Upcoming Events
Seaway Singers Concert - Williamsburg
Under the direction of Robert Jones, the Seaway Valley Singers will be presenting their spring concert on Friday, May 8 at 7:30 p.m. at the Christian Reformed Church in Williamsburg (just under an hour from St. Stephen’s). Tickets are available from Bob, Eventbrite or at the door. Titled Springtime in Canada, it will feature music from different provinces as well as music by Schubert, Handel, Rutter and Robert Fleming. Bob has been the director of the SVS since 2004 and will be retiring from this position in June. For more info, visit www.seawayvalleysingers.ca.
Women's afternoon Group
Come and enjoy an afternoon of games, goodies and conversation. Call the church office if you would like a ride.
Multifaith Housing Tulipathon
Get ready, St. Stephen’s, the Tulipathon is back and you are invited to join our Team! On Sunday, May 24, Multifaith Housing Initiative (MHI) will unite over 80 faith communities, dedicated supporters, and members of the public for a 2 or 3 km walk/fundraiser through the tulips at Commissioners Park. The goal is to raise funds and awareness to tackle housing insecurity and homelessness. Every dollar raised through Tulipathon goes directly toward rent subsidies, helping low-income families and individuals in MHI communities stay safely housed. MHI has nine housing communities and a tenth under construction. As a proud member of MHI, St Stephen's is committed to supporting our fellow community members who are in need of safe and affordable housing. To join St. Stephen’s team, or to donate, please visit the following link: MHI-St. Stephen's Team Page
Parish Picnic and Service on the Labyrinth
We will hold our service on the labyrinth outside the church. The service will be followed by a picnic with hamburgers, hotdogs and treats. Games for the children. If it rains the service and picnic will be held indoors.
Bring your lawn chair, sunscreen, hat. Tea and coffee will not be served to bring your own flask!
Easter Morning Service
Join us for our Easter morning service for a joyous celebration of the risen Christ. See you there!
Good Friday Service
Join us for the solemn observance of Good Friday, with a dramatic reading of the Passion and meditations on the cross. This service invites us to reflect deeply on Christ's sacrifice for our salvation.
Holy Eucharist, Foot Washing, Stripping of the Altar and Prayer Vigil
On this special evening, we will commemorate the Last Supper with the washing of feet, a powerful act of humility and service. We will also celebrate the Eucharist and participate in the stripping of the altar, followed by a vigil
Healing Service with Holy Anointing and Eucharist
This service, which focuses on the Ministry of Healing and the Eucharist, is an opportunity to seek comfort and restoration through prayer and the laying on of hands.
Taizé Service
Experience the peace and meditative atmosphere of our Taizé Service, which will feature simple chants, scripture readings, and moments of silence. This service invites you to quiet your heart and reflect on your faith.
Stations of the Cross
This reflective service will include stopping at each station for a scripture reading and prayer/reflection associated with that station. Hymns will also be sung at points along the way.
Lenten Bible Study with Evening Prayers
Bible Study with Evening Prayers
Reverend Lee is leading a bible study on Wednesday evenings during Lent with teaching, discussion, prayers and singing. The study component will focus on the Gospel reading for the following Sunday. All are welcome regardless of how many sessions you are able to attend
Lenten Bible Study with Evening Prayers
Reverend Lee is leading a bible study on Wednesday evenings during Lent with teaching, discussion, prayers and singing. The study component will focus on the Gospel reading for the following Sunday. All are welcome regardless of how many sessions you are able to attend. The sessions will be in person only and not offered online.
Women's afternoon group
Come and enjoy this monthly afternoon gathering of women from our parish and beyond. It is a time of fellowship, conversation, fun, board games, cookies/squares, coffee and tea. All women are welcome. Why not invite a friend to join you? Please call Carolyn at the church office (613-828-2472) if you need a ride.
Cornerstone Housing for Women - Coldest Night of the Year Fundraiser
Some members of St. Stephens will participate in the Coldest Night of the Year Fundraising Walk for Cornerstone Housing for Women. We will join the walk at the All Saints Westboro church location and would love to have you join us.
All team members (walkers), supporters and donations are welcome.
Please contact Elizabeth Reicker after church or call 613 731 4334. For information on joining the team or donating, go the the website: St Stephen's for Cornerstone
Black History Month Celebration
We will come together in celebration to enjoy a fantastic evening of delicious food, fashion, music and drama from Africa and the diaspora. You won’t want to miss this entertaining and educational event. There is no cost to attend, but a free-will offering will be appreciated.
To assist with planning, please sign up at the link below, or on the sign-up sheet in Church, if you plan to attend:
https://forms.gle/JcUQdXkXQAiPRSjU8
Ash Wednesday Service (Evening)
Join us at 7:00 p.m. for the imposition of ashes and the Eucharist as we begin our journey through Lent. This service will be in person and by Zoom. If you would like to join the service on Zoom but are not on our email list, please call the church office.
Ash Wednesday Service (morning)
Join us for our 10:00 a.m. Ash Wednesday Service for the imposition of ashes and Eucharist as we begin our journey through Lent. . This service will be in person only. Our 7 pm service will be both in person and by Zoom.
Pancake Supper
Back by popular demand! The men of St. Stephen’s will prepare a scrumptious meal of pancakes, sausages, ham, baked beans and maple syrup with cookies and ice cream for dessert. A free will offering will be appreciated. Further information please call the office. All are welcome.
