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The Orthodox Christian Students' Association (OCSA) services activities for students, by students, on or near downtown Toronto campuses. SMSK also has its own university and college ministry, which meets on a weekly basis. We also provide on campus evangelism and community building ministry. Student Services @ SMSK A ministry of love, integration, and outreach. Welcome to Student Services at St. Moses & St. Katherine Coptic Orthodox Church! Nestled in the heart of downtown Toronto, with an ever-growing student population, SMSK is here to serve you during your studies, and beyond. Orthodox Christian Students' Association (OCSA) The Orthodox Christian Students' Association (OCSA) services activities for students, by students, on or near campus. OCSA services the University of Toronto, Toronto Metropolitan University, OCAD University, and George Brown College. OCSA services include: socials, sandwich runs, Study Hall, on campus liturgies, Bible Study, prayer groups, and Life Groups. For more information, please. contact students@smsk.ca SMSK University/College Ministry In addition to OCSA, SMSK also has its own university and college ministry, which meets on a weekly basis. This ministry is ideal for students who live downtown, students who consider SMSK their home church, and anyone else who would like to attend. In addition to weekly meetings, SMSK's university & college ministry also plans regular student socials, overnight trips, retreats, day trips, and much more! For more information, please contact Mark Eskandar, or Mary Arsanious. SHIP (On-Campus Evangelism Ministry) Ever felt an urge to share the gospel with your fellow student? Do you yearn to provide your classmates with the answers to life's burning questions, for which they so desperately search? SHIP might be the right ministry for you. SHIP is SMSK's on-campus evangelism and community building ministry. For more information, please contact ship@smsk.ca

Welcome to SMSK kids where kids can learn about Christ and incorporate Him on the playground at school and their everyday life. Join us for Sunday school after liturgy during Fr. John’s sermon. PRE-SCHOOL An environment designed with children ages six weeks–Pre-K in mind. Welcome to SMSK kids where kids can learn about Christ and incorporate Him on the playground at school and their everyday life. Join us for Sundayschool after liturgy during Fr. John’s sermon. Parents can grab a cup of coffee before heading back to pick up their kids as they wrap up a cool craft to take home! We’re so happy you can join us to illuminate the light in their inner candle so that your kids may bring glory to His name! We love you and can’t wait to have you join our family. TEACHING ABOUT GOD IN A FUN AND ENGAGING WAY. Your preschooler can plan on lots of singing, dancing, and learning every week. WATCH ONLINE We've designed our content with preschoolers in mind. Catch up on past videos you missed or watch them again! Parenting is an important job! You want to get it right and raise great kids. We want to help! We have a plan to help every child discover God, no matter their age! Your child will learn: God MADE me. God LOVES me. Jesus wants to be my FRIEND forever. This month in Waumba Land, your child is learning . . . Conversation Card Prompts for conversation between yourself and your kiddo! Verse Cling Put this verse up in a place where you and your child see it every day! Here's how to start your journey. Fun Music Video Get ready to clap, dance and spin Raising Grateful Preschooler Teach your child about gratitude Make Obedience Stick Helping your kids obey right away Stay Connected Follow us on instagram For Parents Resources and opportuinites Waumba land is on Youtube Good, Safe FUN! This month in Waumba Land, your child is learning . . . Join Our Team We are looking for great people who want to have FUN Have Questions? We'd love to help Here's how to start your journey. Middle School Student who have faith of their own Elementary School Preparing kids to take on high roads High School Positive influences and good friends

SERVE OUR COMMUNITY SMSK has a host of community-based ministries that need your service "For even the Son of Man came not to be served but to serve, and to give his life as a ransom for many." Mark 10:45 Our serving experience starts here! Engaging in service is a great way of putting our faith into action, and being the hands and feet of our Lord, Jesus Christ. We've compiled a list below of services offered at SMSK, and services with which SMSK is affiliated. If you already know the service in which you would like to participate, please click here to get started, and let us know in your message. St. Peter's Mission “Love your neighbour, as I have loved you, in action.” The vision of St. Peter’s Mission (SPM) is to serve the marginalized and underserved communities in general, and the South East Scarborough community in particular. SPM provides lunches on Saturdays to 320 residents of Lawrence Ave. East and Morningside Housing buildings, as well as Christmas and Thanksgiving celebrations. It also provides for their needs in the capacity of furniture, mattresses, clothing, kitchen items, cleaning supplies, and other items. SPM has gained the trust of the communities in Scarborough, and now provides spiritual guidance as well as love, compassion, and friendship. During COVID, SPM distributed door to door lunches as well as groceries to alleviate the lack of Food Banks’ donations to this community. SPM has also provided books, puzzles, games, and more to help reduce their feelings of loneliness during a worldwide pandemic. SPM serves also Mornelle community by providing weekly dinners (restarting soon due to COVID) , a Christmas toy drive (150 toys in ’21), a Christmas party for kids , and helps organize March break and summer camps . St Peter’s Mission is always in need of new servants to help Scarborough South East community, Come join SPM! Contact Hanan at 416-518-3666 for details. Community Meals @ SMSK 4:30 - 6:30 PM on Saturdays 12:30 - 1:30 PM on Tuesdays & Thursdays Christmas Food & Clothing Drive Seasonal

