We live in a moment in history where everything is always clamouring for all of our attention, the urgent and important often getting conflated and confused. What if we took time this December to make room for Love?

December 1: Hope

December 8: Peace

December 15: Joy

December 22: Love

Weekly services: Sundays at 4 pm (they can be accessed online HERE - Zoom ID 810 1877 0234).

Our services are like church…but weird. Following monthly themes, we come together for about an hour for prayer, music, readings, reflection, and a time of discussion. There are no requirements or barriers to participating in Weird Church and all are truly welcome regardless of race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status etc.

Children and Youth are celebrated and welcomed (with all the wiggles and noise and love they bring along with them) - programming will be available for those who would prefer thematic learning targeted toward a younger age range (roughly 6-12 but all are welcome).

Let’s wrap the presents under the Wishing Tree!  Come at noon for music, hot chocolate and good cheer as we get items ready to deliver to CVTS residents in time for Christmas

Join us for the Villagers’ Winter Solstice on Saturday December 21st. This free event welcomes all to #6 park to celebrate the sacred mystery and beauty of the still point of the year, the joy of community, and the return of the sun, which is celebrated by cultures across the Northern Hemisphere on this day.

The event is co-created by multiple organizations, creatives and volunteers from Cumberland and beyond!

Costumes welcome! This is a participatory celebration.
Bring a hand held lantern for the forest walk (headlamps are blinding). Bring good shoes for the forest (Big Log can be slippery)

4:00- 4:15 - Fire Lighting with Fianna
4:15-5:00 - Lighting of candles, word, music, theatrics
5:00 - 5:30 - Sparkly forest walk, music and fire performance
5:30 - head off into the night

*Please join us later that eve for a *ticketed event* at 7:30 pm (doors open at 7) at Weird Church. This Solstice Cèilidh features music, stories, choirs, and youth theatre from: the Valley Edge Choir, Forest Stories Theatre, Kim Bannerman, Siarimis, Joanna Finch, Senyue and others . Ticket will be available at the door

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What does Sacred mean? It means worthy of veneration, reverence and respect. Many individuals, families and cultures believe that we are part of nature, nature is sacred and that the natural cycles of birth, growth and death observed and experienced in the world can be a powerful point of connection for community.

The winter solstice offers us the chance to connect with the dark in nature, to whisper "see you soon" to new life and new hope, and share light with our friends and neighbours.

All levels welcome to this 30 minute mid-day guided meditation practice.  No registration required for this drop-in, by donation offering. 

We live in a moment in history where everything is always clamouring for all of our attention, the urgent and important often getting conflated and confused. What if we took time this December to make room for Love?

December 1: Hope

December 8: Peace

December 15: Joy

December 22: Love

Weekly services: Sundays at 4 pm (they can be accessed online HERE - Zoom ID 810 1877 0234).

Our services are like church…but weird. Following monthly themes, we come together for about an hour for prayer, music, readings, reflection, and a time of discussion. There are no requirements or barriers to participating in Weird Church and all are truly welcome regardless of race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status etc.

Children and Youth are celebrated and welcomed (with all the wiggles and noise and love they bring along with them) - programming will be available for those who would prefer thematic learning targeted toward a younger age range (roughly 6-12 but all are welcome).

How do we live through the holidays at this time of polycrisis?  The juxtaposition of celebration and cheer with genocide, climate disaster, housing crisis and the cost of living is so difficult.  Come and just be with others who are struggling with processing grief. 

The church will be open for folks to drop in between 7 & 830pm and sit, rest, light candles, visit stations, and simply be present with their grief.

Like all things Weird Church, there are no barriers to attending: you are welcome here no matter your race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, family structure.  Whether you have never set foot in a church before or you have have been attending since in the womb.

This week is a special week where Juniors and Seniors will come together for a Christmas Party!

