The Gimli Unitarian Church will once again welcome residents, cottagers and visitors to its annual summer worship series, continuing a tradition that has been part of the community for more than three decades.
Services will be held at 11 a.m. on the first and third Sunday of each month throughout July and August.
The congregation first launched its summer program in 1994 after several years of inactivity and has continued to host seasonal services ever since. Today, the congregation includes a mix of year-round residents, seasonal cottagers and visitors from across Manitoba, including many who travel from Winnipeg for the day.
An independent liberal congregation, Gimli Unitarian Church has served the community since 1891. Its landmark church building, constructed in 1905 in the heart of Gimli, is a designated municipal heritage site and is also home to the A-Spire Theatre and community events, including activities associated with the Gimli International Film Festival.
This summer’s services include:
July 5 – Through a Reflecting Pool Darkly
Rev. Stefan Jonasson will reflect on the 250th anniversary of the United States, examining whether the American experiment continues to offer hope for renewal or faces the decline experienced by past empires.
July 19 – Those Silly Love Songs
Drawing inspiration from Paul McCartney’s hit Silly Love Songs, Rev. Jonasson will explore why stories and songs about love continue to resonate across generations and cultures.
Aug. 2 – Enough Light to Find Your Way
Rev. Wayne Arnason and Rev. Kathleen Rolenz will discuss the Icelandic word raðljóst, meaning “enough light to find your way,” and how it offers insight into navigating life’s spiritual journey.
Aug. 16 – What Are the Odds?
Rev. Jonasson will examine how people perceive risk, fortune and uncertainty, encouraging reflection on how to live well while facing life’s unpredictable nature.
The congregation welcomes everyone interested in attending the services, regardless of religious background.
