Faith LivedChurch Activities and Events
Community Meal – Lunch Edition
Join us for a warm meal and great community at Runnymede United Church!
🗓 Saturday, March 14, 2026
🚪 Doors open at 11:30 AM
🍽 Lunch served at 12:00 PM
📍 432 Runnymede Road (North of Runnymede Station)
Come enjoy good food, friendly conversation, and community connection. All are welcome!
PIE Day
Join us on Sunday, March 15 for a special service featuring reflections shared by members of our congregation. Following the service, everyone is invited to stay and enjoy pie together.
3-week Book Study: Encampment
“An activist priest provides sanctuary for an encampment of unhoused people in her churchyard near Kensington Market, Toronto. Known as an outspoken social justice activist, author Maggie Helwig has spent the last three years getting to know the residents and fighting tooth and nail to allow them to stay, battling various authorities that want to clear the yard. Encampment tells the story of Helwig’s life-long activism as preparation for her fight to keep her churchyard open to people needing a home. More importantly, it introduces us to some of the residents: their lives, their challenges, their humanity." (Adapted from publisher)
We will meet in person on three consecutive Tuesday evenings: March 3, 10 and 17, from 7:00 to 8:30pm in the Kingsbury Room at the Runnymede Campus to discuss the book and issues raised by it. Leaders: Katrina Hall and Monica McGlynn-Stewart. To sign up or ask for more information, please email hall.katrina@outlook.com or see Monica at the sign-up table in Memorial Hall after church on Feb. 1, 15th or 22nd. You can purchase a book from Monica as well.
P.S. The book is under 200 pages long, an easy read on a complex topic.
Community Meal
All are welcome for our delicious and nutritious Community Meal the last Saturday of the month! The menu is our famous vegetable soup, salad, roast beef and roast potatoes with gravy, steamed vegetables, and homemade dessert.
Our doors open for community time, coffee, tea, fruit, and cookies at 4pm. Dinner is served at 5pm. Enjoy live music while dinner is served!
To volunteer, please contact Rev. Laura.
The Village of Love Canada Challenge-for-Change: Games Night & Silent Auction
Challenge 4 Change Games Night & Silent Auction
Saturday, April 18, 7 pm to 10 pm
A fun evening for a great cause!
At Runnymede United Church
Crokinole, Euchre, Trivia Quizzes, Dominoes, and Bananagrams
Wine Bar, Complimentary Snacks, Door Prizes, and Silent Auction!
All proceeds in support of Village of Love Canada. Help impoverished Kenyan women caring for orphaned children to meet the extreme challenges of feeding their children and keeping them in school!
Tickets start at $35 or contribute more and get a tax receipt.
For event details and to purchase your tickets, visit the website here: https://www.villageoflovecanada.org/challenge-for-change/
Community Meal
All are welcome for our delicious and nutritious Community Meal the last Saturday of the month! The menu is our famous vegetable soup, salad, roast beef and roast potatoes with gravy, steamed vegetables, and homemade dessert.
Our doors open for community time, coffee, tea, fruit, and cookies at 4pm. Dinner is served at 5pm. Enjoy live music while dinner is served!
To volunteer, please contact Rev. Laura.
Community Meal
All are welcome for our delicious and nutritious Community Meal the last Saturday of the month! The menu is our famous vegetable soup, salad, roast beef and roast potatoes with gravy, steamed vegetables, and homemade dessert.
Our doors open for community time, coffee, tea, fruit, and cookies at 4pm. Dinner is served at 5pm. Enjoy live music while dinner is served!
To volunteer, please contact Rev. Laura.
Vacation Bible Camp
Vacation Bible Camp
Time: 9:00am – 12:00pm
Ages: 5–12
$20 per camper | Max $50 per family
Location:
356 Windermere Ave,
Toronto, ON M6S 3L3
Get ready for games, crafts, snacks, and lots of fun.
Spread the word and join in the excitement!
To sign up or learn more, contact the church office at office@runnymedeunited.org.
Contemplation & Conversation
Faith and Formation
All are welcome to a weekly online gathering to reflect on poetry or spiritual text.
