Runnymede United Church
A church for everyone in Toronto’s Bloor West Village & Swansea Neighbourhood
Welcoming
& Affirming
Runnymede United Church is an Affirming Congregation, recognized by Affirm United for the process of reflection and education that we undertook as a congregation and our overwhelmingly positive vote to live into this identity. We are committed to radical welcome and inclusion of all people without judgement or prejudice, to make this a place where all of God’s people belong. Our two-campus church is a safe space for 2SLGBTQ+ people.
Sunday Morning
Join us for worship services conducted in our beautiful church sanctuary every Sunday at 10:30 am for music, choir, readings, reflection and community.
Sunday School is not only great fun, it’s a safe space for your child to learn about Jesus, along with age-appropriate lessons on social justice issues. Suitable for children from pre-school to grade 5, Sunday School happens every Sunday at 10:30 am.
Join us for after worship on Sunday mornings for conversation and community over coffee (or lemonade) in Memorial Hall right beneath the sanctuary. We look forward to meeting you there!
What’s Happening in our Community
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Our annual MacGregors Meat Fundraiser is underway!
A great selection of high quality steaks, burgers, meat, pork chops, chicken and seafood is available, and every order raises funds for Runnymede! Orders must be submitted by Sunday April 28 for delivery on Saturday May 4.
See the link below for information and order forms.
Come enjoy delicious food and company at our Community Meal - it’s free for everyone!
Come enjoy delicious food and company at our Community Meal - it’s free for everyone!
News, Updates & Happenings
This week, Wendy Cranston, a member of our congregation and instructor at Emmanuel College, brought her class on a field trip to Runnymede United to learn about church amalgamations.
The students met with Robin Pilkey (chair of Runnymede United’s board), David Allen (the chair of Windermere United’s board at the time of amalgamation), Rev. Ted Grady and Laura Gallagher-Doucette.
It was great to connect with Emmanuel College in this way and share our experience of amalgamation!
This month, our “Seeking the Spirit” service fell on Ash Wednesday, the first day of Lent.
The Food Hospitality Committee organizes food insecurity and community engagement programs around food. To get involved, please contact the office.
Despite the hail last Wednesday night, we gathered for worship in our Windermere sanctuary!
Join our evening service at Windermere Campus, as we explore a new way of gathering. Music will be led by Elliott Gallagher-Doucette & communion will be served at the first session.
Look back at our Holy Block Party! when we celebrated the expansion of our church community in Toronto’s west-end.
Discover Friends, Family & Purpose
Here are some ways to get connected at Runnymede United Church.
Still not sure where to begin?
If you’re new here, hello! We would love to get to know you better.
Upcoming Activities
Visit Us - Online or In Person!
Want to learn more about our community? Please join us for a Sunday morning service at 10:30 am. We are meeting online and in-person. You can see our services online here. Check out one of our upcoming events or church activities. Meet our team. Or by all means, please contact us to learn more.