Our Congregation
The Streetsville United Church congregation is made up of individuals of various ages and walks of life. Each comes with their own story of why they attend church and specifically, why they attend Streetsville United. Read more about what brings people to worship and become involved in the life of Streetsville United.
Our Ministry Leadership
Minister
Rev. Joe Hopkins
Joe Hopkins has been the minister of Streetsville United Church since October of 2022. Joe tries to lead the various facets of the church by three principles: authenticity, passion, and grace. Joe stays authentic by drawing on his upbringing and ordination in the United Methodist Church in central Pennsylvania (no taking the mountain boy out of him). Joe kindles his passions by enjoying the great outdoors through canoeing, cycling, and running; expressing himself musically through blowing a trumpet, strumming a guitar, and singing in the choir; and exploring this big, beautiful world and his new Canadian home with his wife. And Joe recognizes his everyday need of grace—the immeasurable power of God’s love—as he journeys with God’s people as a follower of Jesus of Nazareth, the Christ.
Joe’s education includes a bachelor’s degree in psychology and Spanish from Bucknell University, a master of divinity degree from Chicago Theological Seminary, and continuing education in new ways of gathering at the church. His professional background includes jobs in theatre tech, labour organizing, campus ministry, hospice chaplaincy, and landscaping (not necessarily in that order). Joe has led three churches prior to Streetsville United, including two United Methodist congregations in Pennsylvania and one in the West End of Toronto.
Joe lives in Mississauga with his wife and two cats. And he really likes coffee.
Music Director and Organist
Miyun (Michelle) Chung
Streetsville United Church is honoured to have Michelle Chung as our Music Director.
Michelle is a professional pianist and organist who sees her talent as an honour to God and a blessing to our church and community.
Michelle received her Bachelor of Musical Arts from the University of Western Ontario. She brings a wealth of experience as a piano teacher, musical accompanist for various instruments, and as a vocalist in choirs from a young age.
Michelle’s passion for teaching, singing and performing church music strongly supports the ministry of music at Streetsville United. We are blessed to have her with us Sunday by Sunday.
Contact
More information about our services, membership or events is available through the church office via email , phone at 905-826-1542 or by using our contact form below.
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