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Archbishop Stephens Sends Letter to Archbishop of Canterbury
This Wednesday, March 25, Archbishop Sarah Mullally will be formally installed as the new Archbishop of Canterbury. She will become the first woman to hold that position.
Archbishop John Stephens has sent a letter expressing his and the diocese’s support for Archbishop Mullally as she steps into this new role.
You can read the letter here.
The Installation Service at Canterbury Cathedral will be livestreamed. You can watch the livestream here.
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New Bishop of Yukon
On Saturday, March 21 the Diocese of Yukon elected the Very Rev. Vincent Fenga as their 13th Bishop.
Please join us in congratulating Bishop-Elect Vincent Fenga and the Diocese of Yukon at this special time.
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Memorial Service Douglas Hambidge
As was announced recently, Archbishop Douglas Hambidge died on March 2, 2026 in Calgary.
The Memorial Service for Archbishop Hambidge will take place Saturday, March 28 at 4pm at Holy Nativity Church in Calgary. The Venerable Brian Vickers will preside, and Archbishop John Stephens will preach.
The service will be live streamed. The stream will be available here: https://www.facebook.com/holynativitycalgary
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Diocesan Youth: Make Way Sleepover
For youth aged 11 to 18: Join us at the Synod Office for this youth event hosted by the DYM! The evening kicks off at 7 pm with a welcome and icebreaker games. Please ensure you have dinner beforehand! Our theme will explore Holy Week and Easter in our session.
Following this, we'll gather in the Sanctuary for worship and creative prayer. After some snacks and socializing, we'll enjoy games before winding down for the night, watching a movie, and sleeping in the sanctuary space. After (hopefully) some rest, we'll enjoy a hot breakfast before parental pickup at 12 Noon. Register HERE.
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Mission Conference
Mission Conference 2026 takes place Saturday, May 30. The theme is “Moving in Mission, Guided by Spirit.” Archbishop Michael Curry, former presiding bishop of the Episcopal Church, will be the keynote speaker.
The conference will also feature breakout sessions with presenters: Ray Aldred, Mark Glanville, Ross Lockhart, Jessica Schaap, Rikki Kooy, and Lauren Pinkney.
There is a weekend of events planned around the conference. Join us on Friday, May 29 at 7:30pm at Christ Church Cathedral for “Sing Without Ceasing,” a Choir Festival featuring liturgical choirs from around the diocese. The conference takes place May 30 at the Synod Office (1410 Nanton Ave). The weekend concludes with a Eucharist service at Christ Church Cathedral on Sunday, May 31 at 10:30am.
Full speaker listings and registration will be landing in in-boxes in the days ahead.
Registration is FREE. Childcare will be available.
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St Philip's Director of Music to Retire
After a quarter-century, Michael Murray retires as St Philip’s Director of Music on May 31.
Murray also taught at UBC, founded the award-winning a cappella chamber choir Musica Intima, directed Abendmusik Vesper Choir, and worked with musicians of all kinds.
Michael has worked with four rectors, all younger, he notes wryly.
Archbishop John Stephens writes “Michael likes lots of things in life: good choral music, a rousing organ piece, a barnburner of a hymn, and all sorts of other things related to music.”
Read full story HERE
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It is with profound sadness that we announce the death of Moira Morgan, ODNW. Moira passed on the afternoon of Monday, March 16th, after a short infection due to complications from young-onset Alzheimer’s disease. She returned to the arms of God with deep peace, surrounded by her loving family.
Moira was an incredible force for compassion and goodness in a world that needed it desperately. She served the world and the Church with courage, gentleness, and steadfastness for many years, offering both music and leadership from her human resources background. In retirement, she enjoyed travelling the world with her many friends and family members, delighting in new sights, sounds, and souls. She was a loving and devoted partner and mother, as well as an ardent auntie and soul friend to more people than we could ever name.
Her family is thankful for the love and prayers of the faithful during her years-long battle with dementia. For the moment, we ask for privacy as we navigate a world without our beautiful, powerful Moira. Condolences can be received by the office at Christ Church Cathedral. (690 Burrard St., Vancouver, V6C 2L1. reception@thecathedral.ca)
In lieu of flowers, donations to the Alzheimer’s Society of British Columbia are most appreciated.
A service will be held at Christ Church Cathedral, the date of which will be announced once it is confirmed.
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SAVE THE DATE: IMPORTANT DIOCESAN DATES 2026
- March 31: Chrism Mass. 12:15pm at Christ Church Cathedral
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May 4 to 6 - Clergy Conference. Register HERE by April 20.
- May 9: Confirmations. 10:30am At Christ Church Cathedral
- May 30: Mission Conference
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August 4 - 6: "You are the Salt of the Earth," Diocese of Islands and Inlets Summer Retreat.
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Confirmation Prep Day
Archbishop John Stephens and the Mission and Ministry staff of the Diocese of New Westminster invite all those being confirmed, reaffirmed or received into the Anglican Church this year to join us for a day of learning, conversation and worship.
Explore your spiritual gifts. Ask the big questions. Get up close and personal to a sacred space. This one day event, hosted by Archbishop John, is for all youth and adults who are preparing for confirmation, reception into the Anglican Church, or reaffirmation of baptismal vows.
WHEN: April 18
TIME: 10am to 3pm
WHERE: 1410 Nanton Ave (Synod Office)
Details and Registration HERE.
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Exploring Licensed Lay Ministry
The diocese has recently expanded the possibilities for licensed lay ministry. Are you discerning whether you are called to one of them? Or wondering if this might be a good thing in your parish? Come for a day of discernment, information, and conversation.
Date: Saturday, April 11th
Time: 10:00am - 12:30pm
Place: St. Cuthbert's Anglican Church, 11601 82 Ave, Delta
Register: here
Full details about the session HERE.
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AROUND THE DIOCESE
Full event listing available here
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March 28 - Calgary: Memorial Service of Archbishop Douglas Hambidge
March 29 - St. David's, Powell River
March 31 - Chrism Mass
Holy Week Triduum - Christ Church Cathedral
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