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Welcome to the November 4, 2021 E-News
St. Mary Magdalene's historic Ramsey window |
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Saints of the Old Testament - November 4Memorial At this time of year the Church celebrates the feast of All Saints and gathers up thanksgiving for the whole company of those who, in various and different ways, bore witness to Christ. Today we extend our thanksgiving and include the saints of the Old Testament in our celebration of faith. |
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COP26 - Day 4 #Together for Our PlanetReflection from our diocesan virtual delegate, the Reverend Alecia Greenfield COP26 is the UN Conference on Climate. It is a series of conversations, negotiations, panels, and climate discussions. This is a two-week conference with world leaders, global thinkers, experts, and advocates. I am attending as a virtual delegate with the For the Love of Creation (and the United Church) team. To be honest, this year's conference has a feeling of cynicism. We question nations' commitments to change. After a year of extreme weather events, the announcements are too vague to be useful. That said, there are excellent educational sessions and inspiration for discussion that might start in Glasgow but will spread across the globe. For more infomation visit: http://vancouver.anglican.ca/news/cop26-day-4-together-for-our-planet
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Let Your Loving Hand Ever be Over These Your ServantsCelebration of Confirmation, Reaffirmation and Reception, October 23, 2021 This was the first diocesan confirmation service of the Right Reverend John Stephens’ young episcopacy and the first such liturgy since May 11, 2019, almost two and a half years ago. For more infomation visit: http://vancouver.anglican.ca/news/let-your-loving-hand-ever-be-over-these-your-servants
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Donald William Stebbing, ODNWMarch 6, 1929 - October 2, 2021 Don Stebbing’s early years in the Anglican Church were spent at St George’s Anglican Parish, North Kamloops, where his attendance record was 100%. It was in the same town that he met Betty, his wife of 71 years, whom he married at the United Church (Betty’s church) in April 1950.
For more infomation visit: http://vancouver.anglican.ca/news/donald-william-stebbing-odnw
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Light, Dark, Land, Advent - A Calendar2021 Advent Email Calendar Sign-up for a daily email in Advent with brief reflections from people throughout the Anglican Church of Canada. Writers will share how experiences of light, dark, and being on the land teach us about the season of Advent. They are not long; only 50-100 words. An image or photograph accompanies each written reflection. It's free to subscribe. Emails will begin December 1, 2021. |
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A new roof for “the little church that could”St. Barnabas' hall receives a new roof with help from the Anglican Foundation and local supporters In a certain churchyard in the Diocese of New Westminster, there stands an extremely busy parish hall that—according to structural engineers—must be liberated from three layers of deteriorating shingles before it can hope to keep the community who depends on it comfortable and dry.
For more infomation visit: http://vancouver.anglican.ca/news/a-new-roof-for-the-little-church-that-could
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English Conversation Club at St. Paul'sFree English learning experience in 10 weekly sessions beginning November 12 The Parish of St. Paul’s in Vancouver’s West End is launching an initiative focused on benefitting many in the West End community. Here is a link to the English Conversation Cafe webpage on the St. Paul's websiteREGISTER HEREYou may also call 604.416.2736 for registration and more information
For more infomation visit: http://vancouver.anglican.ca/news/english-conversation-club-at-st-pauls
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Anglicans worldwide call for equal access to COVID-19 vaccinations
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The illusion of control—and the reality of hope
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November 2021 TopicCoverage of worship and events August through September 2021 Websized resolution .PDF linked here Submissions deadline for the January 2022 issue of Topic is November 19 For more infomation visit:
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St. Michael's Centre Staffing ShortagesMultidenominational care facility in need On Wednesday, October 27, Bishop John Stephens received a letter from board chair, Barbara Spitz with a request that he circulate information about the need for staff at St. Michael's Centre. St. Michael's Centre is a multidenominational care facility located in South Burnaby supported by Anglican, Roman Catholic and United Churches. A PDF of the letter is available here for downloading.For more infomation visit: http://vancouver.anglican.ca/news/st-michaels-centre-staffing-shortages
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Sign the emergency appeal for climate action
Chair of the Diocesan Eco-Justice Unit, the Reverend Margaret Marquardt encourages everyone to consider signing the Emergency Appeal for Climate Action. |
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Luke for Advent and BeyondDive into the gospel with these easy to use resources It’s the year of Luke beginning on November 28. On the first Sunday of Advent, churches throughout the world begin a new cycle through the Christian calendar and the lectionary readings cycle every year through one of the synoptic gospels (Matthew, Mark, and Luke). 2021-2022 is called Year C and most Sundays we will hear a passage from Luke as the gospel reading.