We invite voluntary responses and wait in silence until someone speaks. We are a friendly group and guided by Spirit we support one another.
We close with a prayer circle. However you come is okay.
First time attendees: Contact church office
Tuesdays 7:00pm to 8:00pm
On ZOOM
To register Phone: 416-767-6729
Email: office@runnymedeunited.org
3-week Book Study: Encampment
“An activist priest provides sanctuary for an encampment of unhoused people in her churchyard near Kensington Market, Toronto. Known as an outspoken social justice activist, author Maggie Helwig has spent the last three years getting to know the residents and fighting tooth and nail to allow them to stay, battling various authorities that want to clear the yard. Encampment tells the story of Helwig’s life-long activism as preparation for her fight to keep her churchyard open to people needing a home. More importantly, it introduces us to some of the residents: their lives, their challenges, their humanity." (Adapted from publisher)
We will meet in person on three consecutive Tuesday evenings: March 3, 10 and 17, from 7:00 to 8:30pm in the Kingsbury Room at the Runnymede Campus to discuss the book and issues raised by it. Leaders: Katrina Hall and Monica McGlynn-Stewart. To sign up or ask for more information, please email hall.katrina@outlook.com or see Monica at the sign-up table in Memorial Hall after church on Feb. 1, 15th or 22nd. You can purchase a book from Monica as well.
P.S. The book is under 200 pages long, an easy read on a complex topic.
Contemplation & Conversation
Faith and Formation
All are welcome to a weekly online gathering to reflect on poetry or spiritual text.
We invite voluntary responses and wait in silence until someone speaks. We are a friendly group and guided by Spirit we support one another.
We close with a prayer circle. However you come is okay.
First time attendees: Contact church office
Tuesdays 7:00pm to 8:00pm
On ZOOM
To register Phone: 416-767-6729
Email: office@runnymedeunited.org
3-week Book Study: Encampment
"An activist priest provides sanctuary for an encampment of unhoused people in her churchyard near Kensington Market, Toronto. Known as an outspoken social justice activist, author Maggie Helwig has spent the last three years getting to know the residents and fighting tooth and nail to allow them to stay, battling various authorities that want to clear the yard. Encampment tells the story of Helwig’s life-long activism as preparation for her fight to keep her churchyard open to people needing a home. More importantly, it introduces us to some of the residents: their lives, their challenges, their humanity." (Adapted from publisher)
We will meet in person on three consecutive Tuesday evenings: March 3, 10 and 17, from 7:00 to 8:30pm in the Kingsbury Room at the Runnymede Campus to discuss the book and issues raised by it. Leaders: Katrina Hall and Monica McGlynn-Stewart. To sign up or ask for more information, please email hall.katrina@outlook.com or see Monica at the sign-up table in Memorial Hall after church on Feb. 1, 15th or 22nd. You can purchase a book from Monica as well.
P.S. The book is under 200 pages long, an easy read on a complex topic.
Community Meal
All are welcome for our delicious and nutritious Community Meal the last Saturday of the month! The menu is our famous vegetable soup, salad, roast beef and roast potatoes with gravy, steamed vegetables, and homemade dessert.
Our doors open for community time, coffee, tea, fruit, and cookies at 4pm. Dinner is served at 5pm. Enjoy live music while dinner is served!
To volunteer, please contact Rev. Laura.
Life After Doom: Wisdom and Courage for a World Falling Apart
Brian McLaren (2024) offers a nuanced exploration of hope, grief, and the transformative power of rethinking how we live, connect, and act in turbulent times.
A timely guide for cultivating resilience, courage, and wisdom in facing today’s challenges.
A six-week study: Thursday, January 22 to February 26
7 to 8:30 pm on Zoom
Please arrange to get your own copy of the book.
Discussion questions will be sent out in advance of each week’s discussion.
To register contact Phone: 416-767-6729
Email: office@runnymedeunited.org
Aging Faithfully
What happens to our faith as we age? We all age differently, and God calls each of us to new spiritual birth as we mature and deepen our faith.
This study will help to explore:
* The journey of retirement
* Lifestyle changes
* New limitations
* New opportunities that come with aging well
5-week study beginning February 5th, 26. Thursdays at 2pm.
