Shining Waters

STONE SOUP BARN RAISING
2022-06-20 19:00 - 20:00 (America/Toronto) | Trinity St. Paul’s United Church, 427 Bloor St West, Toronto, ON, M5s 1X7, Canada
Stone Soup Network Barn Raising — TICKETS ARE FREE:
On Monday, June 20th, 7-8 pm, we’re hosting a night of story and song to celebrate the Stone Soup Network and raise funds to keep ‘building new barns’ of plenty in our communities. It’s hybrid, so you choose in-person or Zoom. For COVID protocol reasons, we’re asking guests to reserve in advance so we can be good hosts. Join us in person at the beautiful Trinity St. Paul’s United Church, or participate online via Zoom.
Reserve your ticket here on event ticketing site: https://www.canadahelps.org/en/charities/windermere-united-church/events/stone-soup-network-barn-raising/
FUNDS SUPPORT STONESOUPNETWORK.CA:
All funds raised go to support the Stone Soup Network. Incubated out of Windermere United Church, in Toronto’s Bloor West, Stone Soup Network forms strategic partnerships, within neighbourhoods, to build relationships of trust, find local solutions to inequity and sustainability, and provide those who experience exclusion (women, economically disadvantaged, homeless, socially isolated elderly, newcomers, disadvantaged youth, and others) the additional resources they need to belong. Since we began, we’ve made over $250,000 in goods and services available to neighbours in need and supported multiple neighbourhood campaigns that helped build more just, equitable, sustainable communities. Despite the pandemic challenges, the project has provided more than 1000 in-demand products and services in the last year alone. Things like virtual music classes for kids in lockdown, pharmacy gift cards for seniors and new moms, and even 13 X week-long day camp spots at the High Park Nature Center in the summer. Our June 20th Barn Raising is to help us expand to new neighbourhoods in 2022 and 2023.
If you can’t make the event, but want to make a donation, please go to https://www.canadahelps.org/en/charities/windermere-united-church/campaign/stone-soup-network/ where all donations are tax receipted.
OUR FUNDRAISING GOAL IS $14,000:
All support will help us continue this simple, yet powerful, approach to sharing abundance in the 21st century.

Coffee & Jazz in the Courtyard
2022-06-23 11:00 - 14:00 | St. Andrew’s United Church, Halifax, 6036 Coburg Road, Halifax, Nova Scotia, B3H 1Y9, Canada
St. Andrew’s United Church, Toronto is hosting Coffee & Live Jazz in the Courtyard!
Coffee at 11:00 a.m.
Live Jazz at 12:00 p.m.
Everyone is welcome!

Building God's Beloved Community Online Book Launch
2022-06-23 19:00 - 20:00 | online event
The United Church Publishing House is releasing a new book, with an online launch with United in Learning. Join Stephen Fetter and editor Taylor Croissant as they discuss the book. Participants will receive a time-limited discount coupon. Be sure to join us “live” so you can make use of this!
Some book background: As disciples of Jesus, we are called to grow in our faith and to serve the church. In The United Church of Canada, we prepare for the lifetime commitment of discipleship by becoming full members of the church. Building God’s Beloved Community is an accessible and engaging primer designed to accompany you during this period of preparation—whether you’re embarking on adult baptism, considering confirmation, or seeking to enrich your faith through deeper study.
Drawing on the expertise of United Church theologians and ministers from across the country, Building God’s Beloved Community outlines the church’s approach to some of the big questions about God, the Bible, and theology, narrates the life of Jesus as both a historical figure and the messiah, and provides an overview of the history of Christianity and the United Church. This book also offers insight into United Church worship, tradition, doctrine, and governance, while introducing readers to its legacy of social justice as a lived expression of faith.
If you’re considering being discipled into the wider body of Christ in the context of The United Church of Canada, this book will offer an ideal accompaniment to your period of intentional preparation. Together with prayer and worship, it will draw you closer to God as it invites you into beloved community and encourages you to move out into the world to love and serve.
Contributors to the book:
Susanne Abbuhl
Phyllis D. Airhart
Sandra Beardsall
Jordan Cantwell
Susalm Chisholm
Taylor Croissant
Rob Fennell
Adriean Jacobs
William S Kervin
YunJung Kim
Andrew Kinoti Lairenge
Andrew O’Neill
Bill Richards
Don Schweitzer
John H. Young

