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Last June, singers from across the diocese came together to create a 70 strong choir for General Synod. Following this success, St. Paul's is inviting all singers to come for a Massed Choir evensong on 16th November, where singers will premiere a specially written introit by Canadian composer, Sarah Quartell.

Date: Sunday, November 16th
Rehearsal: 2:00 PM
Evensong Service: 4:00 PM

Repertoire: Quartell Eternal Love: Smith Preces and Responses: Stanford in C Canticles: Balfour-Gardiner Evening Hymn

Preparatory rehearsal on Sunday, November 9th at 4.30 - 6.00pm if you would like to come and get extra practice in. Click here to secure your spot for November 16th!

To view the Photo gallery on the Diocesan website of the Synod opening service on October 24, please visit this link.

DIOCESAN EVENTS

2025 EVENTS

  1. The Diocese of Huron now has a subscription service for the Licentiate in Theology Program. This means tuition for any student in our Diocese is free of charge. 

    This includes the three upcoming courses:

    1) Strong Roots: Contemplative Prayer and Practice with Dr. Jennifer Boyes-Garbin, starting on November 1st.  POSTER

    2) The Heart of a Deacon: The Vocation of Diaconal Ministry with Dr. Grayhame Bowcott, starting on November 4th.  POSTER

    3) Old Testament Odyssey: An Introduction to the Hebrew Bible for Preachers and Church Leaders with Dr. Murray Watson starting on November 6th.  POSTER

    Students in Huron can register for free through our website: https://huronu.ca/programs/theology/life-long-learning/

    Also, St. George's, The Blue Mountains, is in the process of applying for a $30,000 Commonwell L.E.A.F Grant. This process hosts Ontario applications through an online voting process. Applications with the most public support are moved to the top of the list for consideration.

    Would you help us to get the word out in support for our project?

    It is called the MAKER SPACE Project and seeks to transform our 1870s Carriage House into a multi-use community space.

    Our website page (to help us raise community support) can be found here: https://leaf.thecommonwell.ca/projects/st-georges-carriage-house-maker-space-project/

  2. The 52nd Annual R.T. Orr Events (Lecture and Workshop) at Huron University

    Thursday, November 13th, 7:30 pm-9:00 pm: Lecture

    “Human Difference, the Expansive Khalq, and Muslima Theology” 

    Presented by Dr. Jerusha Rhodes

    Associate Professor of Islam & Interreligious Engagement

    Director, Islam-Focused Degree Programs

    Union Theological Seminary

    *In-person and online

    Friday, November 14th, 9:30 am-11:00 am: Workshop

    “Interreligious Engagement and/for Justice”

    Presented by Dr. Jerusha Rhodes

    Associate Professor of Islam & Interreligious Engagement

    Director, Islam-Focused Degree Programs

    Union Theological Seminary

    *online only

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  3. REVIVE: EQUIPPING LAY LEADERS FOR SPIRITUAL LEADERSHIP

    Module 1 Wednesday Evenings 7:00 - 8:30 pm

    Workshop Sessions: 

    •    Nov. 12, 19 & 26

    In person: St. Paul’s Cathedral, Guild Rm; Online: Zoom

    Revive is a spiritual formation program for lay leaders that helps revitalize parish ministry.

    Register at: https://shorturl.at/A3wDv for this upcoming module facilitated by Mary Ann McDowell and The Right Reverend Dr. Richard Bott former Moderator of The United Church of Canada. Or contact the Congregational Coaches to discuss facilitation in your own parish. (Paul Townshend petown@live.ca)

    The Diocese has purchased a diocesan-wide licence so all can access this important program for free. Since it will be offered both in person and online, parishioners have the option of participating from the comfort of their home. 

