Join us at the church or via Zoom for a special event in honour of Black History Month....

Race and Christianity: A Primer 

Presented by:

William Geimer, Barrister & Solicitor, Ret. 

Neil C. Skinner QC, Ret. 

Rev. Ingrid Andersen

This event is an open disussion about racism in our communities. 

Come join us on Sunday, February 20 at 1:30 PM at the church or via Zoom by clicking on the link below. Q&A and discussion will follow the presentations.

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The global pandemic has been a challenging time of loss, frustration, and overwhelming change. So many of us have been unable to attend church services in person… and discovered new ways to worship and encounter God outside of our church doors. 

In her much-loved classic, An Altar in the World: A Geography of faith, Anglican spiritual author Barbara Brown Taylor leads us on a journey to discover God in the places and spaces around us, deepening our faith in the process.  The book reflects on such practices as walking and meditation and considers practical ways to experience the sacred in all that we do. By paying attention and noticing the sights, smells and sounds all around us, our actions have the potential to deepen our relationship with God. 

Reverend Ingrid and Reverend Colleen invite you to discussion and reflection on this transforming journey in a 7-part Lenten book study that begins on the last Thursday of this month. The seven sessions will take place on Zoom on Thursday evenings throughout Lent, starting this month on February 24th, from 7pm – 8.30pm. You are invited to participate as you are able. Recordings of the sessions will be available. If neither of these options work for you, you might choose to read the book and discuss it informally with others. 

Purchase the book: “An Altar in the World” may be available at local bookstores. It is available on Amazon in hardcopy, kindle and audiobook: https://www.amazon.ca/Altar-World-Geography-Faith/dp/0061370479 

An Altar in the World Lent Book Study

Rev. Ingrid reports that there was a good turnout to the first Movie Club on Sunday, despite the Super Bowl! For those who were not able to join us, you can find a fun family activity discussion handout and colouring sheet here -->

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1ez_87vJ6YxLptt-bojzP1zvBScN1-7B1/view?usp=sharing   

Do let Rev. Ingrid know if there are movies that you would like to suggest for Movie Club events - that will deepen our faith and will spark great discussion. 

Mark your calendars for our Annual General Meeting, which is scheduled to take place February 27th at 12 pm via Zoom.

The annual and financial reports are now available in the Narthex. Mail-in voting ballots and proxy forms are also available for anyone unable to be present through Zoom on the day of the meeting.

Please email the office (admin@colwoodanglican.ca) if you are unable to come in and pick up a report.

At the last council meeting on February 15th, it was confirmed that there will be two open membership spots available for Parish Council 2022. A parish council member serves a 3 year term. The council meets on the third Tuesday of every month.

If you are interested or would like to nominate someone for the role, please contact the wardens at wardens@colwoodanglican.ca or the parish office prior to or at the AGM on February 27th.

A training session will be offered on Monday, February 21st at 9:30 am. This is a wonderful opportunity to learn how to film and operate the equipment for our livestream services. We welcome anyone who is interested in this very important ministry. Young people are welcome too! 

You can contact the wardens at wardens@colwoodanglican.ca, or just show up if you decide to come at the last minute. All are welcome.

For your time of quiet reflection and preparation, here are the readings we will share this Sunday in our worship services:                                                                                                                

Genesis 45:3-11, 15

Psalm 37: 1-12, 41-42

1 Corinthians 15:35-38, 42-50

Luke 6:27-38

Just a friendly reminder again to please return your church key if you find you no longer need it and have also not obtained a security passcode. Our intention is to reduce any risk of falsely triggering the alarm system. The City of Colwood will penalize us if the police or fire department is dispatched due to a false alarm.

Keys may be returned to the parish office. Office hours are Monday to Thursday, 9 am to noon. We sincerely thank you for your cooperation. 

Happy Birthday to Peggy who will be celebrating her 90th birthday on February 23rd!!

Many blessings and best wishes are sent to you, Peggy!

Please make note of these upcoming dates...