All are always welcome at this gathering for youth in grades 6-12; this group is a safe 2SLGBTQIA+ space, welcoming youth from diverse backgrounds, family systems, religions, ethnicities, along the spectrum of neurodiversity and ability.

Got questions? Please email Ingrid (ingrid@weirdchurchcumberland.com) or text/call 250-218-7641

All levels welcome to this 30 minute mid-day guided meditation practice.  No registration required for this drop-in, by donation offering. 

We live in a moment in history where everything is always clamouring for all of our attention, the urgent and important often getting conflated and confused. What if we took time this December to make room for Love?

December 1: Hope

December 8: Peace

December 15: Joy

December 22: Love

Weekly services: Sundays at 4 pm (they can be accessed online HERE - Zoom ID 810 1877 0234).

Our services are like church…but weird. Following monthly themes, we come together for about an hour for prayer, music, readings, reflection, and a time of discussion. There are no requirements or barriers to participating in Weird Church and all are truly welcome regardless of race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status etc.

Children and Youth are celebrated and welcomed (with all the wiggles and noise and love they bring along with them) - programming will be available for those who would prefer thematic learning targeted toward a younger age range (roughly 6-12 but all are welcome).

Join us for a showing of The Muppets Christmas Carol!

The Muppets perform the classic Dickens holiday tale, with Kermit the Frog playing Bob Cratchit, the put-upon clerk of stingy Ebenezer Scrooge (Michael Caine). Other Muppets -- Miss Piggy, Gonzo, Fozzie Bear and Sam the Eagle -- weave in and out of the story, while Scrooge receives visits from spirits of three Christmases -- past, present and future. They show him the error of his self-serving ways, but the miserable old man seems to be past any hope of redemption and happiness.

Doors open at 6:30, entrance by donation (Bring cash for popcorn and snacks).

Movie starts at 7pm

Please reach out if you would like to volunteer!

We are cancelling this week of Youth Group to allow for shared space Nov 29 and Dec 13

Join us for a Christmas Party December 13!

All levels welcome to this 30 minute mid-day guided meditation practice.  No registration required for this drop-in, by donation offering. 

We live in a moment in history where everything is always clamouring for all of our attention, the urgent and important often getting conflated and confused. What if we took time this December to make room for Love?

December 1: Hope

December 8: Peace

December 15: Joy

December 22: Love

Weekly services: Sundays at 4 pm (they can be accessed online HERE - Zoom ID 810 1877 0234).

Our services are like church…but weird. Following monthly themes, we come together for about an hour for prayer, music, readings, reflection, and a time of discussion. There are no requirements or barriers to participating in Weird Church and all are truly welcome regardless of race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status etc.

Children and Youth are celebrated and welcomed (with all the wiggles and noise and love they bring along with them) - programming will be available for those who would prefer thematic learning targeted toward a younger age range (roughly 6-12 but all are welcome).

Join us for a night of music as we raise funds for Ibrahim Hassan, a father from Gaza facing challenging circumstances. Since his wife was relocated to Egypt after sustaining serious injuries, Ibrahim has been the sole provider for his mother, who has cancer, and his four young children. The funds will be used to sustain Ibrahim’s family, acquire medical funds for his mother and help his family reunite in Egypt.

$5 Minimum Donation

Become a Volunteer!

Fill out the form below to become a volunteer for the music fundraiser. Help with door/tickets, concession and setup/cleanup!

This week is a special week where Juniors and Seniors will come together for snacks, games, and to decorate the Wishing Tree!

All are always welcome at this gathering for youth in grades 6-12; this group is a safe 2SLGBTQIA+ space, welcoming youth from diverse backgrounds, family systems, religions, ethnicities, along the spectrum of neurodiversity and ability.

Got questions? Please email Ingrid (ingrid@weirdchurchcumberland.com) or text/call 250-218-7641

All levels welcome to this 30 minute mid-day guided meditation practice.  No registration required for this drop-in, by donation offering. 

