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Spanish Language Anglican ServiceJoin us for a lively and joyful Eucharist service in Spanish followed by a delicious potluck meal - often with a band accompanying the meal. |
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Outdoor Eucharist Service and BarbecueLet's take our 10 o'clock worship outside this Sunday! The weather is beautiful, and offers us the opportunity to worship God under the blue sky, allowing us to appreciate God's creation, as we prepare for the Season of Creation in September. When: Sunday 24th August, 10 AM. What to do: Please sign up on the sign-up sheet in the Narthex to indicate whether you are bringing a side, a salad or a dessert, and whether you can help with setup and tidying up afterwards. Please note that the 10 AM service on 24th August will not be livestreamed.
(Picture from last year's Church Camp Eucharist) |
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Intersections CourseThe Diocese has a superb course on our history in BC, looking at the way that we have interacted across cultures and race, beginning with the very first colonists. Sr. Ingrid has completed the course, and found it interesting, challenging and immensely rewarding. Often, we prefer not to engage with uncomfortable subjects, but there is a lot to be learned about ourselves and the unspoken background of the society in which we live. To introduce you to what is possible with this course, please watch this brief video with Bishop Anna. This seven-week online series brings people together in intentional conversations to:
...so we can participate with God in restoring creation and affirming the dignity of all people. A team of trained moderators will offer will offer each of the seven sessions which are based on the information covered in the CRBC project, using video, song, prayer, self-refection exercises, readings and group discussions. The Church of the Advent will be engaging in this course during September and October, on Tuesday nights at 7 PM (skipping the third Tuesday of each month). |
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Could you help out with children's clothing?The Victoria Women's Transition House is in urgent need of children's clothing and are asking for assistance in stocking their near-empty shelves. When families arrive at the Emergency Shelter, they often arrive with very few belongings. Having children's clothing on hand makes a big difference in helping kids feel safe and cared for right away. New or gently used donations are welcome. They're especially looking for : -Long sleeve shirts (girls 2T-5 , Boys 2T-10/12) Thank you for helping kids feel comfortable as their families settle into shelter! - The Compassion in Action Ministry. |
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VigilThis International Overdose Awareness Day, we come together as one big family to take action on overdose. Join our musical director, Nell Howard, as she tells her story and that of her son.
The overdose crisis doesn’t just shatter our families, it fractures our communities. The losses go deeper than one person, one family or one neighborhood. They ripple out into classrooms, workplaces and the spaces we all share. They cross borders between cities, states and nations.
But in a time when people are searching for connection and safety, overdose also reminds us that our lives are deeply intertwined. We often instinctively protect our own – our children, our parents, our siblings. We believe in second chances for our loved ones but struggle to extend that same compassion to others. But what if we saw each other as one big family, bound not just by blood, but by shared experiences, responsibility and commitment to each other?
This International Overdose Awareness Day let’s imagine a new meaning of what family can be. A family driven by hope, love and action. We are one big family – not just because we share in the pain of loss, but because we share in the power to change what comes next.
This August 31, we move beyond awareness. We organize, we show up, and we take action. Because no one should carry this grief alone. Every story shared, every voice raised and every step we take brings us closer to a future free from overdose.
Join our musical director, Nell Howard, as she tells her story and that of her son Caleb.
Date of Vigil: Sunday August 31, 7 PM
Where: Broad View United Church (3703 St. Aidan's St.)
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Jazz Vespers - September 21st @ 7 PMWe are thrilled to welcome back Broke and Blue - pianist Kathryn Le Gros and flutist Diane Berry for our next Jazz Vespers service! This is NOT TO BE MISSED! Broke and Blue came together when Kathryn and Diane first discovered their mutual love of the music of French jazz pianist, Claude Bolling (1930-2020). With two suites for flute and jazz piano, as well as a number of other pieces, there is a rich choice available. Bolling’s fusion of classical and jazz elements in his work is a wonderful vehicle for these two classically trained, versatile musicians. Both are experienced performers, connected to a number of ensembles in and around Victoria, embracing a number of different genres and styles. In the years since forming Broke and Blue, they have performed at Hermann’s Jazz Club, for jazz vespers in a number of local churches, created videos for Vancouver Symphony’s Day of Music, performed Unsworth Winery, corporate functions, and live-streamed a concert for Augmented Trio Promotions. Sunday 21st September at 7 PM. Suggested donation at the door: $20. |
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From the Parish LibraryThis is the second week on the Top Shelf for this selection of books about the love and grace of God: Nadia Bolz-Weber. Accidental Saints: Finding God in All the Wrong People. Peter J. Gomes. The Scandalous Gospel of Jesus: What's So Good About the Good News? Brenning Manning. The Ragamuffin Gospel: Embracing the Unconditional Love of God. Philip Yancey. What's So Amazing About Grace? Anne Lamott. Small Victories: Spotting Improbable Moments of Grace. The Classic Treasury of Children’s Prayers. Compiled by Susan Cuthbert and illustrated by Alison Jay. The Twenty-Third Psalm. Written by Alice Joyce Davidson and illustrated by Victoria Marshall. To borrow any book, fill out a green loan slip from the small bookcase in the narthex, and put it in the pink box labelled “Library.” If you are returning a book, fill out a yellow return slip, put it in the Library box, and leave your book beside or under the box; please do not reshelve it. Thank you. |
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Thursday Evening Bible StudyAll are welcome to join us on Thursdays for our relaxed, lively and interesting Zoom online Bible Study, to discuss the readings for the upcoming Sunday. The readings are posted in this newsletter. No experience or prior knowledge is needed. Time: 6 PM - 7 PM. Zoom Link: https://bc-anglican-ca.zoom.us/j/88378461340?pwd=cU9wSUNEZG02M3h3bGVrUmpyMjRNZz09 Meeting ID: 883 7846 1340 |
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Readings for this Sunday's ServiceReadings for this Sunday's services: JEREMIAH 1:4-10 PSALM 71:1-6 HEBREWS 12:18-29 LUKE 13:10-17 Read Sunday's readings online: |
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Mark Your CalendarsAug 23 Spanish Service & potluck, 6 pm Aug 24 Outdoor Eucharist and Barbecue (back lawns)
Sept 6 Taize Service, 5 pm Sept 10 Community Coffee Social, 9:30-11 am Sept 14 Welcome Back Sunday Sept 15-17 Provincial School for Congregational Development Sept 16 Parish Council Mtg, 7 pm Sept 21 Safe Church Training (after 10 AM service) Sept 24 Ladies Guild Lunch, 12 pm Sept 27 Spanish Service & potluck, 6 pm Sept 28 Parish Welcome Coffee Sept 29 Book Sale Prep Week starts
Oct 3 Book Pre-Sale Oct 4 BOOK SALE DAY Oct 5 Blessing of the Animals, 2 pm, church lawn Oct 25 Order of the Diocese of B.C. |
