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THIS SUNDAY!
first Sunday Gathering
Oct 5, 2025 at 11:00am
Mollie Nye House is at 940 Lynn Valley Road
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We will lead off the new fall season with a trial. The defendant is Paul, the self-styled “Apostle to the Gentiles” and the charge is misogyny. Prosecuting and defence attorneys along with a judge haver been appointed and the rest of you will be the jury.
The issues raised during the trial have a contemporary ring to them since they deal with the role of woman in religion and in the larger society.
Please rsvp to Barb so we know how much soup to have on hand. If anyone would like to make an additional pot of soup for this gathering, also please let Barb know: Barbara.Moore@vch.ca
Parking Information: Mollie Nye House is at 940 Lynn Valley Road. We are in the basement, entrance on the south side. We can't park in the Hillside Baptist lot as they are using their lot Sunday morning. The best parking option is at the Karen Magnussesn Rec center. It's a little walk. If you have accessibility issues you could be dropped off at Mollie Nye and then the vehicle can be moved.
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SAVE THE DATE
Next Saturday Service
October 18th at 5:00pm
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Please join us as we embrace change and transformation. The worship circle will lead us through five spiritual practices using the elements of spirit, earth, fire, water and air to represent how our community can transform together. We will celebrate where we have come from and where we are going.
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Saturday, October 18 at noon
Jack Poole Plaza,
1055 Canada Place
Here in Canada, we stand in solidarity with our American neighbours against their wannabe dictator.
This peaceful movement is growing. That’s because “NO TYRANTS” is more than a slogan—it’s foundational to democracy. Born in the streets, carried by millions in chants and on posters, No Tyrants echoes from corridors of power to classrooms, from urban centres to small neighbourhoods, uniting people across North America to oppose authoritarianism, and to stand for democracy with one voice.
The US president thinks he’s above the law. In Canada we won’t back down against chaos, corruption, and cruelty. Grow our movement and join us. Elbows up. Sign up!
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Check out our new banner which is now available, thanks to Lynda Fownes! Our banner is now available. Due to a printing error, we have a smaller banner (3ft x 3ft) as well. Thank you also to Robyn Newton who has agreed to store them for us
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Care & Concerns Circle
The Care & Concerns circle is here to support the well-being of UUSS members. We are here to reach out to check in with folks who have been having life challenges and be able to offer a helping hand where we can. We like to be able to send cards of condolence and congratulations or just to say hello. If you need a ride to a service or Sunday gathering we may be able to help match you with someone who drives from your area as well.
We have started to offer community care circles every couple of months virtually to give us another space to check in and be present with one another. Lindsay, a certified EFT practitioner, has offered to gift us with her services during these community care circles and each one will have a different theme.
Please reach out to us if you would like to touch base with any of us. You can reach us at care.concerns.uuss@gmail.com.
Jacky, Jessica, Joy and Lindsay
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OPEN ADMIN POSITION
South Fraser Congregation is seeking a part-time administrator skilled with WordPress, Google Workspace, MailChimp, Office Suite, Zoom and Social Media. This is a contract position with a three-month probationary period and annual evaluation and contract renewal, requiring thirty (30) hours monthly from September to June and ten (10) hours a month during July and August. The rate of pay ranges from $28 - $32 hourly depending on skills and experience.
This is an interesting and varied position for someone with the right skills and training. For further information and a full job description, please contact
board@surreyunitarians.ca.
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SOCIAL JUSTICE
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Seeking a volunteer
The Social and Environmental Justice Circle is seeking a UUSS member willing to help us organize a Christmas Hamper collection for the North Shore Christmas Bureauthis year. It is always fun and rewarding. We are proposing sponsoring a small family, perhaps a single mother with 1 or 2 children. You will be assisted by our Circle members. If you are interested, please contact Robyn Newton at your earliest convenience so we can get the ball rolling.
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Senator Murray Sinclair’s son, Dr. Niigaan Sinclair, will join Amnesty International Canada’s Book Club on Sunday October 5th.
Sunday, October 5, at 7 PM
Register for Zoom link
For National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, September 30—we are pleased to share some resources that will help you further your learning and educate the next generation about the importance of reconciliation in Canada.National Day for Truth and Reconciliation is an opportunity to recognize and reflect on the tragic history and ongoing legacy of residential schools while honouring survivors, their families, and Indigenous communities. It’s never too early to learn about reconciliation. Read on for age-appropriate resources and activities to help guide your family in these conversations.
Learn about Orange Shirt Day
Enroll in Indigenous Canada
Bringing Our Children Home
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Support MP Kwan’s bill to close the US Loophole!
NDP MP Jenny Kwan has announced a new Private Member’s Bill that would close the loophole that allows Canadian arms to flow to Israel through the United States. For two years, the Liberal government has allowed arms manufacturers based in Canada to profit off genocide by sneaking weapons parts to Israel through the US, unregulated and unreported. These components are used to build full weapons systems like F-35s or Apache Attack Helicopters, which are then sent to Israel. This has been possible because of a giant loophole in our export laws.Please send an email to your local MP demanding that they support the No More Loopholes Act!
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From Peace Now Advocates:
Time is up! The year is up! Put Canada On Notice: Tell the Government to Take Action Against Genocide, Apartheid, and Occupation. While Mark Carney has finally recognized the State of Palestine, this means little if it is not followed up with real action. See full report here and write a letter.
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CLIMATE ACTION
The recording from BC Climate Emergency: LNG & faith webinar is now up on their website if you want to check it out.
Tell Prime Minister Carney you say NO to dirty oil and YES to clean energy that doesn’t endanger the BC coast so many fought to protect. Write a letter to PM Carney and your MP.
Sign the Dogwood Petition to call on the B.C. government to stop approving new fracking project
Tell Banks to End LNG Expansion!
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From Avaaz:
Neo-Nazis attacked a sacred Aboriginal site in Australia, shouting "white power" and beating women with metal bars. The police did nothing to stop it – and Aboriginal leaders are calling for a massive solidarity response NOW. Let's signto join Australians rising up for justice, and demand this horrific attack be investigated as a hate crime.
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Next in CUC Congregational Conversations Series will be on October 22 & 25 "What happens when we disagree?"
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Sad News Regarding Wayne Hanna
Thursday morning, Marga Hanna sadly shared that her husband, Wayne, has passed away. They were on vacation in Germany visiting relatives and celebrating their 60th wedding anniversary when Wayne became unwell. He had been in hospital for more than a week and Marga had been staying with family nearby. We will let you know when details are available about a Celebration of Life service.
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Check out our social media!
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