    One of the three pillars of the Turning to Grace diocesan plan is that a learning church engages in discipleship. Revive can help you and your parish spiritually grow through a deeper relationship with God.  For more information check out this link and video: https://revive.forwardmovement.org/

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  4. CURSILLO WEEKEND - Nov. 21-23, 2025 sponsored by Niagara Huron Anglican Cursillo will be held at Mount Mary Retreat Centre, Ancaster.  You may know someone who would benefit from a short course in Christianity. Please find Applications for this event on our website or click here http://www.niagaracursillo.org.  Candidates must be sponsored by someone who has previously attended a weekend. An acknowledgement by parish priest to attend should be included, as shown on the application.  Sponsors will find information and a report on this website.  For questions please email niagarahuronanglican@gmail.com.  This is a ministry of the church.

  5. NOTICE OF MEETING OF THE MEMBERS OF THE CORPORATION OF CANTERBURY COLLEGE

    A meeting of the members of the CORPORATION OF CANTERBURY COLLEGE will be held on Monday, November 24 at 6:15 pm following a wine and hors d’oeuvres reception at 5:30 pm in the Great Hall at Canterbury College- 2500 University Ave. W.

    We kindly ask that you email our Executive Director, Shelley Bolger at bolgers@uwindsor.ca to confirm your attendance by Thursday, November 21.

  6. ESSEX DEANERY ADVENT RETREAT 2025 - Prepare the Way of the Lord: Living Hope in Advent

    Join us for a sacred day of reflection, prayer, and joyful anticipation as we journey through Advent together. This retreat invites us into a three-part rhythm of expectation, waiting, and rejoicing—drawing near to the Living Hope who comes to dwell among us.

    Saturday, December 6 at St. Matthew’s Church, 1600 Norfolk, from 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.  Registration opens at 8:30 a.m. | Fee: $10 

    Register via email: stmatthewswindsor@diohuron.org

    Retreat Sessions:

    •    Session 1: Hope in the Promise Trusting in God’s faithfulness (Isaiah 40:1–11) -Rev’d Hilton Gomes

    •    Session 2: Peace in the Waiting Experiencing peace amid delay (Philippians 4:4–7)- Rev’d Paul Silcox

    •    Session 3: Joy in the Coming Rejoicing in Christ who comes to dwell among us (Luke 1:39–56)- Rev’d Elise Chambers

    Holy Eucharist will be celebrated at 2:30 p.m.  Everyone is Welcome!

    Come and prepare your heart this Advent season. Let us reflect, pray, and rejoice together in the Living Hope that draws near.  POSTER

  7. SERVICES AT THE MOHAWK CHAPEL FOR 2025:
    Sunday, December 7 (Christmas Service) at 2 pm

    H. M. Royal Chapel of the Mohawks, 301 Mohawk Street, Brantford, 519-445-2953

  8. PROUD ANGLICANS is currently seeking new clergy and lay members of the LGBTQ2SIA+ community within the Diocese to serve in the roles of: 

    •    Deanery representatives - one from each of the 11 deaneries in the Diocese of Huron.

    •    Volunteers from each deanery to help with local functions and events. 

    •    Volunteers from London and beyond to assist with our participation in the London Pride Parade. 

    Please send expressions of interest to proudanglicans@diohuron.org, indicating your deanery, and the role you’re interested in. 

 

2025 - 2026 EVENTS

  1.   EfM Online Recruiting
    There will be two EfM Online groups starting in January 2026. 

    Sunday Group

    •    Led by the Rev Paula Porter Leggett who is based in the Diocese of New Westminster. This class is going into its second year and starts at 3:30pm PT (7:30pm Atlantic).

    For information on this class, please contact the Rev’d Paula Porter Leggett at 2rev2pl@gmail.com or text at 1-604-329-8701 and she will call you back.

    Tuesday Group

    •    Led by David Harrison who is a member of the Diocese of Nova Scotia and Prince Edward Island. This class is brand new and starts at 7:00pm Atlantic. Please contact David at djh@djharrison.ca.

    EfM Classic is our traditional four year program and has a new format this year, entirely digital.   This opens up new opportunities such as film clips, documentaries, and other virtual resources.  There are more resources to guide learners in our reading week-to-week, new essays by ‘Sojourners’ - faith communities that are praying for us all year and traveling along-side in our reading.  All the text-books but one are new to us.  

