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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241117T130000
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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:20260615T184700
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241117T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241117T120000
DTSTAMP:20260615T184700
CREATED:20241101T052241Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241117T014605Z
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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:20260615T184700
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-2-2/2024-11-17/
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241113T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241113T203000
DTSTAMP:20260615T184700
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241111T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241111T170000
DTSTAMP:20260615T184700
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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241111T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241111T153000
DTSTAMP:20260615T184700
CREATED:20241001T185449Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250212T035158Z
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241110T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241110T150000
DTSTAMP:20260615T184700
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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241110T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241110T140000
DTSTAMP:20260615T184700
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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241110T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241110T133000
DTSTAMP:20260615T184700
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
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241110T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241110T130000
DTSTAMP:20260615T184700
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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241110T111500
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241110T121500
DTSTAMP:20260615T184700
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:20260615T184700
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241110T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241110T104500
DTSTAMP:20260615T184700
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-2-2/2024-11-10/
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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241106T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241106T203000
DTSTAMP:20260615T184700
CREATED:20241017T072902Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241017T171418Z
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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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241106T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241106T203000
DTSTAMP:20260615T184700
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241106T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241106T113000
DTSTAMP:20260615T184700
CREATED:20240924T220505Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240924T220505Z
UID:10003364-1730887200-1730892600@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. \nPlease click on the blue Join Meeting below to connect.
URL:https://vanu.ca/event/elders-circle-wednesdays-2/2024-11-06/
LOCATION:https://ucv.im/elders-circle-meeting
CATEGORIES:Groups
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ORGANIZER;CN="VanU":MAILTO:info@vanu.ca
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241105T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241105T210000
DTSTAMP:20260615T184700
CREATED:20241009T050145Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241011T065714Z
UID:10003416-1730833200-1730840400@vanu.ca
SUMMARY:Circle Dance: Hopeful Peace
DESCRIPTION:Come Join us for Circle Dance \nAs November 5 is the date of the US election\, we’ll dance hopeful uplifting dances for the first half of the evening. The second half will be dedicated to dances that honour the darker\, more introspective\, quieter time of early November and peace for upcoming Remembrance Day. \nThe second half of the evening will be taught in as much silence as possible to create a more peaceful ambience. \nNote:\n\nmasks optional (please feel free to wear one for your protection and others and especially if you are having symptoms – Thank-You)\nscent-free\nsoft soled clean shoes\n\nDances held the first Tuesday of every month. \nCircle Dance is part of Vancouver Unitarians’ Spirituality and Practice\, click here to see similar events \n 
URL:https://vanu.ca/event/circle-dance-hopeful-peace/
LOCATION:Hewett Hall\, 949 West 49th Avenue\, Vancouver\, BC\, V5Z 2T1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community
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ORGANIZER;CN="VanU":MAILTO:info@vanu.ca
GEO:49.2268718;-123.1276881
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241105T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241105T220000
DTSTAMP:20260615T184700
CREATED:20241024T181848Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241024T181848Z
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SUMMARY:US Elections Watch – Join Us
DESCRIPTION:Are you going to watch the results of the US elections?\nWould you rather watch them with other Vancouver Unitarians?\nPlease join us in the Fireside Room and we’ll keep each other company. \nBring snacks to share\, and your own refreshments. For further information contact John[dot]Boyle[at]shaw[dot]ca
URL:https://vanu.ca/event/us-elections-watch-join-us/
LOCATION:Fireside Room\, West 49th Avenue 949\, Vancouver\, BC\, V5Z 2T1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community
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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:20241103T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241103T150000
DTSTAMP:20260615T184700
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-4/2024-11-03/
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241103T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241103T143000
DTSTAMP:20260615T184700
CREATED:20241007T193306Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241007T193306Z
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SUMMARY:Save Our Salmon Film Series: Fresh Catch
DESCRIPTION:A CBC Gem film about Skipper Otto\, a community supported fishery in Vancouver. \n“We need to have better resilient local food systems. It means that people who are passionate about a fishing way of life get to continue to fish. It means that people can continue to live in their coastal communities. And it means that people in Canada can access Canadian fish\, can eat local fish\, know where it comes from. and know what their dollars are supporting. To me that’s incredibly meaningful.” – Sonia Strobel\, Co-founder and CEO\, Skipper Otto. \nSonia will join us for conversation after the film. \nAll welcome. Snacks provided.
