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SUMMARY:Connecting to YOU Women’s Retreat:  Making Room…For Yourself\, God & Others
DESCRIPTION:Connecting to YOU Women’s Retreat: Making Room…For Yourself\, God & Others \nNovember 15 – 7:00 to 9:00 pm &\nNovember 16 – 9:30 am to 2:00 pm \nJoin us in Islington United Church’s Stewart East Hall for our fall Connecting to You Women’s Retreat! \nFriday night\, we will explore how to make more room for ourselves. Saturday\, our guest speaker\, Miriam Frey – a Kitchener-Waterloo spiritual director and educator who teaches in Ontario Jubilee’s spiritual direction training program – will lead our discussion on how to make more room for the Holy’s presence in our lives. We will then consider how to practice “radical hospitality” by making room for others. \nWe’ll provide a soup lunch on Saturday and gluten-free options will also be available. We’ll also have refreshments and worship\, and lots of time to enjoy community. No experience or preparation is required to attend the retreat. \nA program fee of $50 is requested during registration. Cost should not be a barrier. All are welcome and assistance is available on request. Please contact Pattie Aitchison at pattieolver@gmail.com for further details. \nChildcare is available. Please let us know by November 1 to arrange it.\nBring a pen\, notebook\, and water bottle both days. \nRegistration: https://islingtonunited.org/connecting-to-you-womens-retreat/
URL:https://shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca/event/connecting-to-you-womens-retreat-making-roomfor-yourself-god-others/2024-11-16/
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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SUMMARY:Connecting to YOU Women's Retreat
DESCRIPTION:Join us in Islington United Church’s Stewart East Hall for our fall Connecting to You Women’s Retreat! \nFriday night\, we will explore how to make more room for ourselves. Saturday\, our guest speaker\, Miriam Frey – a Kitchener-Waterloo spiritual director and educator who teaches in Ontario Jubilee’s spiritual direction training program – will lead our discussion on how to make more room for the Holy’s presence in our lives. We will then consider how to practice “radical hospitality” by making room for others.
URL:https://shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca/event/connecting-to-you-womens-retreat-3/2024-11-15/2/
LOCATION:Islington United Church\, 25 Burnhamthorpe Road\, Toronto\, ON\, M9A 1G9
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Educational
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ORGANIZER;CN="Islington United Church":MAILTO:office@islingtonunited.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241115T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241115T210000
DTSTAMP:20260430T234819
CREATED:20241028T164739Z
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SUMMARY:Connecting to YOU Women’s Retreat:  Making Room…For Yourself\, God & Others
DESCRIPTION:Connecting to YOU Women’s Retreat: Making Room…For Yourself\, God & Others \nNovember 15 – 7:00 to 9:00 pm &\nNovember 16 – 9:30 am to 2:00 pm \nJoin us in Islington United Church’s Stewart East Hall for our fall Connecting to You Women’s Retreat! \nFriday night\, we will explore how to make more room for ourselves. Saturday\, our guest speaker\, Miriam Frey – a Kitchener-Waterloo spiritual director and educator who teaches in Ontario Jubilee’s spiritual direction training program – will lead our discussion on how to make more room for the Holy’s presence in our lives. We will then consider how to practice “radical hospitality” by making room for others. \nWe’ll provide a soup lunch on Saturday and gluten-free options will also be available. We’ll also have refreshments and worship\, and lots of time to enjoy community. No experience or preparation is required to attend the retreat. \nA program fee of $50 is requested during registration. Cost should not be a barrier. All are welcome and assistance is available on request. Please contact Pattie Aitchison at pattieolver@gmail.com for further details. \nChildcare is available. Please let us know by November 1 to arrange it.\nBring a pen\, notebook\, and water bottle both days. \nRegistration: https://islingtonunited.org/connecting-to-you-womens-retreat/
URL:https://shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca/event/connecting-to-you-womens-retreat-making-roomfor-yourself-god-others/2024-11-15/
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:20241115T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241116T160000
DTSTAMP:20260430T234819
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SUMMARY:Godly Play Core Training (And Children's Retreat)
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an incredible opportunity to immerse yourself in Godly Play. The retreat offers programming for children and adults. Adults will participate in a full Godly Play Core Training\, explore play and wondering\, and deepen in understanding of children’s spirituality. Children will hear stories\, experience worship\, play games\, do arts and crafts\, and much more. You are welcome to join this retreat without children\, this option is provided so parents can have the opportunity to join this retreat with ease. \nThis retreat is in 2 parts. The first part October 25-26 and second part November 15-16. Please let us know if there is any part of this training you will not be able to attend as it is very participatory. \nThe retreat is $350 (participating children also included in price) but Islington members are welcome to pay a reduced price by contacting Brianna Coutlee at families@islingtonunited.org. \nPlease register by October 20 by visiting: islingtonunited.org/godly-play-core-training \nWe hope to see you there!
