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SUMMARY:3rd Annual Roncesvalles National Truth and Reconciliation Day Event
DESCRIPTION:4:00 pm: Ceremony at the Peace Garden\, 2291 Dundas Street West\, Toronto\n4:30 pm : “Orange Shirt Walk” to Roncesvalles United Church\n5pm-6pm: Free concert with Haida Cree new music sensation Kristi Lane Sinclair and band at Roncesvalles United Church \nSponsored by the Roncesvalles Village BIA \nContact us at roncesvallesuc@gmail.com or 416-536-1755 for more information
URL:https://shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca/event/3rd-annual-roncesvalles-national-truth-and-reconciliation-day-event/2023-09-30/2/
LOCATION:Roncesvalles United Church\, 240 Roncesvalles Ave\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M6R 1M3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230930T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230930T170000
DTSTAMP:20260426T212917
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SUMMARY:3rd Annual Roncesvalles National Truth and Reconciliation Day Event
DESCRIPTION:4:00 pm: Ceremony at the Peace Garden\, 2291 Dundas Street West\, Toronto\n4:30 pm : “Orange Shirt Walk” to Roncesvalles United Church\n5pm-6pm: Free concert with Haida Cree new music sensation Kristi Lane Sinclair and band at Roncesvalles United Church \nSponsored by the Roncesvalles Village BIA \nContact us at roncesvallesuc@gmail.com or 416-536-1755 for more information
URL:https://shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca/event/3rd-annual-roncesvalles-national-truth-and-reconciliation-day-event/2023-09-30/1/
LOCATION:Roncesvalles United Church\, 240 Roncesvalles Ave\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M6R 1M3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230929T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230929T193000
DTSTAMP:20260426T212917
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SUMMARY:Book Launch\, Festschrift Leif Vaage: Recovering an Undomesticated Apostle
DESCRIPTION:Friday\, Sept. 29\, 6–7:30 p.m.\, Emmanuel College Chapel and Online\, free\, register at uoft.me/vaage \nJoin us for the launch of “Recovering an Undomesticated Apostle: Essays on the Legacy of Paul” (McGill-Queens 2023)\, edited by Christopher B. Zeichmann and John A. Egger. Published in honour of Leif E. Vaage (Professor Emeritus of New Testament\, Emmanuel College)\, “Recovering an Undomesticated Apostle” presents Paul as a man operating from a position of desperation\, making virtue out of necessity as he attempted to claw his way up in the dog-eat-dog world of the ancient Mediterranean. Details and registration are available at uoft.me/vaage
URL:https://shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca/event/book-launch-festschrift-leif-vaage-recovering-an-undomesticated-apostle/
LOCATION:Emmanuel College\, 75 Queen's Park Crescent East\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M5S 1K7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Emmanuel College":MAILTO:ec.events@utoronto.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230928T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230928T130000
DTSTAMP:20260426T212917
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SUMMARY:Growing Together In Life and Leadership
DESCRIPTION:We are excited to invite you and your team to our next quarterly session in this hybrid format on THURSDAY SEPTEMBER 28th (9 am – 1 pm).\nThe Hybrid session will be on zoom and In-person at North Bramalea United Church\, 363 Howden Blvd\, Brampton\, Ontario. \nThe topic will be MINDSET IS EVERYTHING and we will be covering things such as:\n• Impact of a growth mindset\n• How your mindset as a leader influences others\n• Practical ways to improve your mindset that will help your life and leadership \nWe encourage you to register with Johanna at jmcpherson@cbps.ca not just for this session if you have not already done so\, but also for the remaining session this year to make sure you get them in your calendar and keep the momentum going. \nThe price per session is $125 +HST per individual. \nSessions are 4 hours between 9am- 1 pm and will be held online. We will have breaks\, breakout rooms and personal work time. \nAlso\, we would love it if you could use this to invite a colleague or friend who you also think would benefit from joining us in this work! \nhttps://www.growingtogetherinlifeandleadership.com
URL:https://shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca/event/growing-together-in-life-and-leadership/
LOCATION:North Bramalea United Church\, 3 Howden Blvd\, Brampton\, Ontario\, L6S 4L6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230927T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230927T203000
DTSTAMP:20260426T212917
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SUMMARY:Spirit is Alive\, Magic is Afoot: In Conversation with Professor Maria Hupfield
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday\, Sept. 27\, 7–8:30 p.m.\, Emmanuel College Chapel\, free\, in partnership with the University of St. Michael’s College. \nThis talk will focus on the centrality of spirituality within indigenous art practice and curation in Canada through a discussion of Professor Maria Hupfield’s work.
