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SUMMARY:Children’s Group
DESCRIPTION:Click here for more information about our children and families program. \nChildren’s Group 5 to 12 years \nChildren’s Group begins in the Sanctuary for worship and leaves together after the Wisdom Story. This is a place to build friendships and self-identity in an actively anti-oppressive setting. We use LEGO\, art\, and games to build community\, trust\, and a beginning understanding of evolving Unitarian Universalist values of justice\, equity\, pluralism\, interdependence\, generosity and love. \nclick here for more info \nContact Us \nInterested in finding out more? Please contact Kiersten Moore\, Director of Programs
URL:https://vanu.ca/event/summer-childrens-group-2-2/2025-10-19/
LOCATION:Lindsey-Priestley\, West 49th Avenue 949\, Vancouver\, BC\, V5Z 2T1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children and Families,Lifespan
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SUMMARY:Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:UCV Board meetings are held online on the third Tuesday of each month except for July. \nPlease click on the JOIN MEETING button below to join.
URL:https://vanu.ca/event/board-meeting-4/2025-10-21/
LOCATION:https://ucv.im/board-meeting
CATEGORIES:Board,Meetings
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ORGANIZER;CN="VanU":MAILTO:info@vanu.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251023T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251023T130000
DTSTAMP:20260620T195959
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250925T190035Z
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SUMMARY:Potluck Book and Lunch Club
DESCRIPTION:Friendly readers gather online for an hour and a half on fourth Thursdays sharing their notable reads and recommendations from the past month. \nThe broad-ranging meetings might include books on global governance\, social justice and climate action\, self-help and spiritual inspiration\, the best of fiction\, biography\, art\, memoir\, and more. A written Book Report follows\, featuring all the books mentioned including the reader’s comments. \nYou’re welcome to drop in any time. Nan Gregory is the de facto contact person and host nangregory [at] shaw [dot] ca . When she’s not around\, someone else picks up the slack. \nPlease click on the JOIN MEETING button below to join.
URL:https://vanu.ca/event/potluck-book-and-lunch-club-2-2/2025-10-23/
LOCATION:https://vanu.ca/potluckbooks
CATEGORIES:Books,Groups
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251024T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251024T113000
DTSTAMP:20260620T195959
CREATED:20250908T190036Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250908T190036Z
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SUMMARY:Elders' Circle - Fridays
DESCRIPTION:This Elders’ Circle is a small group that explores various topics and meets on the 2nd and 4th Fridays\, from 10am to 11:30am. \nFor more information about this small group\, please click here. \nJoining the meeting\nAt the corresponding time and date\, please click on the blue Join Meeting below. \nThis button will only appear 15 minutes before the meeting starts.
URL:https://vanu.ca/event/elders-circle-fridays-5/2025-10-24/
LOCATION:https://ucv.im/elders-circle-meeting
CATEGORIES:Groups
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ORGANIZER;CN="VanU":MAILTO:info@vanu.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251024T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251024T203000
DTSTAMP:20260620T195959
CREATED:20250923T223520Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251014T175217Z
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SUMMARY:Breaking Bread: Hallowe'en Party
DESCRIPTION:Hallowe’en Potluck: Festivities and Costume Creation\nWe will have costume and decoration making supplies to get ready for Hallowe’en – capped off with a costume show. Come to share food and fun – what is your favourite Hallowe’en tradition? \nWhat should I bring?\nPlease bring food to share; a main or side dish\, dessert\, bread\, or drinks so that we will always have enough to fill our tummies as well as our spirits. Hosts will provide a couple large main dishes such as soup or pasta.
URL:https://vanu.ca/event/breaking-bread-family-centred-community-dinners-2/
LOCATION:Hewett Hall\, 949 West 49th Avenue\, Vancouver\, BC\, V5Z 2T1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children and Families,Community,Lifespan,Special Event,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251026T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251026T104500
DTSTAMP:20260620T195959
CREATED:20241106T210207Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241107T185619Z
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SUMMARY:Meditation and Chi Gong
DESCRIPTION:On Sunday mornings\, we have two offerings in our Meditation Room. \nFirst\, there is Chi Gong from 9 a.m. to 9:45 a.m. This practice is Chanting to clear organs and/or Chanting to clear chakras as originally taught by Dr. Steven Aung. Facilitated by Victoria Oginski. \nYou are also welcome to join us from 10 a.m. to 10:45 a.m. for silent meditation. \nFor the past nine 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. Although informed by Buddhist principles\, the facilitation is more universal in approach and everyone is welcome. \nThere is no formal fee\, but please consider dana (donation) to VanU or the Refugee Committee.
