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Church Activities and Events

We have plenty of activities!

Click a season below to read about our special events during the season, or scroll down to view our calendar and list of events in the community.

Lent Study: Something Sacred
Apr
3

Lent Study: Something Sacred

This season of Lent, we will have a study using the United Church’s resource, “Something Sacred.” It is a daily study guide with a weekly gathering for conversation and reflection. Rev. Ted will host the study on Thursday afternoons at 2pm in the Kingsbury Room and online.

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100th Anniversary Service & Reception
Jun
8

100th Anniversary Service & Reception

We’re celebrating this milestone with a special anniversary service with Guest Preacher, Rev. Linda Levin and a reception to follow. Linda served as Runnymede United’s minister for 29 years and has had an incredible journey—from growing up in a Jewish home in apartheid South Africa to being ordained in 1979. Since retiring, Linda founded Village of Love Canada, supporting Kenyan women who care for AIDS-orphaned children in the Kibera slums. We’re excited to have her lead us in worship during this special month!

The service will be in-person and livestreamed.

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Lent Study: Something Sacred
Mar
27

Lent Study: Something Sacred

This season of Lent, we will have a study using the United Church’s resource, “Something Sacred.” It is a daily study guide with a weekly gathering for conversation and reflection. Rev. Ted will host the study on Thursday afternoons at 2pm in the Kingsbury Room and online.

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New Members Dinner
Mar
21

New Members Dinner

We are blessed by new faces in our community! On Easter Sunday, we will welcome new official members into our congregation.

On Friday, March 21st, we will have dinner with this group to learn about Runnymede together and to build community. Whether you are joining as an official new member, or are simply new to the community and would like to meet others, you are welcome at this dinner!

Reach out to Laura to RSVP.

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Lent Study: Something Sacred
Mar
20

Lent Study: Something Sacred

This season of Lent, we will have a study using the United Church’s resource, “Something Sacred.” It is a daily study guide with a weekly gathering for conversation and reflection. Rev. Ted will host the study on Thursday afternoons at 2pm in the Kingsbury Room and online.

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Guest Preacher, Rev. Jennifer Henry
Mar
16

Guest Preacher, Rev. Jennifer Henry

We’re delighted to welcome Rev. Jennifer Henry as a guest preacher at Runnymede on March 16th! Ordained in 2023, Rev. Jennifer is the Executive Minister for Organizational Development and Strategy for The United Church of Canada. With nearly 30 years of experience as a passionate social justice advocate, including serving as Executive Director of KAIROS, Jennifer has worked tirelessly on behalf of Canadian churches. She holds multiple degrees, including a Master of Social Work and Theological Studies, and an Honorary Doctorate from Lutheran Theological Seminary. All are welcome to hear from a remarkable voice in our faith community online or in-person at our Runnymede Campus.

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Lent Study: Something Sacred
Mar
13

Lent Study: Something Sacred

This season of Lent, we will have a study using the United Church’s resource, “Something Sacred.” It is a daily study guide with a weekly gathering for conversation and reflection. Rev. Ted will host the study on Thursday afternoons at 2pm in the Kingsbury Room and online.

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Lent Study: Something Sacred
Mar
6

Lent Study: Something Sacred

This season of Lent, we will have a study using the United Church’s resource, “Something Sacred.” It is a daily study guide with a weekly gathering for conversation and reflection. Rev. Ted will host the study on Thursday afternoons at 2pm in the Kingsbury Room and online.

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Winter Book Study
Mar
5

Winter Book Study

THE MYSTICS WOULD LIKE A WORD : SIX WOMEN WHO MET GOD AND FOUND A SPIRITUALITY FOR TODAY

By Shannon K. Evans

Join in a lively discussion about an array of modern topics (including patriarchy, social justice, mental illness, gender expression and ecology) covered in the writings by six forward-thinking mystics - Teresa of Ávila, Margery Kempe, Hildegard of Bingen, Julian of Norwich, Catherine of Siena and Thérèse of Lisieux – all women who ‘experienced a glimpse of the eternal and chose to pursue more’. Writing from 1000 to just over 100 years ago, what did these women experience that still resonates with spiritual seekers today …

When: 7pm Wednesdays, January 22nd to March 5th

Where: Kingsbury Room and online via Zoom

Facilitators: Brenda Lien (in person) & Karrie Phair (online)

Contact Brenda Lien to sign up.

