Donald Waldroff’s Memorial Service will happen starting at 10:30 am.

A funeral service will be held for John Heise on Sunday November 24th at 2:30PM

A safe space for your hurting heart to treat itself gently, and find hope for the future

This group is intended for anyone who has experienced a significant death in their life.

Everyone grieves in different ways. All your thoughts and feelings are valid and have worth. In supporting one another, we can open ourselves up to a future that offers hope for healing.

If you are grieving a loss, and are looking for a safe and supportive community, there is space for you in the circle. You are never alone, and are always held by grace.  

 Join us weekly on Wednesdays at 10 am starting September 4th through until November 20. In order to ensure everyone is cared for in their particular situation, a brief, confidential intake survey of all participants is completed prior to the first meeting, in order to identify any specific needs or concerns that require attention. Space is limited. No new registrations will be added once the group has commenced.

Two different dates and times have been offered for this group (Tuesday at 6:30 pm or Wednesday at 10 am), please note that these dates are not interchangeable. Participants will be required to stay with the session they sign up for.

This takes place in the basement, a lift is available.

Please contact the office to register (403-252-1620) or office@mcdunited.com. 

This Group will support your grieving by:

· introducing you to others who have had similar experiences, thoughts, and feelings.

· countering the sense of isolation and loneliness that many grieving people experience in our culture that avoids mourning.

· providing emotional, physical, and spiritual support in a safe, nonjudgmental environment.

· allowing you to explore your many thoughts and feelings about grief in a way that helps you be compassionate and kind to yourself.

· encouraging you to receive—and to give—mutual support, grace, and understanding to yourself and to others.

· offering opportunities to learn new ways of approaching problems.

· showing you that you can trust, bond, and nurture both old and new connections with people in a world that often feels like it doesn’t care.

· providing a supportive environment that can reawaken your sense of abundant, whole-hearted living, and give you hope for healing.

You can expect to:

Meet with the same group of people for the entire group duration.

Learn about key principles of the journey through grief.

Engage in open group discussion for mutual support.

Receive all resources and supplies required at no cost to you.

You are asked to:

Show up, prepared to join us in the circle.

Engage in the group discussion as much or as little as you feel comfortable.

Be open to reading selected educational resources—approximately 20-25 pages weekly—in preparation for group discussions.

Be willing to engage in prompted journalling during the week.

A safe space for your hurting heart to treat itself gently, and find hope for the future

This group is intended for anyone who has experienced a significant death in their life.

Everyone grieves in different ways. All your thoughts and feelings are valid and have worth. In supporting one another, we can open ourselves up to a future that offers hope for healing.

If you are grieving a loss, and are looking for a safe and supportive community, there is space for you in the circle. You are never alone, and are always held by grace.  

 Join us weekly on Wednesdays at 10 am starting September 4th through until November 20. In order to ensure everyone is cared for in their particular situation, a brief, confidential intake survey of all participants is completed prior to the first meeting, in order to identify any specific needs or concerns that require attention. Space is limited. No new registrations will be added once the group has commenced.

Two different dates and times have been offered for this group (Tuesday at 6:30 pm or Wednesday at 10 am), please note that these dates are not interchangeable. Participants will be required to stay with the session they sign up for.

This takes place in the basement, a lift is available.

Please contact the office to register (403-252-1620) or office@mcdunited.com. 

This Group will support your grieving by:

· introducing you to others who have had similar experiences, thoughts, and feelings.

· countering the sense of isolation and loneliness that many grieving people experience in our culture that avoids mourning.

· providing emotional, physical, and spiritual support in a safe, nonjudgmental environment.

· allowing you to explore your many thoughts and feelings about grief in a way that helps you be compassionate and kind to yourself.

· encouraging you to receive—and to give—mutual support, grace, and understanding to yourself and to others.

· offering opportunities to learn new ways of approaching problems.

· showing you that you can trust, bond, and nurture both old and new connections with people in a world that often feels like it doesn’t care.

· providing a supportive environment that can reawaken your sense of abundant, whole-hearted living, and give you hope for healing.

You can expect to:

Meet with the same group of people for the entire group duration.

Learn about key principles of the journey through grief.

Engage in open group discussion for mutual support.

Receive all resources and supplies required at no cost to you.

You are asked to:

Show up, prepared to join us in the circle.

Engage in the group discussion as much or as little as you feel comfortable.

Be open to reading selected educational resources—approximately 20-25 pages weekly—in preparation for group discussions.

Be willing to engage in prompted journalling during the week.

There will be a reception following the service.

You can see Shauna’s Candle Memorial here.

Notice of Passing:

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Shauna Kennedy last evening, October 28th, after the progression of her cancer diagnosis.

Shauna was previously an admired member of the McDougall staff team as our Communications Coordinator, and an active member of the community serving as the Witness to Reconciliation on our Right Relations outreach group.  

Messages of condolence and support can be sent through the office and will be shared with the family.

Please keep Lucien, Theo, Mary, Alvin and David in your prayers as they grieve the loss of their mother, daughter and sister.

A safe space for your hurting heart to treat itself gently, and find hope for the future

This group is intended for anyone who has experienced a significant death in their life.

Everyone grieves in different ways. All your thoughts and feelings are valid and have worth. In supporting one another, we can open ourselves up to a future that offers hope for healing.

If you are grieving a loss, and are looking for a safe and supportive community, there is space for you in the circle. You are never alone, and are always held by grace.  

 Join us weekly on Wednesdays at 10 am starting September 4th through until November 20. In order to ensure everyone is cared for in their particular situation, a brief, confidential intake survey of all participants is completed prior to the first meeting, in order to identify any specific needs or concerns that require attention. Space is limited. No new registrations will be added once the group has commenced.

