Winter 2025

 “For God has not given us a spirit of fear and timidity,

but of power, love, and self-discipline.”

- 2 Timothy 1:7

Hello, Friend!

As we look back on the past year, we are filled with joy and thanksgiving for each of our children, youth and families God entrusted to this ministry. It’s an honour to walk alongside them as they learn to love like Jesus, discover their God-given gifts and take steps to make Him known in their lives. 

At every step of the way, your presence and generosity enabled God’s good work in Don Valley Village, Jesse-Ketchum and Orton Park communities to continue. Thank you for partnering with us and showing Christ’s love through the dedication you put into seeing families impacted by poverty lead transformed lives!

In this season of ministry, we celebrate the small and significant moments where hearts are transformed through the Gospel. From our youngest participants learning to be honest with God about their emotions to our youth taking bold steps in their faith through baptism, we are witnessing God's work unfold in many different ways.

We invite you to be part of the stories God is writing through TCM, and we hope these stories inspire you to continue praying and supporting the lives touched by God’s love.

TCM celebrated the birth of Jesus Christ with the families of each of our ministry communities! From delicious meals and desserts to wonderful worship and the sharing of the Gospel message, each celebration was a special time for our staff, families and volunteers to come together. We are deeply grateful for our partnering churches—Lighthouse Toronto Church, Stone Church, Heron Park Baptist Church, St Stephen’s Presbyterian Church, Chinese Gospel Church Scarborough, and Don Valley Bible Chapel—for their incredible support in making these celebrations possible.

The Gift of Christ enables us to continue building relationships through Christ’s love and walking alongside the children, youth and families we encounter through our programs. Thank you to everyone who joined, contributed, and helped create a welcoming space for them to feel loved, cared and belonged.

Click below to watch the highlight videos!

TCM has been selected as one of Chick-fil-A’s 2025 True Inspiration Award Winners under the Global Recipient category!

We are truly thankful to Chick-fil-A for acknowledging our efforts and investing in our mission! This generous support will help us to keep providing opportunities for children and youth impacted by poverty to grow as Christ-like leaders in their communities! Praise the Lord!

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Dominik & Lukas: Liebenzell Missionaries

In September of 2024, we welcomed Dominik and Lukas, missionaries from our partnering organization, Liebenzell Mission! They have been serving in all three communities, leading Bible lessons, arts and crafts and playing sports with the children and youth! Through their recent blog posts, Dominik and Lukas have shared that despite their initial worries and nervousness, they came to understand that God guided them to be exactly where they should be. 

Read the full story of how God transformed their hearts.

TCM participated in the TCS Toronto Waterfront Marathon on October 19th (5K) and 20th (Half Marathon), 2024! We sincerely thank each and every one of you who joined us by running with our staff or supported our mission with your generous donations.

With over $13,000 in donations, we are able to continue building loving relationships with the children, youth and families and sharing the Gospel of Christ through our programs. Thank you for your continued partnership!

On November 13th, 2024, we had a wonderful time of reflection on a year of growth and impact through the 2024 Annual General Meeting. We shared financial highlights that demonstrate our commitment to faithful stewardship and responsible budgeting that supports our mission. We also had opportunities to listen to inspiring testimonials from the parents of one of our Outreach Workers and a dedicated Youth Volunteer who grew up in our program. 

In celebrating TCM’s 145 year anniversary, we were reminded of God’s sovereignty and faithfulness that have invited us to witness His work bearing fruits in His timing. We are thankful for His steadfast love and generosity of your support!!

Click to read more about TCM’s ministry in our 2023/2024 Annual Report.

SpikeBack Against Poverty Volleyball Tournament Fundraiser

Join us for a fun-filled day of “spiking back against poverty” while making a difference in the lives of children, youth and families impacted by poverty!

This year's fundraiser will be held on Saturday, March 29, 2025, from 9 AM to 5 PM at Gibson Centre. Every serve, spike, and block will help send kids to Sonshine Day Camp at no cost with our goal to raise $12,500.

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Only 3 spots are left!!

Gather your team and register today!

For more inquiries, please contact

dwong@torontocitymission.com

Strikeout Poverty Softball Tournament Fundraiser

You are unable to participate in Spikeback Against Poverty? Save the date for Saturday, May 10, 2025! You have another opportunity to join our fundraiser - Strikeout Poverty Softball Tournament! Stay tuned!

We are looking for committed individuals who desire to become God’s hands and feet at TCM. We are currently seeking to fill the following positions:

Outreach Workers | After School Programs

• Support and guide children and youth in faith and leadership through engaging after-school activities in year-round and summer programs.

Outreach Worker | Role Model Moms

• Lead the Role Model Moms program in Victoria Village by supporting mothers in earning their high school equivalency, building life skills, and experiencing the hope of the Gospel.

Partner Relations Coordinator

• Coordinate and build strong relationships with community partners to support TCM’s Spark | Purposeful Giving

2025 Summer Interns

• We are looking to hire Summer Interns for a 10-week period in the summer of 2025! These positions involve three weeks of comprehensive training and preparation, followed by 7 weeks of active participation at Sonshine Day Camps.
• To learn more, please visit our website or feel free to contact Dorothy at dwong@torontocitymission.com for any inquiries.

Pastor Matt and his wife Sue have been serving at Don Valley Bible Chapel (DVBC) for over 20 years. They have witnessed that DVBC has been a cornerstone of this neighbourhood for over 60 years and has always sought to be a blessing to families in the Don Valley Village (DVV) community. 

Despite the challenges found in the community due to rising food and housing costs which have made living expenses unaffordable for families in DVV, Pastor Matt and Sue expressed that DVBC’s partnership with TCM helps them to better serve families in the changing neighbourhood, providing high-quality after-school programs and summer camps free of charge—services that the church wouldn’t be able to offer on their own.

Please below to learn more about how DVBC, in partnership with TCM, has worked to support families impacted by poverty and contribute to the well-being of the DVV community.