Feb. 20 - Black History Month at Church of the Advent - Discussion, Q & A @ 1:30 PM in the Church Sanctuary and via Zoom

Feb. 21 – Family Day Holiday (Parish office is closed)

Feb. 22 – What-Sew-Ever @ 10 am

Feb. 23 – Choir Practice @ 7 pm

Feb. 27 – AGM via Zoom @ 12 pm

March 16 – Ladies Guild Meeting @ 1:30 pm 

The Rev MJ Leewis-Kirk has resigned as incumbent of St Peter, Quamichan, so that she may retire. Her last day will be May 1, 2022. Please pray for the parish of St Peter as they prepare to enter into a transition period, and for MJ as she prepares to embark on a new journey of life and ministry. 

The Rev Selinde Krayenhoff's last day as incumbent at St Mary, Nanoose Bay, is February 24; Selinde will take some time of rest and eventually return to her priestly ministry in a new context. As such, we're pleased to announce that the Rev Alan Naylor has accepted the bishop's appointment as interim priest-in-charge at St Mary, Nanoose Bay, starting on February 27, 2022. 

The Ven Dawna Wall's last day in the diocese is February 27, as she prepares to accept her new post as executive director of the Bethany House of Prayer in Massachesetts. We're pleased to announce that the Right Rev Logan McMenamie will mind St Michael and All Angels, Royal Oak, for the months of March and April. 

The Diocesan Post is now Faith Tides. We've moved online. Read the February issue at faithtides.ca. 

With this issue, we're joined on the new AnglicanNews.ca platform by the Anglican Journal and the Rupert's Land News. Each month, new diocesan publications will be added to AnglicanNews.ca. 

Read about our cross-Canada move online at anglicannews.ca

Intersections: A Dialogue Series is an opportunity to engage with Challenging Racist ‘British Columbia’: 150 Years and Counting (CRBC). Produced as part of the commemorations of 150 years since BC joined Canada, this open-access, multimedia resources documents how the recent cycle of anti-racist activism in this province is part of a broader history of Indigenous, Black and other racialized communities challenging white supremacy for over 150 years. In this seven-week series brings people together in intentional conversations to:       

• encounter our collective past
• locate ourselves as participants in the ongoing story of this place
• explore how to respond faithfully to the truths we find together

...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 above registration link is for the evening series only.

Register to attend via Zoom

Forests and fresh water are essential to life on our planet. Not surprisingly, they also feature prominently in the ritual, ceremony and the sense of the sublime across religious and spiritual traditions. Yet it is becoming apparent that our forests and bodies of water are increasingly at risk. Around the globe, forest and water management has taken center stage in movements of resistance that emphasize ecological protection and Indigenous rights. Do religion and spirituality have a role to play in our understanding of or response to the crisis? Where do we go from here? Join us as our expert panel considers some of the pressing questions of our time.

Tzeporah Berman is an environmental activist, campaigner and writer, and international program director at Stand.earth. 

Deondre Smiles is assistant professor of geography at UVic and a specialist in Indigenous geographies and ways of knowing. 

Christiana Zenner is associate professor of theology, science and ethics at Fordham University and author of Just Water: Theology, Ethics, and Global Water Crises.

Cost $50 including lunch.

Facilitator: Clara Plamondon, archdeacon Cowichan/Malaspina region and incumbent, St Paul, Nanaimo.

The day begins with registration at 9am and ends with Eucharist at 2pm.

NOTE: COVID protocols (masks, vaccine cards, social distancing) will be observed and are subject to change as per public health guidance.

Download the registration form below.

For more information email retreats@bc.anglican.ca.

World Day of Prayer is a global ecumenical movement led by Christian women who welcome you to join in prayer and action for peace and justice.

This year the service was written by the World Day of Prayer committee of England, Wales and Northern Ireland.

The 2022 WDoP service video is available online beginning February 1. Visit the Women's Inter-Church Council of Canada website to watch the video and to learn more about how you and your parish can take part. 

Order homemade marmalade and pies by contacting Lydia at 250-478-4564, or email chezfrogbc@gmail.com.

To purchase TruEarth Laundry Strips, call Jose at 250-857-3025 or 250-857-3025 (cell), or email her at joseinvictoria@shaw.ca. 

For Fairway Cards, please contact Joan at 250-474-5446, or email jnlhoffman@telus.net

The Ladies's Guild very much appreciates everyone's support!