God With Us: Interconnected in the Incarnation
Join the Mary Ward Centre and St. Basil’s Parish for an Advent evening of reflection on Monday, December 18, from 6:30 – 8 p.m. Meditating on the presence of Jesus, our God with Us, we will reflect on our connection with all of humanity and our call to be instruments of God’s love. Our time together will include prayer, reflection, and conversation in community. Refreshments will be provided. All are welcome. This event will take place at the Mary Ward Center (70 St. Mary Street). Registration required by December 15. https://forms.office.com/r/RxK7yv63YB
Word & Light: Taizé Prayer
An evening of Taizé Prayer. Join us on Wednesday, December 13, at 7p.m. at St. Basil's for an Advent Taizé prayer service, where we will reflect together on Christ the Word, the Light of the World. This ecumenical and meditative prayer form includes music, scripture, prayers, candlelight, and silence, to draw us into the mystery of the Incarnation. All are welcome! Questions? Contact JoAnn Lopez.
St. Basil's Ministry Fair
Join us to celebrate the ministries that make St. Basil’s a wonderful parish, and find out how you can share your own unique gifts with the community!
Explore the many opportunities for service to our parish and our neighbour in our fun and festive Ministry Fair from 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. on Sunday, September 17. Refreshments will be provided. Check out the full list of our ministries on our website to start your discernment: https://www.stbasiltoronto.org/ministries.
Want to make this event a success?
We need support with:
Set up (9 a.m. to 10 a.m.)
Clean Up (4:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.)
Leading Games/Activities
Food Preparation (shifts throughout the day).
Please reach out to Michael Pirri at: michael.pirri@utoronto.ca to sign up to serve.
Parish Picnic
St. Basil's Picnic in the Park: Join the parish community on Saturday, August 26, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. for a picnic at High Park. This potluck gathering will be fun for the whole family as we gather to rejoice in the beauty of creation and community.
Registration required before August 21: https://tinyurl.com/StBasilPicnic
Final details will be emailed during the week of the picnic to all those who register. Contact JoAnn Lopez (joann.lopez@utoronto.ca, 416-926-7122) with any questions.
Prayer and Patio
Join the parish community for a monthly outing, giving us a chance to enjoy the beauty of God's creation while building relationships with each other. Please save the date, more details including registration information coming soon. If you are interested in helping to plan and organize these events, please contact JoAnn Lopez (joann.lopez@utoronto.ca)
Details to be confirmed soon.
Wonder Walk (Toronto Ravine Hike)
Explore the beauty of creation through a Toronto Ravine Hike, as we walk together in community, enjoying summer fun and friendship! Our starting point will be the Davisville TTC station, and we will walk through Mt Pleasant Cemetery and parts of the Central Ravines together. Registration required by Monday, June 26. After our walk concludes near Yonge/St. Clair, there will be an opportunity for those who are interested in a short social to purchase refreshments. Find out more and sign up at https://tinyurl.com/WonderWalk or contact JoAnn Lopez.