    EfM Wide Angle is a new, one year program, which runs concurrently with EfM Classic. It is suitable for those people who are interested in EfM but do not wish to commit to a four year program. The texts used in the Wide Angle program are different from thos used in the Classic classes. Wide Angle is also suitable for EfM graduates who wish to continue on the journey!

    EfM is for lay people, to grow their faith as adult learners, discern how God is calling them, and discover gifts for ministry in the company of others on this pilgrimage, enriching our discipleship. Interested in either program?  For more information, please contact David Harrison at djh@djharrison.ca.

    EfM website:  efmcanada.ca Recruiting will begin by early November and close on January 4th, 2026.

  2. The Essex Deanery Lay Leadership Training Classes: Lay leadership courses for 2025 and early 2026.
    These classes will be held in person at Canterbury College. Classes are from 10:00 am - 2:30 pm with 30 minutes for lunch.

    We have partnered with Canterbury College for the courses and they are providing us with the technology support to also bring the classes by zoom. Please join us for one or for all of the classes.

    This year we have decided to focus on the core subjects.

    Nov 15 - Liturgy
    Jan 17 and Mar 21, 2026 - Preaching

    Please contact Rev. Elise Chambers if you would like to attend: elisechambers@diohuron.org. If you have a class you would like offered that would be beneficial for the laity or one you would like to facilitate please contact Rev. Kimberly Myer - kimmyer@diohuron.org. Or Rev. Elise Chambers elisechambers@diohuron.org

    The Essex Deanery Lay Leadership Classes are invited to join the Fall AFP Conference on zoom on Saturday October 4th from 9:30 am - 12:30 pm.

    The Rev’d Dr. Lisa Wang, Developer for Catechumenal Ministries will conduct a workshop entitled, Bless the Lord, O my soul: Morning and Evening Prayer in the Life of God's People

    This workshop offers an introduction to the divine office, the ancient "liturgy of the hours" that Anglicans have come to know and love as Morning Prayer (Matins), Evening Prayer (Evensong) and Night Prayer (Compline). Please register with Mrs. Susan Johnson - brlmail2@aol.com.

  3. Baptismal Living: A Series of Five Online Workshops
    Saturdays from Oct 2025 to March 2026
    10am to 11:30am, Online 

    All are welcome to attend a series of online workshops on living our baptismal promises, sponsored by the Deanery of London.  These sessions are an ideal supplement to a parish-based process of preparation for baptism, confirmation, reception, or renewal.  

    To register please visit this LINK.

    For more information, contact the Rev’d Canon Dr Lisa Wang: lisawang@diohuron.org. POSTER

    Next session: Saturday, November 8, 2025
    "Will you continue in ... the breaking of the bread ...?"

    Why worship is essential to the Christian life

    How does "the breaking of the bread" fit into our baptismal vows?  Is it something we do (God does), not just for ourselves, but for the world?  How is it part of our baptismal ministry?

    Speaker: The Rev'd Canon Lizette Larson-Miller, PhD

    Diocesan Liturgical Officer and Canon Precentor, Diocese of Huron

    Professor of Liturgy and Sacramental Theology, Bexley Seabury Seminary

 
 
 

PARISH EVENTS

NOVEMBER

  1.   TRINITY, COTTAM will hold a Soup and Chili Luncheon and Book Sale on Sat. Nov. 8 from 10 am - 2 pm.

  2. HOLY TRINITY/ST. STEPHEN'S, LONDON is holding a Bits and Bobs Rummage Sale on Saturday, November 8th from 9:00-1:00 pm.

    Celebrate the season of savings with gently used clothing, housewares, crafts and so much more. Barbq lunch is available, bottle draws, meat pies and our popular Fireside Tea Room with muffins and assorted goodies. Our BOOK NOOK is closing, everything is priced for clearance. 

