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SUMMARY:Sunday Service: What Are You Waiting For?
DESCRIPTION:Rev. Shawn Gauthier\nThis Sunday begins the season of Advent\, a time in the calendar when Christians embark on the spiritual journey towards Christmas. These four weeks are a time for reflection and renewal\, a time of anticipation\, and a time for growth. Whatever the holidays we may personally celebrate this month\, the gifts of Advent are open to us all. Rev. Shawn’s sermon will invite us to consider the ways we seek to grow our hearts in this season.\nDownload the Order of Service\nRelated Reading\n— \nWeekly services\n\nJoin us in person in our Sanctuary or watch the service live on this page\, beginning each Sunday just before 11 am. \nYou can also catch the current service stream anytime at vanu.ca/live
URL:https://vanu.ca/event/sunday-service-what-are-you-waiting-for/
LOCATION:Sanctuary\, 949 W 49th Ave\, Vancouver\, BC\, V5Z 2T1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Service,Sunday Service
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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-2-2/2024-12-01/
LOCATION:Meditation Room\, West 49th Avenue 949\, Vancouver\, BC\, V5Z 2T1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Meditation and Movement
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241127T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241127T203000
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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/2024-11-27/
LOCATION:https://vanu.ca/event/meditation-and-talk/2024-11-27/
CATEGORIES:Meditation and Movement
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ORGANIZER;CN="Victoria Oginski":MAILTO:victoriaoginski@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241124T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241124T140000
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SUMMARY:Burma Film Screening
DESCRIPTION:The IPA will be screening the film “The Battle for the Gateway to Myanmar\,” which shows the current situation in Burma/Myanmar\, on Sunday\, Nov. 24 at 1 p.m. in the Fireside Room. Kyi Min Saw will be our guest speaker to answer your questions. She has been working to raise awareness of her war torn country and the plight of the civilian population. \nThen on Sunday\, Dec. 1 the Burmese community will be catering a delicious lunch following the service. (More info) \nPlease join us!
URL:https://vanu.ca/event/burma-film-screening/
LOCATION:Fireside Room\, West 49th Avenue 949\, Vancouver\, BC\, V5Z 2T1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:IPA,Social Justice
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241124T111500
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SUMMARY:Children’s Group & Crossing Paths
DESCRIPTION:Click here for more information about our children and families program. \nChildren’s Group 5 to 9 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 play and art 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 \n— \nCrossing Paths 10 to 12 years (grades 5-7) \nFocus: understanding the religious and spiritual practices of our neighbours and ourselves. Click here for more info. \n— \nContact Us \nInterested in finding out more? Please contact our Children and Youth Coordinator\, Olivia Hall
URL:https://vanu.ca/event/childrens-group-crossing-paths-3/2024-11-24/
LOCATION:Fireside Room\, West 49th Avenue 949\, Vancouver\, BC\, V5Z 2T1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children and Families,Lifespan
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241124T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241124T120000
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SUMMARY:Sunday Service: 80 Years of Refugees
DESCRIPTION:The VanU Refugee Team\nUnitarians have been involved in relief and refugee work since at least WW2\, and probably long before that. At Vancouver Unitarians we also have records and oral histories going back at least to the Vietnam war. \nJoin this talk by members of our committee\, including Julia and Huguette\, our long-standing leaders. We will recount the history of this amazing service that Vancouver Unitarians have provided to the global community and look forward to a bright future under a new generation of leadership. \nDownload the Order of Service\nRelated Reading\n— \nWeekly services\n\nJoin us in person in our Sanctuary or watch the service live on this page\, beginning each Sunday just before 11 am. \nYou can also catch the current service stream anytime at vanu.ca/live
URL:https://vanu.ca/event/sunday-service-80-years-of-refugees/
LOCATION:Sanctuary\, 949 W 49th Ave\, Vancouver\, BC\, V5Z 2T1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Service,Sunday Service
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241124T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241124T104500
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SUMMARY:Meditation and Chi Gong
DESCRIPTION:Please 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-2-2-2/
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:20241122T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241122T113000
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SUMMARY:Elders' Circle - Fridays
DESCRIPTION:The Elders’ Circle is a small group that explores various topics. You can learn more about this and other VanU Shared Identity Groups here. \nOne group meets on the 1st and 3rd Wednesday of every month\, and another meets on the 1st and 3rd Friday. All meetings are online and last from 10 to 11:30 a.m. You can see the upcoming meetings on this page. \nFriday Group\nTogether\, we’ll explore the spiritual challenge of ageing as we read chapters of Parker J. Palmer’s book On The Brink of Everything:  Grace\, Gravity and Growing Old. \n“Age itself is no excuse to wade in the shallows.  It’s a reason to dive deep and take creative risks.”   Parker J. Palmer \nTo register for this group\, please click here and let us know your details. We will then email you the details for joining.
