Latest Updates

We’re excited to announce Pastor Matt Rohr as our new Lead Pastor, starting September 1, 2025. We are so thankful for God’s provision and are thrilled for the future of our church under Pastor Matt’s leadership. Congratulations, Pastor Matt!

This year, our Christmas services will be happening on Tuesday, December 24, at 3pm and 5pm. Join us for a joyous gathering as we come together to embrace the true meaning of the season. Bring your loved ones, invite friends and family, and share in the love of this special day as we reflect on the joy and hope that Christmas brings. Visit hopemarkham.ca/christmas for more information and frequently asked questions.

During the Christmas season, our Elders spend time in prayer, seeking guidance on where the Lord would have us direct the resources He provides, to further His kingdom and bring Him glory. This year, through our Christmas Offering, we aim to support local and global partners, including Freedom Global Outreach, Heritage College and Seminary, Holy Sexuality Project, Langstaff Christian Assembly - Food Bank, Millar College of the Bible, Pregnancy Care Centre - Scarborough, RISE Support Centre, and Toronto City Mission.

We encourage you to give online. If you prefer to give by cash or cheque, please use an envelope and place it in the offering plates or in the white boxes at the back of the worship centre. In all cases, please mark “Christmas Offering” on your contribution to ensure the funds are allocated correctly, and include your name, address, and email address for accurate tax receipting. We are so grateful for your generosity and excited to see how God will use these gifts to make an impact in His kingdom.

We are so excited to share a Christmas playlist with you to encourage and comfort you through the season, and help keep our hearts focused on the true reason for the season—Jesus Christ. You can listen to the playlist now on Spotify. Wishing you all a blessed and Merry Christmas!

Thank you for your generous and faithful giving throughout the year! It’s been a blessing to see God working in and through you for His glory. As we prepare to issue 2024 tax receipts, we need to update your contact information and tax receipt preferences. If there are no changes to your information, you don’t need to do anything. However, if any details need updating, please take a moment to complete this quick update—it only takes a couple of minutes through this link.

Join us for our Churchwide Prayer Night as we usher in the new year by coming together to lift our prayers and petitions before God. Let us acknowledge that our days ahead are firmly in His hands and dedicate our time and resources to Him. May He receive all the glory as we unite in prayer.

Looking for a welcoming space to connect with other moms during the week? Join us for our Mom & Tot drop-in every first Monday of the month, from 10am - 12pm, in the upper Hope Kids area. Each session offers circle time for the little ones, along with engaging discussions on relevant parenting topics for moms. It's a wonderful opportunity to meet new friends while your kids enjoy a safe and fun environment to play. We hope to see you and your kiddos there! Our next playdate is on Monday, January 6, 2025, from 10am - 12pm. If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to Pia Almacen.

Would you join us in prayer for our Youth Winter Camp? Our hope and prayer are that students will come home spurred on in their walk with Christ. Please pray for health, safety, and for God to do a great work in the hearts of our youth and leaders. Thank you!

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The Young Adults Retreat, hosted by GFC East Toronto, is happening again at Guelph Bible Conference Centre! This event for 18-30 year olds is an annual opportunity to meet Christians from across southern Ontario for a great time of fellowship together. It's happening from Friday February 21st, 2025 to Saturday February 22nd, 2025. For more details and registration, click here.

We have immediate needs for those who can serve in these areas:

‍Security Team -- contact Sarah Lazres.

‍Hope Kids -- Nursery (9am), ECE (11am), SK - Gr.1 (9am & 11am) -- contact Jenn Lui.

‍Welcome Team -- Ushers & Greeters (11am) -- contact Sarah Lazres.

If you would like to serve in other areas according to the gifts God has given you, we would love for you to join us! Explore other serving opportunities here.

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Here at Hope Markham, we believe firmly in the power of prayer. We invite you to join us in an ongoing effort to depend on God through unceasing prayer. Our prayer team meets to pray during the 9am and 11am service on Sundays. We are always looking for more people to join! If you feel called to serve in this way, please email prayer@hopemarkham.ca. We believe that our prayers make an impact in our church and beyond, and we look forward to praying together on Sunday mornings!

Our Hope Kids resource library, located upstairs next to the nursing room, has a growing and diverse range of titles, from picture books to parenting guides, catering to both children and parents. Our library is open on Sundays. For security reasons, during service hours, the doors to the kids' area remain locked. However, after the service, parents and children are encouraged to browse the collection freely. We've also made it more convenient for you by putting our library catalog on the Church Center app, allowing you to explore books from the comfort of your home and borrow them when you come on Sunday. When you're ready to borrow or return, simply head over to the Hope Kids registration desk, where our friendly team will be ready to assist you.