Congratulations to all those nominated and appointed for investiture into the Order of the Diocese of New Westminster for 2022. Forty-four parish nominees and ten appointed by Bishop John Stephens have all been notified and have agreed to be invested into the Order.

The Festival of All Saints had its origins in the fourth century, when churches in the East began to celebrate “the feast of the martyrs of the whole world” on the Sunday after Pentecost. Several Western churches adopted this festival and kept it on various dates in April or May, but in the early Middle Ages the church of Rome assigned it the much later date of November 1 and broadened the feast to include all the saints. Western Christendom has followed this custom ever since.

St. Mark's Ocean Park (South Surrey) Youth Group Leader, Sarah Autio, ensured that fun was had by all - youth and adults - at the All Saints Youth Event (ages 10-18) on the evening of Saturday, October 29.

On Sunday, October 30, 2022, All Saints, Agassiz welcomed more than 60 people in the congregation for Sunday worship and to witness the installation of a Sto:lo House Post carved by Luke Pike, Swoli:u:se, of the Cheam First Nation.

In an October 30th letter sent to the congregation and posted on the parish website and Facebook page, the Venerable Alan Carson announced his intention to retire after 30 years of full time ministry. During that time he has been rector of four parishes, nine of those years at St. John's.

On Sunday, Bishop Kathy Martin, BC Synod of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in Canada visited Christ Church Cathedral to preside at the 10:30 Eucharist for Reformation Sunday. The Lutheran rite included a sermon from the Reverend Matthew Senf, a Lutheran Pastor who is an associate priest at the diocesan cathedral.                                              

The Rev. Matthew Senf, Bishop Kathy Martin & Dean Christopher Pappas outside of the Cathedral’s main doors following worship. Photo Jane Dittrich

Click to follow this link to Josh Grant's October 30 article, CBC online. Many thanks to CBC reporter Sohrab Sandhu for his coverage and for taking the time to visit the Synod Offices on Friday, October 28. The Venerable Douglas Fenton, Executive Archdeacon of the Diocese of New Westminster and Archdeacon of Vancouver is one of the religious leaders interviewed for the article.

Click on this link to access Egan Millard's October 31st article on the Episcopal News website.

For some reason there are two things indelibly imprinted in my memory, both of them connected with the sea. One is the Admiral Benbow Inn at which, at the turning of a page, I came to in Robert Louis Stevenson’s Treasure Island when I was about twelve. The other is an image in romantic poetry. The poet Robert Browning speaks of “magic casements opening on the foam of perilous seas in faerie lands forlorn”. 

I am a privileged person. I have been born privileged to live in a wonderful prosperous nation. Too many are not. I have shelter and food and purpose combined with so many opportunities. Many have none. I have had an abundance of privileges over the decades in which I have served the church. I have been in the special place of responsibility bestowed by ordination as a priest.  

Here is a link to Advent 2022 Resources on the diocesan website

Here is a link to More Advent 2022 Resources.

Bookkeeper for diocesan parishes, part time - Diocese of New Westminster

St. Paul’s, 1130 Jervis Street is an inclusive community of faith that welcomes diversity. In our worship and in our lives, we strive to communicate the message that God wants everyone to feel good about each other, empowered, and blessed. 

Brigid Coult, Music Director, & the St. Mary's Choir are joined by singers from Richmond Chorus & organist, Edward Norman in a service of remembranceanchored by the Fauré  Requiem. The service will offer words, prayers, and beautiful music to help us honour those we love but see no longer.

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Join the Rev. Clare Morgan on Tuesday evenings for an hour of contemplative prayer in various forms.

Second Tuesdays - Creative practices accompanied by music

In our commitment to remember and to work for the safety, peace and well being of all we gather to pay our respects and offer thanks.

There will be an act of remembrance with the laying of wreaths and a specific focus on mariners past and present.

All are welcome

All Saints', Burnaby is hosting a Bazaar this year featuring a silent auction, sale of used items and baked goods. Silent Auction closes at 2 pm. All are welcome.

Welcome! All homemade crafts! Concession Booth.

Bring a friend and do your Christmas shopping! Take advantage of the delicious lunch options too.

Visit this historical church in the heart of Fort Langley. Hope to see you there!

Under the direction of David Poon, Vespersong is dedicated to keeping the tradition of Choral Evensong alive on the Sunshine Coast.

What is it about Christian Celtic Spirituality that continues to rise from the ancient paths to lead us in the earthy embodied ways of living our authentic faith?  Perhaps it began with songs sung while washing the baby, when planting seeds, or with prayers said when bowing at the moon at night.  

Presenters: The Rev. Lorie Martin, the Rev. David Taylor, & Katherine Murray of the Centre for SPIRITUAL RENEWAL in connection with ACW Anglican Church Women of the Diocese of New Westminster

Registration: includes 5 meals Double occupancy: $445 per person  Single occupancy: $525  Limited Maximum 30 persons. Scholarships available: contact lorie@loriemartin.com

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The final date of the current series, Saturday, November 26 at the Synod Office. Click the link to register and for more information.

• November 26 - Synod Office

This Workshop provides Anti-Racism training, as mandated by the Diocese of New Westminster.  

It is open to clergy and lay people.

Follow St. Alban's Christmas Craft Fair on Instagram

For more information about St. Thomas' visit the website.

All are invited

Coffee, Tea, and Hot Chocolate will be available for sale to enjoy in our heated Memorial Garden. Returning from 2019, Market visitors will be invited into our historic worship space for a display of nativity scenes. More details may be found at www.ststephenburnaby.ca.

Join us again as we celebrate the return of our annual Christmas Fair!

We are offering a selection of delectable baking and gifts, along with poinsettia to decorate your house!

• Pre-sales of poinsettias are open from November 1-17 at 5pm 
• Pre-sales of gifts and baking are open from November 1 - November 27. Click this link to start shopping now.
• Live shopping and pickup of preordered items is December 3 from 11 am - 2pm at the church.

Christmas is coming! Why not make us your one stop shop this Christmas. We may just have what you're looking for!

The Mission to Seafarers will once again be putting together Christmas gifts to  distribute to the seafarers on the ships in the Port of Vancouver over the Christmas period. 

This is made possible by donations of items such as socks, toques (made or bought), toothbrushes, toothpaste, chocolate and soap.

Donations online at www.flyingangel.ca which enable us to purchase items are also  greatly appreciated. 

Sermon preached by the Right Reverend John Stephens during the first visit of his episcopacy to the Parish of St. Dunstan, Aldergrove, October 30. The parish celebrated a Feast of Dedication, "a festival to celebrate the work that God has done in and through this space." The font and ambo were both re-dedicated and blessed by Bishop Stephens at the beginning of the liturgy. Video, audio and text available.

Saturday, November 5, 10:30am - ODNW Investiture Service at The Massey Theatre

Sunday, November 6 - Episcopal Visit to St. Thomas, Vancouver