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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 - NOW FULL!
As noted in the September issue of In the Spirit (emailed Aug 29), this year, we are using a new Canadian UU source for our monthly themes called “Meaning Making.”
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/month to do a deep check-in and share your experiences and reflections on the material.
It’s a good way to deepen connection with others in the congregation and to give yourself time to intentionally reflect on things that matter.
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In Person – FULL
Home of Jeanne & Ann, Esquimalt
3rd Mondays, 1 pm – 3 pm
Facilitators: UUCV members, Jeanne VanBronkhorst and Leslie Stafford
- Oct 20
- Nov 17
- Dec 15
- Jan 19
- Feb 16
- March 16
- April 20
- May 18
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In Person – FULL
UU Community of Victoria, Oasis Room Wednesdays, 10 am – 12 noon Facilitator: Rev. Melora
- Oct 29
- Nov 26
- Dec 10
- Jan 21
- Feb 25
- March 18
- April 29
- May 27
Zoom – FULL
3rd Tuesdays, 7 pm – 8:30 pm
Facilitator: Rev. Melora- Oct 21
- Nov 18
- Dec 9* (2nd not 3rd)
- Jan 20
- Feb 17
- March 17
- April 21
- May 19
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 Pat: kinradep@gmail.com or Audrey: audrey_t@telus.net (Audrey will be away Oct. 17th – 24th, so if your request is time-sensitive please contact Pat during that week).
(Lies Weijs is away in September & October, so Audrey will be covering as secondary contact until Lies gets back.)
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 and Jewel Spooner with tech support from 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.
Neighbourhood Groups
All members, friends, and newcomers may join a Neighbourhood Group. Groups meet monthly, bi-monthly, quarterly and, sometimes, occasionally.There are no rules to join, no tests to pass. All you have to do is live in one of the neighbourhoods.
If you don’t know which group could be yours, please phone the office, 250-744-2665. to find out more please visit this link: https://victoriaunitarian.ca/program/neighbourhood-groups/