Kawartha Community Church

Kawartha Community Church is a Canadian nonprofit Christian organization registered as a charity under the Business Registration Number 872568514RR0001. Founded in 2001, it operates with the mission of helping spiritually seeking individuals become fully devoted followers of Jesus Christ, guided by the biblical passage Mark 12:30-31. The church embraces a contemporary approach to worship and community engagement.

Mission and Vision

The core mission of Kawartha Community Church is to support individuals exploring spirituality and faith by providing a welcoming and inclusive environment. The church aims to create a space where questions and challenging conversations are encouraged, fostering growth in faith and community participation.

Activities and Programs

Kawartha Community Church holds weekly Sunday services, which are geared toward people with no church background, making spirituality accessible and inviting to newcomers. Services traditionally occur at 10 a.m. at the Steele Centre of Sir Sandford Fleming College in Peterborough, Ontario. The church also offers youth and children's ministries, small group Bible studies, dedication ceremonies, and water baptisms to nurture faith development across all ages.

The church is actively engaged in community support initiatives, including sponsoring the Student Administrative Council food bank and organizing winter clothing drives. These programs reflect the church's commitment to making a positive impact locally in Peterborough as well as nationally and internationally through its mission support fund.

Governance and Charity Status

Kawartha Community Church is officially recognized as a registered charity by the Canada Revenue Agency, complying with all regulatory requirements for charitable organizations. This status enables it to provide donors with tax receipts and utilize secure fundraising platforms such as Canada Helps, which facilitate donations and ensure that contributions are directed efficiently toward the church’s mission.

Community Engagement and Giving

The church fosters a culture of generosity, encouraging members and supporters to contribute through various means, including online donations, e-transfers, and cheques. This funding supports the church’s operations, outreach programs, and charitable activities in the wider community.

The church’s contemporary and open approach aims to create an inviting atmosphere for those new to Christianity or seeking a supportive faith community, emphasizing both spiritual growth and practical outreach.

This article reflects Kawartha Community Church's role as a vibrant faith community and registered charitable organization within the Peterborough region of Ontario, Canada.[1][2][3][4]

[1] https://www.canadahelps.org/en/charities/kawartha-community-church/?sm=1 [2] https://www.kawarthachurch.com [3] https://www.charitydata.ca/charity/kawartha-community-church/872568514RR0001/ [4] https://www.kawarthachurch.com/support [5] https://kawarthanow.com/2025/02/28/non-profit-charity-plans-to-turn-kawartha-park-chapel-into-a-community-meeting-place-for-its-100th-birthday/