Our City Network

Stories Shared, Conversations Continued

On Thursday night, a group of us gathered at Sought & Found for the first-ever OurCity Calgary Storytelling Night. Over coffee and beers, we shared stories of what it looks like to be faithfully present in different corners of our city—whether in living rooms, local businesses, supported living facilities, or spaces of deep cultural and spiritual significance.

The stories that surfaced were raw, honest, and deeply rooted in place. We heard about neighbours coming together in Bowness for prayer, a long-standing presence of faith in Inglewood and Ramsay, and what it means to build relationships in Forest Lawn beyond assumptions and agendas. We listened to how a shared meal—whether bread baked in a tandoor or a simple home-cooked dinner—can become a sacred act of belonging. And we sat with the weight and beauty of walking alongside those carrying unseen burdens, from refugee families to those facing institutional roadblocks to faith expression.

Even as the evening officially wrapped, the conversations didn’t stop. People lingered, continuing to process what they had heard, making connections, and dreaming about what might be next. There was a tangible hunger for more—more space to gather, more stories to be shared, more ways to feel truly seen, safe, and heard.

This was just the beginning. If Thursday night was any indication, there’s a deep well of possibility in coming together like this. And we’re just getting started.

See you at the next one!

No glorious posts about our speakers or photos of the crowd size to end today.

No, today, we end with a quiet moment.

No, not a gong, not a roar, not a shout.

No, simply a thank you.

No, we are not alone.

No, this is not the end.

No, it is just the beginning.

We have literal hours left before we start walking, listening, and exploring our amazing city. Join us for Our City Calgary’s Jane’s Walks today, where we’ll step into the heart of four vibrant communities, discovering their stories and sharing perspectives on what makes each unique. Bring your curiosity, your questions, and a pair of comfortable shoes as we look closer at the places that make Calgary feel like home. See you out there as we celebrate, connect, and dream together for the future of our neighborhoods!

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