I was in Toronto recently and spent a couple of hours walking up and down Danforth Avenue to stretch my legs after the five hour drive.

The street is known for its restaurants, many different ethnicities being represented in a few blocks. There is a large Greek section, but I also spotted various Chinese offerings, Ethiopian, West African, Italian, Turkish, Lebanese, German and I have forgotten what else. I really wasn’t there for the food, but more for the used bookstores and record shops in the area. (For the record I have enough books and enough music, at least so my wife tells me, so while I saw lots I could have purchased, I refrained.

As I walked though I noticed the different houses of worship along the street. I snapped a few pictures to share with you. It got dark and I didn’t take photos of all the religious institutions, but you get the idea.

Church of The Holy Name, an impressive Roman Catholic structure built in 1915.

St. Catherine of Sienna Roman Catholic Church is a modern building that struck me as the antithesis of Holy Name. Viewed from the street, the older church seemed welcoming. This one reminded me of a prison.

Eastminster United Church

The Church of St. Barnabas, Chester, has a small cenotaph built into the wall facing the street.

Danforth Community Church sits opposite a mosque.

Not all places of worship are buildings associated with religion. The Music Hall has been a place of pilgrimage for rock music fans for decades. I can say from experience that it is a great place to see a concert!