URL:https://shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca/event/spirit-is-alive-magic-is-afoot-in-conversation-with-professor-maria-hupfield/
LOCATION:Emmanuel College\, 75 Queen's Park Crescent East\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M5S 1K7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Emmanuel College":MAILTO:ec.events@utoronto.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230927T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230927T203000
DTSTAMP:20260426T212917
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LAST-MODIFIED:20231005T210519Z
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SUMMARY:Alpha - On-Line  - Evening
DESCRIPTION:Alpha is a series of interactive sessions exploring the basics of the Christian faith. \nEach 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. \nOffered ONLINE weekly for 11 weeks\, on Wednesday evenings from 7:00pm – 8:30pm starting on September 27\, 2023 \nVideo.\nThe 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?” \nSmall Group Discussion.\nProbably 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. \nCheck out the first session to see if this is something you would like to explore! \nAll are welcome!
URL:https://shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca/event/alpha-on-line-evening/2023-09-27/
LOCATION:North Bramalea United Church\, 3 Howden Blvd\, Brampton\, Ontario\, L6S 4L6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Educational
ORGANIZER;CN="North Bramalea United Church":MAILTO:rcanning@nbuc.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230927T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230927T210000
DTSTAMP:20260426T212917
CREATED:20230825T192728Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231005T210621Z
UID:10000627-1695839400-1695848400@shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca
SUMMARY:Alpha - In Person - Evening
DESCRIPTION: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. \nEach 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. \nOffered IN-PERSON weekly for 11 weeks\, this course starts on Wednesday September 27\, 2023 from 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm at NBUC \nA light dinner will be served followed by the video and small group discussions. \nVideo.\nThe 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?” \nSmall Group Discussion.\nProbably 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. \nCheck out the first session to see if this is something you would like to explore! \nAll are welcome!
URL:https://shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca/event/alpha-in-person-evening/2023-09-27/
LOCATION:North Bramalea United Church\, 3 Howden Blvd\, Brampton\, Ontario\, L6S 4L6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community Events
ORGANIZER;CN="North Bramalea United Church":MAILTO:rcanning@nbuc.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230926T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230926T210000
DTSTAMP:20260426T212917
CREATED:20230829T194616Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230829T194616Z
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SUMMARY:Islington Reads: September 2023
DESCRIPTION:Everyone is invited to the next meeting of Islington Reads on September 26\, 2023 at 7 pm in the Sanctuary with the author. The author is C. S. Richardson and the book is All The Colour in the World. We will be recording it but it will not be available on Zoom. \nAll books discussed at Islington Reads are available for purchase at A Novel Spot Bookshop. A limited number are available from the church library. Please contact Anne Marriott at anne.marriott@gmail.com if you need to borrow a copy of the book. \nA synopsis of the book is available below: \nHenry\, born 1916\, thin-as-sticks\, nearsighted\, is an obsessive doodler—copying illustrations from his Boy’s Own magazines. Left in the care of a nurturing\, Shakespeare-quoting grandmother\, eight-year-old Henry receives as a gift his first set of colouring pencils (and a pocket knife for the sharpening). As he commits these colours to memory—cadmium yellow; burnt ochre; deep scarlet red—a passion for art\, colour\, and the stories of the great artists takes hold\, and becomes Henry’s unique way of seeing the world. It is a passion that will both haunt and sustain him on his journey through the century: from boyhood dreams on a summer beach to the hothouse of art academia and a love cut short by tragedy; from the psychological wounds of war to the redemption of unexpected love. \nProjected against a backdrop of iconic masterpieces—from the rich hues of the European masters to the technicolour magic of Hollywood—All the Colour in the World is Henry’s story: part miscellany\, part memory palace\, exquisitely precise with the emotional sweep of a great moment.
URL:https://shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca/event/islington-reads-september-2023/
LOCATION:Islington United Church\, 25 Burnhamthorpe Road\, Toronto\, ON\, M9A 1G9
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Islington United Church":MAILTO:office@islingtonunited.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230926T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230926T140000
DTSTAMP:20260426T212917
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UID:10000603-1695729600-1695736800@shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca
SUMMARY:Lunch & Learn: Aging in Place
DESCRIPTION:Join everyone for an informative session on Aging in Place\, what is involved\, what to prepare for and all over lunch! Registration is required so please email office@northleaunited.ca or call 416 425 5252 with your name\, contact information and number of people who will be attending. Hope you see you there!
