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Update: March 21, 2022

In view of the recent changes in public health policy, at TEMC we continue to recommend that all those who attend worship services and activities at the church be masked for the safety and protection of the most vulnerable in the congregation, especially when socializing and travelling through the building. We recognize that everyone has personal views and feelings about mask use, and we remind ourselves of the need to be compassionate, respectful, and supportive of each other.

Update: January 24, 2022

In-person services and Sunday School classes will resume on February 6th, 2022. No pre-registration required. It will be a first-come, first-served basis with the capacity limit set at 200 attendees. 

Update: January 6, 2022

Due to the current COVID environment, all worship services will be online only and in-person groups & activities are suspended until further notice. Update on any changes will be posted on our website.

Update: November 1, 2021

Please read the latest update from the Building Re-Opening Committee here. 

Update: September 2, 2021

As we are now in Stage 3 of Ontario’s re-opening plan, we are pleased to provide this update on our current intention with respect to the phased re-opening of our church and related facilities. As always, it remains our priority to ensure the safety and well-being of all members and adherents of our community of faith at Timothy Eaton Memorial Church and we will continue to monitor and adhere to government and public health requirements and guidance.

  • We plan to have our first “live” worship service with congregation present in-person at 11:00 AM on Sunday, September 19, 2021
  • While attendance at that service and all subsequent services will be limited as required to maintain physical distancing best practices, we anticipate that we will be able to welcome all of those who wish to worship in person. Pre-registration will not be required, but worshippers will be required to sign-in, be screened for COVID symptoms & temperature and are expected to observe masking and physical distancing protocols. We encourage all worshippers to receive both doses of an approved vaccine
  • For those who are unable or choose not to join us in person, we will continue our livestream, podcasts and radio broadcast as we have throughout the pandemic. Please refer to our website for further details
  • During the period when we have one Sunday service, the 11:00 AM service will combine elements of both traditional and contemporary worship
  • We are continuing to plan for the recommencement of Sunday School as soon as feasible and will provide further details when settled
  • We plan to resume baptism, wedding, and memorial services in accordance with government health guidelines
  • Inquiries concerning any other requested use of the church and related facilities should be directed to Michael Loo, Director, Property Management (email: michaelloo@temc.ca, cell: 416-804-0349)
  • We will provide further updates as new information becomes available
     

Update: May 18, 2021

Rev. Dr. Stirling shares an update from the Building Re-opening Committee. Watch the video below and read their full written statement here.

Update: April 21, 2021

Here's what's ahead in the life of TEMC and how it looks for our church for the next little while.

Update: November 11, 2020

Due to rising COVID-19 cases and following the recommendation of Mayor Tory and Toronto Public Health, Timothy Eaton Memorial Church will be closing the church building and suspending in-person services indefinitely. We are reviewing the situation regularly and will provide notice of any changes when available.  In the meantime, our community of faith remains vibrant and strong and we encourage you to explore our website to learn more about our virtual Sunday worship services and the many activities and programs which TEMC continues to offer.

Update: October 26, 2020

Timothy Eaton Memorial Church has a long-standing commitment and proud tradition of making its facilities available for use by community groups which serve a variety of compelling social needs. Regrettably but unavoidably, the COVID-19 pandemic has impacted the church’s ability to fully serve those groups. The church will continue to operate within protocols that meet or exceed the current recommendations and requirements of Toronto Public Health and Public Health Ontario for facilities occupation, faith services and events. Currently, in accordance with those requirements, we are limiting all such community group activities to a maximum of 10 people.  We will continue to monitor applicable requirements and will adjust our protocols as and when permitted.

Update: September 29, 2020

Pre-registration for in-person service opens on Mondays at 9am and closes on Fridays at 11am each week. You can register three ways.

  1. Church Center Online Form
  2. Download and register through the Church Center App via Google Play (Android) | App Store (Apple)
  3. Phone Jaclyn Didiano at 416-925-8494, ext 223. (Note: Families with over 4 members must call in)

Cancellation: If you are unable to attend, please notify us by calling in as soon as you know or cancelling your registration via the Church Center App or registration page.

Note: This is the last week that the church will be open on Fridays from 11 am-2 pm for personal prayer.

