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Anglican Diocese of New Westminster
D of NW E-News for April 6, 2023
Welcome to the April 6, 2023 E-News

Welcome to the April 6, 2023 E-News

The Primate Visits Nanton Avenue

The Primate Visits Nanton Avenue

Synod Staff welcomes the Most Reverend Linda Nicholls

On April 6, Maundy Thursday, 2023, the Synod offices of the Anglican Diocese of New Westminster received a visitor, the Primate of the Anglican Church of Canada, the Most Reverend Linda Nicholls. Archbishop Linda dropped by for a visit on her way to YVR and a trip to Prince Rupert and Terrace/Nass Valley in the Diocese of Caledonia where she will preach and preside at Easter liturgies.

(left to right) Receptionist and Administrative Assistant to the Synod Office, Elias J. Neto; Accounting Clerk, Prashanti Yadavalli; Bishop John Stephens; Executive Archdeacon, the Venerable Philippa Pride; Executive Assistant to the Bishop and Executive Archdeacon, Bill Siksay; the Primate of the Anglican Church of Canada, the Most Reverend Linda Nicholls; Missioner for Indigenous Justice, Kerry Baisley, ODNW; Special Projects Coordinator for Diocesan Mission and Ministry, the Reverend Alecia Greenfield.

For more infomation visit:

http://vancouver.anglican.ca/news/the-primate-visits-nanton-avenue

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Bishop John Stephens's Easter 2023 Video Message

Bishop John Stephens's Easter 2023 Video Message

Please share Bishop John's messages with your family, friends and on social media.

Here is a direct link to the YouTube post

For more infomation visit:

http://vancouver.anglican.ca/news/bishop-john-stephenss-easter-2023-video-message

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Find a Church Near You for Holy Week Services and Events - All are Welcome

Find a Church Near You for Holy Week Services and Events - All are Welcome

The Diocese of New Westminster stretches from Powell River to the northwest all the way to Hope in the east. There are currently 62 parishes and 4 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 parish 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-and-events-all-are-welcome

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What is this week really about?

What is this week really about?

An holy week reflection by Stephen Rowe

As someone with an overactive interest in what used to be called ‘current affairs’, I admit to spending more time than necessary reading newspapers. One of my wife’s friends said I should not believe all I read in one such outlet; she has a point on many levels.

 

For more infomation visit:

http://vancouver.anglican.ca/blog/what-is-this-week-really-about--12454

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Children’s Circle in Chilliwack for Palm Sunday

Children’s Circle in Chilliwack for Palm Sunday

On Palm Sunday, April 2, 2023 at St. Thomas’, Chilliwack Laura Rosengren shared the triumphal entry story with the children. The congregation were invited to wonder about the story anew. 

 

For more infomation visit:

http://vancouver.anglican.ca/news/children-s-circle-in-chilliwack-for-palm-sunday

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April 2023 Synod Staff Meeting

April 2023 Synod Staff Meeting

Welcome and Happy Birthday to Mother Joyce Parry-Moore

The staff of the Anglican Diocese of New Westminster have a scheduled meeting once a month, 10 times a year (no July or August) almost always on the first Wednesday morning of the month. The April 2023 meeting took place on April 5 which was the Wednesday of Holy Week. A busy time for Bishop John and a busy time for all.

 

For more infomation visit:

http://vancouver.anglican.ca/news/april-2023-synod-staff-meeting

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Bishop John Meets Bishop Sabu

Bishop John Meets Bishop Sabu

On Saturday, April 1, 2023, a delegation representing the Madhya Kerala Diocese of the Church of South India visited the Synod Office of the Diocese of New Westminster. This was a great opportunity for Bishop John Stephens to meet Bishop Sabu Koshy Cherian, his wife Dr. Jessie Koshy and other representatives of that diocese. The bishops exchanged gifts and there was lots of conversation.

 

For more infomation visit:

http://vancouver.anglican.ca/news/bishop-john-meets-bishop-sabu

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Palm Sunday Episcopal Visit to North Vancouver

Palm Sunday Episcopal Visit to North Vancouver

The Parish of St. John the Evangelist, North Vancouver

On Sunday, April 2, 2023, Bishop John Stephens visited his Parish of St. John the Evangelist, North Vancouver for Palm Sunday, the first liturgy of Holy Week, 2023.

