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March 29, 2026
Dear Forest Hill United Friends,
I am very much looking forward to sharing this year’s Holy Week Services with all of you.
On March 29, during our Palm Sunday service we will make a palm parade followed by readings, reflections, songs and prayers. During our time together, we will explore the story of Jesus’ entry into Jerusalem for the feast of the Passover, we will witness his sorrow over Jerusalem, and we will wonder at his boldness as he drives the money-changes from the Temple precincts.
On April 3, during our Good Friday service we will hear and reflect on Jesus Seven ‘Words’ from the cross. Again, the service will be a weave of readings, reflections, songs and prayers as we ponder the spiritual depths of Jesus' final hours.
Finally, on Easter Sunday we will gather in a joyous celebration of Christ's resurrection. We will lift our hearts and voices in songs of wonder and praise as we remember the tenancious and surprising hope to which we have all been called. We will lovingly adorn the cross with the beauty of blossoms and share in our Sacred Meal. We will remember the living Christ on whom our hearts rely.
Read more: Palm Sunday - Guest Minister Rev. Debra Schneider
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Church School Sundays at 11am
September - June
In-person Church School is offered September - June. Please bring your kids with you to church at 11am. They'll go out with Ann Fraser, a certified Early Childhood Educator, about 10 minutes after the beginning of the Worship Service.
Over the summer months we take a break from church school programming, but we continue to offer basic child care with a certified Early Childhood Educator.
Thanks for Supporting our "Little Free Pantry"
Our Little Pantry is emptied and refilled almost every day of the year. Drop by and check it out!
Most people think of Forest Hill as a neighbourhood of leafy trees, detached homes and people earning high incomes. What many people do not realize is that Forest Hill is also home to people on fixed incomes, immigrants and people who do not earn high salaries. These people may live in a home on a leafy street, an apartment building or in Toronto Community Housing. A characteristic they all share is the fact inflation is creating financial stress in their lives and may be contributing to food insecurity.
We are (almost) Accessible!
On December 14, 2025 we dedicated our new Accessible Lift marking the end of a forty year journey to make the building accessible to those who have difficulty with stairs.
Unfortunately, there are still a few construction tweaks required, so the lift is not yet open. Please check back to this website for updates before coming to church and trusting that you'll be able to use it. We are awaiting the final bits of construction to be complete before the lift can be inspected by the TSSA and licensed for use, but we expect it will be a matter of days before we can welcome you into it.
Events in our Region
Our Congregation is a member of the Shining Waters Regional Council, and there are events hosted by our neighbouring congregations which are varied and exciting. Check out what our neighbours are doing!
Forest Hill United Church - Living Faith Story
Forest Hill United Church is an intercultural community, created from several Christian denominations, and many socio-economic statuses. We come to church from throughout the city. Our diversity is our strength; we accept our differences and share this important aspect of who we are.
Our small welcoming community is created from incredible individuals who care and accept each other with listening ears, compassion and acceptance of our evolving church family. We walk together through all types of experiences, so we never need to walk alone. Our community is responsive to each member’s choice of orientation, gender, neurodiversity status and to those individuals seeking or questioning in their lives. Our care for each other is evident in how we look out for and support each other and support our church as our first and last home in Christ.
Jesus, spoke through parables, metaphors and used vivid imagery to convey difficult truths. Through symbolism, we liken ourselves to a honeybee hive, a small but mighty community, filled with worker bees in unity and cooperation working together for common good, just as followers of Jesus are called to work in unity. We seek pastoral guidance and leadership to continue our faith journey within our community.
P.S. The 🐝 bee emoji carries rich symbolism representing hard work, productivity, sweetness, community, and environmental awareness. These are some of our values.