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Welcome to the April 14, 2022 E-News
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Blessing of Holy Oils
"O God of peace, bless this oil that those who receive this holy unction may be restored to wholeness and strength." Watch for more coverage of the April 12th Holy Eucharist with Reaffirmation of Baptismal & Ordination Vows, Blessing of Holy Oils in the April 21st edition of Diocesan E-News and on the diocesan Facebook page, Anglican Conversation. |
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Bishop's Easter MessageBishop Stephens's Easter Message published in the April issue of TOPIC
That first Easter morning, according to the gospel of John, Mary Magdalene came to the tomb in the darkness of pre-dawn. Expecting to find only darkness and the grip of death, she discovered much more. She discovered what it meant to encounter the God of new life and the resurrection of Christ. For more infomation visit: http://vancouver.anglican.ca/blog/bishops-easter-message--11970
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Find a Church Near You for Holy Week Services - All are WelcomePlease share this information The Diocese of New Westminster stretches from Powell River to the northwest all the way to Hope in the east. There are currently 65 parishes and 3 worshipping communities all part of the Anglican Church of Canada and the World Wide Anglican Communion. Click the link to access the Find-a-Church pages where you will find 11 regional groupings each with 5-7 parishes pages inside. Each regional grouping landing page has a description of the region and each parish page is linked to a map. There is also a "SEARCH" function for each regional group. Many of the parishes have posted schedule information regarding worship and events.
For more infomation visit: http://vancouver.anglican.ca/news/find-a-church-near-you-for-holy-week-services-all-are-welcome
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Greetings to Hindu and Sikh Neighbours on the celebration of Vaisakhi - Today, April 14loving our neighbours For more infomation visit:
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Palm Sunday at St. Titus, OakridgeAn episcopal visit, "hosannas" and no rain On April 10, 2022, the threat of rain was imminent around the Lower Mainland. Many parishes of the diocese of New Westminster planned to celebrate the Liturgy of the Palms prior to the commencement of the Sunday of the Passion Eucharist. For more infomation visit: http://vancouver.anglican.ca/news/palm-sunday-at-st-titus-oakridge
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Pathways to Reconciliation - Gathering #3
On Saturday April 2, 2022, 40+ parishioners from two White Rock parishes; St. Mark’s, Ocean Park and the Church of the Holy Trinity gathered to listen, to learn and to discern their roles on the journey towards Truth and Reconciliation. This gathering was the third in a series of four events co-sponsored by the two parishes.
For more infomation visit: http://vancouver.anglican.ca/news/pathways-to-reconciliation-gathering-3
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Legacy Planner 2022 – Now Available
In 2015, Synod staff representing the Mission & Ministry and Communications departments assembled a Legacy Planner booklet. You will find linked here a full resolution .PDF of the 2022 edition of the Planner. For more infomation visit: http://vancouver.anglican.ca/news/legacy-planner-2022-now-available
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Greetings to Jewish Neighbours on the commemoration of Passover - Begins April 15loving our neighbours For more infomation visit: http://vancouver.anglican.ca/news/greetings-to-jewish-neighbours-on-the-commemoration-of-passover
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Safe Church Pastoral Letter Signed by the Provincial House of Bishops
Ecclesiastical Province of BC/Yukon |
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The Friday We Dare to Call GoodBy Herbert O'Driscoll Those who wrote the four gospels did so because they were convinced that the three fleeting years of the public ministry of Jesus of Nazareth, the relationships people experienced with him, the manner of his death followed by their assured sense of his living presence among them, would have a bearing on what it means to live a human life in any age or culture.
For more infomation visit: http://vancouver.anglican.ca/blog/the-friday-we-dare-to-call-good
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Holy Week: Journeying beyond pain to hopeArchbishop Linda Nicholls's March 31 Column in the Anglican Journal |
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Greetings to Sikh Neighbours on the celebration of Guru Angad Dev's Birthday - April 18loving our neighbours
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The risk of relationshipLetters from the Diocesan Ecumenical and Multifaith Unit by Clare Morgan Some time ago, I volunteered for a few shifts as a “guardian” for the art installation in honour of the children who died in residential schools, present on the far steps of the Vancouver Art Gallery since May or June of 2021. Being a guardian involved sitting under a tent by the site, keeping an eye on it, tidying it, joining (as appropriate and invited) in acts of prayer led by Indigenous people, and engaging in conversation with curious passersby.
