BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Broad View United - ECPv6.18.2//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Broad View United X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://broadviewunited.com X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Broad View United REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Vancouver BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20250309T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20251102T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20260308T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:MST DTSTART:20261101T090000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260102T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260103T020000 DTSTAMP:20260901T125318Z CREATED:20260901T121919Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T125318Z UID:10000051-1767376800-1767405600@broadviewunited.com SUMMARY:Thrift Store Open DESCRIPTION: URL:https://broadviewunited.com/event/thrift-store-open/ LOCATION:BC CATEGORIES:BVU ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://broadviewunited.com/wp-content/uploads/events-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260103T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260103T230000 DTSTAMP:20260901T125317Z CREATED:20260901T121906Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T125317Z UID:10000047-1767470400-1767481200@broadviewunited.com SUMMARY:Refugee Welcome Event DESCRIPTION: URL:https://broadviewunited.com/event/refugee-welcome-event/ LOCATION:BC CATEGORIES:BVU ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://broadviewunited.com/wp-content/uploads/events-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260106T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260106T103000 DTSTAMP:20260901T130315Z CREATED:20260901T122305Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T130315Z UID:10000202-1767691800-1767695400@broadviewunited.com SUMMARY:Tai Chi Chih DESCRIPTION:Tai Chi will resume on Tuesday\, January 6th at 9:30 in the Commons. All are welcome. There is no charge or special dress for the class. For more information contact Eileen Campbell at eileen.c.campbell@outlook.com \nJoin with Google Meet: https://meet.google.com/gaj-vfug-nhf \nLearn more about Meet at: https://support.google.com/a/users/answer/9282720 URL:https://broadviewunited.com/event/tai-chi-chih/ LOCATION:BC CATEGORIES:BVU ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://broadviewunited.com/wp-content/uploads/events-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260106T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260106T140000 DTSTAMP:20260901T125646Z CREATED:20260901T122249Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T125646Z UID:10000186-1767697200-1767708000@broadviewunited.com SUMMARY:UCW DESCRIPTION:Happy New Year and best wishes for 2026! The first UCW meeting is on January 6 at 11 am in the Narthex\, featuring Liane Clark discussing the Knitters Group’s yarn sources and their contributions. Bring a bag lunch; tea\, coffee\, and treats will be provided. Transition House staff appreciated our donation of hygiene items. Thanks to those who supported the sale of Canadian Church 2026 calendars\, which are still available for $10 at the Office. We hope to see everyone at our January service! URL:https://broadviewunited.com/event/ucw-5/ LOCATION:BC CATEGORIES:BVU ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://broadviewunited.com/wp-content/uploads/events-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260107T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260107T113000 DTSTAMP:20260901T130315Z CREATED:20260901T122006Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T130315Z UID:10000089-1767780000-1767785400@broadviewunited.com SUMMARY:BVU Meditation and Contemplative Practices Group DESCRIPTION:Join with Google Meet: https://meet.google.com/bpg-gppz-irx \nLearn more about Meet at: https://support.google.com/a/users/answer/9282720 URL:https://broadviewunited.com/event/bvu-meditation-and-contemplative-practices-group/ LOCATION:BC CATEGORIES:BVU ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://broadviewunited.com/wp-content/uploads/events-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260108T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260108T093000 DTSTAMP:20260901T125432Z CREATED:20260901T122035Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T125432Z UID:10000102-1767861000-1767864600@broadviewunited.com SUMMARY:Lectio DESCRIPTION:Lectio is a meditative spiritual practice involving the repeated reading of a passage (scripture\, poem\, etc.) aloud three times. Participants first identify a word or phrase that resonates with them\, focusing on personal attention rather than the overall meaning. After sharing feelings or visions related to their chosen word\, they reflect on the week’s invitation it evokes. All are welcome to participate. If you are interested in joining\, contact Eileen Campbell at eileen.c.campbell@outlook.com URL:https://broadviewunited.com/event/lectio-2/ LOCATION:BC CATEGORIES:BVU ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://broadviewunited.com/wp-content/uploads/events-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260108T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260108T203000 DTSTAMP:20260901T130315Z CREATED:20260901T122006Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T130315Z UID:10000087-1767898800-1767904200@broadviewunited.com SUMMARY:BVU Community Choir DESCRIPTION:The Broad View Community Choir is a 90-voice non-auditioned mixed-voice choir open to all. The choir is sponsored and managed by Broad View United Church\, which recognizes that community singing is a spiritual practice unto itself\, and that singing together creates joy\, fun\, connection\, and improves physical and mental health. We sing a variety of music: swing standards from the 40’s\, classic pop\, folk\, and R&B from the 60s and 70’s\, gospel\, folk and world music. \n \nThe choir is led by popular choir director Brian Tate and is accompanied by jazz pianist Ashley Wey. We offer a fall and spring concert accompanied by a combo of piano\, bass\, and drums. Although sheet music is provided\, music-reading ability is not necessary as there are practice tracks provided for all parts and the music is easy to learn. You are welcome to come and try us out before making a commitment. \nJoin with Google Meet: https://meet.google.com/egj-frme-quh \nLearn more about Meet at: https://support.google.com/a/users/answer/9282720 URL:https://broadviewunited.com/event/bvu-community-choir/ LOCATION:BC CATEGORIES:BVU ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://broadviewunited.com/wp-content/uploads/events-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260108T213000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260108T230000 DTSTAMP:20260901T125317Z CREATED:20260901T121906Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T125317Z UID:10000046-1767907800-1767913200@broadviewunited.com SUMMARY:Drop-In Grief Group DESCRIPTION: URL:https://broadviewunited.com/event/drop-in-grief-group-5/ LOCATION:BC CATEGORIES:BVU ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://broadviewunited.com/wp-content/uploads/events-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260109T220000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260109T230000 DTSTAMP:20260901T125246Z CREATED:20260901T121849Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T125246Z UID:10000032-1767996000-1767999600@broadviewunited.com SUMMARY:Celebration of Life for Maria Lee DESCRIPTION:Join with Google Meet: https://meet.google.com/hcz-gczb-gqf \nLearn more about Meet at: https://support.google.com/a/users/answer/9282720 URL:https://broadviewunited.com/event/celebration-of-life-for-maria-lee/ LOCATION:BC CATEGORIES:BVU ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://broadviewunited.com/wp-content/uploads/events-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260109T230000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260110T000000 DTSTAMP:20260901T125231Z CREATED:20260901T121833Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T125231Z UID:10000016-1767999600-1768003200@broadviewunited.com SUMMARY:Reception for Maria Lee's Celebration of Life DESCRIPTION:Join with Google Meet: https://meet.google.com/rux-hsvy-kdu \nLearn more about Meet at: https://support.google.com/a/users/answer/9282720 URL:https://broadviewunited.com/event/reception-for-maria-lees-celebration-of-life/ LOCATION:BC CATEGORIES:BVU ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://broadviewunited.com/wp-content/uploads/events-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260112T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260112T150000 DTSTAMP:20260901T130315Z CREATED:20260901T122035Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T130315Z UID:10000107-1768222800-1768230000@broadviewunited.com SUMMARY:Healing Pathway Ministry DESCRIPTION:Sessions begin on Monday\, September 8th at 7:pm in the Chapel at Broad View United Church. We have booked the room for Mondays from 1:00 to 3:00 in the afternoons and 7:00 to 8:30 in the one evening session which is the first Monday of the month (except for the first one). The schedule for September is Monday\, September 8th at 7:00\, Monday\, September 15th at 1:00\, Monday\, September 22nd at 1:00 and Monday\, September 29th at 1:00. People who are interested in joining the group should have taken the first Phase of Healing Pathways or are planning to take the course\, in the near future. If you want to book a treatment or would like more information. contact Eileen Campbell: eileen.c.campbell@outlook.com \nJoin with Google Meet: https://meet.google.com/htm-oaqf-hat \nLearn more about Meet at: https://support.google.com/a/users/answer/9282720 URL:https://broadviewunited.com/event/healing-pathway-ministry-2/ LOCATION:BC CATEGORIES:BVU ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://broadviewunited.com/wp-content/uploads/events-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260118T121500 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260118T134500 DTSTAMP:20260901T125502Z CREATED:20260901T122051Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T125502Z UID:10000117-1768738500-1768743900@broadviewunited.com SUMMARY:Young Adults Sunday Lunch & BYOB DESCRIPTION:Young adults at BVU are deeply valued and full of potential. BVU seeks to support and walk alongside young adults in their God-given agency\, gifts\, voices\, talents\, and stories.  \nJoin with other young adults from BVU for a time of conversation and faith exploration. Lunch is provided after the ConXion service\, with opportunities to connect and get to know other young adults aged 18–30. Our gatherings include a check-in and a “question of the day\,” followed by conversations that naturally grow from there. \n \nOn the third Sunday of each month\, we engage directly with the Bible. It doesn’t have to be overly serious—just authentic. (BYO-Bible on third Sundays!) \n \nIn addition to these lunches\, a variety of other young adult events happen throughout the year on occasional Friday evenings. Sign up for the young adult contact list to receive updates as they come. \nJoin with Google Meet: https://meet.google.com/ewz-tooi-agu \nLearn more about Meet at: https://support.google.com/a/users/answer/9282720 URL:https://broadviewunited.com/event/young-adults-sunday-lunch-byob/ LOCATION:BC CATEGORIES:BVU ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://broadviewunited.com/wp-content/uploads/events-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260120T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260120T170000 DTSTAMP:20260901T125347Z CREATED:20260901T121950Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T125347Z UID:10000073-1768924800-1768928400@broadviewunited.com SUMMARY:Children's Drum Circle DESCRIPTION:Children 6-12yrs are invited to join our Children’s Drum Circle. This is a free percussion ensemble for children to come as they are and to experience an inclusive musical space where we will drum\, sing\, and play a variety of percussion instruments. Drum Circle time will be 45 minutes with a 15 minute snack and community building time beforehand. Five sessions of approximately 6 weeks from November to June will be offered. The group will share their music during worship a few times during the year. \nCheryl Dennett\, our resident drummer\, is a specialist in leading children of all ages. Check out Cheryl’s website for more information about her experience and approach to music education. www.cherylmusic.ca URL:https://broadviewunited.com/event/childrens-drum-circle/ LOCATION:BC CATEGORIES:BVU ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://broadviewunited.com/wp-content/uploads/events-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260121T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260121T113000 DTSTAMP:20260901T125546Z CREATED:20260901T122135Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T125546Z UID:10000142-1768989600-1768995000@broadviewunited.com SUMMARY:BVU Meditation and Contemplative Practices Group DESCRIPTION: URL:https://broadviewunited.com/event/bvu-meditation-and-contemplative-practices-group-3/ LOCATION:BC CATEGORIES:BVU ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://broadviewunited.com/wp-content/uploads/events-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260121T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260121T193000 DTSTAMP:20260901T125602Z CREATED:20260901T122150Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T125602Z UID:10000156-1769016600-1769023800@broadviewunited.com SUMMARY:SAFER Trans Family Dinner DESCRIPTION:An opportunity for families with 2S/Trans/Non-Binary family members to join us for dinner in a warm and welcoming space. Whether you’re a parent\, child\, youth or individual looking to connect\, we invite families of all kinds – biological\, chosen\, foster\, extended\, blended or otherwise – to come together in a supportive community. Registration is required but there is no cost. \nJoin with Google Meet: https://meet.google.com/vgk-wdtf-wwf \nLearn more about Meet at: https://support.google.com/a/users/answer/9282720 URL:https://broadviewunited.com/event/safer-trans-family-dinner-2/ LOCATION:BC CATEGORIES:BVU ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://broadviewunited.com/wp-content/uploads/events-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260121T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260122T070000 DTSTAMP:20260901T125517Z CREATED:20260901T122106Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T125517Z UID:10000127-1769025600-1769065200@broadviewunited.com SUMMARY:Extreme Weather Response Shelter Open DESCRIPTION:Join with Google Meet: https://meet.google.com/jno-rney-hbe \nLearn more about Meet at: https://support.google.com/a/users/answer/9282720 URL:https://broadviewunited.com/event/extreme-weather-response-shelter-open/ LOCATION:BC CATEGORIES:BVU ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://broadviewunited.com/wp-content/uploads/events-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260122T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260122T190000 