Shining Waters

Dream A Dream - A Cantata for the Christmas Season
2023-11-26 19:00 - 20:30 (America/Toronto) | St. Paul’s United Church Midland, 308 King St., Midland, Ontario, L4R 3M6, Canada
A fundraising and awareness event to support an end to global hunger.
There are no tickets for this event, but attendees will be asked to make a generous donation to support ending global hunger.
Canadian Foodgrains Bank receives 100% of donations received and issues tax receipts for donations of $10 or more.
Sunday, Nov. 19th — 7pm
There will be an opportunity to learn more about how Canadians can continue supporting the compassionate mission of feeding the hungry.

Alpha - On-Line - Evening
2023-11-27 19:00 - 20:30 | North Bramalea United Church, 3 Howden Blvd, Brampton, Ontario, L6S 4L6, Canada
Alpha is a series of interactive sessions exploring the basics of the Christian faith.
Each session looks at a different question, and is designed to create conversation. There’s no pressure, no follow-up and no charge; it’s just an open, informal, and honest space to explore and discuss life’s big questions together.
Offered ONLINE weekly for 11 weeks, on Wednesday evenings from 7:00pm – 8:30pm starting on September 27, 2023
Video.
The videos are designed to be engaging and inspire conversation. Usually around 30 minutes long, they explore the big issues around faith and unpack the basics of Christianity, addressing questions like “Who is Jesus?”, “Why and how do I pray?” and “How does God guide us?”
Small Group Discussion.
Probably the most important part of any Alpha: the chance to share thoughts and ideas about the talk without being corrected or judged. There’s no obligation to say anything; it’s an opportunity to hear from others and contribute your own perspective.
Check out the first session to see if this is something you would like to explore!
All are welcome!

Beach United Children's Choir Practices
2023-11-30 17:45 - 18:30, 2023-12-07 17:45 - 18:30, 2023-12-14 17:45 - 18:30 | Beach United Church, 140 Wineva Ave., Toronto, Ontario, M4E 2T4, Canada
Sheila Brand, a member of our choir, is leading our new Children’s Choir! Sheila is a former music teacher using the Orff Approach, for vocal, ukulele and drama/dance programs at Williamson Road Public School.
Children ages 7-12 are welcome, and free to anyone to join! You may contact Sheila at sheilabb@rogers.com for more information
Practices usually take place every Thursday from 5:45pm-6:30pm.
Please visit our website and social media accounts for updated times (beachunitedchurch.com)

Christmas Market and Bake Sale
2023-12-02 09:00 - 14:00 | Knox United Church, Caledon Village, 2976 Charleston Sideroad, Caledon Village, ON, Caledon Village, ON, L7K 0V8, Canada
Join us on December 2, 2022, 9 AM to 2 PM for the Knox Christmas Market and
Bake Sale! We have 15 fantastic vendors lined up! Something for everyone!
2976 Charleston Sideroad, Caledon Village, ON L7K 0V8
Free Admission and Free Parking
Extra parking around back!
Wheelchair accessible with elevator lifts.

A Snowy Welsh Tale to the Heart of Whoville A Special Christmas Journey.
2023-12-02 16:00 - 18:00 | Lawrence Park Community Church, 2180 Bayview Ave, North York, Ontario, M4N 3K7, Canada
This holiday season, join us for a one-of-a-kind festive experience where two timeless Christmas tales come together in an enchanting celebration! “A Magical Christmas Journey: From Whoville to Wales” is an event that blends the whimsical charm of Dr. Seuss’s “How the Grinch Stole Christmas” with the nostalgic warmth of Dylan Thomas’s “A Child’s Christmas in Wales.” We will be featuring the Toronto Welsh Male Voice Choir
What to Expect:
Narrative Magic: Be captivated by live narrations of both stories, where the playful rhymes of Dr. Seuss meet the lyrical prose of Dylan Thomas. Our storytellers will transport you from the snowy peaks of Whoville to the cozy streets of a Welsh town.
Musical Delights: Enjoy a soundtrack that combines the classic tunes of Whoville with traditional Christmas carols sung by the Toronto Welsh Male Voice Choir.
A Lesson in Holiday Spirit: Discover the true meaning of Christmas as we explore themes of community, joy, and the simple pleasures of the season through these beloved stories.
Perfect for All Ages: Whether you’re revisiting childhood memories or making new ones with your family, this event is designed to delight both the young and the young at heart.
Limited Tickets Available! Secure your spot in this magical crossover adventure where the heartwarming spirit of Christmas shines through the imaginative worlds of Dr. Seuss and Dylan Thomas.
Tickets are
$15 for students under 30 – ID will be required.
$30 for seniors
$40 for adults
$35 for Zoom access
Parking is available in the Green P lot opposite the church.

