BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Islington United Church - ECPv6.15.18//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Islington United Church X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://islingtonunited.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Islington United Church REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Toronto BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20230312T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20231105T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250106T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250106T170000 DTSTAMP:20260403T161315 CREATED:20241222T214652Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250106T201538Z UID:69094-1736179200-1736182800@islingtonunited.org SUMMARY:Meditation Online DESCRIPTION:We offer online meditation facilitated and guided by James Aitchison on Zoom. Everyone is welcome and no experience is required. \nMonday afternoons at 4:00 pm on Zoom. \nMeditation offers an opportunity to reduce stress\, grow in self-knowledge\, and come closer to God. We offer online meditation weekly on Zoom where all are welcome and no experience is required. Our focus is on breath-centred meditation\, inviting our bodies to relax while remaining alert. We also incorporate body scanning and usually finish with gratitude meditation. \nFor Zoom link contact: James Aitchison – james@islingtonunited.org \nIn person meditation takes place on Wednesdays at 7 pm in the Chapel. \nShare:\n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window)\n Email\n \n Print (Opens in new window)\n Print\n Like this:Like Loading... URL:https://islingtonunited.org/event/meditation-online-2/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Meditation,Online,Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://islingtonunited.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/meditation.png ORGANIZER;CN="James Aitchison":MAILTO:james@islingtonunited.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250119T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250119T143000 DTSTAMP:20260403T161315 CREATED:20241123T204050Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250109T182721Z UID:67062-1737291600-1737297000@islingtonunited.org SUMMARY:Speaker Series - United Against Hate DESCRIPTION:Please join us online or in person for the Anti-Racism Speaker Series United Against Hate: Racism\, Religion & Conflict in the Middle East and at Home.  \nJanuary 19\, 2025 – Affirming Jewish Identities and Countering Anti-Semitism with Dr. Karen Mock. Dr. Karen Mock is a Psychologist\, Educator\, and Human Rights Consultant. \nJanuary 26\, 2025 – Islamophobia and its Impact on Muslim Communities in Canada with Amira Elghawaby. Armira Elghawaby is Canada’s Special Representative on Combatting Islamophobia \nFebruary 2\, 2025 – Understanding the Historical Causes of the Israeli Palestinian Conflict with Brian Carwana. Brian Carwana is the Executive Director of Encounter World Religions. \nAll sessions will be moderated by James Aitchison. \nRegistration is requested. Suggested donation of $20 per session. \nPlease enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.CONTACT INFORMATIONName *FirstLastEmail * \n DONATION February 2025\n \n \n SESSION REGISTRATIONSession Attendance *Sunday\, January 19\, 2025 - Affirming Jewish Identities and Countering Anti-SemitismSunday\, January 26\, 2025 - Islamophobia and Its Impact on Muslim Communities in CanadaSunday\, February 2\, 2025 - Understanding the Historical Causes of the Israeli Palestinian ConflictPlease select all session that you plan on attendingJanuary 19\, 2025 *Attending in personAttending online via ZoomPlease indicate how you will be attending this sessionJanuary 26\, 2025 *Attending in personAttending online via ZoomPlease indicate how you will be attending this sessionFebruary 2\, 2025 *Attending in personAttending online via ZoomPlease indicate how you will be attending this sessionSUGGESTED DONATIONThere is a suggested donation of $20 per session \nDonation Amount$20 (1 session)$40 (2 sessions)$60 (3 sessions)OtherCustom Donation Minimum Price: $10.00Total$0.00Method of PaymentE-TransferCheque to Islington United ChurchCredit CardIn Person (Credit\, Debit\, Cash)E-Transfer\nAfter submitting this form\, please complete the e-transfer through your bank to give@islingtonunited.org. Please indicate "United Against Hate" in the memo field. \nCheque\nCheques can be brought to in person worship services\, dropped off at the church\, or mailed to Islington United Church\, 25 Burnhamthorpe Road\, Toronto M9A 1G9. Please indicate "United Against Hate" in the memo field. \nIn Person\nIn person payments can be received at the church office or in Stewart East Hall following Sunday worship. \nCredit Card *CardName on CardSubmit \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \nShare:\n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window)\n Email\n \n Print (Opens in new window)\n Print\n Like this:Like Loading... URL:https://islingtonunited.org/event/speaker-series-united-against-hate/ LOCATION:Islington United Church CATEGORIES:All Events,Anti-Racism,Community Event,In Person,Online,Social Justice Network ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://islingtonunited.