Two different dates and times have been offered for this group (Tuesday at 6:30 pm or Wednesday at 10 am), please note that these dates are not interchangeable. Participants will be required to stay with the session they sign up for.

This takes place in the basement, a lift is available.

Please contact the office to register (403-252-1620) or office@mcdunited.com. 

This Group will support your grieving by:

· introducing you to others who have had similar experiences, thoughts, and feelings.

· countering the sense of isolation and loneliness that many grieving people experience in our culture that avoids mourning.

· providing emotional, physical, and spiritual support in a safe, nonjudgmental environment.

· allowing you to explore your many thoughts and feelings about grief in a way that helps you be compassionate and kind to yourself.

· encouraging you to receive—and to give—mutual support, grace, and understanding to yourself and to others.

· offering opportunities to learn new ways of approaching problems.

· showing you that you can trust, bond, and nurture both old and new connections with people in a world that often feels like it doesn’t care.

· providing a supportive environment that can reawaken your sense of abundant, whole-hearted living, and give you hope for healing.

You can expect to:

Meet with the same group of people for the entire group duration.

Learn about key principles of the journey through grief.

Engage in open group discussion for mutual support.

Receive all resources and supplies required at no cost to you.

You are asked to:

Show up, prepared to join us in the circle.

Engage in the group discussion as much or as little as you feel comfortable.

Be open to reading selected educational resources—approximately 20-25 pages weekly—in preparation for group discussions.

Be willing to engage in prompted journalling during the week.

A safe space for your hurting heart to treat itself gently, and find hope for the future

This group is intended for anyone who has experienced a significant death in their life.

Everyone grieves in different ways. All your thoughts and feelings are valid and have worth. In supporting one another, we can open ourselves up to a future that offers hope for healing.

If you are grieving a loss, and are looking for a safe and supportive community, there is space for you in the circle. You are never alone, and are always held by grace.  

 Join us weekly on Wednesdays at 10 am starting September 4th through until November 20. In order to ensure everyone is cared for in their particular situation, a brief, confidential intake survey of all participants is completed prior to the first meeting, in order to identify any specific needs or concerns that require attention. Space is limited. No new registrations will be added once the group has commenced.

Two different dates and times have been offered for this group (Tuesday at 6:30 pm or Wednesday at 10 am), please note that these dates are not interchangeable. Participants will be required to stay with the session they sign up for.

This takes place in the basement, a lift is available.

Please contact the office to register (403-252-1620) or office@mcdunited.com. 

This Group will support your grieving by:

· introducing you to others who have had similar experiences, thoughts, and feelings.

· countering the sense of isolation and loneliness that many grieving people experience in our culture that avoids mourning.

· providing emotional, physical, and spiritual support in a safe, nonjudgmental environment.

· allowing you to explore your many thoughts and feelings about grief in a way that helps you be compassionate and kind to yourself.

· encouraging you to receive—and to give—mutual support, grace, and understanding to yourself and to others.

· offering opportunities to learn new ways of approaching problems.

· showing you that you can trust, bond, and nurture both old and new connections with people in a world that often feels like it doesn’t care.

· providing a supportive environment that can reawaken your sense of abundant, whole-hearted living, and give you hope for healing.

You can expect to:

Meet with the same group of people for the entire group duration.

Learn about key principles of the journey through grief.

Engage in open group discussion for mutual support.

Receive all resources and supplies required at no cost to you.

You are asked to:

Show up, prepared to join us in the circle.

Engage in the group discussion as much or as little as you feel comfortable.

Be open to reading selected educational resources—approximately 20-25 pages weekly—in preparation for group discussions.

Be willing to engage in prompted journalling during the week.

A safe space for your hurting heart to treat itself gently, and find hope for the future

This group is intended for anyone who has experienced a significant death in their life.

Everyone grieves in different ways. All your thoughts and feelings are valid and have worth. In supporting one another, we can open ourselves up to a future that offers hope for healing.

If you are grieving a loss, and are looking for a safe and supportive community, there is space for you in the circle. You are never alone, and are always held by grace.  

 Join us weekly on Wednesdays at 10 am starting September 4th through until November 20. In order to ensure everyone is cared for in their particular situation, a brief, confidential intake survey of all participants is completed prior to the first meeting, in order to identify any specific needs or concerns that require attention. Space is limited. No new registrations will be added once the group has commenced.

Two different dates and times have been offered for this group (Tuesday at 6:30 pm or Wednesday at 10 am), please note that these dates are not interchangeable. Participants will be required to stay with the session they sign up for.

This takes place in the basement, a lift is available.

Please contact the office to register (403-252-1620) or office@mcdunited.com. 

This Group will support your grieving by:

· introducing you to others who have had similar experiences, thoughts, and feelings.

· countering the sense of isolation and loneliness that many grieving people experience in our culture that avoids mourning.

· providing emotional, physical, and spiritual support in a safe, nonjudgmental environment.

· allowing you to explore your many thoughts and feelings about grief in a way that helps you be compassionate and kind to yourself.

· encouraging you to receive—and to give—mutual support, grace, and understanding to yourself and to others.

· offering opportunities to learn new ways of approaching problems.

· showing you that you can trust, bond, and nurture both old and new connections with people in a world that often feels like it doesn’t care.

· providing a supportive environment that can reawaken your sense of abundant, whole-hearted living, and give you hope for healing.

You can expect to:

Meet with the same group of people for the entire group duration.

Learn about key principles of the journey through grief.

Engage in open group discussion for mutual support.

Receive all resources and supplies required at no cost to you.

You are asked to:

Show up, prepared to join us in the circle.

Engage in the group discussion as much or as little as you feel comfortable.

Be open to reading selected educational resources—approximately 20-25 pages weekly—in preparation for group discussions.

