St. Luke's United Church Commemorative plaque, 1987.
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Resource ID
6138
Access
Open
Address
353 Sherbourne Street, Toronto, ON M5A 2S3
Credit Line
Heritage Toronto
Date of Creation
1987
Historical Themes
Faith and Religion
Program Category
Historical Plaques
Rights
Heritage Toronto
Time Period
1835-1899
Caption
St. Luke's United Church Commemorative plaque, 1987.
Description
This church was known as Sherbourne Street Methodist when it opened for worship 5 June 1887. Designed by architects Langley and Burke, it replaced a smaller house of worship built here in 1871. The handsome stonework and fine stained glass are of special note. Memorial windows bear the names of Sir Joseph Flavelle, Sir Albert Kemp, H.H. Fudger and Richard Brown, who along with many other prominent Toronto businessmen were active members of the congregation. Their philanthropy and participation in social programs began a community minded tradition that has continued through the years. In 1959, Sherbourne and Carlton United joined to form Saint Luke's United Church.
Marker lat / long: 43.662804, -79.372881 (WGS84)