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Lively Spirit hits the standsMagazine celebrates the Spirit in the world As part of its outreach to the wider community, St. Clement's in Lynn Valley publishes a quarterly magazine that is written largely for a "non-church" readership. Lively Spirit - Spring 2022For more infomation visit: http://vancouver.anglican.ca/news/lively-spirit-hits-the-stands
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Parish Development Grants for 2023On March 27, 2022, Laetare Sunday, the Program Development Grants Team of the Diocese of New Westminster launched the PD Grants program for 2023. The overall purpose of Parish Development Grants is to assist parishes in the diocese as they develop, with God’s help, into healthier, more faithful, and more effective communities of faith. We are interested, therefore, in making grants to parishes that have a vision for their own development and would like diocesan assistance in moving toward the vision. Intent to Apply forms and information sheets are now on the diocesan website here and there is a a firm submission deadline of August 30, 2022.
For more infomation visit: http://vancouver.anglican.ca/news/parish-development-grants-for-2023
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"Feed my sheep"Care+Share for 2022-2023 Throughout the history of the Diocese of New Westminster there’s been fundraising for projects that are diocesan in their planning and implementation. Care+Share is the most recent version. It was established following a resolution at Synod 2011. Ministries included in Care+Share do not receive “funding,” instead they receive financial contributions made by parishes and individuals, sent to the Synod Office finance department which forwards funds several times a year to the current recipients. For more infomation visit:
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Jobs and Ministry PositionsHere are the job postings currently listed on the diocesan website Missioner for Climate Response, permanent part time - Anglican Diocese of New Westminster Executive Archdeacon of the Diocese of New Westminster Parish Operations Manager - St. Laurence, Coquitlam Parish Administrator, part time - St. George, Fort Langley Vicar, part time (60%) - St. Aidan and St. Bartholomew, Gibsons Child and Youth Ministries Assistant, contract, part time - Christ Church Cathedral
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Sampling of EventsRegistration and participation, online opportunities. |
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Holy Week at the Cathedral
Click 'Read More' for the full listings of worship at the diocesan cathedral. Here is a direct link to the Livestream section of the cathedral's website. For more infomation visit: http://vancouver.anglican.ca/events/holy-week-at-the-cathedral/2022-04-11
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St Paul’s Offers Meditative Labyrinth Walks for Holy WeekApril 15, 9am-10am; April 16, Noon-2pm; Easter Day, April 17: Noon-2pm, 1130 Jervis Street, Vancouver Walking the labyrinth is like making a pilgrimage…. It is a journey where you might think about loved ones, distractions, or burdens on the way in, be open to the grace and love of God at the center and return uplifted, blessed, and renewed.
For more infomation visit: http://vancouver.anglican.ca/news/st-paul-s-offers-meditative-labyrinth-walks-for-holy-week
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Good Friday at St. Catherine's, CapilanoChris Woods's Stations of the Cross Paintings - Friday, April 15, 10am-4pm For more infomation visit: http://vancouver.anglican.ca/events/good-friday-at-st-catherines-capilano/2022-04-15
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St. Philip's Annual Flower Basket SaleSale began with orders being taken April 2 - orders deadline is 12 noon, April 16 |
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Film & Faith Evening - Beyond the GatesEaster Eve: April 16, 5:45 - 9:30pm, Holy Trinity, Vancouver Based on true events and filmed in Rwanda with genocide survivors as cast and crew, "Beyond the Gates" tells their shared story of humanity in the most inhumane circumstances. For more infomation visit: http://vancouver.anglican.ca/events/film-faith-evening-beyond-the-gates/2022-04-16
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Contemplation & TheologyA 4 week series - Tuesdays 10am & 7pm - begins Tuesday, April 19. 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. $40 $20 $10 $0 For more infomation visit: http://vancouver.anglican.ca/events/contemplation-theology/2022-04-19
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Prayer for Ukraine and for Peace for the WorldA message from The Canadian Council of Churches Please participate and help spread the word In solidarity with the Ukrainian Bishops of Canada, we invite you to join with The Canadian Council of Churches on April 24, 2022 which is Pascha (Easter Sunday on the Julian calendar), to proclaim together that Christ is Risen, that love overcomes fear, and that life overcomes death and destruction.
