04/26/2026
Too Soon for Us, But In God’s Time.
We are heartbroken to say “see you again” to our friend, aunt, colleague, sponsor, pastor, Shenanigans Co-ordinator, Rev. Sandra Ann (Sam) Morris).
First of all, Sam would shun all this attention.
Her family of origin, Gwen and Ralph Morris and big brother, Brian welcomed Sam on Feb 16, 1960. We imagine baby Sam thinking why is everyone staring at me?
That was Sam. A deep introvert whose spirit drew people to her.
Fueled by an unquenchable curiosity, a helping spirit and a wild imagination, Sam grew into a writer and an artist. Whether in Toronto or New Orleans, Mexico, Georgian Bay or BC (Before Cottom) Sam lived boldly and openly.
She wore her struggles with mental health and addiction like medals, and her example of unashamed openness gave those around her permission to do the same. She sponsored and inspired many in the recovery community.
An honours graduate of the Toronto School of Theology, Sam was ordained into the ministry of word and sacrament on Aug 20, 2016 by the Universal Fellowship of Metropolitan Community Churches. Sam brought her whole self to her role as a pastor. Leading Mental Health ministries at the Metropolitan Community Church of Toronto was her passion and her calling, and her presence in that role saved lives.
Sadly for us, Sam completed su***de on April 21, 2026. We share this as fact, without shame or judgement. The community she built with such care is devastated but united in love. We are heartbroken but we know where all the pieces are.
A celebration of life will take place at the Metropolitan Community Church of Toronto (115 Simpson Ave, Toronto, ON M4K 1A1) on Saturday, June 6, 2026, at 1 pm. The service will be livestreamed on MCC Toronto’s YouTube channel, MCCTorontoTV. At Sam’s request, in lieu of flowers, donations may be made to MCC Toronto, at mcctoronto.com/donate.
