Jamie Struthers describes the early days of Unitarianism in Regina.

Claire Tuckanow speaks about National Ribbon Skirt Day (January 4th), the history of ribbon skirts, and how they are used in the present day, and the Growing Young Mover’s Program

October 10th  is World Homeless Day, a time to advocate for improved policies and funding that could help prevent and end ‘houselessness.

What influenced the evolution of Unitarianism on the prairies?  Hear about the history and influence on Unitarianism of Icelandic Immigrants on the prairies during 1940 – 1970.

What is Regina Pride? What has it meant for the gender and sexually diverse community? How has it made a  positive difference in southern Saskatchewan? Speaker Mirtha Rivera, co-chair, speaks about the history and impact  of Regina Pride on the community.

How does our Unitarian Fellowship covenant influence our relationships within our community? When we value respect, empathy, diversity and trust, we encourage an actively open and inclusive community. Today’s talk considers how feeling safe in a community allows us to be our real selves.

Rev. Anne Barker says: “Life is always changing, around us and within us. Familiar structures and supports seem to be shifting – whether by choice or necessity or forces beyond our control.

What does it mean to be a Unitarian at this moment? And what does our Unitarian faith offer, to help us in these transitional times?”

We include a few more elements than usual of our Sunday service.

Dr. Margot Hurlbert, a settler woman living in Treaty 4, shares her learning as an ally with Indigenous people advancing water security.

Dr Hurlbert is the Canada Research Chair on Climate Change, Energy and Sustainability Policy,

As we approach Social Justice Day, Peter Gilmer brings us an update on the Regina Anti-Poverty Ministry.

Janell shares about the work of the Regina Region Local Immigration Partnership (RRLIP), one of 80-100 Local Immigration Partnerships that exist across Canada.  These federally funded entities, work as indirect service projects to strengthen and support local capacity to welcome, settle and integrate newcomers.  As Regina’s population becomes more diverse, the work of the RRLIP and its partners becomes more demanding and also more rewarding.  

A pharmacist and social justice advocate who believes in doing the right thing, Sarah tells us how she and her staff members aim to make a difference in their community.  Queen City Wellness Pharmacy is at 1725 11th Avenue.  

At this time of year and with all that is taking place in our world, it is easy to focus on the darkness, but let’s keep our eyes open for the light and hope that is all around us.

We include from our service the closing reading and extinguishing the chalice.

A local school teacher shares from his perspective, what Bill 137 is and how it will look in real school environments.  He will lead us through deconstructing the concept of parents’ rights in order to answer the question, what is this really about? Follow along with his slides here