Runnymede United Open House
The church is throwing an Open House and you’re invited!
📍 432 Runnymede Road
📅 Sunday, October 26, 10:30 AM
Come for morning service, stay for coffee. With beverage and cookies in hand, talk to folks about what happens at Runnymede—from a safe and welcoming space to explore faith and enjoy community to meaningful ways to promote justice locally and globally.
Runnymede United is…
A safe, welcoming space to explore faith and enjoy community.
Sunday Morning Service
Worship begins at 10:30, with music, children’s time, a message, prayers and sharing community news; friendly coffee time follows. Volunteers make Sunday work, from greeting to A/V support to serving coffee.
Exploring Spirituality
Expand your thinking about God. Discover how faith practices can improve your life. Talk with others about life issues. Have ideas for topics? Want to co-lead a group? Learn more or leave a message at RunnymedeUnited.org/FaithFormation.
Families and Children
Sunday school fun, Vacation Bible Camp, movie nights and more – Runnymede has family-friendly activities. Taking a role in the Christmas Pageant is an annual highlight. Baptism and confirmation are available. Contact RevLaura@runnymededunited.org.
Pastoral Care
Caring for others is an essential ministry at Runnymede. If you or someone you know needs a friendly visit, phone call or prayer, don’t hesitate to contact the Pastoral Care/Prayer Team by emailing karrenphair@gmail.com.
Meet our Ministry Team
Our ministers: Ted Grady, Laura Gallagher-Doucette.
Music: David Ambrose.
Outreach and Volunteers: Valerie Gow.
Contact Eva: Office@runnymedeunited.org.
Runnymede United is…
A safe, welcoming space to explore faith and enjoy community.
Community Meal
On the last Saturday of the month, over 100 guests enjoy a delicious, free, four-course meal and fellowship at Runnymede – as they have for some 25 years! Come for the dinner and company, or come to serve. Contact: RevLaura@runnymedeunited.org.
Food Community Outreach
Volunteers come together in the Runnymede United Church kitchen to tackle local food insecurity one meal at a time. We support community programs serving children, seniors and families, including the Bloor West Food Bank. Learn more: RunnymedeUnited.org/FCO.
Kijiji Cha Upendo
In the slum community of Kibera, Kenya, big-hearted women take AIDS-orphaned children into their homes. Kijiji helps them provide food and school for all their children. Today, 135 families and more than 600 children are supported. Linda.Levin@villageofloveCanada.org.
Advent/Christmas Outreach
Runnymede partners with groups like Prison Fellowship to support families in the season. Fill a shoe box, donate winter items or money, or volunteer at a seasonal event such as the Arts & Craft Show, Dickens reading or pie-making. RunnymedeUnited.org/Christmas.
Seniors Support
Runnymede people have a heart for supporting seniors in our community. We are currently researching needs and program options. If you are interested, please talk to Val: Outreach@runnymedeunited.org.