Volunteer Ministries

There is a place for you at MCC Toronto!
MCC Toronto has many volunteer ministries. To get involved visit the Volunteer Integration Partners (V.I.P.) at the Information Centre on Sundays after any worship service to find more about volunteering. Carol Newman, Coordinator of Volunteers & Engagement, can be reached at 416-406-6228 ext. 126 or CNewman@MCCToronto.com

Altar Guild
Set the communion table/process the cross and candles/ clean altar guild materials.

Anointers and Communion Server Ministry
Participate in communion and healing by offering a blessing.

ASE Strategic Team
Provide spiritual education to congregants.

Blessing of Animals
Organize and provide a service for owners and their pets.

Children's Ministry
Provide a safe space for all children to learn and grow in a spiritual community.

Coffee Hour Ministry
Set up/Clean up coffee hour after each service.

Community Visiting Team
Provide outreach in the community.

Database Team
Maintain information in Powerchurch database collected from Connection Card.

Decorating Team
Beautify the sanctuary at during festive periods.

Drag 'N Angels (Dragon Boat Team)
As a group prepare and compete in events.

Garden Faeries
Beautify the external grounds of the church.

HOLA Team
Provide support to Spanish speaking newcomers to integrate into the church.

Higher Praise Choir
Assist in the upbeat praise evening worship service in song.

Home Team
Welcome and assist newcomers into the life of the church.

Information Centre
Provide assistance to team leaders, registrations and provide information to Congregants after each Sunday service.

Lector Team
Present scripture in 9:00am and 11:00am service.

Church Property Maintenance Team
Renovations and specific projects.

Men's Retreat Team
As a team, planning and organizing a yearly retreat.

Multi-Media Team
Design or manage the multi-media centre for Sunday services.

Music Ministry (The Choir)
Assist in the morning worship services in song.

Pride and Joy
Assist in worship services and events in song.

Pride Parade Team
Group that plans and organizes an MCC Toronto presence in the Toronto Pride Parade.

Reception Team
Answer phones and clerical duties.

Refugee Support Group
Once a month, gathering for support/social networking for newcomers to Canada.

Sanctuary Saints
Clean the Sanctuary and restock information packages.

Star Box Delivery
Delivery Star Boxes to assigned households in December.

Technical Ministry - Audio and Lighting
Manage sound during church service.

Thrift Store
Help raise funds for church through reselling of goods.

Ushers and Greeters
To welcome and seat at the beginning of service. To guide congregants during healing and Communion.

VIP (Volunteer Interview & Placement)
Guide and assist in finding volunteer opportunities within the church.

Web Casting
Record 11:00am worship service live and archive on church website.

Women's Retreat Team
As a team, planning and organizing a yearly retreat.

Worship Coordinator Assistant
Assistant Stage Manager of worship services.

Music Ministry

Welcome to the MCC Toronto Choir!!! A community comprised of a number of really great people who share a love of God, a love for one another and a LOVE OF MUSIC! "As a choir member I've learned such an incredible amount musically, in a loving, nurturing and joyful environment. It has been a privilege learning from such gifted and accomplished Musicians, the likes of Diane Leah and Jeannie Wyse who have a wealth of knowledge and wisdom they freely share."

The commitment required is a 7:00 pm choir rehearsal every Thursday till 9:00 pm. A Saturday morning rehearsal likely every 4 - 6 weeks from 10:00 am -1:00 pm. Our morning begins on Sundays at 8:00 am to prepare for the 9:00 am service and should you only sing at the 11:00 am service, you are required to be present for 10:20 am. There is the opportunity on a volunteer basis to take part in special events like the Roy Thomson Hall Christmas Eve or Pride Day Celebrations when there are additional rehearsals required.

Are you are thinking of joining the choir? We look forward to welcoming you! For more information please contact the church office or check The Choir's website for answers to frequently asked questions.

"The Choir: Connected. Songs for the Heart " is NOW AVAILABLE!

In March 2006 The Choir, along with very special guest artists Alana Bridgewater, Julie Michels and Thom Allison performed in a fabulous concert series, which was recorded. That recording is masterfully captured on this 15 track cd. This sophomore cd offering from The Choir will uplift, inspire and move you with tracks that are rich and full and empowering.

If you haven't yet purchased your copy, now's your chance!

You can listen to soundbites and order your copy online from;
MCC Toronto Choir's Website.

"House of Love" is also Available for Purchase Online!

Release in 2003, this debut album showcases the outstanding MCC Toronto Choir and guest vocalists Alana Bridgewater, Mark Cassius, Mary McCandless, Julie Michels, Maria Piazza, Louise Pitre.

You can listen to soundbites and order your copy online from:
MCC Toronto Choir's Website.

Contact TEAM LEADER: TheChoir@MCCToronto.com

Welcoming Ministry
Every one of us has experienced that special day when we first came up the steps of Metropolitan Community Church of Toronto. We all came with many diverse feelings, expectations and most likely fears, but we all felt or hoped deep inside that maybe this would be the end of our spiritual isolation. Maybe this would be the beginning or the coming home to a new relationship with God, and a spiritual community that God is establishing not only in Toronto, but the world. The purpose of individuals involved in the Welcoming Ministry is to position themselves at the doors of our church to specifically encounter new people as God sends them to us. The individuals involved in welcoming will be separate from the Greeters handing out the Order of Service and separate from the Ushers. Those involved in the Welcoming Ministry will be trained as to how to approach new people, put them at ease and let them participate with us at whatever level they choose.

The Rev. Dr. Brent Hawkes has said that the impression new people make of a church is within the first twelve minutes, before the choir has sung or a sermon has been said. If you feel you would like to be involved in the Welcoming Ministry and make the first twelve minutes for a new person at Metropolitan Community Church of Toronto the turning point of their lives, then please contact the Office of Congregational Life: (416) 406-6228 ext. 114 or email CongregationalLife@mcctoronto.com.

Contact TEAM LEADER: Welcome@MCCToronto.com

Support Ministries

Lesbian and Partners Cancer Support Group
MCC Toronto has a support group for Lesbians and their partners, living with a diagnosis of cancer. This program is co-facilitated with Wellspring and meets on the first Thursday of each month to support, learn and share information about many aspects of living with cancer. Some meetings are held specifically for sharing and caring, while others include special topics of interest to the group of women.

This drop in program is offered at: Wellspring Odette House and The Coach House
81 Wellesley Street East, Toronto, Ontario M4Y 1H6 (just east of Church Street on Wellesley St.)

Time: 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm

For more information, contact call Wellspring at 416-961-1928 or email Jennifer Alexander.

Gay Men’s Cancer Information and Networking Group
A cancer diagnosis often brings about feelings of uncertainty, fear and isolation, as patients and their loved ones journey through the unknown territory of this illness.

Wellspring's cancer information and networking group addresses the unique issues and challenges experienced by gay men living with cancer and their partners who share their lives through a combination of informational, networking & support meetings. All sessions are facilitated by a professional leader.

The group meets every Monday 6:30pm - 8:00pm in Odette House, conveniently located at 81 Wellesley St. East (South East corner of Church & Wellesley) For more information men can call Wellspring at (416) 961-1928.