God’s Love and Grace: The Heart of Our Faith
At the centre of everything we believe is this: God is love. We believe in one God—Creator, Redeemer, and Sustainer—who made the world in love, holds it in love, and never stops reaching out to us in love.
God is revealed most fully in Jesus Christ, who showed us what that love looks like in real life—through compassion, justice, humility, and healing. Jesus lived among us, shared in our joys and struggles, died on the cross, and rose again so that we might know the depth of God’s grace and the promise of new life.
We experience God's presence through the Holy Spirit, who comforts, challenges, and empowers us. The Spirit moves in and among us, guiding our steps and helping us grow in faith, hope, and love.
God’s love is not something we earn—it is a gift. Grace means that no matter who we are or where we’ve been, we are loved, forgiven, and welcomed into God’s story.

 

Following Jesus: Our Example and Hope
We follow Jesus Christ, who lived fully, loved deeply, and gave himself completely for the sake of the world. He walked among us, shared meals with outsiders, healed the brokenhearted, and challenged systems of oppression. He was crucified—and yet that was not the end of the story. He rose again, breaking the power of fear, injustice, and even death itself.
Through Jesus, we come to know God’s love in a personal and powerful way. In him, we see what grace looks like with skin on—offering forgiveness, restoring dignity, and extending welcome to all.

Jesus doesn’t just offer us hope for life after death—he shows us how to live now. He calls us to a way of compassion, justice, humility, and peace, and invites us to follow him in building a world where everyone can flourish.

 

The Bible: Inspired and Living Word
We believe the Bible is the inspired Word of God—a unique and trustworthy witness to who God is and how God is at work in the world. It was written by people of faith, guided by the Holy Spirit, over many generations. We don’t read it as a rulebook or history textbook, but as a living story that invites us into relationship with God. As we read and interpret Scripture together—through study, prayer, and community—we seek to understand what it meant then, and what it means for us today. We trust that the same Spirit who inspired the writers helps us listen with open hearts and minds.

 

Sacraments: Signs of God’s Grace
We celebrate two sacraments: Baptism and Communion (the Lord’s Supper).
Sacraments are visible signs of God’s invisible grace—gifts that remind us of God's presence, love, and promises. They don’t depend on us having everything figured out; they are about what God is doing in us and among us. In both sacraments, we experience something holy through everyday things—water, bread, and cup. They remind us that God is close, even in the ordinary.

Baptism: Belonging to God and the Church
Baptism is a sign and seal of God’s grace. It marks our belonging to God and to the whole Church—past, present, and future. Baptism is not about having all the answers; it’s about God’s promise to be with us, love us, and call us into new life. We baptize only once, but we live into our baptism every day.

Infant Baptism

We baptize infants because we believe God’s love surrounds us before we can understand or respond. It’s a sign that this child already belongs to God and is embraced by the church community. The family and congregation make promises to nurture the child in faith, helping them grow into the fullness of life God offers.

Later on, when the child is ready, they have the opportunity to affirm their faith for themselves—often through a public profession of faith or confirmation. At that time, they claim the promises of baptism and commit to following Jesus in their own way.

Adult Baptism

We also baptize youth and adults who come to faith later in life and have not been baptized before. When someone chooses to follow Jesus and be baptized, it is a joyful and powerful moment. In baptism, they declare their trust in God, turn toward a new way of living, and are welcomed into the family of faith.

Communion/Lord’s Supper(remembering Christ’s love and presence among us)

Also called The Lord’s Supper or the Eucharist, Communion is a simple yet sacred meal where we remember Jesus—his life, his love, his death, and his rising again. It’s a sign of God’s grace, a way we experience Christ’s presence among us, and a foretaste of the great feast to come in God’s kingdom.

At the table, we share bread and cup as symbols of Jesus’ body and blood, given for us. It's not just about looking back—Communion strengthens us here and now, and sends us out to love and serve the world. You don’t need to have everything figured out to take part. All who trust in Jesus, or who want to be part of this community of hope and love, are welcome at the table. It’s Christ’s table—not ours—and there’s always room.
We celebrate Communion regularly in worship, and it reminds us that we are one body, united in Christ, nourished for the journey.

