Shining Waters

Midhurst United Church Plant and Bake Sale
2024-06-01 08:00 - 12:00 (America/Toronto) | Midhurst United Church, 91 DORAN RD, Midhurst, ON, L9X 0L5, Canada
Come buy some plants for your garden and grab yourself some baked goods to treat yourself after planting them! Come early when there is a bigger variety. You don’t want to miss out!

Seniors Social
2024-05-28 13:00 - 16:00, 2024-05-14 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!

Swinging into Spring
2024-05-27 16:00 - 17:00 | Beach United Church, 140 Wineva Ave., Toronto, Ontario, M4E 2T4, Canada
Jazz chorale ensemble 8 to the Bar (led by Music Director Sheila Brand) will be performing at Beach United on Sunday, May 26th at 4pm. This concert is pay-what-you-can, and will feature special guest virtuoso on piano, David Warrack.

Colours of Spring
2024-05-26 14:00 - 16:00 | 729 St. Clair Avenue West, 729, Toronto, ON, M6J 2X1, Canada
Join us for a Togogos fundraising concert, “Colours of Spring”, celebrating Jazz and Brass music. We will be featuring performaces by the Patti Payne Trio and Quatuor de Fleurs. The $25 tickets can be purchased at the door on on Eventbrite using the QR code in the poster. Hope to see you there!

Colours of Spring Concert: A Celebration in Jazz and Brass
2024-05-26 14:00 - 16:00 | St. Matthew’s United Church, Toronto, 729 St. Clair Ave W., Toronto, Ontario, M6C 1B3, Canada
Colours of Spring Concert: A Celebration in Jazz and Brass of the Season. Join us for an afternoon of amazing music and good vibes. Featuring the Patti Payne Trio and Quaturo de Fleurs a trombone quartet from the Annex Brass Ensemble. Our talented musicians will entertain you with the best of jazz and brass tunes, celebrating the beauty of spring.
This event is not just a concert, it’s a Fundraiser for the Grandmothers to Grandmothers Campaign of the Stephen Lewis Foundation. Let’s make a difference together! Mark your calendars and get ready for a memorable time filled with music, community, and the spirit of giving. See you at 2:00pm on Sunday, May 26th at St. Matthew’s United Church (729 St. Clair Ave West).
Tickets at the door or online: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/colours-of-spring-concert-a-celebration-in-jazz-and-brass-tickets-886804154097?aff=ebdssbdestsearch

Rimbala Classes for Seniors
2024-05-26 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

Royal York Road United Church's Giant Garage Sale
2024-05-25 08:30 - 12:00 | Royal York Road United Church, 851 Royal York Road, Etobicoke, Ontario, M8Y 2V3
Royal York Road United Church is holding its GIANT GARAGE SALE again this year. Come and shop for treasures – housewares, small furniture, games, toys and puzzles, jewelry and purses. This year will feature a special gardening area with perennials, houseplants and gardening accessories.
Location: 851 Royal York Road (3 blocks south of Bloor St. West) in Etobicoke (ryru.ca)
Time: Saturday, May 25th 8:30 a.m – Noon
Cost: Free
Please Note: Only service animals will be allowed inside

Socially Responsible Investing
2024-05-24 19:00 - 20:30 | Midhurst United Church, 91 DORAN RD, Midhurst, ON, L9X 0L5, Canada
On Friday, May 24, Brian Morris will be leading a discussion on “Socially Responsible Investing,” at Midhurst United Church at 7:00 PM. He will be discussing, “how to do good with your investing (and do well.)”
Bring your questions, friends and/or financial advisor.

Godly Play Core Training
2024-05-18 09:00 - 18:00, 2024-05-11 09:00 - 18:00, 2024-05-10 18:00 - 21:00 | Toronto Chinese United Church, 3300 Kennedy Rd., Scarborough, ON, M1V 3S8, Canada
Over two weekends, you will experience and tell Godly Play stories, and learn how to set up and manage a Godly Play space and session. You will deepen your understanding of the spirituality of children. You will achieve greater clarity about the foundations of Godly Play, and leave spiritually refreshed. Whether you practice Godly Play or not, you will learn ways to creatively share the stories of the Christian faith and help children learn a religious language that will last a lifetime.

