Westwood Unitarian Community

06/09/2026

Only two 'regular' Sunday gatherings left before two months of Summer Serendipity!

This Sunday brings a special annual tradition - the Flower Communion!

The Flower Communion is a cherished Unitarian Universalist ritual, begun by Norbert Capek, founder of the Unitarian Church, in 1923. It celebrates beauty, diversity, and community. Participants bring a flower from their own garden or wherever they find one, place them together in a shared arrangemen...

06/02/2026

This Sundya, June 7, please join in welcoming Marni Panas, who will speak about "Being Trans Now" - should be a thought-provoking talk!

If Life is a Highway according to Tom Cochrane, Trans folks lives can seem more like a rollercoaster. How’s YOUR 8th principle coming along? Are you an ally?

05/26/2026

This upcoming Sunday, May 31, come to Westwood for a Serendipity service on the theme of "Hope" - how do you find it, keep it and hang on to it ?

Come along to the serendipity service and find out what other people are doing to have hope in their daily lives. It’s a time to share what you think about maintaining a hopeful outlook on life.

HOPE – how do you find it, keep it and hang on to it ? Come along to the serendipity service and find out what other people are doing to have hope in their daily lives. It’s a time to share what you think about maintaining a hopeful outlook on life.

05/26/2026

There's a special bonus session of the Playshop Art Drop-In for Adults on Thursday evening, June 4.

What is a Playshop? We offer optional guided art projects or a space to work on your own art in the company of others. Materials are provided for the guided projects. $5.00 or pay as you can.

05/22/2026

Tonight, May 22, Westwood is hosting its monthly Game Night. Put on your game face and come on down! Snacks and good company are guaranteed...

Contact [email protected] to let us know which dates you are available, and which game(s) you would like to bring.

05/19/2026

This Sunday, the morning gathering centers around how "It's All Fun and Games as We Share Our Faith."

There is so much joy in the life of a Unitarian Universalist: the joy of expressing your personal truth without fear of judgement; the joy of disagreeing amicably, the joy of walking your spiritual journey within a beloved community.

This morning we will be exploring these joys in a lighthearted way. We may be surprised, we may be challenged, we will almost certainly share a laugh or two. On this AGM (annual general meeting) Sunday, we will be taking up a collection for the Sharing Our Faith Fund of the CUC (Canadian Unitarian Council). This fund provides grants to UU communities across Canada for a variety of growth projects.

After the morning gathering, you are invited for a light lunch, followed by the Annual General Meeting of the Westwood Unitarian Society.

05/12/2026

This May long weekend, you are welcome to a Serendipity Service, starting at 10:30 am on Sunday, May 17. Serendipity Services are organized around a particular topic or theme and follow an informal format. Readings, music, poetry and other inspirations can be part of the activities.

This Sunday, your host, Dawn, will take the lead on the topic of "Spiritual Questioning in a Broken World."

Spiritual questions for a Unitarian Universalist often focus on personal searching, ethical living, and community connection rather than dogma. Key questions often explore the nature of the divine (or lack thereof), the meaning of the eight Principles, personal calling, and how to build a loving, just community in a broken world. This Sunday we will explore some of these important life questions and help each other to enhance our spiritual lives as Unitarians.

05/06/2026

This Sunday, May 10, Westwood Unitarian Community and Unitarian Church of Edmonton (UCE) are joining forces at UCE for a service with a special musical guest - Tony Turner!

Please note that this service takes place at 10804-119 Street NW at Unitarian Church of Edmonton.

You are also still welcome to the Westwood building, where you can watch the stream.

Westwood’s Second-Sunday Potluck is cancelled. Our monthly community meal will be held on May 24, in conjunction with our Annual General Meeting. However, UCE has a 'finger-food' potluck after this service to which you are welcome to bring a contribution.

Please join Rev. Rosemary for this thoughtful and reflective service.

Tony Turner will be joining us to share his music! This will prove to be an enriching and soul soothing service.

Please stay afterward for a ‘Finger Food’ potluck!

“Who is Tony Turner?” you ask, “Doesn’t our choir sing a song of his?”

Circle of Song is just one of the songs that Tony has composed for UU congregations. A member of the Ottawa congregation back in the day, Tony worked for the federal government as an environmental scientist. During the Harper years, he was suspended from his job for composing & performing “Harperman”. He is now retired and resides on Vancouver Island bringing music and joy to the UU congregations out there.

05/02/2026

Our June 16-17 casino dates are quickly approaching.

All positions on the SignUp that are not designated by ** can be filled by anyone 18+. Family and friends welcome.

We need several alternates as well. These are back up folks in case of last minute illness or other circumstances.

Wow, it’s already May, and our June 16-17 casino dates are quickly approaching. All positions on the SignUp that are not designated by ** can be filled by anyone 18+. Family and friends welcome. We need several alternates as well. These are back up folks in case of last minute illness or other cir...

04/28/2026

This Sunday, May 3, come to Westwood for speaker Rev. Samaya Oakley, talking on video about "Liberating Love"

The practice of liberating love: How do we bring love into the world? How can love liberate us?

Samaya speaks to us by video in this year’s Meaning Making series, “Meeting this moment with love and justice.”