Event Details

Canada’s Premier Ecumenical Preaching Conference
Gather with preachers, theologians, and ministry leaders from across the country for two and a half enriching days of inspiration, education, mentorship, and worship. Experience practical workshops, powerful keynote sessions, and genuine fellowship in the heart of Midtown Toronto.

Early-Bird Registration Now Open!
May 21 – July 1, 2025
Register now and save before the summer break! Take advantage of discounted rates before clergy step into well-deserved rest.

Conference Fees
Cost includes all workshops, meals and scheduled evening events. Payment can be made by credit card at the time of on-line registration. Cheques will also be accepted and made out to Lester Randall Preaching Fellowship and must be postmarked or received by the cutoff date to receive discounted prices.

  • $400 prior to July 1, 2025
  • $425 prior to September 15, 2025
  • $450 after September 15, 2025
  • $200 Student Rate

Fine-Tuned Preaching is an optional bonus session that provides constructive and encouraging feedback in a small group setting. Each group includes two experienced mentors with extensive expertise in homiletics. Participants are expected to deliver a sermon approximately 12 to 15 minutes in length. Group size is limited to four participants to ensure personalized attention. If demand is high, additional groups may be added. Sessions conclude by 4:00 p.m. Many attendees have identified Fine-Tuned Preaching as one of the most valuable and impactful components of the LRPF.

  • $425 prior to July 1, 2025
  • $450 prior to September 15, 2025
  • $475 after September 15, 2025
  • $250 Student Rate

Cost inclusive of Fine-Tuned Preaching
Fine-Tuned Preaching cost does not include dinner on Tuesday evening.

Venues
The 2025 Lester Randall Preaching Fellowship will be held at two churches both located in the mid-town Toronto. The main venue will be Yorkminster Park Baptist Church. This is where registration check-in will take place as well as most workshops, meals and evening activities. A number of events will also take place at Christ Church Deer Park Anglican Church located directly across the street from Yorkminster Park.

Sunday morning services will be held at each of the participating churches.

  • 10:30  St. Andrews Presbyterian Church – Malcolm Guite & Steve Bell – Map
  • 10:30  Calvin Presbyterian and Deer Park United Churches – TBA – Map
  • 10:30  Christ Church Deer Park – TBA – Map
  • 11:00  Yorkminster Park Baptist Church – Anna Carter Florence – Map
  • 11:00  Metropolitan United Church – Susan Sparks – Map
  • 11:00  Timothy Eaton Memorial Church – Kimberly Heath – Map
  • 11:00   St. James Cathedral – TBA – Map

Access
Wheelchair access to the main Sanctuary is located just north of the main doors on Yonge St. The Yorkminster Park Centre entrance is also wheelchair accessible and is equipped with an elevator.

Parking
Public parking is available at two Green P parking lots on either side of Yonge Street, south of the church.

Public Transportation
From most parts of the city, the most efficient means of getting to Yorkminster Park Baptist Church and Christ Church Deer Park Anglican Church is by subway. The nearest subway stop is the Yonge and St. Clair station. Access is also provided via the 512 (Keele – St. Clair West Station) streetcar line.

Accommodations
Please also be aware that we have not made arrangements for a preferred conference rate with a hotel, because we have found that you can often find a better rate at the same hotel on various travel websites.

Indigenous Land Acknowledgement
In the prayerful hope of true reconciliation and healing we acknowledge the land we are meeting on has been the site of human activity for over 15,000 years. This land is the traditional territory of many nations including the Mississaugas of the Credit, the Anishnabeg, the Chippewa, the Haudenosaunee and the Wendat peoples and is now home to many Indigenous people from across Turtle Island and we are grateful to live, work and worship on this land.

Creating a Thoughtful Space Together

  • To ensure a respectful atmosphere, food and beverages (except bottled water) may not be consumed in the sanctuary.
  • During worship services and events, please silence or set your electronic devices to vibrate to minimize disruptions.
  • While we cannot guarantee a scent-free environment, we ask that you refrain from wearing heavily scented products out of consideration for those with allergies and/or chemical sensitivities.
  • Your understanding and cooperation are appreciated.

Thank you