As the weather around the Lower Mainland was very unsettled (from bright sunshine to hail to sleet to snow) the Liturgy of the Palms was celebrated in the narthex prior to the Procession.

For more infomation visit:

http://vancouver.anglican.ca/news/palm-sunday-episcopal-visit-to-north-vancouver

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Experiencing ‘Awe’ in the North

Experiencing ‘Awe’ in the North

Members of the Parish of Holy Cross and friends visit Whitehorse and Skagway

Members of the Parish of Holy Cross, Vancouver and some friends and family travelled to Whitehorse this past March. Eight of us flew from Vancouver, including Katsumi, a guest from Japan, and Trine, the Rev. Alecia Greenfield’s mother. We were looking for the northern lights and practicing appreciating awe.

                                             

For more infomation visit:

http://vancouver.anglican.ca/news/experiencing-awe-in-the-north

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ACW Place in need of a new home

ACW Place in need of a new home

Current lease expires May 31, 2023

The Board of the diocesan Anglican Church Women are thankful to the many people who've worked diligently over the years to help the diocesan ACW thrive in God's service. With the smart initiatives of those before us, and the sale of the W.A. Memorial House in Vancouver, we have the means to flourish for generations to come. Sadly, we've hit a snag. Our currently leased warehouse in Burnaby will have a significant increase in rent at the end of the lease on May 31.  

For more infomation visit:

http://vancouver.anglican.ca/news/acw-place-in-need-of-a-new-home

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Palm Sunday in Chilliwack

Palm Sunday in Chilliwack

Photo Feature - the Procession at St. Thomas'

Although the weather in the Greater Vancouver Area on Palm Sunday, April 2 was diverse to say the least, the eastern Fraser Valley was dry with some cloud. The stable weather meant that the parish could get outside and process!
Click through for a few photos sent into diocesan comms by Interim Priest-in-Charge,  the Reverend Lorie Martin.

 

For more infomation visit:

http://vancouver.anglican.ca/news/palm-sunday-in-chilliwack

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April 2023 issue of Topic

April 2023 issue of Topic

A web-sized version of the April 2023 issue is linked here

Deadline for submissions to the June (Summer) 2023 issue is April 28, 2023

The 2023 Deadlines and Guidelines document is linked here

For more infomation visit:

http://vancouver.anglican.ca/news/april-2023-issue-of-topic

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The Spring 2023 Issue of New 'n' Views

The Spring 2023 Issue of New 'n' Views

The quarterly newsletter of the Anglican Church Women (ACW) of the diocese

A downloadable .PDF of the newsletter is linked here.

Letter of Greeting to our Jewish neighbours on Passover

Letter of Greeting to our Jewish neighbours on Passover

loving our neighbours

The Ecumenical/Multi-Faith Unit Group and the Bishop of New Westminster have coordinated a letter of greeting to local Jewish communities on the occasion of Passover. This year Passover began April 5.

You can learn about Passover here and why it is an important day in the faith tradition of our Jewish neighbours.

Please find linked here a poster to add to your parish bulletin board!

For more infomation visit:

http://vancouver.anglican.ca/news/letter-of-greeting-to-our-jewish-neighbours-on-passover

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Jobs and Ministry Positions

Jobs and Ministry Positions

Current posting on the diocesan website

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

 

Sampling of Events

Sampling of Events

Registration and participation, online opportunities.

Stations of Earth

Stations of Earth

Artistic reflections on the 'body' of Earth - Friday, April 7, 10am at St. Catherine, Capilano

Visit the St. Catherine's website's event post for more information.

For more infomation visit:

http://vancouver.anglican.ca/events/stations-of-earth/2023-04-07

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Holy Saturday Event in Langley

Holy Saturday Event in Langley

Accompanying Jesus and Mary Magdalene - Saturday, April 8 @ 10am-4pm, St. Andrew's, Langley

Facilitated by Heather Ruce

In collaboration with The Contemplative Society (Cynthia Bourgeault)

Holy Saturday marks Jesus’ journeys into the heart of the earth in which he not only encounters the most constricted, cut off and hurt states of human consciousness in the collective false self but allows love to reach them and weave them into the whole.

