Faith LivedChurch 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.
Easter Sunrise Service
Mark the dawn of Easter Day with us at the shore of the Humber River!
Contemplation & Conversation
Join this group that meets weekly to reflect and converse about life, faith, and more.
Contemplation & Conversation
Join this group that meets weekly to reflect and converse about life, faith, and more.
Contemplation & Conversation
Join this group that meets weekly to reflect and converse about life, faith, and more.
Contemplation & Conversation
Join this group that meets weekly to reflect and converse about life, faith, and more.
Contemplation & Conversation
Join this group that meets weekly to reflect and converse about life, faith, and more.
Contemplation & Conversation
Join this group that meets weekly to reflect and converse about life, faith, and more.
Contemplation & Conversation
Join this group that meets weekly to reflect and converse about life, faith, and more.
Contemplation & Conversation
Join this group that meets weekly to reflect and converse about life, faith, and more.
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.
Contemplation & Conversation
Join this group that meets weekly to reflect and converse about life, faith, and more.
Good Friday
Continue your journey through Holy Week with this sacred service.
Service will be in-person and livestreamed.
Contemplative Prayer
This Lent, Laura will lead simple contemplative prayer gatherings on Zoom. Come to this quiet space of devotion for a moment of rest and centering in your day. All are welcome.
Contemplation & Conversation
Join this group that meets weekly to reflect and converse about life, faith, and more.
Contemplative Prayer
This Lent, Laura will lead simple contemplative prayer gatherings on Zoom. Come to this quiet space of devotion for a moment of rest and centering in your day. All are welcome.
Confirmation Class
Rev. Laura is excited to lead confirmation classes during the season of Lent! Confirmands will be confirmed on Easter Sunday, April 20th. Reach out to Laura to register.
Contemplation & Conversation
Join this group that meets weekly to reflect and converse about life, faith, and more.
Contemplative Prayer
This Lent, Laura will lead simple contemplative prayer gatherings on Zoom. Come to this quiet space of devotion for a moment of rest and centering in your day. All are welcome.
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.
Contemplative Prayer
This Lent, Laura will lead simple contemplative prayer gatherings on Zoom. Come to this quiet space of devotion for a moment of rest and centering in your day. All are welcome.
Contemplation & Conversation
Join this group that meets weekly to reflect and converse about life, faith, and more.
Contemplative Prayer
This Lent, Laura will lead simple contemplative prayer gatherings on Zoom. Come to this quiet space of devotion for a moment of rest and centering in your day. All are welcome.
Confirmation Class
Rev. Laura is excited to lead confirmation classes during the season of Lent! Confirmands will be confirmed on Easter Sunday, April 20th. Reach out to Laura to register.
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.
Contemplative Prayer
This Lent, Laura will lead simple contemplative prayer gatherings on Zoom. Come to this quiet space of devotion for a moment of rest and centering in your day. All are welcome.
Contemplation & Conversation
Join this group that meets weekly to reflect and converse about life, faith, and more.
Contemplative Prayer
This Lent, Laura will lead simple contemplative prayer gatherings on Zoom. Come to this quiet space of devotion for a moment of rest and centering in your day. All are welcome.
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!
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.
Contemplative Prayer
This Lent, Laura will lead simple contemplative prayer gatherings on Zoom. Come to this quiet space of devotion for a moment of rest and centering in your day. All are welcome.
Contemplation & Conversation
Join this group that meets weekly to reflect and converse about life, faith, and more.
Contemplative Prayer
This Lent, Laura will lead simple contemplative prayer gatherings on Zoom. Come to this quiet space of devotion for a moment of rest and centering in your day. All are welcome.
Confirmation Class
Rev. Laura is excited to lead confirmation classes during the season of Lent! Confirmands will be confirmed on Easter Sunday, April 20th. Reach out to Laura to register.
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.
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.
Contemplative Prayer
This Lent, Laura will lead simple contemplative prayer gatherings on Zoom. Come to this quiet space of devotion for a moment of rest and centering in your day. All are welcome.
Contemplation & Conversation
Join this group that meets weekly to reflect and converse about life, faith, and more.
Contemplative Prayer
This Lent, Laura will lead simple contemplative prayer gatherings on Zoom. Come to this quiet space of devotion for a moment of rest and centering in your day. All are welcome.
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.
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