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Meet Terry
Terry first walked through the big blue doors of First United five years ago. A committed father of two, he was left with an impossible decision when he and his live-in partner broke up. “I couldn’t...
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Thanksgiving: A time for gratitude
Thanksgiving is a time to reflect on all we are grateful for. I am thankful and honoured to join First United and return to work in the Downtown Eastside. Since I first came to this neighborhood 20...
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The daily practice of thankfulness
“I arise today… Blessed by all things; wings of breath, delight of eyes, wonder of whisper, intimacy of touch, eternity of soul, urgency of thought, miracle of health, embrace of God.” – John O’Donohue...
View ArticleAdvent One: Hope
Advent One: Hope (Advent One for Print) “What do you want from me?” Jesus asked him. “Lord, I want to see.” Luke 18:41 An image from First United Church “When I hold the Bible in my hands I feel...
View ArticleAdvent Two: Peace
Advent Two: Peace (Advent Two 2015 Print Version) “What do you want from me?” Jesus asked him. “Lord, I want to see.” Luke 18:41 An image from First United Church “I think John Lennon had a good thing...
View ArticleAdvent Three: Joy
Advent Three: Joy (Advent Three Print Version 2015) “What do you want from me?” Jesus asked him. “Lord, I want to see.” Luke 18:41 An image from First United Church Most days you can find Mama sitting...
View ArticleAdvent Four: Love
Advent Four: Love (Advent Four Print Version 2015) “What do you want from me?” Jesus asked him. “Lord, I want to see.” Luke 18:41 An image from First United Church “My son has been on the streets of...
View ArticleChristmas Eve
Lighting the Christ Candle on Christmas Eve (Advent 2015 Christmas Eve Print Version) “What do you want from me?” Jesus asked him. “Lord, I want to see.” Luke 18:41 An image from First United Church...
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Seeking Secret Santas
THANK YOU EVERYONE! All our Secret Santa spots are now full! Click here for other ways you can support First United this Christmas! To arrange drop-off of your gifts and hampers, or to have any...
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Meet Rocky
Keep your eyes peeled next time you’re waiting for the bus. You might just see one of First United’s friendliest community members smiling back at you! Thanks to the generous sponsorship of the City...
View ArticleFirst United Run/Walk 2016
We are delighted to have seasoned runner and Shelter Manager Raman Khaira return to represent First United at the 2016 Sun Run on April 17th, 2016. Raman will be collecting pledges to support First...
View ArticleFall 2015 Newsletter
This issue is all about showing gratitude. We spotlight community member Terry, who gives back through volunteering, Genesa says thanks to the Downtown Eastside community, and Reverend Sally invites us...
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Meet Corinne and baby Justin, the newest (and cutest!) member of the First United community.
View ArticleReflections From Rev. Sally: Did Jesus Have A Dog?
On Monday morning at Spiritual Focus we studied the parable of the lost sheep: there are one hundred sheep and one creature strays. The shepherd leaves the ninety-nine to find the lost one. There will...
View ArticleSpring 2016 Newsletter
In this edition, we feature one of our most gregarious community members: the imitable Jeet’s Corporation.
View ArticleMeet Terry
Terry first walked through the big blue doors of First United five years ago. A committed father of two, he was left with an impossible decision when he and his live-in partner broke up. “I couldn’t...
View ArticleCoalition Honours Families and Advocates as Canada Launches National Inquiry...
(Coast Salish Territory/Vancouver, B.C.- December 10, 2015) Earlier this week, the Canadian Government announced the launch of the national inquiry into missing and murdered Indigenous women and...
View ArticleFirst United Thrift Store in the news!
First United was thrilled to give CBC reporter Samantha Garvey a tour of our thrift store, where we chatted about some of the most peculiar gifts we’ve received (disco ball, anyone?), and offered...
View ArticleRegistration Opens for 9th Annual Golf Tournament for the Homeless
Registration is now open for the 9th Annual Golf Tournament for the Homeless, taking place May 30th, 2016 at the University Golf Club. Golfers of all abilities, from novice to pro, are invited to join...
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