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The Vancouver Unitarians at 49th and Oak
This is a welcoming and inclusive community, located at 49th and Oak in Vancouver — on the unceded traditional territories of the Musqueam, Squamish, Tsleil-Waututh Nations.
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Our next service is this Sunday at 11 a.m. followed by coffee and social hour. Our most recent service can be viewed here.
What are Vancouver Unitarians about?
Hello – glad you’ve found us! Find out more about the Vancouver Unitarians in the pages below.
Our next service
The Vancouver Unitarians have been part of the life of the city since 1909. Located at 49th and Oak in the heart of the city, we're a community and a place where spirituality and social justice come together.
Upcoming Events
Elders’ Circle – Wednesdays
This Elders’ Circle is a small group that explores various topics. Together we’ll explore the spiritual challenge of aging as we read chapters of Parker J. Palmer’s book On The Brink of Everything: Grace, Gravity and Growing Old. Two 90-minute Zoom sessions a month, this group meets on Wednesdays 10-11:30 am, beginning…
Meditation and Talk
For this online event on Wednesday nights, we start with a talk about meditation given by Victoria Oginski, how-to, purpose and pitfalls. The second half is a shared silent meditation, based on traditional Buddhist techniques. Victoria Oginski, has been a dedicated meditator for over 45 years. She is a Buddhist…
Elders’ Circle – Fridays
This Elders' Circle is a small group that explores various topics and meets on the 1st and 3rd Fridays, from 10am to 11:30am. Together we’ll explore the spiritual challenge of aging as we read chapters of Parker J. Palmer’s book On The Brink of Everything: Grace, Gravity and Growing Old.…
Greeters Meeting and Training
Family Room 949 West 49th Avenue, Vancouver, BC, CanadaIf you volunteer as a Sunday greeter at VanU, or are interested in trying out this important role in our congregation, join us at our monthly meet-up and training Sunday, Oct. 20th at 9:30 a.m. There will be coffee and snacks. Please RSVP below to let us know you'll be…
Meditation
Meditation Room 949 West 49th Avenue, Vancouver, BC, CanadaPlease join us for silent meditation. For the past 9 years, the group has been led by Victoria Oginski, who has been a dedicated meditator for over 45 years. She is a Buddhist and has studied with many extraordinary Buddhist masters over the years in Canada, Nepal, India, and Tibet.…
Sunday Service: United Nations Sunday
Sanctuary 949 W 49th Ave, Vancouver, BC, CanadaRev. Shawn Gauthier This Sunday we honour United Nations Sunday by welcoming our friends from the UN Association of Canada, as they present this year’s John Gibbard Memorial Award to a young person in Vancouver working to build a better world. This year’s winner will be announced on Sunday and…
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We're located on the corner of 49th and Oak
on the unceded traditional territories of the Musqueam, Squamish, Tsleil-Waututh Nations.