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SUMMARY:QueerSpace
DESCRIPTION:See attached image \n1st and 3rd Sunday every month until summer break
URL:https://shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca/event/queerspace-3/2024-08-04/
LOCATION:Cummer Avenue United Church\, 53 Cummer Avenue\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M2M 2E5\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Cummer Avenue United Church":MAILTO:office@cummeravenueuc.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241006T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241222T130000
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SUMMARY:WE Holy Fun Program
DESCRIPTION:WE Holy Fun Season 4: 3 hour drop-off program for 12 weeks (October 6 to December 22) every Sunday from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.\nProgram Details: Dance/Music\, Arts/Crafts\, Bible Storytelling\, Games/Sports\, Snacks. For children ages 4 to 12 – limited spots for 10 children and $20 for the entire program. Place: Willowdale Emmanuel United Church\, 349 Kenneth Ave. To register: email jung.hong@hotmail.com or call/text 416-459-8134
URL:https://shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca/event/we-holy-fun-program-3/
LOCATION:Willowdale Emmanuel UC\, 349 Kenneth Ave.\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M2N4V9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Educational
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ORGANIZER;CN="WillowdaleEmmanuel United Church":MAILTO:weunitedchurch@hotmail.com
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UID:10004255-1730419200-1730678399@shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca
SUMMARY:Drag & Spirituality Summit
DESCRIPTION:The Drag & Spirituality Summit is in its third year and is the first-of-its-kind gathering at the intersections of drag and spirituality. Join drag performers and faith leaders from around the globe for a stunning and sacred three-day summit. Feed the spirit and celebrate the body with powerful panel discussions\, inspiring practitioner presentations\, and—of course—fierce and fabulous performances. The Centre for Religion and Its Contexts is the proud host and co-sponsor of this year’s Summit. \nAll spiritual experiences and drag expressions are invited and celebrated in person and virtually. Drag artists\, spiritual care practitioners\, lovers of drag\, and folks wanting to learn more will congregate from around the globe with keynotes\, panel discussions\, workshops\, spiritual drag shows\, and a spiritual drag event for children of all ages and their families. \nIncluded in the summit will be our evening Spiritual Drag Show on Saturday\, Nov. 2 to raise funds for a new scholarship for queer students at Emmanuel College. Our College is an interfaith\, interspiritual theological school that provides training for students who are Christian\, Muslim\, Buddhist and other traditions to become spiritual care providers\, counsellors\, psycho-spiritual therapists\, chaplains\, ordained ministers\, musicians\, academics\, researchers and more. This scholarship will enable queer students to study at Emmanuel College by lessening the financial burden of continuing their education.
URL:https://shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca/event/drag-spirituality-summit-2/
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:20241101T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241102T170000
DTSTAMP:20260416T232134
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UID:10004185-1730448000-1730566800@shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca
SUMMARY:Faith in a Time of Genocide
DESCRIPTION:“Faith in a Time of Genocide” November 1-2\, 2024 is the United Network for Justice and Peace in Palestine and Israel (UNJPPI) national gathering in Toronto at the Hilton Garden Inn near the Pearson Airport. The program each day is from 8 am – 5 pm. There is a hotel room discount available until October 4th. Scholarships are available for students. People can also register for a pre-conference event on October 31 – training on the Palestine Land Exercise – at Trinity-St. Paul’s United Church\, Toronto . \nPlease register here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeFSYd8bJn3Oded_0hmVVmoHUc1SV_r-cMh7uoenzoaRe8J6w/viewform \nWe have an exciting line of up of speakers and leaders for the conference including: \nPalestinian Shadia Qubti will lead Bible study out of her lived experience. \nTariq Zoubi from Bethlehem will share his experience of growing up under occupation. \nWe will be able to engage with Ilan Pappe over zoom. He is a Jewish Israeli historian who has investigated the Israeli lobby and its 100 year campaign to silence voices for Palestinian human rights. \nWe’ll talk with General Council staff about United Church policy including the arms embargo campaign. \nWe will learn about Zionism\, Antisemitism and Islamaphobia. \nWe will learn about what it means to become an Apartheid-free church. \nAnd we will come away with a better understanding of international law and the impact on Canada of the International Court of Justice recent opinion. \nWe’ll meet amazing people from across Canada who are committed to acting for Palestinian human rights. \nDetails: \nCost $350 registration. plus you pay for your hotel room – $169 plus taxes per night. We can work out sharing a room if you like. This special hotel price is only available until October 4th. \nFor further information\, please contact George Bartlett – g.bartlett@sympatico.ca