Sunday service at 4pm, potluck at 5:30pm - everyone is welcome to join in on this community meal where all are welcome and everyone can belong and be fed.

All around us, individualistic, consumer capitalism is cracking and crumbling; it is not working.  But what if?  What if we could come together and dream about social systems built on Love, belonging and justice?  Dream with us this month!

3 November: An Alternative Plan: Intro

10 November: Love...Everyone?

17 November: What are we paying attention to?

24 November: Building the Dream Together

Weekly services: Sundays at 4 pm (they can be accessed online HERE - Zoom ID 810 1877 0234).

Our services are like church…but weird. Following monthly themes, we come together for about an hour for prayer, music, readings, reflection, and a time of discussion. There are no requirements or barriers to participating in Weird Church and all are truly welcome regardless of race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status etc.

Children and Youth are celebrated and welcomed (with all the wiggles and noise and love they bring along with them) - programming will be available for those who would prefer thematic learning targeted toward a younger age range (roughly 6-12 but all are welcome).

“Making Room for Love”

Join the communities of L'Arche and Weird Church for a day of grounding, community, wondering and creativity around the question, "how are we making room for love?". Weird Church and L'Arche are spiritual communities where folks of diverse abilities, backgrounds, expressions and experiences come together to grow together and deepen our walk with the Divine.

The day will include teaching, sharing and your own lunch, with time for community building, personal reflection, and growth.

Got questions? Please contact Rev. Ingrid ingrid@weirdchurchcumberland.com

To RSVP email office@larchecomoxvalley.org

Spiritual Explorers is a new way for youth to explore religious and spiritual traditions from across the world.  Meeting in a small group format for an hour and a half.  Led by Ingrid with special guests, this group is a safe 2SLGBTQIA+ space, welcoming youth from diverse backgrounds, family systems, religions, ethnicities, along the spectrum of neurodiversity and ability.

We will typically follow the format of check-in, learning together (including guests when applicable), trying different practices, and integrating our learning. Shifts in each group will be responsive to the makeup and needs of the individuals gathered.

please note: we trust that youth will know where they feel the most comfortable, the grade designations are a guideline rather than a hard and fast rule.

Click here for more info and to Register

Fall Schedule:

October 18: Junior (grades 6-9)

October 25: Senior (grades 9-12)

November 1: Junior

November 8: Senior

November 15: Junior

November 22: Senior

November 29: Junior

December 6: Senior

December 13: Celebration - Junior & Senior Groups together for games, snacks, and more.

All levels welcome to this 30 minute mid-day guided meditation practice.  No registration required for this drop-in, by donation offering. 

All around us, individualistic, consumer capitalism is cracking and crumbling; it is not working.  But what if?  What if we could come together and dream about social systems built on Love, belonging and justice?  Dream with us this month!

3 November: An Alternative Plan: Intro

10 November: Love...Everyone?

17 November: What are we paying attention to?

24 November: Building the Dream Together

Weekly services: Sundays at 4 pm (they can be accessed online HERE - Zoom ID 810 1877 0234).

Our services are like church…but weird. Following monthly themes, we come together for about an hour for prayer, music, readings, reflection, and a time of discussion. There are no requirements or barriers to participating in Weird Church and all are truly welcome regardless of race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status etc.

Children and Youth are celebrated and welcomed (with all the wiggles and noise and love they bring along with them) - programming will be available for those who would prefer thematic learning targeted toward a younger age range (roughly 6-12 but all are welcome).

Part walking meditation, part spiritual practice, full immersion in the forest.  Join us as we seek to find connection with the Divine while breathing in reciprocity with the trees.  Our journey will begin at the church and shift as we move towards and enter the forest. There will be times of guided breathing, space for prompted personal reflection and wondering, opportunities for letting go, and, of course, gratitude.

Together we will open ourselves to the wisdom of the woods and cultivate an awareness of gratitude.

