Shining Waters

Special Music - Fairlawn Avenue United ~ Requiem by Mark Hayes
2024-04-21 10:30 - 11:30 (America/Toronto) | Fairlawn Avenue United Church, 28 Fairlawn Avenue, Toronto, Ontario, M5M 1S7, Canada
Please join the Fairlawn Avenue Senior Choir, Eleanor Daley – Director of Music, and Chamber Orchestra on Sunday, April 21, 2024 at 10:30am presenting Requiem by Mark Hayes.

2024 Silent Auction Gala Dinner
2024-04-25 14:00 - 16:00, 2024-04-25 17:30 - 19:30 | Collier Street United Church, 112 Collier Street, Barrie ON, 112 Collier Street, Barrie, Ontario, L4M 1H3, Canada
Collier United’s 27th Annual Silent Auction is taking place on-line from Monday April 15 to Saturday April 27!
We are offering a meal to celebrate and support the auction – with an in-person or take out option.
1. Gala In-Person Dinner on Thursday April 25 – 5:30 pm:
Assorted Hors D’Oeuvres
Canadian Roast Beef with Yorkshire Pudding and Gravy
Salmon topped with Dill and Salsa
Duchess Potatoes and Heirloom Vegetables
Seasonal Salad
Homemade Brioche Bun
Chocolate Budino & Sponge Toffee
Cost: $50 per person plus admin fees for ticketing. Tickets may also be purchased directly from the Church.
2. Take-out Option on Thursday April 25 – 2-4 pm:
Enjoy this gourmet take-out meal including:
Canadian Roast Beef with Gravy
Duchess Potatoes and Heirloom Vegetables
Seasonal Salad
Homemade Brioche Bun
Chocolate Budino
All courses will be served in take-out compostable containers. To maintain the integrity of the entree, you will need to reheat at home for maximum enjoyment.
Take-out meal can be picked up at our drive thru on Thursday April 25 between 2 and 4 pm at Collier Street United Church, 112 Collier St., Barrie.
Cost: $35 per person plus admin fees for ticketing. Tickets may also be purchased directly from the Church.
Questions? Email collierunited@rogers.com or call 705-722-2003.

Beach United Children's Choir Practices
2024-04-25 17:45 - 18:30, 2024-05-02 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)

Fairlawn Avenue United Church 61st Annual Book Sale
2024-04-25 18:00 - 21:00, 2024-04-26 12:00 - 21:00, 2024-04-27 10:00 - 13:00 | Fairlawn Avenue United Church, 28 Fairlawn Avenue, Toronto, Ontario, M5M 1S7, Canada
Huge Selection of Good Quality Books, Vintage Vinyl, CDs and DVDs.
Thursday, April 25, 6:00pm – 9:00pm
Friday, April 26, 12:00pm – 9:00pm
Saturay, April 27, 10:00am – 1:00pm

Rimbala Classes for Seniors
2024-04-26 10:00 - 11:00 | Ontario
Rimbala is an evidence-based falls prevention program that uses music as the principle means of intervention. Based on the work of visionary Swiss composer Émile Jaques-Dalcroze, Rimbala enjoys one of the highest falls prevention results in the world, with a 54% reduction in falls for community-dwelling seniors.
Older adults improve their gait (walking style), mobility, cognitive skills and social intelligence in a relaxed but joyous setting. The improvised music brings fresh neuroplastic experiences that improves the connection between the body and brain in ways that conventional exercise cannot. Because music is broadly distributed in the brain, there is a hypothesis that gentle exercise with cognitive components can prevent participants from the ravages of dementia — including Alzheimer’s.
For more information, please visit: www.rimbala.com
Classes are held at:
Rosedale United Church 159 Roxborough Dr, Toronto Wednesdays 11:30 AM-12:30 PM $20.00 per session
and online at various times throughout the week.
Please contact Dr. Daniel Rubinoff: 416.709.8381 doctor.rimbala@gmail.com