URL:https://shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca/event/faith-in-a-time-of-genocide/
LOCATION:Hilton Garden Inn Toronto Airport\, 3311 Caroga Drive\, Mississauga\, ON\, L4V 1A3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Educational,Justice
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DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241101T170000
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UID:10004277-1730473200-1730480400@shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca
SUMMARY:The Knitting Pilgrim
DESCRIPTION:Kirk Dunn tells his story of his 15-year artistic and spiritual journey hand-knitting three large tapestries while exploring the reasons why the faiths struggle to get along today\, the meaning of art\, the hell of grant writing and the power of love to overcome major obstacles (and minor mishaps). \nTickets: $25 –\nIn advance via e-transfer – stpaulsunited@rogers.com\nAt the door on the day of (cash only)
URL:https://shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca/event/the-knitting-pilgrim/
LOCATION:St. Paul’s United Church Midland\, 308 King St.\, Midland\, Ontario\, L4R 3M6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Peggy Wallace":MAILTO:peggywallace06@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241101T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241101T213000
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SUMMARY:The Canadian Songlist: A Musical Journey Through Canada's Greatest Hits  Friday\, November 1 at 7:30 p.m.  Online or In Person  Tickets are $40 Each
DESCRIPTION:Get ready for an unforgettable night! Check out the playlist for our November 1st concert\, featuring the very best from Canada’s most talented artists. Whether you join us in person or tune in online\, it’s a show you won’t want to miss! \nPaul Anka – Put Your Head On My Shoulder \nSylvia Tyson/We Five – You Were On My Mind \nJoni Mitchell – Both Sides Now \nAnne Murray – Snowbird \nGordon Lightfoot – If You Could Read My Mind \nNeil Young – Heart of Gold \nBruce Cockburn – Lovers in a dangerous Time \n/Wondering Where the lions are \nLeonard Cohen – Hallelujah \nBarenaked Ladies – If I Had A Million Dollars \nkd lang – Constant Craving \nTragically Hip – Ahead By a Century \nSarah McLachlan – Angel \nShania Twain – Man! I Feel Like A Woman \nMurray Porter – Is Sorry Enough \nAndy Shauf – Early To The Party \nAllison Russell – The Returner \nand a few surprises along the way! \nHere’s a fun bit of trivia about Paul Anka: He wrote one of the most iconic songs in music history\, Frank Sinatra’s “My Way.” Though known for his own hits like “Diana” and “Put Your Head on My Shoulder\,” Anka penned “My Way” specifically for Sinatra in 1969\, adapting it from a French song. The song became a massive success and a defining piece for Sinatra’s career!
URL:https://shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca/event/the-canadian-songlist-a-musical-journey-through-canadas-greatest-hits-friday-november-1-at-730-p-m-online-or-in-person-tickets-are-40-each/
LOCATION:Lawrence Park Community Church\, 2180 Bayview Ave\, North York\, Ontario\, M4N 3K7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Lawrence Park Community Church":MAILTO:info@lawrenceparkchurch.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241101T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241101T213000
DTSTAMP:20260416T232134
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UID:10004289-1730489400-1730496600@shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca
SUMMARY:The Canadian Songlist. A Musical Tribute to Canada's Finest Singer/Songwriters!
DESCRIPTION:Come join us at Lawrence Park Community Church for a night filled with the best tunes from some of our most beloved Canadian Singer/Songwriter! From classic hits to modern favorites\, we’ll be celebrating the amazing music that our country has to offer. Get ready to sing along and dance the night away with fellow music lovers. Don’t miss out on this unforgettable event showcasing the incredible talent that Canada has produced over the years! There is a live 8 peice band which will guide us on this journey.\nTickets are only $40.
