Celebrating 30 Years of Faith in Action
On Sunday, November 22, we join Anglican parishes across the Diocese of Toronto in celebrating FaithWorks Sunday, recognizing 30 years of generosity, compassion, and faith in action.
Since 1996, FaithWorks has helped Anglican parishes respond to the needs of people in our communities by supporting ministries that feed the hungry, welcome newcomers, assist vulnerable families, support people experiencing homelessness, and help those rebuilding their lives after incarceration. These include ministries such as One Roof in Peterborough, which serves people experiencing poverty and homelessness in our region.
As Bishop Andrew Asbil reminds us, FaithWorks is about more than charitable giving. It is an investment in people, in human dignity, and in stronger communities. Through our generosity, we help people move from vulnerability toward stability and hope.
This year, FaithWorks is marking its 30th anniversary with a special invitation inspired by Jesus feeding the multitude: “Jesus fed the multitude, now it’s our turn to help.” The anniversary campaign encourages additional giving to address food insecurity. Funds raised beyond the annual campaign goal of $1.5 million will be directed toward supporting parish food insecurity programs.
FaithWorks Sunday is an opportunity to give thanks for the many people who serve through these ministries, to pray for those they support, and to consider how our own generosity can help make a difference.
Supporting FaithWorks through St. John’s
FaithWorks is an annual fundraising campaign, and parishioners are invited to make donations through St. John’s throughout the year.
Offering envelopes: Use the blue FaithWorks envelope included with your regular offering envelopes, or pick one up at the back of the church.
Cash or cheque: Make cheques payable to St. John’s Anglican Church, with FaithWorks on the memo line.
Online giving: Donations may also be made through the parish’s usual electronic giving methods, including PAR, e-transfer, credit card, or CanadaHelps. Please include a note identifying your donation as FaithWorks so that it can be directed appropriately.
To learn more about the ministries supported by FaithWorks and watch the 30th anniversary videos, visit faithworks.ca.
May the eyes of our hearts be always open to the full humanity of all.
— From the FaithWorks Sunday Prayer
