University of Toronto Gospel Choir

10/04/2025

Dear Friends,

As I step into retirement after 30 years of directing the University of Toronto Gospel Choir (UTGC), my heart is full of gratitude. What a gift it has been to share this journey of music, worship, and community with each of you.

This choir has always been more than rehearsals and performances. It has been a place of prayer, friendship, laughter, and faith shared through music. None of what we’ve accomplished would have been possible without your faithful support: your prayers, your encouragement, your presence at concerts, and the many ways you’ve stood alongside us. Whether you’ve been with us from the beginning or joined along the way, you have been part of our story.

What a journey this has been—lifting our voices together, celebrating God’s goodness, and witnessing how music can touch hearts and change lives. For every kind word, and every act of support, I am deeply grateful.

I also want to thank the many singers, musicians, volunteers, leaders, and friends who have poured their time, energy, and love into this choir over the years. It has been an honour to serve with you.

Though this is farewell in my role as director, the joy of these years and the love of this community will remain with me always.

With heartfelt thanks and gratitude,

Lisa
p.s. If you missed our reunion concert at The Peoples Church Toronto or would like to see it again, please click the link below.

On Saturday, July 26th, 2025, the University of Toronto Gospel Choir celebrated three decades of music, memories, and God’s faithfulness with an anniversary/...

07/23/2025

to our 5th annual Gospelfest (2000) in McMillan Theatre at the Faculty of Music 💙

Our talented alumni and current members are so excited for a night of soulful melodies and uplifting harmonies as we celebrate three decades of God’s faithfulness 🎶

🗓️ Saturday, July 26 at 4 PM
🎟️ Advance tickets only $19.95 until Fri, July 25
📲 Grab yours on Eventbrite – https://shorturl.at/mChze

It’s going to be an unforgettable and joyous celebration. Don’t miss it!

07/20/2025

The countdown is ON! Will you be at the Gospel Choir Reunion Concert? Let us know in the comments — or tag a friend who needs to be there!

Join us for a night of soulful melodies and uplifting harmonies as we celebrate three decades of music, memories, and God’s faithfulness. Our talented alumni and current members will showcase their vocal prowess in a spectacular performance that you won’t want to miss.

BONUS: We’re so excited to have Keisha & Kwaun joining us! 🎤✨These Detroit-born twin sisters have been ministering through music since their teens — sharing stages with legends and lifting up Christ wherever they go. 🙌🏾

🗓️ Saturday, July 26 at 4 PM
🎟️ Advance tickets only $19.95 until July 25
📲 Grab yours on Eventbrite – https://shorturl.at/mChze

It’s going to be an unforgettable and joyous celebration. Don’t miss it!

07/20/2025

🎶 This past Friday marked our final rehearsal as the current under the incredible leadership of Lisa Toussaint 💛 What a journey it’s been!

Just a few more sleeps until REUNION WEEKEND, including our alumni — and we can’t wait to sing with you!

🎟️ Grab your advance tickets now – https://shorturl.at/mChze
�📅 See you Saturday, July 26 at 4PM
�📍 The Peoples Church

07/13/2025

30 Years. One Incredible Night. 🎉

Join the University of Toronto Gospel Choir, Saturday, July 26 for a powerful Reunion/Finale Concert celebrating 3 decades of music & Lisa’s amazing journey as Choir Director coming to an end!

Tickets: https://shorturl.at/mChze
📍 The Peoples Church, Toronto
🕒 Doors 3 PM | Concert 4 PM
🎟️ $19.95 advance (until July 25)
🎟️ $25 general | $10 kids (at door)

Let’s worship, honour and celebrate God’s faithfulness together. Tag your crew — you don’t want to miss this! 🎤

07/08/2025

Hello Friends,

On Saturday, July 26th we will be celebrating our 30th anniversary (and Lisa's role as Choir Director coming to an end) with a reunion/finale concert.

Come join us as we celebrate three decades of music, memories, and God's faithfulness. Whether you're a long-time fan or new to gospel music, this concert promises to be a memorable experience for all.

