Through the tunnel of time

The Significance of the Dead Sea Scrolls for Judaism and Christianity

The Dead Sea Scrolls have been a constant source of fascination since their chance discovery by Bedouin tribesmen in 1947. They provide a rare, if not unique, insight into life and customs around the time of Jesus’ life and death. They contain our earliest copies of the books of the Hebrew Bible/Old Testament and many other Jewish writings that we did not know at all before this discovery.

Dr. Adolfo Roitman, an expert on the Dead Sea Scrolls, is the director and curator of the Shrine of the Book at the Israel Museum in Jerusalem, which houses Israel's collection of the Dead Sea Scrolls and the Bar Kokhba Cave of Letters materials.  He has made significant contributions to the understanding of the Scrolls and is involved in their preservation and display for the general public.  Dr. Roitman is a Rabbi and holds a Ph.D. degree in Ancient Jewish Literature and Religion from the Hebrew University in Israel.

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New Programs with the Sisters of Sion

For further information, please call 416 769 8805.

Programs hosted at: 15 Oakmount Rd, Toronto, ON (Keele/Bloor subway)

Did you lose someone you love?

Join a Bereavement Support Group

Death, loss and grief are a part of everyone's life. Pain, isolation and confusion are some of the feelings we can often experience after the loss of a loved one.

The mutual support and encouragement offered in a small group setting can ease the pain and struggle of loss. Sharing common experiences and concerns can help you discover new strengths and insights which can aid in your grieving and healing process.

For the past eight years, Linda Wisz has been the Bereavement Director at Nativity of Our Lord Church and has facilitated fifteen Bereavement Support Groups. Her experience in this role has evolved over the years, beginning with many years of personal experiences, and ministering one-on-one to those in need.

In preparation for her current work of facilitating Bereavement Groups, Linda has benefited from invaluable training and guidance from Kim Chiotti followed by Bereavement Support Group Training led by Dr. Alan D. Wolfelt, Ph.D. Director, Center for Loss and Life Transition, Colorado . She has also attended a variety of seminars and conferences over the past 20 years which have drawn her into this ministry.

Bereavement Group Sessions are now being offered; led by a female/male team willing to listen and help you work through your grief. If you have experienced the loss of a loved one in your life recently or in the past years, you are invited to join the next group:

Please Note: Pre-registration is required as space is limited.

The sessions are offered free of charge. 

Location: Nativity of Our Lord - Upper Room

480 Rathburn Road (between Renforth and Hwy 427)

Etobicoke , Ontario M9C 3S8

For further information, please call Linda at 416-435-7796 or 416-621-2732

Ecumenical Bible Study Series

Places and Times

      Students may register at the opening session.

      Thursdays: 1:00 - 3:00 p.m.

      September 15th - November 17th inclusive

     Annunciation R.C. Church , Don Mills   

     3 Combermere Dr. , at Victoria Park

Inquiries may be addressed to the following Registrars:

Ecumenical Scripture Study courses have been a feature of inter-faith dialogue in the Toronto area for the past twenty-seven years. Begun by Dr. Grwnyth Hubble, formerly on the Staff of the World Council of Churches, these groups have included members of neighborhood churches: Anglican, Baptist, Presbyterian, Roman Catholic, Salvation Army and United - who have brought their friends.

The coffee breaks are an important part of the experience, promoting informal dialogue with other committed Christians.