URL:https://shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca/event/godly-play-core-training-and-childrens-retreat/2024-11-15/
LOCATION:Islington United Church\, 25 Burnhamthorpe Road\, Toronto\, ON\, M9A 1G9
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Educational
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ORGANIZER;CN="Islington United Church":MAILTO:office@islingtonunited.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241115T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241115T170000
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SUMMARY:Connecting to YOU Women's Retreat
DESCRIPTION:Join us in Islington United Church’s Stewart East Hall for our fall Connecting to You Women’s Retreat! \nFriday night\, we will explore how to make more room for ourselves. Saturday\, our guest speaker\, Miriam Frey – a Kitchener-Waterloo spiritual director and educator who teaches in Ontario Jubilee’s spiritual direction training program – will lead our discussion on how to make more room for the Holy’s presence in our lives. We will then consider how to practice “radical hospitality” by making room for others.
URL:https://shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca/event/connecting-to-you-womens-retreat-3/2024-11-15/1/
LOCATION:Islington United Church\, 25 Burnhamthorpe Road\, Toronto\, ON\, M9A 1G9
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Educational
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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:20260430T234819
CREATED:20241101T183439Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241101T183439Z
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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:20241109T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241109T120000
DTSTAMP:20260430T234819
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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:20241108T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241108T200000
DTSTAMP:20260430T234819
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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:20241103T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241103T203000
DTSTAMP:20260430T234819
CREATED:20241028T161157Z
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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:20241027T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241027T140000
DTSTAMP:20260430T234819
CREATED:20240926T221827Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240926T221827Z
UID:10004190-1730030400-1730037600@shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca
SUMMARY:Islington Reads: Family Book Club
DESCRIPTION:Islington Reads is launching Family Book Club! We are encouraging families of all ages to spend some time reading together this month and join us for our first Family Book Club event on October 27 at 12pm for lunch\, activities themed around the book\, and to meet the author! \nOur fall read is “We the Sea Turtles” by Michelle Kadarusman. It follows many stories turtles entering people’s lives and what they mean to them. This quick read is perfect for families with children 5-12. \nSign up for family book club at islingtonunited.org/familybookclub
URL:https://shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca/event/islington-reads-family-book-club/
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:20241025T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241026T190000
DTSTAMP:20260430T234819
CREATED:20241004T134757Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241004T134757Z
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SUMMARY:Godly Play Core Training (And Children's Retreat)
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an incredible opportunity to immerse yourself in Godly Play. The retreat offers programming for children and adults. Adults will participate in a full Godly Play Core Training\, explore play and wondering\, and deepen in understanding of children’s spirituality. Children will hear stories\, experience worship\, play games\, do arts and crafts\, and much more. You are welcome to join this retreat without children\, this option is provided so parents can have the opportunity to join this retreat with ease. \nThis retreat is in 2 parts. The first part October 25-26 and second part November 15-16. Please let us know if there is any part of this training you will not be able to attend as it is very participatory. \nThe retreat is $350 (participating children also included in price) but Islington members are welcome to pay a reduced price by contacting Brianna Coutlee at families@islingtonunited.org. \nPlease register by October 20 by visiting: islingtonunited.org/godly-play-core-training \nWe hope to see you there!