URL:https://shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca/event/the-canadian-songlist-a-musical-tribute-to-canadas-finest-singer-songwriters/
LOCATION:Lawrence Park Community Church\, 2180 Bayview Ave\, North York\, Ontario\, M4N 3K7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Lawrence Park Community Church":MAILTO:info@lawrenceparkchurch.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241102T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241102T173000
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UID:10004299-1730565000-1730568600@shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca
SUMMARY:Jazz & Reflection with the Larry Bond Quartet
DESCRIPTION:Beach United Church is excited to present an afternoon of classic jazz and blues featuring Toronto born pianist\, composer and arranger\, Larry Bond and his quartet\, as they explore the changing weather and seasons through music. \nSaturday\, November 2nd\, 2024 at 4:30pm \nEntry is PWYC\, with a suggested minimum donation of $10\nTickets are not required; you may just show up at our doors on the day of the concert.
URL:https://shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca/event/jazz-reflection-with-the-larry-bond-quartet/
LOCATION:Beach United Church\, 140 Wineva Ave.\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M4E 2T4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241102T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241102T203000
DTSTAMP:20260416T232134
CREATED:20240719T210452Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240719T210452Z
UID:10004081-1730574000-1730579400@shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca
SUMMARY:Saturday Night Family Fellowship
DESCRIPTION:Bring your Children\, Spouse\, Friend\, Neighbour\nfor an Evening of Singing and Fellowship at\nLemonville United Church\nWhen: Saturday Evenings: August 3\, Sept 7\nWhere: Lemonville United Church\, 13523 McCowan Road\, Stouffville \nCoffee\, Tea and Light Snacks will be Provided\nWelcome\nOpening Prayer\nSinging\nChildren’s Story & Song\nChildren’s Game and/or Craft and/or Playtime\nAdult Discussion
URL:https://shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca/event/saturday-night-family-fellowship/2024-11-02/
LOCATION:Lemonville United Church\, 13523 McCowan Rd\, Whitchurch-Stouffville\, Ontario\, L4A 7X5\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241102T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241102T210000
DTSTAMP:20260416T232134
CREATED:20241004T155941Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241004T155957Z
UID:10004274-1730574000-1730581200@shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca
SUMMARY:Stitched Glass Knitted Pilgrim Theatre
DESCRIPTION:The Knitting Pilgrim\, featuring actor and knitter Kirk Dunn\, is a multidisciplinary one-man show that combines personal storytelling\, image projection\, and three huge knitted panels that look like stained glass windows\, to explore the connection among the Abrahamic faiths: Judaism\, Christianity and Islam. The play recounts Kirk’s15-year artistic and spiritual journey of hand-knitting the ambitious project\, and looks at why people struggle to get along today\, the meaning of art\, the hell of grant writing\, and the power of love to overcome major obstacles (and minor mishaps). #BYOK (bring your own knitting).\nGeneral admission adult ticket $40. Student ticket $20\nPlease reserve ticket! Limited #
URL:https://shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca/event/stitched-glass-knitted-pilgrim-theatre/
LOCATION:Palgrave United Church\, 34 Pine Ave\, Caledon\, Ontario\, L7E 0L9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Palgrave United Community Kitchen":MAILTO:info@palgravekitchen.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241103T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241103T130000
DTSTAMP:20260416T232134
CREATED:20240926T225441Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241004T135354Z
UID:10004272-1730628000-1730638800@shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca
SUMMARY:WE Holy Fun Program
DESCRIPTION:3 hour drop-off program for 12 weeks (October 6 to December 22) every Sunday from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. For children ages 4 to 12\nProgram details: Dance/Music\, Arts/Crafts\, Bible Storytelling\, Games/Sports\, Snacks. Limited spots for 10 children and $20 for the entire program.\nPlace: Willowdale Emmanuel United Church (349 Kenneth Ave.) To register: email jung.hong@hotmail.com or call/text 416-459-8134
URL:https://shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca/event/we-holy-fun-program-2/2024-11-03/
LOCATION:Willowdale Emmanuel UC\, 349 Kenneth Ave.\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M2N4V9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Educational
ORGANIZER;CN="WillowdaleEmmanuel United Church":MAILTO:weunitedchurch@hotmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241103T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241103T170000
DTSTAMP:20260416T232134
CREATED:20240923T153857Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240923T154355Z
UID:10004253-1730646000-1730653200@shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca
SUMMARY:Yukine Kuroki
DESCRIPTION:Piano recital at Trinity United Church in Newmarket.