URL:https://vanu.ca/event/meditation-2-2/2025-10-26/
LOCATION:Meditation Room\, West 49th Avenue 949\, Vancouver\, BC\, V5Z 2T1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Meditation and Movement
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ORGANIZER;CN="Victoria Oginski":MAILTO:victoriaoginski[dot]gmail[dot]com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251026T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251026T120000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20251115T010608Z
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SUMMARY:Sunday Service: Change That Transforms
DESCRIPTION:Janet Pivnick\nThe kind of change that we are experiencing in the world today requires a paradigm shift in the ways that we understand ourselves and the world. What does this transformative change require of us and how can we navigate this change as a community? Today\, we’ll delve into change that transforms. \nDownload the Order of Service\nRelated Reading\nSermon text\nWeekly services\n\nWe gather every Sunday morning at 11am in our Sanctuary at 49th and Oak and online at vanu.ca/live. Worship creates connections within\, among\, and beyond us\, calling us to our better selves\, calling us to live with wisdom and compassion. \n\nAfter service\, we gather in Hewett Centre for Coffee and Social Hour. Families with children and newcomers are always welcome!
URL:https://vanu.ca/event/change-that-transforms/
LOCATION:Sanctuary\, 949 W 49th Ave\, Vancouver\, BC\, V5Z 2T1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Service,Sunday Service
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251026T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251026T123000
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CREATED:20250923T230217Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T000412Z
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SUMMARY:OWL - Our Whole Lives for ages 12-14
DESCRIPTION:Our Whole Lives (OWL) sexuality education for Grades 7-9\n(birthdays in 2011\, 2012\, 2013)\nThis series runs for 25 Sundays\, October 5 to May 31 (usually 11am – 12:30pm)\, excluding holiday weekends. Dates and times may be adjusted during the year to accommodate participant and facilitator needs. \nCheck the OWL calendar here for up-to-date information on dates and times. \nThe workshops are written to include ages 11-14\, grades 7-9\, our current demographics are weighted to the younger end. If your child is 14 going into grade 9 and does not mind learning with 12 and 13-yr-olds then this class is also for them! \nFor more information and to register: https://vanu.ca/services/owl-teenagers \nSee below for details on date\, time and venue. \nRegister by September 29th\nMinimum class size is 6 students\, maximum 15 \n(late registrations may be accepted up to Oct 22 on a case-by-case basis) \nContact Us\nInterested in finding out more? Please contact Kiersten Moore\, Director of Programs
URL:https://vanu.ca/event/our-whole-lives-for-ages-12-14-3/2025-10-26/
LOCATION:Fireside Room\, West 49th Avenue 949\, Vancouver\, BC\, V5Z 2T1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Lifespan,Owl,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251026T111500
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251026T121500
DTSTAMP:20260620T195959
CREATED:20250924T000754Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250924T001004Z
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SUMMARY:Children’s Group
DESCRIPTION:Click here for more information about our children and families program. \nChildren’s Group 5 to 12 years \nChildren’s Group begins in the Sanctuary for worship and leaves together after the Wisdom Story. This is a place to build friendships and self-identity in an actively anti-oppressive setting. We use LEGO\, art\, and games to build community\, trust\, and a beginning understanding of evolving Unitarian Universalist values of justice\, equity\, pluralism\, interdependence\, generosity and love. \nclick here for more info \nContact Us \nInterested in finding out more? Please contact Kiersten Moore\, Director of Programs
URL:https://vanu.ca/event/summer-childrens-group-2-2/2025-10-26/
LOCATION:Lindsey-Priestley\, West 49th Avenue 949\, Vancouver\, BC\, V5Z 2T1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children and Families,Lifespan
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251026T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251026T140000
DTSTAMP:20260620T195959
CREATED:20251014T040338Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251023T053313Z
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SUMMARY:Forum on Homelessness