    For more information go to www.parishofhtssm.ca, email holytrinityststephens@gmail.com or call 226-456-8776POSTER

    Fall Favorites with Natalie Pratt & Marque Smith
    Friday November 14, 2025 at 7pm

    The Fireside Lounge opens at 6pm (Licensed event)

    •   Advanced sales until Nov 7th - Adults $25 | Child (under 15) $17 | Family rate $70 (2 adults & 2 children)

    •   After Nov 7th - Adults $30

    Visit our website for more info  www.parishofhtssm.ca. Order tickets online or call 519-914-4595. We look forward to seeing you. POSTER

  3.   THE ST. JAMES', BRANTFORD Annual Christmas Market. is coming up on Saturday, November 8th, 9am until noon.  A Silent Auction, Gifts Baskets Ready to Give, Along with our Bake Table, Candy, Christmas Crafts, Attic Treasurers, Knitting, Coffee/Tea House and Deli! Hope to see you there!

  4.   UPCOMING EVENTS AT ST. JAMES, CAMBRIDGE will be hosting a Quarter Auction

    Bring your quarters on Saturday, November 8th, doors open at 1 pm, auction starts at 2 pm.

    •   Paddles are $5, Entry tickets $5 each.

    •   For more information contact 519-658-4547 or office@stjamesang.ca  POSTER

  5.   ST. ANNE'S, PORT FRANKS will be hosting a Spaghetti Dinner on Saturday, November 8th from 5:00 - 7:00 pm.

  6. UPCOMING EVENTS AT ST. THOMAS ANGLICAN, ST THOMAS:

    •   Community Fellowship Meal - FREE - on the 3rd Friday of each month from 5 to 6pm, doors open @ 4:30pm.  All are welcome to come and enjoy a warm meal!  POSTER

    2025 dates:  Nov 21, Dec TBD   

    •   Almighty Roast Beef Dinner Fundraiser

    On the 4th Friday of each month from 5 to 6:30pm @ $22.00 per meal.  Advance tickets are available from the office or can be purchased at the door.  Take-Out IS also available.  Come out & enjoy a heavenly meal!

    2025 Dates:  Nov. 28th  POSTER

      •   A Christmas Wonderland Bazaar

    Join us on Saturday, November 8th from 8am to 1pm for our annual Bazaar.  Pick up those unique gifts for your family and friends, or maybe a special gift for yourself.

    Gift Baskets, Jewellery, Children's Table, Crafts, Sewing, Baked Goods, Preserves, Frozen Meals, Pies and so much more.

    Also join us at our delicious Breakfast & Lunch Cafe! Such a great selection, something for everyone!  See you there!  POSTER

  7.   UPCOMING EVENTS AT ST. MATTHEW'S WINDSOR

    St. Matthew’s Church Christmas Craft & Food Market — a celebration of creativity, community, and holiday cheer!

    Saturday, November 8, 2025 at St. Matthew's-1600 Norfolk Street, Windsor, from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.  POSTER

    •   Come discover: Unique handmade crafts -Freshly baked goods - Frozen meat pies & Chicken pot pie to stock your freezer 

    •   A cozy lunch counter — plus a Sweet Tooth Table for dessert lovers!

    •   We do accept Visa, MasterCard, Google Pay, and Apple Pay.

    •   Bring your friends, your appetite, and your holiday spirit. Let’s make this season bright together!

    Every Wednesday from October 8 to November 5.  Time: 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM

    St. Matthew’s Bible Study Invitation

    •   Discover How God Teaches, Guides, and Transforms. 

    •   Location: St. Matthew’s Anglican Church, 1600 Norfolk Street, Windsor.

    We are delighted to invite you to a 5-week Bible Study series exploring and learning through God’s Wisdom. We’re excited to launch a new Bible Study journey exploring how God teaches, guides, and transforms us through Scripture and life. God’s unique way of educating the heart through Scripture, experience, and spiritual growth.

