“We call these programs 'Mustard Seed' a name that evokes our roots in the gospel and our tradition of small beginnings that adapt to the soil in which they are planted.
- Gwen Smith CSJ
Mission
Mustard Seed, a ministry of Fontbonne Ministries, Sisters of St. Joseph, Toronto, offers a welcoming environment and sacred space for participants and volunteers to develop life skills, creativity, care for the environment and spiritual growth. Located in South Riverdale, we serve and collaborate with the local community and non-profit agencies.
Goals
- To welcome everyone without distinction, giving priority to those who might not otherwise have access to such opportunities.
- To involve participants.
- To collaborate by working in partnership for program development and advocacy with community members and agencies.
- To provide opportunities to nurture body, mind and spirit.
Our Programs
Mondays
- Sewing: Opportunities for creativity, supplies are provided. Bring a lunch.10 a.m. - 3 p.m.
- Conversation Café: Practice speaking English in a friendly environment. 10:30 a.m. - 12 p.m.
- Nifty Knitters: Learn to knit and crochet or work on your own project. Registration required.1:30 p.m. - 3 p.m.
- Followers of Jesus: Faith and sharing. Registration required.1:30 p.m. - 3 p.m.
Tuesdays
- Sewing: Opportunities for creativity, supplies are provided. Bring a lunch.10 a.m. - 3 p.m.
- Basic Computer Training: Offered to small groups2 p.m. - 4 p.m. (registration required)
- Community Kitchen: Delicious, nutritious, affordable meals prepared and shared in community. Registration Required.3 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. for $10/month
- Foot Care: Tuesday afternoons by appointment only.
Wednesdays
- Sewing: Opportunities for creativity, supplies are provided. Lunch provided.10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
- Whimsical Wednesdays for Women: Crafts, sewing, conversation. Lunch provided.10:30 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Thursdays
- Basic Computer Training: Offered to small groups. Registration required.2 p.m. - 4 p.m.
Fridays
- Friday Drop-In: Games, cards, coffee, snacks. Drop-in for adults/seniors. 12:30 p.m. - 3 p.m.
Saturdays
- Saturday Adult Drop-In: Lunch, conversation, games, music, coffee. October - May, 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.
- Clothing Bank: Open to participants during regular program hours.
About our programs
Programs are open to all and most are free; some require registration or an appointment and we will indicate when that is needed. For program times, please contact us at the number or email address below. See our calendar for upcoming events.
Mustard Seed
791 Queen Street East
Toronto, Ontario M4M 1H6
Phone: 416 – 465 – 6069
Fax: 416 – 465 – 6744
infomustardseed@csj-to.ca
To contact the director, Sister Gwen Smith, send an email to: gsmith@csj-to.ca or call: 416-465-6069.
The Mustard Seed brochure is available as a PDF file.
