Central United Church

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Central United Church is a historic church in the Weston area of Toronto, Ontario, Canada. It is part of the United Church of Canada since 1925, with roots dating back to the Methodist Episcopal Church. The congregation was founded in 1821. The first building was a log structure, followed by a brick church in 1849. The current Gothic Revival building was dedicated in 1887 and features a landmark tower with abat-sons. The church site has long been on Weston Road, and the present building was a late project of architect William Henry Mallory Sr. The church remains active and is led by Minister Rev. Hugh Reid.

The church is notable for its musical heritage. The Casavant Frères organ was installed in 1950 as a memorial to members who died in World War II. The Chancellors, a youth choir active from 1968 to 1980, produced five record albums and toured widely. Among the clergy who served here were Egerton Ryerson, historian George Playter, and E. A. Pearson, the father of Prime Minister Lester B. Pearson.

Today, Central United Church focuses on community outreach through the Weston King Neighbourhood Centre, located in the church basement since 2001. The Centre offers hot meals (daily except Sundays), free groceries, education, advocacy, and other services to those in need.