Are you in Saskatoon and looking for an
expansive community?
Welcome to SSUC Saskatoon (previously known as Meewasin Valley United).
This expansive space of spirituality was established as a satellite partner of SSUC Edmonton in July 2018. We gather regularly to participate in meaningful conversations, discuss topics of interest (book studies, etc.), and build community with SSUC Edmonton.
Join us for our monthly Sunday gatherings where we connect with each other in person here in Saskatoon and with SSUC in Edmonton via live stream, and share in being a supportive community.
In-Person gatherings:
We gather at a member’s home on the third Sunday of the month, starting at 10:00am – 1:00pm local time – check the calendar for dates. We visit for a while, and participate online with SSUC in Edmonton, then share a meal together while we discuss the themes and ideas of the Spiritual Gathering. If you wish to know the address of the next location for our Gathering or more information about our community, please contact Trisha at ssucsaskatoon@gmail.com. Online: Watch LIVE with our Edmonton and Saskatoon communities.
SSUC Saskatoon has an active prayer chain of about 4 members who hold people and intentions in their hearts daily. All concerns can be sent to trisha.a.little@gmail.com.
Further details on events can be accessed through our SSUC Saskatoon Facebook page or our Calendar. SSUC Saskatoon photos: recent and archival, click here. For more information, please contact ssucsaskatoon@gmail.com or info@ssucedmonton.com.
Curious about what’s happening at SSUC Saskatoon?
May 26 Sacred Circle Dance 9:30-11:00am: This is a trial session. The dances are simple and repetitive to a variety of genres of music. As the name suggests, they are danced in a circle, so no partner is required… we will all be dancing together. Contact Trisha for more information.
May 27 Chop ‘n Chat: Thanks to Trisha and Kate who helped prepare and serve lunch to 53 members of the inner city community.
May 30 Thrifty Treasure Market at SSUC Edmonton: Trisha and Dave will be helping out with the Market. If any SSUC SK members have items that would be suitable to sell there, please contact Trisha for pick up.
Radical Trust by Evelyn Forget and Owczar Book Study in June: Radical Trust: Basic Income for Complicated Lives explores the notion that a basic income is a compassionate and dignified response to poverty and income inequality in Canada. By approaching the subject of basic income through the voices of the unhoused, disabled, formerly incarcerated, and other marginalized people, Radical Trust makes a unique and convincing case for an economic policy that represents a huge step toward decent and dignified living for all. Continue the conversation this June with a four week book study on Radical Trust: Basic Income for Complicated Lives hosted by Pacific Mountain region GLI working group.
Jun 4 Station 20 West meetings and PEI info session: BIG Advocacy subgroup meeting at 11:30am; Lunch and Learn 12:15-1:15 – a zoom presentation by PEI BIG representatives on the process of developing the 2023 PEI BIG proposal; SPRP BIG Action Team meeting at 1:30pm. Note: we will be signing letters and stuffing envelopes to Senators at some point in the meeting.
Jun 20 Pride Family Picnic in recognition of PRIDE, diverse families 12:00-2:00pm: To be held on the grounds of St Mary’s Wellness Centre at 327 Ave N South. Plans are to have a bouncy castle for the little ones. The event is partially funded by PFLAG and hosted by GPUC. Baked goods from SSUC (as part of SAM) would be appreciated. Please contact Trisha if you can donate some goodies.
Jun 28 “Pride Grows Here” Pride Parade 12:00pm: We will walk with Saskatoon Affirming Ministries. We will be mustering under the University bridge around 11:00am. Further instructions will be posted closer to the date.
Jun 28 Rainbow Bakery at the Gather Local Market (Old Farmer’s Market) 12:00-6:00pm: SAM will host the Rainbow Bakery again this year. Please consider helping out and/or baking for this highly successful part of the Pride Market. Contact Trisha if you can help and/or donate baked goodies (in compostable/recyclable containers, please)
There are a number of organizations that are close to our hearts. Here are links to recent newsletters and websites:
Northern Spirit Regional Council
United Action for Justice Facebook page
You can support our community efforts and gatherings by visiting ssucedmonton.com/donate or sending an e-transfer to info@ssucedmonton.com!
We also raise funds through the sale of grocery cards (Superstore, Safeway/Sobeys, Save-On) which can be purchased by contacting Trisha.
All funds support causes, staff and programs available to folks in both Saskatoon and Edmonton, including partner agencies and causes in Saskatoon.