Groups and Programs
What talents can you offer to serve Jesus Christ and others in this very diverse neighbourhood? We are looking for individuals to offer their talents, time, interest and skills in the following areas. Experience is not as important as your willingness to participate. Come and join other parish volunteers in accomplishing tasks and exercising your talents. All work for the Lord is important. We need many helping hands to function.
MINISTRY OF EDUCATION
Adult Christian Education:
On Tuesday evening from 7 - 8:30 p.m. From Fall to Spring the Living Embers Bible Study gathers to study the Bible passages for the upcoming Sunday. New participants are enthusiastically encouraged. No experience of the Bible or Bible study is necessary. Entrance is through the east driveway door. Other programs and experiences are offered at different days and times throughout the year. Call the parish office for current opportunities variety of programs and experiences are offered at different days and times throughout the year.
CONTACT: Parish office (416)924-1891
Sunday School:
iAn age-appropriate experience of the Word is offered during Sunday morning worship for those school age children who wish (Fall - Spring). Children rejoin their parents to receive communion."
CONTACT: 416-924-1891
MINISTRY OF COMPASSION
Fudger House Volunteers:
Each Friday morning volunteers assist residents to come to the chapel and attend worship with them, assisting as needed. After the service, residents are escorted back to their rooms.
CONTACT: Lucie Simons (416)696-7217
Resettlement Group
This group sponsors an Iraqi refugee family coming to Canada from Jordan and Syria. Updates on their progress will be posted as they become available. Stay tuned!
CONTACT Peggy Needham (416) 861 8195
Pastoral Care Workers:
These are trained and commissioned parishoners who fulfill the scriptural injunction to contact the sick and lonely as representatives of their parish.
CONTACT: Audrey Hughes (416)924-1891
MINISTRY OF HOSPITALITY
Parish Life Commitee:
This group plans and presents monthly events to foster fellowship in the congregation and raise fund for the parish.
CONTACT: Paul Mitchell (416)924-1891
Greeters:
Often the first friendly face that we see in the church. These volunteers welcome members and visitors with a smile. They pass out service leaflets, take up the offering, provide security and stand by to offer assistance during the service
CONTACT:
Pat Arnold (416)924-1891
Coffee Hour:
Often, it is the fellowship after Sunday worship that binds the congregation together and helps us get to know one another. Volunteers are supplied coffee, tea and some cold drink to serve and generally provide a light snack
CONTACT: Paul Mitchell (416)924-1891
MINISTRY OF THE LITURGY
Choir Members:
Sing and provide musical leadership at the Sunday morning service. Choir practice are Sundays at 10am prior to the service and following coffee hour. No experience is necessary - just a love of music and a desire to sing.
CONTACT: John Terauds(416)924-1891
Servers (Crucifers and Acolytes):
Carry the cross, torches, serve at the altar and assist before and after worship. They wear vestments and participate ceremonially in the liturgy. Servers have reached grade 5 and receive full training for this work.
CONTACT: Paul Mitchell (416)924-1891
Chalice Administrators:
Assist with the administration of the chalice at main services. They are invited by the Rector.
CONTACT: Paul Mitchell (416)924-1891
Readers:
Scripture readers are always needed. If you are a good reader and love the scriptures then give us a call. Training is available if required.
CONTACT:
Pat Arnold(416) 924-1891.
Prayers of the People:
At our main services we look for volunteers to prepare and lead us in the Prayers of the People. A good speaking voice is necessary and some training is available if required.
CONTACT: (416)924-1891
Healing Team:
These people assist at the monthly Sacrament of Healing. They are members chosen from the congregation who are known for their gifts of intercessory prayer, sensitivity to others and confidentiality.
CONTACT: Rev. Judy Herron-Graham (416)924-1891
Prayer Partners:
Anybody can pray, anywhere and anytime. If you have time to be still and quiet then please pray for us, intentionally and daily. Let us know that you are doing this. It helps far beyond all imagining.
CONTACT: (416)924-1891
MINISTRY OF SERVICE
Gardeners:
In the spring and summer we have a lot of green grass and flower beds that can use a 'green thumb.' If you enjoy working with plants and growing things, here's your opportunity.
CONTACT: Gary Irvine (416)924-1891
Altar Guild
This group is responsible for anything to do with maintaining the beauty of the church. Cleaning, polishing, washing, ironing, flower arranging, decorating for special services and preparing the chancel for worship are some of the activities.
CONTACT: Marjorie Philip (416)924-1891
Patchers and Repairers:
If you are handy or want to be; experienced in or willing to do small repairs and can participate in special projects, please let us know.
CONTACT: Everton Morris, Betty Scantlebury or Rogers Beyongera (416)924-1891
Worship Schedule
Sunday Service: 10:30AM
Holy
Eucharist
Sacrament of Healing 3rd Sunday of the Month
Morning Prayer on occasion
(order of services may vary depending on
the season i.e Easter, Palm Sunday)
Weekday Services
Wednesday Service 9 AM
Holy Eucharist
Fudger House Nursing Home 10AM
Every 2nd Friday of the month
439 Sherbourne St
Rekai Nursing Home 10AM
1st Thursday of the month 345 Sherbourne
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