunday from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.\nProgram Details: Dance/Music\, Arts/Crafts\, Bible Storytelling\, Games/Sports\, Snacks. For children ages 4 to 12 – limited spots for 10 children and $20 for the entire program. Place: Willowdale Emmanuel United Church\, 349 Kenneth Ave. To register: email jung.hong@hotmail.com or call/text 416-459-8134
URL:https://shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca/event/we-holy-fun-program-3/
LOCATION:Willowdale Emmanuel UC\, 349 Kenneth Ave.\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M2N4V9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Educational
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ORGANIZER;CN="WillowdaleEmmanuel United Church":MAILTO:weunitedchurch@hotmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241006T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241006T130000
DTSTAMP:20260426T110241
CREATED:20240926T225441Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241004T135354Z
UID:10004257-1728208800-1728219600@shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca
SUMMARY:WE Holy Fun Program
DESCRIPTION:3 hour drop-off program for 12 weeks (October 6 to December 22) every Sunday from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. For children ages 4 to 12\nProgram details: Dance/Music\, Arts/Crafts\, Bible Storytelling\, Games/Sports\, Snacks. Limited spots for 10 children and $20 for the entire program.\nPlace: Willowdale Emmanuel United Church (349 Kenneth Ave.) To register: email jung.hong@hotmail.com or call/text 416-459-8134
URL:https://shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca/event/we-holy-fun-program-2/2024-10-06/
LOCATION:Willowdale Emmanuel UC\, 349 Kenneth Ave.\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M2N4V9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Educational
ORGANIZER;CN="WillowdaleEmmanuel United Church":MAILTO:weunitedchurch@hotmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241006T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241006T170000
DTSTAMP:20260426T110241
CREATED:20240926T225723Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240926T225723Z
UID:10004261-1728201600-1728234000@shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca
SUMMARY:Embracing the story of Jesus... A Recitation of the Gospel of Mark!
DESCRIPTION:Embracing the Story of Jesus… A recitation of the Gospel of Mark! Please join us Sunday\, October 6th at 1:30-3:30pm at Hope United Church\, 2550 Danforth Ave. Toronto. Step back in time and experience the aural tradition of sharing the gospel stories. Rev. Dr. Gordon Postill will recite from memory\, the entire Gospel of Mark. Tickets are $10 for seniors & Students\, $15 for Adults or $25 for a Group or Family. Tickets: Hope United.ca\, Eventbrite.ca and at the door. All proceeds to the “Let Your Light Shine Campaign” to restore the leaded glass windows at Hope United. For information call 416-691-9681. Hope United is fully accessible.
URL:https://shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca/event/embracing-the-story-of-jesus-a-recitation-of-the-gospel-of-mark/2024-10-06/1/
LOCATION:Hope United Church\, 2550 Danforth Avenue\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M4C 1L2
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Educational
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ORGANIZER;CN="Hope United Church%2C Toronto":MAILTO:hopeunitedchurch@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240708T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240708T120000
DTSTAMP:20260426T110241
CREATED:20240531T210321Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240531T210321Z
UID:10003543-1720429200-1720440000@shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca
SUMMARY:Vacation Bible Camp
DESCRIPTION:Theme: Olympic-Sized Faith \nThis weeklong camp will run from 9 a.m. – 12 noon Monday\, July 8th to Friday July 12th! The cost is 20$/child or $50/family with bursaries available. \nJoin us for games\, crafts\, snacks\, and more! Ages 5-12 years.
URL:https://shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca/event/vacation-bible-camp/
LOCATION:Windermere United Church\, 356 Windermere Ave.\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M6S 3L3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Educational
ORGANIZER;CN="Runnymede United Church":MAILTO:office@runnymedeunited.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240427T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240427T123000
DTSTAMP:20260426T110241
CREATED:20240429T175800Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240429T175800Z
UID:10003469-1714210200-1714221000@shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca
SUMMARY:The Blanket Exercise
DESCRIPTION:The blanket exercise is an interactive educational program that teaches the history of colonization in Canada. Led by KAIROS Canada the program was created in response to the 1996 report of the Royal Commission on Aboriginal Peoples. It has been used as a teaching tool across Canada thousands of times. \nThe Blanket Exercise is based on using Indigenous methodologies. The goal is to build a shared understanding about our shared history as Indigenous and non-indigenous peoples in Canada by walking through the periods of pre-contact\, treaty-making\, colonization and resistance. \nParticipants are actively involved as they step on blankets that represent the land\, and step into the role of First Nations\, Inuit\, and Metis peoples. \nBy allowing participants to engage on emotional and intellectual levels\, the blanket exercise serves to both educate and increases empathy. \nThis is an adults-only event happening at Islington United Church on April 27th from 9:30am – 12:30pm\, and advance registration is required. As space is limited\, please register early to avoid disappointment. \nRegister: https://islingtonunited.org/event/the-blanket-exercise/
URL:https://shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca/event/the-blanket-exercise/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Educational,Right Relations
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ORGANIZER;CN="Islington United Church":MAILTO:office@islingtonunited.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240413T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240413T150000
DTSTAMP:20260426T110241
CREATED:20240221T000338Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240221T000416Z
UID:10002419-1713013200-1713020400@shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca
SUMMARY:Near Net Zero by 2030?: Heat Pumps and Geothermal Loops
DESCRIPTION:Exploring current options for reducing emissions while heating homes and faith-community buildings.\nZoom Registration link: https://shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca/justice/ecological/heat-pumps-and-geothermal-loops/
URL:https://shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca/event/near-net-zero-by-2030-heat-pumps-and-geothermal-loops/
LOCATION:Zoom\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Educational,Justice
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ORGANIZER;CN="SEJC":MAILTO:a.collier@sympatico.ca
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