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From the Big Apple to the Islands and Inlets

My wife and I are in the thick of packing for our move from New York City to Victoria. Having previously relocated to London and ...
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Bill Tarter as a canon at Christ Church Cathedral

On Sunday, March 5, Bishop Anna Greenwood-Lee will install Bill Tarter as a canon of the chapter of Christ Church Cathedral, Victoria. The service begins ...
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Allen Doerksen as incumbent of St Philip, Oak Bay

Faith Tides congratulates Allen Doerksen, as incumbent of St Philip, Oak Bay, beginning on March 15, 2023.   Allen attended Simon Fraser University where he studied ...
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“Go to a place I will show you”

What would it be like if your rector retired after over 30 years as your priest and pastor? Ask the people of St Philip, Victoria.  ...
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Comfort and healing in Saanich

“Building Trust takes time, but can be shattered in a moment.” Approximately five years ago, Holy Trinity, North Saanich, was asked by the Tsawout First ...
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Appointment of Denise Doerksen

Denise Doerksen has been appointed as incumbent of Holy Trinity, North Saanich beginning on Feb. 15, 2023.  Denise has a Master of Divinity degree from ...
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Ordination of Kirsten Evenden to the priesthood 

  Kirsten Evenden is being ordained to the priesthood at St Mary, Nanoose Bay, this January.  Kirsten has been active in the Anglican church since her ...
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Joyous gifting by the Dorcas ministry

On Oct. 25, 2022, members and friends of the Anglican Church Women (ACW) met at St John the Baptist, Duncan, to sort and pack donations ...
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No stone left alone

Cedar Hill Middle School students visit St Luke, Cedar Hill cemetery for Remembrance Day ceremony  On Nov. 3, 500 students from Cedar Hill Middle School ...
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FUNraising and breaking bread at St Peter, Comox

Comox is the home of many Canadian Forces members. Because of the town’s beautiful surroundings and its mild climate, it is an ideal retirement place ...
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Under the orange roof: of raccoons and reconciliation

In 2019, St Anne & St Edmund, Parksville celebrated its 125th anniversary. On the list of projects for our anniversary was the renewal of our ...
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Addressing parishioner loneliness through gratitude

A while ago, I was talking with a senior parishioner. She’s involved in three ministries in the church, often drives others to appointments, and has ...
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“Relearning Trust” with Cynthia Bourgeault

From Sunday, Sept. 25 to Thursday, Sept. 29, 50 people from Canada and the United States gathered in person at the Bethlehem Centre, to share ...
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Churches offer pet blessings in honour of St Francis of Assisi

In early October, churches across the diocese offered pet blessings during their Sunday services, in honour of St Francis of Assisi, patron saint of animals, ...
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A pilgrimage close to home

What happens when a vision of pilgrimage meets reality? Aches, laughter, sunburn, friendships and more — and above all, learning that brings connection and peace.    ...
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