Photo by Dave Klassen
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 May 6th - June 28th
Sunday May 3, 2025 @ 9:45
Gratitude and Generosity
Worship Leader: Glenda Ribey Rozomiak
Preacher: Lori Guenther Reesor
Children’s Faith Formation: Pre-K - K; Gr 1 - 5; Jr Youth; Youth
Adult Faith Formation: Conversation hosted by Lori Guenther Reesor on “Generous Giving”
Sunday May 10, 2025 @ 9:45
Being an Intercultural Church
Worship Leader: Kim Penner
Preacher: Pablo Kim Sun
Children’s Faith Formation: Pre-K - K; Gr 1 - 5; Jr Youth; Youth
Adult Faith Formation: Continuing the conversation on being intercultural, with Pablo.
Sunday May 17, 2025 @ 9:45 (long weekend)
Storytelling at Stirling
Worship Leader: Glenda Ribey Rozomiak
Various Reflections
Children’s Faith Formation: No classes.
Adult Faith Formation: No classes
Sunday May 24, 2025 @ 9:45
Pentecost
Worship Leader: Dan Balzerson
Preacher: Jeremy Bergen
Children’s Faith Formation: Pre-K - K; Gr 1 - 5; Jr Youth; Youth
Adult Faith Formation: With Megan Brenneman
Sunday May 31, 2025 @ 9:45
Blessing Sunday
Worship Leader: Kim Penner & Megan Brennemen
Children & Adult Faith Formation classes will resume in September
Sunday June 7, 2025 @ 9:45
Pride Sunday
Worship Leader: Kim Penner & Glenda Ribey Rozomiak
Preacher: TBD
Children & Adult Faith Formation classes will resume in September
Sunday June 14, 2025 @ 9:45
New Member Sunday
Worship Leader: Kim Penner & Glenda Ribey Rozomiak
Children & Adult Faith Formation classes will resume in September
Sunday June 21, 2025 @ 9:45
Finding God in the Beauty of Creation
Worship Leader: Kim Penner
Preacher: Benjamin Weber
Children & Adult Faith Formation classes will resume in September
Sunday June 28, 2025 @ 9:45
Worship Leader: Phil Klassen-Rempel
Preacher: Glenda Ribey
Children & Adult Faith Formation classes will resume in September
Note: Stirling Avenue hosting First Mennonite and Pioneer Park