In-person @ Runnymede campus and by Zoom.
Co-leaders - Rev. Laura Gallagher-Doucette, and Judy Hauserman.
To register, call 416-767-6729 or email office@runnymedeunited.org
Contemplation & Conversation
Faith and Formation
All are welcome to a weekly online gathering to reflect on poetry or spiritual text.
We invite voluntary responses and wait in silence until someone speaks. We are a friendly group and guided by Spirit we support one another.
We close with a prayer circle. However you come is okay.
First time attendees: Contact church office
Tuesdays 7:00pm to 8:00pm
On ZOOM
To register Phone: 416-767-6729
Email: office@runnymedeunited.org
Life After Doom: Wisdom and Courage for a World Falling Apart
Brian McLaren (2024) offers a nuanced exploration of hope, grief, and the transformative power of rethinking how we live, connect, and act in turbulent times.
A timely guide for cultivating resilience, courage, and wisdom in facing today’s challenges.
A six-week study: Thursday, January 22 to February 26
7 to 8:30 pm on Zoom
Please arrange to get your own copy of the book.
Discussion questions will be sent out in advance of each week’s discussion.
To register contact Phone: 416-767-6729
Email: office@runnymedeunited.org
Aging Faithfully
What happens to our faith as we age? We all age differently, and God calls each of us to new spiritual birth as we mature and deepen our faith.
This study will help to explore:
* The journey of retirement
* Lifestyle changes
* New limitations
* New opportunities that come with aging well
5-week study beginning February 5th, 26. Thursdays at 2pm.
In-person @ Runnymede campus and by Zoom.
Co-leaders - Rev. Laura Gallagher-Doucette, and Judy Hauserman.
To register, call 416-767-6729 or email office@runnymedeunited.org
Ash Wednesday: Service of the Ashes
Wednesday, February 18th, 7:00pm
In-person: Windermere Campus
356 Windermere Avenue
Online: YouTube.
Contemplation & Conversation
Faith and Formation
All are welcome to a weekly online gathering to reflect on poetry or spiritual text.
We invite voluntary responses and wait in silence until someone speaks. We are a friendly group and guided by Spirit we support one another.
We close with a prayer circle. However you come is okay.
First time attendees: Contact church office
Tuesdays 7:00pm to 8:00pm
On ZOOM
To register Phone: 416-767-6729
Email: office@runnymedeunited.org
Pancake Supper
Flip Flip Hooray! Pancake Tuesday!
Tuesday, February 17th, 5–7pm.
In-person: Runnymede Campus. 432 Runnymede Road
Join us for a feast of pancakes, maple syrup, sausages, toppings, fruit and treats! $10/person; $35/family cash/debit at the door.
Community Meal - Lunch Edition
Join us for our Community Meal – Lunch Edition at Runnymede United Church. This is a time to gather, share a meal, and connect with others. Whether you’re coming on your own, with family, or with friends, you are warmly invited.
Saturday, February 14
Doors open at 11:30 am | Lunch served at 12:00 pm
432 Runnymede Road
All are welcome!
Life After Doom: Wisdom and Courage for a World Falling Apart
Brian McLaren (2024) offers a nuanced exploration of hope, grief, and the transformative power of rethinking how we live, connect, and act in turbulent times.
A timely guide for cultivating resilience, courage, and wisdom in facing today’s challenges.
A six-week study: Thursday, January 22 to February 26
7 to 8:30 pm on Zoom
Please arrange to get your own copy of the book.
Discussion questions will be sent out in advance of each week’s discussion.
To register contact Phone: 416-767-6729
Email: office@runnymedeunited.org
Aging Faithfully
What happens to our faith as we age? We all age differently, and God calls each of us to new spiritual birth as we mature and deepen our faith.
This study will help to explore:
* The journey of retirement
* Lifestyle changes
* New limitations
* New opportunities that come with aging well
5-week study beginning February 5th, 26. Thursdays at 2pm.
In-person @ Runnymede campus and by Zoom.
Co-leaders - Rev. Laura Gallagher-Doucette, and Judy Hauserman.