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/December-29-2024-2.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250119T114500 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250119T121500 DTSTAMP:20260403T161315 CREATED:20241216T155719Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241216T160343Z UID:68777-1737287100-1737288900@islingtonunited.org SUMMARY:Confirmation Information Session DESCRIPTION:What is confirmation? Why do it?\n\nIf you know a young person who may be interested in confirmation\, join us in the youth room at 11:45 am (or after church) on Sunday\, January 19th to learn more about it. We will discuss why people choose to participate\, what to expect\, and a schedule for classes.\n\nLearn a bit more about confirmation to see if you would like to attend the session by watching the 1 minute video from Brianna Coutlee below and RSVP here.\n\n\n\nShare:\n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window)\n Email\n \n Print (Opens in new window)\n Print\n Like this:Like Loading... URL:https://islingtonunited.org/event/confirmation-information-session/ LOCATION:youth CATEGORIES:All Events,In Person,Young Adult,Youth ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://islingtonunited.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/confirmation-event.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250112T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250112T123000 DTSTAMP:20260403T161315 CREATED:20241123T202357Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241123T202357Z UID:67053-1736681400-1736685000@islingtonunited.org SUMMARY:Soup Lunch DESCRIPTION:Join us after worship for Soup Lunch and Community Connection. \nShare:\n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window)\n Email\n \n Print (Opens in new window)\n Print\n Like this:Like Loading... URL:https://islingtonunited.org/event/soup-lunch/ LOCATION:Islington United Church CATEGORIES:All Events,In Person ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://islingtonunited.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/2025.01.12-26-Soup-Lunch-Sundays-600-x-400-px.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241208T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241208T113000 DTSTAMP:20260403T161315 CREATED:20241204T213345Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241204T213345Z UID:68268-1733653800-1733657400@islingtonunited.org SUMMARY:Communion DESCRIPTION:All are welcome at the table this Sunday. Join us in worship for communion. \nShare:\n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window)\n Email\n \n Print (Opens in new window)\n Print\n Like this:Like Loading... URL:https://islingtonunited.org/event/communion/ CATEGORIES:All Events,Communion,In Person,Worship Service ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://islingtonunited.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/communion.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250119T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250119T113000 DTSTAMP:20260403T161315 CREATED:20241123T195656Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241204T210644Z UID:67025-1737282600-1737286200@islingtonunited.org SUMMARY:Worship Service DESCRIPTION:Everyone is invited to join us at 10:30 am\, in person or online\, for the Communion Sunday worship service. \nOfferings for children: This Sunday\, children age 1-3 are invited to join us for Toddler Ministry. Children 4+ are invited for Godly Play. These spaces are located on the lower level. Families are also welcome to sit in the family-friendly area for worship if children are not comfortable leaving their parents should you like a more relaxed place to participate in worship. \nShare:\n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window)\n Email\n \n Print (Opens in new window)\n Print\n Like this:Like Loading... URL:https://islingtonunited.org/event/worship-service-communion-sunday/ LOCATION:Sanctuary CATEGORIES:All Events,Communion,In Person,Online,Worship Service ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://islingtonunited.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/January-19-2025.png ORGANIZER;CN="Rev. Maya Landell":MAILTO:ministry@islingtonunited.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250118T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250118T160000 DTSTAMP:20260403T161315 CREATED:20241205T185232Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250107T135045Z UID:68435-1737192600-1737216000@islingtonunited.org SUMMARY:Guided Prayer Companion Training DESCRIPTION:Would you like to learn more about listening to others as you both listen to God? \nCould God be nudging you to serve as a Companion for our upcoming Week of Guided Prayer? \nIf you’ve experienced a time of Guided Prayer at Islington United Church or elsewhere\, becoming a Companion may be on your 2025 list of new experiences. Or perhaps you’ve served as a Companion and want to refresh those skills. In either case\, this event is for you.  \nOn Saturday\, January 18 from 9:30 am to 4:00 pm Guided Prayer leaders will provide a day of training to share the expectations and skills involved in being compassionate\, confidential Companions for fellow participants during a Week of Guided Prayer experience. Materials for the Companion Training will be provided ahead of time for you to review\, and hard copies will available at the training. \nBeverages will be provided and we ask that you bring a bagged lunch. Question? Contact Dale at dkucharczyk@rogers.com. \nThe cost of the training is $20 and registration is required.  \nPlease enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.CONTACT INFORMATIONName *FirstLastPronouns *Address *Address Line 1Address Line 2CityState / Province / RegionPostal CodeAfghanistanAlbaniaAlgeriaAmerican SamoaAndorraAngolaAnguillaAntarcticaAntigua and BarbudaArgentinaArmeniaArubaAustraliaAustriaAzerbaijanBahamasBahrainBangladeshBarbadosBelarusBelgiumBelizeBeninBermudaBhutanBolivia (Plurinational State of)Bonaire\, Saint Eustatius and SabaBosnia and HerzegovinaBotswanaBouvet IslandBrazilBritish Indian Ocean TerritoryBrunei DarussalamBulgariaBurkina FasoBurundiCabo VerdeCambodiaCameroonCanadaCayman IslandsCentral African RepublicChadChileChinaChristmas IslandCocos (Keeling) IslandsColombiaComorosCongoCongo (Democratic Republic of the)Cook IslandsCosta RicaCroatiaCubaCuraçaoCyprusCzech RepublicCôte d'IvoireDenmarkDjiboutiDominicaDominican RepublicEcuadorEgyptEl SalvadorEquatorial GuineaEritreaEstoniaEswatini (Kingdom of)EthiopiaFalkland Islands (Malvinas)Faroe IslandsFijiFinlandFranceFrench GuianaFrench PolynesiaFrench Southern TerritoriesGabonGambiaGeorgiaGermanyGhanaGibraltarGreeceGreenlandGrenadaGuadeloupeGuamGuatemalaGuernseyGuineaGuinea-BissauGuyanaHaitiHeard Island and McDonald IslandsHondurasHong KongHungaryIcelandIndiaIndonesiaIran (Islamic Republic of)IraqIreland (Republic of)Isle of ManIsraelItalyJamaicaJapanJerseyJordanKazakhstanKenyaKiribatiKorea (Democratic People's Republic of)Korea (Republic of)KosovoKuwaitKyrgyzstanLao People's Democratic RepublicLatviaLebanonLesothoLiberiaLibyaLiechtensteinLithuaniaLuxembourgMacaoMadagascarMalawiMalaysiaMaldivesMaliMaltaMarshall IslandsMartiniqueMauritaniaMauritiusMayotteMexicoMicronesia (Federated States of)Moldova (Republic of)MonacoMongoliaMontenegroMontserratMoroccoMozambiqueMyanmarNamibiaNauruNepalNetherlandsNew CaledoniaNew ZealandNicaraguaNigerNigeriaNiueNorfolk IslandNorth Macedonia (Republic of)Northern Mariana IslandsNorwayOmanPakistanPalauPalestine (State of)PanamaPapua New GuineaParaguayPeruPhilippinesPitcairnPolandPortugalPuerto RicoQatarRomaniaRussian FederationRwandaRéunionSaint BarthélemySaint Helena\, Ascension and Tristan da CunhaSaint Kitts and NevisSaint LuciaSaint Martin (French part)Saint Pierre and MiquelonSaint Vincent and the GrenadinesSamoaSan MarinoSao Tome and PrincipeSaudi ArabiaSenegalSerbiaSeychellesSierra LeoneSingaporeSint Maarten (Dutch part)SlovakiaSloveniaSolomon IslandsSomaliaSouth AfricaSouth Georgia and the South Sandwich IslandsSouth SudanSpainSri LankaSudanSurinameSvalbard and Jan MayenSwedenSwitzerlandSyrian Arab RepublicTaiwan\, Republic of ChinaTajikistanTanzania (United Republic of)ThailandTimor-LesteTogoTokelauTongaTrinidad and TobagoTunisiaTurkmenistanTurks and Caicos IslandsTuvaluTürkiyeUgandaUkraineUnited Arab EmiratesUnited Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern IrelandUnited States Minor Outlying IslandsUnited States of AmericaUruguayUzbekistanVanuatuVatican City StateVenezuela (Bolivarian Republic of)VietnamVirgin Islands (British)Virgin Islands (U.S.)Wallis and FutunaWestern SaharaYemenZambiaZimbabweÅland IslandsCountryEmail *Phone Number *PERSONAL INFORMATIONHome Congregation *Please list your current home congregationHow many times have you attended Week of Guided Prayer? *In what way are you connected to Week of Guided Prayer? *As an AttendeeAs a CompanionIs there anything you'd like us to know about your previous experience with Week of Guided Prayer?Is there any additional information we should know ahead of time? PAYMENT INFORMATION Purchase OptionsOne ticket to attend - $25.00Donation for someone else to attend - $25.00Request Bursary - $0.00 \n experience we Email\n \n \n Total$0.00Method of PaymentE-transfer to give@islingtonunited.orgCheque to Islington United ChurchCredit cardIn person (cash\, credit\, debit)E-TransferAfter submitting this form\, please complete the e-transfer through your bank to give@islingtonunited.org. Please indicate "Companion Training" in the memo field.ChequeCheques can be brought to in person worship services\, dropped off at the church\, or mailed to Islington United Church\, 25 Burnhamthorpe Road\, Toronto M9A 1G9. Please indicate "Connecting to YOU" in the memo field.In personIn person payments can be received at the church office. BursaryYou have indicated you would like to inquire about a bursary. Someone will be in touch with you with more information.Credit Card InformationCardName on CardSubmit \nShare:\n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window)\n Email\n \n Print (Opens in new window)\n Print\n Like this:Like Loading... URL:https://islingtonunited.org/event/guided-prayer-companion-training/ LOCATION:Islington United Church CATEGORIES:All Events,In Person,Prayer,Week of Guided Prayer ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://islingtonunited.