The Sanctuary is an auditorium-style space. This light-filled space which holds up to 250 people on two levels. It is popular for concerts and lectures. It is also a beautiful space for weddings, memorial services, and ceremonies.
The large stage at the front of the room is ideal for recitals, choirs, chamber groups and plays.
A grand piano is located on the stage and an organ is in the balcony.
The space is equipped with microphones, operated by a sound booth in the balcony. Sound can also be sent to an overflow crowd in Hewett Centre.
Throughout the year, the walls of the sanctuary are hung with monthly rotating art exhibits. Wall hangings can be placed over art if you prefer.
Rev. Shawn Gauthier Almost twenty years ago, the American comedian and television host Stephen Colbert coined the term “truthiness” to describe our culture’s deepening disagreement over what is true, and what is not. Rev. Shawn’s sermon, the last before his summer break, will explore how we can better navigate a…
Rev. Christopher Wulff As we gather on the Summer Solstice we’ll rejoice in the blessings of the season, celebrating the sweetness of life. Beauty and joy are so often the animating forces that keep us moving forward in difficult times, and remaining connected to them is an important spiritual skill.…
James Chamberlin James Chamberlain will speak about how a few key points from that precedent setting court case are being recycled or have shifted for continued use against the 2SLGBTQIA+ community by the extreme right. Also, he’ll suggest three strategies that you might proactively use to counter the spread of…
Diane Brown Van U member Diane Brown, speaking from the perspective of a long time theatre professional, explores some of what she calls Theatre’s Superpowers and how, when employed in life and not just art, may help us overcome adversity and move forward together. Diane is a multi award winning…
Laureen Stokes The Camino de Santiago from Porto to Santiago de Compostella brings pilgrims from church to church through diverse ecosystems, alongside diverse other pilgrims including a surprising number of nuclear physicists. She will share stories of her journey, including how her relationship with the earth, life, and prayer changed.…
Weekly services We 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. After service, we gather in Hewett Centre for…
Weekly services We 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. After service, we gather in Hewett Centre for…
Weekly services We 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. After service, we gather in Hewett Centre for…
Weekly services We 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. After service, we gather in Hewett Centre for…
Rev. Shawn Gauthier The poet Marge Piercy says in her marvelous poem, “To Be of Use,” that a person yearns for “work that is real.” She’s not talking so much about a job, a career, or profession, as much as she is talking about finding one’s purpose in life. In…
Weekly services We 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. After service, we gather in Hewett Centre for…
Weekly services We 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. After service, we gather in Hewett Centre for…
