Summer/Fall 2023

"Be patient, therefore, brothers, until the coming of the Lord. See how the farmer waits for the precious fruit of the earth, being patient about it, until it receives the early and the late rains. You also, be patient. Establish your hearts, for the coming of the Lord is at hand.” ~ James 5:7-8 ESV

Similar to the farmer waiting patiently for the crop harvest and the autumn rain, TCM is proud to celebrate the harvest of this past summer, and the incoming fall season. As our staff continue to serve, patiently wait, and build steady and deeper relationships with the children, youth and families in our ministry communities, the harvest is plentiful. The Interns, Outreach Workers and Mission Teams from Flemingdon Park, Jesse-Ketchum and Kingston-Galloway have their own experiences of how God is working and showing the fruit of their labour. This verse also serves as a thoughtful reminder that we should not focus on living for this life or on things of this world, but instead in anticipation of Jesus coming again. We hope to continue planting the seeds of true hope that comes from knowing God, in the lives of each family we encounter. Thank you for being part of this journey in God’s good work!

In each of our three communities, we are so grateful to God for providing the summer teams that made Sonshine Day Camp for children and youth impacted by poverty possible. During the seven weeks of free day camps, our teams provided consistent love, care, kindness and patience in building relationships and memories, and in reaping the harvest for the Kingdom of God.

At Flemingdon Park, a child returned with a warm smile, excitement and fun stories to share with us. A mother appreciated the loving relationship our staff built with her child and all the fun they experienced together this past summer. Praise God! At Jesse-Ketchum, God continues to work in the lives of campers like Sabrina. Although she has yet to know Jesus as her personal Saviour, she learned that "We worship God because He comforts us whenever we're sad.” At the same time, the Kingston-Galloway team was encouraged by the younger children as they showed genuine curiosity and engaged during Bible time.

Thank you sincerely for supporting Sonshine Day Camp through prayer, volunteering, and donations. Check out how our summer went by watching Sonshine Day Camps highlights!

At summer’s end, we said goodbye to three of our amazing sisters.

Natalie and Tamara, our two Liebenzel missionaries from Germany.

Natalie and Tamara, our two Liebenzel missionaries from Germany. We are thankful for our time serving with them and seeing how each child loved engaging with them during programs. Their curiosity and love for Christ expanded, which helped them better understand what it meant to grow in God’s grace. While serving in the community, they learned to be vulnerable before God, to truly surrender their own desires to Him, and to trust in His sovereignty.



Natalie and Tamara share more details of their year-long experience at TCM in their blogs. Click the buttons below to read more!

Nuri Lee was our Outreach Worker in Flemingdon Park for the past 4 years.

We’ve been blessed to have Nuri as she brought so much joy and laughter to our team. She demonstrated God’s character to the children, youths and families in her ministry community and deepened loving relationships with each one of them. In her blog, Nuri shares how her ministry at Toronto City Mission has become a grand testimony in her life. She witnessed God’s faithfulness that shined the brightest even in the midst of challenging moments. 

“...I leave with the knowledge and experience that God has not left a day without transforming my own heart and spirit…never leaving me to face my own sins and shortcomings on my own, but to be met by the deepest grace and compassion…” 

Run For TCM: Toronto Waterfront Marathon 2023

ROLE MODEL MOMS (RMM) is Back!

We are filled with excitement and joy to announce that our Role Model Moms program is back! RMM is a GED Program that prepares moms who are over the age of 18 and do not have an Ontario high school diploma to achieve their high school equivalency.

It is our hope that by attaining their high school equivalency diploma, moms will have improved opportunities for employment that will better meet their family’s needs. We also hope to build relationships with them to help them restore their identity and self-confidence through the power of our loving God.  Free child care is provided while the moms are in class.

Classes will start on September 27th, 2023 and will run until January 2024

*Intake starts in September.

When: Classes run Wednesdays to Fridays | 09:30 AM to 12:30 PM

Where: East Toronto Chinese Baptist Church, 22 Carnforth Rd. (Victoria Park Ave & Lawrence Ave East)

• Subjects of tutoring: math, reading, writing, socials and science
• Childcare is free while moms are in class

Abigaille joined TCM through the Summer Internship program in 2019 and continued her ministry through various roles such as Communications Coordinator and Outreach Worker. While serving as an Outreach Worker with the Jesse Ketchum community, God grew her heart for mothers and their children. In September 2023, she transitioned into the role of Role Model Moms facilitator in Victoria Village. Abigaille hopes that the moms she works with will invite God into their story and will learn to lean on and trust in Him for guidance and strength in the steps they are taking toward their educational goals.

Introducing Carlijn and Luke as Outreach Workers

Carlijn Balanoy

Luke Goh

As a child advocate with a deep passion for Jesus and writing, Carlijn is thrilled to bring her skills to the Outreach Worker position for TCM to help build resilience in these young hearts. Through meaningful interactions, sharing stories of Jesus' love, and providing a safe space, Carlijn has been able to connect with the children on a deeper level as a Summer Intern for the past two summers. Carlijn hopes that both she and the children will grow in their understanding of Jesus and experience His unlimited love, leaving a lasting impression on their lives.

After serving in TCM’s ministry which included two summers of Sonshine Day Camp and a Year-Long Internship, Luke chose to answer God’s call to serve and love the children and families in the community of Jesse-Ketchum full-time. He witnessed God’s transformational power in the lives of the students and developed a passion for teaching from God’s word and sharing the Gospel. Luke hopes to be a light in Jesse-Ketchum through his actions and character, and that the children and families he serves would come to know who Jesus is. 

Volunteer at Afterschool Programs and Role Model Moms!

We’re looking for volunteers to help assist in our afterschool programs and Role Model Moms program in our four ministry communities (Flemingdon Park, Jesse-Ketchum, Kingston-Galloway and Victoria Village)

Current Volunteer Opportunities:

• Education Provided in Community (EPIC): Tutoring Program for children ages
• Role Model Moms: Tutoring Programs for Moms
• Kids in Community (KIC): Grades 1 to 6
• Youth/Junior Extreme (YX/JX): Grades 9 to 12 / Grades 7 to 8 

Sign up today and be a part of God’s ministry!

Join Our Team: Career Opportunities

(1) OUTREACH WORKER in Kingston-Galloway Community: Full-time position (24hrs/Wk)



As an Outreach Worker, you will work alongside our existing Outreach Workers to plan and oversee a number of community programs. 

Some of the key responsibilities are:

• Confidently lead and direct large groups of kids and volunteers in a program setting. Includes school year and summer programs.
• Recruit, direct, and provide personal and spiritual support to a team of volunteers, interns and placement students
• Reach out to parents and provide support as needed
• Take action to deal with incidents and parent concerns
• Connect with local partners such as community organizations and churches

For more information, click here to reach the job description.

(2) PARTNER RELATIONS COORDINATOR: Part-time Permanent position (24hrs/WK)



Your primary responsibility in this position is to oversee the partner relations activities to help fulfill Spark|Purposeful Giving by building a community of prayer, volunteer, and financial supporters.

For more information, click here to read the job description.

If you are interested, please send a cover letter including your motivation for ministry and resumé to Dorothy Wong at [email protected].