URL:https://shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca/event/yukine-kuroki/
LOCATION:Trinity United Church (Newmarket)\, 461 Park Ave\, Newmarket\, Ontario\, L3Y1V9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241103T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241103T203000
DTSTAMP:20260416T232134
CREATED:20241028T161157Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241028T161157Z
UID:10004308-1730656800-1730665800@shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca
SUMMARY:Resonance dinner and worship
DESCRIPTION:Join Islington United Church on November 3rd at 6:00pm for Resonance — a community dinner followed by contemporary worship. Here we connect with God\, ourselves\, and one another through food\, music\, art and community in a relaxed and informal atmosphere. \nDetails: https://islingtonunited.org/event/resonance-contemporary-worship-4/
URL:https://shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca/event/resonance-dinner-and-worship/2024-11-03/
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:20241104T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241104T140000
DTSTAMP:20260416T232134
CREATED:20240214T162820Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240331T192004Z
UID:10002157-1730719800-1730728800@shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca
SUMMARY:Dorothy's Place- Weekly
DESCRIPTION:Dorothy’s Place is a weekly drop-in program for 2SLGBTQIA+\, questioning\, and allied older adults and seniors aged 50+.\nWe offer homemade meals\, workshop and educational programming\, and social opportunities. \nWe are open on Mondays from 11:30am-2pm.
URL:https://shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca/event/dorothys-place-weekly/2024-11-04/
LOCATION:Birchcliff Bluffs United Church\, 33 East Road\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M5A 4P8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Dorothy's Place":MAILTO:dorothysplace4u@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241104T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241104T203000
DTSTAMP:20260416T232134
CREATED:20240214T162734Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240331T191911Z
UID:10001896-1730734200-1730752200@shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca
SUMMARY:Toby's Place- Weekly
DESCRIPTION: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! \nWe run on Mondays from 3:30pm-8:30pm. \n​
URL:https://shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca/event/tobys-place-weekly/2024-11-04/
LOCATION:Birchcliff Bluffs United Church\, 33 East Road\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M5A 4P8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Toby's Place":MAILTO:tobys.place33@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241105T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241105T150000
DTSTAMP:20260416T232134
CREATED:20240905T201530Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240905T201530Z
UID:10004174-1730811600-1730818800@shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca
SUMMARY:St. Matthew's Seniors' Social
DESCRIPTION:Join us in the Parlour for coffee\, tea\, discussion and games. All are welcome!
URL:https://shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca/event/st-matthews-seniors-social-2/2024-11-05/
LOCATION:729 St. Clair Avenue West\, 729\, Toronto\, ON\, M6J 2X1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="St. Matthew's United Church":MAILTO:stmattsunited@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241105T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241105T150000
DTSTAMP:20260416T232134
CREATED:20241024T185715Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241024T185715Z
UID:10004301-1730811600-1730818800@shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca
SUMMARY:Seniors Social
DESCRIPTION:We will meet in the Parlour from 1:00-3:00. All welcome! Contact Betsy Anderson (andersonbetsy528@gmail.com) with any questions.
