Moose Hide Campaign Day National Rally ~ Thursday, May 14 11:00am The United Church of Canada issued the following invitation to its members and the faith communities to which they belong. As we approach May, The United Church of Canada calls on members, friends, and communities of faith to take a clear stance against racism and for justice. We are inviting our Ontario regions to lead the way by joining us in person for the Moose Hide Campaign Day National Rally at Queen’s Park in Toronto on Thursday, May 14. The Moose Hide Campaign is more than a day; it is a mobilization against the ongoing national crisis of violence facing Indigenous women, girls, and 2SLGBTQIA+ people. Indigenous women, who make up just 5 percent of the female population, are disproportionately affected by gender-based violence in Canada. These are not just statistics. This is a reality we cannot ignore. Join us at Queen’s Park. If you are in Southern Ontario, we encourage your community of faith to join us on the grounds of the Ontario Legislature from 12:00pm to 1:30pm for the national rally. The United Church of Canada contingent will be meeting at the southeast corner of the park, near Queen’s Park Crescent East and Wellesley Street West at 11:45am. Hide pins, which you can wear as often as you want, to show your concern and solidarity, are available from Nigel on Sunday, May 10 at our worship service. There is no cost for these pins. As the Campaign organizers say these pins are ‘medicine’, in the traditional understanding of Canada’s Indigenous people. They are given, not bought, for all medicine is a gift from Creator. Feel free though to make a donation to The Moose Hide Campaign by way of acknowledging the medicine gift. Jean and Nigel invite you to meet them at the North East (down escalator) entrance to the Lawrence Subway Station at 11:00am journeying to join other United Church folk to take a clear stance against racism and for justice. Learn more about the Moose Hide Campaign.
Prayer Shawl Get-togethers occur monthly (September - June) both off-site in members' homes or on Zoom. For details and location, please reach out to Jan Schlee at ac.de1794729205tinue1794729205uneva1794729205nwalr1794729205iaf@l1794729205wahsr1794729205eyarp1794729205 Prayer shawls are offered to Fairlawn members, family and friends in need of support and comfort, or to celebrate a special occasion. The knitters work on their own time on these cozy, warm shawls that serve as a tangible reminder that we are not alone. Please contact Jan Schlee at ac.de1794729205tinue1794729205uneva1794729205nwalr1794729205iaf@l1794729205wahsr1794729205eyarp1794729205 if you would like to participate in this Ministry or if you know of someone who would appreciate receiving a shawl.
Prayer Shawl Get-togethers occur monthly (September - June) both off-site in members' homes or on Zoom. For details and location, please reach out to Jan Schlee at ac.de1794729205tinue1794729205uneva1794729205nwalr1794729205iaf@l1794729205wahsr1794729205eyarp1794729205 Prayer shawls are offered to Fairlawn members, family and friends in need of support and comfort, or to celebrate a special occasion. The knitters work on their own time on these cozy, warm shawls that serve as a tangible reminder that we are not alone. Please contact Jan Schlee at ac.de1794729205tinue1794729205uneva1794729205nwalr1794729205iaf@l1794729205wahsr1794729205eyarp1794729205 if you would like to participate in this Ministry or if you know of someone who would appreciate receiving a shawl.
Celebrating Eleanor Daley ~ Festival of the Sound Friday, August 8 Start Time Update: 7:30pm Charles W. Stockey Centre 2 Bay Street Parry Sound, ON Parry Sound-born Eleanor Daley’s choral works have touched thousands of hearts around the world. The Elmer Iseler Singers and Festival of the Sound celebrate and give thanks for the honour she has brought to Parry Sound and Canada. A night not to be missed! Festival of the Sound event page: https://festivalofthesound.ca/event/celebrating-eleanor-daly/ Tickets: https://tickets.festivalofthesound.ca/TheatreManager/1/login?event=1212 Please note: EIS anf FotS promotion indicate different start times: 7:00pm or 7:30pm. 7:00pm start time is indicated in all Fairlawn communication.