DESCRIPTION:Vancouver has 3200 people with no fixed address\, and homeless counts are increasing every year. The Carnegie Housing Project works to address these issues with residents and service providers in the Downtown Eastside\, but the need is the same across Turtle Island. \nJoin Phoenix Winter (member of VanU GEM group)\, Kevin Conrod\, Max Campbell\, Kabir and others with the Carnegie Housing Project to talk about how the housing crisis got to this state\, what it’s like to survive in it\, and what it will take to actually change things. \nBring open ears and open hearts\, and let’s work together so we can come up with some ideas and plans for action. \nSponsored by the IPA (Indigenous\, Black\, People of Colour Plus Allies) and Social Justice Teams \nPlease visit the Carnegie Housing Project website to read the report This Isn’t Working – 2024 Call for Government Actions to End Houselessness. \n  \nArticles by Jean Swanson regarding the DTES. \nhttps://thetyee.ca/Opinion/2025/07/18/Downtown-Eastside-Plan/ \nhttps://thetyee.ca/Opinion/2025/01/29/Ken-Sim-Wrong-Supportive-Housing/ \nhttps://thetyee.ca/Opinion/2024/09/10/Social-Housing-Low-Income-People/ \n  \nRelated Reading for the Forum on Homelessness
URL:https://vanu.ca/event/forum-on-homelessness/
LOCATION:Fireside Room\, West 49th Avenue 949\, Vancouver\, BC\, V5Z 2T1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:IPA,Social Justice
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251102T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251102T104500
DTSTAMP:20260620T195959
CREATED:20241106T210207Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241107T185619Z
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SUMMARY:Meditation and Chi Gong
DESCRIPTION:On Sunday mornings\, we have two offerings in our Meditation Room. \nFirst\, there is Chi Gong from 9 a.m. to 9:45 a.m. This practice is Chanting to clear organs and/or Chanting to clear chakras as originally taught by Dr. Steven Aung. Facilitated by Victoria Oginski. \nYou are also welcome to join us from 10 a.m. to 10:45 a.m. for silent meditation. \nFor the past nine 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. Although informed by Buddhist principles\, the facilitation is more universal in approach and everyone is welcome. \nThere is no formal fee\, but please consider dana (donation) to VanU or the Refugee Committee.
URL:https://vanu.ca/event/meditation-2-2/2025-11-02/
LOCATION:Meditation Room\, West 49th Avenue 949\, Vancouver\, BC\, V5Z 2T1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Meditation and Movement
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ORGANIZER;CN="Victoria Oginski":MAILTO:victoriaoginski[dot]gmail[dot]com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251102T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251102T120000
DTSTAMP:20260620T195959
CREATED:20251016T201920Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251101T150331Z
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SUMMARY:Sunday Service: Learning From Our Ancestors
DESCRIPTION:Rev. Shawn Gauthier\, Kiersten Moore\, and Janet Pivnick\nIn this Exploration Sunday service\, we’ll take up November’s theme of “Learning from Our Ancestors.” As we enter a time of meditation\, we will lift up the names of those we have loved who have died\, and we’ll later share in a ritual of remembrance by creating anew our Ancestor Shrine. \nDownload the Order of Service\nRelated Reading\nWeekly services\n\nWe gather every Sunday morning at 11am in our Sanctuary at 49th and Oak and online at vanu.ca/live. Worship creates connections within\, among\, and beyond us\, calling us to our better selves\, calling us to live with wisdom and compassion. \n\nAfter service\, we gather in Hewett Centre for Coffee and Social Hour. Families with children and newcomers are always welcome!
URL:https://vanu.ca/event/sunday-service-learning-from-our-ancestors/
LOCATION:Sanctuary\, 949 W 49th Ave\, Vancouver\, BC\, V5Z 2T1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Service,Sunday Service
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251102T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251102T133000
DTSTAMP:20260620T195959
CREATED:20251016T212947Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251101T212144Z
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SUMMARY:Exploration Sunday: Learning from Ancestors
DESCRIPTION:Exploration Sundays happen the first Sunday of each month and are meant to be an animating time for the whole congregation. The morning service launches the month’s worship and small-group theme with different explorations of that theme in programming following a light lunch. The intent is to engage everyone in the community-building and learning that this approach offers\, and make it easier for other groups to schedule events without competing programs. \nWorship Service 11:00 – 11:45 am\nNovember’s meaning making theme is  “the practice of learning from our ancestors’ experiences. Many of our ancestors lived through times of great upheaval. What can they offer us right now?” \nRev Shawn will reflect on a Home for All Souls\, and as we enter a time of meditation\, we will lift up the names of those we have loved who have died. To culminate\, we will create our Ancestor Shrine together for remembrance. \nClick here for the service page\, with the Order of Service and other useful links\nExploration Groups 12:15 – 1:30 pm\nThe service will be followed by a light lunch and then Exploration Groups are open to interested folks of all ages. This month’s groups are: \n\nBecoming a Good Ancestor: Rev. Shawn will lead a program inviting each of us to consider the legacy of love we will leave behind when our lives reach their end.\nArt in the Outdoors: creating symbols of reflection and impermanance\nCircle Dance: celebrating our ancestors through movement