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/January-18-2025-Companion-Training.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250111T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250111T103000 DTSTAMP:20260403T161315 CREATED:20241213T154819Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250118T185927Z UID:68716-1736587800-1736591400@islingtonunited.org SUMMARY:Play & Sing! Winter Session DESCRIPTION:Join us on Saturdays for Play & Sing! a new program that offers space for children and their care-givers to connect in community through play\, stories\, and music. Kids will have time to play freely in the space while parents enjoy tea or coffee before gathering for music time. During music time we will sing and use instruments to help develop basic musical skills and explore the world around us! Learn more >  \nWinter Session Dates: January 11\, 18\, 25. February 1\, 8\, 22. March 1\, 8\, 22\, 29.  \n  \nShare:\n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window)\n Email\n \n Print (Opens in new window)\n Print\n Like this:Like Loading... URL:https://islingtonunited.org/event/play-sing/ CATEGORIES:All Events,Children,Family,In Person,Music ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://islingtonunited.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Rummage-Sale-2023-8.5-x-11-6.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250116T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250116T210000 DTSTAMP:20260403T161315 CREATED:20250114T143926Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250114T143928Z UID:69311-1737055800-1737061200@islingtonunited.org SUMMARY:Youth Group DESCRIPTION:On Thursday nights\, youth in grades 6 to 12 are welcome to attend Youth Group from 7:30 to 9:00 pm at Islington United Church. We typically gather in the youth room on the lower level for games\, snacks\, discussions\, and time with friends. \nThis week\, we will be playing minute-to-win games and discussing forgiveness. We will meet in the youth room as normal. \nNewcomers to youth group are always welcome! Enter through the chapel doors and down the stairs. \nShare:\n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window)\n Email\n \n Print (Opens in new window)\n Print\n Like this:Like Loading... URL:https://islingtonunited.org/event/youth-group-6/ LOCATION:Youth Room CATEGORIES:All Events,In Person,Programs,Youth ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://islingtonunited.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/minute-to-win-it-youth-group.png ORGANIZER;CN="Brianna Coutlee":MAILTO:families@islingtonunited.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250109T171500 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250109T184500 DTSTAMP:20260403T161315 CREATED:20241217T161051Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250505T190042Z UID:68948-1736442900-1736448300@islingtonunited.org SUMMARY:Children's Chorus and Family Dinner DESCRIPTION:Children ages 6+ are welcome to join us for children’s chorus. Rehearsal take place on Thursday evening with dinner for the whole family starting at 5:15pm and rehearsal from 5:45-6:45pm. Newcomers are welcome! \nShare:\n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window)\n Email\n \n Print (Opens in new window)\n Print\n Like this:Like Loading... URL:https://islingtonunited.org/event/childrens-chorus-2/ LOCATION:Islington United Church CATEGORIES:Children,Choir,Chorus,Family,In Person,Music,Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://islingtonunited.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/childrens-chorus.png ORGANIZER;CN="Jason Locke":MAILTO:jason@islingtonunited.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241218T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241218T210000 DTSTAMP:20260403T161315 CREATED:20241205T183427Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241216T214854Z UID:68429-1734550200-1734555600@islingtonunited.org SUMMARY:Evening YouGroup DESCRIPTION:YouGroup is a women’s spirituality group for study and support that meets once monthly from 7:30 to 9:00 pm. \nThere are two Evening YouGroup sections — one that meets the third Tuesday of each month\, and a second that meets the third Wednesday of each month. Both groups cover the same study material. From September 2024 to June 2025 the study material for the Evening YouGroup is The Sacred Art of Forgiveness by Marcia Ford. \nThis is a registered program. Please contact the program leader\, Pattie Aitchison\, for more information. \n\nShare:\n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window)\n Email\n \n Print (Opens in new window)\n Print\n Like this:Like Loading... URL:https://islingtonunited.org/event/evening-yougroup-2/ CATEGORIES:Bible Study,In Person,Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://islingtonunited.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/you-group-2.