Here is the link to the YouTube video

Here is a link to the video in Dropbox

A fabulous photo by Derek Simpkins of the Reverend Lorne Manweiler, Rector of St. Philip, Dunbar getting the Easter Day sermon off to an enthusiastic start.

For those of you who don't know, the Diocese of New Westminster has a Facebook page titled, "Anglican Conversation". It was founded in October of 2010. Linked here.

Here are some links to selected photo albums for Holy Week posted on that site.

Palm Sunday, Episcopal Visit to St. Titus, Oakridge

Chrism Mass at Christ Church Cathedral, Tuesday, April 12

Opioid Crisis Service of Lament, Christ Church Cathedral, Maundy Thursday afternoon

Maundy Thursday Eucharist, Christ Church Cathedral

Easter Vigil at Christ Church Cathedral, Saturday, April 16

Easter Day Decorations Feature, Christ Church Cathedral

Easter Day Festal Eucharist at Christ Church Cathedral

In this Easter message, National Bishop Susan Johnson (Evangelical Lutheran Church in Canada) and Archbishop and Primate Linda Nicholls (Anglican Church of Canada) remind us of the hope, joy and promise of the risen Christ.

Here is the link to the video on the Anglican Church of Canada website.

Bishop John Stephens, writes to people of the Diocese of New Westminster:

Around the world, beginning at sunset on April 27 and ending at sunset on April 28, Yom HaShoah, Holocaust Remembrance Day will be honoured.

April 16, 2022 was the 50th anniversary of Ordination to the Priesthood of The Venerable Ronald Harrison.

With regret and sorrow, the Church announces receipt of allegations of sexual misconduct concerning Archbishop Mark MacDonald, who has resigned as National Indigenous Anglican Archbishop in the Anglican Church of Canada, and formally relinquished the exercise of the ordained ministry pursuant to Canon XIX, effective April 20, 2022.

Please find linked here, Archbishop Linda Nicholls's Pastoral Letter to the People of the Anglican Church of Canada

The Anglican Church of Canada is reeling from the shocking news of Archbishop Mark MacDonald's resignation announced at 1pm EDT, Wednesday, April 20. For many, the sense of shock may be followed by anger, disbelief, distrust and sadness.

Peace Lutheran congregation in Abbotsford challenged the Anglican Parish of St. Matthew to a second year of collecting food for the Archway Community Food Bank. This year the goal was set for the two groups to collect 2022 pounds of non-perishables.

The Reverend Allen Doerksen blessed the food items collected at St. Matthew's  (Left to right) Dick Martin, Linda Burton and The Rev. Art Turnbull presenting the gifts of Palm Sunday (Photo by Mary Lee)

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.

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.

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.  

On Monday, 11 April 2022, at the Anvil Centre in New Westminster, the Province of British Columbia announced a $1.26 million investment in a new approach in responding to mental health crises.

Here is a link to download a .PDF

The expression “out of the mouths of babes” is often used to comment on a statement made by a child that unwittingly nails a great truth on the head.

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

Administrative Assistant, Canada Summer Jobs grant position - Indigenous Studies Program at VST

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.

April 27, 2022
Indigenizing Canada: Reconciliation as Embracing a New Identity
One of the calls to actions is to reaffirm the treaty relationship between newcomers and First Nations. It is through relationship with Indigenous people that newcomers can begin to take on a kind of Indigenous identity. An identity founded upon justice not colonization.

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All are welcome to pray for peace.

Free of Charge. The parish will be hosting a reception in the hall following the service – all welcome 

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

Please click on "Read More" for detailed program and registration information.

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

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.

Please register by email by April 30, 2022.

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

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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.

The Introduction to Centering Prayer Program offers the opportunity to explore a deep reflective practice of silent prayer based on the rich wisdom teaching of the Christian contemplative tradition.

Following the Opening Session, the series runs on consecutive Thursday evenings, 7-8:30pm, May 19, 26; June 2, 9

Click "Read More" for detailed program, fees and registration information.

Reflection given by the Right Reverend John Stephens at the Opioid Crisis Service of Lament that took place during the afternoon of April 14, 2022. The service was a joint effort of Christ Church Cathedral parishioners and representatives Providence Health Care and Vancouver Coastal Health.

Saturday, April 30 - Confirmation Prep Day at Christ Church Cathedral

Sunday, May 1 - Episcopal Visit to St. Helen, Surrey

Wednesday, May 4 - Chairing Diocesan Council

Thursday, May 5 - Provincial House of Bishops

Saturday, May 7 - Diocesan Anglican Church Women, AGM at St. Cuthbert, Delta

Sunday, May 8 - Episcopal Visit to St. Alban the Martyr, Burnaby