For more infomation visit: http://vancouver.anglican.ca/events/prayer-for-ukraine-and-for-peace-for-the-world/2022-04-24
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Confirmation Preparation DayStrengthened by the Spirit - Saturday, April 30, 9:30am, Christ Church Cathedral 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 For more infomation visit: http://vancouver.anglican.ca/events/confirmation-preparation-day--2341/2022-04-30
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Delight in SabbathCreate Rest Time - begins Saturday, April 30, 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
For more infomation visit: http://vancouver.anglican.ca/events/delight-in-sabbath/2022-04-30
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All Saints, Burnaby's Spring Garage Sale
In the parish hall. In addition to a wide assortment of items, hot dogs and baked goods will also be available at bargain prices. Outside the church, the Burnaby Garden Club is having their annual plant sale. |
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Sung Evening PrayerBeauty & Calm - Saturday, April 30, 6pm The last Saturday of each month we offer a variety of spiritual practices to learn, practice, reflect and experience God’s presence and action in our lives. Following is a time of quiet worship and song with the Rev. Andrew Halladay and the Rev. David Taylor. Please click "Read More" for detailed schedule and registration information For more infomation visit: http://vancouver.anglican.ca/events/sung-evening-prayer--2475/2022-04-30
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ACW - AGM for 2022The annual general meeting of the Anglican Church Women of the Diocese of New Westminster - Saturday, May 7, 9:30am - 3pm Please register by email by April 30, 2022.
For more infomation visit: http://vancouver.anglican.ca/events/acw-agm-for-2022/2022-05-07
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Workshop: Lifelong Faith Formation in the Parish
Every church can become a centre of lifelong learning in faith and discipleship. Lifelong faith formation can be a reality for every church community, regardless of size, finances, location, and resources. Sponsored by the Congregational Vitality Initiative of VST and the Diocese of New Westminster Register: email the Missioner for Christian Formation to get on the waitlist!
For more infomation visit: http://vancouver.anglican.ca/events/workshop-lifelong-faith-formation-in-the-parish/2022-05-07
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VST Convocation for 2022Tuesday, May 10, 7pm, Christ Church Cathedral The convocation speaker will be Dr. Elin Kelsey, author of Hope Matters: Why Changing the Way we Think is Critical to Solving the Environmental Crisis. She is a scholar, speaker, educator and award-winning author. Over 40 graduates will receive degrees and diplomas. There will be an acknowledgement of the Reverend Germaine Lovelace, winner of the President’s 2022 Thoughtful, Engaged and Generous (TEG) Christian Leader Award. For more infomation visit: http://vancouver.anglican.ca/events/vst-convocation-for-2022/2022-05-10
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Recent sermons archived on the diocesan website
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"We need to do what Jesus did"Archbishop Melissa Skelton, April 10, 2022 On Palm Sunday, April 10, 2022, the Most Reverend Melissa Skelton was the guest preacher at the American Cathedral of the Holy Trinity in Paris, France. Archbishop Skelton retired as the Diocesan Archbishop of the Diocese of New Westminster and as Metropolitan of the Ecclesiastical Province of BC/Yukon, February 28, 2021 For more infomation visit: http://vancouver.anglican.ca/media/2022-04-10-we-need-to-do-what-jesus-did
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"Which procession are we in?"Bishop John Stephens, Palm Sunday, April 10, 2022 Sermon preached at the Parish of St. Titus, Oakridge, Palm Sunday, April 10, 2022 during Bishop Stephens's first episcopal visit to the parish. For more infomation visit: http://vancouver.anglican.ca/media/2022-04-10-which-procession-are-we-in
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Chrism Mass SermonThe Reverend Ron Culmer preaching at Christ Church Cathedral, April 12, 2022 The Reverend Ron Culmer has served as Rector of St. Clare’s Episcopal Church, Plesanton, California (Bay Area) and Preschool since 2004. A veteran of the United States Air Force, he earned his undergraduate degree from California Lutheran University, and a Master of Divinity from The Church Divinity School of the Pacific.
For more infomation visit: http://vancouver.anglican.ca/media/2022-04-12-chrism-mass-sermon
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Bishop's Schedule
Thursday, April 14 - Overdose Memorial Service, Christ Church Cathedral, 2pm. Maundy Thursday, Christ Church Cathedral - 7:30pm Friday, April 15 - Good Friday, Christ Church Cathedral, 3pm Saturday, 16 April, Easter Vigil, Christ Church Cathedral, 9pm Sunday, 17 April, Easter Sunday liturgies, Christ Church Cathedral Here is a link to the Livestream section of the Cathedral's website. Bishop Stephens will chair the meeting of Archdeacons, Diocesan Dean and the Staff Leadership Team, Thursday, April 21. |