Adult Group
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Date: 4 Tuesdays, October 14 to Nov 4
Time: 2:30 – 4:30 pm or 7 – 9 pm
Facilitator: Mark Green
Art of learning to listen deeply in an ever increasingly polarized world will be a critical skill for us to learn if we are to overcome the barriers to human community. Yet to learn to “call someone in” as opposed to “calling someone out” is a much harder task for those who seek justice and right relationships. And yet to truly be agents of transformation, we will need to learn to listen deeply, find common ground, and offer alternative narratives to the polarizing ones currently on the table.These 4 sessions will help us explore theory and practice through the lens of folks like Margaret Wheatley, Loretta Ross, and others. Handouts for reading and small group practice, and discussion will enable you to wrestle with these questions and more. 2 separate class times will be offered for you to choose from – afternoon or evening. A minimum of 10 people is needed for either time to be a go. Registration in advance is mandatory.
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Date: Water is Love (Documentary Film)
Time: 2:30 – 4:30 pm or 7 – 9 pm
Facilitator: Mark GreenREGISTER
This documentary film “Water is Love” explores the critical role of water in climate change and the potential for community-driven water management to restore ecosystems. The film follows a group of young people grappling with the climate crisis while we journey around the world to share inspiring stories.
Following the 1-hour film will be a facilitated discussion with a panel of local watershed leaders.
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Date: First Saturday of each month
Time: 1 pm
Place: Various locations in and around Victoria
Leadership: Vicky Attwell and Earl JensonREGISTER
Looking for an easy afternoon stroll and some good company? Join the Flatlanders walking group. The walk, rain or shine, is led by rotating volunteers from the group on flat terrain for about one hour followed by coffee at a local cafe. All are welcome. -
Date: Second Tuesday of each month
Time: 1 to 3 pm
Place: BVU Cedar Room
Leadership: Liane Clark Beginners and advanced creators gather for knitting, crocheting, advice and conversation. Our group makes items for donation to charitable organizations as well as for ourselves, family and friends. -
Date: 3rd Wednesdays of the month starting on Sept. 17.
Time: 1:30 pm
Place: Chapel
Contact: Janis Evans rjevans1@telus.net
This group meets on third Wednesdays of the month at BVU Chapel to collectively discuss a selected book, encouraging all to share insights. Whether you’re an avid reader or just looking to join a community of fellow book lovers, this group offers a welcoming environment for all. The season starts on Wednesday, September 17 at 1:30 PM in the Chapel. The book study is ‘Creativity’ – When the divine and human meet, by Matthew Fox. At present the book club is at capacity, but we will be happy to have the name of anyone interested on our wait list. Contact: Janis Evans – rjevans1@telus.net
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Date: Fourth Saturday of the month (Oct, Nov, Jan, Feb, Mar and April)
Time: 7 pm – 9:45 pm
Place: BVU Sanctuary
Leadership: Mark Green and Phil Foster
Join us each month for an exploration of our monthly worship theme through a variety of award-winning movies. Some are funny, some are well known, some are emotional but all of them cause us to think and engage our faith through the magic of cinema. Each month the movie title will be published in the newsletter, and you are invited to join us. Popcorn, beverages, and other snacks provided. Discussion follows the film.
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Contact: Marie McKee
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The First Met UCW is an open and welcoming group of women who meet monthly. They would love to welcome new members to join them as a part of the amalgamation process. Their time together includes conversation, study and a short devotion. Historically, there have been two groups who are in the midst of joining into one as they go forward. Date and time of meeting is still being discerned. Contact Marie at emarie@shaw.ca for more information.They also host special events throughout the year. October 3 is the date for The Least Coin, a service with an international tradition and perspective. In the Spring, the annual “Ecumenical Service for the Day of Prayer” will also be hosted. All women of the congregation are invited to these special events, and you do not need to be a member to ongoing group to participate. Watch the newsletter for more information.
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Date: Tuesday evenings Feb. 13 – Mar. 12, 2024 (5 weeks)
Time: 7 pm-9 pm
Leadership: Mark GreenREGISTER
Join with others who are on a path to explore some of the big questions of Faith and find not answers but perhaps perspectives that shed light on the questions being asked. Bring your questions and as a group we will prioritize what feels most pressing to those attending. Questions like: Why does God allow suffering? Does God have a purpose or plan for our lives? Is there life after death? Does God allow evil to exist or is it beyond God’s control? What is the nature of God? Through readings, film clips and discussion we will probe some of the mysteries of life to make peace with them. -
Date: Thursdays afternoon, Mar. 7 – Mar. 28, 2024 (4 weeks)
Time: 1 pm – 3 pm
Leadership: Margaret Harper and GuestsREGISTER
Join us for four weeks of exploring topics related to Death and Dying. Topics to Include: Medical Assistance in Dying, What happens after death, Spiritual and Religious Rituals to support the Dying and their loved ones. What does it mean to live fully until I die? How to have honest and open questions as we approach death? Creating a Spiritual Legacy and Ethical Will. Sessions will include leader inputs and lots of room for conversation. If you have questions or a specific topic you would like to explore, please reach out to Margaret at margaret@broadviewunited.com -
Rekindling the Fire of Early Christian Communities
Date: Spring 2024REGISTER
Esteemed author and lecture, Dr. Jeff Crittenden will join us to introduce us to concepts in his new book Leisure Resurrected, an exploration of leisure from Plato through to the Roman Empire. Ever wonder- where did the time go? Or pause and look at your calendar and wonder how crammed it became with activity? Or sat in worship knowing that there is something unique about participating in a worship leisure experience? Leisure Resurrected moves from theory to practical engagement as Jeff demonstrates how an ancient experience is not only vital for our current context, leisure provides meaning, purpose and hope.
Jeff Crittenden, Ph.D., is an Assistant Professor at Huron University, London, ON; CPT’s (The Centre for Practical Theology, Canada) Founding Director; Lead Minister at Metropolitan United Church (London, ON)
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Time: Beginning with the season of Lent, the Celebration of Baptism and Profession of Faith will follow after Easter
Leadership: Ha Na Park
We invite you to this interactive and group-work-based 6-week long baptism and membership course, meeting six times in the spring. Like well-equipped hikers, we will use Marcus Borg’s book, The Heart of Christianity: How We Can be Passionate Believers Today, as our map, and our heart as the compass to find God. Each session will last about 2 hours and will cover the following topics.
Session 1: Beloved and Belong (The Heart of the Matter)
Session 2: Living Scripture
Session 3: Jesus and the Kin-dom of God
Session 4: Social Justice, Prayer, and Spiritual Practice
Session 5: The (un)Official United Church Guide
Session 6: The Journey of Becoming
