O God, you made us in your own image and redeemed us through Jesus your Son: Look with compassion on the whole human family; take away the arrogance and hatred which infect our hearts; break down the walls that separate us; unite us in the bonds of love; and work through our struggle and confusion to accomplish your purposes on earth; that, in your good time, all nations and races may serve you in harmony around your heavenly throne; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen. 

On Sunday March 20, 2022, Bishop John Stephens made the first visit of his episcopacy to his Parish of St. Cuthbert, North Delta. The rector, the Reverend Paul Woehrle was delighted to welcome the bishop to his church for a Celebration of the Eucharist for St. Cuthbert's Day with Baptisms and Confirmations.

In response to a Synod 2021 Resolution, Diocesan Council has appointed a Task Force on Homelessness and Housing Affordability, whose work began in February 2022, and will conclude at Synod 2023.

Follow this link to access Dani Penaloza's March 21 article in the Delta Optimist.

Many thanks to the Vicar of Holy Cross, Vancouver, the Reverend Alecia Greenfield for sending in these photos of the March Burrard Deanery/Archdeaconry meeting held at Queen Elizabeth Park.

The Reverend Michael Batten, Rector of St. Thomas, Collingwood and the Reverend Alecia Greenfield check out the Henry Moore sculpture at Queen E. Park.

Two prestigious awards in the past three months is an unique experience, even in the life of widely acclaimed St. David, Delta’s parishioner John Horton. On the very date (December 9), previously scheduled for John’s Induction into The Order of British Columbia, he and wife Mary attended a Canadian Lifeboat Institute function at Royal Vancouver Yacht Club. Taken completely by surprise,  they were piped to the podium where John received The Duke of Kent Gold Medal in recognition of his exemplary dedication to lifeboat service and his captaincy of the Delta Lifeboat.    

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David Valentine, Aide to the LG,  John Horton recipient of the Order of British Columbia, Her Honour the Honourable Janet Austin, Lieutenant Governor of British Columbia.

Photo: Mary Horton 

Link to Flyn Ritchie's March 24th piece in the Church for Vancouver Weekly Update Email News.

Recently we spent a week’s vacation on the east coast of Vancouver Island. As we sometimes do, we have taken a peep at the weather forecast before we left. Each time we looked it was different. Finally the week itself began and the sun was shining as we left North Vancouver. As we drove north on the Island we were treated to a lovely spring like sunset, with the mountains to the west. 

Here is the link to the video on YouTube

SEE CHANGE Magazine presentation.

“Pent-up travel demand”, reads a headline. “Airlines brace for full planes.”  Travelers have not been away from home for two years and have money to spend. In Spring/Summer, now with relaxed travel restrictions, many, including me, are eager to go somewhere.

Missioner for Climate Response, permanent part time - Anglican Diocese of New Westminster

Planned Giving and Major Gifts Senior Advisor, full time - PWRDF

Parish Administrator, part time - St. George, Fort Langley

Vicar, part time (60%) - St. Aidan and St. Bartholomew, Gibsons

Youth Ministry Leader, part time - St. Alban the Martyr, Burnaby

Join us on Zoom for the next online Spring Street Community Kitchen, a partnership between St. John’s Anglican Church and Inlet United Church in Port Moody.

**Pre-registration is required for this free event** – please email your name and email address to SpringStreetCommunityKitchen@gmail.com to be included on the list to receive Zoom connection information. 

Session 1: Saturday, March 19, 2022, 9:30am-12:30pm via Zoom
Register at https://bit.ly/3K15CVd

Session 2: Saturday, April 2, 2022, 9:30am-12:30pm via Zoom
Register at https://bit.ly/35lw9O9

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Christ Church Cathedral location

A comprehensive event flyer complete with links is available for downloading here in .PDF.

Save the date for this upcoming event at Christ Church Cathedral.

This special worship event will feature contemplative prayer stations, icons, a small labyrinth, and anointing.

Music will be presented by the Reverends Clare Morgan and Jonathan Pinkney, and Lauren Odile Pinkney, plus special guests.

Email for more information.

This four week offering will contemplatively explore central themes of Christian doctrine such as creation, sin, Christ, Trinity and more. We will take time to listen, linger, and enjoy sacred conversation.

This series is available on Tuesdays at 10am - 11:30am and also at 7pm - 8:30pm.

Morning Registration

Evening Registration

$40 $20 $10 $0

Bishop John Stephens and the Mission and Ministry staff of the Diocese of New Westminster invites all those being confirmed, reaffirmed or received into the Anglican Church this year to join us for a day of teaching, conversation and worship.  

Explore your spiritual gifts. Ask the big questions. Get up close and personal to a sacred space.

Register here: https://tinyurl.com/dnwconfirmation22
Cost: $15

A three day series to discover the gift of slowing down.

To rekindle community

The celebrate the day that breathes life to the other six.

Register by calling 604 946 8413 or email hello@allsaintsladner.org

Please register by email by April 30, 2022.

March 21 - 25 - Study Leave

Sunday, April 3 - Episcopal Visit to Church of the Epiphany, Surrey

Monday to Friday, April 4-8 - National House of Bishops, Niagara Falls ON

Tuesday, April 5 - Pre-Lambeth Conference Bishops’ Conversations

Sunday, April 10 - Episcopal Visit to St. Titus, Oakridge