Descriptions of Sunday Services
SING YOUR SONG, LIFT YOUR SPIRIT
Rev. Jessica Purple Rodela and the Spirit of Life Choir
Music: Stephen Preece
As a “UUvangelist,” I am always wondering how to describe Unitarianism to outsiders. When we tell our congregation’s history, we model the values we stand for in the wider community.
The service is followed by our Annual General Meeting. This year we vote on a budget, a new board member, and a possible new name for the congregation.
BETWEEN SOLITUDE AND ISOLATION
Rev. Jessica Purple Rodela
Music: Boyd McDonald
Being alone and being lonely are not the same thing. While others celebrate “Family Day” weekend, how do those in a ‘family of one’ cope?
THIS ONE WILD AND PRECIOUS LIFE
Rev. Jessica Purple Rodela and friends
Music: Stephen Preece
Allan, Brenda, Carol and Michele respond to the question posed by Unitarian Universalist poet Mary Oliver: “Tell me, what else should I have done? Doesn't everything die at last, and too soon? Tell me, what is it you plan to do with your one wild and precious life?”
Stay after the service for a delicious bowl of spicy chili
WHEN RAINBOWS FADE
Rev. Jessica Purple Rodela
Music: Stephen Preece
Teenager Jamie Hubley of Ottawa committed suicide last year, citing depression, the pressures of being openly gay, and school bullying. As a welcoming congregation to the lesbian/gay/bi/trans/queer community, we have voted to ‘stand on the side of love.’ Today, let us consider how to practice that commitment to honour diversity of sexuality.
After the service, you are invited to attend a special Take 40 presentation on “Being a Good Ally” by university student Nadia Hutton of GLOW.