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The next feminist wave

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What Happens When We Stop Asking Permission and Live Boldly? - March 8 th , 2026

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The next feminist wave

The next feminist wave

What Happens When We Stop Asking Permission and Live Boldly?

Join us on Sunday, March 8th 2026, for a Calgary Unitarians' Service on The next feminist wave in Panabaker at 10:30 am.

We hope to see you there! 

March 2026 Sermon Series

March 2026 Sermon Series

What are we willing to stand for? What does commitment mean in our faith and justice work?

Order of Service

What Happens When We Stop Asking Permission and Live Boldly?

Welcome: Peter

Land Acknowledgement & Cree Welcome Song: Chantal 

Chalice Lighting: Jen 

Time for All Ages: Rachael

Opening Song - Berry Picking Song: Chantal

Testimonial: Pamela

Offering – March 4 Others: Niitoiyis Family Support Society: Courtney

Offertory – Mother Song: Chantal 

Joys and Sorrows: Adrienne 

Meditation - Token (Kay Fraser): Adrienne

Silence 

Drumming Round - Healing Song: Chantal

Reflection/Poem: Being Bold: Poetry and Reflections: Courtney

Reading and Reflection - Refuse (Adrienne Adams): Adrienne

Drumming Round - Women's Warrior Song: Chantal 

Reflection - Harnessing Our Anger (Glendoylyn Doyle): Skylar 

Reflection: Jen

Reflection: Heather

Closing Song - Strong Women's Song: Chantal 

Closing Words: Jen

Extinguishing the Chalice: Jen

Postlude – Daughter Song - Chantal  

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

Artist in Residence: Chantal Chagnon

Speakers: Adrienne Adams, Courtney Rosvold, Heather Walker,
Jen Allore, and Skylar Johnson

Service Leader: Peter Campbell

Testimonial: Pamela Rickey

Temporary Music Director: Ned Leavitt

Director of Religious Education: Rachael Smith

AV Operators: Marcia Epstein and Rebekah Mobley-Kasnsner

Usher(s): Brett Willisko and Jared Prysunka

Aesthetics: Mary-Anna Louise

Welcome Table: Kathy Burniston

Coffee and Goodies: Men’s Group

Administrator: Elyse Brazel

Minister: Rev. Samaya Oakley

Announcements

Announcements

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REMINDER: Daylight Savings Time Begins Sunday, March 8th 
It’s that time of year again. Remember to set your clocks forward an hour on Saturday evening. Or, let your phone do all the work for you! Either way, we hope to see you this Sunday!

 

Stewardship Campaign 2026-27 
March 1 - March 31 The Power of Us
This March marks the beginning of our  2026-27 Stewardship Campaign. This year our Goal is $180,000 in pledged support – a 10% increase over last year. Pledges make up nearly 60% of our annual budget. They are the foundation of everything we do. Reaching our goal ensures stability. Exceeding it opens new possibilities. That is the Power of Us.

 

Service Auction
Our annual Service Auction is collecting donations from March 8 thru April 5 to help raise funds for the church. Bidding will commence on March 22 in Wickenden and end April 19. Questions may be directed to January or Jocelyn KA. Donation Forms will be available in Wickenden or contact January for more detailed information. 

 

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.

 

Dismantling Systems of Oppression in Ourselves 
Registration Open Now! 
Meeting every two weeks beginning on Saturday, March 21 at 10:00 AM - please see the e-news to register online 

 

Looking for a Pride Coordinator for 2026 Calgary Pride 
If interested, please contact Michael Leboldus

 

Service Auction Donations
Our annual Service Auction is collecting donations from March 8 thru April 5 to help raise funds for the church. Bidding will commence on March 22 in Wickenden and end April 19. Questions may be directed to January or Jocelyn KA. Donation Forms will be available in Wickenden or you may email January with the details: Subject - Service Auction"

 

Looking for Interested Hosts for our Dinner Fest
Volunteer for this dinner fundraiser by offering to host people at your home. Hosts can submit receipts for the cost of food and beverages to receive a donation- in-kind receipt. If interested, please contact Jane Ebbern

 

The Turning of the Wheel & CU Community Potluck
Saturday, March 14, 2026 - 3:30pm-5:30pm
Join us for a soulful gathering where we delve into the depths of our experiences over the past quarter and embrace our aspirations for the upcoming months. Bring your journal and an open heart as we share. Explore, and cultivate authenticity together. See Heather Walker for more information. Join us afterward for the CU Community Potluck at 6:30-8:30pm in Wickenden. 

 

Calgary Alliance for the Common Goodn- City Council Wants to Repeal Blanket-Zoning
Join us at the Public Hearing on March 23rd! Calgary Unitarians voted yes to actively support the Calgary Alliance for the Common Good’s position of No Repeal Without Replace. Join with members of the Alliance and City Councillors who encourage all available members to attend Public Hearing on March 23 at 9:30 AM. See Susan Ridley or Andrea Walter for more information.



Upcoming Events

Upcoming Events

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Monday the 9th:
Story Reading Circle at 8 pm online

Tuesday the 10th:
Crafting Corner at 7 pm in Barker
|Vespers at 7 pm online

Wednesday the 11th:
Women’s Circle at 6:30 pm in Room 4

Thursday the 12th:
Community Dinner at 6 pm in Wickenden
Community Board Games at 6:30 pm in Wickenden
UUphonia at 7:30 pm in Panabaker

Saturday the 14th:
Turning of the Wheel at 4 pm in Wickenden
Community Potluck at 6 pm in Wickenden

The Cock and the Girl who Forgot

The Cock and the Girl who Forgot

A Cautionary Tale - TODAY Sunday March 8, 3pm

Join us for a readers theatre play about power and the cost to attain it. Free admission, with donations towards our social justice projects.

For more infomation visit:

http://calgaryunitarians.ca/events/the-cock-and-the-girl-who-forgot/2026-03-04

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