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The Chronicle (August 20, 2026) – The Cathedral Newsletter
THE CHRONICLE

THE CHRONICLE

YOUR WEEKLY UPDATE ON CATHEDRAL NEWS AND EVENTS

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Parking
If you attend in person on Sundays, a special parking rate is available at the Park Place Parkade. Rate details are available here. The 2026 parking code is 20260073.

Missed a service?
You can watch past live-streamed services on our YouTube channel — click to watch the ones you missed or rewatch the ones you enjoyed!

Parking Updates: Park Place Parkade

Parking Updates: Park Place Parkade

  • New Parking Code: Due to a meter update, a new code is now active (20260073, valid until January 1, 2027; the old code is now deactivated).

  • Elevator Lobby Refresh (Aug 20 – Oct 11): Phased upgrade work (demolition, tiling, and painting) is starting in the parkade elevator lobbies. To minimize disruption, work will happen nightly (from 7:00 p.m.) and on weekends. Please watch for on-site signage regarding temporary access adjustments.

Questions? Please reach out to Precise ParkLink BC at 604-235-1380 or monthlyparkingbc@precisebi.com.

Cathedral Summer Updates

Clergy Away Dates: Rev. Areeta will be away from August 17—September 8. 

Maundy Café Summer Break: The Maundy Café is currently on summer break. We will reopen on Thursday, September 10.

Cathedral Coffee Hour Update: We have a new Cookie Ministry Coordinator, Michael Burnside! You can contact Michael at burnside604@gmail.com for any questions or concerns. We are still looking for a Coffee Hour Ministry Coordinator. If you're interested, please email Nicky Seppala at volunteer@thecathedral.ca.

Dean Chris Welcomes the Reverend Dr. Charles Meeks as Honourary Assistant Priest

Dean Chris Welcomes the Reverend Dr. Charles Meeks as Honourary Assistant Priest

Photo: William Pleydon / Diocese of Niagara

I am delighted to welcome the Reverend Dr. Charles Meeks to our clergy team as an Honourary Assistant Priest.

Charles and his family are new to Vancouver, having recently made the move west as he takes up his new role at the Vancouver School of Theology as Associate Professor and Director of Anglican Formation and Studies. At VST, Charles will...

For more infomation visit:

http://thecathedral.ca/news/dean-chris-welcomes-the-reverend-dr-charles-meeks-as-honourary-assistant-priest

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CATHEDRAL LIFE

The Feast of the Creator and the Season of Creation

Dean Chris reflects on an ancient Christian tradition finding new expression in the worship of the Anglican Church of Canada.

Christians sometimes speak as though care for creation were a recent addition to the life of the Church. It is not. For centuries, the Orthodox Church has begun its ecclesiastical year on September 1, the Feast of the Indiction, with prayer that embraces the whole created order. In 1989...

Whispers of a Dream

Whispers of a Dream

Date: Friday, August 28th, 2026    
Time: 7:30pm
Doors: 7:00pm
Location: Christ Church Cathedral, 690 Burrard Street, Vancouver, BC
Admission: By donation at the door.

Join us in the sanctuary of Christ Church Cathedral for a special concert
showcasing the remarkable journey of one of British Columbia's emerging young opera singers. At just 19, North Vancouver soprano Keava McCormack has already shared the stage with world-renowned tenor Andrea Bocelli, made her professional opera debut with Vancouver Opera, and emerged as one of the...

 

For more infomation visit:

http://thecathedral.ca/events/whispers-of-a-dream/2026-08-28

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EXPLORING OUR FAITH

Deepen Your Faith, Connect in Community

Deepen Your Faith, Connect in Community

Explore the Cathedral's spiritual formation groups—from daily online prayers to Sunday small groups and children's ministries. No matter where you are on your journey, there is a place for you here.

For the latest details on our Cathedral formation programs this summer, please click the "Read More" button below.

For more infomation visit:

https://www.thecathedral.ca/pages/exploring-our-faith

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UPCOMING DIOCESAN EVENTS

Pilgrimage in September

Pilgrimage in September

The third in a series of Pilgrimages sponsored by the Ecclesiastical Province of BC/Yukon in collaboration with the Parish of Kokanee in the Anglican Diocese of Kootenay.

From September 14th to...

For more infomation visit:

https://www.stanselms.ca/events/pilgrimage-in-september

Link to St. Anselm's Anglican Church

NEWS

Diocesan eNewsletter

Diocesan eNewsletter

For more infomation visit:

https://myemail.constantcontact.com/Diocesan-News---CORRECTION.html?soid=1102181436570&aid=JJp2Eid-rVU

August 18th Edition
Alongside Hope: Light for St. Luke's Hospital

Alongside Hope: Light for St. Luke's Hospital

St. Luke's Hospital is located in Nablus in the West Bank, under the Palestinian Authority. It serves a population of more than 455,000 people, providing life-saving healthcare and operating as a vital maternity hospital for many in the Palestinian community.

