The First Unitarian Church of Hamilton
A Liberal Spiritual Community Since 1889
Jennifer WallaceNew leadership of our Affordable Housing Team The Affordable Housing Team this week chose Joan MacNeil, left, and Jennie Koops to be its co-chairs, succeeding Bill Johnston who is stepping down after nine years of leadership. Joan and Jennie, with Theresa Cardey from St. Paul’s, Dundas, led the organization of the recent Keys to Affordable … Read more
How is Veganuary going? Our January book recommendation will help you avoid generating food waste as your explore new plant-based recipes. Plant You: Scrappy Cooking by Carleigh Bodrug. This book offers 140+ plant-based zero-waste recipes that are good for you, your wallet, and the planet. It is available through the Hamilton and Burlington libraries. Celebrate … Read more
The city Planning Committee approved a motion Tuesday to direct staff to investigate the possibility of a city bylaw to prohibit protests at places of worship. The motion carried 10-1, so it is likely that the full 16-member council will approve it next week. The motion, from Ward 1 Councillor Maureen Wilson, directed staff to … Read more
8th Principle Resources on Palestinian Solidarity for worship service on January 19th, entitled “Anthems, Flags, Earrings, and Badges: Stories of Palestinian Solidarity in Process,” We encourage you to read one or more of the resources below: ▶ Unitarian Universalist Association “Solidarity with Palestinians” AIW (Actions of Immediate Witness): https://www.uua.org/action/statements/solidarity-palestinians ▶ Canadian Unitarian Universalists Demand Permanent Ceasefire … Read more
You are invited to the African Caribbean Canadian Association (ACCA) Conversation Cafe on Sunday, Jan. 19th from 2-4 pm. There will be light refreshments, entertainment and table discussions focusing on the theme: “In a World Facing Rising Social Tensions, How Can Communities Come Together for Justice?” This is a free event, held at the ACCA Centre … Read more