Parkdale United Church
429 Parkdale Ave, Ottawa
We are a very diverse community
Everyone is welcome!
Our Vision
To form followers of Jesus in such a way as to transform our community and our world.
What we do
Parkdale's congregation responds to God's call and Jesus' teaching by:
- Uniting in joyful worship
- Providing Christian learning opportunities
- Reaching out to people in need both in our congregation and the greater community
- Promoting Justice
- Managing our Time, Treasures and Talents for the glory of God and the blessing of the world
Sunday, February 8th, 2026
Intergenerational Worship Service
Theme: Salt & Light
Worship Leaders:
Rev. Dr. Bob K. Fillier
Huda Kandalaft
Dr. Keith Hartshorn-Walton
Junior and Senior Choir
Rose C. and Eleanor Creasey
Moving in Spirit
Dramatic Reflection: Be & Do
Liz Harrison & Wendy McHenry
The Service Bulletin can be viewed by clicking here: Worship bulletin Feb.8
News and Events
Confirmation Class:
Meeting dates for the youth are Feb. 1 and 8 and March 1 and 8 after church with lunch provided. Please let Huda Know if your youth can join. Confirmation will take place April 12.
Shrove Tuesday Feb 17th
Once again Parkdale is pleased to be putting on this year’s Pancake Supper Celebration on Shrove Tuesday, Feb. 17th, before we gather for worship for our Ash Wednesday service that same evening, marking the beginning of the Lenten season.
Our Camino 2026
“Called to imagine….”
Where is God calling us this Lenten Season?
Sharing together in reflection and prayer
From Ash Wednesday, February 18th to Holy Saturday. April 5th
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0C48AAAE22AAFBC43-62079158-camino
Lenten study – Bless, Break, Share
Join us for our weekly Lenten study group using the book Bless, Break, Share, featuring inspiring devotions and prayers for each day of Lent, along with recipes from throughout the United Church. Register for our Wednesday mid-afternoon session in the Upper Room or the Wednesday evening online session through the main office. 10 copies have been ordered and are available for purchase through the office for $14.00. The book is also available online as an e-book. Get your copy soon and be ready to start the journey with Bless, Break, Share with readings that start on February 18.
Kitchen Conversations with the Moderator
We are so excited to announce Kitchen Conversations with the Moderator, a new six-part video series coming this Lent exploring food, faith, and the power of invitation, hosted by the Right Rev. Dr. Kimberly Heath. Stay tuned for episodes on the Kitchen Conversations webpage and The United Church of Canada YouTube channel.
VBS Parkdale Summer Camp 2026:
Our summer camp this year will be on the week of Aug. 17-21. Mark your calendar and start getting ready for a fabulous week at camp! Registration starts on Feb.22. Click [HERE] for more information and registration.
View the video of the worship service here:
To view previous SERVICE VIDEOS and SUNDAY SCHOOL lessons click here
In From The Cold
On Saturdays, 2 PM to 5 PM
Early Nov. to end of March
The IN FROM THE COLD program is underway for the 2025-2026 Season.
Please [click here] for details.
Parkdale Calendar
Please note that, some meetings and activities that normally take place at the church are held online.
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