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250106T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250106T170000 DTSTAMP:20260403T161315 CREATED:20241222T214652Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250106T201538Z UID:69094-1736179200-1736182800@islingtonunited.org SUMMARY:Meditation Online DESCRIPTION:We offer online meditation facilitated and guided by James Aitchison on Zoom. Everyone is welcome and no experience is required. \nMonday afternoons at 4:00 pm on Zoom. \nMeditation offers an opportunity to reduce stress\, grow in self-knowledge\, and come closer to God. We offer online meditation weekly on Zoom where all are welcome and no experience is required. Our focus is on breath-centred meditation\, inviting our bodies to relax while remaining alert. We also incorporate body scanning and usually finish with gratitude meditation. \nFor Zoom link contact: James Aitchison – james@islingtonunited.org \nIn person meditation takes place on Wednesdays at 7 pm in the Chapel. \nShare:\n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window)\n Email\n \n Print (Opens in new window)\n Print\n Like this:Like Loading... URL:https://islingtonunited.org/event/meditation-online-2/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Meditation,Online,Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://islingtonunited.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/meditation.png ORGANIZER;CN="James Aitchison":MAILTO:james@islingtonunited.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250112T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250112T123000 DTSTAMP:20260403T161315 CREATED:20241123T202357Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241123T202357Z UID:67053-1736681400-1736685000@islingtonunited.org SUMMARY:Soup Lunch DESCRIPTION:Join us after worship for Soup Lunch and Community Connection. \nShare:\n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window)\n Email\n \n Print (Opens in new window)\n Print\n Like this:Like Loading... URL:https://islingtonunited.org/event/soup-lunch/ LOCATION:Islington United Church CATEGORIES:All Events,In Person ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://islingtonunited.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/2025.01.12-26-Soup-Lunch-Sundays-600-x-400-px.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250112T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250112T113000 DTSTAMP:20260403T161315 CREATED:20241123T195543Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250106T182749Z UID:67026-1736677800-1736681400@islingtonunited.org SUMMARY:Worship Service: Baptism of Jesus DESCRIPTION:The child Jesus grew to be a man whose life was a yes to God.  At his baptism were heard the words we all need to hear: “this is my beloved child\, with whom I am well pleased.” Today we remember this and renew our yes to God\, to ourselves and to one another. \nAll are invited to join us at 10:30 am\, in person or online\, for the Baptism of Jesus worship service. \nChildren ages one to three are invited to join Toddler Ministry\, while those ages four and up are welcome to participate in Godly Play children’s worship. Children’s spaces are located on the lower level; a member of the greeting team can direct you there. Families are also welcome to sit in the family-friendly area of the Sanctuary during worship; this area offers room to move and engagement in quiet activities. \nFollowing the service\, all are welcome to gather in Stewart East Hall for Coffee Hour. \nIf you are new to the space\, be assured that you are welcome here and we are glad you have chosen to join us. If you have any questions\, feel free to stop by the church office to ask\, or simply turn to a neighbour for assistance. We are known to be a friendly and welcoming congregation\, and we’d be happy to help. \nWatch online \nShare:\n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window)\n Email\n \n Print (Opens in new window)\n Print\n Like this:Like Loading... URL:https://islingtonunited.org/event/worship-service-baptism-of-jesus/ LOCATION:Sanctuary CATEGORIES:All Events,In Person,Online,Worship Service ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://islingtonunited.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/January-12-2025.png ORGANIZER;CN="Rev. Maya Landell":MAILTO:ministry@islingtonunited.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250111T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250111T103000 DTSTAMP:20260403T161315 CREATED:20241213T154819Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250118T185927Z UID:68716-1736587800-1736591400@islingtonunited.org SUMMARY:Play & Sing! Winter Session DESCRIPTION:Join us on Saturdays for Play & Sing! a new program that offers space for children and their care-givers to connect in community through play\, stories\, and music. Kids will have time to play freely in the space while parents enjoy tea or coffee before gathering for music time. During music time we will sing and use instruments to help develop basic musical skills and explore the world around us! Learn more >  \nWinter Session Dates: January 11\, 18\, 25. February 1\, 8\, 22. March 1\, 8\, 22\, 29.  \n  \nShare:\n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window)\n Email\n \n Print (Opens in new window)\n Print\n Like this:Like Loading... URL:https://islingtonunited.org/event/play-sing/ CATEGORIES:All Events,Children,Family,In Person,Music ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://islingtonunited.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Rummage-Sale-2023-8.5-x-11-6.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250109T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250109T210000 DTSTAMP:20260403T161315 CREATED:20241205T202921Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250106T184316Z UID:68470-1736451000-1736456400@islingtonunited.org SUMMARY:Youth Group: Gluten-free Baking DESCRIPTION:On Thursday nights\, youth in grades 6 to 12 are welcome to attend Youth Group from 7:30 to 9:00 pm at Islington United Church. We typically gather in the youth room on the lower level for games\, snacks\, discussions\, and time with friends. \nThis week\, we will be meeting in the Stewart East Hall kitchen to bake some delicious gluten-free cookies! These cookies will be sold in our bake sale on Sunday\, January 12. Proceeds from the sale will go toward covering costs for our upcoming youth retreat. \nNewcomers to youth group are always welcome! Come find us at 7:30 pm in the kitchen on the upper level (top of the stairs from the back door entrance). \nShare:\n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window)\n Email\n \n Print (Opens in new window)\n Print\n Like this:Like Loading... URL:https://islingtonunited.org/event/youth-group-baking/ LOCATION:Islington United Church CATEGORIES:All Events,In Person,Programs,Youth ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://islingtonunited.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/youth-group-baking.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250109T171500 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250109T184500 DTSTAMP:20260403T161315 CREATED:20241217T161051Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250505T190042Z UID:68948-1736442900-1736448300@islingtonunited.org SUMMARY:Children's Chorus and Family Dinner DESCRIPTION:Children ages 6+ are welcome to join us for children’s chorus. Rehearsal take place on Thursday evening with dinner for the whole family starting at 5:15pm and rehearsal from 5:45-6:45pm. Newcomers are welcome! \nShare:\n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window)\n Email\n \n Print (Opens in new window)\n Print\n Like this:Like Loading... URL:https://islingtonunited.org/event/childrens-chorus-2/ LOCATION:Islington United Church CATEGORIES:Children,Choir,Chorus,Family,In Person,Music,Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://islingtonunited.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/childrens-chorus.png ORGANIZER;CN="Jason Locke":MAILTO:jason@islingtonunited.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250108T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250108T200000 DTSTAMP:20260403T161315 CREATED:20241222T215649Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241222T215730Z UID:69096-1736362800-1736366400@islingtonunited.org SUMMARY:Meditation In Person DESCRIPTION:All are welcome to join us for in-person group meditation facilitated and guided by James Aitchison. Everyone is welcome and no experience is required. Chairs are provided. \nMeditation offers an opportunity to reduce stress\, grow in self-knowledge\, and come closer to God. During this weekly drop-in guided experience\, our focus is on breath-centred meditation\, inviting our bodies to relax while remaining alert. We also incorporate body scanning and usually finish with gratitude meditation. \nGatherings take place most Wednesday evenings at 7:00 pm in the Chapel. \nContact: James Aitchison – james@islingtonunited.org \nOnline meditation takes place on Mondays at 4 pm on Zoom. Email James Aitchison for the Zoom link. \nShare:\n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window)\n Email\n \n Print (Opens in new window)\n Print\n Like this:Like Loading... URL:https://islingtonunited.org/event/meditation-in-person-2/ LOCATION:Chapel CATEGORIES:In Person,Meditation ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://islingtonunited.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/Monday-Meditation.png ORGANIZER;CN="James Aitchison":MAILTO:james@islingtonunited.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250106T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250106T170000 DTSTAMP:20260403T161315 CREATED:20241222T214652Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250106T201538Z UID:69094-1736179200-1736182800@islingtonunited.org SUMMARY:Meditation Online DESCRIPTION:We offer online meditation facilitated and guided by James Aitchison on Zoom. Everyone is welcome and no experience is required. \nMonday afternoons at 4:00 pm on Zoom. \nMeditation offers an opportunity to reduce stress\, grow in self-knowledge\, and come closer to God. We offer online meditation weekly on Zoom where all are welcome and no experience is required. Our focus is on breath-centred meditation\, inviting our bodies to relax while remaining alert. We also incorporate body scanning and usually finish with gratitude meditation. \nFor Zoom link contact: James Aitchison – james@islingtonunited.org \nIn person meditation takes place on Wednesdays at 7 pm in the Chapel. \nShare:\n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window)\n Email\n \n Print (Opens in new window)\n Print\n Like this:Like Loading... URL:https://islingtonunited.org/event/meditation-online-2/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Meditation,Online,Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://islingtonunited.