Carols Around the Crèche
2023-12-03 16:45 - 17:30 | Fairlawn Avenue United Church, 28 Fairlawn Avenue, Toronto, Ontario, M5M 1S7, Canada
Bring a mug for hot chocolate and join us on the lawn to sing carols around the crèche. We invite you to support Fairlawn’s Annual Red Door Holiday Gift Drive, with new clothing and unwrapped gifts for children aged 9-13.

Light Up the Night
2023-12-03 18:00 - 21:00 | Islington United Church, 25 Burnhamthorpe Road, Toronto, ON, M9A 1G9
You are invited to a Community Event – Light Up the Night
It’s that time of year when our community makes plans to join together and Light Up the Night. We want to fill the lengthening days with shared light, to experience love, joy, hope, peace and care in this struggling world. We definitely need each other now more than ever.
Please join Islington United Church on December 3rd at 6:00 pm at our Light Up the Night outdoor community event. We will light our outdoor tree, sing some carols accompanied by a brass ensemble, hear words of hope from our children’s chorus, share some home-made soup, warm cider or hot chocolate to celebrate community – hope, peace and goodwill.

Resonance Contemporary Worship
After the tree lighting and carol singing have finished around 7:00 pm, please join us in the church to share in a new contemporary worship experience, Resonance. In engaging with this new approach geared to connect to our younger community through contemporary music and relevant themes, you will experience a relaxed and friendly environment where you can meet others within your community and beyond. You are more than welcome here.
Details: https://islingtonunited.org/event/light-up-the-night-2023/

Where the Light Begins
2023-12-03 19:00 - 20:00 | St. Andrew’s United Church, Toronto, 117 Bloor St. East, Toronto, Ontario, M4W 1A9, Canada
Sounds of Christmas from Bach to Brubeck
Presented by the St. Andrew’s Choir

Advent of Generosity POP-Up Lunch and Learn
2023-12-05 12:00 - 13:00 | Online via Zoom
Advent of Generosity POP-Up Lunch and Learn
December 5, 2023
On Zoom, starting at 12 NOON
Join Melody Duncanson Hales for the Advent of Generosity POP-Up Lunch and Learn stewardship webinar, online on Zoom, to be held on Tuesday, December 5th starting at 12 Noon. Bring your lunch and lets discuss inviting giving and participation during the season of Advent and Christmas.
Register here: https://shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca/communities-of-faith/stewardship-gifts/advent-of-generosity-registration/

A Christmas Carol- Dec 8th 2023 @7pm. Tickets $10.
2023-12-08 19:00 - 21:00 | CollierStreetUnited Church, 112 Collier Street, Barrie, ON, L4M 1H3, Canada
Originally written in 1843, “A Christmas Carol”, the story of Ebenezer Scrooge, is a popular and timeless story of transformation and love set in Victorian England. This production is delivered in period costume by experienced “readers” who have been successfully delivering this message for over 20 years. This was originally co- produced with the CBC and presented throughout Simcoe County and York Region.
Written in five “staves” or chapters, the individual readers have an opportunity to deliver this ghostly tale with humour, wit, and their own personal touch. The Principal Readers are two veterans of this production, Laurie Lang, Past President of the Literacy Council of Simcoe County and Rob Murdock, the Director of Adult Programs-Collier United Church . They will be supplemented by three community members who have an opportunity to “let their creative juices flow”.
This production will take place over approximately 2 hours with an Intermission and a chance to sample some Christmas Goodies! We will finish the evening with a rousing chorus of two or three well-known Carols to put us in the festive mood for this holy season.
COME JOIN THE FUN!
FRIDAY, DECEMBER 08 2023 7:00 p.m.
COLLIER STREET UNITED CHURCH- 112 Collier St. Barrie
Tickets $10 per person.

Lansing Holiday Market
2023-12-09 12:00 - 17:00 | Lansing United Church, 49 Bogert Ave, North York, Ontario, M2N 1K4, Canada
50+ Local Vendors
Prizes and Giveways
Bake sale
December 9, 2023, 12-5pm.
Indoors at 46 Bogert ave. North York.

