Referendum Reflection Weekend
Pause, reflect, and discover how we can love our neighbours through uncertain times.
With Alberta’s referendum approaching on Monday, October 19, we know this can be a stressful and uncertain time. Join the Hillhurst community for a weekend of music, meaningful conversation and connection as we make space to pause, reflect and listen to one another. Through music, poetry, shared stories and thoughtful discussion, we’ll explore how we can care for our neighbours, stay grounded in our values and move forward together with compassion and understanding. Everyone is welcome.
Story & Song Coffeehouse
Friday, October 16 | 7–8:30 p.m.Story and Song Coffeehouse
Begin the weekend with an evening of music and poetry. A chance to pause, breathe, celebrate, and ground ourselves in togetherness as we enter an important moment in Alberta’s public life. You won't want to miss this opportunity for connection!
Love Thy Neighbour with Rev. Travis Norvell
Saturday, October 17 | 9 a.m.–12 p.m.
Love Thy Neighbour
Join Rev. G. Travis Norvell of Judson Memorial Baptist Church in Minneapolis for a morning exploring how communities in Minneapolis responded to crisis by reaching out to their neighbours and beyond.
Our community has been connected with Travis and his congregation through their response to Major ICE raids in Minneapolis, offering a powerful example of neighbours supporting one another during difficult times.
Sunday, October 18 | 10 a.m.
Love Thy Neighbour and Beyond
Rev. Travis Norvell and John Pentland will reflect on the lessons from Minneapolis and consider how we might make love of neighbour real in our own time.
About Rev. G. Travis Norvell
Rev. G. Travis Norvell serves as Pastor of Judson Memorial Baptist Church in Minneapolis, Minnesota, and as an adjunct faculty member at United Theological Seminary of the Twin Cities. An American Baptist pastor for 26 years, he has served congregations in both small-town and urban ministry contexts.
Travis is deeply committed to the social gospel in the local church and its power to connect social justice with congregational renewal. He earned his Master of Divinity from Colgate Rochester Crozer in 2000 and was the first recipient of the school’s Peace, Service and Justice Alumni/ae Award in 2023. In 2024, he received the Judson Press Ministry Award.