URL:https://vanu.ca/event/exploration-sunday-learning-from-ancestors/
LOCATION:Hewett Hall\, 949 West 49th Avenue\, Vancouver\, BC\, V5Z 2T1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adult Programs,Children and Families,Community,Lifespan,Sunday Service,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251102T121500
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251102T134500
DTSTAMP:20260620T195959
CREATED:20250923T233430Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250924T002955Z
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SUMMARY:OWL - Our Whole Lives for ages 12-14
DESCRIPTION:Our Whole Lives (OWL) sexuality education for Grades 7-9\n(birthdays in 2011\, 2012\, 2013)\nThis series runs for 25 Sundays\, October 5 to May 31 (usually 11am – 12:30pm)\, excluding holiday weekends. Dates and times may be adjusted during the year to accommodate participant and facilitator needs. \nCheck the OWL calendar here for up-to-date information on dates and times. \nThe workshops are written to include ages 11-14\, grades 7-9\, our current demographics are weighted to the younger end. If your child is 14 going into grade 9 and does not mind learning with 12 and 13-yr-olds then this class is also for them! \nFor more information and to register: https://vanu.ca/services/owl-teenagers \nSee below for details on date\, time and venue. \nContact Us\nInterested in finding out more? Please contact Kiersten Moore\, Director of Programs
URL:https://vanu.ca/event/our-whole-lives-for-ages-12-14-3-2/
LOCATION:Fireside Room\, West 49th Avenue 949\, Vancouver\, BC\, V5Z 2T1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Lifespan,Owl,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251104T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251104T210000
DTSTAMP:20260620T195959
CREATED:20251023T164405Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251023T164405Z
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SUMMARY:Circle Dance: Embracing the Darkness\, Honouring the Ancestors
DESCRIPTION:In our part of the world the harvest is finished\, and we are halfway between the autumn equinox and the winter solstice. Samhain marks the beginning of winter in Gaelic Ireland and is a time to honour our ancestors.  We will mark this transition by going deep: exploring the darkness of longer nights and shorter days\, knowing that the light and new life will return. \nWe will share dances that invite reflection and honour ancestors. All dances are taught and “there are no wrong steps\, only variations.” We welcome new and experienced dancers to our circle! \nContact Leslie Kemp (lesliekemp76[at]gmail.com) or Mairy Beam (mairyelesbea[at]gmail.com) for more information.
URL:https://vanu.ca/event/circle-dance-embracing-the-darkness-honouring-the-ancestors/
LOCATION:Fireside Room\, West 49th Avenue 949\, Vancouver\, BC\, V5Z 2T1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adult Programs,Community,Meditation and Movement
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ORGANIZER;CN="Leslie Kemp":MAILTO:lesliekemp76@gmail.com
GEO:49.2268279;-123.1276026
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251105T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251105T113000
DTSTAMP:20260620T195959
CREATED:20250908T185653Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250908T185653Z
UID:10004672-1762336800-1762342200@vanu.ca
SUMMARY:Elders' Circle - Wednesdays
DESCRIPTION:This Elders’ Circle is a small group that explores various topics and meets on the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays\, from 10am to 11:30am. \nFor more information about this small group\, please click here. \nJoining the meeting\nAt the corresponding time and date\, please click on the blue Join Meeting below. \nThis button will only appear 15 minutes before the meeting starts.
URL:https://vanu.ca/event/elders-circle-wednesdays-4/2025-11-05/
LOCATION:https://ucv.im/elders-circle-meeting
CATEGORIES:Groups
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ORGANIZER;CN="VanU":MAILTO:info@vanu.ca
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251105T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251105T203000
DTSTAMP:20260620T195959
CREATED:20250718T004124Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251013T061841Z
UID:10004611-1762367400-1762374600@vanu.ca
SUMMARY:Meditation and Talk
DESCRIPTION:For this online event on Wednesday nights\, we start with a talk about meditation given by Victoria Oginski\, how-to\, purpose and pitfalls. \nThe 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 and has studied with many extraordinary Buddhist masters over the years in Canada\, Nepal\, India\, and Tibet. \nAlthough informed by Buddhist principles\, the facilitation is more universal in approach and everyone is welcome. There is no formal fee\, but please consider dana (donation) to VanU or the Refugee Committee. \nTo join us online\, please contact victoriaoginski[dot]gmail[dot]com for a link.
