Away from UUEstrie

October 2nd marks the birthday of Mahatma Gandhi. In his honor, the International Day of Non-Violence is commemorated. The United Nations established this occasion in order to "disseminate the message of non-violence, including through education and public awareness" which reaffirms "the universal relevance of the principle of non-violence" and the desire "to secure a culture … Continue reading "Sunday, October 6, 10:30 a.m. – Mahatma Gandhi: Be the Change You Wish To See, Led by Amy Panetta"

On Thanksgiving Sunday, we come together in a participatory service to share and reflect upon gratitude and all that inspires us to give thanks. ~~~~~ Le dimanche de Thanksgiving, nous nous réunissons dans un service participatif pour partager et réfléchir sur la gratitude et sur tout ce qui nous inspire à rendre grâce.

Two "Water for African Women" talks by Magnabaou Mame-Boye Diédhiou from Senegal, on Humanitarian Aid, Humour, and A Diola Woman’s Perspective. "Let’s drop failed aid policies and help our mothers and daughters to shine." Agnabaou Mame-Boye Diédhiou hails from La Casamance in the south of Senegal, and is the country director for UUEstrie’s initiative WaterforAfricanWomen.org. … Continue reading "Sunday, October 20, 10:30 a.m. – Water for African Women with Magnabaou Mame-Boye Diédhiou Pt. 1 (en anglais et français)"

Two "Water for African Women" talks by Magnabaou Mame-Boye Diédhiou from Senegal, on Humanitarian Aid, Humour, and A Diola Woman’s Perspective. "Let’s drop failed aid policies and help our mothers and daughters to shine." Agnabaou Mame-Boye Diédhiou hails from La Casamance in the south of Senegal, and is the country director for UUEstrie’s initiative WaterforAfricanWomen.org. … Continue reading "Sunday, October 27, 10:30 a.m. – Water for African Women with Magnabaou Mame-Boye Diédhiou Pt. 2 (en anglais et français)"

This Sunday, we mark All Souls Day by thinking together about the importance of memory and memorial. Aaron will offer a quick reflection on the cultural traditions related to All Souls Day, within the larger frame of human history: we as a species have been doing our best to honour our dead for a very … Continue reading "Sunday, Nov 3, 10:30 a.m. – “A Sunday with Soul” with Aaron Ricker (en anglais)"

This Sunday at UUEstrie, we’ll gather to watch Rev. Susan Frederick-Gray’s inspiring 2019 General Assembly homily, "A Love to Change the World." Her message celebrates the transformative power of love, inviting us to build a more inclusive, just, and compassionate world. Come connect, reflect, and be uplifted by this powerful vision of community and hope. … Continue reading "Sunday, Nov 10, 10:30 a.m. – “A Love to Change the World” with Ryan Frizzell (en anglais)"

Together we will reflect on our very first principle as Unitarian Universalists: Affirming the inherent worth and dignity of all people. Fundamental to our values, this first principle recognizes our shared humanity and promotes empathy, peace, compassion, inclusivity, and equity within ourselves, our community, and our larger world. All are welcome! Service starts at 10:30 … Continue reading "Sunday, Nov 17, 10:30 a.m. – “Affirming Our Inherent Worth and Dignity” with Amy Panetta (en anglais)"

Join us for a walk led by Melanie at L'île Du Marais De Katevale (Katevale Marsh) 425 Rue des Sapins C, Sainte-Catherine-de-Hatley, QC J0B 1W0 https://maps.app.goo.gl/q3nQjuUj4PBS83CQ8?g_st=afm To get there one has to take the Hovey Road from North Hatley, go through the village of Katevale and down the huge hill afterwards and then after you … Continue reading "Sunday, June 22, 10:30 a.m. Walk at L’ile Du Marais De Katevale (Katevale Marsh)"

Join us this Sunday at River Park in North Hatley at 11:30am for a church picnic in place of our usual service at 10:30am. Please bring a savory and/or sweet dish to share, plus your own plate, cutlery, and napkins. Please let Melanie know what dish(es) you may be bringing by emailing her at melmelmc1@hotmail.com … Continue reading "July 20th, 11:30 a.m. “Picnic at River Park Pique-nique au River Park”"

Let’s meet at the Weller Farm hangar/dance hall. After a brief welcome and introductions, participants can explore interest groups and activities highlighting the theme of self-sufficiency: from homesteading and organic gardening to innovative projects like pond construction, drone programming, and small-aircraft design. At noon, we’ll come together to share a potluck picnic, either outdoors in … Continue reading "Aug 31st, 10:30 a.m. Outing – Self-Sufficiency: Doing Everything Yourself with the Environment’s Resources Autosuffisance : tout faire soi-même avec les ressources de l’environnement"