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'We kindle the light within and inspire courage to nurture the web of life and to create a just and compassionate world.'
​Reverend Eric Meter, Minister

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Cleary Detour in Effect: People will use the new detour for Cleary Avenue
​to enter our campus. 
​Please drive slowly and pay attention to new detour signage.

More information available on the Cleary Detour Page.

UPDATED COVID SAFETY PROTOCOLS
Masks are still required for all services and other large Congregational activities that occur indoors at the church.
Congregational food and beverage-related activities - including Coffee Hour after Sunday Services - may now be held indoors.

​If you are renting space from us, you may set your own safety protocols for your guests or participants. 
We do recommend masking at all times.
Read our updated COVID protocols HERE

Adopted by the Covid Task Force and the Board on February 2, 2023.

IF YOU FEEL ILL, PLEASE STAY HOME.
 

Worship

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SUNDAY SERVICE - 10:30 AM
June 11, 2023 - 10:30am
Living the Enlightenment with Joy!
With guest minister Reverend Norm Horofker
The Enlightenment sparked the birth of modern Unitarian Universalism but it was not an event in the past.
Rather, it is an ongoing process that can give us hope for the present and the future if we keep the flame burning.
Join guest minister, Reverend Norm Horofker, as we explore these themes.​

WATCH THE SERVICE LIVE ON YOUTUBE

​FELLOWSHIP HOUR
IN PERSON Fellowship: 11:30am
Join us in Fellowship Hall immediately after the service for coffee and conversation.

ONLINE Fellowship: 12:00pm – 12:45pm

​Join us for a casual, online discussion of our Service's themes: Click HERE to join via zoom.

NOTE: If you've enjoyed watching services and would like to connect
and learn more, email welcome@firstunitarianottawa.ca
 
Children's Religious Exploration
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Children's Religious Exploration
This Sunday, we'll be making cards for the father-figures in our lives, and hearing a story about dads. We may also go outside, but that will depend on the air quality this Sunday. Dress for the weather, just in case.

Health Guidelines for Children's Religious Exploration (CRE):
  • ALL children and staff must be masked, have no cold or flu symptoms,
    and anyone over 12 must be vaccinated at least twice.


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Upcoming Service
​Sunday, June 18 - 
Fathers and the Blessings of Imperfection
click here for samples of past sermons
 

Happening this week

 
Upcoming Events
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Are you a Millennial or elder GenZ Unitarian? Are you looking to connect with other UUs in town? ​Join us for an evening of board & card games, snacks, conversation, and community!​
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Earth Speaks
Unethical Oil: Alberta's Secret Shame
Tuesday, June 13 - 7:00pm - On Zoom

From the beginning of modern regulation of Alberta oil and gas production during the 1950s, the provincial regulator was captured by industry. Alberta is on the precipice of an environmental and financial catastrophe that the rest of Canada may eventually have to pay for.
Click HERE for details and to register.

Upcoming events - save the date!

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Trivia Quiz Night
Monday, June 19 - 7:00pm - On Zoom
Join us for our 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 a partner or two!
​Contact the office to get the zoom link.
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Stories at the Solstice
Wednesday, June 21 - 6:15pm in Worship Hall

Join us for a pre-show reception at 6:15pm, then gather in Worship Hall for a show that celebrates the arrival of Summer! Featuring Storytellers Louise Profeit-LeBlanc, Mary Wiggin, and Uchechi Ogbonna, as well as music from the Three Rivers Choir, Sheila Green, and Thomas McKegney!
All in support of the Stephen Lewis Grandmothers Campaign. Presented by the Unitarian GoGos and One World Grannies.
Tickets $30 - Click HERE to order them online.

OFFICE HOURS
We have reopened most weekdays from 9:30 am until 4 pm.  Please call  613-725-1066 ext 221 or email omr@firstunitarianottawa.ca ahead to ensure there will be someone present.


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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 Anishinabeg 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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  • Welcome
  • What's Happening
    • calendar
    • Renewal >
      • volunteer task submission form
    • Congregational Focus - Climate Action >
      • Green Sanctuary Accreditation
      • AJASHKI Garden Project
      • EARTH SPEAKS FORUMS
    • Pandemic Safety Protocols
  • About Us
    • Our Ministry Team
    • About Unitarian Universalism
    • Our Campus >
      • Affordable Housing
      • Cleary Detour
    • Member Information >
      • Steps to Membership
      • Members' Page
      • Campus Planning Member Page
      • Governing Documents
      • Death Notices and Memorial Details for Members
  • Worship
    • Sunday Service FAQ
    • Past Sermons
    • Children's Religious Exploration
    • Youth
  • Get Involved
    • Volunteer with us
    • Embracing Diversity
    • Music
    • Lifespan Learning
    • OWL
    • Fundraising
  • Social Justice
    • Climate Action
    • Truth and Reconciliation
  • Communications
    • eUU Weekly Newsletter
    • Archives
    • Lectures and Presentations >
      • HOLTOM LECTURES
  • Contact Us
    • Staff Directory
    • Board of Directors
    • Ceremonies and Rentals >
      • Weddings, Memorials, Child Dedications and other Rites of Passage
      • Facility Rentals
  • Make a Donation
    • Legacy Giving