URL:https://vanu.ca/event/meditation-and-talk-2/2025-11-05/
LOCATION:https://vanu.ca/event/meditation-and-talk-2/2025-11-05/
CATEGORIES:Meditation and Movement
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ORGANIZER;CN="Victoria Oginski":MAILTO:victoriaoginski@gmail.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251109T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251109T104500
DTSTAMP:20260620T195959
CREATED:20241106T210207Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241107T185619Z
UID:10003966-1762678800-1762685100@vanu.ca
SUMMARY:Meditation and Chi Gong
DESCRIPTION:On Sunday mornings\, we have two offerings in our Meditation Room. \nFirst\, there is Chi Gong from 9 a.m. to 9:45 a.m. This practice is Chanting to clear organs and/or Chanting to clear chakras as originally taught by Dr. Steven Aung. Facilitated by Victoria Oginski. \nYou are also welcome to join us from 10 a.m. to 10:45 a.m. for silent meditation. \nFor the past nine 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. Although informed by Buddhist principles\, the facilitation is more universal in approach and everyone is welcome. \nThere is no formal fee\, but please consider dana (donation) to VanU or the Refugee Committee.
URL:https://vanu.ca/event/meditation-2-2/2025-11-09/
LOCATION:Meditation Room\, West 49th Avenue 949\, Vancouver\, BC\, V5Z 2T1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Meditation and Movement
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ORGANIZER;CN="Victoria Oginski":MAILTO:victoriaoginski[dot]gmail[dot]com
GEO:49.2268279;-123.1276026
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Meditation Room West 49th Avenue 949 Vancouver BC V5Z 2T1 Canada;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=West 49th Avenue 949:geo:-123.1276026,49.2268279
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251109T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251109T120000
DTSTAMP:20260620T195959
CREATED:20251016T202027Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251118T033209Z
UID:10004324-1762686000-1762689600@vanu.ca
SUMMARY:Sunday Service: Unitarians Face a New Age
DESCRIPTION:Rev. Shawn Gauthier\nWe are living in a time of profound change. In this service\, Rev. Shawn will take up the question of how Unitarianism might speak to this moment as we look to an uncertain future. We will be joined this morning by a number of UU religious educators from Canada and the US who will have spent the last few days on our campus for the annual fall conference of LREDA\, the Liberal Religious Educators Association. \nDownload the Order of Service\nRelated Reading\nSermon text\nWeekly services\n\nWe gather every Sunday morning at 11am in our Sanctuary at 49th and Oak and online at vanu.ca/live. Worship creates connections within\, among\, and beyond us\, calling us to our better selves\, calling us to live with wisdom and compassion. \n\nAfter service\, we gather in Hewett Centre for Coffee and Social Hour. Families with children and newcomers are always welcome!
URL:https://vanu.ca/event/sunday-service-unitarians-face-a-new-age/
LOCATION:Sanctuary\, 949 W 49th Ave\, Vancouver\, BC\, V5Z 2T1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Service,Sunday Service
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ORGANIZER;CN="VanU":MAILTO:info@vanu.ca
GEO:49.2268718;-123.1276881
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Sanctuary 949 W 49th Ave Vancouver BC V5Z 2T1 Canada;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=949 W 49th Ave:geo:-123.1276881,49.2268718
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251109T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251109T123000
DTSTAMP:20260620T195959
CREATED:20250923T230217Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T000412Z
UID:10004763-1762686000-1762691400@vanu.ca
SUMMARY:OWL - Our Whole Lives for ages 12-14
DESCRIPTION:Our Whole Lives (OWL) sexuality education for Grades 7-9\n(birthdays in 2011\, 2012\, 2013)\nThis series runs for 25 Sundays\, October 5 to May 31 (usually 11am – 12:30pm)\, excluding holiday weekends. Dates and times may be adjusted during the year to accommodate participant and facilitator needs. \nCheck the OWL calendar here for up-to-date information on dates and times. \nThe workshops are written to include ages 11-14\, grades 7-9\, our current demographics are weighted to the younger end. If your child is 14 going into grade 9 and does not mind learning with 12 and 13-yr-olds then this class is also for them! \nFor more information and to register: https://vanu.ca/services/owl-teenagers \nSee below for details on date\, time and venue. \nRegister by September 29th\nMinimum class size is 6 students\, maximum 15 \n(late registrations may be accepted up to Oct 22 on a case-by-case basis) \nContact Us\nInterested in finding out more? Please contact Kiersten Moore\, Director of Programs
URL:https://vanu.ca/event/our-whole-lives-for-ages-12-14-3/2025-11-09/
LOCATION:Fireside Room\, West 49th Avenue 949\, Vancouver\, BC\, V5Z 2T1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Lifespan,Owl,Youth
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ORGANIZER;CN="VanU":MAILTO:info@vanu.ca
GEO:49.2268279;-123.1276026
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Fireside Room West 49th Avenue 949 Vancouver BC V5Z 2T1 Canada;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=West 49th Avenue 949:geo:-123.1276026,49.2268279
