Easter is a time of renewal, rebirth, and transformation. Winter’s shadows transform into the light of Spring. Hardened ice melts and flows. Barriers are removed and stones roll away. Together, we honor this transformative time of the year and the possibility of new hope.

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Pâques est une période de renouveau, de renaissance et de transformation. Les ombres de l’hiver se transforment en lumière printanière. Le gel et la glace durcis fondent et s’écoulent. Les barrières tombent et les pierres roulent. Ensemble, célébrons cette période transformatrice de l’année et la possibilité d’un nouvel espoir.

In honor of poetry month, we will have a sharing service. Where we invite you to share poems. Either one that you have written or one that has meaning to you. All are welcome to participate.

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À l’occasion du mois de la poésie, nous organiserons un service de partage. Nous vous invitons à partager des poèmes, que ce soit les vôtres ou ceux qui vous touchent. Vous êtes tous les bienvenus.

As we emerge from winter’s chill, we’ll gather in a circle in our downstairs sanctuary to reconnect and renew our sense of community. Through reflection, connection, engaging activities, and songs led acapella, we’ll explore the power of the circle as a representation of unity, wholeness, and infinite possibility. Come share in the joy and warmth of our communal circle.

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Alors que nous sortons du froid hivernal, nous nous réunirons en cercle dans notre sanctuaire du rez-de-chaussée pour renouer et renouveler notre esprit communautaire. À travers la réflexion, la connexion, des activités stimulantes et des chants a cappella, nous explorerons le pouvoir du cercle comme symbole d’unité, de plénitude et d’infinies possibilités. Venez partager la joie et la chaleur de notre cercle communautaire.

It’s always distressing and dangerous when hateful authoritarian ideologies grip a culture, and it’s not always clear what an ordinary person should do. In this group discussion of the anti-Nazi nun Maria Restituta Kafka, we will use the dramatic example of her life to spark some reflection on our own lives: What realistic options do ordinary people have, if we don’t like a hateful or authoritarian trend – locally or globally? What kind of difference can we realistically hope to make? What resources do we have to draw on? And if we do speak our minds, or act in line with our consciences, what might the real costs be?

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Il est toujours pénible et dangereux que des idéologies autoritaires et haineuses s’emparent d’une culture, et la conduite à tenir pour un citoyen ordinaire n’est pas toujours évidente. Dans cette discussion de groupe autour de la religieuse antinazie Maria Restituta Kafka, nous utiliserons l’exemple dramatique de sa vie pour susciter une réflexion sur nos propres vies : quelles sont les options réalistes qui s’offrent aux citoyens ordinaires, s’ils désapprouvent une tendance haineuse ou autoritaire, que ce soit au niveau local ou mondial ? Quel changement pouvons-nous espérer faire concrètement ? De quelles ressources disposons-nous ? Et si nous exprimons notre opinion ou agissons en accord avec notre conscience, quels pourraient en être les coûts réels ?

Join us this Sunday at UUEstrie for a special service titled “Witchy Ways” with Melanie McCrea. Explore the spiritual path of Wicca and its connection to nature, ritual, and personal growth. All are welcome!

Date: Sunday, March 23, 2024
Time: 10:30 AM
Location: Unitarian Universalist Church of North Hatley

Rejoignez-nous ce dimanche à UUEstrie pour un service spécial intitulé “Pratiques Sorcières” avec Mélanie McCrea. Découvrez la voie spirituelle de la Wicca et son lien avec la nature, le rituel et le développement personnel. Tout le monde est bienvenu !

Date : Dimanche 23 mars 2024
Heure : 10h30
Lieu : Église unitarienne universaliste de North Hatley

Join us this Sunday at UUEstrie for a special service led by François Beausoleil on Nonviolent Communication (NVC). Discover how compassionate and conscious communication can transform relationships and deepen connections. All are welcome!

Sunday, March 16
10:30 AM
UUEstrie, 201 Main Street, North Hatley

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Rejoignez-nous ce dimanche à UUEstrie pour un service spécial animé par François Beausoleil sur la Communication NonViolente (CNV). Découvrez comment une communication bienveillante et consciente peut transformer les relations et approfondir les liens. Tout le monde est bienvenu !