For more infomation visit: http://vancouver.anglican.ca/news/luke-for-advent-and-beyond
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Week of Prayer for Christian UnityJanuary 18-25, 2022 As you plan for the coming year, consider recognizing this ecumenical event. From the World Council of Churches Website: At least once a year, Christians are reminded of Jesus’ prayer for his disciples that “they may be one so that the world may believe” (see John 17.21). Hearts are touched and Christians come together to pray for their unity. Congregations and parishes all over the world exchange preachers or arrange special ecumenical celebrations and prayer services. The event that touches off this special experience is the Week of Prayer for Christian Unity. For more infomation visit: http://vancouver.anglican.ca/news/week-of-prayer-for-christian-unity
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Chairs for SaleLarge $15 and Small $10 perfect for Sunday School and small gatherings - St. Michael's, Surrey |
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Jobs and Ministry PositionsHere are the job postings currently listed on the diocesan website Vicar, part time (60%) - St. Aidan and St. Bartholomew, Gibsons Vicar, part time (80%) - St. Martin, North Vancouver Seafarer's Centre Assistant, part time - Robert's Bank (Delta Port) Parish Administrator, part time - St. Augustine, Marpole Sunday School Coordinator and Teacher, part time - St. John's, Shaughnessy Youth Minister, part time - St. Mark, Ocean Park
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Sampling of EventsRegistration and participation, online opportunities. |
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All Souls' Service of Remembering and ThanksgivingSunday, November 7, 3pm - St. Paul's, West End. St. Paul's in partnership with The United Voices Choir put together a very special All Souls' Service of Remembering and Thanksgiving. Admission is free, but donations are greatly appreciated. Donations are accepted at the door before or after the service. Door opens at 2:30pm. Please enter via the Pendrell corner Jervis Entrance. For more information, please contact the church office at 604.685.6832. For more infomation visit: http://vancouver.anglican.ca/events/all-souls-service-of-remembering-and-thanksgiving/2021-11-07
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Communion of Saints by the Reverend David TaylorSpiritual Practice Evening, Sunday, November 7, 7-8:30pm in-person, St. Dunstan's, Aldergrove The Communion of Saints is a relationship both with the Holy Things (sancta) God has given us and the Holy People (sancti) we journey alongside. The cost for this event is $20. Scholarships are available by emailing st.dunstans@telus.net please put "Scholarship" in the subject line and the name of the event. |
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Creative Journaling - Two Sessions with Kathie MacDuffNovember 13 and/or November 20, 9:30-11:30am online via Zoom. St. Dunstan's Centre for Spiritual Renewal: Take One or Both Register for either day or both! While one builds on the next, each can be taken as a standalone class. Follow this link for all the program and registration information |
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All Saints Christmas Silent Auction and MoreSaturday, November 13, All Saints Burnaby is hosting their annual Christmas Fundraiser which includes a Silent Auction, Bake Sale, Book Sale and Christmas Decorations Sale. All guests are required to have their vaccination status checked at the door and must wear masks during the duration of the stay. For more infomation visit: http://vancouver.anglican.ca/events/all-saints-christmas-silent-auction-and-more/2021-11-13
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Choral Evensong for the Reign of ChristSunday, November 21, 5pm - St. Bart's, Gibsons The Sunshine Coast’s Vespersong choir invites you to a Choral Evensong featuring the music of Thomas Tallis, Joseph Barnby (Psalm settings), and George Dyson. For more infomation visit: http://vancouver.anglican.ca/events/choral-evensong-for-the-reign-of-christ/2021-11-21
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Christmas Craft SaleWith St. Thomas' famous jams and jellies - Saturday, November 27, 10am-2pm at 2444 East 41st Avenue, Vancouver Handcrafted gifts, gourmet jams & jellies, original artwork, jewelry, pet gifts, home baking candy & food gifts, raffle baskets & more Strict COVID precautions in place for your safety – masks, double vaccinations and physical distancing required. Vist the website for more information. Or call: 604.434.6111
For more infomation visit: http://vancouver.anglican.ca/events/christmas-craft-sale/2021-11-27
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Advent Youth WorshipDYM Youth Event - Saturday, December 4, 7-9pm at St. Cuthbert's, Delta Come and join the Diocesan Youth Movement for a night of Advent youth worship, featuring music from the Infinitely More Worship Band, with games and Christmassy drinks \ from the DYM, it will be a night to remember! For more information, contact Lauren Odile Pinkney, Chair of DYM: lauren@thecathedral.ca or Rev. Jessica Schaap, Missioner for Christian Formation: jschaap@vancouver.anglican.ca For more infomation visit: http://vancouver.anglican.ca/events/advent-youth-worship/2021-12-04
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St. Anne's Holiday BazaarSunday, December 5, 11:30am - 2pm at St. Anne's, Steveston Homemade Baked and Canned Goods, St. Anne’s Famous Pies,
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Bishop's Schedule
Thursday, November 4 - Provincial House of Bishops’ Meeting followed by Bishop's Conversation (pre-Lambeth conversation with Bishops from around the Anglican Communion) online Saturday, November 6 - Deacons’ Day (with the Dean of Canterbury) online Sunday, November 7- episcopal visit to Christ Church, Hope (marking the parish's 160th Anniversary) Tuesday, November 9, evening - meeting with Bishop's Friends |