Toronto Pride --rallies, marches and parades
2022-06-24 - 2022-06-26 | Ontario
June 24-26 Toronto Pride.
Here are three of the events where we hope to have a United Church presence.
June 24 8PM
Toronto Trans Rally and March
The starting point is Church and Hayden in Toronto.
The Trans March Route starts at Charles and Church, heads north on Church then west along Bloor St, south on Yonge and east along Carlton, ending at Allen Gardens.
Toronto Trans Rally and March website
June 25 @ 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Dyke Rally & Dyke March
Starting Point – Charles and Church St Charles and Church St, Toronto, Ontario
Dyke March Route: Starting at Charles and Church the march will head north on Church, west along Bloor, south on Yonge, and then east along Carlton ending at Allen Gardens.
Dyke March website
June 26 @ 2:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Toronto Pride Parade
Starting at Bloor and Church St., The parade will head west then turn south on Yonge St ending at Yonge Dundas Square.
Toronto Pride Parade website
United Church Presence
#UCCanPride #UnitedChurchPride
Closer to the dates we will circulate the name of a contact person and information about where to meet up to join with local United Church groups in Newmarket, Toronto, and Bracebridge parades.
Sign up here to join the list
If you would like to add a parade to the list contact Susie Henderson shenderson@united-church.ca

TRUNK/BAKE SALE
2022-06-25 09:00 - 14:00 | Caledon East United Church, 6046 Old ChurchRoad, Caledon East, Ontario, L7C 1H8, Canada
Caledon East United Church will be having a TRUNK/BAKE Sale on Saturday, June 25th, 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. on church grounds, 6046 Old Church Road, Caledon East. If you are interested in being a vendor, please contact Larry Proctor at: theproctorslarry@gmail.com. Tables are $25.00. Proceeds to benefit church building fund.

East End United- Weekly Worship
2022-06-26 10:30 - 12:00 | Online via Zoom
Weekly worship here at East End United Regional Ministries in Toronto. Leadership team includes Rev. Daniel Benson, Gerald Petkau, Julian Munro (King Julez), and more!
Join us for worship, prayer, song, and coffee time following the service.

Pride Sunday Community BBQ and Celebration
2022-06-26 11:30 - 13:30 | Islington United Church, 25 Burnhamthorpe Road, Toronto, ON, M9A 1G9
All are welcome to Islington United Church’s Pride Sunday Community BBQ and Celebration! It will be held on Sunday, June 26 from 11:30am -1:30 pm at 25 Burnhamthorpe Road. There will be food, music, crafts, and giveaways!

Wild Church Barrie
2022-06-26 15:00 - 16:00 | Wild Church Barrie, 1110 Hwy. 26, Midhurst, ON, L0L 1X1, Canada
Wild Church Barrie will gather on Sunday, June 26 at 3 pm.
Please note the change in time.
The location is the same: 1110 Hwy 26, Midhurst.
As always, park in the lot on your far left and then
join us at the gazebo in the corner of the lot where
the trail starts.
Any questions? brucesweet4@gmail.com

Midhurst United Church - Life in the Garden Tour and Luncheon
2022-07-09 09:00 - 15:00 | MidhurstUnitedChurch, 91 DORAN RD, Midhurst, ON, L9X 0L5, Canada
Midhurst United Church is excited to announce that we are once again able to host the Life in the Garden Tour and Luncheon.
This event includes a tour of six amazing gardens, lunch at Midhurst United Church, artisans and a silent auction.
The Life in the Garden passports are $30.00 and can be purchased by calling the Church office 705 722 6331, or email office@midhurstunitedchurch.ca
A fundraiser for Midhurst United Church.

Jubilee Market
2022-07-09 09:30 - 14:30, 2022-08-13 09:30 - 14:30, 2022-09-10 09:30 - 14:30 | Jubilee United Church, 40 Underhill Drive, Toronto, Ontario (ON), M3A 2J5, Canada
This exciting new opportunity is a wonderful chance to meet direct sellers in our area. Not only will you find a multitude of art forms and other items you will not find in any store, you’ll also have the opportunity to meet with folks who may live in your neighbourhood. You’ll also have a chance to see some of the things Jubilee has to offer, both tangible and intangible.
Check out our refreshment area as well!
FREE ADMISSION!
See our website for more details.

