Islington Listens

On Sunday, November 10, 2024, Islington United Church acknowledged Remembrance Day and honoured those we have lost. Hear these words from Rev. Maya Landell who reminds us that we are trying our best to walk in the way of Jesus in remembrance of him. This episode is part 7 of our series based on the book "Making Room" by Christine D. Pohl.

On Sunday, November 3, 2024, Islington United Church continued our series on making room. Hear these words from Rev. Angie Hocking on her work with the poor and marginalized in Toronto, and the difference between charity and hospitality.

On Sunday, October 27, 2024, Islington United Church continued our series on making room. This week's focus is on getting to know the strangers all around us that God has given us to serve and welcome. This episode is part 5 of our series based on the book "Making Room" by Christine D. Pohl.

On Sunday, October 20, 2024, Islington United Church continued our series on making room. This week's focus is on loving our neighbour, dignity, and the power of recognition.  This episode is part 4 of our series based on the book "Making Room" by Christine D. Pohl.

On Sunday, October 13, 2024, Islington United Church reflected on the season of Thanksgiving. Happy Thanksgiving!

On Sunday, October 6, 2024, Islington United Church recognized World Communion Day. Hear these words from Rev. Maya Landell about the table of hospitality.

On Sunday, September 29, 2024, Islington United Church recognized Truth and Reconciliation Day and were called to hospitality and making room for others.

On Sunday, September 22, 2024, Islington United Church shared 2 stories of our beginnings on this earth, the place we call home. Listen to this week's episode to hear the creation story from Rev. Maya Landell and the story of the beginnings of Etobicoke from Philip Cote as depicted in the mural he has blessed us with and that we are blessing today.

On Sunday, September 15, 2024, Islington United Church told the Godly Play baptism story including the baptism of one of our children of God. On this day, all are lights shine just a little bit brighter as we are reminded of our baptism.

On Sunday, September 8, 2024, Islington United Church returned to the Sanctuary to worship and considered the theme "Lost & Found" (Luke 15:11-32). 

On Sunday, September 1, 2024, Islington United Church continued its summer series on finding God in the ordinary.

On Sunday, August 25, Islington United Church continued its summer series on finding God in the ordinary.

On Sunday, August 18, Islington United Church continued its summer series on finding God in the ordinary. This week, we listen to Rev. Roger Landell on what it means to be a good neighbour. 

On Sunday, August 11, Islington United Church continued its summer series on finding God in the ordinary.

On Sunday, August 4, Islington United Church continued its summer series on finding God in the ordinary. This week, listen to the wisdom from Adele Halliday on the gift of rest.

On Sunday, July 28, Islington United Church continued its summer series on finding God in the ordinary through biblical and modern-day parables. This week, listen to the wisdom from these parables of the good shepherd.

On Sunday, July 21, Islington United Church continued its summer series on finding God in the ordinary through biblical and modern-day parables. This week,  listen to the wisdom from these parables of the mustard seed.

On Sunday, July 14, Islington United Church continued it's summer series on finding God in the ordinary through biblical and modern-day parables. This week,  listen to the wisdom from these parables of the sower.

On Sunday June 30, Islington United Church began it's summer series on finding God in the ordinary through biblical and modern-day parables. This week,  listen to the wisdom from these parables of the coffee cup and the great pearl.

On Sunday June 30, Islington United Church began it's summer series on finding God in the ordinary through biblical and modern-day parables.

On Sunday June 23, Islington United Church celebrated Noisy Sunday, honoured our children's ministry, and celebrated 7 baptisms!

On Sunday June 16, Islington United Church observed Indigenous Peoples Sunday. Friday June 21 is National Indigenous Day of Prayer.

Music Sunday led by Minister of Music Jason Locke.

Affirm Sunday with Guest Preacher and Voluntary Associate Minister Rev. Ruth Noble. Rev. Ruth Noble has been in The United Church of Canada since birth. She followed in her father’s footsteps and became a minister 26 years ago. She worked at Head Office of The United Church of Canada, telling the stories of Mission & Service in print, video, photo, and social media. Ruth is retiring early fro...

Day 6: Week of Guided Prayer (Saturday, June 1, 2024)