St. Paul's United Church Scarborough
Peace & Justice Work
Jesus' message of 'Good News' is expressed in our faith by the way we build towards God's world of Peace and Justice: in our personal lives as well as our communities and around the world. The programs and partners outlined below are some of the ways that the people of St. Paul's contribute to making the world a better place, especially for the vulnerable and disenfranchised.
Simenya Journey of Hope School
The Journey of Hope School in Kenya has been a special project with St. Paul's for more than ten years. With the funds raised, we have helped to build the school, dig a well for clean water, expand the breakfast program, and support the salary costs of the teachers.
Along with a number of other churches in the Birchcliff / Cliffside neighbourhods, St. Paul's supports the local food bank. It is one of the largest food banks in Scarborough, serving individuals and families throughout South Scarborough.
Dr. Roz's Centre for Empowerment and Healing is located in the Cliffside neighbourhood, a short distance from St. Paul's. It provides emergency crisis and care to all those who identify as women, children and youth emerging from abusive relationships. Dr. Roz's focuses on providing a safe living environment conducive to healing and wellness. This facility helps them to recover from violence and trauma through an integrative and holistic approach.
The CRC is a United Church mission in the heart of Regent Park. Originally running out of the basement of Regent Park United Church, the CRC has expanded with the opening a new building that offers some 85 deeply affordable rental units, a daily meal program, clothing bank, advocacy and assistance programs, food security and education, and many more services to the neighbourhood.
