Aygul’s Story The project vision for Harvest House (New Brunswick) in 2023 was to provide enrolment for 10 women in their addiction recovery program. A $3000 WDP grant funded the books and supplies for these women to take part in classes focused on education, empowerment and self-sufficiency – a chance to reclaim their lives. Here… Read more »
Category: World Day of Prayer
What is World Day of Prayer?
World Day of Prayer is an international, ecumenical event that began almost a century ago, bridging social, geographic, and political barriers. Over the decades, it has been an important ministry for women in Canada as they faithfully lead ecumenical services within their communities year after year. In 1895, the Anglican Women’s Auxiliary of Canada began a… Read more »
Charitable Donation Tax Receipts – how and when they are produced
Every dollar is important and your support is greatly appreciated. Here are some notes for online receipts to understand how and when they are produced: 1. Donors using the Donate button on wdpcanada.ca will be prompted for their contact information and a receipt will be emailed from CanadaHelps. 2. If donors use the CanadaHelps website to… Read more »
World Day of Prayer 2025 Banana Poke Recipe
8 bananas ⅓ cup water ¾ cup tapioca flour 400 ml canned coconut milk (the kind with the coconut cream in it) 1 Tbsp cornstarch ½ cup milk or almond milk 1 Tbsp sugar (optional) Place bananas and water in a saucepan and mash well. Cook on medium heat for 15 minutes, continuing to mash… Read more »
A Message of Thanks to a Retiring WICC Board Member!
After faithfully serving for four years, Nell DeBoer has retired as a WICC Board member. We will be forever grateful for Nell’s quiet and competent assurance, wisdom, and leadership by example on the Board and the chair of the WICC Membership and Nominating. The Women’s Inter-Church Council of Toronto are especially thankful to Nell for… Read more »
World Day of Prayer 2025 – Cook Islands – Recipe
Refreshments are always enjoyed during the time of fellowship after a World Day of Prayer service. These lime cookies will bring some “island sunshine” to your home and churches. Lime Cookies 1 cup soft, healthy margarine 1½ cups sugar lime zest from one lime lime juice from one lime (approximately 2 Tablespoons) 2 eggs 3 cups all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon baking powder ½… Read more »
World Day of Prayer 2025 Artist Statement & Bio
“Wonderfully Made” By Tarani Napa and Tevairangi Napa “I will praise thee, for I am fearfully and wonderfully made…” Psalm 139:14 Our Heavenly Father blessed our islands of the sea. From the northern islands across the ocean to the southern islands, the golden sun shines through the clear blue skies, and birds freely fly. From… Read more »
Spring 2024 Fundraising Letter
World Day of Prayer 2024 Report
There was great joy and thoughtful prayers across Canada as thousands gathered in person for World Day of Prayer (WDP) 2024 services featuring the theme “I Beg You … Bear With One Another In Love.” For many, it was a chance to not only pray and learn about Palestine but also meet for a time… Read more »
Irene Churchill (WICC President 2014-2016)
We were saddened to learn of the death of Irene Churchill (WICC President 2014-2016). Rev. Shirley DeMerchant (WICC President 2016-2018) shares her memories of Irene. “The passing of Irene Churchill (April 18, 1949 – April 15, 2024) brings much sadness to me but also wonderful memories that go back many years. Irene served for several… Read more »