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Sunday WorshipOn May 3, we’ll celebrate the Fifth Sunday of Easter and Mental Health Sunday. Don’t miss the reading and reflection offered by our own Diane Monteith. Presiding: Rev. Mary White Unable to attend this Sunday? Download the bulletin and join us online — during the service or afterward. |
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The Walk is ON!Contrary to what was briefly stated on the website, our Pillars of the James Bay Community walk with Candis Elliott (and Natalia assisting) will take place rain or shine — with very high chances of shine! Let’s meet at James Bay United Church tomorrow, May 2, a little before 11:45 am — and head out together. |
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James Bay Market OpensOur beloved James Bay Market — serving the community for over 30 years — is back for the season! Starting tomorrow, visit every Saturday from May through September, 9:00 am to 3:00 pm, and discover: Thank you for buying local! |
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Sunday Jazz Matinee: Toni Blodgett's CanUs w/ special guest Daniel LappLet us remind you that this May, we’re launching our Sunday Jazz Matinee series — a welcoming, relaxed way to enjoy live music together, with a style that we hope will appeal to everyone in our community, from young families to seniors. This Sunday, we invite you to our inaugural matinee, featuring the legendary pianist, vocalist, and band leader Toni Blodgett, with her traditional jazz group CanUS and special guest Daniel Lapp. Admission by donation ($20 suggested, but all are welcome regardless of funds) |
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Faith & Climate in Victoria: From Concern to Collective ActionHow are we, as people of faith and spirituality, called to respond to the climate crisis at this moment? Across Victoria, many are already taking meaningful action — through greening initiatives, education, advocacy, and protest. At the same time, with expanding fossil fuel projects and the growing urgency of climate change, many of us are asking: what more can we do, and how can we support one another? We invite you to join a 90-minute gathering to: This gathering is hosted by Michael Polanyi (Unitarian Universalist Community of Victoria) and Reilly Yeo (Co-Founder of My Climate Plan; Candidate for Ministry, Unitarian Universalist Association). The event is free; small donations to help cover room costs are welcome. For more information please contact Michael. |
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Enneagram WorkshopJust in case you missed last week’s announcement: Debbie Jegen, Calgary, AB (trained by David Daniels) is offering a workshop for those new to the enneagram teachings and to refresh others who have experience. The Enneagram: a powerful and insightful tool for understanding ourselves and others. At its core, the Enneagram helps us to see ourselves at a deeper, more objective level and can be of invaluable assistance on our path to self-knowledge. (Enneagram Institute, NY) Are you a Peacemaker, a Loyalist, an Achiever, a Reformer, a Helper? Or, are you a Challenger, an Investigator, an Individualist or an Enthusiast? Come discover your natural gifts. Saturday, May 30th 9:30 AM - 3:00 PM. Light lunch provided. Cost: $35.00 Pre-register with Marg Lunam by May 16th: momlunam@gmail.com Register early. Limited to 25 participants. |
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Poems of the (Last) WeekLast Sunday, as we marked Earth Day, we were treated to a beautiful pre-service moment, with Karen Dickey sharing a selection of nature poetry. If you’d like to spend a little more time with this deeply touching theme, you’re warmly invited to revisit the recording — or, if you prefer a quiet moment of reflection, you can read the poems Karen shared: "Voices of Earth" by Archibald Lampman
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