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Welcome to the December 9, 2021 E-NewsThe next issue of E-News is scheduled for January 6, 2022 This is the final issue of E-News for 2021. We will back on the Feast of the Epiphany, Thursday, January 6, 2022 |
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Tribute to Indigenous Mother
Thanks to Alberta Rudolf, ODNW for sharing her photo of Beth Fortin's (Warehouse Manager at ACW Place is Burnaby's) textile tribute to her Indigenous mother displayed at the ACW Open House on Tuesday, December 7. |
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Ordinations in the Holy Church of GodTwo candidates ordained to the diaconate The second Ordination Eucharist of Bishop John Stephens’ episcopacy was celebrated at Christ Church Cathedral, Vancouver on the morning of December 4, 2021. The two ordinands were Martha Cameron, presented by the Reverend Emilie Smith and Mr. Roland Gwan; and Neil Seedhouse presented by the Reverend Christine Wilson and Neil’s spouse, Ms. Pam Martin, ODNW.
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Temporary Housing Needed for Afghan FamilyRequest for aid from DRU Chair, Shannon Muir On December 2, I received the following query from Gretchen Ferguson from Simon Fraser University needing to source temporary residence for an entering Afghan scholar and family:
Please circulate this post to help get the word out and if you can offer any aid, contact the Diocesan Refugee Unit (DRU) by email ASAP. Photo: BBC stock image For more infomation visit: http://vancouver.anglican.ca/news/temporary-housing-needed-for-afghan-family
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Vigil in Darkness#candles4climate Please light a candle in your window every Monday evening this winter. You will be joining a community from over 345 organizations across the province to keep vigil for those people, plants, and animals that have lost their lives in heat domes, wildfires floods and mud slides this year. Turn that hope into action. By lighting a candle together, we will be lighting up the need for climate action. For more information about BC Climate Emergency (the coordinating body) To notice and pray into eco anxiety here are some resources For more action, consider attending a candle lit vigil at your MLA’s office this Dec 13. To connect with BC Climate Emergency’s planned vigil or plan your own, there are some resources. For more infomation visit:
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Prayer of Light with Holden Evening PrayerACAM annual event onsite and online On Friday Evening, December 3, 2021, the Parish of St. Titus, Oakridge hosted a Holden Evensong, titled “Prayer of Light” for the ACAM (Anglican CanAsian Ministry Group) and the community. The Reverend Marion Wong, Vicar of St. Titus' and Regional Dean of Oakridge Photo: Alecia Greenfield
For more infomation visit: http://vancouver.anglican.ca/news/prayer-of-light-with-holden-evening-prayer
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Sock Tree at Holy Spirit, WhonnockDrive up and decorate the tree with some winter wear Winter wear, such as mitts, socks, toques, and scarves may be hung on the Sock Tree at Holy Spirit, Whonnock, 27123 River Road in Whonnock, BC. The Sock Tree opened for business on December 1 and will continue until Christmas Day. Warm socks are especially appreciated.
For more infomation visit: http://vancouver.anglican.ca/news/sock-tree-at-holy-spirit-whonnock
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Coming Home Society Annual Newsletter
Linda Adams, ODNW is one of the founders of the Coming Home Society, a long standing compassionate service ministry associated with St. James and the Diocese of New Westminster. Linda has asked that we share the CHS's annual newsletter. |
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PWRDF accepting donations for BCThe Primate's World Relief and Development Fund The Primate’s World Relief and Development Fund is now accepting donations towards an emergency response in British Columbia. The news of the destructive floods, especially after a particularly devastating fire season in the province, are moving Anglicans to reach out to offer support.
For more infomation visit: http://vancouver.anglican.ca/news/pwrdf-accepting-donations-for-bc
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Evening Prayer at All Saints', Ladner with a Reflection from the the Primate
Thanks to the Rector of All Saints', the Reverend Robin Ruder-Celiz for sending this YouTube of the December 8, Evening Prayer which includes a Reflection from the primate, the Most Reverend Linda Nicholls. |
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Post Officeby Herbert O'Driscoll I have watched him for the last few years. The way I see him has changed because I have got to know him very slightly over the years. He still fascinates me, particularly during those Advent days of the Christmas rush.
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Overwhelmed?Probably time to take the dog for a walk by Stephen Rowe When I was a new curate 30 odd years ago, I had a phone call from an older clergy colleague who mentioned a book he had been reading that morning. It seemed odd to me that clergy had time to read books during the working day. But not as strange as the curate reported by a parishioner to their rector for buying a newspaper when they were supposed to be at work. How times have changed … but in another way the pressures of work/life balance may be different but are still very much ‘there’…
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Historic Cloverdale United Church, signs of the timesHeritage church has donned its gospel armour determinedly moving forward Click to access Ursula Maxwell-Lewis' December 6 column in the Cloverdale Reporter. The Minister of Cloverdale United is the Reverend Matthew Emery, husband of St. Faith's rector, the Reverend Adam Yates. |
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'Taste and See' Winter IssueThe newsletter of Anglican Renewal Ministries For over 30 years, Anglican Renewal Ministries has been teaching on the person and work of the Holy Spirit, and empowering Christians to recognize and use their spiritual gifts. Please find linked here the Winter 2021 issue of Taste and See For more infomation visit: http://vancouver.anglican.ca/news/taste-and-see-winter-issue
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How to mark the Week of Prayer for Christian Unity in your Parish.5 easy steps The Week of Prayer for Christian Unity is a worldwide movement to inspire local expressions of Christianity to gather together and pray. You can find more information about the week here.