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251109T111500
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251109T121500
DTSTAMP:20260620T195959
CREATED:20250924T000754Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250924T001004Z
UID:10004417-1762686900-1762690500@vanu.ca
SUMMARY:Children’s Group
DESCRIPTION:Click here for more information about our children and families program. \nChildren’s Group 5 to 12 years \nChildren’s Group begins in the Sanctuary for worship and leaves together after the Wisdom Story. This is a place to build friendships and self-identity in an actively anti-oppressive setting. We use LEGO\, art\, and games to build community\, trust\, and a beginning understanding of evolving Unitarian Universalist values of justice\, equity\, pluralism\, interdependence\, generosity and love. \nclick here for more info \nContact Us \nInterested in finding out more? Please contact Kiersten Moore\, Director of Programs
URL:https://vanu.ca/event/summer-childrens-group-2-2/2025-11-09/
LOCATION:Lindsey-Priestley\, West 49th Avenue 949\, Vancouver\, BC\, V5Z 2T1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children and Families,Lifespan
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GEO:49.2268279;-123.1276026
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Lindsey-Priestley West 49th Avenue 949 Vancouver BC V5Z 2T1 Canada;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=West 49th Avenue 949:geo:-123.1276026,49.2268279
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251109T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251109T140000
DTSTAMP:20260620T195959
CREATED:20250213T013429Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260313T015223Z
UID:10003247-1762691400-1762696800@vanu.ca
SUMMARY:IBPOC Plus Allies (IPA) monthly meeting
DESCRIPTION:The IBPOC (Indigenous\, Black\, People of Colour) Plus Allies also known as the IPA\, meets on the second Sunday of the month at 12:30pm. \nSome meetings are virtual and some are in-person\, please check the details below for each meeting. \nThe IPA team fosters  greater understanding of IBPOC experiences. We organize events such as the Lunar New Year  and the Intersection of Climate and Colonialism events held at VanU\, and lead outings to various IBPOC events in the city\, some examples include tours of art galleries and museums\, plays\, restaurants\, protest marches\, and cultural celebrations. \nEveryone is welcome. We are a welcoming\, energetic\, and enthusiastic group! \nIf the meeting is virtual\, return to this page just before the meeting starts and click on the JOIN MEETING button that will appear below. ⬇️ \n(Photo by Miles Peacock on Unsplash)
URL:https://vanu.ca/event/ibpoc-plus-allies-ipa-monthly-meeting-4-2/2025-11-09/
LOCATION:https://vanu.ca/ipa-meeting
CATEGORIES:IPA,Meetings
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ORGANIZER;CN="VanU":MAILTO:info@vanu.ca
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251109T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251109T173000
DTSTAMP:20260620T195959
CREATED:20251020T175955Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251107T172720Z
UID:10004870-1762702200-1762709400@vanu.ca
SUMMARY:We'll Meet Again: Songs of Remembrance and Hope
DESCRIPTION:A Tribute to the Beloved Songs & Entertainers of World War I & World War II\nPlease join us and sing along to the great timeless classics that lifted spirits\, boosted morale and gave hope during the World Wars\, and continue to do so today. Featuring favorite songs and works of Dame Vera Lynn\, Benny Goodman\, Irving Berlin\, Woody Hermann and The Andrews Sisters\, Duke Ellington and more! \nFor more information or to buy tickets\, please click here. \nFeaturing performers: \nThe Vancouver Unitarians Chalice Choir and Chalice Ensemble\, directed by David Buchan \nThe Lady Larks and Friends\, directed by Karen Lee-Morlang \nMelanie Adams\, mezzo-soprano\nCaitlin Bradley Beaupré\, soprano\nJulie Begg\, clarinet/saxophone\nJim Hopson\, trombone/tuba/vocals\nKaren Lee-Morlang\, piano / vocals\nMalcolm Aiken\, trumpet/vocals\nTBC\, drums\nTBC\, bass guitar
URL:https://vanu.ca/event/well-meet-again-songs-of-remembrance-and-hope/
LOCATION:Sanctuary\, 949 W 49th Ave\, Vancouver\, BC\, V5Z 2T1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community,Concert
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ORGANIZER;CN="VanU":MAILTO:info@vanu.ca
GEO:49.2268718;-123.1276881
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Sanctuary 949 W 49th Ave Vancouver BC V5Z 2T1 Canada;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=949 W 49th Ave:geo:-123.1276881,49.2268718
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251111T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251111T160000
DTSTAMP:20260620T195959
CREATED:20251103T205742Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251103T211134Z
UID:10004875-1762869600-1762876800@vanu.ca
SUMMARY:Let Peace Be Their Memorial