URL:https://vanu.ca/event/save-our-salmon-film-series-fresh-catch/
LOCATION:Fireside Room\, West 49th Avenue 949\, Vancouver\, BC\, V5Z 2T1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Environment
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ORGANIZER;CN="VanU":MAILTO:info@vanu.ca
GEO:49.2268279;-123.1276026
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241103T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241103T133000
DTSTAMP:20260615T184700
CREATED:20241024T202751Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241024T202751Z
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SUMMARY:'We Are The Great Turning' Sunday podcast discussion group
DESCRIPTION:A young activist\, Jess Serrante\, has created a 10-part podcast entitled ‘We Are The Great Turning‘ with the revered 95 year-old activist\, Joanna Macy. She approached Joanna about sharing her work in this way\, and Joanna agreed\, being aware of her limited time left on this earth\, and her awareness of how important it is to get The Work That Reconnects out into the world in these deeply troubled times. She recommends strongly that this work be done in community. \nJess and Joanna are imagining us all there with them sitting at Joanna’s kitchen table. Hearing Joanna’s voice as she shares her deep\, expansive wisdom is deeply moving and her process is very helpful in processing the fear and grief many of us are experiencing\, so that it can move us to action in a challenge mindset rather than reactivity or shutdown in fear and grief. The podcast includes much more than just words\, but includes the experiential elements as are shared in the 2 day retreat. Join me in Biddle at 12:30 every first Sunday beginning on November 3rd. Feel welcome to chat with me around the Vanu campus or email me if you would like to attend at healthyrelations@vanu.ca \nYou can listen to a teaser of the podcast here: We Are The Great Turning Podcast Teaser. – Cindy Cashin
URL:https://vanu.ca/event/we-are-the-great-turning-sunday-podcast-discussion-group/
LOCATION:Biddle\, West 49th Avenue 949\, Vancouver\, BC\, V5Z 2T1\, Canada
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ORGANIZER;CN="VanU":MAILTO:info@vanu.ca
GEO:49.2268279;-123.1276026
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241103T111500
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241103T121500
DTSTAMP:20260615T184700
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-3/2024-11-03/
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:20241103T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241103T120000
DTSTAMP:20260615T184700
CREATED:20240929T202219Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241102T183154Z
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SUMMARY:Sunday Service: A Collaborative Service with the CUC
DESCRIPTION:Rev. Shawn Gauthier\nThis Sunday\, we will be join with Unitarians and UUs across Canada in a special service featuring speakers from across the country. Elements of this service (the chalice lighting\, music\, Community Candles) will be unfolding in real-time in our sanctuary\, while other elements will be shared through video from the Canadian Unitarian Council. The service is the culminating activity of a weekend of building connections and dreaming for the future of our movement in Canada. You can learn more and register here. \nDownload the Order of Service\nRelated Reading\n— \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-a-collaborative-service-with-the-cuc/
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241103T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241103T104500
DTSTAMP:20260615T184700
CREATED:20240205T185350Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240925T215236Z
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SUMMARY:Meditation
DESCRIPTION:Please join us for silent meditation. \nFor 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. 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-2/2024-11-03/
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:20241102T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241102T210000
DTSTAMP:20260615T184700
CREATED:20241018T220820Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241103T051900Z
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SUMMARY:Time and Talent Auction
