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"Our Elders say ceremonies are the way we remember to remember. "- Robyn Wall Kimmerer, Braiding Sweet Grass

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Remembering to Remember- Jan 11th, 2026

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Remembering to Remember

Remembering to Remember

"Our Elders say ceremonies are the way we remember to remember. " -Robyn Wall Kimmerer, Braiding Sweet Grass

Join us on Sunday, January 11th, 2026, for a Calgary Unitarians' Service on Remembering to Remember  in Panabaker at 10:30 am.

Remember: Please bring a small object that evokes a memory for you. Examples include a ticket stub, a small stone, a photograph, a dried flower, a vacation souvenir. 

We hope to see you there! 

January 2026 Sermon Series

January 2026 Sermon Series

How do we give and receive? What does generosity look like in action?

Order of Service

"Our Elders say ceremonies are the way we remember to remember."

Gathering Music: Matthew

Welcome and Land Acknowledgement: Lynn

Chalice Lighting: Kathryn

Opening Hymn No. 389 Gathered Here 

Time for All Ages: Rachel

Sharing Our Light – As You Go (Kathleen Tracey)

Offering – January 4 Others: Brown Bagging for Calgary’s Kids: Lynn

Offertory – Shena Van (Amy Beach): Matthew 

Joys and Sorrows: Kathryn

Meditation: Kathryn

Silence

Musical Interlude – 352 Find a Stillness

Reflection 1:  Lynn

Musical Interlude: Hymn No. 1003 Where Do We Come From

Reflection 2: Brandis

Chant - Hymn No. 387 The Earth, Water, Fire, Air: Brandis

Reflection 3: Kathryn

Musical Interlude: Hymn No. 1003 Where Do We Come From

Closing Words: Lynn

Closing Hymn 354 We Laugh We Cry 

Extinguishing the Chalice: Lynn

Postlude – Fleurs (F. Poulenc): Matthew

 

A special thank you to all those who helped make our worship service is possible today:

Service Leaders: Lynn Nugent, Kathryn Burwash, Brandis Purcell
Director of Religious Education: Rachael Smith
Pianist: Matthew Barnett
AV Operators: Ned Leavitt, Jim Washbrook
Ushers: Pamela Rickey, Sophie Sapergia
Aesthetics: Mary-Anna Louise
Welcome Table: Jen Allore
Coffee and Goodies: Men’s Group
Artist in Residence: Chantal Chagnon
Administrator: Elyse Brazel
Minister: Rev. Samaya Oakley 

Announcements

Announcements

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Calgary Unitarians Seeks New Lay Chaplains

Anyone with questions about lay chaplain training and responsibilities, please look for Lynn Nugent, Mary-Anna Louise Kovar and Kathryn Burwash in Wickenden Hall (where we have coffee) after the service.

 

Calgary Unitarians Seeks a New Music Director

We’re excited to announce that Calgary Unitarians is seeking a new Music Director! The job posting is available on our website, and we encourage you to think of anyone who might be a great fit for our musical congregation. Please help us spread the word by sharing the upcoming posting with your networks.

 

How to Talk So Little Kids Will Listen!

Join our DRE, Rachael Smith, next Sunday the 18th from 12:00 - 1:30 pm in Room 4 after the service for a discussion of the book How to talk so little Kids will Listen  by Joanna Faber & Julie King. 

 

World Religion Day - Sunday, January 18th at 7:30 pm online

As we step into this new year together, the Calgary Interfaith Council is turning their attention to an important moment: World Religion Day. Each year, this service invites us to widen our hearts and our horizons—to learn from the wisdom of many faith traditions and to deepen our commitment to living together with curiosity, respect, and compassion.

Upcoming Events

Upcoming Events

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Sunday the 11th - Dance Church at 12:30 pm in Panabaker

Monday the 12th - Story Reading Circle at 8 pm online

Tuesday the 13th - Vespers at 7 pm online

Tuesday the 13th - Crafting Corner at 7 pm in Barker

Wednesday the 14th – Women’s Group at 6:30 pm in Room 4

Thursday the 15th -Community Dinner at 6 pm in Wickenden

Thursday the 15th - Nous Ensemble at 6:45 pm in Panabaker

Thursday the 15th - UUphonia at 7:30 pm in Panabaker

Sunday the 18th -Read with the DRE: How to Talk so Kids will Listen at noon in Room 4

Sunday the 18th - Board Meeting at noon in the Boardroom

Crafting Corner: Now on TUESDAYS!

Crafting Corner: Now on TUESDAYS!

Bring your own craft, and hang out with crafty pals! - Tuesday, January 13, 2026

Come join other crafters at Crafting Corner, everyother Tuesday in the Barker Room from 7-9pm. Bring your own craft that you're working on currently. Talk to Tanya for more info. We hope to see you there!

For more infomation visit:

http://calgaryunitarians.ca/events/crafting-corner/2026-01-13

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