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These small groups are open both to members of the congregation and to those comfortable with Unitarian-Universalism. Presumably, no one comes to a religious community just to join a committee or participate in corporate worship. Click any one of these for details:
Meaning Making Groups - 2026/2027 Registration now OPEN!
As we did last year (for the first time), this year, we will again use the Canadian UU source for our monthly themes called “Meaning Making.”
This year’s themes are:
- Agency and Acceptance (October)
- Change and Stability (November)
- Humility and Pride (December)
- Responsibility and Integrity (January)
- Power and Powerlessness (February)
- Expectations and Surprises (March)
- Forgiveness and Repair (April)
- Community and Individuality (May)
And once again, due to popular demand, we will be offering small groups to engage with the material –
- Receive the packet – with questions for reflection and suggested spiritual exercises
- Attend your small group once a month to do a deep check in and share your experiences and reflections on the material.
Folks who were in groups last year appreciated that these groups were a good way to deepen connection with others in the congregation and to give yourself time to intentionally reflect on things that matter.
We have 4 groups to offer. Choose the time, date, and location that works best for you.
Space is limited, and these filled up quickly last year – so sign up now to secure your spot. Email rev.melora@victoriaunitarian.ca with “Meaning Making” in the subject heading, and specify which group you’d like to join.
In Person
Home of Jeanne & Ann, Esquimalt, 511-100 Saghalie Road
3rd Mondays*, 1pm-3pm
Facilitators: UUCV members, Jeanne VanBronkhorst and Leslie Stafford
- Oct 19
- Nov 16
- Dec 14* (Note: this is the 2nd Monday)
- Jan 18
- Feb 15
- March 15
- April 19
- May 17
In Person
UU Community of Victoria, Farmhouse Common Room [to be confirmed]
Tuesdays, (Oct-Dec 2026, 2nd Tuesday of the month. Jan-May, 2027, last Tuesday of the month), 1pm-3pm
Facilitator: Rev. Melora
- Oct 29
- Nov 26
- Dec 10
- Jan 21
- Feb 25
- March 18
- April 29
- May 27
In Person
Home of Jenny Heston, 3266 Cook Street, Victoria
3rd Tuesdays, 7pm-8:30pm
Facilitators: UUCV members, Jenny Heston & Jeanine Hartman- Oct 20
- Nov 17
- Dec 15
- Jan 19
- Feb 16
- March 16
- April 20
- May 18
Zoom
Tuesdays (Oct-Dec 2026, 2nd Tuesday of the month. Jan-May, 2027, last Tuesday of the month), 7pm-8:30pm
Facilitator: Rev. Melora
- Oct 13
- Nov 10
- Dec 8
- Jan 26
- Feb 23
- March 30
- April 27
- May 25
Spirituality Group
Spirituality Group members are currently meeting in person at someone’s home and on Zoom from 2 pm to 4 pm on the second Wednesday of the month.
The meeting format includes opening readings, expressions of joys and concerns through lighting of a candle, and a 5-minute silent meditation before taking turns to share thoughts on a mutually pre-chosen topic.
Spirituality Group members examine their own humanity in the context of our place within the great mystery, our relationship to each other and to nature, all the while acknowledging the “spirit” within. The goal is a gentle journey together towards deeper understanding. Members develop trust, share deep personal stories and keep such things confidential. Everyone is most welcome.
Please call or email Nancy Dobbs (nandobbs@telus.net) for more information (including the Zoom link) and/or to be on the contact list.
Depression & Anxiety Support Circle
We are a confidential peer-led support group. Weekly zoom meetings are a mix of structured sharing and informal conversation, to provide a safe space, as well as foster warmth and humour wherever it can be found, during our 90 minutes together. For more information, or to put your name on our email list, please email Lies: eweijs@torontomu.ca
Song Circle and Zoom Sing
Coordinators: Bernhard Spalteholz & Jewel Spooner
Fridays from 2-3:30 pm
SONG CIRCLE: Everyone welcome to hybrid format singing in the Sanctuary and on Zoom. Two Fridays a month- 2-3:30 pm. Check the newsletter, E-weekly or contact Bernhard Spalteholz for the schedule. Led by Nancy Dobbs, Jewel Spooner and Bernhard Spalteholz. Our Song Circles are Informal, relaxed, with a campfire vibe… songs of peace and joy; familiar, new, folk, world songs, lighthearted, chants…all with words provided.
For more info or to join by Zoom, please email Bernhard at singforjoy135@gmail.com
Monthly Monday Pub Night
Pub Night will continue to meet at 7 PM on the first Monday of the month at Lure in the Delta Ocean Pointe Hotel, 100 Harbour Rd, Victoria, BC. Please contact John Hopewell for further details.
Monday Unitarian Walkers
We need to keep our bodies active and moving, preferably walking on one of the many beautiful trails of South Vancouver Island. And it’s great fun hanging out with our fellow Unitarians.
So join us, the Monday Unitarian Walkers, an inclusive group which welcome ALL interested Unitarian members and friends who can walk steadily for 1-2 hours.
If you are interested in joining these weekly walks, please contact: Contact Chris Cook 49chriscook@gmail.com to be put on the email list.
UU Lunch Groups
Everyone Welcome Lunch Group
UU Mens' Lunch Group
The UU men’s lunch is held on the 3rd Thursday of each month at noon in the 4 Mile Pub restaurant. Anyone wishing to join us for food and lively conversation contact John Stewart at stewartvaasjo@outlook.com or 250-884-3148.
Short Walks/Long Coffee Group
For an easy, inclusive outdoor saunter, join our group! We walk 15 minutes out and 15 minutes back, then off for a leisurely coffee. All levels of movement invited: poles, canes, wheelchairs and walkers.
All the walks start at 1:30 on Wednesdays.
To find out the next walk & coffee location, contact Anne Vaasjo by text or phone: 250-884-5472