Kingsway-Lambton Flea Market
2024-04-27 08:00 - 13:00 | Kingsway-Lambton United Church, 85 The Kingsway, Etobicoke, Ontario, M8X 2T6, Canada
Gigantic Flea Market in the beautiful Kingsway neighbourhood of Toronto is back for 2024! Now in its 60th year, thousands of quality items are priced to sell, both inside and outside Kingsway-Lambton United Church.
See the auditorium full of books, fine china, crystal, antiques and treasures, framed art, and records/DVDs; a gymnasium packed with household items and electronics; rooms devoted to women’s, men’s and children’s clothes, jewelry and accessories, games and toys. Check out the Funky Fleas section for unique finds.
Tents and tables are set up on the lawn outside and filled with pictures, glassware, baskets, sports gear, garden decor and more. Enjoy coffee, sweet bites, or BBQ lunch. Free admission, rain or shine, and wheelchair accessible.
Money raised supports over 20 charities. For more information (and regarding donations of sale items), see Flea Market event page, with downloadable flyer, at www.kingswaylambton.ca/events; or view details on Facebook at Kingsway-Lambton United Church or on Instagram @klambtonunited.

The Blanket Exercise
2024-04-27 09:30 - 12:30 | Ontario
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.
The 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.
Participants are actively involved as they step on blankets that represent the land, and step into the role of First Nations, Inuit, and Metis peoples.
By allowing participants to engage on emotional and intellectual levels, the blanket exercise serves to both educate and increases empathy.
This 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.
Register: https://islingtonunited.org/event/the-blanket-exercise/

Spring Fling at Beach United Church
2024-04-27 19:00 - 21:00 | Beach United Church, 140 Wineva Ave., Toronto, Ontario, M4E 2T4, Canada
The Beach United Church Choir is excited to present an evening of music, refreshments and community fellowship to welcome in the spring season.
The Beach United Choir is a community choir that helps support the congregational music of Beach United Church. The choir is known for its annual Christmas Cantata, a highlight in the community, and for its dynamic and energetic performances at Sunday morning worship services.
This is a fundraiser for Beach United – tickets are $40/adult and $15/child.
Our special musical guest for the evening will be Juno-nominated Barbra Lica, joined by Tom Fleming on guitar and Mark Godfrey on bass.

Mapping the Ground We Stand On
2024-04-28 12:30 - 16:00 | Richmond Hill United Church, 10201 Yonge St., Ontario, L4C 3B2, Canada
“Mapping The Ground We Stand On” invites participants to explore Indigenous presence on the map of Turtle Island, the history of settler arrival, and how each fit into the ongoing narratives. In addition, the concepts of the Doctrine of Discovery, terra nullius, Indigenous Knowledge and Ways of Knowing will also be explored.
This learning process would not be possible without the presence of Indigenous Knowledge Holder, Rev. Lee Claus, for which we are very grateful. Lee is a retired minister in the United Church of Canada and a Mohawk First Nations person from the Tyendinaga Mohawk Territory.
The process includes the use of PowerPoint animation, videos, small group discussion and a very large map! The hope is that through active listening, understanding and reflection each participant will begin to formulate their next steps to meaningful action towards reconciliation. Everyone will be encouraged to think about how their personal and collective journeys’ will foster just, respectful and healing relationships for all peoples – Indigenous and settler.
This workshop was first developed by The Primate’s World Relief and Development Fund (PWRDF), Anglican Church of Canada, in 2015, as part of its commitment to support the findings of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission.
Cheryl Marek (Anglican Diocese of Toronto) will facilitate the process at Richmond Hill United Church. Cheryl has been involved with Pimatisiwin Nipi (Bih-ma’-dih-zih-win Ni-bi), which means Living Waters, and the Toronto Pikangikum Work Group since 2013. In June 2019, she trained to facilitate the PWRDF interactive workshop: Mapping the Ground We Stand On.
ACCESSIBILITY: this event is accessible via stairs.

God in the Woods
2024-04-28 15:00 - 16:00 | Ontario
This is an outdoor informal worship in nature in Sunnidale Park, Barrie, 3-4pm.
We meet monthly for prayer, personal and shared reflection and shared stories and experience.
As always, dress for the weather (rain or shine) and feel free to bring a friend.
We will meet again at the Dorian Parker Centre, 227 Sunnidale Road.
brucesweet4@gmail.com
705-209-3899

Seniors Social
2024-04-30 13:00 - 15:00 | St. Matthew’s United Church, Toronto, 729 St. Clair Ave W., Toronto, Ontario, M6C 1B3, Canada
Come for a visit, play cards or games, make something by hand, catch up on old friends or make new ones in the St. Matthew’s Parlour from 1-3 pm. Contact Betsy Anderson (andersonbetsy528@gmail.com) if you have questions. All are welcome!

