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Spiritual Foundations of Sikhism - May 31st 2026

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The Spiritual Foundations of Sikhism

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! 

May 2026 Sermon Series

May 2026 Sermon Series

Imagining 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

Guest Speaker

Guest Speaker

Singh, 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
RE Program Assistant: Elliot Mears

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

 

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

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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

 

Announcements

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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
Sunday, May 31, 2026 at 7:00 pm
Scarboro United Church

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
Saturday, June 6, 2026

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”
Central Memorial Park (1221 2 St SW)

 

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