Congress and Commissioning Weekend kicked off June 15 with Under the Big Top, a family-friendly community event at the Toronto Congress Centre. The festivities included bouncy castles, sports games, music, plenty of food, a petting zoo, facepainting and a devotional message from Commissioner Susan McMillan, territorial commander.

The Ontario Central-East Division's Blood and Fire Brass band opens the Under the Big Top event

Hundreds of people gathered at the Toronto Congress Centre for the Under the Big Top event

Facepainting was a popular feature of the event

Kids transform into secret agents for the Co-Mission I.N.G. weekend-long program

Vibrant worship brings people together for a time of reflection

Commissioner Susan McMillan, territorial commander, offers a devotional on Luke 4:18-21: "Gather 'round: I have good news"