URL:https://shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca/event/godly-play-core-training-and-childrens-retreat/2024-10-25/
LOCATION:Islington United Church\, 25 Burnhamthorpe Road\, Toronto\, ON\, M9A 1G9
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Educational
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ORGANIZER;CN="Islington United Church":MAILTO:office@islingtonunited.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240922T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240922T133000
DTSTAMP:20260430T234819
CREATED:20240913T191531Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240913T191531Z
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SUMMARY:Indigenous Peoples Mural Blessing Ceremony
DESCRIPTION:On September 22nd\, Islington United Church and Indigenous People of Etobicoke will come together as an act of Reconciliation to bless the commissioned Indigenous mural\, Etobicoke — Place of the Alders: Honouring the Original Story. \nThe mural has been created by renowned Indigenous artist\, Philip Cote\, from Moose Deer Point First Nation. Philip is an Ancestral Knowledge Keeper\, Young Spiritual Elder\, Historian\, Activist\, and Educator. \nThe day will begin with the lighting of a Sacred Fire and Smudging\, followed by a Worship Service and Mural Blessing in the church Sanctuary. The event will culminate with Indigenous dancing\, singing\, drumming followed by an Indigenous lunch. The schedule is as follows: \n● 9:30 am Sacred Fire and Smudging\n● 10:30 am Worship and Mural Blessing\n● 11:45 am Indigenous Dancing\, Singing\, Drumming\n● 12:30 pm Indigenous Lunch \nYour witness and participation to this act of Reconciliation is deeply appreciated. Details:\nhttps://islingtonunited.org/series/indigenous-peoples-mural-blessing-ceremony/
URL:https://shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca/event/indigenous-peoples-mural-blessing-ceremony/
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:20240504T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240504T213000
DTSTAMP:20260430T234819
CREATED:20240429T174750Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240508T201042Z
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SUMMARY:Tea with the Mad Hatter
DESCRIPTION: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. \nThis 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. \nAnd 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! \nThis 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. \nTable 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. \nCan’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. \nRegistration at https://islingtonunited.org/event/tea-with-the-mad-hatter/
URL:https://shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca/event/tea-with-the-mad-hatter/
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:20240427T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240427T123000
DTSTAMP:20260430T234819
CREATED:20240429T175800Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240429T175800Z
UID:10003469-1714210200-1714221000@shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca
SUMMARY:The Blanket Exercise
DESCRIPTION:The blanket exercise is an interactive educational program that teaches the history of colonization in Canada. Led by KAIROS Canada the program was created in response to the 1996 report of the Royal Commission on Aboriginal Peoples. It has been used as a teaching tool across Canada thousands of times. \nThe Blanket Exercise is based on using Indigenous methodologies. The goal is to build a shared understanding about our shared history as Indigenous and non-indigenous peoples in Canada by walking through the periods of pre-contact\, treaty-making\, colonization and resistance. \nParticipants are actively involved as they step on blankets that represent the land\, and step into the role of First Nations\, Inuit\, and Metis peoples. \nBy allowing participants to engage on emotional and intellectual levels\, the blanket exercise serves to both educate and increases empathy. \nThis is an adults-only event happening at Islington United Church on April 27th from 9:30am – 12:30pm\, and advance registration is required. As space is limited\, please register early to avoid disappointment. \nRegister: https://islingtonunited.org/event/the-blanket-exercise/
URL:https://shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca/event/the-blanket-exercise/
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Educational,Right Relations
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ORGANIZER;CN="Islington United Church":MAILTO:office@islingtonunited.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240407T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240407T140000
DTSTAMP:20260430T234819
CREATED:20240325T212715Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240325T212715Z
UID:10003437-1712491200-1712498400@shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca
SUMMARY:Cultural Learning Circle