URL:https://vanu.ca/event/elders-circle-fridays-3/
LOCATION:https://vancouver.breezechms.com/form/small-group-signup2024
CATEGORIES:Groups
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ORGANIZER;CN="VanU":MAILTO:info@vanu.ca
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241125
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SUMMARY:Dance Dance RevolUUtion: Resistance ThrUU Art
DESCRIPTION:BC Regional Fall Youth Gathering\nThe BC Regional Fall Gathering is a chance for UU youth from BC and beyond to get together\, have fun\, and build community. This conference is planned and led by youth\, for youth.  This year\, the RFG will be held from November 22-24 at Vancouver Unitarians. The weekend will include activities\, worship services\, opportunities to connect in large and small groups\, and more. We also make every effort to make sure all congoers feel supported and are able to participate in the ways that feel best for them\, making this gathering as inclusive\, fun\, and meaningful as possible. \nThis year’s theme is Dance Dance RevolUUtion! In this action packed weekend our activities and worships will be centered around art and how it can be used as a force for positive social change. Get ready to make new friends\, have fun\, and just maybe\, start a revolUUtion! \nYouth (ages 13-18\, grades 8-12) register at vanu.ca/youthcon-bc \nAdult sponsors (ages 25+) register at vanu.ca/youthcon-adult \nWe welcome youth from out-of-province and from the United States! \nYouth travelling to Canada from the U.S. should note the following:\n–a passport is required to enter Canada\n–youth should carry a letter from their parent/guardian giving them permission to travel to Canada with the adult they are travelling with and include the address of where they will be staying:  Vancouver Unitarians\, 949 West 49th Ave\, Vancouver\, BC V5Z 2T1\n–all folks travelling from the U.S. should have travellers health insurance coverage for the weekend in case of any medical emergency.  Insurance can be purchased from most private insurers and may be an included benefit on some health insurance plans.
URL:https://vanu.ca/event/bc-regional-fall-youth-gathering/
LOCATION:Hewett Hall\, 949 West 49th Avenue\, Vancouver\, BC\, V5Z 2T1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Lifespan,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241120T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241120T203000
DTSTAMP:20260615T184629
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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/2024-11-20/
LOCATION:https://vanu.ca/event/meditation-and-talk/2024-11-20/
CATEGORIES:Meditation and Movement
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ORGANIZER;CN="Victoria Oginski":MAILTO:victoriaoginski@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241120T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241120T113000
DTSTAMP:20260615T184629
CREATED:20240924T215801Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241015T063223Z
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SUMMARY:Elders' Circle - Wednesdays
DESCRIPTION: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. \nTwo 90-minute Zoom sessions a month\, this group meets on Wednesdays 10-11:30 am\, beginning on October 16\, in the first and third weeks of each month. \n“Age itself is no excuse to wade in the shallows.  It’s a reason to dive deep and take creative risks.”   Parker J. Palmer \nTo register for the Fridays or Wednesdays Elders’ Circle\, please sign up HERE. \nFor more information about this small group\, please click here. \nPlease click on the JOIN MEETING button below to join.
URL:https://vanu.ca/event/elders-circle-wednesdays/2024-11-20/
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:20241119T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241119T210000
DTSTAMP:20260615T184629
CREATED:20240905T182100Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241015T063132Z
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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-2/2024-11-19/
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:20241117T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241117T150000
DTSTAMP:20260615T184629
CREATED:20240828T200507Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240828T200818Z
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SUMMARY:Youth Group
DESCRIPTION:A space for youth to hang out\, connect\, be themselves–figure out themselves\, organize\, and be together. Learn more here.