Be willing to engage in prompted journalling during the week.

A safe space for your hurting heart to treat itself gently, and find hope for the future

This group is intended for anyone who has experienced a significant death in their life.

Everyone grieves in different ways. All your thoughts and feelings are valid and have worth. In supporting one another, we can open ourselves up to a future that offers hope for healing.

If you are grieving a loss, and are looking for a safe and supportive community, there is space for you in the circle. You are never alone, and are always held by grace.  

 Join us weekly on Wednesdays at 10 am starting September 4th through until November 20. In order to ensure everyone is cared for in their particular situation, a brief, confidential intake survey of all participants is completed prior to the first meeting, in order to identify any specific needs or concerns that require attention. Space is limited. No new registrations will be added once the group has commenced.

Two different dates and times have been offered for this group (Tuesday at 6:30 pm or Wednesday at 10 am), please note that these dates are not interchangeable. Participants will be required to stay with the session they sign up for.

This takes place in the basement, a lift is available.

Please contact the office to register (403-252-1620) or office@mcdunited.com. 

This Group will support your grieving by:

· introducing you to others who have had similar experiences, thoughts, and feelings.

· countering the sense of isolation and loneliness that many grieving people experience in our culture that avoids mourning.

· providing emotional, physical, and spiritual support in a safe, nonjudgmental environment.

· allowing you to explore your many thoughts and feelings about grief in a way that helps you be compassionate and kind to yourself.

· encouraging you to receive—and to give—mutual support, grace, and understanding to yourself and to others.

· offering opportunities to learn new ways of approaching problems.

· showing you that you can trust, bond, and nurture both old and new connections with people in a world that often feels like it doesn’t care.

· providing a supportive environment that can reawaken your sense of abundant, whole-hearted living, and give you hope for healing.

You can expect to:

Meet with the same group of people for the entire group duration.

Learn about key principles of the journey through grief.

Engage in open group discussion for mutual support.

Receive all resources and supplies required at no cost to you.

You are asked to:

Show up, prepared to join us in the circle.

Engage in the group discussion as much or as little as you feel comfortable.

Be open to reading selected educational resources—approximately 20-25 pages weekly—in preparation for group discussions.

Be willing to engage in prompted journalling during the week.

A safe space for your hurting heart to treat itself gently, and find hope for the future

This group is intended for anyone who has experienced a significant death in their life.

Everyone grieves in different ways. All your thoughts and feelings are valid and have worth. In supporting one another, we can open ourselves up to a future that offers hope for healing.

If you are grieving a loss, and are looking for a safe and supportive community, there is space for you in the circle. You are never alone, and are always held by grace.  

 Join us weekly on Wednesdays at 10 am starting September 4th through until November 20. In order to ensure everyone is cared for in their particular situation, a brief, confidential intake survey of all participants is completed prior to the first meeting, in order to identify any specific needs or concerns that require attention. Space is limited. No new registrations will be added once the group has commenced.

Two different dates and times have been offered for this group (Tuesday at 6:30 pm or Wednesday at 10 am), please note that these dates are not interchangeable. Participants will be required to stay with the session they sign up for.

This takes place in the basement, a lift is available.

Please contact the office to register (403-252-1620) or office@mcdunited.com. 

This Group will support your grieving by:

· introducing you to others who have had similar experiences, thoughts, and feelings.

· countering the sense of isolation and loneliness that many grieving people experience in our culture that avoids mourning.

· providing emotional, physical, and spiritual support in a safe, nonjudgmental environment.

· allowing you to explore your many thoughts and feelings about grief in a way that helps you be compassionate and kind to yourself.

· encouraging you to receive—and to give—mutual support, grace, and understanding to yourself and to others.

· offering opportunities to learn new ways of approaching problems.

· showing you that you can trust, bond, and nurture both old and new connections with people in a world that often feels like it doesn’t care.

· providing a supportive environment that can reawaken your sense of abundant, whole-hearted living, and give you hope for healing.

You can expect to:

Meet with the same group of people for the entire group duration.

Learn about key principles of the journey through grief.

Engage in open group discussion for mutual support.

Receive all resources and supplies required at no cost to you.

You are asked to:

Show up, prepared to join us in the circle.

Engage in the group discussion as much or as little as you feel comfortable.

Be open to reading selected educational resources—approximately 20-25 pages weekly—in preparation for group discussions.

Be willing to engage in prompted journalling during the week.

A safe space for your hurting heart to treat itself gently, and find hope for the future

This group is intended for anyone who has experienced a significant death in their life.

Everyone grieves in different ways. All your thoughts and feelings are valid and have worth. In supporting one another, we can open ourselves up to a future that offers hope for healing.

If you are grieving a loss, and are looking for a safe and supportive community, there is space for you in the circle. You are never alone, and are always held by grace.  

 Join us weekly on Wednesdays at 10 am starting September 4th through until November 20. In order to ensure everyone is cared for in their particular situation, a brief, confidential intake survey of all participants is completed prior to the first meeting, in order to identify any specific needs or concerns that require attention. Space is limited. No new registrations will be added once the group has commenced.

Two different dates and times have been offered for this group (Tuesday at 6:30 pm or Wednesday at 10 am), please note that these dates are not interchangeable. Participants will be required to stay with the session they sign up for.

This takes place in the basement, a lift is available.

Please contact the office to register (403-252-1620) or office@mcdunited.com. 

This Group will support your grieving by:

· introducing you to others who have had similar experiences, thoughts, and feelings.

· countering the sense of isolation and loneliness that many grieving people experience in our culture that avoids mourning.

· providing emotional, physical, and spiritual support in a safe, nonjudgmental environment.

· allowing you to explore your many thoughts and feelings about grief in a way that helps you be compassionate and kind to yourself.

