Our all to God’s call

At the heart of our mission lies a commitment to nurturing spiritual leaders for tomorrow. Through your generosity, we’re honored to offer bursaries for theological education, supporting those called to serve in both ordained and lay ministries within the Diocese of Toronto. These bursaries span a range of educational pursuits, from general theological training to advanced degrees and Doctor of Ministry programs, all aimed at enriching the life and ministry of our Church.

The bursaries are designed to ensure that financial barriers don’t hinder the spiritual and academic growth of potential leaders in our Church. They are need-based, focusing on helping students who otherwise might face challenges in completing their programs.

“To make a long story short, with the support of my parish, St. Peter’s Erindale, I eventually began to discern a call to the priesthood. As I prayerfully discerned this call, I also had to think of practical things like how I was going to pay to live and move through seminary! I am thankful that during my time in seminary I was awarded a bursary from the Bishop’s Company.” – The Rev. Roshni Jayawardena

Your support not only aids in the academic and spiritual formation of future leaders but also invests in the ongoing vitality and growth of the Anglican Church. Let us work together to empower those called to lead and serve!

“Whoever is kind to the poor lends to the Lord, and will be repaid in full.” – Proverbs 19:17

FaithWorks embodies our Anglican commitment to living out the gospel’s call to serve the least among us.

Our ministry partners are the hands and feet of Christ’s love in action, feeding the hungry, sheltering the homeless, caring for the sick, and standing alongside the marginalized across the Diocese of Toronto.

“I’ve found a sense of safety and family I never had before. FaithWorks has been my beacon of hope.” – A grateful participant at The Dam

You gift supports faith in action, addressing the urgent needs of the most vulnerable while transforming societal attitudes and structures that perpetuate inequality and injustice.

Together, we can turn compassion into action, embodying the love of Christ and nurturing local communities.

“Tend the flock of God that is in your charge, exercising the oversight, not under compulsion but willingly, as God would have you do it—not for sordid gain but eagerly. Do not lord it over those in your charge, but be examples to the flock.” – 1 Peter 5:2-3

The bishop’s ministries play a pivotal role in supporting and developing the leadership and liturgical practices within the Diocese of Toronto. Through administrative support, resources for enhancing worship, and professional development opportunities for clergy and lay staff, you ensure our community’s spiritual and operational foundation.

Programs like Fresh Start and Momentum specifically address the needs of clergy at transitional points and at the outset of their ministries, fostering a well-prepared, supportive environment for all.

The bishop’s ministries reflect the heart of our diocesan mission, supporting the vital role of the bishop in nurturing the spiritual life and growth of our community, steering us towards God’s vision for the Church.

“The Lord is my shepherd, I shall not want.” – Psalm 23:1

Join us in contributing to a future where our Church continues to grow in hope, compassion and faithfulness.

“For in Christ Jesus you are all children of God through faith. As many of you as were baptized into Christ have clothed yourselves with Christ. There is no longer Jew or Greek, there is no longer slave or free, there is no longer male and female; for all of you are one in Christ Jesus.” – Galatians 3:26-28

The Anglican Diocese of Toronto Foundation is committed to building bridges of understanding and reconciliation with our Indigenous siblings. We strive to listen deeply, learn from our shared history, and engage in meaningful actions that contribute to healing and unity.

Your support for Indigenous ministries helps by enabling vital programs like Toronto Urban Native Ministry to offer counseling, spiritual care and community services, fostering reconciliation and celebrating the rich spiritual traditions of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis communities across our Diocese.

“He has told you, O mortal, what is good; and what does the Lord require of you but to do justice, and to love kindness, and to walk humbly with your God?” – Micah 6:8

Your gifts help to engage in dialogues, educational programs and collaborative projects that aim to support the well-being and thriving of Indigenous peoples within our Church and society.

“Walk about Zion, go all around it, count its towers, consider well its ramparts; go through its citadels, that you may tell the next generation.” – Psalm 48:12-13

Your support to the Anglican Diocese of Toronto Foundation directly contributes to the spiritual development of our clergy and laity through the Most Reverend Frederick James Hiltz Scholarship Fund. The scholarships offer the unique opportunity to study at St. George’s College, Jerusalem.

“I have returned from my pilgrimage as a changed person. I cannot pinpoint the change; however, I can say that I am more emotional in my faith, as if the words have leaped from the pages with life and deeper significance. The pilgrimage has given me an immeasurable improvement in my understanding and appreciation of scripture and the places of Jesus’ ministry.”  – 2023 scholarship recipient

In supporting the Foundation, you are gifting an extraordinary opportunity to walk in the footsteps of history, to study, reflect and pray in places of profound biblical significance.

“Sing to him a new song; play skilfully on the strings, with loud shouts.” – Psalm 33:3

The Anglican Diocese of Toronto Foundation helps to enhance the spiritual life of our communities through the power of music through the Douglas C. Cowling Bursary in Liturgical Music. This bursary, established in memory of a visionary musician and scholar, aims to inspire parish musicians and clergy to innovate and experiment with liturgical music and programming.

Your support empowers parishes to enhance worship and engage all age groups, ensuring music remains a vibrant and inclusive part of our spiritual life. Join us in honoring Mr. Cowling’s passion for accessible and creative liturgy, fostering a future of worship that celebrates community, creativity and inclusivity.

“Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly; teach and admonish one another in all wisdom; and with gratitude in your hearts sing psalms, hymns, and spiritual songs to God.” – Colossians 3:16

This bursary is an investment in the liturgical life of our Church, ensuring that music continues to be a vibrant and integral part of our worship, celebration and reflection.