coming events
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FALL STUDY: WRITINGS OF THE NEW TESTAMENT
Did you know that besides the gospels and the letters of Paul, there are a number of other writings in the New Testament? Some are letters and some are writings of wisdom, warning and counsel. All have to do with how to live as persons and within communities in precarious, threatening and uncertain times.
Join us for an 8-week study and discussion series on the writings of the New Testament: specifically: James, Peter, John and Jude, beginning Wednesday, September 24, 7:30pm. This will be a hybrid gathering (in-person and online). Notes to guide your reading and reflection will be provided ahead of each session.
YOUTH GROUP | Friday, November 21, 7-9pm
All youth in grades 7-12 are invited to join Kim and Rev. Rebecca for our next gathering! In addition to games, snacks and a new prayer practice, we will spend some time building our backdrop and preparing props for our upcoming Christmas Pageant. Youth in High School are able to collect Community Service Hours for their participation. Friends are always welcome!
Speak to Kim, Rev. Rebecca or email education@armourheights.org for more details.
BOOK CLUB "Health for All" by Jane Philpott | Tuesday, November 25, 7:30pm
Jane Philpott has spent her life learning what makes people sick and what keeps people well. She has witnessed miracles in modern medicine. She has also watched children die of starvation in a world that has plenty of food. With Health for All, she sounds a clarion call for a radical disruption in a health care system that is broken—but not beyond repair. The vision is rooted in a deep-seated commitment to health equity.
Decades ago, a few visionary Canadian leaders put laws in place to ensure health care insurance for all. But the structures to deliver that care were never fully developed as envisioned. As a result, our health systems are not comprehensive or well-coordinated. In the wake of a pandemic, we risk it all falling apart. More than six million people have no family doctor, nor any other access to primary care. Emergency rooms are routinely closed. Exhausted health workers wonder if it will ever get better. Some say we should hand health care over to the private sector. But to abandon our commitment to publicly funded health care now would only lead to more expensive and less equitable care. Philpott outlines a different solution—an ambitious, once-in-a-generation reset of health systems with universal access to primary care teams.
What sets this book apart is that it’s more than a prescription for better medical care. Philpott looks at the big picture of health for all. This includes an intimate look at the personal roots of well-being: hope, belonging, meaning, and purpose. Then, through real-life stories, she examines the impact of the social determinants of health. Finally, she explains that none of this will happen without the political will to do the hard work of rebuilding a healthy society. The remedy we await is serious leadership to implement what we already know and to put the well-being of Canadians at the top of the agenda.
Whether you will have read the book or not, join us for the discussion Tuesday, November 25 at 7:30pm online via zoom. If you need assistance getting a copy of the book, speak to Erin Stone.
YOGA WITH ERIN - Wednesday, November 26 | 5:30pm
Join Erin on Wednesday, November 26, at 7:30pm as she guides us through gentle movement and meditation to find a quiet centre.
Please bring a mat if you have one. Otherwise, we will have a few extras on hand as needed. Comfortable clothing that you can layer for movement, stretching, and meditation is encouraged.
If you have any questions, please contact Erin: estone@armourheights.org
HOW CAN PRAYER CHANGE YOUR LIFE? - Wednesday, November 26 | 7:30pm
Have you ever felt deeply connected to God through your praying?
Have you ever felt heard in your praying?
Or have you ever felt disappointed in your praying, and that maybe your praying was just empty words in the air and feelings expressed going nowhere?
How is it possible for praying to actually change your life, not just someone else’s?
Are you missing something vital you may possibly discover or re-discover in a new way?
Join us for a session of conversation, sharing and exploration as we uncover some key insights and guidelines on prayer gleaned from scripture.
GREAT ARMOUR HEIGHTS BAKING CLUB - Saturday, November 29 | 1pm
Kick off the season of Advent with something sweet, and join us Saturday, November 29, at 1:00pm as we gather for a fun-filled afternoon of Christmas baking! No experience required, and all materials will be provided.
TURKEY DINNER FOR RESIDENTS OF EHM - Thursday, December 4, 4:30-7:30pm
For many years, Armour Heights has provided a special turkey dinner for the residents of Evangel Hall. We plan to offer this delicious meal and meaningful time of gathering and sharing once again this Christmas season.
