We hold weekly Sunday morning services in our church sanctuary. Rooted in the Anabaptist Mennonite faith tradition, our services seek to explore the revelation of Biblical scripture and its implications in our lives, community, and world. Services are typically filled with scripture, prayer, singing, children's time, and a sermon that draws from a particular theme or scripture text.

There is a nursery located on the balcony for parents with young children; yet, we welcome the 'noises' from a multi-generational worship service.

We strive for a multi-voiced approach to worshipping together, so we have many active worship participants, including planning groups, lay speakers, worship leaders, ushers/greeters, sound system operators, song leaders, and musicians.

r. Joash P. Thomas is an author, speaker, and global advocate for liberation. Drawing from his St. Thomas Christian roots and a decolonized, Jesus-centered & justice-oriented understanding of Scripture, Fr. Joash helps us reimagine a faith that unites rather than divides—and that stands firmly with neighbors on the margins. Through speaking engagements, teaching, and advocacy, he calls Christians to a more contemplative yet courageous activism, motivated by the grace-filled, non-violent way of Jesus. Born and raised in India, Fr. Joash served as a U.S. political consultant and lobbyist before pivoting to global human rights advocacy. Now based in the Toronto area, he holds a master’s degree in Political Management from The George Washington University and holds two master’s degrees from Dallas Theological Seminary in Christian Leadership and Theology. An ordained Priest in the Diocese of St. Anthony, Fr. Joash is also the author of the widely-read book, The Justice of Jesus (published by Brazos Press / Baker Publishing). Fr. Joash serves on the leadership team at St. Stephen’s University (Canada) as Director of Fundraising & Advancement and Instructor in Public Theology, Peace & Justice.

Upcoming Worship and Faith Formation July 5th - Sept.16th

Worship and Music Ministry chose the 2022 Leader Worship Material titled, “Come to the Water” for our summer series this year. It is material that we haven’t used, and it feels like a meaningful theme that connects us to God in nature at a time of year when many of us feel like that is where we experience God most fully. Each Sunday we will hear a “water story” from someone/a family in the congregation as they respond to the prompts: Tell us about a particular body of water that is significant to you. What is meaningful about this body of water? You could tell a story about it if you wish. How has this body of water fed your soul?

Please note: The summer also provides us with the opportunity to connect with some of our neighbouring congregations as well as the opportunity to worship outdoors. There are a few Sundays where we will be worshipping at a different location/Mennonite Church. For this reason, the start time might also be different. Please be sure to double check the location and start time of each week noted below. Sunday, August 9 is the only Sunday where Zoom/livestream will not be available since renovations to the soundbooth/tech equipment will be underway that week. We will worship outdoors that day. Blessings to you this summer whether you are near or far from our Stirling family!

Sunday July 5, 2026 @ 9:45

Theme: “Come to the Water: River”

Worship Leader: Christina Entz Moss

Preacher: Kim Penner

Water story by: Pat and Steve Manske (pre-recorded)

Children & Adult Faith Formation classes will resume in September

Sunday July 12, 2026 @ 9:45

Worship at Erb Street Mennonite Church (131 Erb St. W, Waterloo) planned jointly around the Vacation Bible Camp theme: “Connection.” Join us as we celebrate what the kids and VBC volunteers have learned about the joy that comes with connecting with Jesus, family, and friends in meaningful ways! Hear sharing about the week, see the camp decorations, and sing some of the songs we learned!

NO SERVICE at our Stirling Avenue location. Livestream will be available.

Sunday July 19, 2026 @ 9:45

Theme: “Come to the Water: Danger”

Worship Leader: Phil Klassen Rempel

Preacher: Glenda Ribey Rozomiak

Water Story by: Julie Armes

Children & Adult Faith Formation classes will resume in September

Sunday July 26, 2026 @ 9:45

Theme: “Come to the Water: Searching”

Worship Leader: Glenda Ribey Rozomiak

Preacher: Christina Entz Moss

Water Story by: Dorothy Bowman

Sunday August 2, 2026 @ 10:00 am

Worship at First Mennonite Church (800 King St. E., Kitchener)

NO SERVICE at our Stirling. Livestream linked here.

Sunday August 9, 2026 @ 10:00 am

Worship Outdoors at Stirling in the cemetery. Please bring a lawn chair or blanket if you would prefer not to sit on the grass. Natasha Chandler will lead us in worship as we give thanks for and learn about God through some water related stations/activities.

Sunday August 16, 2026 @ 9:45

Theme: “Come to the Water: Come to the Living Water”

Worship Leader: TBD

Preacher: Kim Penner

Water Story by: Sandy and Dan Ulrich

Sunday August 23, 2026 @ 9:45

Theme: “Come to the Water: Storms”

Worship Leader: Kim Penner

Preacher: Andrew Alkema

Water Story by: Brenda Davis

Sunday August 30, 2026 @ 9:45

Theme: “Come to the Water: Crossing”

Worship Leader: Kevin and Clara Martin

Preacher: Kim Penner

Water Story by: Will Winterfeld

Sunday September 6, 2026 @ 10 am

Worship at Pioneer Park Mennonite Church (68 Biehn Dr., Kitchener)

NO SERVICE at our Stirling. Livestream linked here. Meeting ID: 921 2928 5126 Password: 289180