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Join us on Sunday, April 19th 2026, for a Calgary Unitarians' Service on Justice for Mother Earth in Panabaker at 10:30 am.

We hope to see you there! 

Together, we’ll explore a powerful question: What superpower do you hold to help heal Mother Earth? Whether it’s compassion, courage, creativity, or community-building, each of us carries gifts the world deeply needs.

THIS SUNDAY, wear your cape, mask, or costume to services—or you can create your own at our superhero cape-making station at the church!

Come ready to imagine, celebrate, and claim your gifts!

Gathering Music: Matthew

Welcome and Land Acknowledgement: Rev. Samaya

Opening Song – Hymn No. 1064 Blue Boat Home: Marcia

Chalice Lighting: Rachael

Offering – April 4 Others: Aboriginal Friendship Center’s Outreach Team: Alex

Offertory – Pink Panther by Henry Mancini:  Matthew

Justice for Mother Earth I: Alex and Rev. Samaya

Justice for Mother Earth Stations

Cape Making: Rachael

Garden Tour: Alex

Root Your Superhero Power: Jason

Claim Your Superhero Power: Rev. Samaya

Costume Parade - How does your superpower help heal Mother Earth?: Rev. Samaya and Rachael

Justice for Mother Earth II: Rev. Samaya

Closing Song – Swimming to the Other Side (Emma’s Revolution): Marcia

Benediction: Rev. Samaya

Extinguishing the Chalice: Rachael

Postlude – Batman! By Neal Hetti: Matthew

Service Leader: Alex Schumacher
Song Leader: Marcia Epstein
Director of Religious Education: Rachael Smith
Music Director: Matthew Barnett
AV Operators: Jim Washbrook and Rebekah Mobley-Kasner
Usher(s): Jared Prysunka and Lynn Nugent
Aesthetics: Pamela Rickey and Peter Campbell
Welcome Table: Jen Allore
Coffee and Goodies: Laurie Lin
Artist in Residence: Chantal Chagnon
Administrator: Elyse Brazel
Minister: Rev. Samaya Oakley

TODAY: Sunday the 19th - Congregational Budget Town Hall at noon in Panabaker, followed by a Board Meeting in the Boardroom

Monday the 20th – Story Reading Circle at 8 pm online

Tuesday the 21st: Crafting Corner at 7 pm in Barker and Vespers at 7 pm online

Wednesday the 22nd - Women’s Group at 6:30 pm in Room 4 

Thursday the 23rd - Community Dinner at 6 pm in Barker and UUphonia at 7:30 pm in Panabaker 

Friday the 24th – Crystal Bowl Toning with Marsha Reed at 7 pm in Panabaker

Saturday the 25th- Dismantling Racism in Community at 10 am in Room 4 

**Pysanky Making Workshop RESCHEDULED : Now on May 23rd 2pm- Register; click here!

THIS SATURDAY- Clothing Swap 

Refresh your closet! This free, public event on April 18 welcomes attendees to bring clean clothing donations. Join us in keeping clothes out of landfills and supporting community members—contact Jen Allore at allore.j@calgaryunitarians.ca for details.

Congregational Budget Town Hall

Sunday, April 19
Noon–1 PM
Panabaker Hall

Bring your questions ahead of the May 3 AGM vote on the budget. Hosted by the Board of Trustees

Wearing Orange in Community
A Monthly Practice of Reconciliation; Please wear your orange shirt next Sunday (April 26) as we begin a new monthly practice. All are welcome to join this ongoing practice of memory, learning, and solidarity.

Volunteers Wanted: Play-Based Facilitator (Ages 0–8)
Help our youngest feel safe, seen, and loved! Looking for a warm, patient presence with young children.
Sundays, 10:00–11:45 AM (Program: 10:30–11:45) in Room 3
Beginning now until June 21. Email Rachael Smith: dre@calgaryunitarians.ca

Nominations Committee Recruiting
Openings for Board, Lay Chaplaincy, Shared Ministry & Nominations. Have ideas about how our church operates? Step forward or nominate someone! 1–3 year terms (must be a member). Ideas for nominations? Contact: Alex Schumacher, Heather Walker, or Wendy Benson

Service Auction
Win Big! Do Good! Calgary Unitarians' annual Silent Auction is LIVE! Bid on a wide assortment of professional services, experiences, art and lovingly handmade products until April 26 in Wickenden. All proceeds support Calgary Unitarians. See January for details.

Dinner Fest – Bidding Extended!
Great news—bidding has been extended! Bids are still open for hosted dinners in homes and Wickenden Hall. Dinner descriptions posted on the Wickenden bulletin board until April 26th. Highest bids secure a spot at each dinner. Enjoy a shared meal and support our operating budget instead of going to a restaurant! Questions or can’t make it to bid in person? Contact Jane Ebbern

UUA Bookstore Order
The Membership Committee is organizing a group order through the InSpirit UU Bookstore to help reduce high costs from taxes, currency conversion, tariffs, and shipping by sharing them collectively. Final pricing will be confirmed when the order is placed, with additional costs divided among participants and payment due upon delivery. Orders can be submitted to Margaret McCrae or via email by April 30, 2026.

Cabaret Lite
Cabaret returns for one night only on May 2, 2026—save the date for an evening of creativity, fun, and community. All are invited to share a talent (or try something new!) in a supportive, joyful atmosphere! Sign up for a guaranteed spot by April 20th or to contribute behind the scenes by emailing our new Music Director, Matthew at MusicDirector@Calgaryunitarians.ca.

Friday, April 24th, 7pm in Panabaker

Join us for a deeply calming and restorative evening of sound and stillness with Marsha Reed and her crystal bowls.

Through the luminous tones of crystal singing bowls, we are invited to slow down, soften, and listen inwardly — attuning our hearts to the subtle rhythms of presence and the wider resonance of life around us. This is a space to rest, reflect, and reconnect, held in gentle sound.

Come and experience an evening of spaciousness, peace, and deep listening.

There will be a basket for free will cash donations.