e-UU for Friday, July 1, 2022
Friday, July 1, 2022
 
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We acknowledge that our campus is located on traditional, unsurrendered and unceded Algonquin Anishinabeg Territory; and that the work of reconciliation is a responsibility of our congregation, and of all Canadians.
 
Sunday, July 3, 2022
Online AND In Person!
Starts at 10:00am
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All You Really Need to Know… You Learned in Kindergarten
Jackie Holzman

Jackie Holzman shares a reflection on the basics - remember to share, be kind, clean up after yourself and live
a balanced life of work, play and learning - as found in the well-known book by Robert Fulghum.
Do we remember The Basics? How are they relevant to our faith community?

Throughout her long career of volunteer activities - ranging from supporting medical research and services for the disabled and as co-founder of Compassionate Ottawa - Jackie Holzman has been sure to “be there at the beginning” of many initiatives that have improved life in our city. This, in addition to her political career as city councillor and later mayor of Ottawa in the 1990’s. She continues “giving back and making a difference” as resident and now Chair of the Board of Unitarian House.

Find out more, and grab the service link, by clicking the green button below!

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Click HERE for Service, Children's Religious Exploration, and Hospitality Information

Online Auction Results


Purple crocuses blooming in the lower right corner of the frame against a white and mauve background. The words "Spring for Something Special" and "Online Auction - April 10-21 - www.bytown.com" overlay the image in black script and black text respectively.Great news! Our recent auction raised over $18,000 for FirstU!

Thanks to all who donated items or participated in bidding and to our auction team, including Paula Theetge, Jane Buchan and Joe and Jill Westra of Bytown Auctioneers.

A special thank-you to Margaret Linton and David Hudson, who worked tirelessly to make this fundraiser a great success.
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Congregational Focus: Environmental Action

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Our climate actions and activities this week include new suggestions for books, podcasts, and webinars
to inspire you! Click the green button below to check them out!
Click HERE for This Week's Events PLUS Actions You can Take to Protect the Web of Life

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Read All About It!


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Our Discussion Circle will be slowing down over the summer. Join us again for our July Discussion, in a few weeks!

A white lotus flower floating on dark waterMeditation Break
The Wednesday Evening Mindfulness Meditation Group wishes everyone nourishment and refreshment during our short summer break: June 29th, July 7 & 14.
SEE YOU ALL AGAIN at 7 pm on JULY 21st.

Hands, one sporting a multi-shade green manicure, and all wearing rainbow bracelets, hold up different pride flags. The flags include: Traditional rainbow, Bi, Trans, and Lesbian pride.Fierté Capital Pride 2022
Save the date! FirstU will be marching in this year's Ottawa Pride Parade on August 28th. We will be meeting downtown at 11am at our designated rally spot (to be confirmed), and the parade itself starts moving at noon. Dress Up, Have Fun, and Show Your Pride! Allies are very welcome!

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The COVID Task Force met on June 14 and have made the following recommendations:
  • Singing in the pews will now be allowed!
  • Everyone must remain masked in indoor congregational events, such as Sunday Service, Hospitality Hour in the Lounge, and Earth Speaks-type events.
  • Smaller on-campus meetings/classes can be conducted "mask optional", so long as everyone attending agrees that they are comfortable with this.
  • Capacity limits will remain at 75%.
Contact covid@firstunitarianottawa.ca with any questions.
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Caring Contacts for July


Maury Prevost
Janet Clayton

We are all interconnected, interdependent and minister to each other in many ways. Our monthly Caring Contacts take your phone calls and emails when you wish to alert us to a need or a concern or have a joy to celebrate. We try to ensure no one is forgotten and that appropriate help is provided when requested.

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Weekly Calendar


Please contact your regular group leader for meeting details. Contact info can be found on the congregation's calendar.
The link for Sunday Service can be found on the website homepage or on our Youtube Page.
For inquiries or to join a group, email the office for information.

Sunday, July 3
10:00am
Sunday Service Online AND In-Person
CRE
11:30am
Summer Online Hospitality Hour

Click the pic, below, for more events happening this week!
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Unitarian Universalist nUUs


Information about events and activities at the Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Ottawa can be found by reading the latest UUFO Friday Notes.


Canadian Unitarian Council
Information about all the upcoming CUC events can be found on their Events Page.

 
A purple, bowl-shaped Chalice lit with multiple flames appears against a white background. The words "Canadian Unitarian Council: Inclusivity Forums" overlay the image in grey and purple text.The CUC Social Justice Team is making documentary-style videos for the next two Inclusivity Forums, featuring interviews with UUs who have experienced exclusion due to age, gender identity, or gender expression. One forum will focus on welcoming folks of all gender identities and expressions, while the other will look at welcoming people of all ages. Find out how to participate HERE.
 

Sunday Announcement Submissions


If you would like an announcement made during the livestreamed Sunday Service,
Please email the Board of Directors at bod@firstunitarianottawa.ca by Friday at 10am.
Do allow for time in case there are questions with regard to the announcement. 
Also note that announcements may need to be edited for length and that time-sensitive announcements may be prioritized.

Joys and Sorrows


If you would like a stone placed in the water for you during the Joys and Sorrows portion of an upcoming Sunday Service, please email Reverend Ellen by Friday at 10am.

eUU Submissions


Submit your eUU messages for consideration to publications@firstunitarianottawa.ca no later than Wednesday at noon of the week you want your announcement or event to appear.
80 words or less, please. Allison, our Communications Coordinator, works Thursdays and Fridays.

Our contact information:

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613-725-1066

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​30 Cleary Ave   K2A 4A1   
613-725-1066  
uuoffice@firstunitarianottawa.ca
"We acknowledge that our campus is located on traditional, unsurrendered and unceded Algonquin Anishinaabeg Territory;
and that the work of reconciliation is a responsibility of our congregation, and of all Canadians.  "Our goal is to educate ourselves and all
who have ears to hear, to be of service to those who are at risk, and to advocate for justice.

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