DESCRIPTION:What a great auction\, thanks everyone!\nItem winners\n\nClick here to see all the item winners\nAll winners will receive an email with a list of what they won and at what price\n\nPayment\nIf you won tonight\, please click here to make a payment. \n\nyou can pay from your phone\nyou can also pay in person at VanU after the service on Nov 3 and Nov 11\n\nTime & Talent Auction\nOn Saturday\, November 2nd\, Vancouver Unitarians will host a much-loved and anticipated evening fundraising event: a live auction and social evening in Hewett Centre.  \nA silent auction will also begin on Sunday\, October 27 (before and after the service) and continue on the night of Saturday\, November 2. \nNot only will this raise much-needed deficit-busting funds for VanU\, but it will also present an exciting and creative opportunity to make new connections within the congregation. We welcome your participation in both the silent auction and the live auction. \nRegistration – click here\nYou must have a paddle number to bid in the silent and/or live auction\, and everyone is strongly encouraged to pre-register to avoid line-ups. You will receive a registration confirmation by email with your paddle number. We are asking for a modest donation of $5.00 to help cover processing costs. \nAuction Catalogue\nThere are almost 90 donations from the VanU congregation\, and each are described in the catalogue. Those with a green background will be in the live auction. Those with a light blue background will be in the silent auction. Those with a dark blue background will also be in the silent auction but are fixed-price offerings. Have fun browsing. \nClick here to see the catalogue online. Use your arrow keys ⬅  ➡ or mouse to move around the catalogue. \nYou can also download a PDF of the full catalogue here. \nSilent Auction\nThe silent auction will commence before and after the service on Sunday\, October 27\, and continue on the night of Saturday\, November 2. You need to be registered before you can bid on any items. \nLive Auction and continuation of Silent Auction\nDate: Saturday\, November 2nd\n\n5:30  – Registration\, live entertainment begins – JES Trio\, silent auction continues in the Fireside Room.\n6:00  – Social hour with music\, your finger food potluck contributions\, alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages for purchase. The silent auction continues.\n7:00  – The live auction begins\, no further registrations.\n7:45 –  Intermission – last chance to bid in the silent auction.\n8:00 –  Live auction continues.\n\nPlease note\n\nChildcare will be available\nRemember to bring finger food – this is a finger food potluck\n\nHow the auction works\nYou must register to get a paddle number before you can bid in either the silent auction or the live auction. You cannot register after the live auction starts at 7 pm. Click here to read our complete auction guide and FAQ for more details.  \nSilent auction item bid sheets will be available in Hewett Centre beginning Sunday\, Oct 27. The winning bidders will be announced during the live auction on Nov 2 and will be asked to make payment at that time. \nBidding paddles will be given out beginning at 5:30 on the live auction day. Bring your registration email when you come on Nov 2\, and you will be given a paddle to use in the live auction. A live auctioneer will conduct the auction. \nPayment: When you finish bidding for the evening\, volunteers will be available in the Lindsey-Priestley Room for payment. You can pay by cheque\, credit card\, or e-transfer. You will also be able to pay for your winning bids from your phone. \nAll sales are final. Arrangements concerning time and place of service\, where necessary\, are to be made between donor and buyer. \nClick here to read our complete auction guide and FAQ for more details.  \nQuestions?\nCheryl Amundsen by email at amundsencheryl@gmail.com or in person after Sunday service.
URL:https://vanu.ca/event/time-and-talent-auction/
LOCATION:Hewett Hall\, 949 West 49th Avenue\, Vancouver\, BC\, V5Z 2T1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community,Fundraising
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241101T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241101T113000
DTSTAMP:20260615T184700
CREATED:20241101T164229Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241101T164229Z
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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-2-2/
LOCATION:meet.google.com/ajw-yqzo-dav
CATEGORIES:Groups
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ORGANIZER;CN="VanU":MAILTO:info@vanu.ca
END:VEVENT
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241030T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241030T203000
DTSTAMP:20260615T184700
CREATED:20241023T231133Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241023T231133Z
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SUMMARY:Dinner for Circle Worship Planning
DESCRIPTION:Rev. Shawn and Kiersten Moore invite young adults and youth to dinner. We want to talk with folks interested in seeing evening circle worship and alternative forms of UU community grow with support from Vancouver Unitarians.  Come for an evening of food and community\, inform the themes of our circle worships for the year. What is generative in this space for you? \nRSVP below and we look forward to seeing you! \n 
URL:https://vanu.ca/event/dinner-for-circle-worship-planning/
LOCATION:Fireside Room\, West 49th Avenue 949\, Vancouver\, BC\, V5Z 2T1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adult Programs,Lifespan,Special Event,Youth
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ORGANIZER;CN="DLFD":MAILTO:kiersten@vanu.ca
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