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Justice Unit Member Attends United Nations meeting on Nuclear Disarmament
Diocesan Justice Unit member Katherine Murray took part in two back to back pilgrimages, of sorts, to further Canada's role in peace building. On November 15, 2024 Murray boarded a train to Ottawa along with members of other Churches. Their aim was to raise awareness of Canada's potential role in peace building, and to ask the federal government to fund a Centre of Excellence for Peace and Justice focused on research, education, and training in conflict resolution, diplomacy, and peace operations. On March 2 some of the Peace Train delegation embarked on a second journey: To the United Nations in New York to take part in the Third Meeting of States Parties to the Treaty on the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons. They traveled to New York along with MP Elizabeth May.
Katherine Murray shared this reflection about her experience at the UN meeting.
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Parochial Reports
It is time, once again, to submit Parochial Reports. The Wonderworker portal is now open. The deadline for parochial returns is March 31st. This is a firm deadline. Detailed instructions have been sent out to the parishes.
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Anglican Foundation Call for Proposals
The Anglican Foundation of Canada’s 2025 Request for Proposals (RFP) for Community Ministry Partnerships as been announced!
This year, The Anglican Foundation of Canada is looking for transformational initiatives that establish or expand community partnerships and bring people together in meaningful ways.
Now is the time to start dreaming, planning, and building connections! There is $50,000 in funding available, and applications open September 1—so take the next few months to explore opportunities, gather your team, and get ready to apply!
Applications open Sept. 1
Further details available here.
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SAVE THE DATE: IMPORTANT DIOCESAN DATES 2025
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May 5-7: Clergy Conference
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May 30 - 31 Diocesan Synod at the Italian Cultural Centre.
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June 14: Confirmations
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June 21: Ordinations
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November 17-19: Clergy Retreat
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WHAT'S ON
A full listing of upcoming events is available here.
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Treasurer's Training & Fellowship Day
The Diocesan Learning Centre is pleased to offer a day-long gathering focused on the processes and best practices of being a parish treasurer. This peer-led day will cover the following topics: big picture responsibilities, data management, receipts, payments,funds to ministries, planning and reporting,software, who and where to ask for help.
WHEN: April 12
WHERE: Diocesan Office, 1410 Nanton Ave
TIME: 10am to 3pm
Details and registration HERE.
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Clergy Conference 2025
The Diocese of New Westminster's Clergy Conference takes place May 5, 6 and 7 at the Delta Marriott in Whistler.
The guest speaker is Prof. HyeRan Kim-Cragg, Principal at Emmanuel College at the University of Toronto. Prof. Kim-Cragg will be speaking about Ecologically Sound Preaching: Tapping into the Wisdom from the EARTH.
Registration and hotel details available here.
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AROUND THE DIOCESE
A full listing of upcoming events is available here.
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ST PHILIP'S LECTURE SERIES
St Philip's Centennial Lecture Series continues with John Helliwell speaking on "Caring and Sharing: A Global Analysis of Happiness and Kindness"
John Helliwell of the Vancouver School of Economics, is one of the founding editors of the World Happiness Report.
This lecture is free, but you are asked to reserve a ticket here.
WHEN: Friday, April 4, 7:00 pm, St Philip’s Church, 3737 W 27th Ave.
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New Worship Service at Christ Church Cathedral
Christ Church Cathedral is pleased to offer Sundays@4, a new weekly Evening Prayer service with music in a variety of styles, including traditional Choral Evensong, Taizé, Holden Evening Prayer, Organ Vespers, and Broadway Vespers.
These services take place at 4pm. They are led by the Cathedral Clergy and run in-person only (no livestream) for about 45 minutes, under the musical direction of Dr. Neil Cockburn. All are welcome to attend.
The full schedule is available Cathedral web site:
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Archbishop's Calendar
March 13 to 31 - Study Leave
March 30 - Holy Cross, Vancouver
March 31 to April 4 - National House of Bishops
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POSITION: Rector
CHURCH: Church of the Epiphany, Surrey
DEADLINE: April 24, 2025
The Bishop of the Diocese of New Westminster is seeking applications for the position of Rector of the Church of the Epiphany, Surrey. This is a full-time, permanent position.
To learn more about the parish community, read the full job description and get application details, click HERE.
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POSITION: Rector
CHURCH: St. Hilda's, Sechelt
DEADLINE: April 24, 2025
The Bishop of the Diocese of New Westminster is seeking applications for the position of Rector of the Parish of St Hilda, Sechelt. This is a full-time, permanent position.
The full job description, parish profile and application details are available HERE.
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POSITION: Children's Ministry Assistant
CHURCH: Christ Church Cathedral
DEADLINE: until filled
Christ Church Cathedral is hiring a part-time Children's Ministry Assistant.
The Children’s Ministry Assistant will work with children, their families, clergy, volunteers and
other staff members to provide opportunities for children to learn, grow and work together for
the transformation of the world.
Full job description and application details available HERE.
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HAVE NEWS OR AN UPCOMING EVENT TO SHARE?
-Want to submit an article for Topic? Contact Alicia with your proposal at least eight weeks before the publication date.
-Have an event to include on the diocesan on-line events calendar? Send us details three weeks before your event.
-Something newsworthy happening in your parish? Contact Alicia with information and we'll find the best way to share it with the diocese.
You can contact Alicia at communications@vancouver.anglican.ca
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