    Open to everyone and seekers of spiritual growth.  Contact: Rev’d Gilles519. 259. 2420 or stmatthewswindsor@diohuron.org

    Each session includes:

    •    A guided reflection on a biblical theme

    •    A short story or parable to deepen the message

    •    Group discussion and prayer

    •    Practical takeaways for everyday life

    Themes include:

    •    God’s call and our response

    •    Learning through trials and trust

    •    Listening to the Spirit

    •    Jesus as the perfect teacher

    •    The power of parables

    “I am the Lord your God, who teaches you what is best for you.” — Isaiah 48:17

    Come with an open heart and a curious spirit. Let’s walk together in the school of divine wisdom.

  8.   ST. JOHN the EVANGELIST, STRATHROY invites you to join us for our annual Yuletide Marketplace featuring handcrafted items and gifts from local artisans, a café and bucket draw.  Donations for our local food bank are greatly appreciated.

    Saturday, November 8th from 10am to 2 pm

    34 Head Street North, Strathroy, Ontario

  9.   HOLY TRINITY ST. STEPHENS, LONDON presents Fall Favourites with Natalie Pratt & Marque Smith

    Friday, November 14th at 7 pm POSTER - see poster for details to buy tickets OR call 519-914-4595

    Tickets before Nov. 7th - Adults - $25 | Children (under 16) - $17 | Family Rate (2 adult + 2 kids) - $70

    Tickets after Nov. 7th - $30 (no Family rate)

  10.   HOLY TRINITY/ST. PAUL'S, CHATHAM Wonderland Bazaar and Tea Room, Saturday, November 15th from 9:30 am - 1:30 pm. 81 Selkirk St. Chatham

    Get a jump on your Christmas shopping at our specialty table filled with themed gift baskets, or at our craft table for  homemade one of a kind items. Visit the sweet shoppe, bake table and pantry delights to help make Christmas entertaining or gift giving a breeze.

    Our Tea Room will be serving up a variety of sandwiches with pickle tray, homemade sweets and beverage.

  11.   CHURCH OF THE ASCENSION, LONDON (2060 Dundas St.) is holding a Handmade Market on Saturday, November 15 from 10am - 2pm.

    Join us for a bake sale and cafe, handmade quilts, quilting and crafting projects, secondhand books, and a variety of local crafters. POSTER

  12.   UPCOMING EVENTS AT ST. MICHAEL AND ALL ANGELS, LONDON:

    Saturday, Nov. 15th from 10 am - 2 pm

    ARTS, CRAFTS AND BAKE SALE

    •  Numerous Handmade Gifts, Greeting Cards, Home Decor, Stained Glass, Art, Paintings, Wooden Gifts and Jewellry.

    •  Bake Sale - Delicious cakes, loaves, cookies, pies, tarts, as well as our popular turkey pies and jam!

    •  Also a Penny Sale and Lucky Bottles!

  13.   ST. JOHN THE EVANGELIST, LONDON is hosting their Mistletoe Market Nov. 14-15!

    •    Friday, November 14: 5:30 pm – 8:30 pm
    •    Saturday, November 15: 9:00 am – 1:00 pm

    Join us for a festive shopping experience. Discover unique gifts, handmade crafts, and delicious treats from local vendors and our St. John’s community.

  14.   ST. ANNE'S, BYRON (1344 Commissioners Rd. W London.) is holding their CHRISTMAS BAZAAR on November 15, from 9am-1pm & TEA until 12 noon

    Plan to come and enjoy the festive music and shopping (free admission). The light & fluffy scones that you’ve had at our High Tea are back at this tea. Enjoy them with jam & clotted cream. (until 12 noon $5/person)

    •    To reduce lineups this year we are adding “cash only” registers at the front and back. The hall is on the ground level and accessible

    •    St. Anne’s tables: crafts, jewelry, quilting and sewing, baking, Youth raising money for Alongside Hope. Gluten free baking, mincemeat, and St. Anne’s Fruit & Meat Pies & Gluten Free pies (frozen). Tap payment available.

