Sunday November 30th – Join us for a joyful gathering. Topic: The Gift Economy

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When:
November 30, 2025 @ 10:00 am – 11:00 am
2025-11-30T10:00:00-08:00
2025-11-30T11:00:00-08:00
Where:
Norway House
1110 Hillside Ave.
Victoria, BC
V8T 2A7
Cost:
Free
Contact:
Capital UU Congregation
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Sunday November 30th – Join us for a joyful gathering. Topic: The Gift Economy @ Norway House

In her book, The Serviceberry, Abundance and Reciprocity in the Natural World, Robin Wall Kimmerer teaches us about the gift economy, which is intrinsic to many Indigenous cultures. What can we learn from this model – how might it help us better care for one another and this earth we share? Is it possible to do in today’s North American capitalist society?

 

As a mini-exercise, an embodied way of practising the principle, you are invited to bring ONE item you already have to give away in a gift exchange.  Please bring ONE thing from your home which you have appreciated and are now happy to pass on to someone else. 

  • This is not a way to get rid of unwanted stuff; it’s not a garage sale. Look for something you really like, something still in good condition. Something you think someone else might be excited to receive.
  • Please bring only ONE thing.
  • We will collect your gifts before the service, and you can choose a gift to take home with you after the service.
  • Rev. Melora will give anything not chosen by a Capital member to WIN (Women in Need).

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