Christmas Jazz & Reflection with Heather Bambrick
2023-12-09 14:30 - 15:30 | Beach United Church, 140 Wineva Ave., Toronto, Ontario, M4E 2T4, Canada
Join us at Beach United Church for a special Christmas Jazz & Reflection, featuring holiday favourites from the award-winning vocalist Heather Bambrick, accompanied by Diane Leah (piano) and Jon Maharaj (bass).

A Jewish Boy's Christmas
2023-12-09 19:30 - 22:00 | Knox United Church Agincourt, 2569 Midland Avenue, Toronto, Ontario, M1S 1R3, Canada
Knox Concert Series. A Jewish Boy’s Christmas with Sam Broverman and his hot jazz combo present much loved Christmas tunes in the beautiful Knox United Sanctuary.

Fairlawn Avenue United Special Music
2023-12-10 10:30 - 11:30 | Fairlawn Avenue United Church, 28 Fairlawn Avenue, Toronto, Ontario, M5M 1S7, Canada
The Senior Choir of Fairlawn Avenue and Eleanor Daley, Director of Music present
Christmas Cantata
by Daniel Pinkham
with Brass Quartet
and Sharon Beckstead, organ

Special Music ~ Christmas Cantata
2023-12-10 10:30 - 11:30 | Fairlawn Avenue United Church, 28 Fairlawn Avenue, Toronto, Ontario, M5M 1S7, Canada
Eleanor Daley, Director of Music and the Fairlawn Avenue Senior Choir invite you to Special Music Sunday
~ featuring Daniel Pinkman’s Christmas Cantata with brass and organ.

80,000 Meal Served at Saint Luke's Out of the Cold Meal Program
2023-12-10 13:30 - 14:30 | Ontario
On December 10th the Out of the Cold Meal Program at Saint Luke’s will serve its 80,000th meal.
We want to personally invite you to mark this milestone with us. We could not have helped so many people without your support.
Please see attached for details.
With thanks and best wishes,
Rev. Jim Keenan and Rafi Aaron
Coordinators, The Out of the Cold Meal Program Saint Luke’s U.C.

Carols by Candlelight
2023-12-10 16:00 - 17:30 | Aurora United Church, 79 Victoria Street, Aurora, ON, L4G 1R3, Canada
Aurora United Church’s Annual Christmas Celebration featuring the AUC Chancel Choir, Handbell Ensembles, Aldbury Gardens Brass Quintet, Tim Birtch, trumpet & Wesley Bells, violin. Arrive early for the singing of your favourite Christmas carols! Freewill offering, accessible seating. For more information contact 905-737-1935.

St. James Candlelight Service
2023-12-10 19:30 - 21:00 | 400 Burhamthrope Rd., Etobicoke, ON, 400 Burnhamthorpe Rd., Etobicoke, ON, M9B2A8, Canada
St. james’ Choirs present – Candlelight Carol Service. Listen to Christmas songs with family and friends and let the music get you in the festive mood!

Islington Sings
2023-12-12 14:30 - 15:30 | Islington United Church, 25 Burnhamthorpe Road, Toronto, ON, M9A 1G9
Everyone is invited to Islington Sings on December 12 at 2:30pm! Come for a time of refreshment and community connection. Sing favorite Christmas carols in the beautifully decorated Sanctuary.

Queer Youth United
2023-12-12 16:00 - 20:00 | Beach United Church, 140 Wineva Ave., Toronto, Ontario, M4E 2T4, Canada
Please join us on Tuesdays from 4 pm – 8pm every week – you may drop in at any time between those hours!
Queer Youth United (QYU) is a 2SLGBTQ+ youth group for ages 15-29, where you can come and engage with others in a safe space within the community, while sharing meals, finding support and resources.
We will have more information and photos on our Instagram account over at https://instagram.com/queeryouthunited