To register, call 416-767-6729 or email office@runnymedeunited.org
Affirming Book Study
A four-week study with Donald Schmidt the author of The Bible and Homosexuality for Progressive Christians.
Donald Schmidt’s book study can help walk you through the scriptures and enlighten you to just how great God’s love is.
By invitation of the Affirming Ministries Support and Resource Team from the Canadian Shield and Shining Waters Regional Councils.
Wednesday nights 7 pm to 8:30 pm on Zoom
January 21, 28, February 4, and 11, 2026
To order the book ($18.95) go to: https://revdonald.ca/product/the-bible-and-homosexuality-for-progressive-christians/
To register go to: https://shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca/equity/affirming-ministry/affirming-book-study/
Contemplation & Conversation
Faith and Formation
All are welcome to a weekly online gathering to reflect on poetry or spiritual text.
We invite voluntary responses and wait in silence until someone speaks. We are a friendly group and guided by Spirit we support one another.
We close with a prayer circle. However you come is okay.
First time attendees: Contact church office
Tuesdays 7:00pm to 8:00pm
On ZOOM
To register Phone: 416-767-6729
Email: office@runnymedeunited.org
Annual General Meeting
The congregation's Annual General Meeting will be held following worship on Sunday, February 8th. A light lunch will be provided.
Advance material will be available online at the end of January/early February.
If you have any items you feel should be on the agenda as new business, please contact David Allen, Board Chair.
To contact David, email boardchair@runnymedeunited.org
Life After Doom: Wisdom and Courage for a World Falling Apart
Brian McLaren (2024) offers a nuanced exploration of hope, grief, and the transformative power of rethinking how we live, connect, and act in turbulent times.
A timely guide for cultivating resilience, courage, and wisdom in facing today’s challenges.
A six-week study: Thursday, January 22 to February 26
7 to 8:30 pm on Zoom
Please arrange to get your own copy of the book.
Discussion questions will be sent out in advance of each week’s discussion.
To register contact Phone: 416-767-6729
Email: office@runnymedeunited.org
Aging Faithfully
What happens to our faith as we age? We all age differently, and God calls each of us to new spiritual birth as we mature and deepen our faith.
This study will help to explore:
* The journey of retirement
* Lifestyle changes
* New limitations
* New opportunities that come with aging well
5-week study beginning February 5th, 26. Thursdays at 2pm.
In-person @ Runnymede campus and by Zoom.
Co-leaders - Rev. Laura Gallagher-Doucette, and Judy Hauserman.
To register, call 416-767-6729 or email office@runnymedeunited.org
Affirming Book Study
A four-week study with Donald Schmidt the author of The Bible and Homosexuality for Progressive Christians.
Donald Schmidt’s book study can help walk you through the scriptures and enlighten you to just how great God’s love is.
By invitation of the Affirming Ministries Support and Resource Team from the Canadian Shield and Shining Waters Regional Councils.
Wednesday nights 7 pm to 8:30 pm on Zoom
January 21, 28, February 4, and 11, 2026
To order the book ($18.95) go to: https://revdonald.ca/product/the-bible-and-homosexuality-for-progressive-christians/
To register go to: https://shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca/equity/affirming-ministry/affirming-book-study/
Contemplation & Conversation
Faith and Formation
All are welcome to a weekly online gathering to reflect on poetry or spiritual text.
We invite voluntary responses and wait in silence until someone speaks. We are a friendly group and guided by Spirit we support one another.
We close with a prayer circle. However you come is okay.
First time attendees: Contact church office
Tuesdays 7:00pm to 8:00pm
On ZOOM
To register Phone: 416-767-6729
Email: office@runnymedeunited.org
Community Meal
All are welcome for our delicious and nutritious Community Meal the last Saturday of the month! The menu is our famous vegetable soup, salad, roast beef and roast potatoes with gravy, steamed vegetables, and homemade dessert.
Our doors open for community time, coffee, tea, fruit, and cookies at 4pm. Dinner is served at 5pm. Enjoy live music while dinner is served!
To volunteer, please contact Rev. Laura.