May 2022 Archives - Faith Tides

Parish of Salt Spring Island looks to the future

Naomi Racz — Mon, 02 May 2022 02:05:23 +0000

Even though it is the largest of the Gulf Islands, there are a surprising number of churches on Salt Spring Island. The Anglican parish alone has supported six churches over the years, and is currently home to St Mark (1889), St Mary (1894) and All Saints by-the-Sea (1994). Part of the reason for this abundance […]

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Women’s Retreat quietly building community

Naomi Racz — Mon, 02 May 2022 02:04:53 +0000

The Women’s Retreat has been running since 2004, when it was established by Pam Orman, a retired priest of the diocese. It was originally coordinated by Diane Marks and held at Camp Columbia. In its early years, the retreat faced a number of setbacks and obstacles, including the closure of Camp Columbia, and Diane’s announcement, […]

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Q&A with a military chaplain

Naomi Racz — Mon, 02 May 2022 02:03:33 +0000

Sarah Priebe is a military chaplain at CFB Esquimalt and a parishioner of the Church of the Advent, Colwood. Faith Tides editor Naomi Racz spoke to Sarah to find out more about what a military chaplain does and the role that chaplains and faith play within the military. This interview has been edited for length […]

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St Peter celebrates Earth Day

Tony Reynolds — Mon, 02 May 2022 02:02:29 +0000

On April 22, St Peter, Comox, transformed its gardens into a celebration for Earth Day. For any who have been discouraged by hearing so much about the climate crisis, exhibitors from across the Comox Valley set up booths and displays to demonstrate numerous ways individuals can make a practical difference. Comox Valley Nature, Save Our […]

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Diocesan council approves property sales, puts refugee sponsorship on hold

Anna van der Hooft — Mon, 02 May 2022 02:01:21 +0000

Diocesan council met online on Thursday, April 27, 2022. Bishop Anna opened the meeting by introducing the Stockdale paradox, which is the ability to have unfailing hope that you will prevail in the end, at the same time as having the courage to face “the most brutal facts of your current reality.” This idea comes from […]

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Staff departures at the synod office

Faith Tides — Mon, 02 May 2022 02:00:28 +0000

Catherine Pate is no longer serving as communications officer for the diocese. We are grateful to Catherine for the work she has done for the diocese over the past six years, and we wish her well in all her future endeavors. For communications enquiries or support, please contact Anna van der Hooft, administrative assistant, at […]

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