Update: September 14, 2020

Pre-registration for the Sunday, September 20th in-person service is open! You can register three ways.

  1. Church Center Online Form
  2. Download and register through the Church Center App via Google Play (Android) | App Store (Apple)
  3. Phone Jaclyn Didiano at 416-925-8494, ext 223. (Note: Families with over 4 members must call in)

Cancellation: If you are unable to attend, please notify us by calling in as soon as you know or cancelling your registration via the Church Center App or registration page.

Important: Unfortunately, will not be able to accommodate those who have not registered ahead of time.

Update: July 30, 2020

To ensure fair and equitable access and enhance our ability to support physical distancing best practices and contact tracing, those wishing to attend a service will be required to pre-register online through Church Centre or by phoning Jaclyn Didiano at 416-925-8494 ext 223.

Seating will be assigned and is available on a first-come, first-served basis. Registration for the Sunday, September 20th service will begin on Monday, September 14th at 9am and end on Friday, September 18th at 11am.

Registration for all subsequent Sunday services will begin at 10am on the preceding Monday and end at 4pm on Friday of that week. All attendees (including children) will be screened for symptoms and must wear masks while in the church.

Please note that we will not be able to accommodate those who are not registered.

Update: June 23, 2020

Building Re-opening Plans

As the COVID-19 pandemic evolves and we continue to monitor government and public health requirements and guidance, it remains our priority to ensure the safety and well-being of all members of our community of faith at Timothy Eaton Memorial Church. With our focus firmly on that priority, our current intention with respect to the phased physical re-opening of our church and related facilities is set out below:

  • We plan to have our first “live” worship service with congregation present in-person at 11:00 a.m. on Sunday, September 20, 2020
     
  • Attendance at that service and all subsequent services will be limited
     
  • To ensure fair and equitable access and enhance our ability to support physical distancing best practices and contact tracing, those wishing to attend a service will be required to pre-register online or by phone, on a first-come, first-served basis. Further registration details will be provided in the near future. We will not be able to accommodate those who are not registered
     
  • During the period when we have one Sunday service, the 11 a.m. service will combine elements of both traditional and contemporary worship
     
  • We plan to resume a second weekly, contemporary worship service, commencing at 9:00 a.m. on Sunday, October 25, 2020
     
  • The sanctuary will also be open for prayer and meditation on Fridays from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. beginning on Friday, July 10, 2020. For this purpose only, prior registration will not be required but worshippers will be required to sign-in, screened for temperature (Individuals with temperature higher that 38° C will not be permitted) and expected to observe physical distancing protocols
     
  • There will be no Sunday School until further notice
     
  • Inquiries concerning any other requested use of the church and related facilities should be directed to Michael Loo, Director, Property Management [michaelloo@temc.ca / (416) 925-8494 ext 226] We will provide further updates as new information becomes available.

Update: June 17, 2020

Update: June 10, 2020

Update: June 3, 2020

Update: May 27, 2020

Update: May 20, 2020

Update: May 13, 2020

Update: May 6, 2020

Update: April 29, 2020

Update: April 22, 2020

Update: April 15, 2020

Update: April 8, 2020

Update: April 1, 2020

Update: March 27, 2020

Update: March 23, 2020


Under the instruction of Public Health Authorities and the Ontario government, we have taken the steps to close the building until further notice (United Church of Canada Release). This is to protect the welfare of our staff, as well as the community. The Food bank will remain open as it is an essential service to the community (cothfoodbank.ca)

Update: March 13, 2020


To the TEMC community:

Although the risk of exposure to COVID-19 virus in Ontario is still low, in order to help prevent further spread of the virus and to protect members of our congregation, public worship services are cancelled until further notice. You can participate in the worship service on the radio at 11:00am on CHIN 1540AM or by watching our live stream services at 9:15 & 11:00 am at:     

As a caring Christian community, we continue to pray for the well-being of our members and the broader community. Should you require pastoral care during this time, please contact the church at 416-925-8494.

COVID-19 spreads by respiratory droplets of an infected person to others with whom they have close contact such as people who live in the same household or provide care. It can survive on different surfaces but can be killed by most cleaners and disinfectants.     

 

Thank you for your understanding and cooperation at this time. We're in this together.

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