Connect With Others Experience for yourself why we say life is better connected. To grow spiritually, you have to be connected relationally. Groups are a place where people have the opportunity to pursue authentic community and spiritual growth. When you join a group, you will spend time socializing, learning, and praying together. All you have to do is show up, join in, and be real. Groups for Every Season of Life SMSK Kids Committed Relationship Students Young Professionals Got Questions?

Welcome to SMSK kids where kids can learn about Christ and incorporate Him on the playground at school and their everyday life. Join us for Sundayschool after liturgy during Fr. John’s sermon. ELEMENTARY SCHOOL An environment designed with your elementary aged student in mind. Welcome to SMSK kids where kids can learn about Christ and incorporate Him on the playground at school and their everyday life. Join us for Sundayschool after liturgy during Fr. John’s sermon. Parents can grab a cup of coffee before heading back to pick up their kids as they wrap up a cool craft to take home! We’re so happy you can join us to illuminate the light in their inner candle so that your kids may bring glory to His name! We love you and can’t wait to have you join our family. HELPING YOU RAISE GREAT KIDS UpStreet is preparing kids for the road ahead. WATCH ONLINE We've designed our content with preschoolers in mind. Catch up on past videos you missed or watch them again! Parenting is an important job. You want to get it right, and we want to help! UpStreet is preparing kids for the road ahead. Your child will learn: That God loves them. They can trust him no matter what. They should love others like Jesus loves them. Here's how to start your journey. The Family Prayer App Take bedtime prayers to the next level What's the word poster Learn Upstreet's verse of the Month of Nov Jump Start A conversation about faith Keep UP with Upstreet Music Subscribe to our Spotify Playlist Stay Connected Follow us on Instagram For Parents Resources and Opportunities to connect This month in Waumba Land, your child is learning . . . Join Our Team We are looking for great people who want to have FUN Have Questions? We'd love to help Here's how to start your journey. Middle School Student who have faith of their own Elementary School Preparing kids to take on high roads High School Positive influences and good friends

Watch the latest messages from Father John Boutros, priest and lead pastor at SMSK. Watch weekly broadcasts, Divine Liturgy and live discussions from the comfort of your home. Join us for online streaming and live coverage at the Church. Can't attend in person? No problem. Divine Liturgy Sunday 9am - 11am & Thursday 6am - 8am Vespers & Midnights Praises : Saturday 7pm Seeing Red Series: Sunday 11am Meet with us online through our live stream. WATCH NOW Watch Recent Talks by Fr. John Listen - How to Hear the Voice of the Holy Spirit Fr. John Boutros Join Fr. John @StMosesStKatherine Church as he walks us through how we can avoid missing the point by looking at the heart. WATCH Jesus, King of Our Hearts Peter Fanous Sir, we wish to see Jesus! Tune in as Peter Fanous shares with us how he sees Jesus in light of the Pascha readings of Palm Sunday! WATCH Arise, O Sleeper Fr. John Boutros Fr John breaks down how he always prays the Liturgy spiritually, even from when before he was a priest. WATCH

Share life, faith, hope and Jesus at Alpha . Alpha is an 11-week course that creates a space, online or in person, where people are excited to bring their friends for a conversation about life, faith and Jesus. What is Alpha? Alpha is a way to inspire and equip churches to create a space where people from any background can encounter Jesus. The same Alpha content is run all over the world, by Christians of all traditions, and provides a common expression of faith. What does an Alpha Session look like? 1 Connection At each 2-2.5 hour session, there is a time of connection over refreshments and/or drinks, where possible. 2 Content The time of connection is followed by a talk on a subject central to the Christian faith. They explore the big issues of life and faith and unpack the basics of Christian belief, addressing questions like “Who is Jesus?”, “Why and how do I pray?” and “How does God guide us?” 3 Conversation After the talk, participants divide into pre-arranged small groups, in which they remain for the duration of the Alpha course. The groups provide participants with opportunity to discuss the talk in an environment where each person is free to ask or say whatever they wish. What topics does Alpha cover? Is there more to life than this? Who is Jesus? Why did Jesus die? How can I have faith? Why and how do I pray? Why and how do I read the Bible? How does God guide us? Who is the Holy Spirit? What does the Holy Spirit do? How can I be filled with the Holy Spirit? How can I make the most of the rest of my life? How can I resist evil? Why and how should I tell others? Does God heal today? What about the Church? Join Us! Email us at info@smsk.ca

