Dominion-Chalmers United Church

dates. November 6-15, 2025

venue. The Gladstone Theatre

credits. Isak Dinesen (Karen Blixen), Abigail Killeen, Rose Courtney

This 2018 adaptation conceived and developed by Abigail Killeen and written by Rose Courtney reimagines the classic short story by celebrated Danish authour Isak Dinesen / Karen Blixen (Out of Africa) as a rich theatrical event: deep, funny, sensual, dangerous and beautiful. It brings us into the cloistered 19th-century world of two loving, devout Lutheran sisters and tells us how they and their fractured community reluctantly, then completely, embrace Babette, a mysterious French refugee. But when Babette, much to the community’s shock, sacrifices all she has to throw a lavish dinner party, the dinner guests magically and inexplicably experience radical, infinite grace. Babette’s sumptuous feast is more than a meal: it is an act of supreme artistry that invites an abundant experience of forgiveness and transforms the entire community. Through Babette’s Feast, we learn how embracing the stranger can change a community for the better. The creators dedicate the play to strangers in foreign lands, for their courage and their gifts.

TIPPING THE SHOW

Keeping with the company's tradition of what's called "tipping the show", and in the spirit of the story of Babette's Feast, 9th Hour will raise money after performances for local charities that work to reduce poverty and homelessness in the nation's capital.

Week one of performances (November 6-9th) will focus on In From the Cold, an initiative of Parkdale United Church that provides opportunity for those experiencing poverty or other challenges, to come "in from the cold" and get together in relationship with others while exploring the mystery and privilege of giving and receiving in the context of safety, loving hospitality, respect and dignity.

Week two of performances (November 12-15th) will focus on the Westboro Region Food Bank, a ministry of All Saints Westboro Anglican Church, where the community is committed to feeding their neighbours who are most vulnerable to food insecurity. Operating over 40 years, they offer support to their neighbours by providing staples like cereals and grains, canned vegetables and meats, as well as milk, eggs, and breads.

You are invited to the official launch of The United Church of Canada’s newest hymn resource, Then Let Us Sing!, at Orleans United Church on Friday evening, October 24th at 7:30 pm. It is part of the celebrations of the United Church’s 100th birthday in 2025.

This is a great honour for the Eastern Ontario and Outaouais Region. Many of the musicians and composers from across Canada (from Halifax to Vancouver) who worked on this project will be here, including David Kai, David-Roger Gagnon, Pat Mayberry and Bruce Harding. The evening will be one of singing, celebration and learning as we explore the new music together.

In addition, the United Church Book Store (UCRD) will be on hand with copies of the book for sale.

All are welcome to join us!

Beautiful art can still come out of conflict ridden places. In Syria, the Awareness Foundation helps to rebuild the lives of children who have been forced from their homes by conflict. The children they help to recover from trauma are engaged in activities like therapeutic teaching, play, music, and art.
On October 25 from 2-5pm, join us at Parkdale United Church for “Stations of Peace,” an evening of viewing art pieces created by children of the Awareness Foundation, whose lives have been impacted by conflict in Syria. This event will offer a glimpse into the Syrian children’s lived experiences, memories, and dreams.
Co-founder of the Awareness Foundation, Father Nadim Nassar who is visiting from the UK, will be at the event to speak on behalf of their organization.
This event will not have an admission fee, but an entry donation is encouraged. Refreshments will be served. Prints of the Syrian children’s art pieces will be available for purchase. All proceeds will go to the work of the Awareness Foundation, a registered charity in the UK, working in Syria and the Middle East. All are welcome. Donations to the Awareness Foundation are welcome.
To find out more about the work of the Awareness Foundation, please visit their website:

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