NOTICE
THE CHURCH WILL BE CLOSED ON SUNDAY, FEBRAURY 16 BECAUSE OF BAD WEATHER
OUR SUNDAY SERVICE WILL BE ONLINE-ONLY
ALL OTHER SUNDAY PROGRAMMING HAS BEEN CANCELED OR MOVED ONLINE (SEE EUU FOR DETAILS)
WE WILL BE OPEN ON SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 15 FOR THE SHARING CIRCLE
PLEASE NOTE: THE OFFICE WILL REMAIN CLOSED ON MONDAY, FEBRUARY 17, FOR FAMILY DAY
THE CHURCH WILL BE CLOSED ON SUNDAY, FEBRAURY 16 BECAUSE OF BAD WEATHER
OUR SUNDAY SERVICE WILL BE ONLINE-ONLY
ALL OTHER SUNDAY PROGRAMMING HAS BEEN CANCELED OR MOVED ONLINE (SEE EUU FOR DETAILS)
WE WILL BE OPEN ON SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 15 FOR THE SHARING CIRCLE
PLEASE NOTE: THE OFFICE WILL REMAIN CLOSED ON MONDAY, FEBRUARY 17, FOR FAMILY DAY
Our church is a liberal, spiritual congregation located on the shores of the Ottawa River
Welcome to the first unitarian congregation of ottawa!
'We kindle the light within and inspire courage to nurture the web of life and to create a just and compassionate world.'
Welcome to the First Unitarian Congregation, a liberal, spiritual congregation located on the shores of the Ottawa River. We are a diverse,
multigenerational community built on a variety of philosophical and faith traditions, and we're committed to turning compassion into action.
Welcome to the First Unitarian Congregation, a liberal, spiritual congregation located on the shores of the Ottawa River. We are a diverse,
multigenerational community built on a variety of philosophical and faith traditions, and we're committed to turning compassion into action.
30 Cleary Avenue, Ottawa ON K2A 4A1 . 613-725-1066
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You can now access Cleary Avenue by turning north at Byron/Redwood into the campus. Updates on the detour, and the 2024-2027 Richmond Road closure, including maps showing entrance and exit routes, have been added to our Cleary Detour Page and will continue to be updated as information becomes available.
sunday Worship and children's programmingSUNDAY SERVICE, 10:30 AM
CLICK TO WATCH THE SERVICE LIVE ON YOUTUBE CLICK TO VIEW THE LATEST ORDER OF SERVICE February 16, 2025
Reflection on Love: The Teacher ~ with Reverend Eric Meter, Jodi McIntosh, Jenn Bernton, and Mary Jackson This Sunday, Reverend Eric, Jodi McIntosh, Jenn Berntson, Mary Jackson, and others will offer an online-only, post-valentines-day worship service reflecting on the theme of "Love: The Teacher". Please Note: With more snow in the forecast for the weekend, we have opted to ensure everyone's safety by hosting an online-only service via our YouTube channel. Click HERE to join the service.
Upcoming Service
Sunday, February 23 - Faith and the Climate Crisis With guest speaker Alex Neufeldt CHILDREN'S RELIGIOUS EXPLORATION
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Happening this weekDrop In Sharing Circle with Reverend Eric
Saturday, February 15 1:00pm - 2:30pm in Room 6 Reverend Eric will be available to talk and answer questions about his departure. This is the first of several Sharing Circles that are planned. Information / Listening Session:
Eric's Departure Sunday, February 16 - 11:45am Online There will be a session after the service this Sunday, February 16, for congregants to ask questions and express their thoughts and feelings regarding the email that was sent out on Thursday. You can participate in the session using the Zoom link below. The session will be recorded and made available later on the Our Ministry Team page. Another session is planned after the February 23 service in Worship Hall. ZOOM LINK Meeting ID: 841 6566 3350 Passcode: 953654 |
Upcoming events At FirstU - save the date!
Women's Inclusive Pagan Circle
Ostara Ritual Thursday, March 20 - 7:00pm The NOW Room - $5 Suggested Trans women, cis women, and non-binary folks are invited to take part in our Ostara Ritual. Honour the sacred balance of Spring Equinox and celebrate the spring of sap rising and geese returning. Bring finger foods to share after the ritual and anything seasonal you'd like to include on our altar. |
Mapmaking: Navigating Your Spiritual Journey at FirstU
Begins Thursday, March 27 - 7:00pm This series of group discussions begins Thursday March 27, and runs for six biweekly sessions, from 7:00pm to 9:00pm. If you'd like to claim the last spot available: |
Introducing Ourselves
Sunday, April 13 - 12:00pm Fellowship Hall This will be a small group, casual gathering on a weeknight evening. You will share with other newcomers what brought you to FirstU, hear and ask about the basics of Unitarian Universalism and get some insight into how FirstU functions and ways you can get connected here. Brent Nicolle and Rev. Eric Meter will be your guides. This session will be offered in-person at FirstU, unless there is a preference to meet on Zoom instead. For more information and to register: |
OFFICE HOURS
We are open most weekdays from 9:30 am until 4 pm. Please call 613-725-1066 ext 221 ahead to ensure there will be someone present.
We are open most weekdays from 9:30 am until 4 pm. Please call 613-725-1066 ext 221 ahead to ensure there will be someone present.