URL:https://vanu.ca/event/youth-group-4/2024-11-17/
LOCATION:Hitschmanova\, West 49th Avenue 949\, Vancouver\, BC\, V5Z 2T1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children and Families,Lifespan,Youth
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ORGANIZER;CN="Lifespan":MAILTO:dlfd@ucv.im
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241117T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241117T143000
DTSTAMP:20260615T184629
CREATED:20241009T175811Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241114T210145Z
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SUMMARY:Annual General Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Vancouver Unitarians’ Annual General Meeting will take place Sunday\, Nov 17\, 2024 at 1 p.m. in the Sanctuary at VanU and online. \nPlease click here to register to join online in Zoom. \nIf you wish to appoint a proxy to attend and vote on your behalf\, please send an email to Casey at da@vanu.ca. Please note that proxies must attend the meeting in-person (we are unable to accommodate proxies over Zoom). \nDocuments for the meeting are available here
URL:https://vanu.ca/event/agm2024/
LOCATION:Sanctuary\, 949 W 49th Ave\, Vancouver\, BC\, V5Z 2T1\, Canada
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ORGANIZER;CN="VanU":MAILTO:info@vanu.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241117T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241117T130000
DTSTAMP:20260615T184629
CREATED:20240918T211213Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240918T211213Z
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SUMMARY:Environment Team Lunch
DESCRIPTION:All are welcome to join us for a lunch at Noon in Hewett Centre after Sunday Service\, hosted by the Environment Team. By donation.
URL:https://vanu.ca/event/environment-team-lunch-4/
LOCATION:Hewett Hall\, 949 West 49th Avenue\, Vancouver\, BC\, V5Z 2T1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Environment
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241117T111500
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241117T121500
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SUMMARY:Children’s Group & Crossing Paths
DESCRIPTION:Click here for more information about our children and families program. \nChildren’s Group 5 to 9 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 play and art 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 \n— \nCrossing Paths 10 to 12 years (grades 5-7) \nFocus: understanding the religious and spiritual practices of our neighbours and ourselves. Click here for more info. \n— \nContact Us \nInterested in finding out more? Please contact our Children and Youth Coordinator\, Olivia Hall
URL:https://vanu.ca/event/childrens-group-crossing-paths-3/2024-11-17/
LOCATION:Fireside Room\, West 49th Avenue 949\, Vancouver\, BC\, V5Z 2T1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children and Families,Lifespan
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241117T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241117T120000
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SUMMARY:Sunday Service: Mother Nature on the Run
DESCRIPTION:Rev. Shawn Gauthier\nOver this two-week period\, the UN Climate Change Conference is unfolding in Baku\, Azerbaijan. Rev. Shawn’s sermon will reflect on the challenges we face in a changing world and the work to which we are called in this moment.\nDownload the Order of Service\nRelated Reading\n—\nWeekly services\n\nJoin us in person in our Sanctuary or watch the service live on this page\, beginning each Sunday just before 11 am. \nYou can also catch the current service stream anytime at vanu.ca/live
URL:https://vanu.ca/event/sunday-service-mother-nature-on-the-run/
LOCATION:Sanctuary\, 949 W 49th Ave\, Vancouver\, BC\, V5Z 2T1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Service,Sunday Service
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241117T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241117T104500
DTSTAMP:20260615T184629
CREATED:20241106T210207Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241107T185619Z
UID:10003915-1731834000-1731840300@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-2-2/2024-11-17/
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241113T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241113T203000
DTSTAMP:20260615T184629
CREATED:20240211T171935Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250430T193945Z
UID:10002719-1731522600-1731529800@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/2024-11-13/
LOCATION:https://vanu.ca/event/meditation-and-talk/2024-11-13/
CATEGORIES:Meditation and Movement
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ORGANIZER;CN="Victoria Oginski":MAILTO:victoriaoginski@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241111T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241111T170000
DTSTAMP:20260615T184629
CREATED:20241019T214058Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250212T035155Z
UID:10003637-1731339000-1731344400@vanu.ca
SUMMARY:Peace Building Reception
DESCRIPTION:Please join the Social Justice Team\, Vancouver Peace Poppies\,  and other peace activists in Hewett Hall immediately following the Let Peace Be Their Memorial ceremony. There will be  light refreshments\, a chance to socialize\, meet event hosts and wreath layers\,  and display tables set up with information about peace building activities at VanU and beyond. \nVanU members who have recently attended peace caravans and international events will be present to tell their personal stories. \nAs 2025 will mark the 10th anniversary of the White Poppy Ceremony\, there will be a brief overview of what they are planning to do\, and an opportunity to sign up to be involved in helping plan the November 2025 event.