Lunch and refreshments are included.$0 - $100 Pay from the heart so all may come and expenses are covered. Thank you! Contact person: lorie@loriemartin.com

 

For more infomation visit:

http://vancouver.anglican.ca/events/holy-saturday-event-in-langley/2023-04-08

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Service of Lamentation

Service of Lamentation

For all who are living through the Opioid Crisis: 1pm for personal prayer; 2pm, liturgy - Friday, April 14, Christ Church Cathedral

On April 14, 2016, BC declared a public health emergency around the number of opioid related deaths. At that time the rate of overdose deaths was 20.4 per 100,000 people. 8 years later the rate of overdose deaths is almost 42 per 100,000. Thousands of our family members, friends and neighbours have died.

For more infomation visit:

http://vancouver.anglican.ca/events/service-of-lamentation/2023-04-14

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Elvis Easter Extravaganza

Elvis Easter Extravaganza

Elvis Tribute Artist Ben Klein - Saturday, April 15, 2023

All are welcome to attend a night of entertainment as the White Rock parish welcomes Elvis Tribute Artist Ben Klein to the Church of the Holy Trinity.

​Ben will perform two sets of Elvis favorites including Gospel tunes and old hits.

​Concessions and refreshments will be available in our parish hall at Intermission

​Tickets are $20 and can be purchased in the office and by e-Transfer. Email office@holytrinitywhiterock.ca or call (604)-531-0884

For more infomation visit:

http://vancouver.anglican.ca/events/elvis-easter-extravaganza/2023-04-15

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St. Anselm's Turns Platinum

St. Anselm's Turns Platinum

All are welcome to attend this 70th Anniversary Eucharist followed by a Celebration - Sunday, April 16, 10:30am.

All are welcome to attend April 16 worship as the parish celebrates its platinum anniversary.

Bishop John Stephens will preside and preach at this liturgy attended by friends from near and far to mark this milestone.

The parish would love to have people attend who were married at St. Anselm's

All Are Welcome! No previous experience required!

For more infomation visit:

http://vancouver.anglican.ca/events/st-anselms-turns-platinum/2023-04-16

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Dinner and Compline

Dinner and Compline

Tuesday, April 18, 5-5:30pm

Are you studying at UBC and looking for a community through the week to grow alongside? Join us on April 18 as we meet for dinner and compline (Anglican for evening prayer) at St. Anselm's Anglican Church, UBC. Doors open at 5 for dinner at 5:30 followed by Compline and time for conversation and maybe even some music making! Bring a friend, bring two!"

 

For more infomation visit:

http://vancouver.anglican.ca/events/dinner-and-compline/2023-04-18

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ICONS: Praying with our eyes

ICONS: Praying with our eyes

Four sessions with the Reverend Laurel Dahill on consecutive Thursdays. An in-person event beginning April 20, St. Alban the Martyr, Burnaby

Iconography is an ancient writing style that serves as a threshold between the mortal world and the divine realms. These peculiar images have been part of Christian spiritual practice for thousands of years but are often misunderstood and underutilized as tools for deepening our faith.

Cost:$10 Payable by cheque, cash or PayPal (https://saintalbansburnaby.ca/payments/).

(Payment due on the first night of the workshop)

Register: Through the church office 604-522-4363 or stalbanschurchbc@gmail.com

 

For more infomation visit:

http://vancouver.anglican.ca/events/icons-praying-with-our-eyes--2793/2023-04-20

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Contemplative Living

Contemplative Living

6 Fridays at St Thomas, Chilliwack beginning - Friday, April 21 through to May 26

10 – 11:30am. @ St. Thomas Chilliwack  

Facilitated by Katherine Murray and Lorie Martin

Drop In or register: stthomaschilliwack@gmail.com  

For more infomation visit:

http://vancouver.anglican.ca/events/contemplative-living/2023-04-21

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Confirmation Prep Day

Confirmation Prep Day

April 22 10am-3pm (doors at 9:30am) Christ Church Cathedral, 690 Burrard Street downtown Vancouver

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

Register here 
Deadline to Register: April 19, 2023. If you need childcare, deadline is: April 14, 2023

Date of Event: April 22, 2023
Location: Christ Church Cathedral, Vancouver, BC
Cost: $15

Note: this is an optional day and not a pre-requisite for confirmation

For more infomation visit:

http://vancouver.anglican.ca/events/confirmation-prep-day--2561/2023-04-22

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RECONNECT RENEW RECREATE

RECONNECT RENEW RECREATE

Canadian Association for Spiritual Care’s first in-person national conference since the start of the COVID pandemic April 23-25 at the Anvil Conference Centre in New Westminster

Here is a link to Registration and Information.

