Celebrating Beltane, looking ahead to Summer Solstice

BlogMay 21, 2024

The VU Earth Spirituality Group gathered to celebrate Beltane on May 1 to mark the midpoint of the year and the beginning of the summer season. Beltane is a time to celebrate the fertility of the earth, and to dance around the maypole! The ritual was an opportunity to rejoice in the warmth of…

Invest in VanU’s future: Pledge campaign coming down to wire

BlogMay 15, 2024

We're coming down to the wire in our 2024-25 Pledge campaign. The Canvass Committee is grateful to the 130-plus members and friends who have pledged over $200,000 to date. But we still have a ways to go to reach our goal of $315,000 -- and that's where you come in! If you haven't yet, please take 30 seconds…

Promises to Keep

Rev. ShawnApril 30, 2024

As I write these words, I am mindful that it has been exactly one year since you called me to be your minister on 30 April 2023. Anniversaries are incredibly important to me. Each year, on my wedding anniversary, I read and reflect on the vows I made to Bob when we said, “I do.”…

Celebrating Beltane

GroupsApril 25, 2024

May 1 is Beltane in the Wheel of the Year, a time to celebrate the fertility of the earth, and to dance around the Maypole. Summer is here! The Earth Spirit Group holds rituals eight times a year to celebrate the equinoxes, solstices, and cross quarter days (midpoints between them). If you are interested…

A message from Rev. Shawn and the Canvass committee

BlogApril 14, 2024

Every person in our congregation plays a unique role in our community, participating in the wonderful interplay of generations, life stories, and passions that enliven our activities together and in the wider world. We are grateful for your ongoing investment of time and talent to our congregation's present and future. Thank You, sincerely, for these…

Qi Gong – new session starting April 14th

IBPOCApril 8, 2024

The next series of beginner Qi Gong classes starts on April 14, 2024. Qi Gong/Chi Kung is an ancient Chinese exercise that through conscious effort, works with our vital energy. Through a combination of relaxation, breathing technique, and coordinated movements that we improve and maintain physical and mental wellness. Students will experience the benefits of…

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Celebrating Beltane, looking ahead to Summer Solstice

Invest in VanU’s future: Pledge campaign coming down to wire

Promises to Keep

Celebrating Beltane

A message from Rev. Shawn and the Canvass committee

Qi Gong – new session starting April 14th

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