Alpha - In Person - Evening
2023-12-13 18:30 - 21:00 | North Bramalea United Church, 3 Howden Blvd, Brampton, Ontario, L6S 4L6, Canada
Looking for a safe space to discuss life’s big questions? You’re at the right spot! Alpha is a series of interactive sessions exploring the basics of the Christian faith, meaning and life.
Each session looks at a different question, and is designed to create conversation. There’s no pressure, no follow-up and no charge; it’s just an open, informal, and honest space to explore and discuss life’s big questions together.
Offered IN-PERSON weekly for 11 weeks, this course starts on Wednesday September 27, 2023 from 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm at NBUC
A light dinner will be served followed by the video and small group discussions.
Video.
The videos are designed to be engaging and inspire conversation. Usually around 30 minutes long, they explore the big issues around faith and unpack the basics of Christianity, addressing questions like “Who is Jesus?”, “Why and how do I pray?” and “How does God guide us?”
Small Group Discussion.
Probably the most important part of any Alpha: the chance to share thoughts and ideas about the talk without being corrected or judged. There’s no obligation to say anything; it’s an opportunity to hear from others and contribute your own perspective.
Check out the first session to see if this is something you would like to explore!
All are welcome!

Faithful Footprints Grant Webinar
2023-12-14 08:00 - 17:00 | Faithful FootPrints
When: December 15, 2023
Time: 1:00-2:00 CST | Check your local times
Location: Online
The United Church of Canada‘s Faithful Footprints program offers inspiration, tools, and grants to help its communities of faith reduce their energy and carbon footprint. The program offers up to $30,000 in grants towards energy conservation and renewable energy projects (conditions apply).
Join us on December 15th at 1pm CST to explore how the grant program can help empower your community of faith to reduce the carbon and energy footprint of your faith building, while also supporting:

Reduced environmental footprint
Reduced building operational and maintenance costs
Increased revenue potential from rental opportunities
Enhanced comfortability and usage of building space
Redirection of financial resources toward community programming

Key takeaways from this webinar:

Gain an understanding of the Faithful Footprints program, its mission, and how it aligns with the church’s commitment to environmental stewardship and sustainability.
Become familiar with the grant application process, including eligibility criteria, and the steps involved in securing funding for retrofit projects.

Register here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfDJfdDwCYKPo-H0Sex64sLiSkBeUQHaqWZgzsCwR4MLD1VEA/viewform?fbclid=IwAR2If47mTTSlg3Npy35AeAZk8553B_bUGR-a1KldofSFmxc0LzYM_4oxGMM

Christmas Organ Concert with Manuel Piazza
2023-12-16 16:30 - 17:30 | Beach United Church, 140 Wineva Ave., Toronto, Ontario, M4E 2T4, Canada
Join us at Beach United Church for a special Advent and Christmas-themed organ concert, featuring a diverse selection of organ favourites to get you in the holiday mood. Entry is freewill donation, and proceeds go towards Beach United’s food programs.

Knox Choir Cantata
2023-12-17 14:30 - 17:00 | Knox United Church Agincourt, 2569 Midland Avenue, Toronto, Ontario, M1S 1R3, Canada
Knox United Church – Agincourt. Knox Choir presents ‘A Christmas Cantata: Once Upon A Night’ by Pepper Choplin.

God in the Woods
2023-12-17 15:00 - 16:00 | Ontario
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Hi all.
We will be meeting this Sunday afternoon, December 17, 3-4pm,
at Sunnidale Park. Again we will meet at the Dorian Parker Centre, 227 Sunnidale Rd.
This will be our Christmas gathering.

On the Road to Bethlehem
2023-12-17 15:00 - 17:00 | Martin Grove United Church, 75 Pergola Road, Toronto, Ontario, M9W 5K4, Canada
Join Martin Grove United Church for an afternoon of music, worship, and celebration on Sunday, December 17th at 3:00pm. Tickets can be purchased at the door, in the office, or on Sunday mornings.

Lessons & Carols
2023-12-17 19:00 - 20:00 | Fairlawn Avenue United Church, 28 Fairlawn Avenue, Toronto, Ontario, M5M 1S7, Canada
Lessons & Carols ~ Sunday, Dec. 17 at 7:00pm
Join us for this holiday tradition with the story & music of Christmas

Christmas in Islington
2023-12-17 19:00 - 21:00 | Islington United Church, 25 Burnhamthorpe Road, Toronto, ON, M9A 1G9
Please join us at 7:00 pm for Christmas in Islington a free community concert, in person in the Sanctuary or online on December 17 at 7pm.
This popular annual musical event will feature our 35-voice Senior Choir, Chancel Handbell Choir, and a 15-piece orchestra and pipe organ. The evening promises to be filled with both seasonal hymns and sing-along carols.
Everyone is welcome! Invite friends and family to join you in person or online. No tickets are needed. Freewill offerings are welcomed at the door or online.