All are welcome – bring a friend!

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Pancake Supper
Mar
4

Pancake Supper

Join us for a delicious spread of pancakes, sausages, fruit, and treats! Individuals and families are welcome!

Pay cash or debit at the door. Adults: $8; Children 10 and under: $6; Family of 4: $25; Family of 5: $30

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Runnymede Music Night
Mar
1

Runnymede Music Night

Enjoy a wonderful evening of song featuring Runnymede Chancel Choir and special musical guests such as Jennifer Taverner, Jaccee Dallyn and Brian Withnell, Sabrina Santelli-Perez, Janie Kim and Christopher Widner and more! Tickets are $25 and all proceeds support the music program at Runnymede. Get tickets here.

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Winter Book Study
Feb
26

Winter Book Study

THE MYSTICS WOULD LIKE A WORD : SIX WOMEN WHO MET GOD AND FOUND A SPIRITUALITY FOR TODAY

By Shannon K. Evans

Join in a lively discussion about an array of modern topics (including patriarchy, social justice, mental illness, gender expression and ecology) covered in the writings by six forward-thinking mystics - Teresa of Ávila, Margery Kempe, Hildegard of Bingen, Julian of Norwich, Catherine of Siena and Thérèse of Lisieux – all women who ‘experienced a glimpse of the eternal and chose to pursue more’. Writing from 1000 to just over 100 years ago, what did these women experience that still resonates with spiritual seekers today …

When: 7pm Wednesdays, January 22nd to March 5th

Where: Kingsbury Room and online via Zoom

Facilitators: Brenda Lien (in person) & Karrie Phair (online)

Contact Brenda Lien to sign up.

All are welcome – bring a friend!

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Winter Book Study
Feb
19

Winter Book Study

THE MYSTICS WOULD LIKE A WORD : SIX WOMEN WHO MET GOD AND FOUND A SPIRITUALITY FOR TODAY

By Shannon K. Evans

Join in a lively discussion about an array of modern topics (including patriarchy, social justice, mental illness, gender expression and ecology) covered in the writings by six forward-thinking mystics - Teresa of Ávila, Margery Kempe, Hildegard of Bingen, Julian of Norwich, Catherine of Siena and Thérèse of Lisieux – all women who ‘experienced a glimpse of the eternal and chose to pursue more’. Writing from 1000 to just over 100 years ago, what did these women experience that still resonates with spiritual seekers today …

When: 7pm Wednesdays, January 22nd to March 5th

Where: Kingsbury Room and online via Zoom

Facilitators: Brenda Lien (in person) & Karrie Phair (online)

Contact Brenda Lien to sign up.

All are welcome – bring a friend!

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Winter Book Study
Feb
12

Winter Book Study

THE MYSTICS WOULD LIKE A WORD : SIX WOMEN WHO MET GOD AND FOUND A SPIRITUALITY FOR TODAY

By Shannon K. Evans

Join in a lively discussion about an array of modern topics (including patriarchy, social justice, mental illness, gender expression and ecology) covered in the writings by six forward-thinking mystics - Teresa of Ávila, Margery Kempe, Hildegard of Bingen, Julian of Norwich, Catherine of Siena and Thérèse of Lisieux – all women who ‘experienced a glimpse of the eternal and chose to pursue more’. Writing from 1000 to just over 100 years ago, what did these women experience that still resonates with spiritual seekers today …

When: 7pm Wednesdays, January 22nd to March 5th

Where: Kingsbury Room and online via Zoom

Facilitators: Brenda Lien (in person) & Karrie Phair (online)

Contact Brenda Lien to sign up.

All are welcome – bring a friend!

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Seeking the Spirit
Feb
12

Seeking the Spirit

All are welcome to our Seeking the Spirit worship series coordinated by Rev. Laura. These services are a chance to worship in a different style than Sunday morning. Expect gatherings that are creative, intimate, and a little different every time! 