The Church
We are a part of the one holy, catholic (universal), and apostolic church.

The Church: A Community of Faith and Shared Leadership
We believe that the Church is more than a building or a Sunday service—it’s a community of people who seek to follow Jesus together. We are part of the one holy, catholic (which means “universal”), and apostolic church—connected across time and space with all those who have trusted in Christ.
As Presbyterians, we believe in shared leadership. Our name comes from the Greek word presbyteros, meaning “elder.” In our church, both ministers and elders work together to guide and care for the community. We believe the Holy Spirit speaks through the gathered people of God, so we make decisions together—through prayer, conversation, listening, and discernment.
The church isn’t perfect—but it’s a place where we grow, worship, ask questions, serve others, and discover again and again that God is with us. We are called not just to go to church, but to be the church—a living sign of hope, love, and good news in the world.

Mission and Justice: Faith in Action, Love in Motion
We are called to serve others, seek justice, and care for creation. We work locally and globally for peace, equity, and healing in the world.

We believe that following Jesus means putting love into action. It means caring deeply—for people, for creation, and for justice. In the Presbyterian Church in Canada, and right here in our congregation, we live out our faith by responding to the real needs of our community and world.
Jesus spent his life with people on the margins—feeding the hungry, healing the sick, challenging injustice, and inviting everyone to the table. We try to follow that example in big and small ways.

Here’s how we live that out right now:

Supporting Students
Being near a university, we offer a welcoming space for students to be known, loved, and supported. Whether it's through student socials, meals, mental health support thoruhg informal conversations and connection, or simply a place to breathe and belong, we want students to know they're not alone.

Feeding Our Neighbours
Through our food cupboard, we provide groceries and essential items to people facing food insecurity. It’s not just about handing out food—it’s about building relationships and letting people know they matter.

Caring for Creation
We believe the Earth is God’s good gift, and we’re called to care for it with respect. From reducing waste to exploring sustainable practices, we’re learning how to be better stewards of creation.

Seeking Justice Together
We are committed to equity, reconciliation, and advocacy. That includes affirming LGBTQ+ people, standing against racism, walking alongside Indigenous communities in truth and reconciliation, and working toward a more just and compassionate world.

Our mission isn’t charity—it’s community. It’s not about us helping “them,” but about all of us walking together, learning from one another, and reflecting God’s love in a hurting world.

Inclusion and Grace : A Place for Everyone
We believe that God’s love is wide, deep, and welcoming. Every person is made in the image of God and deeply loved—no exceptions.
As followers of Jesus, we’re called to reflect that love by creating spaces of belonging, safety, and dignity for all people. In the Presbyterian Church in Canada, and in our congregation, we are committed to being a welcoming and affirming church—especially for those who have too often been pushed away by faith communities.

We affirm the full inclusion of LGBTQ+ people in the life of the church.
That means:
LGBTQ+ individuals are welcome to serve in leadership and ministry
We joyfully officiate same-gender weddings
And we seek to build a church where people can bring their whole selves—without fear, without hiding

We believe in grace—that God's love comes to us not because we've earned it, but because it's who God is. That same grace shapes how we relate to others—with kindness, patience, forgiveness, and a desire for justice.
Inclusion is not just a value—it’s a practice. And grace is not just a belief—it’s a way of life.
We believe in grace—that God's love comes to us not because we've earned it, but because it's who God is. That same grace shapes how we relate to others—with kindness, patience, forgiveness, and a desire for justice.

We are still learning and growing. But we’re committed to becoming a more inclusive church:
welcoming people of all races, cultures, and backgrounds
affirming LGBTQ+ individuals as full and equal members
making space for people of all ages, abilities, and experiences
listening to the voices of those who’ve been marginalized or excluded by the Church in the past
Inclusion is not just a value—it’s a practice. And grace is not just a belief—it’s a way of life.