Faithfulness Through Praxis
2024-05-01 08:00 - 17:00, 2024-05-01 18:00 - 20:00 | St. Luke’s United Church, 353 Sherbourne Street, Toronto, Ontario, M5A 2S3, Canada
Building our capacity to effectively engage and respond to homelessness in Toronto.
During the month of May (May 1st, 8th, 15th, 29th).
From compassionate outreach to advocacy, learn from frontline workers about how to support your unhoused neighbours.
At St. Luke’s United (353 Sherbourne St. Toronto)
Light meal is included.
Attendants must RSVP by April 24th to ahocking@united-church.ca

Rimbala: Music and Movement
2024-05-02 10:45 - 11:45 | Metropolitan United Church, 56 Queen Street East, Toronto
What is Rimbala? Rimbala combines live, improvised music with simple and fun movement activities to help seniors improve balance, mobility and memory. Similar programs in Europe have been scientifically proven to reduce the risk of falls by 54%. Scientists are also researching how these programs are effective in the prevention and control of Alzheimer’s disease. Rimbala was created by Dr. Daniel Rubinoff, Music Director at Lawrence Park Community Church. He is also a professional performer, composer and teacher.

Queer Youth United
2024-05-02 16:00 - 19:00 | Beach United Church, 140 Wineva Ave., Toronto, Ontario, M4E 2T4, Canada
Queer Youth United (QYU) meets on Thursdays from 4-7pm at Beach United Church (140 Wineva Ave.) – you may drop in at any time between those hours.
QYU is a weekly drop in for youth and young adults (15-29) who identify within the Queer community, and more specifically with a desire to focus on the experiences and needs of transgender people. Beach United Church offers safe(r) space for transgender and questioning individuals in a space that offers positive alternatives to engaging the world. QYU is about celebrating and encouraging queer youth in the universal call to “live as our authentic selves”.
We post updates on our Instagram account over at @queeryouthunited, which is maintained by our coordinator, Corin Collins.

The Spark
2024-05-02 18:30 - 19:30 | Glen Rhodes Campus, 1470 Gerrard Street East, Toronto, Ontario, M4L 2A3, Canada
A break from screens. A joining of community.
The Spark is a back to basics time in community. We gather around a table as we worship and share a simple meal of soup and bread. We listen to old stories in new ways, and share those things that are on our hearts.

EcoFair at Beach United
2024-05-04 10:00 - 14:00 | Ontario
Save the Date! This year’s EcoFair at Beach United will be on Saturday, May 4th, 2024 from 10am-2pm.
Entry is free and welcome to everyone.
CALL FOR VENDORS
We are looking for vendors with eco-friendly products, as well as non-profit exhibitors/participants. If you are interested in being a vendor or volunteer for the event, please contact Mary Anne: maryanne.alton@sympatico.ca

Arts and Treasures Sale
2024-05-04 10:00 - 14:00 | Timothy Eaton Memorial Church, 230 St. Clair Avenue West, Toronto, Ontario, M4V 1R5, Canada
Come and find the treasure you’ve been looking for, from silverware, paintings, jewellery, crystal, fine china, collectibles and more!
We’ll also have Timothy’s Cafe open and serving delicious treats for you to enjoy throughout the sale.
All funds raised goes towards TEMC’s programs and the Churches-on-the-Hill Food Bank.

Jazz and Reflection with Beachside Brass
2024-05-04 16:30 - 17:30 | Beach United Church, 140 Wineva Ave., Toronto, Ontario, M4E 2T4, Canada
Beach United Church is excited to present local band Beachside Brass on Saturday, May 4th at 4:30 pm as they present a fun show filled with jazz, pop, funk, soul and more. Get ready to clap your hands, move your feet, and head on down to Bourbon Street!
Beach United’s warm, inviting hall serves as the perfect backdrop for this concert – the concert is pay-what-you-can, and proceeds support our year-round community programs.