Location: The Peoples Church, 374 Sheppard Ave. East, Toronto, ON M2N 3B6
Doors Open: 3 pm
Concert: 4 pm

Ticket Information: Concert tickets are available via the link below.

$19.95 in advance (until July 12th)
$25 general admission
$10 children aged 12 and under (at the door only)

The concert flyer is below. Please share it and invite your friends and family to this joyous celebration!

We look forward to seeing you there!

https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/university-of-toronto-gospel-choir-30th-reunion-concert-tickets-1411171675469?aff=ebdssbdestsearch&keep_tld=1

12/25/2024

Hello Friends,

THANK YOU!!

I can not thank you enough for attending my final Christmas concerts with the choir. What a time we had!

Thank you for your continued support of UTGC and its ministry. Your generosity at our December 7th Christmas concert allowed us to donate to three church community food share programs in the city!

We will continue celebrating our 30th season next summer with a reunion/finale concert on Saturday, July 26th. Save the date! More details will follow in the new year.

Again, I thank you and wish you and your loved ones an abundance of love, joy, hope, and peace for Christmas and the New Year.

With Gratitude,

Lisa Toussaint
Choir Director
p.s. If you missed our Christmas concert at Calvary Church or would like to experience it again, click this link: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1RUmmmdARr5C80b6SwVHUqUOmpGd3ACYo/view?usp=sharing

11/13/2024

Hello Friends, ⁣⁣⁣
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It’s been a while. I sincerely hope that you are doing well.⁣⁣⁣
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I am writing to you to share an important update. After 30 wonderful years, I have decided to step down as Choir Director of the U of T Gospel Choir effective August 31, 2025. This is not a sad occasion at all because I recognize the many things God has done through this ministry over the years! ⁣⁣⁣
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In September, the choir celebrated the start of its 30th season! Since the Covid-19 pandemic didn’t allow us to commemorate our 25th anniversary, I think it’s important for us to acknowledge this milestone. So, the choir has gathered to do one final season with me where we’ll prepare for two Christmas concerts next month and then have a reunion and finale concert next summer (𝘮𝘰𝘳𝘦 𝘥𝘦𝘵𝘢𝘪𝘭𝘴 𝘵𝘰 𝘤𝘰𝘮𝘦). ⁣⁣⁣
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𝐒𝐀𝐕𝐄 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐃𝐀𝐓𝐄𝐒:⁣⁣⁣
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𝐒𝐮𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐲, 𝐃𝐞𝐜𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫 𝟏, 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟒 𝐚𝐭 𝟏𝟐:𝟎𝟎 𝐩𝐦⁣⁣⁣
𝐂𝐡𝐮𝐫𝐜𝐡 𝐒𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐢𝐜𝐞⁣⁣⁣
First Baptist Church Toronto⁣⁣⁣
101 Huron St.⁣⁣⁣
Toronto, ON M5T 2A9⁣⁣⁣
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𝐒𝐮𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐲, 𝐃𝐞𝐜𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫 𝟏, 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟒 𝐚𝐭 𝟔:𝟑𝟎 𝐩𝐦⁣⁣⁣
𝐂𝐡𝐫𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐦𝐚𝐬 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐜𝐞𝐫𝐭⁣⁣⁣
Centennial Park Baptist Church⁣⁣⁣
11 Kennedy Rd.⁣⁣⁣
Grimsby, ON L3M 1E8⁣⁣⁣
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𝐒𝐚𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐝𝐚𝐲, 𝐃𝐞𝐜𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫 𝟕, 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟒 𝐚𝐭 𝟕:𝟑𝟎 𝐩𝐦⁣⁣⁣
𝐂𝐡𝐫𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐦𝐚𝐬 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐜𝐞𝐫𝐭⁣⁣⁣
Calvary Church Toronto⁣⁣⁣
746 Pape Ave.⁣⁣⁣
Toronto, ON M4K 3S7⁣⁣⁣
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I really hope that you will be able to celebrate Christmas with us!⁣⁣⁣
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Thank you for your love, prayers, and support of the U of T Gospel Choir over the years. We appreciate you greatly and look forward to seeing you soon!⁣⁣⁣
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With Gratitude,⁣⁣⁣
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Lisa Toussaint⁣⁣⁣
Choir Director