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/meditation.png ORGANIZER;CN="James Aitchison":MAILTO:james@islingtonunited.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250105T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250105T210000 DTSTAMP:20260403T161315 CREATED:20241123T200426Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241229T170459Z UID:67041-1736098200-1736110800@islingtonunited.org SUMMARY:Resonance Contemporary Worship DESCRIPTION:Join us on Sunday\, January 5\, 2025 for Resonance\, a community dinner followed by contemporary worship. \nHere we connect with God\, ourselves\, and one another through food\, music\, art and community in a relaxed and informal atmosphere. \n\nThis month\, we have a special treat for you! Our own\, Jake Wisemen\, Resonance drummer and songwriter will be debuting his 4 new songs at Resonance. We would love for you to come ready to sing so you are welcome to listen to the songs ahead of time here so that you can lift your voice and we can fill the space with praise together!\n\nListen to the songs here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLZjp0gMDYgLRmq9Q3Uqf5VQuVE3PI7vf2\nShare:\n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window)\n Email\n \n Print (Opens in new window)\n Print\n Like this:Like Loading... URL:https://islingtonunited.org/event/resonance-contemporary-worship/ LOCATION:Sanctuary CATEGORIES:All Events,In Person,Resonance,Worship Service,Young Adult ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://islingtonunited.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/Events-Calendar-Images-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250105T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250105T173000 DTSTAMP:20260403T161315 CREATED:20241217T142422Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241217T142422Z UID:68935-1736089200-1736098200@islingtonunited.org SUMMARY:Young Adults Social DESCRIPTION:Young adults 18-29 are welcome to join us at 3 pm in the youth room on January 5 to learn to paint with Bob Ross! Please RSVP by January 1 so we can ensure we have enough supplies. Donations towards the cost of supplies are welcome. \nShare:\n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window)\n Email\n \n Print (Opens in new window)\n Print\n Like this:Like Loading... URL:https://islingtonunited.org/event/young-adults-social/ CATEGORIES:All Events,In Person,Young Adult ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://islingtonunited.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/bob-ross-jan-5-event.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241225 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241227 DTSTAMP:20260403T161315 CREATED:20241123T194718Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241218T184659Z UID:67021-1735088400-1735174799@islingtonunited.org SUMMARY:Church Building Closed DESCRIPTION:Islington United Church will be closed from December 25 to 28 and from December 30 to January 4. \nShare:\n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window)\n Email\n \n Print (Opens in new window)\n Print\n Like this:Like Loading... URL:https://islingtonunited.org/event/church-building-closed-2/ CATEGORIES:All Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://islingtonunited.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/admin-ajax.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241225 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241227 DTSTAMP:20260403T161315 CREATED:20241123T194718Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241218T184659Z UID:67021-1735088400-1735174799@islingtonunited.org SUMMARY:Church Building Closed DESCRIPTION:Islington United Church will be closed from December 25 to 28 and from December 30 to January 4. \nShare:\n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window)\n Email\n \n Print (Opens in new window)\n Print\n Like this:Like Loading... URL:https://islingtonunited.org/event/church-building-closed-2/ CATEGORIES:All Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://islingtonunited.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/admin-ajax.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241225 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241227 DTSTAMP:20260403T161315 CREATED:20241123T194718Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241218T184659Z UID:67021-1735088400-1735174799@islingtonunited.org SUMMARY:Church Building Closed DESCRIPTION:Islington United Church will be closed from December 25 to 28 and from December 30 to January 4. \nShare:\n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window)\n Email\n \n Print (Opens in new window)\n Print\n Like this:Like Loading... URL:https://islingtonunited.org/event/church-building-closed-2/ CATEGORIES:All Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://islingtonunited.