URL:https://shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca/event/lunch-learn-aging-in-place/
LOCATION:Northlea United Church\, 125 Brentcliffe Road\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M4G 3Y7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Northlea United Office":MAILTO:office@northleaunited.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230926T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230926T110000
DTSTAMP:20260426T212917
CREATED:20230929T195142Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240710T202535Z
UID:10001064-1695722400-1695726000@shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca
SUMMARY:Rimbala Classes for Seniors
DESCRIPTION: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. \nOlder 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. \nFor more information\, please visit: www.rimbala.com \nClasses are held at: \nRosedale United Church 159 Roxborough Dr\, Toronto Wednesdays 11:30 AM-12:30 PM $20.00 per session \nand online at various times throughout the week. \nPlease contact Dr. Daniel Rubinoff: 416.709.8381 doctor.rimbala@gmail.com
URL:https://shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca/event/rimbala-classes-for-seniors/2023-09-26/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230924T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230924T160000
DTSTAMP:20260426T212917
CREATED:20230912T202324Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230912T202324Z
UID:10000793-1695567600-1695571200@shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca
SUMMARY:God in the Woods
DESCRIPTION:Hi all \nOur next gathering for God in the Woods will be Sunday\, September 24\, 3-4pm\, at the Barrie Arboretum.\nThere will be a time of gathering\, centering\, readings\, presenting of theme\, wandering and wondering\, shared wisdom\, shared prayer and communal blessing. \nDress for the weather\, rain or shine.\nFeel free to bring a friend. \nDirections for Barrie Arboretum:\nThe Arboretum is found in the North-West corner of Sunnidale Park.\nAs you are driving North-West on Sunnidale\, towards the intersection with Cundles\, the Arboretum will be on your right. And\, as you approach the intersection\, you will see a cleared space on the shoulder for parking. I will be waiting for you here.\nFeel free to bring a friend.
URL:https://shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca/event/god-in-the-woods-6/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230923T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230923T123000
DTSTAMP:20260426T212917
CREATED:20230825T191100Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230825T191100Z
UID:10000630-1695463200-1695472200@shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca
SUMMARY:Month 13: Ensuring a Smooth Transition
DESCRIPTION:This is a training session for private refugee sponsors to equip them with skills for best practice. Participants will learn how to do a needs assessment and cover everything a sponsored family needs to know begin their life in Canada\, and will hear from a newcomer about his own personal transition.
URL:https://shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca/event/month-13-ensuring-a-smooth-transition/2023-09-23/2/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Private refugee Sponsor Network (Ontario)":MAILTO:b.sheffield@rogers.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230923T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230923T130000
DTSTAMP:20260426T212917
CREATED:20230710T202356Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230710T203441Z
UID:10000602-1695459600-1695474000@shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca
SUMMARY:Clothing Drive Drop Off for Flemingdon Park
DESCRIPTION:Cleaning up after a wonderful summer? Trying to find a place to drop off gently used clean clothes for families in need? Search no more! Come to Northlea United between 9-1 on Saturday\, September 26 and drop off those items. Maybe you can even drop off a few new things too? Hope to see you there – doing good while cleaning up. \nImage: clothessarah-brown-oa7pqZmmhuA-unsplash
URL:https://shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca/event/clothing-drive-drop-off-for-flemingdon-park/
LOCATION:Northlea United Church\, 125 Brentcliffe Road\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M4G 3Y7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Northlea United Office":MAILTO:office@northleaunited.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230923T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230923T170000
DTSTAMP:20260426T212917
CREATED:20230825T191100Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230825T191100Z
UID:10000629-1695456000-1695488400@shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca
SUMMARY:Month 13: Ensuring a Smooth Transition
DESCRIPTION:This is a training session for private refugee sponsors to equip them with skills for best practice. Participants will learn how to do a needs assessment and cover everything a sponsored family needs to know begin their life in Canada\, and will hear from a newcomer about his own personal transition.