· encouraging you to receive—and to give—mutual support, grace, and understanding to yourself and to others.

· offering opportunities to learn new ways of approaching problems.

· showing you that you can trust, bond, and nurture both old and new connections with people in a world that often feels like it doesn’t care.

· providing a supportive environment that can reawaken your sense of abundant, whole-hearted living, and give you hope for healing.

You can expect to:

Meet with the same group of people for the entire group duration.

Learn about key principles of the journey through grief.

Engage in open group discussion for mutual support.

Receive all resources and supplies required at no cost to you.

You are asked to:

Show up, prepared to join us in the circle.

Engage in the group discussion as much or as little as you feel comfortable.

Be open to reading selected educational resources—approximately 20-25 pages weekly—in preparation for group discussions.

Be willing to engage in prompted journalling during the week.

A memorial service will be held for Myrna at McDougall United Church on Saturday September 28th at 2PM with Rev. Bill Weaver presiding. 

If you are unable to attend the service it will be live streamed on our YouTube page which can be accessed by the link here: https://www.youtube.com/@mcdougallunitedchurchcalga4407

The feed will be available approximately ten minutes prior to the service.

See Myrna’s candle memorial here.

A safe space for your hurting heart to treat itself gently, and find hope for the future

This group is intended for anyone who has experienced a significant death in their life.

Everyone grieves in different ways. All your thoughts and feelings are valid and have worth. In supporting one another, we can open ourselves up to a future that offers hope for healing.

If you are grieving a loss, and are looking for a safe and supportive community, there is space for you in the circle. You are never alone, and are always held by grace.  

 Join us weekly on Wednesdays at 10 am starting September 4th through until November 20. In order to ensure everyone is cared for in their particular situation, a brief, confidential intake survey of all participants is completed prior to the first meeting, in order to identify any specific needs or concerns that require attention. Space is limited. No new registrations will be added once the group has commenced.

Two different dates and times have been offered for this group (Tuesday at 6:30 pm or Wednesday at 10 am), please note that these dates are not interchangeable. Participants will be required to stay with the session they sign up for.

This takes place in the basement, a lift is available.

Please contact the office to register (403-252-1620) or office@mcdunited.com. 

This Group will support your grieving by:

· introducing you to others who have had similar experiences, thoughts, and feelings.

· countering the sense of isolation and loneliness that many grieving people experience in our culture that avoids mourning.

· providing emotional, physical, and spiritual support in a safe, nonjudgmental environment.

· allowing you to explore your many thoughts and feelings about grief in a way that helps you be compassionate and kind to yourself.

· encouraging you to receive—and to give—mutual support, grace, and understanding to yourself and to others.

· offering opportunities to learn new ways of approaching problems.

· showing you that you can trust, bond, and nurture both old and new connections with people in a world that often feels like it doesn’t care.

· providing a supportive environment that can reawaken your sense of abundant, whole-hearted living, and give you hope for healing.

You can expect to:

Meet with the same group of people for the entire group duration.

Learn about key principles of the journey through grief.

Engage in open group discussion for mutual support.

Receive all resources and supplies required at no cost to you.

You are asked to:

Show up, prepared to join us in the circle.

Engage in the group discussion as much or as little as you feel comfortable.

Be open to reading selected educational resources—approximately 20-25 pages weekly—in preparation for group discussions.

Be willing to engage in prompted journalling during the week.

A safe space for your hurting heart to treat itself gently, and find hope for the future

This group is intended for anyone who has experienced a significant death in their life.

Everyone grieves in different ways. All your thoughts and feelings are valid and have worth. In supporting one another, we can open ourselves up to a future that offers hope for healing.

If you are grieving a loss, and are looking for a safe and supportive community, there is space for you in the circle. You are never alone, and are always held by grace.  

 Join us weekly on Wednesdays at 10 am starting September 4th through until November 20. In order to ensure everyone is cared for in their particular situation, a brief, confidential intake survey of all participants is completed prior to the first meeting, in order to identify any specific needs or concerns that require attention. Space is limited. No new registrations will be added once the group has commenced.

Two different dates and times have been offered for this group (Tuesday at 6:30 pm or Wednesday at 10 am), please note that these dates are not interchangeable. Participants will be required to stay with the session they sign up for.

This takes place in the basement, a lift is available.

Please contact the office to register (403-252-1620) or office@mcdunited.com. 

This Group will support your grieving by:

· introducing you to others who have had similar experiences, thoughts, and feelings.

· countering the sense of isolation and loneliness that many grieving people experience in our culture that avoids mourning.

· providing emotional, physical, and spiritual support in a safe, nonjudgmental environment.

· allowing you to explore your many thoughts and feelings about grief in a way that helps you be compassionate and kind to yourself.

· encouraging you to receive—and to give—mutual support, grace, and understanding to yourself and to others.

· offering opportunities to learn new ways of approaching problems.

· showing you that you can trust, bond, and nurture both old and new connections with people in a world that often feels like it doesn’t care.

· providing a supportive environment that can reawaken your sense of abundant, whole-hearted living, and give you hope for healing.

You can expect to:

Meet with the same group of people for the entire group duration.

Learn about key principles of the journey through grief.

Engage in open group discussion for mutual support.

Receive all resources and supplies required at no cost to you.

You are asked to:

Show up, prepared to join us in the circle.

Engage in the group discussion as much or as little as you feel comfortable.

Be open to reading selected educational resources—approximately 20-25 pages weekly—in preparation for group discussions.

Be willing to engage in prompted journalling during the week.

A safe space for your hurting heart to treat itself gently, and find hope for the future

This group is intended for anyone who has experienced a significant death in their life.

Everyone grieves in different ways. All your thoughts and feelings are valid and have worth. In supporting one another, we can open ourselves up to a future that offers hope for healing.

