Season of Creation 2 - September 20, 2026

September 18, 2026

A special welcome to Rev. Dr. Bob Fillier of Parkdale United Church who is leading our worship this morning. Please join us at 10:30 am ET online or in person.

Miniature from the Menologion of Basil II (Vat. Gr. 1613, page 59), made in Constantinople, 976–1025. Vatican Library, Rome.

Here's what you can expect at Glebe St-James on this Sunday, September 20:


  • Susan Palmai will welcome us.
  • Edith Gardell will acknowledge that the land on which we gather and work is the traditional and ancestral territory of the Algonquin People, unceded and unsurrendered.
  • Barb Munro will read the scripture, Jonah 3:10 - 4:11.
  • PULPIT SWAP! Rev. Dr. Bob Fillier of Parkdale United Church will lead us in worship and will offer a reflection, "Faithline."
  • Music Director Paul Grose and the choir will lead us in music and song. The Gift of Music will be "Hands Across the Universe" by David N. Childs.


Here is the bulletin for the service which allows you to follow along with the words of texts, hymns, songs, and prayers. You can stream the service live at 10:30 am on YouTube.


Join in on the online offering plate for Mission & Service, Outreach & other GSJ operational needs! If donating online or via e-transfer, you can indicate on where you want your gift to be dedicated (our operating fund, capital fund, music fund, or other charity). E-transfers can be sent to [email protected].


Let us know how we are doing! If you have any ideas, comments, or feedback about the online (or in person!) worship experience, please contact the worship committee at: [email protected].

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