URL:https://shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca/event/month-13-ensuring-a-smooth-transition/2023-09-23/1/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Private refugee Sponsor Network (Ontario)":MAILTO:b.sheffield@rogers.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230922T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230922T200000
DTSTAMP:20260426T212917
CREATED:20230912T202427Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230912T202427Z
UID:10000794-1695407400-1695412800@shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca
SUMMARY:Let' Talk ... Ruby Throated Hummingbird
DESCRIPTION:Free community event – all welcome!\nOnline via zoom – see website for link\n6:30 pm Gathering\n7 pm Guest Speaker Stephanie Keeler\, The Riverwood Conservancy (in person and on zoom)
URL:https://shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca/event/let-talk-ruby-throated-hummingbird/
LOCATION:Bolton United Church\, 8 Nancy Street\, Bolton\, Ontario\, L7E 1C7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Bolton United Church":MAILTO:office@boltonunitedchurch.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230920T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230920T113000
DTSTAMP:20260426T212917
CREATED:20230825T191249Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231005T210715Z
UID:10000626-1695204000-1695209400@shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca
SUMMARY:Alpha - In Person - Daytime
DESCRIPTION: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. \nEach 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. \nOffered IN-PERSON 11 weeks course starting on Wednesday September 20\,2023 – November 29\,2023 from 10:00 to 11:30am at NBUC \nVideo.\nThe 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?” \nSmall Group Discussion.\nProbably 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. \nCheck out the first session to see if this is something you would like to explore! \nAll are welcome!
URL:https://shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca/event/alpha-in-person-daytime/2023-09-20/
LOCATION:North Bramalea United Church\, 3 Howden Blvd\, Brampton\, Ontario\, L6S 4L6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community Events
ORGANIZER;CN="North Bramalea United Church":MAILTO:rcanning@nbuc.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230919T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230919T200000
DTSTAMP:20260426T212917
CREATED:20230825T201958Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230825T202446Z
UID:10000778-1695146400-1695153600@shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca
SUMMARY:Town Hall Info Session and Regional Meeting to Vote on Remit
DESCRIPTION:Town Hall Info Session\nJoin us on Tuesday\, September 19 starting at 6 p.m. for our town hall information session\, when we will gather on Zoom with our friends from Canadian Shield Regional Council to review and discuss the remit to remove structural barriers to developing and sustaining an autonomous Indigenous Church. Special guest the Rev. Michael Blair\, General Secretary\, will be with us to join in the discussion. \nThis information session is open to all those interested in learning more about the remit vote\, both for your own community of faith’s vote or our regional response. Please register below to attend. \n  \n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Regional Meeting to Vote on Remit\nFollowing the information session\, Shining Waters regional members will stay online and vote on our regional response to the remit. We anticipate ending by 8 p.m. \nThis is a Category 3 Remit\, and so requires a vote by every regional council and each pastoral charge’s governing body. If a regional council or a pastoral charge does not register a vote\, that is considered a vote against the proposal. \nThere is one question to be voted on\, as follows: \nDoes the regional council agree to amend the Basis of Union to reflect: \n\nThat The United Church of Canada will be organized as follows (1) a three-council structure\, consisting of communities of faith\, regional councils and a Denominational Council*; and (2) an autonomous National Indigenous Organization; and\nThat once the new autonomous National Indigenous Organization is established within The United Church of Canada\, it will have its own mechanisms to make any future changes to its structure and processes\, and\, therefore will not be subject to the remit process under section 7.4.1 of the Basis of Union**; and\nThe changes required for the establishment of the autonomous National Indigenous Organization.\n\n  \nOnce the regional vote has been completed we will submit the regional response form to the General Council Office. \n  \nFor more information and to register please see our website here.
URL:https://shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca/event/town-hall-info-session-and-regional-meeting-to-vote-on-remit/
LOCATION:online event
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Shining Waters Regional Council Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230917T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230917T170000
DTSTAMP:20260426T212917
CREATED:20230825T193520Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230825T193520Z
UID:10000776-1694966400-1694970000@shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca
SUMMARY:Godly Play Core Training
DESCRIPTION:This training is for anyone who cares about and wants to learn how to support the spiritual lives of children. Godly Play training events have evolved over 40 years of research\, practice\, reflection\, and prayer and are designed to be as innovative and deeply spiritual for adults as Godly Play is for children. In Godly Play training you will learn about Godly Play and be deeply nurtured and encouraged in your own spiritual journey. Core Training includes three plenary sessions: Sacred Space and the Godly Play Environment\, The Spirituality of Childhood\, and Supporting the Community of Children. \nNo age restriction. Meals provided. For people who want to learn more about Godly Play\, Become a trained leader\, or parents who want to support their children’s faith formation and spiritual growth. \nREGISTRATION $350.00\nThe amount is per person and includes a 3-day training program held on September 15\, 16\, 17\, 2023. Registrant must fully attend all three days to become “trained”.
