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 7 Station 20 West: Advocacy (formerly PEI) BIG subgroup meeting at 11:30am; 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.
May 13 Lorraine and Chris in town: Potluck at Trisha’s at 5:30pm
May 14 Moose Hide Campaign Saskatoon Event 10:00am: Kiosk with Speakers and a Walk starting at Saskatoon Tribal Council 1514 20th St. West bringing to light the disproportionate number of women who are victims and the importance of engaging men and boys in addressing this issue.
May 14 Moose Hide Campaign Day: Join Canadians in ceremony and solidarity on Moose Hide Campaign Day with the goal of ending gender-based violence. Together, we are making a change! SSUC SK is registered to join in virtually on this day of ceremony, workshops, fasting (if desired). Contact Trisha for registration info if you wish to take part. Go to this link for further details and to register.
May 16 Palestine Land Exercise Grace Westminster UC 1:00-4:00pm: This is an experiential learning tool based on the KAIROS blanket exercise in which participants take on the role of Palestinians from the late 19th century to the present day, after which they are given the opportunity to reflect on and discuss the experience. Please register here.
May 19 B.I.G. Webinar 12:00-1:00pm: Join us for a conversation about Basic Income Guarantee (BIG). This webinar will provide you with an introduction to basic income and its social return on investment, and examine it as a solution for stronger, healthier communities. You’ll hear updates on current advocacy efforts, including the progress of the Saskatoon Poverty Reduction Partnership’s BIG Action Team and the national movement, and learn how you can get involved. You will hear from those with lived experience about how their lives changed because of receiving supports similar to BIG. Together, we’ll explore what meaningful income security could look like in practice and how it could make a difference in Saskatchewan. Following this, there will be an option to stay for 15 min for further discussion. Register Here.
May 30 Thrifty Treasure Market at SSUC Edmonton: Trisha and Dave will most likely be helping out with the Market. If any SSUC SK have items that would be suitable to sell there, please contact Trisha for pick up.
Jun 28 “Pride Grows Here” Pride Parade 12:00pm: We will walk with Saskatoon Affirming Ministries. Further instructions will be posted closer to the date.
Jun 28 Rainbow Bakery 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, located at the Gather Local Market (Old Farmer’s Market).
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.