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Getting more involved in congregational life is a great way to deepen your social and spiritual connections to your church community. Joining a social or activist group, a committee, or a council at FirstU makes it easy to make new friends,
and get to know your favourite acquaintances better.
Visit our Adult Learning and Growth page to find out about our spiritual enrichment, personal growth, and social events. Click on Social Justice to get involved with one of our many activist groups, or check out our Volunteer With Us page for ways to share your skills and learn some new ones. Check out the Getting Connected Guide to find out about social, spiritual, activist, discussion, and creativity groups you can join.
Read on for a list of recurring group events, and consult the calendar or contact the church office (613-725-1066) to confirm scheduling or for more information.
and get to know your favourite acquaintances better.
Visit our Adult Learning and Growth page to find out about our spiritual enrichment, personal growth, and social events. Click on Social Justice to get involved with one of our many activist groups, or check out our Volunteer With Us page for ways to share your skills and learn some new ones. Check out the Getting Connected Guide to find out about social, spiritual, activist, discussion, and creativity groups you can join.
Read on for a list of recurring group events, and consult the calendar or contact the church office (613-725-1066) to confirm scheduling or for more information.
As part of a community, we are all responsible for supporting and helping members who are in need. The First Unitarian Congregation of Ottawa has groups - including the Caring Network, the Mental Health Support and Action Group, and our Caring Visitors - who work to help us care for each other. Click here to learn more.
If you need to talk to someone from one these groups, please contact the church office by email or at 613-725-1066.
If you need to talk to someone from one these groups, please contact the church office by email or at 613-725-1066.
Recurring Group Events
WEEKLY GROUP EVENTS
Taoist Tai Chi
Tuesdays at 1:00pm
Fellowship Hall
Tai Chi is a series of gentle movements that improves circulation, strengthens the bones, and develops good balance. Each two-hour session is led by experienced instructors from "Friends of Tai Chi" and includes a tea break. There is no fixed fee for these classes, a donation basket will be available. Questions? Contact [email protected].
Knitters Group
Wednesdays at 1:00pm
Room 3
This group welcomes knitters and crocheters of any level, from beginner to expert, who enjoy creating hand-made items in a friendly, supportive setting. Using donated yarn, we make a variety of goods to sell at Fall Fair, Mitten Tree, and other events in support of the church, and to donate to special community projects.
Online Group Meditation
Wednesdays at 7:00pm
On Zoom
Join us on Wednesday evenings for online meditation plus readings from teachers like Thich Nhat Hanh. Let Colleen know if you would like to receive a friendly email reminder on Tuesday. Click HERE to join the meditation session Meeting ID: 851 8209 4896 Passcode: 574355
BIWEEKLY GROUP EVENTS
FirstU Virtual Discussion Circle (Biweekly)
Second and Fourth Thursday of the Month - 1:30pm
On Zoom
Discussion circles are held biweekly, with a different topic each time. No pre-registration is required, just drop in by clicking on the link. We look forward to seeing you! This week, our topic is "Patriotism". ZOOM LINK Meeting ID: 847 7145 7780 Password: 350030
Men's Breakfast Group (Biweekly)
Second and Fourth Friday of the Month - 8:00am
Fellowship Hall - $10
Gentlemen are invited to join the Men’s Breakfast Group for coffee, socializing, and breakfast, followed by an informative and engaging talk by speaker Andrew Drake who will present his topic, The Little Free Library Movement. Expect a lively discussion to ensue. Register, no later than Monday, March 24, by submitting this form.
After-Service Conversation
Second and Fourth Sunday of the Month - 11:45am
The Lounge
Join us in the Lounge for a conversation about themes and insights from this morning's service. Grab some food from Fellowship Hall then join us in the Lounge for coffee and the conversation.
MONTHLY GROUP EVENTS
Thursday Evening Reading for Growth
Fourth Thursday of Every Month - 7:00pm
On Zoom
Join us, on the fourth Thursday of every month, for a lively discussion of our next book! Contact Ken for the zoom link and our next title!
Daytime Reading for Growth (Monthly)
LAST Friday of Every Month - 1:30pm
On Zoom
Please join the discussion of Laughing with the Trickster: On Sex, Death and Accordions.
Indigenous playwright, novelist, and musician, Tomson Highway compares Christian, Classical, and Cree mythologies central to Western culture. The book is available at Ottawa libraries or enjoyed on CBC Massey lecture series. Contact Clea for the zoom details.
Virtual Bridge
First Friday of Every Month - 7:00pm
On Zoom and Bridge Base
Join us online for a fun game of bridge, using Zoom and Bridge Base Online, on the first Friday of every month. Email Barb R to RSVP and get the links and ensure your spot, by the Thursday immediately before our game.
Mental Health Support and Action Group
Third Sunday of Every Month - 12:00pm
Room 6 and Online
The Mental Health Support and Action Group meets on the third Sunday of every month for an hour of supportive listening and sharing. An additional thirty minutes are available after 1:00pm for those who wish to collaborate on group administration and on planning the future foci of our group.