Tea with the Mad Hatter
2024-05-04 19:30 - 21:30 | Islington United Church, 25 Burnhamthorpe Road, Toronto, ON, M9A 1G9
Tea with the Mad Hatter isn’t even about tea! It’s a fundraising and fun raising evening that will include food, wine, and entertainment. Tickets are $75 each, and with each ticket you buy you will receive a $40 tax receipt. Funds raised will help to support the many ministries of Islington United Church.
This fun event will offer an experience for all your senses – from eye catching décor that will transport you into the magical world of the Mad Hatter, to a private concert offered by Jason Locke and Cynthia Smithers with delightful music from Alice in Wonderland, fun Broadway classics and toe-tapping show tunes.
And we haven’t even talked about the food, yet! This evening is all about delightful food experiences. It’s not advertised as a dinner, because it isn’t. But come hungry and we promise you will leave full. Be assured you can count on Islington Hospitality to make sure you’ve had enough!
This will be a night to remember and you certainly don’t want to miss it. The deadline to order tickets is Sunday, April 28 . . . so don’t be late! This event is open to all those 19 years of age and older.
Table reservations are not available, but you are invited to arrive together with friends to be seated together. Coming alone? No problem. We’ll find you a place to sit with fun people. Don’t hesitate to dress up to suit the theme. Create a mad hat or simply come as you are.
Can’t attend but want to participate? Donate an item for inclusion in the live auction or a gift basket. Contact Val Greenfield (valgreenfield50@gmail.com) to make arrangements.
Registration at https://islingtonunited.org/event/tea-with-the-mad-hatter/

QueerSpace
2024-05-05 14:00 - 2024-08-04 16:00 | Cummer Avenue United Church, 53 Cummer Avenue, Toronto, Ontario, M2M 2E5, Canada
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1st and 3rd Sunday every month until summer break

Dorothy's Place- Weekly
2024-05-06 11:30 - 14:00 | Birchcliff Bluffs United Church, 33 East Road, Toronto, Ontario, M5A 4P8, Canada
Dorothy’s Place is a weekly drop-in program for 2SLGBTQIA+, questioning, and allied older adults and seniors aged 50+.
We offer homemade meals, workshop and educational programming, and social opportunities.
We are open on Mondays from 11:30am-2pm.

Toby's Place- Weekly
2024-05-06 15:30 - 20:30 | Birchcliff Bluffs United Church, 33 East Road, Toronto, Ontario, M5A 4P8, Canada
Toby’s Place is a weekly drop-in program for 2SLGBTQIA+ youth, folks questioning their gender and/or sexuality, and friends and allies, 23-years-old and under. We feature meals from scratch, workshop or entertainment programming, a clothing swap, book swap corner, and more!
We run on Mondays from 3:30pm-8:30pm.
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No Cause for Despair: Finding Holy Joy in the Midst of Secularization with Dr. Stefan Paas
2024-05-07 10:00 - 15:00 | Timothy Eaton Memorial Church, 230 St. Clair Avenue West, Toronto, Ontario, M4V 1R5, Canada
Does the deep secularization of western societies mean that God has disappeared, or is it rather a path through which God leads the people to new discoveries, a new dependence on grace? Join Dr. Stefan Paas, author and expert on church planting and mission, for the day as he explores faithful responses to secularization. Two talks and accompanying breakout sessions will include material from his book Pilgrims and Priests: Christian Mission in a Post-Christian Society. Drawing on a wide range of practical insight with mission in one of the most secular contexts of the West, Dr. Paas blends his experience with a thorough analysis of relevant biblical, historical, sociological, theological, and spiritual sources that bear relevance to missional identity in the challenging circumstances presented by the secular West. He presents a hopeful perspective, rooted in a realistic appraisal of reality and rich theological reflections.
The format of the day includes lectures and group work for participants in person or online (via Zoom) as well as lunch for those who gather in person at Timothy Eaton Memorial Church, Toronto.
In person: $75 lunch and snacks included
Online: pay what you can (suggested amount $25)

ALPHA
2024-05-08 06:00 | North Bramalea United Church, 3 Howden Blvd, Brampton, Ontario, L6S 4L6, Canada
North Bramalea United Church (NBUC) in Brampton will be offering a number of Alpha sessions beginning February 7th.
Alpha Evening: In person Wednesday February 7th 6:30pm – 8:30pm (dinner included)
Online Wednesday February 7th 7:00pm – 8:30pm
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.
Email any questions to office@nbuc.ca and we would be happy to answer them.