If you are grieving a loss, and are looking for a safe and supportive community, there is space for you in the circle. You are never alone, and are always held by grace.  

 Join us weekly on Wednesdays at 10 am starting September 4th through until November 20. In order to ensure everyone is cared for in their particular situation, a brief, confidential intake survey of all participants is completed prior to the first meeting, in order to identify any specific needs or concerns that require attention. Space is limited. No new registrations will be added once the group has commenced.

Two different dates and times have been offered for this group (Tuesday at 6:30 pm or Wednesday at 10 am), please note that these dates are not interchangeable. Participants will be required to stay with the session they sign up for.

This takes place in the basement, a lift is available.

Please contact the office to register (403-252-1620) or office@mcdunited.com. 

This Group will support your grieving by:

· introducing you to others who have had similar experiences, thoughts, and feelings.

· countering the sense of isolation and loneliness that many grieving people experience in our culture that avoids mourning.

· providing emotional, physical, and spiritual support in a safe, nonjudgmental environment.

· allowing you to explore your many thoughts and feelings about grief in a way that helps you be compassionate and kind to yourself.

· encouraging you to receive—and to give—mutual support, grace, and understanding to yourself and to others.

· offering opportunities to learn new ways of approaching problems.

· showing you that you can trust, bond, and nurture both old and new connections with people in a world that often feels like it doesn’t care.

· providing a supportive environment that can reawaken your sense of abundant, whole-hearted living, and give you hope for healing.

You can expect to:

Meet with the same group of people for the entire group duration.

Learn about key principles of the journey through grief.

Engage in open group discussion for mutual support.

Receive all resources and supplies required at no cost to you.

You are asked to:

Show up, prepared to join us in the circle.

Engage in the group discussion as much or as little as you feel comfortable.

Be open to reading selected educational resources—approximately 20-25 pages weekly—in preparation for group discussions.

Be willing to engage in prompted journalling during the week.

A funeral service will be held for Alf on Saturday September 7th at 2 pm

Visit Alf’s Candle Memorial here.

A safe space for your hurting heart to treat itself gently, and find hope for the future

This group is intended for anyone who has experienced a significant death in their life.

Everyone grieves in different ways. All your thoughts and feelings are valid and have worth. In supporting one another, we can open ourselves up to a future that offers hope for healing.

If you are grieving a loss, and are looking for a safe and supportive community, there is space for you in the circle. You are never alone, and are always held by grace.  

 Join us weekly on Wednesdays at 10 am starting September 4th through until November 20. In order to ensure everyone is cared for in their particular situation, a brief, confidential intake survey of all participants is completed prior to the first meeting, in order to identify any specific needs or concerns that require attention. Space is limited. No new registrations will be added once the group has commenced.

Two different dates and times have been offered for this group (Tuesday at 6:30 pm or Wednesday at 10 am), please note that these dates are not interchangeable. Participants will be required to stay with the session they sign up for.

This takes place in the basement, a lift is available.

Please contact the office to register (403-252-1620) or office@mcdunited.com. 

This Group will support your grieving by:

· introducing you to others who have had similar experiences, thoughts, and feelings.

· countering the sense of isolation and loneliness that many grieving people experience in our culture that avoids mourning.

· providing emotional, physical, and spiritual support in a safe, nonjudgmental environment.

· allowing you to explore your many thoughts and feelings about grief in a way that helps you be compassionate and kind to yourself.

· encouraging you to receive—and to give—mutual support, grace, and understanding to yourself and to others.

· offering opportunities to learn new ways of approaching problems.

· showing you that you can trust, bond, and nurture both old and new connections with people in a world that often feels like it doesn’t care.

· providing a supportive environment that can reawaken your sense of abundant, whole-hearted living, and give you hope for healing.

You can expect to:

Meet with the same group of people for the entire group duration.

Learn about key principles of the journey through grief.

Engage in open group discussion for mutual support.

Receive all resources and supplies required at no cost to you.

You are asked to:

Show up, prepared to join us in the circle.

Engage in the group discussion as much or as little as you feel comfortable.

Be open to reading selected educational resources—approximately 20-25 pages weekly—in preparation for group discussions.

Be willing to engage in prompted journalling during the week.

A safe space for your hurting heart to treat itself gently, and find hope for the future

This group is intended for anyone who has experienced a significant death in their life.

Everyone grieves in different ways. All your thoughts and feelings are valid and have worth. In supporting one another, we can open ourselves up to a future that offers hope for healing.

If you are grieving a loss, and are looking for a safe and supportive community, there is space for you in the circle. You are never alone, and are always held by grace.  

 Join us weekly on Tuesdays at 6:30 pm starting September 3 through until November 19. In order to ensure everyone is cared for in their particular situation, a brief, confidential intake survey of all participants is completed prior to the first meeting, in order to identify any specific needs or concerns that require attention. Space is limited. No new registrations will be added once the group has commenced.

Two different dates and times have been offered for this group (Tuesday at 6:30 pm or Wednesday at 10 am), please note that these dates are not interchangeable. Participants will be required to stay with the session they sign up for.

This takes place in the basement, a lift is available.

Please contact the office to register (403-252-1620) or office@mcdunited.com. 

This Group will support your grieving by:

· introducing you to others who have had similar experiences, thoughts, and feelings.

· countering the sense of isolation and loneliness that many grieving people experience in our culture that avoids mourning.

· providing emotional, physical, and spiritual support in a safe, nonjudgmental environment.

· allowing you to explore your many thoughts and feelings about grief in a way that helps you be compassionate and kind to yourself.

· encouraging you to receive—and to give—mutual support, grace, and understanding to yourself and to others.

· offering opportunities to learn new ways of approaching problems.

