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The Spiritual Foundations of Sikhism
Join us on Sunday, May 31th 2026, for a Calgary Unitarians' Service on The Spiritual Foundations of Sikhism in Panabaker at 10:30 am. We hope to see you there! |
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May 2026 Sermon SeriesImagining the Future - What is the future we long for? How do we shape it together? |
Order of Service
Gathering Music: Matthew Welcome and Land Acknowledgement: Lynn Introducing our Guest Speaker, Dr. Harjot Kaur Singh: Lynn Chalice Lighting: Peter Opening Hymn No. 1008 When Our Heart is in a Holy Place Time for All Ages: Rachel Sharing Our Light – Circles of Love (Jane Perry) Offering – May 4-Others: Calgary Climate Hub: Peter Offertory – We will Sing in the Sunshine (Gale Garnet): Matthew Joys and Sorrows: Lynn Meditation: Dr. Harjot Kaur Singh The Spiritual Foundation of Sikhism - Dr. Harjoy Kaur Singh Closing Hymn: Circle of Song Extinguishing the Chalice: Lynn and Peter Postlude – Nocturne in A-flat Major (Frederic Chopin): Matthew |
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Guest SpeakerSingh, the CIC President Dr. Harjot Kaur Singh is a dynamic and knowledgeable speaker and lecturer to Interfaith groups and a distinguished representative of the Calgary Sikh community. Among her leadership roles in the Sikh community, Dr. Singh is the Chair of the Sikh Advisory Committee of the University of Calgary Faith and Spirituality Centre, the Board of Director of the Guru Amar Das Niwas Seniors Nursing Home Association, the past Chair of the International Khalsa Council, and the Inaugural Lil Faider Scholar – in – Residence for the Beth Tzedec Synagogue. She currently is on the Board of Directors of Sikhnet and was a trustee on the Siri Singh Sahib Corporation. She has also been an integral part of Calgary Women in Spirituality. She was awarded the Pluralism Award of Excellence from the University of Calgary in 2017. In 2025, She was nominated by Canadian Interfaith Conversations and subsequently awarded the King Charles III Coronation Medal for her Interfaith Contributions over decades. Dr. Singh works in private practice as a family physician. |
A special thank you to all those who helped make our worship service is possible today:
Speaker: Dr. Harjot Kaur Singh Service Leader: Lynn Nugent Service Reader: Peter Campbell Director of Religious Education: Rachael Smith Eight and Under Classroom Volunteer: Leah Jack AV Operators: Ned Leavitt and Marcia Epstein Usher(s): Alberto Cipriano, Sophie Sapergia Aesthetics: Mary-Anna Louise Kovar Welcome Table: Margaret McCrae Coffee and Goodies: Chelsea Pratchett Artist in Residence: Chantal Chagnon Music Director: Matthew Barnett Administrator: Cheryl Trevors and Elyse Brazel Minister: Rev. Samaya Oakley
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In-person Seating Off-Camera Option
If you prefer not to be on camera while at our in-person live streamed or recorded services, we invite you to use the seats near the back and along the wall. |
Upcoming Events*** Sunday, May 31st - Congregational Conversation at noon in Panabaker Monday, June 1st - Storytelling at 7 pm online Tuesday, June 2nd – Crafting Corner at 7 pm in Barker Thursday, June 4th - Flower Choir at 7:30 in Panabaker Saturday, June 6th: Council of Committees Calendaring at 10 am in Panabaker Matt & Friends Concert at 7 pm in Panabaker
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Announcements*** Congregational Conversation Please stay after the service for a congregational conversation at noon in Panabaker.
Hymn Sing Service Requests As we get closer to the Hymn Sing Service on June 28th, we would love to know what you want to hear! To make your request speak to Matthew, our Music Director.
Save the Date: Songs of Solidarity An evening of music, story, and reflection on welcome, belonging, and justice. Featuring solidarity songs and voices from community members, including Migrante Alberta. Grounded in the call to “welcome the stranger.” Learn more: Alberta Referendum 2026 All are welcome.
Matt and Friends Concert A joyful evening of music and performance to welcome summer with Matthew Barnett and friends. Featuring cabaret music by Poulenc, a live film score by Cowtown Brassband, juggling by Joseph McManus, and more. Tickets: $10 / $15 / $20 (online or at the door, 6:30 pm) CACG Referendum Campaign Launch Wednesday, June 3 at 12:00 pm – Calgary Alliance for the Common Good (CACG) referendum campaign launch: “Vote No to Nine / Vote for the Common Good”
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