The First Unitarian Church of Hamilton
A Liberal Spiritual Community Since 1889
Jennifer WallaceIt’s the most wonderful time of the year, or is it? The seasonal holiday celebrations bring light to the darkest time of the year but there is an environmental impact. According to researchers at the Stockholm Environment Institute the 3 days of Christmas celebrations on December 24th, 25th, and 26th account for 5.5% of our … Read more
A new study done for the Canadian Housing and Renewal Association shows building more non-profit housing units would boost Canada’s lagging economic productivity. To grasp the connection between having enough affordable housing and economic productivity, let’s start with what productivity is. Productivity is a measure of efficiency. It measures how much output we get from … Read more
This group sponsors very interesting webinars and study sessions. Their Indigenous Book Study (please see attached schedule of forthcoming books to be discussed) is open to all. Their November book (already discussed), Up Ghost River, is well worth a read. Next Gathering is Monday, February 5. Book is: Life in the City of Dirty Water: A Memoir … Read more
A reminder this Sunday November 26th is the last Sunday of the month and our Family Faith in Action collection for the Eva Rothwell Food Pantry will take place during the service. The pantry is in urgent need of the following items: Body Wash, Bar Soap, Toothpaste, Shampoo, Conditioner, Toilet Paper, Laundry Detergent, Cleaning Supplies, … Read more
Sylvia LaFontaine is organizing the second annual 2Spirit and LGBTQIA+ Christmas Dinner on Dec 25 2-5pm in the church foyer. If you are interested in supporting or volunteering, please reach out to socialjustice@uuhamilton.ca.