Fresh Start is an online Sunday service at 8:30 am with a modern, informal, and engaging atmosphere. The service emphasizes interaction, featuring a time for meaningful discussions following a brief meditation.
A relaxed and welcoming environment, Fresh Start embraces the diverse perspectives of guest speakers. The music is contemporary and reflective, offering inspiration every week on issues that impact us in our everyday lives.
Where to find Fresh Start: Gather on Zoom at 8:15 am and the service will start at 8:30 am.
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85013630603?pwd=mh0eMILDjHzqtmeUOnYVpQzlnRQYak.1
Meeting ID: 850 1363 0603 -- Passcode: 889386
For March 15 - Rev. Roberta Howey
Vulnerability is one of the most challenging things for anyone to do in community. Being open about our grief and pain with others, and holding space for the pain of others, is not an easy task for anyone. But what happens when we let our guards down? Can we like what we see? And can we show that side of ourselves to God?
About our speaker: Rev. Roberta Howey is the Young Adults and Pastoral Care minister of Lawrence Park Community Church, a UCC community near Sunnybrook Hospital. Born and raised in Toronto, she was ordained in 2018 in the United Church of Canada. Roberta has served in churches throughout north Toronto, including Manor Road and Rosedale United Churches. She also earned her Masters of Pastoral Studies in 2025 with spiritual care internships in Scarborough General Hospital and UHN. She lives in St. James Town with her husband, Greg, and cats, Panko and Quinoa.
Upcoming Speakers
Mar 22 - Rev. Alexa Gilmour
Mar 29 - Rev. Chris Fraser
Apr 5 - Rev. Michael Shewburg
In addition to its regular services, Fresh Start actively engages with social justice issues. We've hosted impactful events on topics such as Anti-Racism and Truth & Reconciliation, sparking powerful conversations and leading to meaningful, actionable change.