DTSTAMP:20260901T125533Z CREATED:20260901T122135Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T125533Z UID:10000139-1769101200-1769108400@broadviewunited.com SUMMARY:Affirm Monthly Conversations DESCRIPTION:There are no fixed roles—no set team members\, chair\, or staff. Whoever you are—Two Spirit\, LGBTQIA+\, queer or trans youth\, young adult\, Millennial\, Baby Boomer\, or Elder—you are welcome. \n \nThis monthly meeting is a space where conversation and planning meet. Bring your ideas! \n \nWhether it’s the Pride Parade\, the Queer Film Festival\, the Transgender Day of Remembrance Vigil\, BVU’s ongoing Affirming ministry\, or new initiatives—you are invited. Anyone who brings their voice\, identity\, and story\, and who longs to create change\, even in small ways\, belongs here. Come whenever you feel called. Register to receive email updates about meeting locations or schedule changes. \nJoin with Google Meet: https://meet.google.com/tgy-zyrs-qwa \nLearn more about Meet at: https://support.google.com/a/users/answer/9282720 URL:https://broadviewunited.com/event/affirm-monthly-conversations/ LOCATION:BC CATEGORIES:BVU ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://broadviewunited.com/wp-content/uploads/events-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260123T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260123T203000 DTSTAMP:20260901T125447Z CREATED:20260901T122050Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T125447Z UID:10000111-1769193000-1769200200@broadviewunited.com SUMMARY:Junior Youth DESCRIPTION: URL:https://broadviewunited.com/event/junior-youth-3/ LOCATION:BC CATEGORIES:BVU ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://broadviewunited.com/wp-content/uploads/events-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260124T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260124T203000 DTSTAMP:20260901T125603Z CREATED:20260901T122205Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T125603Z UID:10000159-1769275800-1769286600@broadviewunited.com SUMMARY:Intercultural Saturday Social DESCRIPTION:Join with Google Meet: https://meet.google.com/kiy-bfnk-xmk \nLearn more about Meet at: https://support.google.com/a/users/answer/9282720 URL:https://broadviewunited.com/event/intercultural-saturday-social-3/ LOCATION:BC CATEGORIES:BVU ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://broadviewunited.com/wp-content/uploads/events-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260124T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260124T223000 DTSTAMP:20260901T125231Z CREATED:20260901T121833Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T125231Z UID:10000015-1769275800-1769293800@broadviewunited.com SUMMARY:2026 2SLGBTQ+ Retreat DESCRIPTION:Queer Spiritual Collective is an affirming ministry of Broad View United\, Lutheran Church of the Cross\, the Unitarian Universalist Community of Victoria\, and other spiritual leaders. It creates an ecumenical\, interfaith\, and intergenerational safe space for 2SLGBTQIA+ individuals and allies to explore faith and spirituality. Through retreats\, gatherings\, and shared practices\, the Collective offers calm\, connection\, and belonging. \n \nWe invite you to the Collective’s New Year’s Retreat on Sat\, Jan 24\, 10am–2pm (doors open 9:30am) at Lutheran Church of the Cross. Lunch provided. URL:https://broadviewunited.com/event/2026-2slgbtq-retreat/ LOCATION:BC CATEGORIES:BVU ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://broadviewunited.com/wp-content/uploads/events-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260125T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260125T210000 DTSTAMP:20260901T130315Z CREATED:20260901T122006Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T130315Z UID:10000086-1769365800-1769374800@broadviewunited.com SUMMARY:Apartheid-Free Feature Film: All That's Left of You DESCRIPTION:Join with Google Meet: https://meet.google.com/gzo-yaoq-mnz \nLearn more about Meet at: https://support.google.com/a/users/answer/9282720 URL:https://broadviewunited.com/event/apartheid-free-feature-film-all-thats-left-of-you/ LOCATION:BC CATEGORIES:BVU ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://broadviewunited.com/wp-content/uploads/events-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260131T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260131T190000 DTSTAMP:20260901T125226Z CREATED:20260901T121829Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T125226Z UID:10000014-1769878800-1769886000@broadviewunited.com SUMMARY:Healing Pathways Practice Session DESCRIPTION:Join with Google Meet: https://meet.google.com/gvm-pjbq-dec \nLearn more about Meet at: https://support.google.com/a/users/answer/9282720 URL:https://broadviewunited.com/event/healing-pathways-practice-session-4/ LOCATION:BC CATEGORIES:BVU ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://broadviewunited.com/wp-content/uploads/events-1.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR