Join us for the launch of "Practical Theology Amid Environmental Crises," edited by Pamela R. McCarroll (vice-principal and associate professor of practical theology, Emmanuel College) and HyeRan Kim-Cragg (principal and Timothy Eaton Memorial Church Professor of Preaching, Emmanuel College). Featuring responders Prof. Bonne Miller-McLemore (Vanderbilt) and Prof. Hilda Koster (University of St. Michael’s College in the University of Toronto) and book contributors. The field of practical...
Tag: social justice
Join Afsana Gibson-Chowdhury for an enlightening and educational course on inclusion at Beach United on Saturday, April 29th from 1:30-3pm. Ontario is one of the most multicultural places to live in the world. With over 200 different cultures, understanding cultural sensitivities has become one of the cornerstones in building successful and inclusive communities. This course provides a deep dive into cultural learning and how to engage with all members of our community effectively. Objectives:...
The United Church of Canada set a bold, new emissions reduction target this year - asking for an 80% reduction of greenhouse gas emissions by 2030. Many of us are asking, “How will we meet this target given our limited time and resources?” This information session will begin a shared discussion of realistic and practical steps, driven by expertise, that will enable us to meet this ambitious target. And we will remind ourselves of why these actions are absolutely necessary. Please share this...
On the fourth Sunday of the month following the Sunday service, the folks from the Bloor Street United Church's Social Justice Committee and from St. Matthew’s United Church present a guest speaker, and you're invited! Speakers will be on Zoom link if you’d like to attend online, and projected into the sanctuary at 729 St. Clair Ave West, Toronto. Zoom link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/3616118730?pwd=MmY5THYwenhlS2JyaS8rS1ZmR0Mydz09 Alternatively, you can call 647-374-4685 or 647-558-0588, enter...
Come by Northlea United Church at 125 Brentcliffe Road on Saturday, October 22, 2022 between 9:00 am - 2:00 pm with your current dated canned and dry goods to drop off outside in the bins on the front lawn. All donations will go to the Thorncliffe Food Collaborative supported by The Neighbourhood Organization or TNO. Rain date is Saturday, October 29, 2022 - same times. You may also drop items at Leaside Presbyterian at 670 Eglinton Ave or St Augustine of Canterbury Anglican at 1847 Bayview...