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/admin-ajax.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241225 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241227 DTSTAMP:20260403T161315 CREATED:20241123T194718Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241218T184659Z UID:67021-1735088400-1735174799@islingtonunited.org SUMMARY:Church Building Closed DESCRIPTION:Islington United Church will be closed from December 25 to 28 and from December 30 to January 4. \nShare:\n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window)\n Email\n \n Print (Opens in new window)\n Print\n Like this:Like Loading... URL:https://islingtonunited.org/event/church-building-closed-2/ CATEGORIES:All Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://islingtonunited.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/admin-ajax.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241225 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241227 DTSTAMP:20260403T161315 CREATED:20241123T194718Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241218T184659Z UID:67021-1735088400-1735174799@islingtonunited.org SUMMARY:Church Building Closed DESCRIPTION:Islington United Church will be closed from December 25 to 28 and from December 30 to January 4. \nShare:\n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window)\n Email\n \n Print (Opens in new window)\n Print\n Like this:Like Loading... URL:https://islingtonunited.org/event/church-building-closed-2/ CATEGORIES:All Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://islingtonunited.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/admin-ajax.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241225 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241227 DTSTAMP:20260403T161315 CREATED:20241123T194718Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241218T184659Z UID:67021-1735088400-1735174799@islingtonunited.org SUMMARY:Church Building Closed DESCRIPTION:Islington United Church will be closed from December 25 to 28 and from December 30 to January 4. \nShare:\n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window)\n Email\n \n Print (Opens in new window)\n Print\n Like this:Like Loading... URL:https://islingtonunited.org/event/church-building-closed-2/ CATEGORIES:All Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://islingtonunited.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/admin-ajax.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241225 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241227 DTSTAMP:20260403T161315 CREATED:20241123T194718Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241218T184659Z UID:67021-1735088400-1735174799@islingtonunited.org SUMMARY:Church Building Closed DESCRIPTION:Islington United Church will be closed from December 25 to 28 and from December 30 to January 4. \nShare:\n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window)\n Email\n \n Print (Opens in new window)\n Print\n Like this:Like Loading... URL:https://islingtonunited.org/event/church-building-closed-2/ CATEGORIES:All Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://islingtonunited.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/admin-ajax.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241225 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241227 DTSTAMP:20260403T161315 CREATED:20241123T194718Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241218T184659Z UID:67021-1735088400-1735174799@islingtonunited.org SUMMARY:Church Building Closed DESCRIPTION:Islington United Church will be closed from December 25 to 28 and from December 30 to January 4. \nShare:\n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window)\n Email\n \n Print (Opens in new window)\n Print\n Like this:Like Loading... URL:https://islingtonunited.org/event/church-building-closed-2/ CATEGORIES:All Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://islingtonunited.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/admin-ajax.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241225 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241227 DTSTAMP:20260403T161315 CREATED:20241123T194718Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241218T184659Z UID:67021-1735088400-1735174799@islingtonunited.org SUMMARY:Church Building Closed DESCRIPTION:Islington United Church will be closed from December 25 to 28 and from December 30 to January 4. \nShare:\n Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)\n Facebook\n \n Share on X (Opens in new window)\n X\n \n Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window)\n Email\n \n Print (Opens in new window)\n Print\n Like this:Like Loading... URL:https://islingtonunited.org/event/church-building-closed-2/ CATEGORIES:All Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://islingtonunited.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/admin-ajax.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR