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Welcome to the June 1, 2023 E-NewsHappy Birthday to Bishop John, today, June 1! |
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Happy Birthday MargeryOn May 23, 2023, Margery Kellett, ODNW turned 101! On the Feast of Pentecost, 2023 which was Sunday, May 28, the Christ Church Cathedral community celebrated Margery's birthday following the 10:30 Celebration of the Eucharist with a party in the hall. As you can see it featured a 101 Dalmatians Cake. Photos: Jane Dittrich |
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Anglican Church Women - AGMThe 2023 ACW AGM with the theme from Micah 6:7 "walk humbly with your God" took place at St. Thomas, Vancouver, Saturday, May 27. For more coverage of the day, please follow this link. Bishop John Stephens was the preacher and presider at the Eucharist and he also installed the 2023 Directors. The guest speaker was Dr. Scott Brubacher, the Executive Director of the Anglican Foundation. The photo shows the Current Board with Scott Brubacher and Bishop John. Photo taken at the May, 2023 AGM BACK ROW: Beth, Kelly, Chaplain Miranda |
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Evensong for Pentecost - Gift of the Spirit at St. Mary's, KerrisdaleOn May 28, 2023 at 4pm, St. Mary's, Kerrisdale celebrated Evensong for the Feast of Pentecost and to honour the parish's Music Director, Brigid Coult and her over 21 years of ministry at St. Mary's. Brigid Coult is retiring and her last Sunday as Music Director will be Sunday, June 4, 2023.
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Thanks to Members of Synod from SOIOver the course of the two days, May 12 & 13, the Members of the 122nd Synod donated approximately $9,000 to the ministry of the Street Outreach Initiative. |
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Bishop John Stephens's Pentecost 2023 Video MessageIn his 2023 Pentecost video message linked here, Bishop John explores the arrival and the enduring presence of the Holy Spirit within the context of the recently concluded Synod (May 12 & 13, 2023) and the decisions made at that 122nd Synod.
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High Tea for the CoronationOn Thursday, May 4, at St George's, Maple Ridge, the Oasis 50+ group met for High Tea to honour the Coronation of King Charles III. Guests arrived dressed in their finest: the women in elegant dresses and Facinators, or fancy hats. Everyone was shown to tables displaying the finest china plates and teacups. |
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Chris Harper installed as national Anglican Indigenous Archbishop |
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Sacred Circle ratifies Covenant and Our Way of Life |
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General Synod to meet for the first time since 2019 |
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A New Yet Distant MusicI am sitting in this aisle seat, settling down for an early morning flight east. As I pick up the headset and finger the dial around to the classical band a voice announces the program items. There is a mention of Beethoven and Mozart, their names and music so familiar yet so distant in time they have become their music, no longer persons to us. Then suddenly I hear the name of an old friend whom my wife and I met when we first arrived in Ottawa in those long-ago fifties. |
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Tast and See for Summer 2023Please find linked here the Summer 2023 issue of Taste and See….
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Christ Church MosaicThere are just a few spots left for the 2023-24 school term for affordable community living for Christian students close to downtown Edmonton. Christ Church Mosaic is a house next door to Christ Church Parish where six young adults from various parts of the country live out their faith and their lives together. Apply to be a resident for the 2023-24 term by completing the form linked here. |
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Jobs and Ministry Positions |
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Sampling of Events |
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Art, Nature & SpiritualityFacilitator: Rev. Lorie Martin For the five Fridays in June we will enjoy connecting with God, ourselves, and each other through nature experiences and art expressions. 5 Fridays in June (Following the 10am Healing Eucharist) Coffee/tea/goodies provided No fee – donations gratefully received. |
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Being A Good AncestorHow do we share the responsibility of the disruptive work of reconciliation? Join in conversation and learning with Rikki Kooy, Racelle Kooy, and Kerry Baisley as we start on our year-long learning journey as we continue to walk the path of truth and reconciliation. Learn more about this year-long series, Being a Good Ancestor. |
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Eco-Pilgrimage with St George's, Fort LangleyGroups of five people will depart the trailhead every twenty minutes for the approximately forty-five minute stroll. Times must be booked in advance. Please register for the pilgrimage or pilgrimage & supper by email at office@stgeorgeanglican.ca.
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Cedar String Quartet |
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Education for Ministry - Graduation EucharistAll are welcome. Bishop John will be present to preside and assist in distributing the Certificates |
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Anglican Evangelism for Ordinary PeopleDo you love your church? Do you wish it was easier to share your faith? Fear not! The Rev. Scott Gunn will lead us in exploring some practical and inviting ways we can all share our faith with others. |
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Organist Amiel Elfert in Concert |
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Iona Prayer at St. Mary'sA gorgeous way to end the day and a perfect reset for the week ahead. Reflection, prayer, quiet meditation and song in the chancel at St. Mary's. St. Mary's Kerrisdale |
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Finding God in the WorkplaceA four-week in-person Bible study facilitated by Deacon Jeffrey Preiss at Christ Church Cathedral, Vancouver. As a cohort, we will explore four themes: Theology of Work, Integrity in the Workplace, Loving our Co-Workers, and Redeeming our Work. Register for all four sessions using this link.
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Lifelong Formation Planning WorkshopA full-day workshop to identify the core elements of faith formation that will work in your parish and begin a 3 year plan for building formation across ages and stages. It's about durable, sustainable, team-based work to grow disciples across the generations. In this program you will learn more about the vision and practices of lifelong faith formation, and how to create a plan for lifelong faith formation in your church. In Lifelong Faith: Formation for All Ages and Generations seven elements are essential for developing lifelong faith formation in the next decade and beyond—to transform faith formation in your church. |
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Sweet Strawberry Social and ConcertOur team of volunteers are ready to make this year’s Strawberry Social a memorable and wonderful experience, as we celebrate the return of Early Music Vancouver with a concert. The concert starts at 1pm, followed by the first seating of our strawberry social. Can't make the concert? Don't worry, we have a second seating at 3pm. Just looking for some home made dessert to enjoy at home, we have you covered with pick up only take out orders available. We have something for everyone!
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Dance the Minuet! Music of the French BaroqueDon't miss the first concert by the new orchestra based at St. Titus. Works performed will include: Charpentier, Lully and Handel Tickets $20 from orchestra members or at Eventbrite St. Titus, 680 49th Avenue, west of Cambie |
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Babylon - Daniel's Courage in CaptivityAt Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, 1504 Sprice Ave., Coquitlam. If you are interested, contact Jason Wood, St. Laurence's Youth and Family Minister, at stlyouthandfam@gmail.com. |
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ASPIRE - Bible CampLooking for something this summer for kids? Always wished there was a place to invite families over the summer to grow deeper in faith, play in community, and grow together in love? Aspire Bible Camp is coming this summer, and we want you! REGISTER NOW, before it fills up! |
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Bishop's ScheduleSunday, June 4 - Episcopal Visit to Holy Trinity, Vancouver Tuesday, June 6, 7pm - EfM Graduation Eucharist, Holy Trinity Cathedral, New Westminster Wednesday, June 7 - Retired Clergy and Spouses Spring Luncheon at St. Mary's, Kerrisdale Sunday, June 11 - Episcopal Visit to St. David and St. Paul, Powell River
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