Henry David Thorough was a pioneer in our UU faith, despite not officially belonging to a Unitarian congregation. Join us as we step back in time to Thoreau's retreat at Walden Pond to appreciate how this naturalist, poet, activist, and spiritual seeker helped to shape our faith.
Rev. Lori Kyle joined the UUCD family as our congregation's spiritual leader in October 2014. Lori is a native of Kansas City, Missouri and moved to Canada in 2009 with her family. She resides in eastern Toronto with her partner Margaret, her children Maddie and Nathan, and their yellow lab Sally. The complete sermon can be read below: Prophetic men throughout the ages have had visions and heard voices. From Moses and the burning bush to Francis Crick and the structure of DNA the universe may communicate in both dramatic and subtle ways. Whether dreaming or awake or in altered states of consciousness, should we be more open to the idea of receiving wisdom and insight through non-conventional means?
Eric Bryant is a biologist and computer technician and runs his own computer repair business. He was raised a Unitarian and attended Don Heights until his teens. He explored other spiritual paths, which lead him back to UU. He is a UUCD board member. His spiritual practices include vegetarianism, fasting, barefoot hiking, sleeping connected to the Earth’s electrical field, and brainwave entertainment. Today is the day that the world celebrates the life of St. Francis of Assisi. Although credited with significant contributions to the reform of the Medieval Christian Church, his influence goes far beyond Medieval times and the tenets of Christianity. On this Sunday we will explore the relevance of Franciscan ideology in our contemporary world.
In honour of St. Francis' love of all creatures, we will incorporate into our service a blessing of animals. So bring your pets, one and all, to this special service! Rev. Lori Kyle joined the UUCD family as our congregation's spiritual leader in October 2014. Lori is a native of Kansas City, Missouri and moved to Canada in 2009 with her family. She resides in eastern Toronto with her partner Margaret, her children Maddie and Nathan, and their yellow lab Sally. The complete sermon can be read below: This service we'll explore the relationship between peace and debt at both personal and systemic levels.
Rev. Carly Gaylor serves as Assistant Minister for Outreach and Social Justice at the First Unitarian Church of Hamilton. She is passionate about social justice as well as community-building and spiritual growth. She enjoys sports (running, ultimate frisbee, and soccer) as well as embodied spiritual practice, and recently became a certified yoga teacher. Carly remembers fondly and with gratitude her time here as an intern in 2009-2010. As we begin another year in the life of our spiritual community, we will explore the concept of theme-based ministry and introduce the thematic focus for this year to be our UU Sources. Additionally, we will celebrate International Day of Peace and consider how peace is a central source of fulfillment in our lives.
Rev. Lori Kyle joined the UUCD family as our congregation's spiritual leader in October 2014. Lori is a native of Kansas City, Missouri and moved to Canada in 2009 with her family. She resides in eastern Toronto with her partner Margaret, her children Maddie and Nathan, and their yellow lab Sally. The complete sermon can be read below: We celebrate the welcoming waters of our spiritual community with our annual water in-gathering ceremony. Remember to bring a small amount of water from your summer experiences to pour into our water chalice. This will be a multi-generational service.
Tara Williamson is a poet and provocateur from Winnipeg, by way of Peterborough, ON. A First Nations singer/songwriter, she has performed across Canada with the likes of Christa Couture, Billie Joe Green, and Cris Derksen. Her new EP, ndn summer, is a testament to her ability to cross genres, moods, and territories. This 3-song collection is a compelling look at Indigenous politics, love, betrayal and loyalty. Engineered and produced by Juno award-winning MC, singer, musician and poet, Kinnie Starr, ndn summer is a soundtrack for lovers and fighters alike. “Come My Way” is a clear anthem from the groundbreaking global Idle No More movement and a powerful complement to Williamson’s writing and activism. Using the Anishinaabe (Ojibwe) language, “Sweetheart” is a candid and crass questioning of loyalty and love that conveys betrayal across linguistic boundaries. The title track, “ndn summer” reminds us that lovers rule this recording. Between protests and politics, gentle rains and early mornings still prevail.
The ordination of our spiritual leader, Lori Kyle, will be held at the Toronto First Unitarian Congregation on Sunday afternoon at 4:00 pm. The UUCD is co-sponsoring Lori's ordination jointly with Toronto First. To make it easier for UUCDers to attend, there will not be a UUCD service today. If possible, please car pool to this event, there are already enough single and few occupant vehicles travelling into, and out of, Toronto.
This Sunday is our annual Flower Communion.
Lori Kyle joined the UUCD family as our congregation's spiritual leader in October 2014. Following her recent successful interview with the Ministerial Fellowship Committee in Boston, Lori will be ordained at Toronto First on June 14, 2015. Lori is a native of Kansas City, Missouri and moved to Canada in 2009 with her family. Currently she resides in eastern Toronto with her partner Margaret, her children Maddie and Nathan, and their yellow lab Sally. Rev. Cheryl Jack is minister emerita of the UUCD. She enjoys her participation in the community as an officiant at rites of passage. She is also involved in the Big Sisters of North Durham and can often be seen with her ‘little sister’. She lives in Beaverton, on Lake Simcoe with her husband Andris Piebalgs.
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