The Power of Vulnerability by Brene Brown
We’ll watch this 20-minute video on vulnerability with Brene Brown, and discuss the topic. Our volunteers will unlock the door, put on the kettle – bring nibbles to share if you wish.
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Good News for a Change!
(Inspired by David Suzuki and the Greening Tree Project of the Environmental Justice Committee.) You are invited to bring your good news of environmental actions, big and small, and be inspired by others. Come and share any actions or initiatives out there, that bring you hope, joy and fuel your desire, as Naomi Klein says, … Continue reading Good News for a Change!
Unitarian Revival Tent with Matt Meyers
This will be a live-streamed service from Vancouver, hosted by the Vancouver Unitarians. Matt is a travelling troubadour and who has led worship for hundreds of congregations, traveling the country sharing a message of love and justice, through rhythm and song. The Unitarian Hall will be open for connection and discussion at 11:00am hosted by volunteers … Continue reading Unitarian Revival Tent with Matt Meyers
Meaningful Questions
In August, the Unitarian Hall will be open for connection and discussion on Sundays between 11:00am and 1:00pm. Each Sunday is hosted by volunteers who will unlock the door, put on the kettle and start off a discussion. You are welcome to bring nibbles to share.
June 26th was the last Sunday service before the summer break
Check out the Summer Newsletter (July & August) for updates, and we look forward to the Summer Lite Sundays in August. This August, the Unitarian Hall will be open for connection and discussion on Sundays between 11:00am and 1:00pm. Each Sunday is hosted by volunteers who will unlock the door, put on the kettle and … Continue reading June 26th was the last Sunday service before the summer break
Flower Ceremony
With Music by Nico Rhodes The Flower Ceremony, sometimes referred to as Flower Communion is an annual ritual that celebrates beauty, human uniqueness, diversity, and community. Originally created in 1923 by Unitarian minister Norbert Capek of Prague, Czechoslovakia, the Flower Ceremony was introduced to the United States by Rev. Maya Capek, Norbert’s widow. In this … Continue reading Flower Ceremony
Songs that Changed our World
With Josh Holloway, Patrick Courtin and the Fabulous Fufonics Human creativity has married melody to word and sometimes the result has changed our world. From the very personal middle of the night song that spoke directly to our broken heart, to the anthem that united a population. Each of us can think of a dozen … Continue reading Songs that Changed our World
Confessions of a Non-Singer
This month our theme is ‘Singing and the Art of Communion’. There is no denying that music stirs the heart and elevates the spirit. Singing though, requires active participation. Which is why singing is communal. Yet, nothing feels less communal than being a non-singer is a community of singers. Everyone is having a wonderful time … Continue reading Confessions of a Non-Singer
Growing Opportunities – Inclusion, Nutrition and Building Community Resilience
Growing Opportunities Farm Community Coop (GO) grows food on two farms in the City of Nanaimo – Five Acres and Cline Agri-Health Centre. Growing Opportunities trains and employs people with challenges and barriers at the farms and produces thousands of pounds of fresh produce every year, which is distributed to low income individuals, families and agencies which … Continue reading Growing Opportunities – Inclusion, Nutrition and Building Community Resilience
The Merry Days of May
May 22 is International Day for Biological Diversity and Goth Day, and if there is a connection between the two, it must lay in the creative expression of nature in all her many splendid forms. The next day is Victoria Day and World Turtle Day, which I imagine connects the slow and consistent reign of … Continue reading The Merry Days of May