DESCRIPTION:The Right Relations Circle of Islington United Church invites you to join Philip Cote III\, MFA\, Young Spiritual Elder\, Artist\, Activist and Educator\, in a Cultural Learning Circle on Sunday\, April 7\, 2024 from 12:15 to 2:00 pm in the Chapel. \nPhilip will share traditional teachings and offer a step-by-step understanding of the medicine wheel as a guide for living a full life through the four stages of life. \nThe session will start with a smudge. Participants will receive a take-home booklet as a reference for future practice. \nMedicine Wheel Teachings is the first Cultural Learning Circle in a series by Philip Cote on the 8th Fire Prophecy Studies. \nThe Circle is limited to 30 participants. Please register today. \nTicket pricing \nGeneral Admission: $15.00 \nSupporter Ticket: $30.00 \nComplimentary Ticket \nFor more information about Philip’s teaching on the Medicine Wheel\, visit 8th Fire at https://roncesvallesvillage.ca/8thfire/ \nTo register\, see https://islingtonunited.org/event/cultural-learning-circle-medicine-wheel-teachings-registration/
URL:https://shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca/event/cultural-learning-circle/
LOCATION:Islington United Church\, 25 Burnhamthorpe Road\, Toronto\, ON\, M9A 1G9
CATEGORIES:Educational,Intercultural,Right Relations
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ORGANIZER;CN="Islington United Church":MAILTO:office@islingtonunited.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240202
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240205
DTSTAMP:20260430T234819
CREATED:20240115T155713Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240115T155740Z
UID:10001565-1706832000-1707091199@shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca
SUMMARY:Winter Youth Retreat
DESCRIPTION:All youth in grades 6 to 12 are invited to participate in the 2024 Winter Youth “Be Real” Retreat taking place February 2 to 4\, 2024. \nWHAT: Youth will enjoy tons of fun winter activities while spending time learning what it means to open up and to be real with others\, themselves and God. Planned activities include ball hockey\, sledding\, karaoke\, capture the flag\, art workshops\, and more. \nWHO: With roughly 40 youth in grades 6 to 12 coming together on this retreat from six churches (and counting)\, there will be loads of opportunities to make connections and meet new friends from across the Greater Toronto Area. \nWHERE: The retreat will take place at the amazing Medeba facility in Haliburton\, located about three hours north of Toronto for a real winter getaway. \nWHEN: February 2 to 4\, 2024. Register by January 12 or sooner\, as space is limited. \nCOST: $180 per youth (includes accommodation\, food and bus transportation). Financial subsidies available. \nQUESTIONS: Contact Brianna Coutlee (families@islingtonuntied.org; 416-239-1131 ext 224) to learn more or inquire about financial aid. \nDetails and registration at https://islingtonunited.org/youth/
URL:https://shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca/event/winter-youth-retreat/
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:20240124T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240124T210000
DTSTAMP:20260430T234819
CREATED:20240111T203241Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240111T203255Z
UID:10001538-1706122800-1706130000@shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca
SUMMARY:Facing Tears and Fire
DESCRIPTION:Everyone is invited to Facing Tears & Fire\, a two-part online series creating a space to reflect on global conflict from a Christian perspective\, explore various responses to difficult media reports\, and look together at what resources we might draw on. And\, how might we be peace agents\, wherever we are. \nFacilitated by: Paul Hutchinson (mediator\, peace activist) \nWednesday\, January 17\, 2024\nWednesday\, January 24\, 2024\n7:00 to 9:00 pm \nDetails and registration at: https://islingtonunited.org/event/facing-tears-fire/2024-01-17/
URL:https://shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca/event/facing-tears-and-fire/2024-01-24/
LOCATION:Online via Zoom
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Islington United Church":MAILTO:office@islingtonunited.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240117T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240117T210000
DTSTAMP:20260430T234819
CREATED:20240111T203241Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240111T203255Z
UID:10001537-1705518000-1705525200@shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca
SUMMARY:Facing Tears and Fire
DESCRIPTION:Everyone is invited to Facing Tears & Fire\, a two-part online series creating a space to reflect on global conflict from a Christian perspective\, explore various responses to difficult media reports\, and look together at what resources we might draw on. And\, how might we be peace agents\, wherever we are. \nFacilitated by: Paul Hutchinson (mediator\, peace activist) \nWednesday\, January 17\, 2024\nWednesday\, January 24\, 2024\n7:00 to 9:00 pm \nDetails and registration at: https://islingtonunited.org/event/facing-tears-fire/2024-01-17/
