NABS is a group of people in their twenties and early thirties that are connected (loosely or closely) to Bloor Street United Church. We first met in January 2011 and since then have tried to balance social and spiritual activities. The group began in the hopes of building a supportive and fun community within the church.
The current group includes university undergraduate and graduate students, as well as people who are working (“young professionals” as they say). The majority have recently begun attending Bloor Street, and the email list continues to expand every month. Some people are able to come quite regularly to our gatherings and events, while others find that our busy lives get in the way and only come occasionally, or only come to activities that interest them. Regardless, you are invited to join the email list so that you know what is happening. Our faith backgrounds range from those who grew up in the United Church to those who grew up in a different denomination to those who are completely new to Christianity. We welcome everyone and hope that the group will continue to evolve to reflect the interests, both spiritual and not, of those who attend.
We currently have a regular get together on the third Sunday of each month following the worship service. We also usually meet a second time in the month, on a date that roves depending on what we’re doing.
Past activities include: going skating; movie night; planning and leading the Easter Vigil service; and attending an Interfaith Bible study. As of May, we’re also thinking about volunteering together; going to Stratford; having a summer BBQ; and going for an afternoon hike.