URL:https://shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca/event/godly-play-core-training/2023-09-17/
LOCATION:Islington United Church\, 25 Burnhamthorpe Road\, Toronto\, ON\, M9A 1G9
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Educational
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230917T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230917T190000
DTSTAMP:20260426T212917
CREATED:20230825T193130Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230825T193203Z
UID:10000635-1694948400-1694977200@shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca
SUMMARY:Join renowned Indigenous artist Philip Cote for a ground-breaking Truth  and Reconciliation Event
DESCRIPTION:On Saturday\, September 16 & Sunday\, September 17\, Philip will carve old church pews into totem poles; a powerful statement of transformation and the coming-together of two spiritual paths\, signaling the advent of the “Eighth Fire” when “all will become one.” \nAt Roncesvalles United Church\, during the Polish Festival. \nPLEASE CHECK https://polishfestival.ca/ for more specific hours \nContact us at roncesvallesuc@gmail.com for more information
URL:https://shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca/event/join-renowned-indigenous-artist-philip-cote-for-a-ground-breaking-truth-and-reconciliation-event/2023-09-17/
LOCATION:Roncesvalles United Church\, 240 Roncesvalles Ave\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M6R 1M3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230916T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230916T210000
DTSTAMP:20260426T212917
CREATED:20230901T124020Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230901T124020Z
UID:10000785-1694892600-1694898000@shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca
SUMMARY:Falling for Music: Art Song for Autumn
DESCRIPTION:An exquisite evening of art song from soprano Chelsea Van Pelt\, baritone Nicholas Higgs and pianist Helen Becqué. \nFeaturing the music of Ravel\, Vaughan Williams\, Fauré\, C. Schumann\, Bridge\, Laitman\, Tiefenbach and more\, our Norquay Scholarship concert\, originally scheduled for spring 2020\, is finally here. \nTickets are $20 (in person) and $15 (livestream). The livestream will be available on demand until Nov. 16.
URL:https://shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca/event/falling-for-music-art-song-for-autumn/
LOCATION:Metropolitan United Church\, 56 Queen Street East\, Toronto
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Music at Metropolitan":MAILTO:communications@metunited.ca
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230916T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230916T173000
DTSTAMP:20260426T212917
CREATED:20230802T190938Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230802T190938Z
UID:10000617-1694881800-1694885400@shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca
SUMMARY:Music for the Soul with Brooklyn Doran
DESCRIPTION:Beach United is excited to present Brooklyn Doran at our Main Hall on Saturday\, September 16th at 4:30pm. \n– \nBrooklyn Doran (she/her) is a queer singer-songwriter originally from the heart of Northwestern Ontario\, who has been a staple of the Toronto folk scene for over ten years. Doran’s unique sound weaves song and storytelling; the polarity between her music and personality create a harmonious blend of wit and humour contrasted by vulnerable lyricism and haunting melody. \nMoving to Toronto in 2008\, Brooklyn Doran wasted no time building a reputation for herself in the music scene. A natural performer\, audiences were immediately drawn to Doran’s engaging storytelling and emotional honesty. An accomplished saxophonist\, she performed as a session player\, while booking gigs across the city as a solo artist; singing and strumming an old beat-up acoustic guitar that was purchased at a yard sale. \nHer newest record FIXER UPPER is available June 1\, 2023. \n– \nBeach United’s warm\, inviting hall serves as the perfect backdrop for this concert – donations are welcomed\, and proceeds support the Beach United Church food programs.