URL:https://shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca/event/facing-tears-and-fire/2024-01-17/
LOCATION:Online via Zoom
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Islington United Church":MAILTO:office@islingtonunited.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20231224T220000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20231224T230000
DTSTAMP:20260430T234819
CREATED:20231219T162836Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231219T162836Z
UID:10001455-1703455200-1703458800@shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca
SUMMARY:Christmas Eve Services at Islington United Church
DESCRIPTION:Wherever you may be\, whatever you are experiencing\, you are welcome to join us at our house for Christmas. We hope to see you on Sunday\, December 24 for one of our Christmas Eve services. We would love to have you with us in our beautifully decorated Sanctuary. If you can’t attend in person\, please do join us online through our live-streaming platform. If you miss a service\, or want to relive the experience\, recordings will be posted of each service so you can watch at a time convenient for you. \nWe have a Christmas Eve Family Friendly Service at 5:00 pm\, a Christmas Eve Carol Service at 7:00 pm\, and a Candlelight and Communion Service at 10:00pm. Everyone is invited to join us in person or online for these services. \nDetails: https://islingtonunited.org/christmas-2023/
URL:https://shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca/event/christmas-eve-services-at-islington-united-church/2023-12-24/3/
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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20231224T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20231224T200000
DTSTAMP:20260430T234819
CREATED:20231219T162836Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231219T162836Z
UID:10001454-1703444400-1703448000@shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca
SUMMARY:Christmas Eve Services at Islington United Church
DESCRIPTION:Wherever you may be\, whatever you are experiencing\, you are welcome to join us at our house for Christmas. We hope to see you on Sunday\, December 24 for one of our Christmas Eve services. We would love to have you with us in our beautifully decorated Sanctuary. If you can’t attend in person\, please do join us online through our live-streaming platform. If you miss a service\, or want to relive the experience\, recordings will be posted of each service so you can watch at a time convenient for you. \nWe have a Christmas Eve Family Friendly Service at 5:00 pm\, a Christmas Eve Carol Service at 7:00 pm\, and a Candlelight and Communion Service at 10:00pm. Everyone is invited to join us in person or online for these services. \nDetails: https://islingtonunited.org/christmas-2023/
URL:https://shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca/event/christmas-eve-services-at-islington-united-church/2023-12-24/2/
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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20231224T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20231224T180000
DTSTAMP:20260430T234819
CREATED:20231219T162836Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231219T162836Z
UID:10001453-1703437200-1703440800@shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca
SUMMARY:Christmas Eve Services at Islington United Church
DESCRIPTION:Wherever you may be\, whatever you are experiencing\, you are welcome to join us at our house for Christmas. We hope to see you on Sunday\, December 24 for one of our Christmas Eve services. We would love to have you with us in our beautifully decorated Sanctuary. If you can’t attend in person\, please do join us online through our live-streaming platform. If you miss a service\, or want to relive the experience\, recordings will be posted of each service so you can watch at a time convenient for you. \nWe have a Christmas Eve Family Friendly Service at 5:00 pm\, a Christmas Eve Carol Service at 7:00 pm\, and a Candlelight and Communion Service at 10:00pm. Everyone is invited to join us in person or online for these services. \nDetails: https://islingtonunited.org/christmas-2023/
URL:https://shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca/event/christmas-eve-services-at-islington-united-church/2023-12-24/1/
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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20231221T060000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20231221T060000
DTSTAMP:20260430T234819
CREATED:20231130T202509Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231201T193641Z
UID:10001444-1703138400-1703138400@shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca
SUMMARY:Blue Christmas
DESCRIPTION:Everyone is invited to a Blue Christmas prayer service at Islington United Church on December 20 at 7pm.