Dimanche 17 mars
10h30
UUEstrie, 201 rue Main, North Hatley

Join us as we travel through Andalucia, and explore the many cultures, civilizations and religions that have interacted over the centuries. From the beaches of Cadiz to the towering Alhambra in Granada. The sprawling Seville Cathedral to the awe – inspiring Mezquita in Cordoba. At every turn, there is rich history to uncover.

Rejoignez-nous pour un voyage à travers l’Andalousie et découvrez les nombreuses cultures, civilisations et religions qui ont interagi au fil des siècles. Des plages de Cadix à l’imposante Alhambra de Grenade, de la vaste cathédrale de Séville à l’impressionnante Mezquita de Cordoue. À chaque tournant, une histoire riche est à découvrir.

Sharing Our Faith /Partager notre foi
Whose Belonging?

Reflection written by Rev. Karen Fraser Gitlitz and delivered by Amy Panetta, Lay Chaplain
À qui appartient ?

Réflexion rédigée par la révérende Karen Fraser Gitlitz et présentée par Amy Panetta, aumônière laïque

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“The moment I am asked about belonging, immediately a whole bunch of stories come to mind about times when I felt I didn’t belong. I am sure I’m not alone in this; it’s one of the challenges of trying to talk about belonging, how it creates complicated connections between our inner landscape, the world we find ourselves in, and the worlds we are attempting to bring about.” – Rev. Gitlitz

Karen Fraser Gitlitz (she/her) is a white, cis-gendered woman of northern European ancestry. Karen has served as a Unitarian Universalist minister since 2008 and a professional Art Therapist since 2023. Karen and her partner, musician and composer Paul Gitlitz, now make their home on the Saanich peninsula on southern Vancouver Island, BC, the traditional territory of the W̱SÁNEĆ people. Karen keeps connected to congregational life through her work as Coordinator of the Meaning Making Project, this year offering 8 monthly theme packets and worship services to 15 Canadian UU congregations. Karen is also developing her private art therapy practice under the banner of Creative upWelling Art Therapy and a Community Ministry focused on the interconnections between the arts, spirituality and social justice.

In a world that often feels divided, moments of unexpected kindness remind us of our shared humanity. This Sunday at UUEstrie, guest speaker Kevin Jensen will explore the profound impact of compassion from those we don’t even know. How do small acts of generosity shape our lives? How can we cultivate a spirit of kindness in our communities?

Stay after the service for coffee, conversation, and community.

We look forward to seeing you!

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Dans un monde qui semble souvent divisé, les gestes de gentillesse inattendus nous rappellent notre humanité commune. Ce dimanche à UUEstrie, notre invité Kevin Jensen explorera l’impact profond de la compassion venant de ceux que nous ne connaissons même pas. Comment les petits actes de générosité façonnent-ils nos vies ? Comment pouvons-nous cultiver un esprit de bienveillance dans nos communautés ?

☕ Restez après le service pour partager un café, des conversations et un moment de communauté.

Nous avons hâte de vous voir !

CANCELLED DUE TO WEATHER

Sharing Our Faith /Partager notre foi
Whose Belonging?

Reflection written by Rev. Karen Fraser Gitlitz and delivered by Amy Panetta, Lay Chaplain
À qui appartient ?

Réflexion rédigée par la révérende Karen Fraser Gitlitz et présentée par Amy Panetta, aumônière laïque

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“The moment I am asked about belonging, immediately a whole bunch of stories come to mind about times when I felt I didn’t belong. I am sure I’m not alone in this; it’s one of the challenges of trying to talk about belonging, how it creates complicated connections between our inner landscape, the world we find ourselves in, and the worlds we are attempting to bring about.” – Rev. Gitlitz

Karen Fraser Gitlitz (she/her) is a white, cis-gendered woman of northern European ancestry. Karen has served as a Unitarian Universalist minister since 2008 and a professional Art Therapist since 2023. Karen and her partner, musician and composer Paul Gitlitz, now make their home on the Saanich peninsula on southern Vancouver Island, BC, the traditional territory of the W̱SÁNEĆ people. Karen keeps connected to congregational life through her work as Coordinator of the Meaning Making Project, this year offering 8 monthly theme packets and worship services to 15 Canadian UU congregations. Karen is also developing her private art therapy practice under the banner of Creative upWelling Art Therapy and a Community Ministry focused on the interconnections between the arts, spirituality and social justice.