Come with an attitude of experimentation, playfulness, and a readiness to connect. (weather appropriate attire is also very handy!). This experience does include some terrain that might be difficult for those with mobility issues. If you would like a recorded meditation, please contact Ingrid.

No preparation, no expectations, no pressure. All are welcome. 

Cost to participate: $0-$30 sliding scale to info@weirdchurchcumberland.com

Join west coast folk singer Luke Wallace for an evening concert at The Weird Church in Cumberland, BC / K'ómoks Territory. The event will be both an after party for a Youth Climate Conference happening in the valley, as well as a celebration of the launch of Luke's new album, The Dandelion Resistance.

Tickets $20 ($10 for attendees)
www.lukewallacemusic.com
Show starts a little after 7pm - finished by 10pm.

Spiritual Explorers is a new way for youth to explore religious and spiritual traditions from across the world.  Meeting in a small group format for an hour and a half.  Led by Ingrid with special guests, this group is a safe 2SLGBTQIA+ space, welcoming youth from diverse backgrounds, family systems, religions, ethnicities, along the spectrum of neurodiversity and ability.

We will typically follow the format of check-in, learning together (including guests when applicable), trying different practices, and integrating our learning. Shifts in each group will be responsive to the makeup and needs of the individuals gathered.

please note: we trust that youth will know where they feel the most comfortable, the grade designations are a guideline rather than a hard and fast rule.

Click here for more info and to Register

Fall Schedule:

October 18: Junior (grades 6-9)

October 25: Senior (grades 9-12)

November 1: Junior

November 8: Senior

November 15: Junior

November 22: Senior

November 29: Junior

December 6: Senior

December 13: Celebration - Junior & Senior Groups together for games, snacks, and more.

All levels welcome to this 30 minute mid-day guided meditation practice.  No registration required for this drop-in, by donation offering. 

All around us, individualistic, consumer capitalism is cracking and crumbling; it is not working.  But what if?  What if we could come together and dream about social systems built on Love, belonging and justice?  Dream with us this month!

3 November: An Alternative Plan: Intro

10 November: Love...Everyone?

17 November: What are we paying attention to?

24 November: Building the Dream Together

Weekly services: Sundays at 4 pm (they can be accessed online HERE - Zoom ID 810 1877 0234).

Our services are like church…but weird. Following monthly themes, we come together for about an hour for prayer, music, readings, reflection, and a time of discussion. There are no requirements or barriers to participating in Weird Church and all are truly welcome regardless of race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status etc.

Children and Youth are celebrated and welcomed (with all the wiggles and noise and love they bring along with them) - programming will be available for those who would prefer thematic learning targeted toward a younger age range (roughly 6-12 but all are welcome).

Weird Church and Cumberland Rotary are teaming up once again for a food drive to stock up the Food Shed for the Winter.  Bring your donations of non-perishable food items and toiletries to the church and stay to lend a hand sorting and stocking the shelves.

Please reach out if you would like to volunteer!

Spiritual Explorers is a new way for youth to explore religious and spiritual traditions from across the world.  Meeting in a small group format for an hour and a half.  Led by Ingrid with special guests, this group is a safe 2SLGBTQIA+ space, welcoming youth from diverse backgrounds, family systems, religions, ethnicities, along the spectrum of neurodiversity and ability.

We will typically follow the format of check-in, learning together (including guests when applicable), trying different practices, and integrating our learning. Shifts in each group will be responsive to the makeup and needs of the individuals gathered.

please note: we trust that youth will know where they feel the most comfortable, the grade designations are a guideline rather than a hard and fast rule.

Click here for more info and to Register

Fall Schedule:

October 18: Junior (grades 6-9)

October 25: Senior (grades 9-12)

November 1: Junior

November 8: Senior

November 15: Junior

November 22: Senior

November 29: Junior

December 6: Senior

December 13: Celebration - Junior & Senior Groups together for games, snacks, and more.

All levels welcome to this 30 minute mid-day guided meditation practice.  No registration required for this drop-in, by donation offering.