Our Ministries
Exploring Your Faith
Want to grow your spirituality? Looking for a safe place in which to ask your questions about the purpose of life and death and what it means to be fully human?
Through a variety of short and long-term study groups and workshops, you are invited to come together with others to celebrate our connections to each other and our groundedness in God’s love and compassion.
In addition to more traditional Bible study, you can;
- participate in discussion groups on a variety of topics like Progressive Christian Theology, World Religions, and First Nations Spirituality.
- find programs on everything from Grandparenting to Social Justice issues to the meaning of suffering, or seminars on such important spiritual resources as meditation and prayer.
- explore the meaning of the sacraments and your connection to God’s creation, as you enjoy walks through nature, and consider your relationship to God’s wider world.
- be assured that we do not shy away from questions about human sexuality, or the tough topics like the violence we find in the scriptures, or the ways in which the biblical message often contradicts the findings of science.
- explore who you are and who God is calling you to be through writing your spiritual autobiography or ethical will.
Whether you are a seasoned traveler or just testing the waters, you are welcome to join in any of our study and discussion groups! Please contact the Church office or speak with our ministry team for more information about current offerings or to suggest a topic you would like to explore.
Worship
More information coming soon
Bible Study
“THE DIFFICULT WORDS OF JESUS
A BEGINNER’S GUIDE TO HIS MOST PERPLEXING TEACHINGS”
by AJ Levine
Six Sessions starting 10 a.m., Friday, September 23rd, 2022 in the O’Brien-Sproule Library Chapel, Siloam United Church.
If you are like most people, you have struggled with many biblical passages, including some of Jesus’ teachings. For example, want to follow Jesus?
Then sell all your possessions and give the money to the poor, hate your father and mother, and become a slave to others!
In this study Amy-Jill Levine tells us that the name “Israel” means “to wrestle with God.” Likewise, she says, we do well to wrestle with God by exploring those teachings that confuse and disturb us and which, tragically, often continue to cause harm.
Remember that Jesus said: “Love the Lord your God with all your heart and all your soul and all your mind.” (Matthew 22:37)
This is what we will try to do this Fall.
You are invited to join Sheila for this fascinating new bible/video/book study by biblical scholar Amy-Jill Levine. No previous knowledge of the Bible is necessary, but if you have a Bible, bring it along. If you don’t, we have plenty to share at Siloam. All you need is an open mind and an open heart! And if you can’t make it Friday mornings, join us for Sunday worship virtually or in person when Sheila will explore the themes of this book in a sermon series she will be developing to accompany the study.
Books can be ordered through the United Church Christian Resource Centre or Creation Bookstore at 900 Oxford Street East, 519 659 2610.
Please note registration for this study is limited, so please phone Erin in the office or write to [email protected] to pre-register.
Music
Siloam United Church is proud of the music legacy that has grown and developed throughout the years. Our Senior Choir that features up to 30 voices and performs each Sunday morning as music in song is an important part of worship.
Siloam also boasts a 3 octave hand bell choir, the Siloam Sounds, who often perform during worship and for special events such as concerts and even weddings.
We provide a varied music program at Siloam. If you have a particular talent, and would like to participate, please contact us at the church office at 519-455-9201.Blythe
Young at Heart Group
Musical Theatre
Opportunity For All!
Ongoing Outreach Initiatives
Siloam United Church supports a number of ongoing Outreach initiatives both financially and through volunteer participation. We are proud of our committment to reach out into the community and the world.
The United Church Of Canada Mission And Service Fund
The Mission and Service Fund of the The United Church of Canada supports mission work here in Canada and overseas. It also supports the Services of the United Church such as theological colleges to train ministers and church leaders, summer camps, benevolent causes and conferences. M&S helps to support ministry in isolated parts of the country, and to uphold our community outreach and presence in the urban core.Siloam generously supports the work of the M&S Fund through s substantial monthly pledge as part of our budgeted committment to Outreach.
Click here to learn more about the Mission and Service Fund
Canadian Foodgrains Bank
Siloam’s growing project is on 21 acres near Ballymote, that is generously donated by MaryJo Fraleigh. In 2021, $14,325 was raised by Siloam United Church for the Canadian Foodgrains Bank.
Click here to learn more about the Canadian Foodgrains Bank
ELUCO (East London United Church Outreach)
Click here to learn more about The Life and Work of the East London United Church Outreach (ELUCO)
East London United Church Outreach (ELUCO) is a United Church ministry that advocates for and supports people to build community in the midst of challenging circumstances. This ministry primarily serves the Marconi community of south-east London but also includes the ELUCO Food Cupboard at Gethsemane Gardens and the Welcome Wednesday Hospitality Lunch program in the Huron East corridor of north-east London.
Currently, through our budget, Siloam United Church pledges $12,000 toward the annual ELUCO approximate $100,000.00 budget
Siloam Urban Garden and Orchard Project
Siloam United Church in conjunction with Urban Roots London has cultivated the vacant land at the back of the property.
In 2021 we produced over 3000 pounds of fresh food for donation to the ELUCO food cupboard along with other local agencies.
Next we are planning on adding fruit trees and fruit bearing bushes. Click on the image to learn more about this amazing project.
London Interfaith Refugee Sponsorship Alliance
Siloam supports LIRSA financially and also offers non-financial support through the time and energy of volunteers who help refugee families cope with day-to-day living.
LIRSA is dependent on human resources in order to sponsor and support refugees. The group encourages, welcomes and values the contribution made by individuals in whatever way they feel comfortable.
Every second, refugees somewhere in the world are fleeing from their homes and cities seeking safety. Their plight is hard for many of us to imagine. They leave because of fear or famine, but always with hope.
click here learn more about LIRSA