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,...
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The Men's Discussion Group of Humber Valley United Church invites all to join us on Monday, Oct. 30, when we welcome a speaker followed by a lively discussion about Electric Vehicles. Have you considered purchasing an electric car? If so, are you trying to save money and/or the planet? While in operation, they emit zero CO2 emissions, but do they provide an overall positive net emission result? What are the "pros and cons"? Are they more prone to "catch fire" in a collision? Our friend, Mike...
Can economic and spiritual interests be combined into powerful forms of life-changing ministry? Social Enterprise for Faith Communities is a course for communities looking to use entrepreneurship to transform lives with faith-based values. Throughout this journey, you will explore the profound potential for creating impactful ventures that address pressing community needs. Discover the principles, practices, and strategies essential for launching and sustaining successful social enterprises...
Registration Fee (includes snack and lunch) $150 + HST (Regular) $120 + HST (Early Bird, register by September 30, 2023) Details at uoft.me/cricevents/#ac-1810 About the Workshop (FOR CLERGY, CHAPLAINS, SPIRITUAL CARE PROVIDERS) Spiritual Care to the dying and bereaved, while being one of the most satisfying aspects of ministry, has always had challenges. We embrace those struggling with difficult decisions. The advent of MAiD has increased the complexity of these conversations and...
Friday, Sept. 29, 6–7:30 p.m., Emmanuel College Chapel and Online, free, register at uoft.me/vaage Join us for the launch of "Recovering an Undomesticated Apostle: Essays on the Legacy of Paul" (McGill-Queens 2023), edited by Christopher B. Zeichmann and John A. Egger. Published in honour of Leif E. Vaage (Professor Emeritus of New Testament, Emmanuel College), "Recovering an Undomesticated Apostle" presents Paul as a man operating from a position of desperation, making virtue out of necessity...