What happens when a child of atheists, grown into an agnostic adult who loves ritual and communal exploration of meaning and mystery, begins to feel a call to ministry? Christina will share her ongoing exploration of this question, which led to applying to the Vancouver School of Theology’s Master of Divinity program. Service Leader & … Continue reading Sensing Life’s Mystery
“No matter what one believes in, there is something wonderful about blessing things,” asserts Kathleen Norris. The lay chaplaincy among Unitarian Universalists in Canada is a distinctive office that authorizes select lay leaders to conduct rites of passage on behalf of our congregations and the liberal religious tradition. It has become an essential part of … Continue reading Occasions for Blessing
The Canadian Unitarian Council’s Lay Chaplaincy program started in 1971, from a belief that everyone has a right to a rite, no matter their religious affiliation. The program, to paraphrase the CUC, helps people in need of meaningful rite of passage ceremonies that recognize their personal beliefs and the needs of everyone attending the ceremony, … Continue reading Five Funerals, Some Weddings, and Not Enough Child Dedications
Looking back, we can see things clearly, and what formerly appeared to be challenges, now appear to be blessings. A brief reflection on lay chaplaincy. Service Coordinator: Norm Cobb Sermon Video Reflections of a UU Lay Chaplain Order of service March 26, 2023, 10:30 am Thank you for joining us this morning! If you’re … Continue reading Reflections of a UU Lay Chaplain