    •    Vendors: Christmas décor & wreaths by several artists, embroidery, knit and crochet animals, toys, baby items, body scrubs and soaps, Arbonne skin care & nutrition, Bottle décor and lanterns. Please bring cash.  POSTER

  15.   CHURCH OF THE ASCENSION, LONDON will host a Handmade Market, including a bake sale and cafe, on Saturday, Nov. 15, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., at 2060 Dundas St. E. Interested vendors are welcome and can contact SummerMarketAtAscension@gmail.com. POSTER

  16.   ST. GEORGE'S OF FOREST HILL, KITCHENER's Annual Christmas Market will be held on November 15th - 9am - 1pmPOSTER

  17.   UPCOMING EVENTS AT ST. PETER'S, DORCHESTER - 4091 Catherine St. Dorchester.

    Online Silent Auction Fundraiser
    •   
    Saturday November 15, noon -Wednesday AND November 19, 7:00pm.

    •    Bid early and bid often.  POSTER

    Annual Spaghetti Supper- Tuesday November 18, 4:30-6:30pm. Free Will offering.

    •    Proceeds support local community outreach.  POSTER

  18.   BCP Sung Evening Prayer at GRACE CHURCH, BRANTFORD on Monday, November 17, 7:00 PM (4 Pearl Street).

    Observing the feast of Hilda, Abbess of Whitby, and also marking the ministries of our new Regional Dean of Brant-Norfolk and Archdeacon of Eastern Huron.

    Officiant: The Ven. Matthew Kieswetter; Preacher: The Rev'd Canon Dr. Stephen Hendry; Music Director: Dr. Kylie Ho.

  19. UPCOMING EVENTS AT ST. JOHN'S, TILLSONBURG
    Christmas Market

    •   Saturday, November 22nd from 9:00 am - 2:00 pm

    •   $2 Admission  POSTER

    Christmas Candlelight Concert featuring the JD Group String Quartet

    •   Friday, December 12, 7:00 - 9:00 pm

    •   Complementary refreshments

    •   Call 519-842-5573 for tickets  POSTER

  20. CHRIST CHURCH, PORT ALBERT welcomes you to a performance of The Evoke Duo ( Jack Clarke & Deb Shelley)

    A relaxing afternoon of original “Songs for the Christmas Season”

    •  2 pm, Saturday, November 22nd

    •  Suggested admission donation of $20

    Hope you can join us as we celebrate the little church on the hill!  POSTER

  21. THE CHURCH OF ST. ANDREW MEMORIAL, LONDON welcomes everyone to their HOLLY HOLIDAYS BAZAAR on Saturday, November 22 from 9:00am until 1:00 pm at St. Andrew Memorial Church, 55 Foxbar Road.

     Looking for a hostess gift or stuffing stuffers? Then check out our homemade preserves and knitted items!  Bakes goods and tasty meat pies will be available.  Our tea room will be serving tea and treats or enjoy a chilli lunch.  POSTER

  22. UPCOMING EVENTS AT ST. JOHN THE DIVINE, ARVA 

    Christmas in the Country Bazaar - our favourite bazaar is back again this year on Saturday, November 22 from 10 to 2. All the favourite tables - bake, jewellery, crafts, party foods, attic treasures and silent auction. Free admission, free parking. Corner of Richmond and Medway in Arva. POSTER

    Last Minute Shopping Market: St. John's is holding their 2nd annual market featuring 25 artisans and crafters on Saturday, December 6 from 9 am to 3 pm. Visit the vendors set up in the hall and the church. New this year - we will be having a lunch counter with food provided by Lucan's Thai Pad restaurant. Raffle table with items from each vendor. Free admission. Lots of free parking. POSTER

  23. TRINITY CHURCH, SARNIA Ladies Guild, 1194 Murphy Rd., Sarnia, invite you to join us at our annual CHRISTMAS MARKET on Saturday, November 22 from 9am-1pm with Vendors galore and baked goods!  POSTER

  24.   TRINITY, BLYTH is hosting Songs of Love, A Music Concert in support of Huron Hospice

    Sunday, November 23 at 3:00 pm POSTER

  25. UPCOMING EVENTS AT ST. GEORGE'S, LONDON: 

    •   Choral Evensong Series

    The monthly Choral Evensong series, at St. George's, 227 Wharncliffe Rd North will return this fall.  The services will be on the fourth Sunday of every month, and will begin at 4:00 pm.