URL:https://shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca/event/blue-christmas-3/2023-12-21/
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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20231220T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20231220T170000
DTSTAMP:20260430T234819
CREATED:20231130T202509Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231201T193641Z
UID:10001440-1703059200-1703091600@shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca
SUMMARY:Blue Christmas
DESCRIPTION:Everyone is invited to a Blue Christmas prayer service at Islington United Church on December 20 at 7pm.
URL:https://shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca/event/blue-christmas-3/2023-12-20/
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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20231217T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20231217T210000
DTSTAMP:20260430T234819
CREATED:20231130T202421Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231130T202421Z
UID:10001439-1702839600-1702846800@shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca
SUMMARY:Christmas in Islington
DESCRIPTION:Please join us at 7:00 pm for Christmas in Islington a free community concert\, in person in the Sanctuary or online on December 17 at 7pm. \nThis popular annual musical event will feature our 35-voice Senior Choir\, Chancel Handbell Choir\, and a 15-piece orchestra and pipe organ. The evening promises to be filled with both seasonal hymns and sing-along carols. \nEveryone is welcome! Invite friends and family to join you in person or online. No tickets are needed. Freewill offerings are welcomed at the door or online.
URL:https://shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca/event/christmas-in-islington-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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20231212T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20231212T153000
DTSTAMP:20260430T234819
CREATED:20231130T202313Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231130T202343Z
UID:10001438-1702391400-1702395000@shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca
SUMMARY:Islington Sings
DESCRIPTION:Everyone is invited to Islington Sings on December 12 at 2:30pm! Come for a time of refreshment and community connection. Sing favorite Christmas carols in the beautifully decorated Sanctuary.
URL:https://shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca/event/islington-sings/
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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20231119T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20231119T133000
DTSTAMP:20260430T234819
CREATED:20231116T212051Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231116T213723Z
UID:10001407-1700397000-1700400600@shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca
SUMMARY:Then Let Us Sing!
DESCRIPTION:Everyone is invited to join Islington United Church for a Then Let us Sing! event on November 19 from 12:30-1:30pm in-person or online. \nThen Let Us Sing! is a new online musical portal that will be available in the fall of 2024. It will contain most of the pieces you’ve come to love from Voices United\, More Voices\, and Nos voix unies\, plus a growing collection of NEW music. \nThis event will provide an opportunity for us to sing and experience material from the new hymn book\, plus a chance to share our feedback on the resource while it is under development. \nWe’d love to have you with us. All are very welcome. \nNote that the event will also be live-streamed at https://islingtonunited.org/event/then-let-us-sing/
URL:https://shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca/event/then-let-us-sing/
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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20231103T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20231104T140000
DTSTAMP:20260430T234819
CREATED:20231027T201143Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231027T201216Z
UID:10001332-1699038000-1699106400@shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca
SUMMARY:Women's Retreat: Moving Forward: Let Go & Let God
DESCRIPTION:Islington United Church is inviting you to its in-person women’s retreat\, Moving Forward: Let Go & Let God\, on Friday\, Nov. 3\, from 7 to 9 p.m.\, and Saturday\, Nov. 4\, from 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. It will be held in the church gym (Stewart East Hall) at 25 Burnhamthorpe Road in west Toronto. (Enter through the back door furthest from Burnhamthorpe.) Friday’s guest speaker is Catherine Manning\, a music therapist who uses music to help people let go. Saturday offers the chance to learn some mind\, body\, and spirit practices to help us let go of stress\, nourish our spirits\, and make space for a more fulfilling\, Spirit-filled life. Bring your lunch Saturday. Registration is $30. Check https://islingtonunited.org/series/connecting-to-you-womens-retreat/ for more details and to register. We hope to see you there!
