Laureen Stokes Life depends on death. Everything alive and vital depends on the death of other things to survive. This dependence is part of the interconnected web of which we are a part. And yet often the processes with which we address our physical remains after death remove us from…
Rev. Debra Faulk Rev Debra Faulk, a lifelong Unitarian Universalist, retired in 2021 as Minister Emerita after 11 years with Calgary Unitarians. She received a BA in psychology and anthropology from UVic and a Master of Divinity from Vancouver School of Theology. Her many roles have included being a chaplain…
Rev. Christopher Wulff Rev. Christopher Wulff is a fifth-generation Canadian Unitarian, who most recently served as Minister of the Westside UU Congregation in West Seattle. In his varied life he’s worked as a park ranger, a graphic designer and programmer, a counselor for refugees and an advocate for people living…
Rev. Shawn Gauthier We begin a new year in the life of the congregation as we gather for the cherished ritual of Water Communion. If possible, please bring with you a small amount of water to partake in this beloved ritual. The water may be taken from your very own tap…
Rev. Shawn Gauthier This week, our Jewish friends and neighbours are celebrating the new year with Rosh Hashanah, while moving towards Yom Kippur. This period of ten days, known as the Days of Awe, invites introspection and reconciliation. It is a time to seek forgiveness where it is needed. A…
Rev. Shawn Gauthier As we approach this week’s National Day of Truth and Reconciliation, we will reflect on the spiritual work involved for settlers in making real our commitments to genuine healing and reconciliation with the Indigenous Peoples of this place. Rev. Shawn will invite us to look at what…
Rev. Shawn Gauthier This Sunday, we return to the Garden of Eden to mine this ancient story for meaning in our own time. In the process, we might just find our own slice of paradise, apples included. Download the Order of Service Weekly services Join us in person in our…
In this changing season, we harvest what has been planted, that which has borne fruit, both literal and otherwise. And we pause to give thanks, “for all that is our life.” On this Thanksgiving Sunday, we will reflect on what it means to “say grace” over all of it. Download the…
Glenn Deefholts An essential part of being human involves facing the approach of one’s own death and grieving the passing of loved ones. The homily considers three main ways that people come to terms with the inevitability of mortality. Download the Order of Service Weekly services Join us in person…
Rev. Shawn Gauthier This Sunday, we will reflect on the work of the United Nations and welcome our friends from the United Nations Association of Vancouver. During the service, we will hear from this year’s recipient of the John Gibbard Memorial Award, which recognizes a young person’s work for positive…
Rev. Shawn Gauthier At this time of year, the cycles of life are on full display. It is no coincidence that many cultures, especially in the Northern Hemisphere, turn to ceremonies in this season to honour the dead and reflect on life’s fragility. This Sunday, we will mark the tradition…
Rev. Anne Barker On Nov. 5th, we will welcome to our pulpit Rev. Anne Barker, the Congregational Life Lead for the BC and Western Regions of the Canadian Unitarian Council. In gratitude for the wisdom and gifts of others, Rev. Anne will bring a 2nd Source reflection. She’ll share three…
