As we journey through the four weeks of Advent, the spiritual practice of waiting prepares us for birth of Jesus and the season of Christmas. These next weeks of wonder and enchantment speak to our common longing to know that we are not alone; that Emmanuel does come and that God is with us.
The world feels unsteady now, and many people are struggling. As we seek some solid ground under foot, this is a time to lean on the wisdom of our spiritual ancestors. This is a time to start new traditions for ourselves, our children and grandchildren as we participate in God's good intentions for this broken but beautiful world.
If you are asking questions about what is truly important, please know that there is a place for you at Metropolitan to question, to wonder and to dream.
Online via livestream or in-person at 56 Queen St. East, we hope to see you soon!
In days of division and disinformation, it can be hard to discern what the truth is. Advent is a season of intentional waiting that prepares our hearts to encounter the deepest truth: that God is with us.
The four Sundays of Advent are:
- November 30, 11am: O Come, O Come Emmanuel! We start the season with Canada's largest pipe organ, our wonderful choir, and a string quartet.
- December 7, 11am: This week we journey with John the Baptist - the wild man of the Jordan with a hair shirt and honey in his beard - as he and we "Prepare the way of the Lord." We will be joined by the Metropolitan Silver Band - the only brass band connected to a United Church in the whole country.
- December 14, 11am: Shepherds and angels and donkeys, oh my! This is our Pageant Sunday where remember and encounter afresh, the wonders of Jesus' birth with poetry, singing, dancing and action.
- December 21, 11am: With special guest preacher The Rev. Susan Mabey, we honour Mary, the mother of Jesus and her contributions to the Christian faith.
Join us for our Christmas services
SUNDAY WORSHIP - Nov 30, Dec 7, Dec 14, Dec 21, 11am: Each Sunday in Advent we gather in the sanctuary with the Metropolitan Choir, Canada's largest pipe organ, and the sacred words and songs of our tradition.
DECK THE HALLS WITH THE METROPOLITAN SILVER BAND - Dec 7, 2pm: A fun time of carol singing and music with the Metropolitan Silver Band and a quartet of singers. Bring your friends and "ugly Christmas sweaters"!
PAGEANT SUNDAY - Dec 14, 11am: Shepherds and angels and donkeys, oh my! We remember, and encounter afresh, the wonders of Jesus' birth with poetry, singing, dancing and action.
CANDLELIGHT LESSONS & CAROLS - Dec 14, 7:30pm: A Metropolitan tradition - we gather to tell the sacred story of the season with music and scripture under flickering candlelight.
BLUE CHRISTMAS - Dec 17, 5pm: A gentle and supportive service for those who find this season challenging, or need a break from the hustle and bustle of it all. This is an in-person only gathering in the chancel.
CHRISTMAS EVE SERVICE - Dec 24, 4 pm: Start a new Christmas Tradition with this all-ages service that will end with a tree lighting and hot apple cider outside.
CHRISTMAS EVE BY CANDLELIGHT - Dec 24, 11pm: O Holy night! The stars are brightly shining. It is the night of the dear Saviour's birth. With the Metropolitan Choir and the sacrament of Communion (where all are welcome), this is always one of most looked-forward-to services of the entire year.
CHRISTMAS DAY - Dec 25, 11am: A cozy and relaxed Christmas Day service with a choral quartet.
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