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Welcome to Transit, our ministry designed specifically for middle school students. Our goal is to create a community where every student knows they matter and belong. The road through middle school may be bumpy, but it doesn’t have to be lonely. MIDDLE SCHOOL An environment for every middle schooler YOU MATTER AND YOU BELONG. Inspiring students to discover a faith of their own Welcome to Transit, our ministry designed specifically for middle school students! We know the middle school years can be complicated. Students are growing up fast and need a place where they can learn how God sees them. Our goal is to create a community where every student knows they matter and belong. The road through middle school may be bumpy, but it doesn’t have to be lonely. New here? Everything we do centers around small groups. Register your student to join one of our groups. Groups are only available for local students. What's happening in Transit Take the next step: Baptism An opportunity to share what God has done Navigating mental health Parent and Leader Resources Transit gatherings Save the dates Be a difference maker Volunteers make Transit possible Explore ways to serve others and find resources for you. Here's how to start your journey. Middle School Student who have faith of their own Elementary School Preparing kids to take on high roads High School Positive influences and good friends

InsideOut is our ministry that is designed for high schoolers. Join us for a live band, practical teaching and guided group discussion at 4:30 pm. We are committed to equipping students to successfully navigate high school and develop a faith of their own. HIGH SCHOOL An environment designed with 9-12th grade students in mind. AUTHENTIC FRIENDSHIPS. POSITIVE ROLE MODELS. A PLACE WHERE YOU BELONG. The Coptic church spans the world There is probably a local church in your area Welcome to InsideOut, our ministry designed specifically for 9–12th grade students! InsideOut meets weekly at 4:30 p.m. in the Theater. Join us for a live band, practical teaching and guided group discussion. InsideOut small groups are led by adults committed to equipping students to successfully navigate high school and develop a faith of their own. If you need assistance joining a group, please email us. Opportunities to Serve FOOD AND FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE Resources for those experiencing hardship Emotional Support Resources to manage anxiety and stress Recovery Support on the journey to recovery Counseling Referrals Trusted professional counselors Career Assistance Help in the midst of career transition What's Happening in InsideOut FOOD AND FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE Resources for those experiencing hardship Student Impact Serving the church Join the team Volunteers makes Inside out possible Baptism in inside out An opportunity to show what God has done Stay Informed Subscribe to our mailing list High School mile makers Shared experience for parents and students Connect with other parents Join our parent facebook group Explore ways to serve others and find resources for you. October A Grown-Up’s Guide to Kids’ Wiring October 7, 2021 – November 7, 2021 A Digital Event with Kathleen Edelman Join us as we sit down with author and temperament coach Kathleen Edelman. November Become a Volunteer October 22, 2021 – November 12, 2021 St Moses & St Katherine Church Learn more about our top three current volunteer roles. Become a Volunteer October 22, 2021 – November 12, 2021 St Moses & St Katherine Church Learn more about our top three current volunteer roles. Stay Connected Throughout the Week Other Environments for Kids and Students Middle School Student who have faith of their own Elementary School Preparing kids to take on high roads High School Positive influences and good friends

TIME WITH GOD Establishing a Habit of Connecting with God Do you wish you could hear from God? In our relationships with other people, we grow by being present and listening to each other. The same is true for our relationship with God. God desires a close relationship with each one of us. But we must choose to make time for him and to quiet the world around us to hear from him. We want to help you create a habit of spending consistent time with God. We’ve provided a short video with tips on connecting with God. We’ve also provided a way to access reading plans to get you started. Explore Plans The Bible for Grown-Ups 5-Day Reading Plan Many of us know some Bible stories, but very few of us know the story of the Bible. Do you know how the Bible came to be? Knowing the story of the Bible is as important as knowing what’s in the Bible because if you don’t know it, it’s easy to discount or dismiss the stories in the Bible. In this 5-day reading plan, Andy explores the story of how we got the Bible and how it sheds light and gives us insight into the stories in the Bible. Five Things God Uses to Grow Your Faith 6-Day Reading Plan Your faith in God matters to God. And he’s committed to growing it. Big. Imagine how differently you would respond to difficulties, temptations, and even good things if you knew with certainty that God was in all of it and was planning to leverage it for good. In this reading plan, Andy Stanley builds a biblical case for five things God uses to grow BIG faith. Better 4-Day Reading Plan Whether you are starting a new year, or you just want to make a change, these principles will help you have a better year than the last. Learn how to let go of what is hindering you and allow God to lead you to a better life. When, God? 7-Day Reading Plan Have you ever felt like God was inattentive, uncooperative, or late? In this 7-day reading plan, Andy Stanley shares stories from the New Testament about three different men who felt that God was not responding in their time of need. These stories teach us that we can walk through difficult times and know that God is still with us—he isn’t inattentive, he isn’t uncooperative, and he is never, ever late.

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