DESCRIPTION:This year\, the 10th annual Vancouver ‘Let Peace be Their Memorial’ ceremony will held on Tuesday November 11th at 2pm\, in person at Seaforth Peace Park (Burrard and First ave). Co-hosts this year are Vancouver Peace Poppies\, Vancouver Unitarians and BC Humanist Association. \nVolunteers will place beautiful handmade wreaths for Children\, Refugees\, Indigenous\, Conscientious Objectors\, Medical & Aid Workers\, Education\, Women\, Post Traumatic Stress\, and the Environmental devastation from war. There will be songs and anti-war poetry. \nParking is very limited\, so you are encouraged to come by transit. \nTravel hints at https://peacepoppies.ca/seaforth-park-directions/
URL:https://vanu.ca/event/let-peace-be-their-memorial-2/
LOCATION:Seaforth Peace Park\, 1620 Chesnut Street\, Vancouver\, B.C.\, Canada
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ORGANIZER;CN="VanU":MAILTO:info@vanu.ca
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251112T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251112T203000
DTSTAMP:20260620T195959
CREATED:20250718T004124Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251013T061841Z
UID:10004612-1762972200-1762979400@vanu.ca
SUMMARY:Meditation and Talk
DESCRIPTION:For this online event on Wednesday nights\, we start with a talk about meditation given by Victoria Oginski\, how-to\, purpose and pitfalls. \nThe 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 and has studied with many extraordinary Buddhist masters over the years in Canada\, Nepal\, India\, and Tibet. \nAlthough informed by Buddhist principles\, the facilitation is more universal in approach and everyone is welcome. There is no formal fee\, but please consider dana (donation) to VanU or the Refugee Committee. \nTo join us online\, please contact victoriaoginski[dot]gmail[dot]com for a link.
URL:https://vanu.ca/event/meditation-and-talk-2/2025-11-12/
LOCATION:https://vanu.ca/event/meditation-and-talk-2/2025-11-12/
CATEGORIES:Meditation and Movement
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ORGANIZER;CN="Victoria Oginski":MAILTO:victoriaoginski@gmail.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251114T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251114T113000
DTSTAMP:20260620T195959
CREATED:20250908T190122Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250908T190122Z
UID:10004710-1763114400-1763119800@vanu.ca
SUMMARY:Elders' Circle - Fridays
DESCRIPTION:This Elders’ Circle is a small group that explores various topics and meets on the 2nd and 4th Fridays\, from 10am to 11:30am. \nFor more information about this small group\, please click here. \nJoining the meeting\nAt the corresponding time and date\, please click on the blue Join Meeting below. \nThis button will only appear 15 minutes before the meeting starts.
URL:https://vanu.ca/event/elders-circle-fridays-6/2025-11-14/
LOCATION:https://ucv.im/elders-circle-meeting
CATEGORIES:Groups
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ORGANIZER;CN="VanU":MAILTO:info@vanu.ca
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251115T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251115T160000
DTSTAMP:20260620T195959
CREATED:20251022T225208Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251022T225807Z
UID:10004871-1763197200-1763222400@vanu.ca
SUMMARY:What is Restorative Justice?
DESCRIPTION:Join us for this interactive\, hands-on\, workshop designed to introduce participants to the basics of Restorative Justice\, and its associative skills.  This workshop is not a lecture series\, rather it is intended to promote connection and learning for the entire group. \nSix practitioners from diverse backgrounds will lead participants through different skills such as: active listening\, empathetic vs sympathetic communication\, forest bathing\, circle work\, and conflict resolution. \nRegistration is required with a sliding scale of $10-20 and includes lunch. \nRegister here now to secure your spot \n\nWhen: November 15th\, 9 am – 4 pm\nWhere: Hewett Hall\, 949 West 49th Ave\, Vancouver Unitarians\nMore information email: info@varj.ca
URL:https://vanu.ca/event/what-is-restorative-justice/
LOCATION:Hewett Hall\, 949 West 49th Avenue\, Vancouver\, BC\, V5Z 2T1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adult Programs,Community,IPA,Lifespan,Social Justice
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ORGANIZER;CN="VanU":MAILTO:info@vanu.ca
GEO:49.2268718;-123.1276881
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Hewett Hall 949 West 49th Avenue Vancouver BC V5Z 2T1 Canada;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=949 West 49th Avenue:geo:-123.1276881,49.2268718
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251116T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251116T104500
DTSTAMP:20260620T195959
CREATED:20241106T210207Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241107T185619Z
UID:10003967-1763283600-1763289900@vanu.ca
SUMMARY:Meditation and Chi Gong
DESCRIPTION:On Sunday mornings\, we have two offerings in our Meditation Room. \nFirst\, there is Chi Gong from 9 a.m. to 9:45 a.m. This practice is Chanting to clear organs and/or Chanting to clear chakras as originally taught by Dr. Steven Aung. Facilitated by Victoria Oginski. \nYou are also welcome to join us from 10 a.m. to 10:45 a.m. for silent meditation. \nFor the past nine 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. Although informed by Buddhist principles\, the facilitation is more universal in approach and everyone is welcome. \nThere is no formal fee\, but please consider dana (donation) to VanU or the Refugee Committee.
