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A collective of twenty-two churches in downtown Ottawa
The Centretown Churches Social Action Committee (CCSAC) is a collective of twenty-two churches in downtown Ottawa. CCSAC was started in 1967 by nine churches to respond to social needs in the Centretown area. CCSAC has undertaken many initiatives on behalf of people who are socially and economically disadvantaged in our community. Since 1978, CCSAC’s main project has been oversight of the Centretown Community Food Centre (CEFC). CCSAC’s mandate also includes advocacy for social justice, especially for issues relating to poverty.
One month to go for our Walk for the Centre! We will be fundraising for our Centretown Community Food Centre by walking along Queen Elizabeth Drive on October 1:30-4pm. www.centretownchurches.org/walkathon/
A big shout out to our ever generous sponsor, Dave Longbottom, owner of Flora Hall Brewing!
Flora Hall is a neighborhood gathering place created to welcome and delight customers with delicious beer, food and attentive service. Dave's vision was formed by a lifetime of travel, other ventures and time spent observing great community gathering spaces. florahallbrewing.ca/.
Flora Hall opened in 2017 after repurposing a beautiful heritage building in Centretown. The unique award winning beers are crafted with love by founding Brewer, Rod Hughes, who helped make the place truly distinct from day one. Flora Hall is a proud supporter and sponsor of many important community causes.
Our Walkathon Chair, Doreen Barnes, was expressing gratitude for the $5,000 grant from Dave Longbottom at Flora Hall. Dave replied: "Well you just keep on doing what you do and we will keep giving the money! That is what we do!”
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You’re invited for a lovely afternoon of music at our CCSAC member church, St. Peter’s Lutheran Church, 400 Sparks Street. Ottawa Lutherans
Admission by donation.Tomorrow! Join us for a captivating afternoon piano concert where poetry and music come alive together. Over the course of one inspiring hour, Alexander will fill the church with the timeless music of Beethoven, Chopin, and Ravel.
And as always, admission by donation to support the artist!
RSVP here: www.ottawalutherans.org/event-details/st-peters-concert-series-presents-alexander-merpaw ... See MoreSee Less
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On October 19, we're hosting a mayoral candidates' debate on what we know is one of the top issues in Ottawa: housing and homelessness.
Hear how Alex Lawson, Jeff Leiper, Neil Saravanamuttoo, and Mark Sutcliffe plan to address the crisis:
Presented in partnership with Sciences sociales UOttawa Social Sciences, the Federation of Citizens' Associations of Ottawa, and the Center for Research on Educational and Community Services.
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Mark your calendar for wonderful music for an evening worship at our CCSAC member church, Knox Presbyterian Church Ottawa.🎶🎤🎼🎹🎺Knox has been hosting Jazz Vespers for well over a decade. This year the monthly tradition will continue with another wonderful line-up of musicians. We welcome all to this free hour of reflection and enjoyment. Mark your calendars! ... See MoreSee Less
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Applications Open for Student Internships!
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Applications are open for Student Internships at Knox for the 2026-27 academic year! This will be the eighth year of the KNOX STUDENT INTERNSHIP program and we're excited about the possibilities of ha...0 CommentsComment on Facebook
Much of discipleship happens without recognition. It is found in quiet obedience, unseen kindness, patient forgiveness, and choosing love when no one is watching.
Be Still and Follow celebrates these ordinary moments in which our lives slowly become more like Jesus. Discover the book and receive our free weekly devotional through the link in bio. ... See MoreSee Less
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CCSAC’s Summer Health & Hygiene project:
We delivered much-needed water bottles, socks and underwear to Restoring Hope located in our CCSAC member church, First Baptist Church Ottawa. And a supply of underwear and and socks to Ottawa Innercity Ministries
CCSAC is happy to support organizations in our neighbourhood as they supply items to those in need this summer.🌞🕶️🍉⛱️ ... See MoreSee Less
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As July comes to a close, take a moment to thank God for His faithfulness. Celebrate the victories, learn from the lessons, leave the regrets at the feet of Jesus, and step into the new month with hope. His grace has carried you this far, and it will carry you through what's next.
If you'd like to start the new month with weekly biblical encouragement, we'd love to have you join our free weekly devotional. You'll find the link in our bio. ... See MoreSee Less
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Every new week is an invitation to begin again... with fresh grace, renewed hope, and a heart surrendered to God. You don't have to have all the answers. Just keep taking the next faithful step, trusting that the One who leads you will also sustain you. 🙏
If this prayer encouraged you, we'd love to have you join our free weekly devotional linked in our bio. And if Mindful Christianity has been a blessing to your life, your support helps us continue sharing daily encouragement, devotionals, and Christ-centered hope with people around the world. Thank you for helping us point hearts to Jesus. ... See MoreSee Less
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