Loonies for Lent
This year, in light of the ever-increasing food insecurity in our neighbourhoods, our loonies/toonies for Lent will support the Ottawa Food Bank. Throughout the Lenten season, you are invited to contribute by donating a loonie or toonie, or any amount you can, each day. Though this may sound like an insignificant amount, if each of us participates, imagine the difference we could make in the lives of people in Ottawa. Containers to collect your loonies/toonies will be available this Sunday, 15 February 2026 (in the narthex and by the lift) for those who are in church in person. The canisters can be returned on the collection plate up to and including Easter Sunday, or the total you collect can be sent by e-transfer.
Women’s Afternoon Group (February)
Come and catch up with your friends and enjoy an afternoon of fellowship, conversation, fun, board games, cookies/squares, coffee and tea. All women are welcome. Why not invite a friend? Please call Carolyn at the church office (613-828-2472) if you need a ride.
Trivia Night
You won’t want to miss this fun evening with trivia masters Ian Mackenzie and Rob Hosselet. Why not bring some friends along to join in the fun. To help us with planning, please sign up at the following link if you plan to attend:
https://forms.gle/MZK2AmNpTRYC8Gdf9
There will be questions for everyone, including children; and in honour of Black History Month, our trivia masters will test our knowledge of black history in Canada. The event will begin with a pizza dinner. There is no cost to attend, but a free-will offering would be gratefully received.
Women's Afternoon Group (January)
Come and catch up with your friends and enjoy an afternoon of fellowship, conversation, fun, board games, cookies/squares, coffee and tea. All women are welcome. Why not invite a friend? Please call Carolyn at the church office (613-828-2472) if you need a ride.
Christmas Day Service
We will celebrate Christmas Day with Holy Eucharist and sing carols.
Christmas Eve Service beginning with congregational carols
8:30 pm - The choir will sing special Christmas music alternating with congregational carols.
9:00 p.m.: Following our time of congregational carols, we will celebrate Holy Eucharist with more Christmas choral music led by our choir.
Christmas Eve Family Service
Our 4 pm Service will be a family service with Eucharist and carols.
Christmas Potluck following the service
All are welcome at our Christmas potluck which will be held following the 10:00 a.m. service. Bring some food to share and come and enjoy one another's company, perhaps even get to know someone new.
And for the children there may be a surprise visitor. Stay tuned for further details.
Christmas Choral Concert (at Saint-Rémi Church)
The St. Stephen’s Choir will team up with the choir of Saint-Rémi Church for a concert of Advent and Christmas music on Saturday, December 20 at 2:00 p.m.
Note the concert will be held at Saint-Rémi’s (the French Catholic church just “down the street” from St. Stephen’s). Paroisse Saint-Rémi is located at 2821 Dumaurier Avenue. There is a wheelchair accessible entrance facing Farrell Avenue. (St. Stephen’s Street ends at Farrell Ave.) For admission, non-perishable food items are requested to help Ami Jeunesse, an organization supporting people in need in their parish.
Advent Service and Christmas Decorating
Please join us on December 14 immediately following the service as we decorate the church for Christmas. Many hands are needed to help move the trees and hang the wreaths and lights. This year we will have a special “children’s tree” for the youngest members of our community to decorate. Come and help prepare our church for the celebration of Christ's birth.
Joyful Sound Ottawa Chistmas Concert
All are warmly invited to Joyful Sound Ottawa’s (JSO) Christmas concert. JSO is a community choir for people with memory loss, their caregivers, family and friends. The choir is one of the groups which share our space. The concert will be held at St. Stephen’s.
Women's Afternoon Fellowship Group - December
Come and catch up with your friends and enjoy an afternoon of fellowship, fun, board games, cookies/squares, coffee and tea. e will have a Christmas sing-song too! All women are welcome. Why not invite a friend? There may just be a little Christmas theme….
Please call Carolyn at the church office (613-828-2472) if you need a ride.
White Gift Sunday
This tradition at St. Stephen’s is inspired by St. Nicholas who is renowned for his acts of kindness and charitable deeds. Those who are able, are invited to bring a gift in the form of a monetary donation. Through your donations, food gift cards will be provided to families in need in our neighbourhood. Your gift can be placed on the offering plate, mailed to the church office, or sent by e-transfer to sstreasurer@googlegroups.com. Please make sure your donation is clearly identified as “White Gift”.
Women's Afternoon Fellowship Group - November
Come and catch up with your friends and enjoy an afternoon of fellowship, fun, board games, cookies/squares, coffee and tea. All women are welcome. Why not invite a friend?
Please call Carolyn at the church office (613-828-2472) if you need a ride.
Fall Food Fair
Come and enjoy delicious food at our annual Fall Food Fair.
We will offer a variety of jams, jellies and pickles. Our bake table is second to none with pies, bread, cookies, muffins and lots of other goodies. We will offer a choose and mix selection of squares so you can make up your own box. Stock up for winter with frozen foods for your freezer. Soup, chili, casserole, tortiere.
Stay for lunch or make it the focus of your visit. Our lunch is the best in the city with soup, cheesy melt, vegetables, and a plate of squares.
We hope to see you there. Watch for the signage on Pinecrest Road.
All Souls Day
In the past year we have lost several people from our parish family, and some in our community have lost family members and dear friends. They are greatly missed and we will take time to pray and celebrate the lives of those who have passed away since November 2024. Families and friends are invited to attend and participate by lighting a candle and saying a prayer in memory of their loved one. It will be a time of reflection and remembrance as we honour those who have gone before us.