URL:https://vanu.ca/event/meditation-2-2/2025-11-16/
LOCATION:Meditation Room\, West 49th Avenue 949\, Vancouver\, BC\, V5Z 2T1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Meditation and Movement
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ORGANIZER;CN="Victoria Oginski":MAILTO:victoriaoginski[dot]gmail[dot]com
GEO:49.2268279;-123.1276026
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251116T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251116T120000
DTSTAMP:20260620T195959
CREATED:20251110T192158Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251124T210528Z
UID:10004325-1763290800-1763294400@vanu.ca
SUMMARY:Sunday Service: To Re-Enchant the World
DESCRIPTION:Rev. Shawn Gauthier\nThere are aspects of the spiritual enterprise that invite us to lean into mystery and magic\, to wonder at the marvels of the universe all around us. Something of this has been lost over the past couple of centuries as our world has grown more secular. In this service\, Rev. Shawn will explore how we\, as “freethinking mystics with hands” (an apt description of UUs by Rev. Tom Owen-Towle)\, can hold to our rational roots while also embracing the more magical aspects of the spiritual life. \nDownload the Order of Service\nRelated Reading\nSermon text\nWeekly services\n\nWe gather every Sunday morning at 11am in our Sanctuary at 49th and Oak and online at vanu.ca/live. Worship creates connections within\, among\, and beyond us\, calling us to our better selves\, calling us to live with wisdom and compassion. \n\nAfter service\, we gather in Hewett Centre for Coffee and Social Hour. Families with children and newcomers are always welcome!
URL:https://vanu.ca/event/sunday-service-to-re-enchant-the-world/
LOCATION:Sanctuary\, 949 W 49th Ave\, Vancouver\, BC\, V5Z 2T1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Service,Sunday Service
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ORGANIZER;CN="VanU":MAILTO:info@vanu.ca
GEO:49.2268718;-123.1276881
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Sanctuary 949 W 49th Ave Vancouver BC V5Z 2T1 Canada;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=949 W 49th Ave:geo:-123.1276881,49.2268718
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251116T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251116T123000
DTSTAMP:20260620T195959
CREATED:20250923T230217Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T000412Z
UID:10004764-1763290800-1763296200@vanu.ca
SUMMARY:OWL - Our Whole Lives for ages 12-14
DESCRIPTION:Our Whole Lives (OWL) sexuality education for Grades 7-9\n(birthdays in 2011\, 2012\, 2013)\nThis series runs for 25 Sundays\, October 5 to May 31 (usually 11am – 12:30pm)\, excluding holiday weekends. Dates and times may be adjusted during the year to accommodate participant and facilitator needs. \nCheck the OWL calendar here for up-to-date information on dates and times. \nThe workshops are written to include ages 11-14\, grades 7-9\, our current demographics are weighted to the younger end. If your child is 14 going into grade 9 and does not mind learning with 12 and 13-yr-olds then this class is also for them! \nFor more information and to register: https://vanu.ca/services/owl-teenagers \nSee below for details on date\, time and venue. \nRegister by September 29th\nMinimum class size is 6 students\, maximum 15 \n(late registrations may be accepted up to Oct 22 on a case-by-case basis) \nContact Us\nInterested in finding out more? Please contact Kiersten Moore\, Director of Programs
URL:https://vanu.ca/event/our-whole-lives-for-ages-12-14-3/2025-11-16/
LOCATION:Fireside Room\, West 49th Avenue 949\, Vancouver\, BC\, V5Z 2T1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Lifespan,Owl,Youth
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ORGANIZER;CN="VanU":MAILTO:info@vanu.ca
GEO:49.2268279;-123.1276026
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Fireside Room West 49th Avenue 949 Vancouver BC V5Z 2T1 Canada;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=West 49th Avenue 949:geo:-123.1276026,49.2268279
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END:VCALENDAR