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What old pain am I ready to release to make space for love?

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Overflowing: Letting Go Together in Love - Feb 22nd , 2026

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Overflowing: Letting Go Together in Love

Overflowing: Letting Go Together in Love

What old pain am I ready to release to make space for love?

Join us on Sunday, February 8th, 2026, for a Calgary Unitarians' Service on Overflowing: Letting Go Together in Love in Panabaker at 10:30 am.

We hope to see you there! 

February 2026 Sermon Series

February 2026 Sermon Series

How do we expand our circle of care? How do we practice radical inclusion?

Order of Service

What old pain am I ready to release to make space for love?

Gathering Music: Matthew

Welcome and Land Acknowledgement: Rev. Samaya

Opening Song: Circle of Song (Tony Turner)

Chalice Lighting: Jennifer 

Time for All Ages: Rachael

Sharing Our Light – As You Go (Kathleen Tracey): Susan

Offering – February 4 Others: Canadian Unitarian Council: Jennifer

Offertory – Sonata in A-flat Major, Hob XVI: 46, mvt 2: Matthew

Overflowing – Part I: Rev. Samaya

Musical Interlude - Please Prepare Me (Beautiful Chorus)

Overflowing – Part II: Rev. Samaya

Reading – Only Love (Rev. Kate Lore): Jennifer

Silence

Overflowing – Part III: Rev. Samaya

Musical Interlude: Wash Me Clean (k.d. lang): Tanya and Matthew

Ritual of Letting Go

Overflowing – Part IV: Rev. Samaya

Closing Hymn No. 123 Spirit of Life

Benediction: Rev. Samaya

Extinguishing the Chalice: Jennifer

Postlude – Sonata in A-flat Major, Hob XVI: 46, mvt 1: Matthew

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

Service Leader: Jennifer Jessop
Musical Guest: Matthew Barnett and Tanya Stride 
Temporary Music Director: Ned Leavitt
Director of Religious Education: Rachael Smith
AV Operators: Rebekah Mobley-Kasner and Robert Rickey
Usher(s): Pamela Rickey and Sophie Sapergia
Aesthetics: Mary-Anna Louise
Welcome Table: Kathy Burniston
Coffee and Goodies: Liz Blackstock
Artist in Residence: Chantal Chagnon
Administrator: Elyse Brazel
Minister: Rev. Samaya Oakley

Upcoming Events

Upcoming Events

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Saturday the 21st - Council of Committees Meeting at 10 am in Panabaker

Sunday the 22nd - Congregational Conversation at noon in Panabaker

Monday the 23rd - Story Reading Circle at 8 pm online

Tuesday the 24th: Crafting Corner at 7 pm in Barker, and Vespers at 7 pm online

Wednesday the 25th: Women’s Group at 6:30 pm in Room 4

Thursday the 26th: Community Dinner at 6 pm in Wickenden, Community Board Games at 6:30 pm in Wickenden, and UUphonia at 7:30 pm in Panabaker

Friday the 27th - Potluck at 5:30 pm followed by a Drum Circle at 7 in Wickenden

Saturday the 28th - Dismantling Racism in our Institutions at 10 am in Room 4

Announcements

Announcements

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Calgary Unitarians Seeks a New Music Director
We’re excited to announce that Calgary Unitarians is seeking a new Music Director! A job posting is 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.

 

Be a Voice in Sunday Worship! Sunday Service Readers Needed
Ever thought, “I could do that…”?
Readers receive a script on Friday and arrive at 10:00 am Sunday for a quick tech run-through. No experience needed — just your voice.
Interested? Let Rev. Samaya know!

 

Widening the Circle of Care - Coffee Hour Edition
Our Sunday snacks help us stay, connect, and build community — thank you to all who contribute! As you’re able, consider bringing a variety of simple, nourishing options (fruit, cheese & crackers, veggies & dip, yogurt, eggs — and yes, cookies!). A small offering can say: I’m glad you’re here. There’s a place for you at this table. 

 

Calgary Alliance Delegates’ Assembly
Sunday, February 22 from 3–5 pm @ Calgary Unitarians
CU delegates needed to help shape 2026 priorities, campaigns, and collaborations.
Register: calgarycommongood.org/leader_s_gathering
Let Susan Ridley know if you will attend.

 

The Power of US - Stewardship Campaign 2026–27 Kickoff
Join us for Souper Sunday Lunch Sunday, March 1, 2026 (after the service) All are welcome for fellowship and good food! Sign up in Wickenden or email Eric (ericduaneleavitt@gmail.com) if you can bring a pot of soup. Volunteers for setup and cleanup warmly welcomed.

 

Soil and Water: A Relationship Older Than Dirt
Online Presentation March 5th at 7pm. The CU Climate & Environmental Justice Committee would like to invite interested gardeners to an online presentation about soil and water on March 5th at 7pm.  

 

Readers Theatre: The Cock and the Girl Who Forgot
Wednesday March 4 at 7 pm / Friday, March 6 at 7 pm / Sunday, March 8 at 3 pm
Panabaker Hall - Free admission (donations welcome)
Participate, sing along, and support CU social justice projects!

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