Speaker: Rev. Victoria Ingram Service Leader: Mary Ellen Scanlon As we begin the new year, we share in our ritual of Fire Communion. In the words of Rev. Elizabeth Harding, “The fire communion separates the end of the year from the beginning, helping us to put in perspective the joys and sorrows, the changes and … Read more

Service Leaders: Pat Dickinson and Martin Dooley COVID has not slowed down the social justice work of this congregation. This service will briefly review where we have been and then focus on where we are heading with our work with Eva Rothwell, Affordable Housing, Welcoming Congregation and our focus on anti-racism. Congregants will be encouraged … Read more

Speaker: Karen Trollope-Kumar Service Leader: Stephen Atkinson What does it mean to be compassionate? Can we truly be compassionate for others if we are not compassionate for ourselves? In this talk, Karen Trollope-Kumar explores the many meanings of compassion, drawing from religious as well as secular traditions. Cultivating compassion for oneself and others is a … Read more

Speaker: Rev. Victoria Ingram Service Leader: Jennifer Kaye We grow older, yes, but there’s no guarantee we will grow wiser as the years add up.  And, we’ve all met young people who were “old souls” who exhibit wisdom beyond their years.  Where does wisdom come from, and how can we make sure we are intentional … Read more

Speaker: Rev. Victoria Ingram Sometimes, Canadians like to pretend that there aren’t racism issues in Canada – well, at least not like they have in our neighbours to the South. BIPOC folks will tell you their experience is very different.  Canada has its own sad legacy of slavery, oppression, and bigotry.  Today we look how … Read more