Prayer Shawl Get-together on Wednesday, July 2 at 1:30pm. For details and location, please reach out to Jan Schlee at ac.de1794729205tinue1794729205uneva1794729205nwalr1794729205iaf@l1794729205wahsr1794729205eyarp1794729205 Prayer shawls are offered to Fairlawn members, family and friends in need of support and comfort, or to celebrate a special occasion. The knitters work on their own time on these cozy, warm shawls that serve as a tangible reminder that we are not alone. Please contact Jan Schlee at ac.de1794729205tinue1794729205uneva1794729205nwalr1794729205iaf@l1794729205wahsr1794729205eyarp1794729205 if you would like to participate in this Ministry or if you know of someone who would appreciate receiving a shawl.
Prayer Shawl Ministry The Prayer Shawl Ministry knitters meet monthly offsite from September to June to knit and chat. Prayer shawls are offered to Fairlawn members, family and friends in need of support and comfort, or to celebrate a special occasion. The knitters work on their own time on these cozy, warm shawls that serve as a tangible reminder that we are not alone. Please contact Jan Schlee at ac.de1794729205tinue1794729205uneva1794729205nwalr1794729205iaf@l1794729205wahsr1794729205eyarp1794729205 if you would like to participate in this Ministry or if you know of someone who would appreciate receiving a shawl.
The Prayer Shawl Ministry knitters meet monthly offsite from September to June to knit and chat. Prayer shawls are offered to Fairlawn members, family and friends in need of support and comfort, or to celebrate a special occasion. The knitters work on their own time on these cozy, warm shawls that serve as a tangible reminder that we are not alone. Please contact Jan Schlee at ac.de1794729205tinue1794729205uneva1794729205nwalr1794729205iaf@l1794729205wahsr1794729205eyarp1794729205 if you would like to participate in this Ministry or if you know of someone who would appreciate receiving a shawl.
Regent Park Community Ministry, TUCC and the North Toronto Cluster present How We House - A Walking Tour Experience Saturday, September 28, from 10:00am- 1:00pm RGI… city subsidies… TCHC… housing coops… supportive housing… Do you find yourself wishing you better understood the different kinds of affordable housing options in the city, so you can advocate from an informed place? If so, you are not alone! We will go on a walking tour of the Regent Park neighbourhood, and hear from people that live in various types of housing about their experience. We will also learn about the history of affordable housing, the gaps and pressing areas for immediate advocacy regarding affordable housing. The walk itself will be approximately 1.5 km total with stops along the way, all within Regent Park, no major inclines or stairs involved. We meet promptly at 10:00am at 585 Dundas St. East, and our walk will reconvene at the same location for lunch and a Q&A session with the presenters. The event will wrap up no later than 1:00pm. Registrants are asked to register and the fee is $15 per person to help cover lunch and event costs. (Please note: You will be asked to make a quick account on the ChurchX website when signing up as part of the process. If you have any issues you can email Angie to assist – ac.hc1794729205ruhc-1794729205detin1794729205u@gni1794729205kcoha1794729205 )
Please note staff vacation Rev. Dr. Cameron Watts – Minister Starting Sunday, August 11 returning Tuesday, September 3 For assistance during this time, please reach out to: Joanne Christie, Church Administrator email: ac.de1794729205tinue1794729205uneva1794729205nwalr1794729205iaf@e1794729205nnaoj1794729205 office: 416-481-6848 ext. 21 and she will direct your message to the appropriate person/support.
Please note staff vacation Eleanor Daley, Director of Music Starting Thursday, August 1 returning Tuesday, September 3 For assistance during this time, please reach out to: Joanne Christie, Church Administrator email: ac.de1794729205tinue1794729205uneva1794729205nwalr1794729205iaf@e1794729205nnaoj1794729205 office: 416-481-6848 ext. 21
Please note staff vacation Joanne Christie - Church Administrator Starting Friday, July 19 returning Tuesday, Aug 6 For assistance during this time, please reach out to: Rev. Dr. Cameron Watts email: ac.de1794729205tinue1794729205uneva1794729205nwalr1794729205iaf@n1794729205orema1794729205c1794729205 cell: 647-823-2366