URL:https://shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca/event/seniors-social-2/2024-11-05/
LOCATION:729 St. Clair Avenue West\, 729\, Toronto\, ON\, M6J 2X1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="St. Matthew's United Church%2C Toronto":MAILTO:stmattsunited@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241106T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241106T203000
DTSTAMP:20260416T232134
CREATED:20240923T152746Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240923T153448Z
UID:10004259-1730914200-1730925000@shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca
SUMMARY:The Ecumenical Chaplaincy's Fall Gala
DESCRIPTION:GALA RECEPTION\n5:30 – 8:30 pm\, Wed Nov 6\, 2024\nSt. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church\, 73 Simcoe St\, in Toronto\n$100 per person ($30 for students) \nRegister for the GALA here: https://bit.ly/ECUTFallGala2024 \nThe evening begins with drinks and hors d’oeuvres at 5:30 p.m.\, with music\, speakers\, and a silent auction.\n(Ticket includes entrance\, a beverage of your choice\, and food. Additional beverages available for purchase) \nWe’d be honoured by your presence at this gala event to:\n· Support our current ministry with students\n· Celebrate the legacy of the Rev. Ralph Carl Wushke\, chaplain from 2004-2018\n· Launch our two-year $200\,000 fundraising campaign to secure the future of inclusive and progressive campus ministry at U of T.\nYour participation means the world to the Chaplaincy! \nRev. Daniel Cho and Mardi Tindal\, former Moderators of the Presbyterian Church in Canada and the United Church of Canada respectively\, will co-host this festive reception with friends and supporters. \nWe’ll celebrate the legacy of Rev. Ralph Carl Wushke\, who served as Chaplain from 2004 to 2018. Ralph was instrumental in taking the Chaplaincy’s reputation\, visibility\, and circle of supporters to the next level\, and founded the Qu(e)erying Religion and the Grief Support programs\, both of which continue to be cornerstones of the Chaplaincy today. \nWe will also hear from current students about the exciting ministry taking place on campus today\, and have the opportunity to partner with ECUT by supporting our two-year $200\,000 fundraising campaign to secure the Chaplaincy’s future. We hope you can join us \nRegister for the Gala here: https://bit.ly/ECUTFallGala2024
URL:https://shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca/event/the-ecumenical-chaplaincys-fall-gala/
LOCATION:St. Andrews Presbyterian Church\, 73 Simcoe St\, Toronto\, 73 Simcoe St\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M5J 1W9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="THE ECUMENICAL CHAPLAINCY AT THE UNIVERSITY OF TORONTO":MAILTO:tim.kennedy@utoronto.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241106T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241106T203000
DTSTAMP:20260416T232134
CREATED:20240903T141247Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240903T141247Z
UID:10004168-1730919600-1730925000@shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca
SUMMARY:Near Net Zero by 2030?:  Financing and Grant-Writing
DESCRIPTION:Topics: Exploring government and non-government financing options in Canada for climate actions.\nFinding support for the process of applying for financing (grant-writing).\nTouching on the concept of personal divestment from fossil gas. \nLook forward to guest speakers from Faith and the Common Good (https://www.faithcommongood.org/) and Shift – Protect Your Pension and the Planet (https://www.shiftaction.ca/) and plenty of time to share our combined understanding of how to access funds for climate action and how to use the funds we have in ways that protect our planet. \nThis event will be recorded and available after the event. But please join us and share your voice.
URL:https://shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca/event/near-net-zero-by-2030-financing-and-grant-writing/
LOCATION:Virtual: Participate from where you are\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Social and Ecological Justice Commission":MAILTO:jennifer.gordon50@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241106T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241106T210000
DTSTAMP:20260416T232134
CREATED:20241028T170754Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241028T170754Z
UID:10004316-1730921400-1730926800@shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca
SUMMARY:The Birth of Christian Art: Sarcophagi Part Two With Rev. Stephen Milton
DESCRIPTION:Please join us for the second session on the Birth of Christian Art. This time we are looking at sculpted images that emerged in the early 300s. They appear in Rome on stone coffins known as sarcophagi. They show scenes from Jesus’ life and miracles\, including what seems to be a magic wand in his hand! Join Rev. Stephen Milton for a discussion of this next chapter in the evolution of Christian art.
