Faith LivedChurch Activities and Events
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.
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
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/
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
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
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
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
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/
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
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
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.
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
Ash Wednesday: Service of the Ashes
Wednesday, February 18th, 7:00pm
In-person: Windermere Campus
356 Windermere Avenue
Online: YouTube.
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
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
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
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
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
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.
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
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.
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.
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
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
Meet the Prayer Team
Learn what the team is all about
Enrich your prayer life
Discover ways to pray within the Runnymede community
January 25 following worship
Runnymede Campus – Kingsbury Room
In-person only
Contact Rev. Laura for more information
Strengthening Our Invitation
Round Table discussion
Communication with and invitation to the broader community
January 25th 11:45 am to 1:00 pm
Runnymede Campus, North Room
In-person only
For more information contact: growth@runnymedeunited.org
Hosts: Alex Cruickshank, Brian Traquair, Debra Horsfield, Rev. Laura, and Rev. Ted
A Chance to Dance
Come out for another evening of square and line dancing this Saturday, January 24, 7:30-9:30. Bust out your inner cowboy. No experience, no partner, and no costume required. Everyone is welcome. Tickets are $20, or be a Village Champion and purchase a $40 ticket. All proceeds are in support of Village of Love, an organization making a difference in the lives of children orphaned by AIDS. Get your friends together and get your tickets here
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
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.
Communion & Candlelight Service
Our last Christmas Eve service will be on Tuesday, December 24th at 11pm on our Runnymede Campus.
Join us in-person or online for a Reflective Service & Communion.
Communion & Carols Service
Attend our Traditional Christmas Eve service on Tuesday, December 24th at 7pm on our Runnymede Campus.
All are welcome in-person and online.
Family Christmas Service
We invite you, your children, and/or grandchildren to attend our Christmas Eve Family Service on Tuesday, December 24th at 5pm. Join us in-person at our Runnymede Campus or online.
Contemplation and Conversation
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
Carols by Candlelight
Join Runnymede United Church for a beautiful candlelit concert and sing the songs of the season! Enjoy an evening of uplifting carols, featuring talented musicians in a warm and festive atmosphere. After the concert, stay for a reception in Memorial Hall with delicious treats and holiday cheer. All are welcome!
Contemplation and Conversation
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
Annual Christmas Pageant
All our welcome for a fun morning for family and friends as we celebrate the Christmas season.
Contemplation and Conversation
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
Song of Faith Study
📍 Online
🗓️ Monday's, October 20th - December 1st
On behalf of the Spiritual Growth Committee, we are excited to invite you to join our upcoming "Song of Faith" study, hosted by Elaine Foulkes and Karrie Phair.
The "Song of Faith" is a contemporary statement of faith, adopted by the United Church of Canada in 2006. The statement has been updated from previous statements, and was created to provide a "verbal picture" of what the United Church understands its faith to be in an early 21st-century context. The statement encourages us to live out our faith with boldness, to seek God's vision for a world where human dignity is defended and creation is mended.
This study will run for 7 weeks, and is offered online only on Monday's, from October 20th to December 1st, from 7pm to 8:30pm. Whether you are new to faith studies, or a regular participant, we believe you will find this time together a welcoming and enriching experience.
If you are interested in participating, please contact Eva at office@runnymedeunited.org and let her know you'll be attending. We hope you will consider joining us.
Elaine Foulkes and Karrie Phair
Dickens' A Christmas Carol
A Christmas Carol returns! The Runnymede annual reading of the classic Dickens’ tale is back on Sunday November 30 at 7 pm, featuring another stellar lineup of readers and performers, including Noah Reid (Schitt’s Creek), Beau Dixon (Passing Strange), Tom Power (CBC’s Q), Susan Ormiston (CBC News), Afrim Pristine (community leader) with more to come!
All proceeds from this evening of holiday storytelling and song go towards the Food Community Outreach program in support of Bloor West Food Bank and other community food security initiatives.
Shoebox Sunday
Runnymede United Outreach - Christmas Shoeboxes
Date for Bringing to the Church – November 30, 2025
Runnymede is supporting Unison Health and Community Services, located at Rogers Road and Keele Street just north of our church again this year. This agency supports moms, babies, families, adults and seniors with many programs including pre– and post natal classes, employment counselling and settlement advice. They are very happy to continue our connection through our shoebox donations. Boxes can be filled for moms, babies (try to be generic), and children ages 1-12.
It is time to begin to prepare your boxes! Please bring the wrapped filled boxes (lids wrapped separate from the bottoms) to the church for White Gift Sunday on November 30th at 10:30 a.m. or leave in the church office during the week of November 23rd, 2025
Choose to fill a Christmas box for one (or more) of the following: ·
Baby Girl or Baby Boy
Girl 1-3 years, 4-8 years, 9-12 years
Boy 1-3 years, 4-8 years, 9-12 years
Mother/Woman
Father/Man
Please see this document for more information on Christmas Shoeboxes, including ideas and labels.
If you cannot fill a shoebox but wish to support this project, please consider making a donation towards a gift card by doing an e-transfer to treasurer@runnymedeunited.org
Gift cards at $25 value will be handed out to families for purchases such as larger winter items like boots or coats, food or medicines. Thank you.
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.
Wednesday Reflection
The weekly Zoom Bible study from noon-1pm has restarted for the season.
This season, rather than studying the lectionary, the group will explore Eugene Peterson's book Eat This Book to learn about reading scripture together. All are welcome!
Contemplation and Conversation
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
Song of Faith Study
📍 Online
🗓️ Monday's, October 20th - December 1st
On behalf of the Spiritual Growth Committee, we are excited to invite you to join our upcoming "Song of Faith" study, hosted by Elaine Foulkes and Karrie Phair.
The "Song of Faith" is a contemporary statement of faith, adopted by the United Church of Canada in 2006. The statement has been updated from previous statements, and was created to provide a "verbal picture" of what the United Church understands its faith to be in an early 21st-century context. The statement encourages us to live out our faith with boldness, to seek God's vision for a world where human dignity is defended and creation is mended.
This study will run for 7 weeks, and is offered online only on Monday's, from October 20th to December 1st, from 7pm to 8:30pm. Whether you are new to faith studies, or a regular participant, we believe you will find this time together a welcoming and enriching experience.
If you are interested in participating, please contact Eva at office@runnymedeunited.org and let her know you'll be attending. We hope you will consider joining us.
Elaine Foulkes and Karrie Phair
Wednesday Reflection
The weekly Zoom Bible study from noon-1pm has restarted for the season.
This season, rather than studying the lectionary, the group will explore Eugene Peterson's book Eat This Book to learn about reading scripture together. All are welcome!