Dirt 2 Delicious 2022 Day Camp Registration opens April 1, 2022
2022-07-11 09:00 - 2022-07-15 16:00 | Palgrave United Church, 34 Pine Ave, Caledon, Ontario, L7E 0L9, Canada
Join us in the Palgrave United Community Kitchen and at Albion Hills Community Farm for the week of July 11-15, 2022 (from 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.) for a week of delicious fun! We will be harvesting, cooking and eating local, seasonal food and having opportunities to whip up recipes in the kitchen as well as participate in games, outdoor adventures, crafts and more! We will be following current health guidelines (we will be wearing masks while preparing food). Only 18 spots – registration starts April 1st. If you have any questions please email infopalgravekitchen.org

Listen and Learn Concerts - Beaches International Jazz Festival
2022-07-18 19:00 - 21:00, 2022-07-19 19:00 - 21:00, 2022-07-20 19:00 - 21:00 | Beach United Church, 140 Wineva Ave., Toronto, Ontario, M4E 2T4, Canada
Listen and Learn Concerts at Beach United Church
3 nights of Activity
FREE Workshops as part of the Beaches International Jazz Festival
Monday Night – Larnell Lewis Band
Tuesday Night – Heather Bambrick
Wednesday – Caribbean Jazz Collective

Muskoka Pride
2022-07-24 12:30 - 13:30 | Ontario
July 24, 2022 12:30
Manitoba Street
Muskoka Pride website
United Church Presence
#UCCanPride #UnitedChurchPride
Closer to the dates we will circulate the name of a contact person and information about where to meet up to join with local United Church groups in Newmarket, Toronto, and Bracebridge parades.
Sign up here to join the list.

Wild Church Barrie
2022-07-24 15:00 - 16:00 | Wild Church Barrie, 1110 Hwy. 26, Midhurst, ON, L0L 1X1, Canada
The next gathering of Wild Church will be Sunday, July 24, 3-4 pm at 1110 Hwy 26, Midhurst.
As always, dress for the weather. Bring a friend.
brucesweet4@gmail.com

Affordable Housing and Land Trusts
2022-07-28 13:00 - 15:00 | Davenport Perth Community Ministry, 1900 Davenport Rd, Toronto, Ontario, M6N 1B7, Canada
A discussion on land trust from Parkdale Neighbourhood Land Trust Community Development Coordinator, James Partanen on Thursday, July 28, 1-3pm at a Bread and Bricks meeting. Topics will include Neighbourhood Land Trust, affordable housing, and social enterprise.

Creation, Land, and Indigeneity: Resistance on Turtle Island and Beyond
2022-08-05, 2022-08-06 | online event
Please join Emmanuel College’s Centre for Religion and Its Contexts, Trinity-St Paul’s United Church and Centre for Faith, Justice and the Arts, the Centre for Philosophy, Religion and Social Ethics of The Institute for Christian Studies and Broadview Magazine for the third edition of the Christian Left Conference (August 5-6). It’s ONLINE and FREE!
This year’s theme is “Creation, Land, and Indigeneity: Resistance on Turtle Island and Beyond.” Our featured keynote speakers are Dan Longboat (August 5, 6 p.m. EDT); & Carmen Lansdowne and Jenny Te Paa-Daniel (August 6, 6 p.m. EDT). Visit the conference page for details, schedule and registration: uoft.me/christianleftconference
Register here: https://forms.office.com/r/ZCFKGyxQPD
And please share widely via email (see attached posters) and social media: Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.

West Hill United Church Sunday Gathering
2022-08-07 10:30 - 12:00, 2022-08-14 10:30 - 12:00, 2022-08-21 10:30 - 12:00, 2022-08-28 10:30 - 12:00, 2022-09-04 10:30 - 12:00, 2022-09-11 10:30 - 12:00 | West Hill United Church, 62 Orchard Park Drive, Toronto, Ontario, M1E 3T7, Canada
Offering Online and In-person service with Cindy Bourgeois
In-person: West Hill United Church @ 10:30 am at 62 Orchard Park Drive, Scarborough, ON M1E 3T7
Zoom: Administrator West Hill United is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting.
Topic: Sunday nonGathering
Time: 10:30 am
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Summer Music Camp
2022-08-08 09:00 - 2022-08-19 16:00 | Islington United Church, 25 Burnhamthorpe Road, Toronto, ON, M9A 1G9
Summer Music Camp is an amazing, two-week music camp that runs from Monday to Friday, August 8 to 12 and August 15 to 19 at Islington United Church, 25 Burnhamthorpe Road, Toronto, Ontario. The camp offers an early childhood music experience for children aged 5 to 7 years, and either vocal or instrumental (woodwinds, brass or percussion) opportunities for those aged 8 to 18 years.
For campers, the early-bird rate is $450 until July 1, 2022. After that, the regular rate of $500 applies. For LITs, the program rate is $200. If you have multiple children/youth in the same family, please inquire about our special family rates. Full and partial scholarships are available to families in need of financial assistance. Please contact Camp Director, Cynthia Smithers for more information (416-239-1131 x 224; cynthia@islingtonunited.org).
Details: https://islingtonunited.org/music-camp-2022/