URL:https://vanu.ca/event/peace-building-reception/
LOCATION:Hewett Hall\, 949 West 49th Avenue\, Vancouver\, BC\, V5Z 2T1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:IPA,Social Justice
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ORGANIZER;CN="VanU":MAILTO:info@vanu.ca
GEO:49.2268718;-123.1276881
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241111T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241111T153000
DTSTAMP:20260615T184629
CREATED:20241001T185449Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250212T035158Z
UID:10003597-1731333600-1731339000@vanu.ca
SUMMARY:Let Peace Be Their Memorial
DESCRIPTION:To join the live stream\, please join us at 2pm using the video below\nClick here for a program of the service\nJoin like-hearted others to mark and mourn the ravages of war and gather inspiration and courage to continue your commitment to a better alternative. \nLet Peace Be Their Memorial\nService November 11\, 2024 – 2:00pm Vancouver Unitarians Sanctuary\n\nKeynote speaker: Dr. Linda Thyer\, of Canadian Canadian Association of Physicians for the Environment on the Environmental Impacts of War\nOpening and closing words: Rev Shawn Gautier\nMC: Actor and Peace Activist Steven Aberle\n\nThe ceremony aims to broaden our Remembrance Day focus to better reflect the diversity of Canadian perspectives on war and remembrance\, and the personal war experiences of many immigrant Canadians.War’s victims include the civilians who now make up an estimated 90% of conflict victims\, and immense damage to the environment. We must challenge the beliefs\, values and institutions that make war seem inevitable; and to urge our government to promote and fund effective non-military means of dispute resolution.\n\nCo-Sponsored by Vancouver Peace Poppies and Vancouver Unitarians\n \nPEACE BUILDING RECEPTION\n\n\n\nPlease join the Social Justice Team\, Vancouver Peace Poppies\,  and other peace activists in Hewett Hall immediately following the Let Peace Be Their Memorial ceremony. There will be  light refreshments\, a chance to socialize\, meet event hosts and wreath layers\,  and display tables set up with information about peace building activities at VanU and beyond. \nVanU members who have recently attended peace caravans and international events will be present to tell their personal stories. \nAs 2025 will mark the 10th anniversary of the White Poppy Ceremony\, there will be a brief overview of what they are planning to do\, and an opportunity to sign up to be involved in helping plan the November 2025 event.
URL:https://vanu.ca/event/let-peace-be-their-memorial/
LOCATION:Sanctuary\, 949 W 49th Ave\, Vancouver\, BC\, V5Z 2T1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Social Justice,Special Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="VanU":MAILTO:info@vanu.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241110T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241110T150000
DTSTAMP:20260615T184629
CREATED:20240828T200507Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240828T200818Z
UID:10003093-1731243600-1731250800@vanu.ca
SUMMARY:Youth Group
DESCRIPTION:A space for youth to hang out\, connect\, be themselves–figure out themselves\, organize\, and be together. Learn more here.
URL:https://vanu.ca/event/youth-group-4/2024-11-10/
LOCATION:Hitschmanova\, West 49th Avenue 949\, Vancouver\, BC\, V5Z 2T1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children and Families,Lifespan,Youth
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ORGANIZER;CN="Lifespan":MAILTO:dlfd@ucv.im
GEO:49.2268279;-123.1276026
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241110T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241110T140000
DTSTAMP:20260615T184629
CREATED:20240922T192853Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250212T082627Z
UID:10003235-1731241800-1731247200@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 in Lindsey Priestley room. \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! \n(Photo by Miles Peacock on Unsplash)
URL:https://vanu.ca/event/ibpoc-plus-allies-ipa-monthly-meeting-4/2024-11-10/
LOCATION:Lindsey-Priestley\, West 49th Avenue 949\, Vancouver\, BC\, V5Z 2T1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:IPA,Meetings
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ORGANIZER;CN="VanU":MAILTO:info@vanu.ca
GEO:49.2268279;-123.1276026
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241110T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241110T133000
DTSTAMP:20260615T184629
CREATED:20240924T210203Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240924T211020Z
UID:10003327-1731241800-1731245400@vanu.ca
SUMMARY:Second Sunday Book Group
DESCRIPTION:The Vancouver Unitarians’ Second Sunday Book Group meets after the Sunday service on the second Sunday of each month (except July and August). We meet at 12:30 pm in the Biddle room and online (by request – please contact rdainow[at]gmail.com if interested in attending online). Everyone is welcome. \nif attending online\, please join using the link: ucv.im/second-sunday-books or click on blue JOIN MEETING button below.
