Parkdale United Church
429 Parkdale Ave, Ottawa
We are a very diverse community
Everyone is welcome!
Our Vision
To form followers of Jesus in such a way as to transform our community and our world.
What we do
Parkdale's congregation responds to God's call and Jesus' teaching by:
- Uniting in joyful worship
- Providing Christian learning opportunities
- Reaching out to people in need both in our congregation and the greater community
- Promoting Justice
- Managing our Time, Treasures and Talents for the glory of God and the blessing of the world
In-person Services have now resumed. Services are also live streamed over the internet.
Second Sunday of Advent, December 4th - 10:30 AM
Message: The Fruit of Repentance
Rev. Dr. Anthony Bailey
Celebrating the Sacrament of Holy Communion
ADVENT CONGREGATIONAL LUNCHEON after the service
News and Events
The Interactive Advent Living Room for 2022
for everyone to experience during the upcoming season of Advent. When you click on various items in the Living Room you will be taken to a wonderful collection of stories, all ages devotions, recipes, outdoor adventures, songs, and crafts. This resource has been created for everyone to have fun while learning and marking our journey to Bethlehem. There will be a new link for each week in Advent –
Week 1 – Click (HERE)
Week 2 – Click (HERE)
Advent Daily Devotional Booklet for Families, “Journey to Bethlehem”
With this simple devotional booklet all ages will have the opportunity to light the Advent candles, read the scriptures and hear stories from great Bible storybooks that prepare us for the nativity. – Click (HERE)
WOMEN’S RETREAT: “Across the Porch from God”.
The Women’s Retreat will be held on January 6-8, 2023. Registration is now open. Hard copy registration forms are available at the entrance of the sanctuary or at this link:
https://form.jotform.com/ParkdaleUnitedChurch/womens-retreat-2023
Please let Huda (huda@parkdaleunitedchurch.ca) or Bev (bev@parkdaleunitedchurch.ca) know if you have any questions.
In From The Cold
We are excited to report that our IFTC 21st season has started. This year, with the dedication of our amazing volunteers, we are pleased to resume our in-church, sit-down dinner as we had previous to COVID.
If you are interested in volunteering we’d love to hear from you.
Please send an email to CiCi and Mark at iftc@parkdaleunitedchurch.ca to be considered for various volunteer opportunities.
You can view the video of the Worship service here.
The Service Bulletin can be viewed by clicking here: Worship Bulletin December 4
To view previous SERVICE VIDEOS and SUNDAY SCHOOL lessons click here
In From The Cold
On Saturdays, 2 PM to 5 PM
November 12, 2022 to March 25, 2023
– with a break over the Christmas period.
The IN FROM THE COLD program is open again on Saturdays. We will adapt to the Government’s Health regulations as directed. Meals are served starting at 3:30 PM.
Please [click here] for details.
Corona Virus (COVID-19) Update
CHURCH IS OPEN FOR Sunday Worship Services
In alignment with the Province of Ontario’s easing of COVID restrictions, and the decision made by Parkdale’s Council, in-person services have now resumed. Capacity is now limited to however many can fit with social distancing. Face masks are still mandatory at all times.
Please [click here] for details
Parkdale Calendar
Please note that, because of the COVID-19 pandemic, some meetings and activities that normally take place at the church. are suspended or held online.
The Messenger