· showing you that you can trust, bond, and nurture both old and new connections with people in a world that often feels like it doesn’t care.

· providing a supportive environment that can reawaken your sense of abundant, whole-hearted living, and give you hope for healing.

You can expect to:

Meet with the same group of people for the entire group duration.

Learn about key principles of the journey through grief.

Engage in open group discussion for mutual support.

Receive all resources and supplies required at no cost to you.

You are asked to:

Show up, prepared to join us in the circle.

Engage in the group discussion as much or as little as you feel comfortable.

Be open to reading selected educational resources—approximately 20-25 pages weekly—in preparation for group discussions.

Be willing to engage in prompted journalling during the week.

A Celebration of Diana's Life will be held at McDougall United Church on Saturday, July 20, 2024, at 10:30 a.m.  Visit Diana’s Candle Memorial here.

A celebration of Life will happen on July 15th at 2:00pm at McDougall United Church, reception to follow. You can view Charlie’s candle memorial here.

A safe space for your hurting heart to treat itself gently, and find hope for the future

This group is intended for anyone who has experienced a significant death in their life.

Everyone grieves in different ways. All your thoughts and feelings are valid and have worth. In supporting one another, we can open ourselves up to a future that offers hope for healing.

If you are grieving a loss, and are looking for a safe and supportive community, there is space for you in the circle. You are never alone, and are always held by grace.  

 Join us weekly on Tuesdays at 6 pm starting April 2 through until June 18. In order to ensure everyone is cared for in their particular situation, a brief, confidential intake survey of all participants is completed prior to the first meeting, in order to identify any specific needs or concerns that require attention. Space is limited. No new registrations will be added once the group has commenced.

Please contact Rev. Bill Weaver at ogdenminister@shaw.ca to register. 

This Group will support your grieving by:

· introducing you to others who have had similar experiences, thoughts, and feelings.

· countering the sense of isolation and loneliness that many grieving people experience in our culture that avoids mourning.

· providing emotional, physical, and spiritual support in a safe, nonjudgmental environment.

· allowing you to explore your many thoughts and feelings about grief in a way that helps you be compassionate and kind to yourself.

· encouraging you to receive—and to give—mutual support, grace, and understanding to yourself and to others.

· offering opportunities to learn new ways of approaching problems.

· showing you that you can trust, bond, and nurture both old and new connections with people in a world that often feels like it doesn’t care.

· providing a supportive environment that can reawaken your sense of abundant, whole-hearted living, and give you hope for healing.

You can expect to:

Meet with the same group of people for the entire group duration.

Learn about key principles of the journey through grief.

Engage in open group discussion for mutual support.

Receive all resources and supplies required at no cost to you.

You are asked to:

Show up, prepared to join us in the circle.

Engage in the group discussion as much or as little as you feel comfortable.

Be open to reading selected educational resources—approximately 20-25 pages weekly—in preparation for group discussions.

Be willing to engage in prompted journalling during the week.

It is with sadness that we announce the passing of Tonny Petersen, surrounded by family, at South Health Campus after years of illness and recent pneumonia.

A Memorial Service will be held at McDougall United Church (8516 Athabasca Street SE, Calgary, AB) on Friday, June 14, 2024, at 2:00 p.m. with Rev. Bill Weaver officiating.

Visit Tonny’s Candle Memorial here to learn more.

A safe space for your hurting heart to treat itself gently, and find hope for the future

This group is intended for anyone who has experienced a significant death in their life.

Everyone grieves in different ways. All your thoughts and feelings are valid and have worth. In supporting one another, we can open ourselves up to a future that offers hope for healing.

If you are grieving a loss, and are looking for a safe and supportive community, there is space for you in the circle. You are never alone, and are always held by grace.  

 Join us weekly on Tuesdays at 6 pm starting April 2 through until June 18. In order to ensure everyone is cared for in their particular situation, a brief, confidential intake survey of all participants is completed prior to the first meeting, in order to identify any specific needs or concerns that require attention. Space is limited. No new registrations will be added once the group has commenced.

Please contact Rev. Bill Weaver at ogdenminister@shaw.ca to register. 

This Group will support your grieving by:

· introducing you to others who have had similar experiences, thoughts, and feelings.

· countering the sense of isolation and loneliness that many grieving people experience in our culture that avoids mourning.

· providing emotional, physical, and spiritual support in a safe, nonjudgmental environment.

· allowing you to explore your many thoughts and feelings about grief in a way that helps you be compassionate and kind to yourself.

· encouraging you to receive—and to give—mutual support, grace, and understanding to yourself and to others.

· offering opportunities to learn new ways of approaching problems.

· showing you that you can trust, bond, and nurture both old and new connections with people in a world that often feels like it doesn’t care.

· providing a supportive environment that can reawaken your sense of abundant, whole-hearted living, and give you hope for healing.

You can expect to:

Meet with the same group of people for the entire group duration.

Learn about key principles of the journey through grief.

Engage in open group discussion for mutual support.

Receive all resources and supplies required at no cost to you.

You are asked to:

Show up, prepared to join us in the circle.

Engage in the group discussion as much or as little as you feel comfortable.

Be open to reading selected educational resources—approximately 20-25 pages weekly—in preparation for group discussions.

Be willing to engage in prompted journalling during the week.

A safe space for your hurting heart to treat itself gently, and find hope for the future

This group is intended for anyone who has experienced a significant death in their life.

Everyone grieves in different ways. All your thoughts and feelings are valid and have worth. In supporting one another, we can open ourselves up to a future that offers hope for healing.

If you are grieving a loss, and are looking for a safe and supportive community, there is space for you in the circle. You are never alone, and are always held by grace.  