URL:https://vanu.ca/event/second-sunday-book-group-6/2024-11-10/
LOCATION:Biddle\, West 49th Avenue 949\, Vancouver\, BC\, V5Z 2T1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Books,Groups
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ORGANIZER;CN="VanU":MAILTO:info@vanu.ca
GEO:49.2268279;-123.1276026
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241110T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241110T130000
DTSTAMP:20260615T184629
CREATED:20241104T214321Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241104T214321Z
UID:10003644-1731240000-1731243600@vanu.ca
SUMMARY:Youth Fundraising Lunch
DESCRIPTION:All are welcome to join us for a lunch at Noon in Hewett Centre after Sunday Service\, hosted by the Youth Group of the Vancouver Unitarians. By donation.
URL:https://vanu.ca/event/youth-fundraising-lunch/
LOCATION:Hewett Hall\, 949 West 49th Avenue\, Vancouver\, BC\, V5Z 2T1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Environment
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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
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241110T111500
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241110T121500
DTSTAMP:20260615T184629
CREATED:20240828T212656Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240828T212656Z
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SUMMARY:Children’s Group & Crossing Paths
DESCRIPTION:Click here for more information about our children and families program. \nChildren’s Group 5 to 9 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 play and art 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 \n— \nCrossing Paths 10 to 12 years (grades 5-7) \nFocus: understanding the religious and spiritual practices of our neighbours and ourselves. Click here for more info. \n— \nContact Us \nInterested in finding out more? Please contact our Children and Youth Coordinator\, Olivia Hall
URL:https://vanu.ca/event/childrens-group-crossing-paths-3/2024-11-10/
LOCATION:Fireside Room\, West 49th Avenue 949\, Vancouver\, BC\, V5Z 2T1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children and Families,Lifespan
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241110T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241110T120000
DTSTAMP:20260615T184630
CREATED:20240929T202345Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241109T234235Z
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SUMMARY:Sunday Service: Life Calls Us On
DESCRIPTION:Rev. Shawn Gauthier\nWe gather this Remembrance Sunday with a range of emotions on our hearts about the state of our world. In these confounding times\, many of us are wondering what the world is asking of us in this moment. Rev. Shawn’s sermon will invite us to consider the roots of our own resilience and the resources that call us to serve life with a deepening hope.https://vanu.ca/related-reading-for-sunday-november-10-11/\nDownload the Order of Service\nRelated Reading\n— \nWeekly services\n\nJoin us in person in our Sanctuary or watch the service live on this page\, beginning each Sunday just before 11 am. \nYou can also catch the current service stream anytime at vanu.ca/live
URL:https://vanu.ca/event/sunday-service-life-calls-us-on/
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
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241110T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241110T104500
DTSTAMP:20260615T184630
CREATED:20241106T210207Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241107T185619Z
UID:10003914-1731229200-1731235500@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-2-2/2024-11-10/
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241106T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241106T203000
DTSTAMP:20260615T184630
CREATED:20241017T072902Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241017T171418Z
UID:10003634-1730919600-1730925000@vanu.ca
SUMMARY:Listening Circle on the State of the World
DESCRIPTION:We are living in both beautiful and bewildering times\, and many of us feel the need to come together to try to make sense of it all. \nOn Wednesday\, November 6th\, at 7:00pm\, Rev. Shawn will facilitate a listening circle in the Fireside Room where we can talk about the complex feelings we’re carrying about global conflicts\, climate change\, and the state of democracy in the world. \nWhile there will be space to share what’s weighing on our hearts\, there will also be an invitation to look to where we can find hope and the seeds of resilience. All are welcome.
URL:https://vanu.ca/event/listening-circle-on-the-state-of-the-world/
LOCATION:Fireside Room\, West 49th Avenue 949\, Vancouver\, BC\, V5Z 2T1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community,Special Event
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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:20241106T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241106T203000
DTSTAMP:20260615T184630
CREATED:20240211T171935Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250430T193945Z
UID:10002718-1730917800-1730925000@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/2024-11-06/
LOCATION:https://vanu.ca/event/meditation-and-talk/2024-11-06/
CATEGORIES:Meditation and Movement
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ORGANIZER;CN="Victoria Oginski":MAILTO:victoriaoginski@gmail.com
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END:VCALENDAR