Our Mission
The Parish of St. Matthew's, Islington exists to ‘share Jesus’ love’ as a welcoming, inclusive, and diverse community where individuals and families grow in their knowledge and love of Jesus Christ, and learn how to practice their faith at home and in the world, for the purposes of partnering with Christ in growing God’s Kingdom in Central Etobicoke.
Our Vision
To be a growing, diverse Christ-formed faith community that loves and respects one another and creatively and compassionately loves our neighbor. We strive to offer inspiring worship, engaging faith-forming ministries, and meaningful social justice initiatives. We aspire to be a church that is known for its vibrant and practical faith and is both visible and integral to the well-being of our neighbourhood.
Our Leadership
The Reverend Philip Stonhouse
Incumbent
The Reverend Merv Mercer
Pastoral Associate
Dawn Mercer
Christian Formation and Education Director
Tyler Versluis
Organist and Director of Music
Bryan Tran
Youth Minister
Our Wardens
Karen Lee
People's Warden
Sharon Shao
Rector's Warden
Richard Farrar
Deputy People's Warden
Paul Lorimer
Deputy Rector's Warden