Next Online Gathering: Monday, December 11 at 7:30pm to 9:00pm All readers of the print and online editions are welcome. The December 2023 issue includes: Feminist bible scholars casting the Virgin Mary in a new light What’s missing from Canada’a landmark disability benefit Documentary explores the biblical mistranslation that fostered homophobioa Join us online for review and discussion of articles and features from the current issue of Broadview Magazine. For all readers of Broadview Magazine both online and print copies! ZOOM LOGIN
Fairlawn Avenue United Church
28 Fairlawn Avenue, Toronto, Toronto, Canada
On Dec 10 1948 the United Nations passed the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. Amnesty International's "Write for Rights " campaign is the world's largest human rights event . Amnesty International supporters write millions of letters, petitions, emails, etc. on behalf of those whose basic human rights are being attacked. On Dec 17 please join us at the Amnesty tables in the sanctuary and make a difference by adding your signature to the many petitions .
Fairlawn Avenue United Church
28 Fairlawn Avenue, Toronto, Toronto, Canada
The Embrace Action Team needs your cupcake decorating talents to help prepare some special treats for our Social Justice Sunday – Celebration of Kindness. Everyone is welcome. Light snacks will be provided. Questions, contact EA Co-chair Sandy Giles Byrne at ac.de1794336272tinue1794336272uneva1794336272nwalr1794336272iaf@a1794336272e1794336272
UPDATE - Please note the change in dates for session 2 and 3. Family members struggling with addiction? Mental health issues on the TTC? A homeless person at the stoplight asking for money? With all that is happening in the world today, now is the time to focus on the power of kindness – to ourselves, to our families and to people we think of as others in our city - who might look, sound or act differently than we do. You’re invited to participate in a 3-part online series facilitated by 'on the ground' professionals who will help us learn practical ways to practice kindness in an unkind world. REGISTRATION REQUIRED -> Maximum registration for each series, evening or afternoon, is 12. Evening Series 7:00pm - 8:30pm Monday, February 5 How Can I Be Kind When Addiction Is Impacting My Family and Friends? Guest: Patrick Sullivan, Addiction Counsellor – Bellwood/EHN Canada Tuesday, February 20 How Can I Be Kind When Mental Health Is Impacting My Community? Guests: Diana Jugowiec, M.S.W. and Narot Kabasakal, M.S.W. – CAMH Tuesday, February 27 How Can I Extend Kindness In My Advocacy For Change? Guest: Joe Mihevc, Former Toronto City Councillor Registrants will receive the recurring Zoom login details via email on Thursday, February 1.
Fairlawn Avenue United Church
28 Fairlawn Avenue, Toronto, Toronto, Canada
Amnesty International Group 65 invite you, after worship service, to learn about and sign urgent action petitions in support of human rights worldwide. Amnesty International is a human rights organization and global movement of more than 10 million people in over 150 countries and territories who campaign for human rights. They are independent of any government, political ideology, economic interest or religion and are funded by private individuals. They believe acting in solidarity and compassion with people everywhere can change our world for the better.
Celebrate National Affirming/PIE Day on March 14, 2024! Why PIE? PIE = Public. Intentional. Explicit. Those are the standards we hold ourselves and our welcome to when we seek to live into being Affirming, Welcoming, or Inclusive people and communities.
Fairlawn Avenue United Church
28 Fairlawn Avenue, Toronto, Toronto, Canada
Let's celebrate spring together with a post-service Potluck Lunch on Sunday, April 7 from 12:00pm to 2:00pm. We will also take this opportunity to recognize that our newcomer Emmanuel is finishing his one-year sponsorship with Fairlawn. Please sign up and indicate what food item(s) you will contribute to the lunch. Sandwiches, salads and sweets are welcome. If you have questions or would like to volunteer, reach out to Kathleen Magladry at ac.de1794336272tinue1794336272uneva1794336272nwalr1794336272iaf@s1794336272eeguf1794336272er1794336272.
Fairlawn Avenue United Church
28 Fairlawn Avenue, Toronto, Toronto, Canada
Members of the congregation are invited to come and help the Scugog Team prepare some items for the May 5th Craft Shack and Bake Sale. If you have questions or are interested in participating, contact Sandy Giles Byrne at ac.de1794336272tinue1794336272uneva1794336272nwalr1794336272iaf@a1794336272e1794336272.
Fairlawn Avenue United Church
28 Fairlawn Avenue, Toronto, Toronto, Canada
Items to purchase and support Camp Scugog include printed greeting cards from original photos and watercolour paintings, tasty baked goods and other handicrafts.
Fairlawn Avenue United Church
28 Fairlawn Avenue, Toronto, Toronto, Canada
Worship Services at Fairlawn Avenue United are on Sunday mornings at 10:30am in our sanctuary, with Minister the Rev. Dr. Cameron Watts; Associate Minister Rev. Jean Ward; Eleanor Daley, Director of Music; and the Fairlawn Avenue Senior Choir. If you’d like to revisit any of our online worship services, please visit our website worship page. On Sunday, June 2 at 10:30am Fairlawn Avenue United Church celebrates Pride Month. A guest speaker will share with us the important work of Rainbow Community Places (RCP). RCP offers a weekly queer drop-in program for both seniors and youth at Birchcliff Bluffs United Church in Scarborough. The programs are a lifeline for 2SLGBTQIA+ people in precarious situations, including newcomers, refugees, and others seeking community. There will also be music to celebrate our life together as an Affirming congregation and Coffee Hour after the service. We look forward to welcoming you to Fairlawn on June 2 for our annual Pride service
If you are interested in volunteering, donating to or finding out more information about Fairlawn's Refugee Ministry, please visit our Refugee webpage or reach out to Kathleen Magladry at ac.de1794336272tinue1794336272uneva1794336272nwalr1794336272iaf@e1794336272egufe1794336272r1794336272.
Fairlawn Zoom meeting of the Affirm Ministry. Fairlawn is a welcoming and inclusive community of faith where you will discover a church that lives out its faith in a way that is both dynamic and life affirming. As a church, we celebrate the richness and diversity of our community, including 2SLGBTQIA+ (two-spirit, lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, questioning, intersex, asexual and more). Fairlawn became an Affirming church in 2015. This inclusiveness is founded on love, and we invite all those who may be economically, physically or mentally challenged or who have been discriminated against because of ethnicity, sexual orientation, race, gender or age. If you would like more information or would like to become a member of the Affirm team, please contact Kevin Doe, Chair of Affirm at ac.de1794336272tinue1794336272uneva1794336272nwalr1794336272iaf@m1794336272riffa1794336272.