URL:https://shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca/event/the-birth-of-christian-art-sarcophagi-part-two-with-rev-stephen-milton/2024-11-06/
LOCATION:Lawrence Park Community Church\, 2180 Bayview Ave\, North York\, Ontario\, M4N 3K7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Lawrence Park Community Church":MAILTO:info@lawrenceparkchurch.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241108T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241108T113000
DTSTAMP:20260416T232134
CREATED:20241028T170754Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241028T170754Z
UID:10004317-1731060000-1731065400@shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca
SUMMARY:The Birth of Christian Art: Sarcophagi Part Two With Rev. Stephen Milton
DESCRIPTION:Please join us for the second session on the Birth of Christian Art. This time we are looking at sculpted images that emerged in the early 300s. They appear in Rome on stone coffins known as sarcophagi. They show scenes from Jesus’ life and miracles\, including what seems to be a magic wand in his hand! Join Rev. Stephen Milton for a discussion of this next chapter in the evolution of Christian art.
URL:https://shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca/event/the-birth-of-christian-art-sarcophagi-part-two-with-rev-stephen-milton/2024-11-08/
LOCATION:Lawrence Park Community Church\, 2180 Bayview Ave\, North York\, Ontario\, M4N 3K7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Lawrence Park Community Church":MAILTO:info@lawrenceparkchurch.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241108T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241108T200000
DTSTAMP:20260416T232134
CREATED:20241015T195152Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241101T181927Z
UID:10004318-1731078000-1731096000@shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca
SUMMARY:Rummage Sale
DESCRIPTION:Each year in the fall\, Islington United Church holds a Rummage Sale. Proceeds from this event help support the work and programs of this church. This is a community event and everyone is welcome! \nShop for Bargains Galore and Get a Great Deal!\nThe dates for this event are as follows: \n•Friday\, November 8 – 3:00 pm to 8:00 pm\n•Saturday\, November 9 – 9:00 am to 12:00 pm
URL:https://shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca/event/rummage-sale-3/2024-11-08/
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:20241108T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241108T213000
DTSTAMP:20260416T232134
CREATED:20241017T174924Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241017T174924Z
UID:10004293-1731092400-1731101400@shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca
SUMMARY:Sharon-Hope United Church presents the York Harmony Chorus in Concert
DESCRIPTION:Date: Friday\, November 8th\nTime: 7pm (doors open at 6:30pm)\nLocation: 18648 Leslie Street\, Sharon\, ON\nPrice: $25 / ticket (includes refreshments after the concert)
URL:https://shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca/event/sharon-hope-united-church-presents-the-york-harmony-chorus-in-concert/
LOCATION:Sharon-Hope United Church\, 18648 Leslie St\, Sharon\, ON\, L0G 1V0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community Events
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/gospel-concert-flyer-Final-scaled.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241109T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241109T170000
DTSTAMP:20260416T232134
CREATED:20241101T145152Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241101T145152Z
UID:10004291-1731139200-1731171600@shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca
SUMMARY:Government Support for Newcomers
DESCRIPTION:A training for private refugee sponsors to better understand what supports are availabe from governments to ensure effective and efficient settlement. Learn how to access services and build relationships.
URL:https://shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca/event/government-support-for-newcomers/2024-11-09/1/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Educational
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ORGANIZER;CN="Private refugee Sponsor Network (Ontario)":MAILTO:b.sheffield@rogers.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241109T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241109T120000
DTSTAMP:20260416T232134
CREATED:20241015T195152Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241101T181927Z
UID:10004319-1731142800-1731153600@shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca
SUMMARY:Rummage Sale
DESCRIPTION:Each year in the fall\, Islington United Church holds a Rummage Sale. Proceeds from this event help support the work and programs of this church. This is a community event and everyone is welcome! \nShop for Bargains Galore and Get a Great Deal!\nThe dates for this event are as follows: \n•Friday\, November 8 – 3:00 pm to 8:00 pm\n•Saturday\, November 9 – 9:00 am to 12:00 pm
URL:https://shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca/event/rummage-sale-3/2024-11-09/
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:20241109T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241109T120000
DTSTAMP:20260416T232134
CREATED:20241101T183439Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241101T183439Z
UID:10004325-1731142800-1731153600@shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca
SUMMARY:Rummage Sale
DESCRIPTION:Each year in the fall\, Islington United Church holds a Rummage Sale. Proceeds from this event help support the work and programs of this church. This is a community event and everyone is welcome! \nShop for Bargains Galore and Get a Great Deal!\nThe dates for this event are as follows: \n•Friday\, November 8 – 3:00 pm to 8:00 pm\n•Saturday\, November 9 – 9:00 am to 12:00 pm
URL:https://shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca/event/rummage-sale/2024-11-09/
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:20241109T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241109T120000
DTSTAMP:20260416T232134
CREATED:20241101T145152Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241101T145152Z
UID:10004292-1731146400-1731153600@shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca
SUMMARY:Government Support for Newcomers
DESCRIPTION:A training for private refugee sponsors to better understand what supports are availabe from governments to ensure effective and efficient settlement. Learn how to access services and build relationships.