We need volunteers to help with buying or preparing food, baking goodies, and serving the meal at Evangel Hall. Food can be dropped off to the church by 2:00pm on December 4, or earlier, if they are baked goods that can be frozen or refrigerated. Volunteers who will serve the meal should arrive at EHM between 4:30pm and 5:00pm. Dinner will be served to the residents at 6pm.
If you are interested in helping out in any way, please sign up on the list posted in Scott Duncan Hall, or speak to/contact Rev. Rebecca.
CHRISTMAS ANGELS - Seeking donation for North York Women's Shelter
"Calling all Angels!" It is a tradition at Armour Heights to share a little Christmas joy with those less fortunate. If you are interested in participating in our Christmas Angels program, this year's Christmas Angels program will once again support the North York Women's Shelter. North York Women's Shelter helps women, non-binary, and trans folks in times of crisis and aids them in fleeing violent situations. 60% of the shelter's residents are children.
With your help, we hope to contribute to the shelter this Christmas in three ways: 1) by providing gift cards so clients at the shelter can buy gifts for their loved ones, 2) financial support for education and counselling programs, and 3) stuffies to enjoy on Christmas morning.
Popular gift cards include: Amazon, Old Navy, Walmart, Dollarama, and "The PC Gift of Choice Card" from Loblaws. Cash and cheque donations can be made through your offering envelope, or you can make donations online via etransfer to etransfer@armourheights.org, or through CanadaHelps.org and selecting "Christmas Angels" in the Fund drop-down list. Please be sure to include the memo "Christmas Angels."
We also encourage folks to consider donating new, unwrapped stuffies. These can be dropped off on Sunday mornings or dropped off at the office.
Please be an angel and contribute before December 8. If you have any further questions, please speak to Susan Murray, Sharon Fischer, Nancy Taylor, or Erin Stone at estone@armourheights.org.
A CHRISTMAS CONCERT - Friday, December 12, 2025 | 7:30pm In person and Livestreamed
Join us Friday, Deember 12 at 7:30pm in person or online for a festive concert featruing Music Director, Bruce Nasmith and the Armour Heights Church Choir! Admission is by donation, and the reception following the concert is sponsored by Don Mills Retirement Residence. Come and enjoy some Christmas cheer and the best music of the season!
SOLACE SERVICE & SERVICE FOR ANOINTING FOR HEALING - Thursday, December 18 | 7:30pm
Join us for an evenin gof special music, prayer and poken words in search of light in the darkness. Solace service 7:30pm, service of anointing for healing, 8:15pm.
ongoing programs and projects
Exercise & Falls Prevention Online!
We are pleased to inform you that Circle of Care is now offering their exercise classes online through ZOOM! Circle of Care provides free exercise and falls prevention classes to older adults living in the community. The Falls Prevention program is led by an Occupational Therapist, and the Group Exercise Classes are led by trained fitness professionals. Classes are designed to help participants increase mobility, relieve pain and reduce the risk of falls by building strength and improving balance. Classes are funded by the Central Local Health Integration Network (CLIN), and are offered to eligible participants free of charge.
The classes have received RAVE reviews from our Armour Heights Community and run daily at 10:30AM, Monday to Friday! Each class offers a variety of options to challenge participants of all fitness levels. To view the full schedule and register for classes, click the button below.
If you have any other questions, please contact Erin Stone for details.
Milk Bags Into Mats & Egg Cartons for the Food Bank!
We have just received an update from Gillian MacCausland that in 2023 we have collected 592! Each mat for an adult takes 500-700 bags. CLICK HERE or the button below to learn more about the program. If any youth or other participants might be interested in getting involved by sorting or counting bags, let us know!
We also collected 459 egg cartons in 2023! Visits to the food bank that we are sending the egg cartons to have gone from 4,000 families each month at the first part of the year, to 7,500 this summer. We also continue to collect bread tags. Thank you for keeping the food bank in good supply! Keep it up!
If you are also able to supply diapers, baby formula, feminine hygiene products, general personal care items (soaps, toothpastes, shampoos etc.) or any items that can take a chunk out of a limited budget, they would be gratefully received as the cost for these items continues to rise. If you have any questions, speak to Erin or Gillian.
Many thanks again to Gillian MacCausland for piloting this project that serves our community and our planet!