Frequent power outages make it difficult to provide consistent, safe medical care. Reliable electricity is essential for neonatal care, oxygen machines, operating rooms, and other critical hospital services.

Bring light to St. Luke's through the gift of the sun.

Alongside Hope is raising funds to install solar panels so the hospital can have a dependable source of electricity. As part of this effort, the Wild Ride campaign is helping to fund 70 solar panels. Each panel costs $865, which includes installation, maintenance, and associated costs.

Our community hopes to raise $2,000. Every donation, no matter the size, will help provide reliable power for this essential hospital. Thanks to a generous donor, every gift to Light for St. Luke's Wild Ride donations will be matched dollar for dollar.

We are taking on the "Watt's Possible" challenge by walking, cycling, running, embroidering, and using our many talents to support this important project.

Join the Walk!

As one way of participating in this campaign, we invite everyone to join us for a community walk on Saturday, August 29 at 10:00 a.m. We will meet at the side door on Burrard Street, and everyone is welcome.

More information will be available during coffee hour following the 10:30 a.m. Sunday service. Donations can be made online here.

EFM Canada - Education for Ministry

EFM Canada - Education for Ministry

An adult learning program for all members of the Church

EfM has been offering members of the church in-depth learning about our Scripture, history and theology for 50 years. From our website: 

“If you’ve been longing for a place to ask deeper questions (a place where faith isn’t about having all the answers but learning to live the questions faithfully) EfM invites you there. In a small, supportive group, you’ll explore Scripture, tradition, and experience — and discover how they meet in the call to serve God in everyday life. All you need is an open heart and a willingness to listen, learn, and share.”

EfM (Education for Ministry) is intended for the ordinary church member (adult) who is curious about exploring their faith and making sense of it in a 21st century world. Curiosity and the ability to live with difference are important attitudes to bring with you.

EfM has had On-Line EfM groups for over 15 years. There are three groups currently open for new members. These groups consist of learners from across Canada and at different learning levels of the program, including the new one-year “Wide Angle EfM”. The regular EfM program is taken only one year at a time and the full curriculum takes four years to complete.

For more infomation visit:

https://www.efmcanada.ca/

Read More at EFM Canada
St. Jude’s Anglican Home is Seeking New Board Members

St. Jude’s Anglican Home is Seeking New Board Members

St. Jude’s Anglican Home Society is currently recruiting for new Board Members. St. Jude’s is a not for profit Long term care facility, primarily serving elderly residents assigned by Vancouver Coastal Health who have nursing and dementia care needs. St. Jude’s has a reputation for excellent quality care in a home like setting. The volunteer Board is a largely hands-off board relying on professional staff to handle all day to day medical, housekeeping, building and accounting needs. 

The Board meets for approximately two - three hours every second month, and is primarily focussed on a leadership role supporting and guiding the professional staff, and ensuring the long term viability of the property and organization that has been serving Vancouver elderly residents for nearly 80 years.

If you are interested in this satisfying opportunity, and for further information, please contact Board Chair, Neil Horne at neil_horne@telus.net or Treasurer, Ian Birtwell at ianbirtwell43@gmail.com. 

SAVE THE DATE

SAVE THE DATE

Fellowship for Parishioners of African Descent | Last Saturday of each month | 5:00 to 7:00pm

SEND US YOUR PRAYER REQUEST

SEND US YOUR PRAYER REQUEST

Those seeking prayers for themselves or others may email the Cathedral Prayer Link at prayerlink@thecathedral.ca to have their name added to the list.

Please Note: Unless otherwise requested, names are removed from the prayer list after three weeks. The Prayer Link ministry sincerely appreciates any updates on recovery or changes in circumstances.

WORSHIP AT THE CATHEDRAL

The Cathedral Office is open from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday–Friday. Staff contact information is available here. 

REGULAR SUNDAY SERVICES

Holy Communion | 8:00 a.m.

Choral Eucharist | 10:30 a.m.

Sundays@4 Choral Service | 4:00 p.m.

La Sainte Eucharistie en Français | 5:30 p.m.

Compline | 8:00 p.m.

WEEKDAY SERVICES

Holy Eucharist | Monday—Friday
12:15 p.m.

Holy Eucharist | Thursday
7:30 a.m. (with breakfast following)

Rite of Reconciliation (Confession) | 4th Wednesday
11:00 a.m.—Noon

Healing Prayers & Anointing | Wednesday
Following the 12:15 p.m. Eucharist

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