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Runnymede United Church has special Sundays and events throughout the year, as well as a wide variety of church activities. Below is an overall description of events and activities to look forward to in the year ahead.

Lent and Easter

We enjoyed a feast of pancakes on Shrove Tuesday, March 4th at our Runnymede Campus from 5:00-7:00pm! Thanks to all who helped run this event and attended!

Lent & Easter 2025

Lent

On Wednesday, March 5th, we will marked Ash Wednesday online and in-person at our Windermere Campus at 7pm. All are welcome to this service as we usher in this new season in our church year. Contact Laura Gallagher-Doucette with questions.

Rev. Ted will run his annual Lenten Study with the United Church’s resource Something Sacred.

Holy Week

Palm Sunday - Sunday, April 13th - 10:30am (online & in-person at our Runnymede Campus)

Maundy Thursday - Thursday, April 17th - 7:00pm (in-person only - Runnymede Campus)

Good Friday - Friday, April 18th - 10:30am (online & in-person at our Runnymede Campus)

Easter

Easter Sunrise Service - Sunday, April 20th - 7:30am (in-person only - Humber River)

Easter Communion Service - Sunday, April 20th - 10:30am (online & in-person at our Runnymede Campus)

Summer

Vacation Bible Camp

Our Vacation Bible Camp will be July 7th-11th this year, from 9am-noon! The camp will be held at our Windermere Campus and is $20/camper to a maximum of $50/family. Bursaries are available. Reach out to Eva in the office to register.

Fall

Here’s what we were up to during the fall of 2024…

Covenanting Service with Rev. Laura — Sunday, September 15th — 10:30 am

To celebrate our Engagement & Growth Minister, Rev. Laura Gallagher-Doucette’s full-time call with our congregation, we have a covenanting service on Sunday, September 15th at 10:30am in-person at our Runnymede Campus and online on YouTube.

Outdoor Service & Annual Church BBQ — Sunday, September 22nd — after worship

On Sunday, September 22nd, we will gather for worship outside on our front lawn. Following worship, will be our yearly church BBQ.

Orange Shirt Day — Sunday, September 29th

On Sunday, September 29th, we mark Orange Shirt Day to commemorate those sent to Residential School.

Thanksgiving Sunday — Sunday, October 13th

Reformation Sunday — Sunday, October 27th

Bloor West Village Arts and Craft Show — November 9th, 2023

Each fall, Runnymede United hosts the Bloor West Village Arts and Craft Show. This event is a great place for your holiday shopping, connecting with friends, and stocking up on baked goods.

Remembrance Sunday — Sunday, November 10th

Advent and Christmas

Here’s what we are looking forward to during Advent and Christmas 2024…

Advent and Christmas 2024

Dickens’ “A Christmas Carol” Reading - Sunday, December 1st at 7pm

We were thrilled to host a reading of the holiday favorite by celebrity readers with special musical guests, including award-winning actors Lisa Horner (Come From Away) and Barbara Gordon (The Boys, Murdoch Mysteries), as well as CBC's Susan Ormiston and Jeff Douglas.

All proceeds went to the Food Community Outreach Program in support of the Bloor West Food Bank.

It was a cherished Christmas tradition!

Christmas Pageant - Sunday, December 8th at 10:30am

We celebrated our annual Christmas pageant during worship on our Runnymede Campus.

Carols by Candlelight - December 15th at 7:00pm

We kept the Christmas magic alive with our annual Carols by Candlelight concert, followed by a reception filled with cookies and treats. A big thank-you to everyone, especially the musicians, for making the evening so beautiful!

Longest Night Service - December 20th at 7pm (Windermere Campus)

This special service featured beautiful music, reflection, and a celebration of the solstice. The evening provided moments for contemplation, uplifting music, and a joyful acknowledgment of the light returning. It was a unique and meaningful experience for all who joined.

Christmas Eve Services - December 24th at 5pm, 7pm, and 11pm

Thanks to all who attend our Christmas Eve services on Tuesday, December 24th at our Runnymede Campus:

5:00 pm - Family Service

7:00 pm - Lessons & Carols Service & Communion

11:00 pm - Reflective Service & Communion