 Join us weekly on Tuesdays at 6 pm starting April 2 through until June 18. In order to ensure everyone is cared for in their particular situation, a brief, confidential intake survey of all participants is completed prior to the first meeting, in order to identify any specific needs or concerns that require attention. Space is limited. No new registrations will be added once the group has commenced.

Please contact Rev. Bill Weaver at ogdenminister@shaw.ca to register. 

This Group will support your grieving by:

· introducing you to others who have had similar experiences, thoughts, and feelings.

· countering the sense of isolation and loneliness that many grieving people experience in our culture that avoids mourning.

· providing emotional, physical, and spiritual support in a safe, nonjudgmental environment.

· allowing you to explore your many thoughts and feelings about grief in a way that helps you be compassionate and kind to yourself.

· encouraging you to receive—and to give—mutual support, grace, and understanding to yourself and to others.

· offering opportunities to learn new ways of approaching problems.

· showing you that you can trust, bond, and nurture both old and new connections with people in a world that often feels like it doesn’t care.

· providing a supportive environment that can reawaken your sense of abundant, whole-hearted living, and give you hope for healing.

You can expect to:

Meet with the same group of people for the entire group duration.

Learn about key principles of the journey through grief.

Engage in open group discussion for mutual support.

Receive all resources and supplies required at no cost to you.

You are asked to:

Show up, prepared to join us in the circle.

Engage in the group discussion as much or as little as you feel comfortable.

Be open to reading selected educational resources—approximately 20-25 pages weekly—in preparation for group discussions.

Be willing to engage in prompted journalling during the week.

A safe space for your hurting heart to treat itself gently, and find hope for the future

This group is intended for anyone who has experienced a significant death in their life.

Everyone grieves in different ways. All your thoughts and feelings are valid and have worth. In supporting one another, we can open ourselves up to a future that offers hope for healing.

If you are grieving a loss, and are looking for a safe and supportive community, there is space for you in the circle. You are never alone, and are always held by grace.  

 Join us weekly on Tuesdays at 6 pm starting April 2 through until June 18. In order to ensure everyone is cared for in their particular situation, a brief, confidential intake survey of all participants is completed prior to the first meeting, in order to identify any specific needs or concerns that require attention. Space is limited. No new registrations will be added once the group has commenced.

Please contact Rev. Bill Weaver at ogdenminister@shaw.ca to register. 

This Group will support your grieving by:

· introducing you to others who have had similar experiences, thoughts, and feelings.

· countering the sense of isolation and loneliness that many grieving people experience in our culture that avoids mourning.

· providing emotional, physical, and spiritual support in a safe, nonjudgmental environment.

· allowing you to explore your many thoughts and feelings about grief in a way that helps you be compassionate and kind to yourself.

· encouraging you to receive—and to give—mutual support, grace, and understanding to yourself and to others.

· offering opportunities to learn new ways of approaching problems.

· showing you that you can trust, bond, and nurture both old and new connections with people in a world that often feels like it doesn’t care.

· providing a supportive environment that can reawaken your sense of abundant, whole-hearted living, and give you hope for healing.

You can expect to:

Meet with the same group of people for the entire group duration.

Learn about key principles of the journey through grief.

Engage in open group discussion for mutual support.

Receive all resources and supplies required at no cost to you.

You are asked to:

Show up, prepared to join us in the circle.

Engage in the group discussion as much or as little as you feel comfortable.

Be open to reading selected educational resources—approximately 20-25 pages weekly—in preparation for group discussions.

Be willing to engage in prompted journalling during the week.

A safe space for your hurting heart to treat itself gently, and find hope for the future

This group is intended for anyone who has experienced a significant death in their life.

Everyone grieves in different ways. All your thoughts and feelings are valid and have worth. In supporting one another, we can open ourselves up to a future that offers hope for healing.

If you are grieving a loss, and are looking for a safe and supportive community, there is space for you in the circle. You are never alone, and are always held by grace.  

 Join us weekly on Tuesdays at 6 pm starting April 2 through until June 18. In order to ensure everyone is cared for in their particular situation, a brief, confidential intake survey of all participants is completed prior to the first meeting, in order to identify any specific needs or concerns that require attention. Space is limited. No new registrations will be added once the group has commenced.

Please contact Rev. Bill Weaver at ogdenminister@shaw.ca to register. 

This Group will support your grieving by:

· introducing you to others who have had similar experiences, thoughts, and feelings.

· countering the sense of isolation and loneliness that many grieving people experience in our culture that avoids mourning.

· providing emotional, physical, and spiritual support in a safe, nonjudgmental environment.

· allowing you to explore your many thoughts and feelings about grief in a way that helps you be compassionate and kind to yourself.

· encouraging you to receive—and to give—mutual support, grace, and understanding to yourself and to others.

· offering opportunities to learn new ways of approaching problems.

· showing you that you can trust, bond, and nurture both old and new connections with people in a world that often feels like it doesn’t care.

· providing a supportive environment that can reawaken your sense of abundant, whole-hearted living, and give you hope for healing.

You can expect to:

Meet with the same group of people for the entire group duration.

Learn about key principles of the journey through grief.

Engage in open group discussion for mutual support.

Receive all resources and supplies required at no cost to you.

You are asked to:

Show up, prepared to join us in the circle.

Engage in the group discussion as much or as little as you feel comfortable.

Be open to reading selected educational resources—approximately 20-25 pages weekly—in preparation for group discussions.

Be willing to engage in prompted journalling during the week.

You are invited to join Mary Megley’s family for an interment of ashes service on Friday, May 17 at 10 am, here at Mcdougall.  She died peacefully in Edmonton on Dec 9.  Refreshments to follow.

See Mary’s Candle Memorial here.

A safe space for your hurting heart to treat itself gently, and find hope for the future

This group is intended for anyone who has experienced a significant death in their life.