Wild Church Barrie
2022-08-28 15:00 - 16:00 | Wild Church Barrie, 1110 Hwy. 26, Midhurst, ON, L0L 1X1, Canada
Our next gathering will be Sunday, August 28, 3-4 pm at 1110 Hwy 26, Midhurst.
As always, park in the lot on your far left and I will greet you at the gazebo in the
corner where the trail starts.
Dress for the weather – rain or shine.
Our time together will involve: Welcome – Centering Prayer – suggested theme –
Walking and Wondering – Shared Wisdom – Communal Prayer -Mutual Blessing
If you have questions: brucesweet4@gmail.com
All Welcome

Are you going to BE?
2022-09-10 | Richmond Hill United Church, 10201 Yonge St., Ontario, L4C 3B2, Canada
Do you like books?
Would you like to meet some authors?
Would you want to have tea with your neighbours?
If you answered ‘yes’ to any of these, you will want to be part of the inaugural “Are you going to BE {Book Event”?” September 10th, a community event at Richmond Hill United Church.
Proceeds from this event are for the diverse social programs Richmond Hill United supports in our community.
A call for donations of books brought more than ten thousand books which have been gathered and sorted. Many people need to find good homes for their much beloved book!
There are many genres: popular fiction, classics, romance, mystery, spy, sci-fi….biographies, hobbies, self help books, cookbooks, gardening, environment, nature, science, history, business….
Do you know any children? Several retired teachers have given many excellent books – picture books, early readers, bedtime stories… Many opportunities to spark the love of reading and learning.
Award winning independent bookstore Blue Heron Books will be selling the published books by authors Tish Cohen, Bianca Marais, Rachel McMillan, Lucy Black and John Ota. Come meet the authors as they speak and sign books. This is an excellent opportunity for you to pick up gifts for any occasion. (December is just around the corner)
A “must see” is the presentation on handwriting analysis by Elaine Chantal and Peter Dennis. It is both educational and entertaining. You will not be disappointed.
John Ota, author of The Kitchen is the keynote speaker at 3:30. You will be entertained as you learn about the evolution of the kitchen and appliances as John takes you along on his journey as he visited kitchens in the U.S. and Canada in preparation to design his own kitchen. You will not want to miss this personal and entertaining presentation. Purchase one of his books and have John personalize it for you.
The Children’s corner is the place to visit to make your own bookmark and participate in Storytime.
The UCW are serving refreshments in the sunlit Garden Room. Relax with a refreshment, visit, stay and read or browse through the selection of cookbooks (proceeds will go directly to UCW initiatives).
The Community Room will be brimming with activity. The self-published authors Vince Conville, Kim Fluxgold and Peter Dennis will be selling and signing their books.
A special RHUC Outreach Project is selling Orange Shirt Day t-shirts to show our support for the National Truth and Reconciliation Day. These t-shirts were sourced from a local indigenous designer and will be available in sizes S, M, L & XL.
Come meet Metis Beading Artist Kathy Morgan. She will be doing demonstrations and will be offering items for sale. Michelle Zikovitz will have a basketry demonstration in the morning. Other artists will be doing demos too!
A sneak peak of Richmond Hill Artists Studio Art Walk happening September 24 will be on display and for purchase.
We’ve consulted the local Village of Richmond Hill Business Improvement Area and discovered 11 restaurants you can walk to from RHUC! Come early and choose your book purchases and then meet a friend for lunch, between attending author readings
The books are priced very reasonably – a dollar for paperbacks and a twoonie for hard covers; there are quantity discounts. Some very special books will be part of a HAT – Hourly Auction Table. Groups of books will be offered each hour to the highest bidder.
