Service
Keith Baxter, “Giving Thanks”
Huntingville Universalist Church Quebec, CanadaGiving Thanks: A Thanksgiving Service at the Historical Huntingville Universalist Church. A traditional Thanksgiving service is planned at this historical church building, preserved in its original state, with 19th century box pews and balcony. A rare opportunity to see the interior of the building that is now closed to the public, and to learn about … Continue reading "Keith Baxter, “Giving Thanks”"
Rachel Garber, “Veiled Like Me: About Bill 21”
UUEstrie - Sanctuary (Upstairs) 201 Rue Main, North Hatley, QC, CanadaWhat I learned from the “Veiled Like Me” experiment, and reflections on Quebec’s Bill 21 (An Act Respecting the Laicity of the State) that forbids some public employees to wear “religious symbols,” including the hijab. Information about a possible court challenge to the law on the grounds that public debate was short-circuited in order to … Continue reading "Rachel Garber, “Veiled Like Me: About Bill 21”"
Dr. Charles Larson, “Power, Privilege and Equity in Global Health”
UUEstrie - Stoddard Hall (Downstairs) 201 Rue Main, North Hatley, QC, CanadaPower and privilege have silently, but profoundly, shaped the practice of global health since its inception. To overcome the reality of these inequities when working with the disadvantaged, one must confront long-held assumptions about helping others and reorient one’s thinking more towards helping ourselves in partnership with those trapped in poverty and limited opportunity. Drawing … Continue reading "Dr. Charles Larson, “Power, Privilege and Equity in Global Health”"
Dr. Bruce Gilbert
UUEstrie - Stoddard Hall (Downstairs) 201 Rue Main, North Hatley, QC, CanadaThe Gift of Life, and Death. Bruce Gilbert, PhD. Sunday, November 24, at 10:30 a.m. Given that we often think of life as a gift, we will explore three possible ways for us to approach death. (Downstairs, in Stoddard Hall.) ~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Le don de la vie, et la mort. Bruce Gilbert, PhD. Dimanche 24 novembre … Continue reading "Dr. Bruce Gilbert"
Rachel Garber & Adele Ernstrom, “Write for Rights”
UUEstrie - Stoddard Hall (Downstairs) 201 Rue Main, North Hatley, QC, CanadaAn invitation to participate in Amnesty International Advocacy for social justice. We will learn about selected cases where human rights are being denied, and write letters advocating for justice. Drafts of letters are provided. ~~~~~~ Une invitation à participer à l'événement d'Amnesty International pour plaider pour la justice sociale. Pour certains cas de violation des … Continue reading "Rachel Garber & Adele Ernstrom, “Write for Rights”"
Mr. Douglas Nadler, “Environmental Thoughts that You May Not have Thought Of”
UUEstrie - Stoddard Hall (Downstairs) 201 Rue Main, North Hatley, QC, CanadaAn In and Out Cat Christmas
UUEstrie - Sanctuary (Upstairs) 201 Rue Main, North Hatley, QC, CanadaOur annual Dramatic Presentation to be followed once again by a Community Turkey supper. All Welcome.
Singing the Joy of Christmas
UUEstrie - Sanctuary (Upstairs) 201 Rue Main, North Hatley, QC, CanadaA service of carols with perhaps a few readings mixed in, to put us again into the holiday mood we deserve and need.
[Cancelled due to weather] Phyllis Baxter, “Qi Gong”
UUEstrie - RE Room (downstairs) 201 Rue Main, North Hatley, QC, CanadaA participatory service exploring the ancient Chinese practice of meditation and movement called Qi Gong. Un service participatif explorant l'ancienne pratique chinoise de méditation et de mouvement appelé Qi Gong.
Amy Panetta, “Breathing Life Into Cold Winter: Honoring Imbolc and Brigid`s Day”
UUEstrie - RE Room (downstairs) 201 Rue Main, North Hatley, QC, CanadaJanuary and February in Quebec are quite cold and frosty, but the upcoming agricultural holiday of Imbolc on February 1st celebrates the beginning of springtime in Celtic lands. Imbolc has also been associated with the feast day for Sainte Brigid. Together, we will explore the historical figure of Sainte Brigid and traditions and songs associated … Continue reading "Amy Panetta, “Breathing Life Into Cold Winter: Honoring Imbolc and Brigid`s Day”"