    2025-26 Schedule:

    2025 - November 23rd, December 21st - Service of Nine Lessons & Carols

    2026 - January 25, February 22, March 22, April 26, May 24, June 28

  26.   CHURCH OF THE HOLY SAVIOUR, WATERLOO (33 Allen St E. Waterloo)

    Advent Organ Recital Series, at 12:15pm. Come out and hear some wonderful organists during Advent. There will be a Chili Luncheon following each recital. Suggested donation of $10 for the recital and lunch. POSTER

    •    Friday November 28th - Mark D. Himmelman

    •    Friday December 5th - Kevin Lee

    •    Friday December 12th - Peter Nikiforuk

  27. Refreshments provided by CHRIST CHURCH, PETROLIA for HISTORIC CHRISTMAS HOME TOURS 2025

    Featuring six Petrolia Homes, Friday, November 28 and Saturday, November 29 from 4 - 8 pm, Cost $20, POSTER

  28. UPCOMING EVENTS at GRACE CHURCH, BRANTFORD - 4 Pearl St. at West & Albion Sts., Brantford:

    •   Advent Concert Nov. 28th at 7:00 pm with Dr. Kylie Ho (music director at Grace), with guest soloist and Laurier singers

    •   $10 per person

    •   Parking lot on Albion St. just past the church, opposite side.

    •   Tickets are available at the church office: 519-752-6814.

  29. ST. PAUL'S CATHEDRAL AND ST. PETER'S BASILICA CWL are holding a Christmas Bazaar on Sat. Nov. 29th, 2025 from 9:00 a.m. To 1:00 p.m. at St. Paul's Cathedral,  472 Richmond St., London featuring:

    •   Festive baked goods, jewellery, jams& preserves, Christmas table, treasures, silent auction, Toonie Table. 

    •   Entrance from Clarence St., free parking in the Church Lots,

    •   Free admission.  Please join us!  POSTER

  30. CHRIST CHURCH, CHATHAM (80 Wellington St W) will be hosting their Jingle Bells Christmas Bazaar,

    •   Saturday November 29th, 2025.  10:00 a.m. to 2 p.m. 

    •   Lunch available for purchase.   

  31. ST. JOHN'S-BY-THE-LAKE Christmas Bazaar will be held on Sat, Nov 29, 9:00 am - 1:30 pm.

    Shop from a wide variety of local vendors, eat a light lunch of soup and sandwich and take home some delicious baked goods. 

 

DECEMBER

  1. UPCOMING EVENTS AT ST. JOHN’S, TILLSONBURG

    CHRISTMAS WITH COMMUNITY LIVING

    •   Friday, December 5, 2025 – Free will donation.

    •   Join us, with our friends from Community Living, to start the Christmas season off with Christmas music and a good old Carol Sing.

    •   Christmas treats for all. 

    CANDLELIGHT CHRISTMAS CONCERT

    •   Friday, December 12, 2025 – 7:00 - 9:00 p.m. Tickets are $25.00

    •   Family and Friends Welcome.

    •   With our church bathed in candlelight, we will be featuring the Jarek JD Group string quartet.

    •   We will be serving Spiced Apple Cider and Christmas goodies during intermission. This concert promises to get everyone in the spirit of Christmas.

  2.   CHRIST CHURCH, AMHERTSBURG will be hosting a Christmas Tea on December 6th from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m.

    This is a fun afternoon where our guests are welcome to decorate their table to win a lovely prize, or they can simply come to enjoy the delicious food, fun games and fellowship. Seating is limited. Cost: Free Will Offering. All proceeds will go to a local family!

