It is always a joy to welcome Fred Cappuccino, our Minister Emeritus, back to our congregation, which he served in the late 1960s and early 1970s. He will share his wisdom and experiences on “Dealing with Difficult People.” Having recently preached in an Anglican Church, he will tell a few bishop jokes. Also a little about … Continue reading Dealing with Difficult People
Michael will explore our collective spirituality through a few intriguing, international stories and reflections from his family’s “book of life” that they’ve experienced over the years. He will start to go “bravely” on as a “free seeker” into areas that science has yet to fathom / to measure. “In Part 1, I’ve selected a few key events and … Continue reading Tales from a Book of Life, Part 1: Adventures
What My Faith has Taught me about Building Community in a Multicultural World In this presentation, Rabbi Sherril discusses her current thoughts on Jewish renewal, an evolving spiritual movement that is radically inclusive, superbly accessible, and deeply reverent. “Judaism Unbound” provides insights and suggestions for other progressive faith groups who wish to build communities incorporating … Continue reading Judaism Unbound – Jewish Renewal
The West Island Association for the Intellectually Handicapped (WIAIH) was created 60 years ago by a group of parents whose children had special needs. They needed mutual support, and wanted to find how to best help their children have full and happy lives. At that time, there were few, if any, resources or support for … Continue reading Community of Special Needs Families
For this third service in our three part series about justice for people of the First Nations, we have the privilege of welcoming Chief Christine Zachary Deom, who will speak about reconciliation. Specifically, she will share her work and role in changing the Montreal city flag as part of the reconciliation process. Service Leader: Karine … Continue reading Moving Ahead with Reconciliation
The Spring Equinox arrived on March 21st. The days are lengthening, nature comes to life again, and there is hopefulness. We are reawakening ourselves after a long winter. Bring on the spring jackets and billy boots, the crocuses and snowdrops, the robins and the scent of sun-warmed earth! As this will be a multi-generational service, … Continue reading Celebrating the Spring Equinox
Timothy will speak to us about what he calls Energetic Love. Exploring the power of love by considering love as an energy that is universal with infinite potential. How the scientific theories for energy can be applied to the power of love. Service leader: Ariel Amstutz Musician: Rob Lutes Hospitality: Sara McDonald and Chris Bassett
Bhaskar writes: Athough born a Hindu, I consider myself more of an ‘Undo’! Undoing habit patterns that are causing suffering. The organization that I have co-founded, daana, is all about community building, and making wellness practices accessible to all. Service leader: Irene Hausknost Musician: Kerry-Anne Kutz SERVICE AUCTION FOLLOWS DURING COFFEE.
This service led by Sheila and Heather FF will celebrate women whose passion and convictions led to taking bold risks for what they were determined to do. Rev. Heather Fraser Fawcett will share the story of Mary Ann Hayden Church in the early 1800s. She was a risk-taker; her determination to share her belief in … Continue reading Women – Bold and Brave
Humorist, author, scenarist and director Anne-Marie Dupras has launched the on-line show Le Projet Stérone presenting feminist comedy short sketches on the Web. She will talk to us about the empowerment of women through humour. Have a look at this hilarious sketch (en français seulement). Service leader: Karine Deschamps Musician: Kerry-Anne Kutz
