FIRST UNITARIAN CONGREGATION OF OTTAWA

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Perhaps you’re curious about a congregation that enjoys stimulating and thought-provoking discussions that incorporate the wisdom of all religions. Maybe you’re seeking a spiritual home or community of like-minded people.

Perhaps you are looking for a program for your children that will guide them to be moral, compassionate people. Or, you may just need an hour of spirituality and tranquility in the midst of a busy life. Whatever your reason, we welcome you.

Join us in Worship Hall - Sundays at 10:00am

We gather on Sundays to celebrate our faith and community and to deepen our spiritual understandings of ourselves, those around us, and the world in which we live.

Our Greeters will welcome you, hand out materials, answer questions, and help you find a seat. Each of our one-hour services generally include a sermon, readings, meditation, and music.  Although the theme of a service may come from many different religious, social, and cultural sources, the goal is always to deepen our spiritual understandings of ourselves, those around us, and the world in which we live.
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​Assisted listening devices are available to anyone who may need them.
​They can be borrowed from the back of Worship Hall.
​To be welcoming to all, we endeavor to be a scent-free space.
A view of the front of Worship Hall. Our baby grand piano appears on the dais, next to the pulpit, in front of the wall of windows that fills our Sanctuary with natural light. There is burgundy carpet in the aisles and the wooden pews have red cushions on them. There are lots of potted plants in front of the windows.
​Our services are multi-generational - children and youth are more than welcome! There is also childcare available from 9 am to 12 pm Sunday.

Our worship draws upon all world religions as well as science, psychology, the social sciences, history, and philosophy. We include visual arts as well as musical ones, and often include short dramas and moments of celebration. We speak often about justice, equality, and fairness.

The different parts of every worship service are not separate from one another, but form an integrated whole that is designed to both stimulate the intellect and enrich our spirituality. We believe that children and youth are integral members of our community and therefore we worship as a whole congregational body of all ages. Click here for more information about religious exploration for children and youth and how we support caregivers in their family's faith formation. 

At the end of the service, you can join us for our Hospitality Hour where we share conversation and refreshments.  Newcomers are invited to visit the Green Mug Table for coffee and tea.  You’ll have a green mug which identifies you as new and someone that we can greet. 
SPECIAL CHILDREN'S SPACES
The Sanctuary: We set up each Sunday with a variety of Quiet Play Activities to engage children.
The Lounge: Children must be accompanied by their parent as childcare is NOT provided here.
Chalice Play Room: Meet in the dedicated children’s area (Room 4) where qualified childcare supervisors are provided from 9 am.
Got questions? click here for our sunday service faq
We are a fully Accessible Facility.  We are a Welcoming Congregation, a UU-UNO Blue Ribbon Congregation,
and a Designated Lifespan Learning Congregation.
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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
    • 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
    • Embracing Diversity
    • Music
    • Lifespan Learning
    • OWL
  • 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