URL:https://shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca/event/womens-retreat-moving-forward-let-go-let-god/
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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231014
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231016
DTSTAMP:20260430T234819
CREATED:20230829T195338Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230829T195338Z
UID:10000783-1697241600-1697414399@shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca
SUMMARY:Walk the Walk for Social Justice
DESCRIPTION:Please join Islington United Church for a 5 km walk/run as we participate in this year’s Toronto Waterfront Marathon Charity Challenge in October 2023. We will Walk the Walk for Social justice on October 14 and 15\, 2023. Details: https://islingtonunited.org/walk-the-walk/ \nWhat is social justice?\nSocial justice aims to ensure the full and equal participation of all groups in a society that is mutually shaped to meet their needs. Social justice includes a vision of society that is equitable and where all members are physically and psychologically safe and secure. \nSource: Teaching for Diversity and Social Justice: A Sourcebook. Edited by Maurianne Adams\, Lee Anne Bell\, and Pat Griffin. (2007) \nWhy should I participate?\nYou can have a direct impact on improving people’s lives by walking for social justice. This year we aim to raise $25\,000. With your participation as a walker\, sponsor\, or donor we are confident we will reach our goal! \nHow can I participate?\nThere are four different ways to participate: \nRegister to walk or run 5 km on October 14 with the team.\nRegister to run a half or full marathon on October 15.\nRegister to walk or run 5 km “virtually” on your own\, with a friend\, or with the team anytime between October 1 and 31.\nSponsor a Islington United Church team member(s) by making an online pledge. \nHow does it work?\nYou start by registering online here: https://raceroster.com/events/2023/65909/2023-tcs-toronto-waterfront-marathon \nAfter you register\, you will be given your own fundraising web page. (We can help you with setting this up if you wish.) \nThen you approach friends\, family\, co-workers\, colleagues\, neighbours\, and online contacts to sponsor you. You share the link to your personal page and your sponsors can make a donation online and will automatically receive a tax receipt for donations of $10 or more. \nIf you have a sponsor who wishes to donate by cash or cheque instead of online\, we can assist with that as well. \nIs there a cost?\nThe registration fee is payable online when you register for the 5 km walk or run. If you would like to participate\, but the fee is prohibitive\, please contact us confidentially at maya@islingtonunited.org and we will work out the details. \nThe marathon organizers increase the participation fees the closer we move toward walk/run day\, so register early! \nWhat does the fee cover?\nThe registration fee supports all aspects of the organization of the Toronto Waterfront Marathon event. It does not go to Islington United Church. \nIn return for your registration fee you will receive \n– 5K Finisher Medal\n– ASICS Souvenir Shirt\n– Bib for Race Day\n– Larabar\n– Nuun Product \nRace kit pickup\nAll participants in the In-Person race must pick up their Race Kit at Race Kit Pickup. \nRace Kit Pickup is available at the TCS Toronto Waterfront Marathon Expo at the Enercare Centre\, Hall D\, on Oct. 13-14\, 2023 \nFriday\, October 13\, 2023 | 11:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. \nSaturday\, October 14\, 2023 | 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. \nThere is no race day pickup. \nPlease note if you are taking part in The Whole Shebang\, you will receive your The Whole Shebang medal at race kit pickup. \nPicking up for a Friend? \nPlease bring either their original Race Roster Registration Confirmation Email OR a text\, e-mail\, or hand-written note that states they allow you to pick up their race kit on their behalf. \n3 Kit Maximum \nPlease note that each person that enters the expo will only be allowed to pick up 3 kits\, including their own. If you plan to pick up more than 3 kits\, please plan to bring enough people that will allow you to each pickup. \nIf you have any questions\, please contact: Team Captain Dennis Bradley: dennis-bradley@hotmail.com
URL:https://shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca/event/walk-the-walk-for-social-justice/
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:20230926T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230926T210000
DTSTAMP:20260430T234819
CREATED:20230829T194616Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230829T194616Z
UID:10000781-1695754800-1695762000@shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca
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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230915T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230917T163000
DTSTAMP:20260430T234819
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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