Welcome! Scroll through the notes below to see what’s happening this season in the way of fellowship and faith formation, and to learn about ways to be more involved in the mission & ministry of the church.
See UPCOMING SERVICES for regular Sunday services and special worship celebrations; see the PRAYER LIFE page for special prayers for world events and church seasons.
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(a joyful 2-pager of parish updates, shout-outs & event notices)
Pilgrim (Exploring the Creeds) – starting Tuesday, January 20, 2026 for 6 nights
(January 20, 27; February 3, 10 & 24; March 3)
Pilgrim is a Church of England foundational course that guides people step-by-step into a deeper Christian faith through Scripture, prayer, and conversation. It’s suitable for anyone new to the Christian faith and for those who are seeking a more grounded level of discipleship.
In this course we will be looking at the creeds and examining what it is that Christians confess to believe each and every week. We’ll be exploring the duel nature of Christ, the Trinity, Resurrection and more with small group conversations, inspiring talks, and wisdom from great theologians.
Each session will be facilitated by members of of the Christian Ed team. We will meet for a simple hearty dinner at 6pm and be done each night by 8pm. It’s suitable for anyone new to the Christian faith and for those who are seeking a more grounded level of discipleship.
Please save the dates and plan to attend. You can RSVP to youarewelcome@nullallsaintswhitby.org
See a video that tells a bit about Pilgrim and why it might be right for you.
Fourth Fridays Online – beginning January 23, 7-8pm
Meet by Zoom on the fourth Friday of each month for a light theology discussion group. Style will be conversational and casual. Each session will be built around a particular theme or seasonal question and will include Scripture readings, a short reflection, discussion, and some multi-media elements. We’ll think about the places where faith intersects with our daily living. We’ll ask some honest questions, and we’ll learn from one another.
Click here to join the Fourth Friday Zoom.
Fourth Friday titles and dates for the winter:
- January 23 – All Things New: Fresh Starts, False Starts & God Resolve
- February 27 Valentine Edition – Who knew loving your neighbour could be this hard?
- March 27 – Women at the Way of the Cross: Strong Women, Tough Road
Annual General Vestry Meeting – Sunday, February 22, following the combined 10AM service.
All ministry leads are asked to submit their ministry reports to the office no later than Monday, January 29th for inclusion in the year end Vestry Report. If you have any questions please reach out to Nancy Brickwood at communitywarden@nullallsaintswhitby.org. Late reports will not be printed nor will there be any oral reports. Please e-mail your report(s) to office@nullallsaintswhitby.org
A Day Apart for Seniors – Thursday, January 29, 10-2pm(ish)
This day-long seniors’ retreat will be a time of rest, refreshment and prayer to start the new year. The day will feature meditation, discussion, Scripture and a little bit of chair yoga.
Agenda:
9:30 sign in
10:00 gathering prayer
10:15 chair yoga with a yogi and meditation practitioner or personal quiet time
11:00 comfort and coffee break
11:15 worship service
12:15 sandwich lunch
1:00 Bible study & discussion (the doxology of praise, Ephesians 3: 20-21)
2:00 blessing and departure
Suggested registration fee $10. Register by January 26 at christianed@nullallsaintswhitby.org
Movie Night for “1946: The Mistranslation That Shifted Culture” – Sunday February 8th, 7pm
Come for a screening of this documentary following researchers who trace the origins of the anti-gay movement among Christians. The film chronicles the discovery of a grave mistranslation of the Bible and casts significant doubt on any biblical basis for LGBTQIA+ prejudice.
Popcorn, coffee, and juices. This is an event by All Saints Rainbow Ministry: Better Together.
COMMUNITY EVENTS:
Week of Prayer for Christian Unity Ecumenical Worship Service – January 22, 2026, at 7 pm
Join this ecumenical service at St. Gregory the Great Catholic Church (214 Simcoe St N, Oshawa). Following the service, light refreshments will be served in the hall (190 Simcoe St N).
Big Drum Social – Saturday January 31st, 11am-3pm
Join others in Oshawa to celebrate Indigenous Culture and embrace the spirit of the Big Drum at the Durham Community Health Center 115 Grassmere Ave. Oshawa.
All Saints has 40+ ministry groups for you to get involved with! Plus loads of events and committees where you can contribute your talents. There is a place for you! For example,
- Men’s Group meets the 3rd Saturday of every month in the parish hall.
- St. Margaret’s Guild (Women’s Group) meets Thursdays for fellowship and fundraising projects
- Choir rehearses every Thursday
- Parent and Tot Drop-In (stories, songs and fellowship) happens on the 4th Thursday of every month from 10-11:30am
- Youth Group (ages 12-17) meets the last Friday of every month at 7pm.
- Young Adult Ministry (20 and 30-somethings) meets once a month, alternating between Sat. breakfast and a mid-week potluck supper
- Rainbow Ministry Group is a 2SLGBTQ+ working group for education and social events
There’s also current volunteer opportunities with the Knitting Club, Chancel Guild (for Sunday set up and flower arranging); Digital Vergers (Sunday worship tech team), Deacon’s Cupboard Food Bank, and the Community Garden. Reach out to group leaders or contact one of All Saints clergy to learn more about ways to offer your time and talent.
Serving through Giving
All Saints relies on donations to accomplish its ministry work in the community. Please consider donating through Canada Helps or sending a request to become a pre-authorized giver. The church also has many special projects and ongoing campaigns to help encourage financial or material donations. Consider the following (click on underlined titles to learn more):
Reconciliation with our Indigenous Siblings
As a congregation we continue to educate ourselves on the history of Indigenous peoples in Canada and the work to date towards reconciliation. See current event recommendations from All Saints TRC Committee.
As First Peoples have done since time immemorial, we strive to be responsible stewards of the land and to respect the cultures, ceremonies, and traditions of all who call it home. As we open our hearts and minds to the past, we commit ourselves to working in a spirit of truth and reconciliation to make a better future for all.
Water Project
Alongside our educational pursuits, All Saints has also committed to praying for and raising funds for The Spiritual Ministry of Mishamikoweesh (Big Beaver House) in Northern Ontario in partnership with PWRDF. In 2022 funds are being raised for a purchase of a new water truck in Kingfisher Lake. Kingfisher Lake has a population of 500 people on reserve, most of whom access water through tanks attached to their homes and a water delivery system from the treatment plant. Roads are rough, wear and tear on the vehicles is significant, repair parts are hard to come by, and the population is growing. A new water truck will significantly increase the reliability of clean, running water in this community. You can read more about this and donate by visiting https://pwrdf.org/WATER-PROJECT/
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- The TRC Final Report (2015)
- 94 calls to action from the Truth and Reconciliation report
- calls 71-76 about Missing children and burial information
- Anglican Church of Canada’s Reconciliation Toolkit
- United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples
- CBC’s 10 books about residential schools to read with kids
- “Doctrine of Discovery: Stolen Lands, Strong Hearts” documentary
- “We Were Children” documentary
- “Indigenous Canada”, online course offered by the University of Alberta
