Speaker: Debbie Goodman

Mothers’ Call for Peace

After more than a century of conflict – managed predominantly by men – Israeli and Palestinian women joined forces for change. On March 25, 2022, the shores of the Dead Sea witnessed a historic moment as hundreds of women from Women of the Sun (Palestinian) and Women Wage Peace (Israeli) gathered for the first time … Continue reading Mothers’ Call for Peace

Music of Sarah McLachlan

Please join us this morning as we set our clocks forward and mark International Women’s Day by celebrating Canadian icon Sarah McLachlan. With over 30 years in the recording industry, Sarah is a multi-platinum singer and songwriter known for her intimate vocals and relatable lyrics. She founded the Lilith Fair Music Festival showcasing women artists … Continue reading Music of Sarah McLachlan

Black Pioneers of Nanaimo

We are also happy to welcome the musical talent of our guest music director, Nico Rhodes and cellist and vocalist Alexandra Lee.

The Portal

As we enter a new year, please join us for a reflection on life’s thresholds, passages and discoveries. Through a new original story, Debbie will explore how everyday objects and experiences can become portals to inner knowledge. Story is spoken by Ruth Anderson.

One Light, Many Windows

Join us this morning for a seasonal celebration of light, hope, joy and Universalism. Our reflections and music for the day will be based on the words of Rev. Forrest Church: One light shines through many windows, illuminating human hearts and minds in many different ways. The service will be followed by our Holiday Bake … Continue reading One Light, Many Windows

Joyful Patience

In this morning’s Reflection, we will explore cultivating joyful patience and positive anticipation as grounding spiritual practices. What benefits can patience and positive anticipation offer us as individuals and communities? How can we harness these practices to lay the groundwork for motivation, optimism and success?

Kintsugi: From Broken to Beautiful

Kintsugi, a Japanese art form, embodies a philosophy of embracing imperfections. It involves repairing cracked or broken pottery with lacquer dusted with gold or other precious metals, highlighting the damage rather than hiding it. This practice extends beyond a mere repair technique, serving as a metaphor for resilience, accepting flaws, and appreciating the unique history … Continue reading Kintsugi: From Broken to Beautiful

The Bubbling Well

Sometimes the important truths in our families, relationships, lives and hearts linger beneath the surface. When those truths bubble up and reveal themselves, it can be disturbing, healing or transformational. Please join Debbie for an original story that explores the realm of the Bubbling Well.