URL:https://shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca/event/music-for-the-soul-with-brooklyn-doran/
LOCATION:Beach United Church\, 140 Wineva Ave.\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M4E 2T4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230916T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230916T170000
DTSTAMP:20260426T212917
CREATED:20230825T193520Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230825T193520Z
UID:10000775-1694880000-1694883600@shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca
SUMMARY:Godly Play Core Training
DESCRIPTION:This training is for anyone who cares about and wants to learn how to support the spiritual lives of children. Godly Play training events have evolved over 40 years of research\, practice\, reflection\, and prayer and are designed to be as innovative and deeply spiritual for adults as Godly Play is for children. In Godly Play training you will learn about Godly Play and be deeply nurtured and encouraged in your own spiritual journey. Core Training includes three plenary sessions: Sacred Space and the Godly Play Environment\, The Spirituality of Childhood\, and Supporting the Community of Children. \nNo age restriction. Meals provided. For people who want to learn more about Godly Play\, Become a trained leader\, or parents who want to support their children’s faith formation and spiritual growth. \nREGISTRATION $350.00\nThe amount is per person and includes a 3-day training program held on September 15\, 16\, 17\, 2023. Registrant must fully attend all three days to become “trained”.
URL:https://shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca/event/godly-play-core-training/2023-09-16/
LOCATION:Islington United Church\, 25 Burnhamthorpe Road\, Toronto\, ON\, M9A 1G9
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Educational
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230916T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230916T140000
DTSTAMP:20260426T212917
CREATED:20230901T124806Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230901T124811Z
UID:10000786-1694865600-1694872800@shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca
SUMMARY:Harvest Festival
DESCRIPTION:Come join the fun! See our website for more info on our vendors: https://northleaunited.ca/ \nWe look forward to seeing you there!
URL:https://shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca/event/harvest-festival/
LOCATION:Northlea United Church\, 125 Brentcliffe Road\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M4G 3Y7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Northlea United Office":MAILTO:office@northleaunited.ca
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230916T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230916T230000
DTSTAMP:20260426T212917
CREATED:20230825T193130Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230825T193203Z
UID:10000634-1694862000-1694905200@shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca
SUMMARY:Join renowned Indigenous artist Philip Cote for a ground-breaking Truth  and Reconciliation Event
DESCRIPTION:On Saturday\, September 16 & Sunday\, September 17\, Philip will carve old church pews into totem poles; a powerful statement of transformation and the coming-together of two spiritual paths\, signaling the advent of the “Eighth Fire” when “all will become one.” \nAt Roncesvalles United Church\, during the Polish Festival. \nPLEASE CHECK https://polishfestival.ca/ for more specific hours \nContact us at roncesvallesuc@gmail.com for more information
URL:https://shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca/event/join-renowned-indigenous-artist-philip-cote-for-a-ground-breaking-truth-and-reconciliation-event/2023-09-16/
LOCATION:Roncesvalles United Church\, 240 Roncesvalles Ave\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M6R 1M3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230916T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230916T170000
DTSTAMP:20260426T212917
CREATED:20230906T170213Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230906T170213Z
UID:10000791-1694862000-1694883600@shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca
SUMMARY:Lansing Open Market
DESCRIPTION:Live Music\, more than 40 local vendors\, prizes and giveaways. \n49 Bogert Ave.\, North York. \nVisit EventBrite\, we are looking for vendors: \nhttps://www.eventbrite.com/e/lansing-open-market-tickets-667633579007?aff=oddtdtcreator
URL:https://shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca/event/lansing-open-market/
LOCATION:Lansing United Church\, 49 Bogert Ave\, North York\, Ontario\, M2N 1K4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230916T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230916T160000
DTSTAMP:20260426T212917
CREATED:20230808T212012Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230825T194038Z
UID:10000777-1694858400-1694880000@shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca
SUMMARY:Are you going to BE {Book Event} at Richmond Hill United Church
DESCRIPTION:Continuing with the success of last year’s “Are you going to BE {Book Event}” there are now plans for a repeat performance which will be held over two days.\nThousands of books will be for sale!\nWe only accept books in good condition.\nNew to this year’s sale are resonably priced CD’s and DVD’s\n(Light refreshments and snacks will also be available) \nMark your calendars for this two-day event;\nFriday\, September 15th (1pm to 8pm) & Saturday\, September 16th (10am to 4pm) at\nRichmond Hill United Church\n10201 Yonge Street\nRichmond Hill\, ON
URL:https://shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca/event/are-you-going-to-be-book-event-richmond-hill-united-church/2023-09-16/
LOCATION:Richmond Hill United Church\, 10201 Yonge St.\, Ontario\, L4C 3B2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Richmond Hill United Church":MAILTO:office@rhuc.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230915T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230917T163000
DTSTAMP:20260426T212917
CREATED:20230828T142538Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230828T142538Z
UID:10000625-1694793600-1694968200@shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca
SUMMARY:Godly Play Core Training
DESCRIPTION:How do we teach our children to wonder\, explore and discover for themselves who God is? This 3-day course helps children’s ministry leaders – and all those who care about children – how to honour children’s spirituality and make space for their spiritual formation. \nGodly Play training events have evolved over 40 years of research\, practice\, reflection\, and prayer and are designed to be as innovative and deeply spiritual for adults as Godly Play is for children. In Godly Play training you will learn about Godly Play and be deeply nurtured and encouraged in your own spiritual journey. Core Training includes three plenary sessions: Sacred Space and the Godly Play Environment\, The Spirituality of Childhood\, and Supporting a Community of Children. \nNo age restriction. Meals provided. For people who want to learn more about Godly Play\, become a trained leader\, or parents who want to support their children’s faith formation programming.
