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Facilities Management at St. George'sThe parish leadership team are pleased to announce that we are extending Gary Fisher's Verger duties, to include the role of Facilities Manager. This continues to be a volunteer role and recognizes the many small and large facilities-related work Gary already does. We are grateful for his commitment of time and talent at St. George's. Please feel free to contact Gary with any facilities-related questions, comments or concerns. Photo by Riccardo Annandale on Unsplash |
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Wonderful Wednesdays: What Does Easter Mean to You?What Does Easter Mean to You? For the third and final week, we will explore what Easter means to each of us. Is resurrection real or metaphorical? We will discuss substituional atonement, Christus Victor, penal substitution, and reconciliation theory. We will also talk about sin and miracles, end of life, and our beliefs in Heaven and Hell. No right answers, no wrong questions. We are all on the journey. We hope to see you for this last session. Hosted by The Ven. Eric Partridge March 26, 2025 |
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GVAT Listening Campaign 2025Greater Victoria Acting Together (GVAT) is a coalition of diverse organizations from across Greater Victoria that work together to advocate for issues of common concern. Our Diocese of Islands and Inlets is a member organization of GVAT. Together, we are building a fairer, more sustainable Victoria region. GVAT is currently engaging its member organizations and beyond in a Listening Campaign, with the goal of identifying the issues we need to work on together. Following the campaign, we will develop teams to research and initiate focused action on particular issues. Discerning the most important issues in our time and place is the critical first step. What are our most heartfelt anxieties? What keeps us up at night? The format will be that of "table talks." Participants will have the opportunity to share stories about their most important concerns, with the focus not on church-issues per se, but rather our concerns about the communities and environment we live in. You are invited to join for about an hour at St. George's in Cadboro Bay; Tuesday, March 25 at 1:00pm Please indicate your intention to attend by contacting Amanda in St. George's parish office: 250-472-2090; admin@stgeorgecadborobay.ca This is a wonderful opportunity for us to come together as Anglicans in Greater Victoria, to be the church, alongside others in our communities. We look forward to seeing you there! |
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A Lenten SeriesLent is the season of 40 days leading up to Easter. This season is a time of intentional reflection when we make space in our lives for God to change our hearts in preparation for the new life that awaits us in the resurrection we celebrate at Easter. This year we will share brief videos in a series called Staying Grounded in Times of Chaos. Those who have gone before us have lived in chaotic times as well and passed wisdom on to us as we follow Christ today. In this series, voices across our diocese will share practices from our tradition that help us live out our faith when the world feels crazy. We begin our series with Brendon Neilson, Executive Director. To begin watching the series, please click on the link below. A new video will be released every Wednesday between now and Holy Week.
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Community Events CampaignFrom Shrove Tuesday pancakes and regular Wednesday night community dinners, and on to Maundy Thursday (April 17) when we commemorate the Last Supper, and beyond - we have many opportunities to eat together... this season and throughout the year. "How do we pay for all that?!?" You wonder? Our funding model for our social and community events within and beyond the parish is quite simply that we ask you to contribute to our "Community Events Fund" with a tax-receiptable gift. You may do so once per year, or on an on-going basis. Now is a great time! This can be done by indicating so on your regular envelope or cheque, by using the "Community Events" envelopes (please include your regular envelope number) or online through the "donate" button on the website (please choose "Community Events" tab). This approach allows us to offer generous hospitality to all who come through the doors and frees us from focusing our events on fundraising. Please invite your friends and neighbours to join us anytime, without asking for a little cash out of their pockets. We are grateful for your presence and participation at St. George's, and we look forward to sharing a meal together. |
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Monthly OutreachPWRDF/ Alongside Hope partners with local organizations to foster a more holistic and inclusive approach to development and humanitarian efforts. This ensures that projects are effective, sustainable and respectful of the communities and people they aim to assist. St George’s Social Justice and Outreach Team asks for your support, prayers and donations for this Anglican development agency. This support will enable programme partners to continue serving vulnerable people around the world. |
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Shelbourne Community Kitchen UpdateThe Shelbourne Community Kitchen is excited to share that their renovations are complete! Now comes the task of transitioning the programs and services into the newly upgraded space. This will result in a short interruption of services. Click below for the transition schedule and for a list of alternative food resources to access in the interim. Pictured above: Program Coordinator, Tyler, poses with our friends at Broderson Real Estate, as they unload a wonderful haul of food donations for The Pantry. Thank you, Broderson! (Photo property of Shelbourne Community Kitchen and to be used exclusively for the promotion of the society's work.) |
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The Anglican Award of Merit 2025The recipients of this year's Anglican Award of Merit have been announced: Nancy Hurn, Teresa Mandricks, Jane Osler, Suzanne Rumsey and Canon Ian Alexander! This award was created in 1986 to recognize the outstanding contributions of lay individuals either working or volunteering in the Anglican Church of Canada. It is the highest award a member of the laity can receive. To read the Anglican Journal Article about this year's recipients, CLICK HERE. Congratulations to Canon Ian Alexander of Christ Church Cathedral in Victoria! |
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Prayer in the style of Taizé @ Abbey Church/Emmaus CommunityJoin us TODAY for candles, chants and prayer in the way of Taize. This will be the final installment at Abbey Church/Emmaus Community located downtown in the former First Metropolitan Church (932 Bamoral Rd, Victoria - Quadra St. entrance). Click below for more info and future dates.
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Messy Church @ St. Peter LakehillJoin St. Peter's, Lakehill on the third Friday of every month, 5-7pm. Messy Church is a program for people of ALL AGES. We spend our time singing, praying, playing, making crafts, and at the end of the program provide a simple meal to share together. If you are interested in joining us, please contact Brenda at messychurch@twosaintschurch.ca or leave a message at 250-384-7757. Our website address is: www.twosaintschurch.ca For future dates, click the button below |
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The Victoria Sketch Club Annual Art SaleThe Victoria Sketch Club was founded in 1909 and is the oldest continually operating art club in Western Canada. Past notable members include iconic Canadian artists Emily Carr, Ted Harrison, and Jack Shadbolt. A highlight of each year is our March Annual Members Show and Sale - we hope to see you there! Opening Tuesday, March 18th, 4-7pm Show continues daily: Click below to read more about the Victoria Sketch Club. |
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St. Mary's Metchosin Challenge 2025"The Metchosin Challenge" is a Lenten challenge from St Mary’s church to all the community to live better by being more aware of the issues facing our world. This Challenge is in the form of a speaker series designed for a general audience on a wide range of topics. This year we are exploring modern religion, reaching out to the whole community, not just Anglicans. We are looking at the religions around us from different perspectives; what are some of the different forms of worship and big issues facing us. Join us on Tuesday nights during Lent from March 11th to April 15th at 7pm at St Mary’s Metchosin Church (4125 Metchosin Rd) or on zoom. Click below for more info and the zoom link. |
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Diocesan Book ClubDiocesan Book Club Thursdays from 12-1:15pm via Zoom March 27 - Week 4: Love-tangles of Theology with Juli Mallet
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Taizé Prayer @ St Philip Oak BayTaizé Prayer at St Philip, a renewed and loved tradition, is having its final installment on March 27th. All are welcome to St Philip Oak Bay (St Philip Anglican Church, 2928 Eastdowne Rd (at Neil)) for a candlelit service of song, silence, and contemplation, in the style of the Taizé Community. Click the button below for future dates and more information. |