    Please contact us to reserve your table - phone Cecile at 519-996-9961 OR email: christchurchamherstburg@diohuron.org. POSTER

  3.   ST. JOHN'S-BY-THE-LAKE is hosting Christmas Carols & Cookies in the Sanctuary 

    Saturdays, December 6,13, 20 at 12:30-2pm 

    You are invited to bring a non-perishable food item for the foodbank.

  4. UPCOMING EVENTS AT ST. JOHN THE DIVINE, ARVA 

    Last Minute Shopping Market: St. John's is holding their 2nd annual market featuring 25 artisans and crafters on Saturday, December 6 from 9 am to 3 pm. Visit the vendors set up in the hall and the church. New this year - we will be having a lunch counter with food provided by Lucan's Thai Pad restaurant. Raffle table with items from each vendor. Free admission. Lots of free parking. POSTER

  5. UPCOMING EVENTS at GRACE CHURCH, BRANTFORD - 4 Pearl St. at West & Albion Sts., Brantford:

    •   Sat., Dec. 6th Outreach Bake Sale features bake tables, lunch counter & café, Girl Guides table, Alongside Hope, Little Boxes-Plus and more, 10am-2pm, Parking on Albion St. and parking lot.  Accessible at Pearl St. door. Canned good donations appreciated.  Supporting Alongside Hope and Grace missions.  POSTER

    •   Sun., Dec. 21st Lessons and Carols at 10:30 a.m. service.

  6. UPCOMING EVENTS AT ST. THOMAS ANGLICAN, ST THOMAS:

    Community Fellowship Meal - FREE - on the 3rd Friday of each month from 5 to 6pm, doors open @ 4:30pm.  All are welcome to come and enjoy a warm meal!  POSTER

    2025 dates:  December - TBD   

  7. UPCOMING EVENTS AT ST. GEORGE'S, LONDON: 

    •   Choral Evensong Series

    The monthly Choral Evensong series, at St. George's, 227 Wharncliffe Rd North will return this fall.  The services will be on the fourth Sunday of every month, and will begin at 4:00 pm.

    2025-26 Schedule:

    2025 December 21st - Service of Nine Lessons & Carols

    2026 - January 25, February 22, March 22, April 26, May 24, June 28

  8.   UPCOMING EVENTS AT ST. JOHN'S, TILLSONBURG

    Christmas Candlelight Concert featuring the JD Group String Quartet

    •   Friday, December 12, 7:00 - 9:00 pm

    •   Complementary refreshments

    •   Call 519-842-5573 for tickets  POSTER

  9. CHRIST CHURCH, CHATHAM is hosting their annual Mexican Posada on Friday December 12th from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m.  This tradition commemorates the Holy Family’s journey to Bethlehem.  There will be music, singing, food and the breaking of a pinata.  There will be a potluck dinner which will feature the spicy culinary talents of Padre Juan.  All are welcome to attend.  Christ Church is located at 80 Wellington Street West.

  10.   ALL SAINTS' CHURCH MT. PLEASANT - LESSONS AND CAROLS (688 Mt. Pleasant Road)

    Lessons & Carols Candlelight Service  

    Join us for a beautiful evening of scripture, song, and candlelight as we celebrate the birth of Christ through the timeless tradition of Lessons and Carols.

    Date: 14 December 2025  
    Time: 7 PM 

    Experience the wonder of the season with heartfelt readings, beloved carols, and the peaceful glow of candlelight. All are welcome—bring your family, invite a friend, and share in the joy of Christmas with us.

    Join us after the service for a time of fellowship and light refreshments.

    Let the light of Christ shine in your heart this season. We look forward to worshiping with you!

  11. ST. JAMES, FAIRMOUNT has been at the corner of Grey Rds 7 and 40, between Meaford and Kimberley in Grey Highlands, since 1867.

    St. James’ uses the Book of Common Prayer and we sing all our services, normally at 9 a.m. on Sundays. But on the fifth Sunday of the month, we celebrate with a 4 p.m. Evensong, with offerings directed to the Backpack Program at the Georgian Bay Community School in Meaford.  Phone 226-664-0500 for more info