ZOOM LINK Meeting ID: 863 3517 6430 Passcode: 873022
FirstU Trivia Night
Third Monday of Every Month - 7:00pm
On Zoom
Join us for our monthly Trivia Quiz! Questions are diverse, fun, and taken from several sources, and there is no need to feel embarrassed about getting an incorrect answer: players score themselves!
All you need is a pen or pencil, paper and your "thinking cap". Play alone or team up with friends!
ZOOM LINK Meeting ID: 826 4527 6924 Passcode: 976057
Taoist Tai Chi
Tuesdays at 1:00pm
Fellowship Hall
Tai Chi is a series of gentle movements that improves circulation, strengthens the bones, and develops good balance. Each two-hour session is led by experienced instructors from "Friends of Tai Chi" and includes a tea break. There is no fixed fee for these classes, a donation basket will be available. Questions? Contact [email protected].
Knitters Group
Wednesdays at 1:00pm
Room 3
This group welcomes knitters and crocheters of any level, from beginner to expert, who enjoy creating hand-made items in a friendly, supportive setting. Using donated yarn, we make a variety of goods to sell at Fall Fair, Mitten Tree, and other events in support of the church, and to donate to special community projects.
Online Group Meditation
Wednesdays at 7:00pm
On Zoom
Join us on Wednesday evenings for online meditation plus readings from teachers like Thich Nhat Hanh. Let Colleen know if you would like to receive a friendly email reminder on Tuesday. Click HERE to join the meditation session Meeting ID: 851 8209 4896 Passcode: 574355
BIWEEKLY GROUP EVENTS
FirstU Virtual Discussion Circle (Biweekly)
Second and Fourth Thursday of the Month - 1:30pm
On Zoom
Discussion circles are held biweekly, with a different topic each time. No pre-registration is required, just drop in by clicking on the link. We look forward to seeing you! This week, our topic is "Patriotism". ZOOM LINK Meeting ID: 847 7145 7780 Password: 350030
Men's Breakfast Group (Biweekly)
Second and Fourth Friday of the Month - 8:00am
Fellowship Hall - $10
Gentlemen are invited to join the Men’s Breakfast Group for coffee, socializing, and breakfast, followed by an informative and engaging talk by speaker Andrew Drake who will present his topic, The Little Free Library Movement. Expect a lively discussion to ensue. Register, no later than Monday, March 24, by submitting this form.
After-Service Conversation
Second and Fourth Sunday of the Month - 11:45am
The Lounge
Join us in the Lounge for a conversation about themes and insights from this morning's service. Grab some food from Fellowship Hall then join us in the Lounge for coffee and the conversation.
MONTHLY GROUP EVENTS
Thursday Evening Reading for Growth
Fourth Thursday of Every Month - 7:00pm
On Zoom
Join us, on the fourth Thursday of every month, for a lively discussion of our next book! Contact Ken for the zoom link and our next title!
Daytime Reading for Growth (Monthly)
LAST Friday of Every Month - 1:30pm
On Zoom
Please join the discussion of Laughing with the Trickster: On Sex, Death and Accordions.
Indigenous playwright, novelist, and musician, Tomson Highway compares Christian, Classical, and Cree mythologies central to Western culture. The book is available at Ottawa libraries or enjoyed on CBC Massey lecture series. Contact Clea for the zoom details.
Virtual Bridge
First Friday of Every Month - 7:00pm
On Zoom and Bridge Base
Join us online for a fun game of bridge, using Zoom and Bridge Base Online, on the first Friday of every month. Email Barb R to RSVP and get the links and ensure your spot, by the Thursday immediately before our game.
Mental Health Support and Action Group
Third Sunday of Every Month - 12:00pm
Room 6 and Online
The Mental Health Support and Action Group meets on the third Sunday of every month for an hour of supportive listening and sharing. An additional thirty minutes are available after 1:00pm for those who wish to collaborate on group administration and on planning the future foci of our group.
ZOOM LINK Meeting ID: 863 3517 6430 Passcode: 873022
FirstU Trivia Night
Third Monday of Every Month - 7:00pm
On Zoom
Join us for our monthly Trivia Quiz! Questions are diverse, fun, and taken from several sources, and there is no need to feel embarrassed about getting an incorrect answer: players score themselves!
All you need is a pen or pencil, paper and your "thinking cap". Play alone or team up with friends!
ZOOM LINK Meeting ID: 826 4527 6924 Passcode: 976057
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yUUth Group
Third Friday of Every Month - 6:30pm Youth ages 11-17 are invited to join our yUUth Group meetup on the third Friday of every month. We usually meet at the church (but sometimes go bowling or do something else off-site), share a meal, and play games together. Email [email protected] for details on this month's activity! In-Person Bridge Third Sunday of Every Month - 2:00pm Room 3 Join us in Room 3, on the third Sunday of the month, from 2:00pm to 4:00pm, for a fun game of bridge. To RSVP, email [email protected] by the Saturday immediately before our game, so we can set up before you arrive! |
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