Everyone grieves in different ways. All your thoughts and feelings are valid and have worth. In supporting one another, we can open ourselves up to a future that offers hope for healing.

If you are grieving a loss, and are looking for a safe and supportive community, there is space for you in the circle. You are never alone, and are always held by grace.  

 Join us weekly on Tuesdays at 6 pm starting April 2 through until June 18. In order to ensure everyone is cared for in their particular situation, a brief, confidential intake survey of all participants is completed prior to the first meeting, in order to identify any specific needs or concerns that require attention. Space is limited. No new registrations will be added once the group has commenced.

Please contact Rev. Bill Weaver at ogdenminister@shaw.ca to register. 

This Group will support your grieving by:

· introducing you to others who have had similar experiences, thoughts, and feelings.

· countering the sense of isolation and loneliness that many grieving people experience in our culture that avoids mourning.

· providing emotional, physical, and spiritual support in a safe, nonjudgmental environment.

· allowing you to explore your many thoughts and feelings about grief in a way that helps you be compassionate and kind to yourself.

· encouraging you to receive—and to give—mutual support, grace, and understanding to yourself and to others.

· offering opportunities to learn new ways of approaching problems.

· showing you that you can trust, bond, and nurture both old and new connections with people in a world that often feels like it doesn’t care.

· providing a supportive environment that can reawaken your sense of abundant, whole-hearted living, and give you hope for healing.

You can expect to:

Meet with the same group of people for the entire group duration.

Learn about key principles of the journey through grief.

Engage in open group discussion for mutual support.

Receive all resources and supplies required at no cost to you.

You are asked to:

Show up, prepared to join us in the circle.

Engage in the group discussion as much or as little as you feel comfortable.

Be open to reading selected educational resources—approximately 20-25 pages weekly—in preparation for group discussions.

Be willing to engage in prompted journalling during the week.

A safe space for your hurting heart to treat itself gently, and find hope for the future

This group is intended for anyone who has experienced a significant death in their life.

Everyone grieves in different ways. All your thoughts and feelings are valid and have worth. In supporting one another, we can open ourselves up to a future that offers hope for healing.

If you are grieving a loss, and are looking for a safe and supportive community, there is space for you in the circle. You are never alone, and are always held by grace.  

 Join us weekly on Tuesdays at 6 pm starting April 2 through until June 18. In order to ensure everyone is cared for in their particular situation, a brief, confidential intake survey of all participants is completed prior to the first meeting, in order to identify any specific needs or concerns that require attention. Space is limited. No new registrations will be added once the group has commenced.

Please contact Rev. Bill Weaver at ogdenminister@shaw.ca to register. 

This Group will support your grieving by:

· introducing you to others who have had similar experiences, thoughts, and feelings.

· countering the sense of isolation and loneliness that many grieving people experience in our culture that avoids mourning.

· providing emotional, physical, and spiritual support in a safe, nonjudgmental environment.

· allowing you to explore your many thoughts and feelings about grief in a way that helps you be compassionate and kind to yourself.

· encouraging you to receive—and to give—mutual support, grace, and understanding to yourself and to others.

· offering opportunities to learn new ways of approaching problems.

· showing you that you can trust, bond, and nurture both old and new connections with people in a world that often feels like it doesn’t care.

· providing a supportive environment that can reawaken your sense of abundant, whole-hearted living, and give you hope for healing.

You can expect to:

Meet with the same group of people for the entire group duration.

Learn about key principles of the journey through grief.

Engage in open group discussion for mutual support.

Receive all resources and supplies required at no cost to you.

You are asked to:

Show up, prepared to join us in the circle.

Engage in the group discussion as much or as little as you feel comfortable.

Be open to reading selected educational resources—approximately 20-25 pages weekly—in preparation for group discussions.

Be willing to engage in prompted journalling during the week.

A safe space for your hurting heart to treat itself gently, and find hope for the future

This group is intended for anyone who has experienced a significant death in their life.

Everyone grieves in different ways. All your thoughts and feelings are valid and have worth. In supporting one another, we can open ourselves up to a future that offers hope for healing.

If you are grieving a loss, and are looking for a safe and supportive community, there is space for you in the circle. You are never alone, and are always held by grace.  

 Join us weekly on Tuesdays at 6 pm starting April 2 through until June 18. In order to ensure everyone is cared for in their particular situation, a brief, confidential intake survey of all participants is completed prior to the first meeting, in order to identify any specific needs or concerns that require attention. Space is limited. No new registrations will be added once the group has commenced.

Please contact Rev. Bill Weaver at ogdenminister@shaw.ca to register. 

This Group will support your grieving by:

· introducing you to others who have had similar experiences, thoughts, and feelings.

· countering the sense of isolation and loneliness that many grieving people experience in our culture that avoids mourning.

· providing emotional, physical, and spiritual support in a safe, nonjudgmental environment.

· allowing you to explore your many thoughts and feelings about grief in a way that helps you be compassionate and kind to yourself.

· encouraging you to receive—and to give—mutual support, grace, and understanding to yourself and to others.

· offering opportunities to learn new ways of approaching problems.

· showing you that you can trust, bond, and nurture both old and new connections with people in a world that often feels like it doesn’t care.

· providing a supportive environment that can reawaken your sense of abundant, whole-hearted living, and give you hope for healing.

You can expect to:

Meet with the same group of people for the entire group duration.

Learn about key principles of the journey through grief.

Engage in open group discussion for mutual support.

Receive all resources and supplies required at no cost to you.

You are asked to:

Show up, prepared to join us in the circle.

Engage in the group discussion as much or as little as you feel comfortable.

Be open to reading selected educational resources—approximately 20-25 pages weekly—in preparation for group discussions.

Be willing to engage in prompted journalling during the week.