Featured Speakers

Christina Puchalski MD
Professor of Medicine and Director
George Washington Institute for Spirituality and Health


Evan Adams MD
Deputy Chief Medical Officer of Public Health
Indigenous Services Canada

 

For more infomation visit:

http://vancouver.anglican.ca/events/reconnect-renew-recreate/2023-04-23

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Dismantling Racism Seminars

Dismantling Racism Seminars

One more workshop in the current 2023 Schedule, April 29

Please click on the highlighted date to register and for detailed information.

•             April 29 – St Hilda, Sechelt 

Registration deadline for a seminar is on the Monday prior. A minimum of 15 participants will be required for a seminar to be held.

For more infomation visit:

http://vancouver.anglican.ca/events/dismantling-racism-seminars/2023-04-29

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Celebration of Confirmation Eucharist

Celebration of Confirmation Eucharist

Saturday, May 6, 10:30am, Christ Church Cathedral

 

For more infomation visit:

http://vancouver.anglican.ca/events/celebration-of-confirmation-eucharist/2023-05-06

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Indigenous Studies Program Summer School at VST

Indigenous Studies Program Summer School at VST

ISP is open for registration

ISP Summer School 2023 will be taking place both online and in person this year (for most classes) from July 10-21. They are still waiting on a few course descriptions but if you want to get a peek at what will be offered for summer 2023 please visit the following link for course info and/or to register.

Register before by May 15 to take advantage of the Early Bird discount (certificate/ConEd and Audit registrations only).

 

For more infomation visit:

http://vancouver.anglican.ca/news/indigenous-studies-program-summer-school-at-vst

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Ground Work

Ground Work

Good Ground for Spiritual Seekers - Trinity Term - Thursdays in June of 2023

This the first of two Ground Work terms in 2023 will be facilitated by the Reverends Tellison Glover, Marnie Peterson and Andrew Halladay.

Purpose

Using organizational development tools and spiritual reflective practice, Good Ground for Spiritual Seekers will explore your parish's culture and identity. Your team will use this awareness to shift your parish's attention toward building more meaningful relationships with seekers and newcomers. Come expecting to develop a strategy for implementing new habits that form a more welcoming, engaging, and generous community.

 

For more infomation visit:

http://vancouver.anglican.ca/events/ground-work/2023-06-01

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Recent sermons posted on the diocesan website

Recent sermons posted on the diocesan website

Seeking Spring Even in the Midst of Winter: Palm Sunday

Seeking Spring Even in the Midst of Winter: Palm Sunday

Sermon preached by the Right Reverend John Stephens at his Parish of St. John the Evangelist, North Vancouver during an episcopal visit, April 2, Palm Sunday.

Video, audio and text available

For more infomation visit:

http://vancouver.anglican.ca/media/2023-04-02-seeking-spring-even-in-the-midst-of-winter-palm-sunday

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Chrism Mass Sermon

Chrism Mass Sermon

The Right Reverend J. Neil Alexander

On Tuesday of Holy Week, April 4, 2023, approximately 80 vested and unvested clergy with 40 lay people gathered at Christ Church Cathedral for the Chrism Mass. This is the Celebration of Holy Eucharist with Reaffirmation of Baptismal and Ordination Vows and Blessing of Holy Oils. For 2023 there were two additional components, the collation of two archdeacons and the receipt of Christ Church Cathedral's Prayer Pole.

AUDIO ONLY

 

For more infomation visit:

http://vancouver.anglican.ca/media/2023-04-04-chrism-mass-sermon

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Bishop's Schedule

Bishop's Schedule

Thursday, April 6, Maundy Thursday - Evening liturgy (7pm), CCC

Friday, April 7, Good Friday - Eucharist 3pm at CCC. The bishop will also be serving at the Maundy Café lunch for CCC neighbours, 11:30 am

Saturday, April 8 - Easter Vigil, 8:30 pm, CCC

Easter Sunday - 8am, 10:30am, 1:30pm, CCC (preaching)

Thursday, April 13 - Chairing the meeting of diocesan leadership (Dean, Archdeacons, Synod office Leadership Team)

Sunday, April 16 - Episcopal Visit to St. Anselm's, UBC (70th Anniversary Celebration)

April 17-21 - National House of Bishops in Niagara Falls

Saturday, April 22 - Confirmation Preparation Day at Christ Church Cathedral

 

 

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