URL:https://shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca/event/godly-play-core-training-2/
LOCATION:Islington United Church\, 25 Burnhamthorpe Road\, Toronto\, ON\, M9A 1G9
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Islington United Church":MAILTO:office@islingtonunited.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230915T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230915T170000
DTSTAMP:20260426T212917
CREATED:20230825T193520Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230825T193520Z
UID:10000631-1694793600-1694797200@shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca
SUMMARY:Godly Play Core Training
DESCRIPTION:This training is for anyone who cares about and wants to learn how to support the spiritual lives of children. Godly Play training events have evolved over 40 years of research\, practice\, reflection\, and prayer and are designed to be as innovative and deeply spiritual for adults as Godly Play is for children. In Godly Play training you will learn about Godly Play and be deeply nurtured and encouraged in your own spiritual journey. Core Training includes three plenary sessions: Sacred Space and the Godly Play Environment\, The Spirituality of Childhood\, and Supporting the Community of Children. \nNo age restriction. Meals provided. For people who want to learn more about Godly Play\, Become a trained leader\, or parents who want to support their children’s faith formation and spiritual growth. \nREGISTRATION $350.00\nThe amount is per person and includes a 3-day training program held on September 15\, 16\, 17\, 2023. Registrant must fully attend all three days to become “trained”.
URL:https://shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca/event/godly-play-core-training/2023-09-15/
LOCATION:Islington United Church\, 25 Burnhamthorpe Road\, Toronto\, ON\, M9A 1G9
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Educational
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230915T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230915T200000
DTSTAMP:20260426T212917
CREATED:20230808T212012Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230825T194038Z
UID:10000619-1694782800-1694808000@shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca
SUMMARY:Are you going to BE {Book Event} at Richmond Hill United Church
DESCRIPTION:Continuing with the success of last year’s “Are you going to BE {Book Event}” there are now plans for a repeat performance which will be held over two days.\nThousands of books will be for sale!\nWe only accept books in good condition.\nNew to this year’s sale are resonably priced CD’s and DVD’s\n(Light refreshments and snacks will also be available) \nMark your calendars for this two-day event;\nFriday\, September 15th (1pm to 8pm) & Saturday\, September 16th (10am to 4pm) at\nRichmond Hill United Church\n10201 Yonge Street\nRichmond Hill\, ON
URL:https://shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca/event/are-you-going-to-be-book-event-richmond-hill-united-church/2023-09-15/
LOCATION:Richmond Hill United Church\, 10201 Yonge St.\, Ontario\, L4C 3B2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community Events
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Book-Event-Logo-2023-jpg-1-scaled.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Richmond Hill United Church":MAILTO:office@rhuc.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230910T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230910T190000
DTSTAMP:20260426T212917
CREATED:20230710T195423Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230710T195423Z
UID:10000601-1694365200-1694372400@shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca
SUMMARY:Love Jazz at Northlea United
DESCRIPTION:Join Alex Pangman and her band at Northlea for Love Jazz. Alex will swing us back into the season with wonderful music and her beautiful voice. Can’t wait to see you there! Can’t wait to hear the music!!
URL:https://shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca/event/love-jazz-at-northlea-united-2/
LOCATION:Northlea United Church\, 125 Brentcliffe Road\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M4G 3Y7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Northlea United Office":MAILTO:office@northleaunited.ca
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