For more infomation visit: http://vancouver.anglican.ca/news/how-to-mark-the-week-of-prayer-for-christian-unity-in-your-parish
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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 Content Specialist, part time, contract - Christ Church Cathedral Parish Administrator, part time - St. Augustine, Marpole Sunday Childcare Helpers, part time - St. Helen, West Point Grey 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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An Artist's Advent CalendarA presentation of St. Catherine, Capilano Local artists and photographers have depicted four values of Advent and are sharing it with the wider community in an unfolding art exhibit leading up to Christmas. Just like a bought Advent Calendar (a box that is opened on each day of December revealing a chocolate) this art is placed around the Edgemont Village stores and businesses. Please click the link here to download the brochure with all the location information and details about the Calendar For more infomation visit: http://vancouver.anglican.ca/news/an-artists-advent-calendar
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Lion's Gate Brass - Christmas ConcertFriday, December 10, 7pm at St. Agnes', 530 East 12th Street, North Vancouver A selection of seasonal music played by one of the North Shore's finest brass quintets. Admission is by donation. |
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St. Faith's Christmas Fair and Bake SaleDelicious Homemade Treats and Great Gift Finds! - Sunday, December 12, 11:30am-1pm, St. Faith's, 7284 Cypress St, Vancouver It’s back! After a year on hold, the St. Faith’s Christmas Sale will take place on Sunday, December 12 and is open to the whole community. Come by to pick up some delicious homemade holiday treats, including our famous St. Faith’s Mincemeat and tasty Christmas puddings. And much more...
For more infomation visit: http://vancouver.anglican.ca/events/st-faiths-christmas-fair-and-bake-sale/2021-12-12
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Lessons and Carols: From Coast to CoastAnglican Church of Canada online worship will include the Parish of Holy Cross, Vancouver - Friday, December 17, 5pm, PST Register today to join us for the live event on Friday, December 17. All those registered will receive an event reminder in the week of December 13, with a link to join the national online broadcast. Registration is free.
For more infomation visit: http://vancouver.anglican.ca/events/lessons-and-carols-from-coast-to-coast/2021-12-17
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Tidings of Comfort & JoyHoly Trinity, Vancouver, December 19, 2pm |
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Dickens' "A Christmas Carol"At St. Philip's, Dunbar, 3737 West 27th Avenue, Vancouver Link in image is not live |
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A Festival of Nine Lessons and Carolswith Motet Chamber Choir - Monday, December 20, 7pm at St. James' Celebrate the season with this service of readings and music in the tradition of King's College, Cambridge. The programme will include music by Harold Darke, Herbert Howells, Sarah MacDonald, and Elizabeth Poston. Organ Recital at 6:30pm Limited capacity - 120 persons. Please notify office@stjames.bc.ca of your intention to attend. For more infomation visit: http://vancouver.anglican.ca/events/a-festival-of-nine-lessons-and-carols--2428/2021-12-20
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Blue ChristmasRemembering those we have lost - Tuesday, December 21, 7pm Blue Christmas service in North Vancouver presented by St. John the Evangelist Anglican Church and St. Andrew's United Church 1044 St. George's Avenue, North Vancouver For more infomation visit: http://vancouver.anglican.ca/events/blue-christmas--2425/2021-12-21
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Blue Christmas Service in Whonnock
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Current sermon recently archived on the diocesan website
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Ordination on the Commemoration of Nicholas Ferrar, DeaconSaturday, December 4, 2021: The Reverend Karin Fulcher Sermon is available video, audio and text. For more infomation visit:
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Bishop's Schedule
Today, Thursday, December 9, Provincial House of Bishops meeting online and later another in the series of online conversation with Bishop pre-Lambeth Conference Saturday, December 11, Presiding at the Funeral for the Reverend Dennis Morgan Sunday, December 12, Episcopal Visit to St. Timothy, Brentwood Thursday, December 16, Synod Office Staff Christmas Lunch Tuesday, December 21, Meeting with Archbishop Michael Miller of the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Vancouver Friday, December 24, Preaching at 8pm and 11pm Christmas Eve at Christ Church Cathedral Thursday, January 6, Provincial House of Bishops Meeting and the Ordination of the Reverend Kathy Martin as Bishop of BC Synod, ELCIC |