The Spark: Tech Free Evening Worship
2024-05-16 18:30 - 19:15 | Glen Rhodes Campus, 1470 Gerrard Street East, Toronto, Ontario, M4L 2A3, Canada
A spark to ignite. A spark to pass on.
This Thursday evening worship offering at Glen Rhodes (1470 Gerrard Street East) is meant to nourish those:
-who need a break from screens and technology
-who find it difficult to attend worship on Sunday mornings
-who are interested in a more intimate and informal worship experience
The service lasts between 30 and 45 minutes and is led by Rev. Bri-anne Swan, who provides accompaniment for hymns and music on guitar.
The worship space is accessible to wheelchairs via an elevator. If you plan on attending and require use of the elevator, please email: bswan@eastendunited.ca

What's Faith Got To Do With It? Myths that Kill in Palestine and Israel
2024-05-14 19:00 - 21:00 | Toronto, Canada
Please join Palestine Network, Shining Waters for a Palestine solidarity forum that will bring together speakers from Islam, Judaism, and Christianity. The panel will explore some of the monolithic myths that form part of the context of the ongoing death and destruction in Palestine and Israel and that are barriers to the creation of justice and peace in that land.
OFL Tower 2, Ste. 600, 895 Don Mills Rd.
Register to attend in person or online by May 10: bloordaleunited@gmail.com or 416-621-1720

Bingo Night
2024-05-14 18:00 - 20:00 | Bolton United Church, 8 Nancy Street, Bolton, Ontario, L7E 1C7, Canada
Free community event
Join us for Bingo, Prizes, Pizza and Fun!
To reserve a table call ahead or e-mail us at office@boltonunitedchurch.com
or just drop in.
Everyone welcome.

Queer Youth United
2024-05-14 16:00 - 20:00 | Beach United Church, 140 Wineva Ave., Toronto, Ontario, M4E 2T4, Canada
Please join us on Tuesdays from 4 pm – 8pm every week – you may drop in at any time between those hours!
Queer Youth United (QYU) is a 2SLGBTQ+ youth group for ages 15-29, where you can come and engage with others in a safe space within the community, while sharing meals, finding support and resources.
We will have more information and photos on our Instagram account over at https://instagram.com/queeryouthunited

Here I Stand: A Concert and Conversation with Julian Taylor
2024-05-11 19:00 - 22:00 | St. Matthew’s United Church, Toronto, 729 St. Clair Ave W., Toronto, Ontario, M6C 1B3, Canada
“Here I Stand:” A Concert and Conversation with Julian Taylor will be an opportunity to listen deeply to Taylor’s music and understand how it resonates with Afro-Indigenous communities in his hometown of Tkaronto. Presided over by Anishinaabe Elder Peduhbun Migizi Kwe and hosted by MPP Dr. Jill Andrews, the evening will include a cafe, a traditional opening and closing, and a time of sharing with St. Matt’s Afro-Tainu minister, Rev. Brigid Maya Douglas, and Afro-Mi’kmaq Indigenous Peoples Solidarity Group founding member, Tamara Este.
This event will be held on Saturday, May 11 at 7:00pm at St. Matthew’s United Church (729 St. Clair Ave West, Toronto). Tickets are available on Eventbrite at https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/here-i-stand-a-concert-and-conversation-with-julian-taylor-tickets-847398831717

Take-Away Roast Beef Dinner – Midhurst United Church
2024-05-11 16:00 - 18:00 | Midhurst United Church, 91 DORAN RD, Midhurst, ON, L9X 0L5, Canada
Join us at Midhurst United Church for a delicious Roast Beef Dinner! Enjoy a mouthwatering meal prepared with love by our talented chefs. This take-away event is a great opportunity to savor some home-cooked goodness. Whether you’re a foodie or just looking for a tasty meal, this dinner is sure to hit the spot. Don’t miss out on this chance to treat yourself to a scrumptious feast! Dinner includes roast beef, potatoes, gravy, mixed vegetables, garden salad and dressing, bun, horseradish, and homemade pie.
Date: Saturday, May 11, 2024
Place: Midhurst United Church, 91 Doran Road, Midhurst
Time: 4:00-6:00
Cost: $30 cash or $33.28 through Eventbrite
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/copy-of-muc-takeaway-roast-beef-dinner-tickets-886458409967?aff=oddtdtcreator
Contact Liz at 705-722-7208

Beach United Children's Choir Practices
2024-05-09 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)

Noon at Met
2024-05-09 12:00 - 12:45 | Metropolitan United Church, 56 Queen Street East, Toronto
Weekly lunch-time concerts featuring Toronto’s most talented musicians. Beautiful music in a beautiful space.

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.

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)

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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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.

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

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/

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.

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.

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

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.
