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What If We Prioritized Rest? – Sunday Service

A compassionate community of free religious thought, inviting all people to rest, grow, and serve the world.

Rev. Karen Fraser Gitlitz

When I think about prioritizing rest, my head fills with voices — parents, mentors, even past employers — and I notice a strong reaction in my body. To help us understand what is happening and why rest is so significant, we will lean into the writings of black authors and activists such as Tricia Hersey, who have identified the theological necessity of rest for individuals and communities.

Karen Fraser Gitlitz (she/her) is a Unitarian Universalist minister and a professional Art Therapist. After serving UU congregations in Nanaimo and Saskatoon (as well as shorter contracts with Salt Spring Island and Regina), Karen and her partner Paul Gitlitz relocated to the Saanich peninsula on southern Vancouver Island, BC, the traditional territory of the W̱SÁNEĆ people, which includes the W̱JOȽEȽP (Tsartlip) and SȾÁUTW̱ (Tsawout) First Nations. Karen continues to support Canadian UU congregations through the Meaning Making Project while developing her private practice through Creative upWelling Art Therapy and deepening her exploration of the intersection between spirituality, the arts, and social justice.

Meaning Making October Worship Theme is Intentional Rest.

Westwood runs weekly services, September through June, bringing a variety of speakers on a wide range of topics.  Please check back for updates on this Sunday’s service.

There is an opportunity for ‘social time’ in person (with coffee) or online following the service – a time to connect with friends old and new.

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    Start Date: October 6, 2024 10:30 amEnd Date: October 6, 2024 11:30 amZoom URL: https://zoom.us/j/99545384626Meeting URL: 995 4538 4626Lay Leader: Rebecca PattersonMusician: Carrie DayAddress:
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    Edmonton, Alberta
    T6H 1W3

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