URL:https://shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca/event/government-support-for-newcomers/2024-11-09/2/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Educational
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ORGANIZER;CN="Private refugee Sponsor Network (Ontario)":MAILTO:b.sheffield@rogers.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241109T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241110T000000
DTSTAMP:20260416T232134
CREATED:20241021T151110Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241021T151110Z
UID:10004294-1731182400-1731196800@shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca
SUMMARY:80s Dance Party: A Fundraising Event for Kindred Kitchen
DESCRIPTION:Remember Motley Crue\, mullets and mall hair? What about Rick Astley and Reeboks? And don’t forget Spandau Ballet and Spandex. The 80s set the gold standard for music and fashion. \nHere is your chance to relive that magical decade. Rock-out to your favorite dance tunes with good friends\, for a good cause. 80s attire and hairstyles are optional\, but highly recommended. \nThere will be a cash bar\, snacks and a plethora of embarrassing moments as old people pretend to be young. \nTickets are $35 (plus a service fee of $3.61) on Eventbrite and $40 at the door. This event is cash only. There are multiple bank machines a short stumble from the venue. \nMoney raised will go to Kindred Kitchen\, formerly Dinner with Dignity\, a community kitchen that serves delicious and nutritious meals to about 100 people every Sunday. Meals are created and served by volunteers in a safe and welcoming space. \nCan’t attend but want to support Kindred Kitchen? Head over to tickets and click on the donation button! \nBuy Tickets Here: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/80s-dance-party-a-fundraising-event-for-kindred-kitchen-tickets-1012518278427?utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-term=listing&utm-source=cp&aff=ebdsshcopyurl
URL:https://shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca/event/80s-dance-party-a-fundraising-event-for-kindred-kitchen/
LOCATION:Roncesvalles United Church\, 240 Roncesvalles Ave\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M6R 1M3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241112T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241112T200000
DTSTAMP:20260416T232134
CREATED:20231005T205901Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231005T210004Z
UID:10001273-1731427200-1731441600@shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca
SUMMARY:Queer Youth United
DESCRIPTION:Please join us on Tuesdays from 4 pm – 8pm every week – you may drop in at any time between those hours! \nQueer 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. \nWe will have more information and photos on our Instagram account over at https://instagram.com/queeryouthunited
URL:https://shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca/event/queer-youth-united/2024-11-12/
LOCATION:Beach United Church\, 140 Wineva Ave.\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M4E 2T4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Affirming,Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241113T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241113T183000
DTSTAMP:20260416T232134
CREATED:20240926T224219Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240926T224219Z
UID:10004256-1731517200-1731522600@shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca
SUMMARY:Book Launch | Moments in Time: Sermons from The United Church of Canada 1910-2020
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the launch of Moments in Time\, co-authored by HyeRan Kim-Cragg (principal\, Emmanuel College) and Don Schweitzer (St. Andrew’s College). The book captures snapshots of major events in history and showcases how key theological\, social\, local and international issues have been reflected and debated in the pulpit in United Church congregations from coast to coast over the past 100 years.
URL:https://shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca/event/book-launch-moments-in-time-sermons-from-the-united-church-of-canada-1910-2020/
LOCATION:Emmanuel College\, 75 Queen's Park Crescent East\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M5S 1K7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Educational
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ORGANIZER;CN="Emmanuel College":MAILTO:ec.events@utoronto.ca
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