WHO'S AT FIRST?

First Unitarian has about 300 members plus many non-member friends.   A congregational directory which lists all members and supporters as well as current Board members, Convenors,   committee chairs and other key figures around the church may be purchased from the Bookshop in Workman Hall after Sunday services. 

THE MINISTER

The Minister delivers most Sunday sermons, provides short-term and crisis counseling, and conducts rites of passage (child dedications, weddings, memorial services) for our members and their immediate families.   The Minister is always  eager to meet newcomers and help people find their way in our busy community.   Just call the office to make an appointment.

THE LAY CHAPLAINS

provide rites of passage (child dedications, weddings and services of union, funeral and memorial services) for members of the general public.   There is a regular fee schedule for services.   Our chaplains can be reached through the church office or online at http://www.firstunitariantoronto.org/chaplain_request.htm .

SMALL GROUPS

Small Groups focus on a variety of interests, but have one thing in common.   They are the best place to make new friends.   That's because small groups meet regularly, always welcome newcomers, and include a time to share your perspective with others.   They are always large enough for an interesting discussion but intimate enough to get to know everyone well.

Newcomer Orientations to Unitarianism and our congregation, and brief tours, are conducted from the base of the tower beginning 10 minutes after the close of each Sunday Service (September through May).   In-depth evening introductions to our religion are conducted by our ministers frequently throughout the year. You are cordially invited to attend. To receive a a nametag, be sure to sign the Visitor Register in the narthex outside Sunderland Hall.

PARKING
during Sunday Services is available in the lots across the street . When this lot is full, you may park at the curb on Avenue Road south of St. Clair or on Forest Hill Road north of St. Clair.

THE LIBRARY/CHAPEL

is located in the northwest corner of the 3rd level, two half-flights above the front entrance (above the Level 1 washrooms).   It houses our circulating collection of books relating to religion and is available for meetings and for small weddings.   During Sunday services, a video feed of the service may be viewed on a large TV in this room.

THE BOOKSHOP

is located in Workman Hall, is open following the services on Sundays, and sells recent sermons and other Unitarian books and materials.

BABIES & CHILDREN

Child care for infants and very young children is available in Room 205 during Sunday Services. This room is located directly behind the chancel area of Sunderland Hall. Exit through the doors at the right-front of Sunderland, take the stairs up half a flight, and keep turning left. We love our children, but sometimes the worship service tries the patience of small ones. A live video feed to a large TV monitor is available in the Library/Chapel during the service for parents with young, active children.

Twice a month older children usually spend their first ten minutes on Sunday in the adult service. Then they recess to their regular Religious Education classes. For further information, see the volunteer in the R.E. Program office (Room 108).

A youth group for those 13 years and older meets on Sundays and during the week.

WASHROOMS

are located through the double doors to the right of the main entrance, across from the church office on the ground level; and in the hallway beyond Workman Hall, past the kitchen, on the 3rd level. One of the 3rd level washrooms is wheelchair accessible.

WHEELCHAIR ACCESSIBILITY

Our church building is almost totally wheelchair accessible. The elevator is located down the long hallway past the church office. An elevator key is available from the office.   Level 1 is the lower hall; level 2 is the sanctuary; level 3 is Workman Hall, the accessible washroom and the nursery. Level 4 is the Religious Education wing.

GREAT IDEAS, CONCERNS
AND COMPLAINTS

Whenever you have a Great Idea--about anything relating to the life of our congregation--don't hide your light under a bushel!   In a sense, our religious community is the sum of its members' best ideas.   If it's a matter of congregational policy or governance, speak to the volunteer in the office. S/he can introduce you to a member of our Board of Trustees.   If it relates to the Sunday Service, speak to a minister or to the worship leader.   For other ideas, consult the list of key people in the Congregational Directory to determine who should hear it--or just ask the office volunteer for the appropriate name.

Are you concerned about the circumstances of a member?  Let a minister or a Pastoral Visitor or a Caring Committee member know.   (They’re the ones with a red heart on their nametags.)  We are a community only if we look after each other.

Finally, if you have a complaint about something relating to our building, our activities, or our organization, please let the same people know who should hear your Great Ideas on the same topic.

SUNDAY SERVICES AND
RELIGIOUS EDUCATION CLASSES

Our Sunday services begin at 10:30 AM

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