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The Chronicle (September 3, 2026) – The Cathedral Newsletter
THE CHRONICLE

THE CHRONICLE

YOUR WEEKLY UPDATE ON CATHEDRAL NEWS AND EVENTS

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Parking—NEW CODE!
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!

Cathedral Closed for Labour Day

The Cathedral will be closed on Monday, September 7, for the Labour Day statutory holiday. Regular hours will resume on Tuesday, September 8. Have a safe and restful long weekend!  

Cathedral Summer Updates

Clergy Away Dates: Rev. Areeta will be away from August 17—September 8. Deacon Kevin will be away away from August 28—September 13. Dean Chris is away August 24—September 3.

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.

People of God from every language, culture and nation.

People of God from every language, culture and nation.

Translation at the Cathedral

As a church family, we want everyone to feel welcome, included, and able to fully participate in our services.

To help make this possible, multiple language captions will be available on both our livestreams and previously recorded services beginning September 1, 2026. We've created a...

For more infomation visit:

https://www.thecathedral.ca/news/people-of-god-from-every-language-culture-and-nation

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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...

For more infomation visit:

https://www.thecathedral.ca/blog/the-feast-of-the-creator-and-the-season-of-creation

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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 by 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...

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

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CATHEDRAL LIFE

Reflections from the EDNP: Community, Hospitality, and Faith

Reflections from the EDNP: Community, Hospitality, and Faith

Submitted by Susan Koppersmith

I feel very lucky to have been part of the Diocese of New Westminster’s delegation (DNW) to visit the Episcopal Diocese of Northern Philippines (EDNP), our partner diocese. We left in the wee hours of July 31, touching down 14 hours later in Manila. After a day in Manila, we drove north to Bontoc and...

For more infomation visit:

http://thecathedral.ca/blog/reflections-from-the-ednp-community-hospitality-and-faith

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Finding God in Movies

Finding God in Movies

Sentimental Value

Date: Friday, September 25
Time: 2 PM
Location: The Park Room

For our next film, we will be showing Sentimental Value (2025; 2hr 14m) which won the Gran Prix at the 2025 Cannes Film Festival. Directed by acclaimed Norwegian filmmaker Joachim Trier and starring Stellan Skarsgård, the film follows...

For more infomation visit:

http://thecathedral.ca/events/finding-god-in-movies--678/2026-09-25

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The Gift - Farm garden

The Gift - Farm garden

"from seed to cupboard all is gift"

When the world shut down in Covid, the Spirit called St. Andrew’s Anglican Church, Kelowna into the ministry of organic, urban farming. A new relationship with the land grew a new way of being church together.

Sponsored by Cathedral CATS (Climate Action Through Stewarding). Join us along with the Rev’d Anne Privett for the...

For more infomation visit:

http://thecathedral.ca/events/the-gift-farm-garden/2026-09-20

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Blessing of the Backpacks

Blessing of the Backpacks

For more infomation visit:

http://thecathedral.ca/events/blessing-of-the-backpacks--672/2026-09-06

Security Company Update

As part of our ongoing evaluation process, Blackbird Security has been invited to provide support to our staff and volunteers on a trial basis, beginning September 16, 2026.

We are comparing security services as we discern the best long-term fit for the Cathedral.

We anticipate a more casual presence—you will initially see Blackbird guards in polo shirts displaying their company logo, although a more visible security presence can be provided if needed. These guards are trained in both first aid and Naloxone administration, and one of our goals for the trial is to have the same personnel assigned to the Cathedral as consistently as possible.

First Baptist uses Blackbird’s services and has provided us with an excellent reference.

Safe Harbor Security remains a valued partner and is available to support us in the future if needed. We are very grateful for their service to this community, and you will continue to see their staff on-site through September 15.

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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Cathedral CATS

The Season of Creation: a reflection

The Season of Creation: a reflection

Psalm 24:1 “The earth is the Lord’s and everything in it.”

Though seemingly benign in its simplicity that the earth actually belongs to God, or as eco-feminist theologian Dr. Sallie McFague contended, ‘the earth is God’s body’, and not ours to use, runs counter to popular belief.

Much of western history, religion and culture has been...

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http://thecathedral.ca/blog/the-season-of-creation-a-reflection

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UPCOMING DIOCESAN EVENTS

The Fall 2026 Interparish Guide is Here!

The Fall 2026 Interparish Guide is Here!

Delve into the Season of Autumn gatherings at the various Centre locations!

Attached to this news post is the digital Guide for your perusal pleasure! Click through any events to register or...

For more infomation visit:

https://www.thecentreforspiritualrenewal.org/news/virtual-fall-2026-program-guide-is-here

Link to The Centre for Spiritual Renewal
Tangle: An Art Project

Tangle: An Art Project

A road to Reconciliation

Happy September! Last year, as part of my postulancy at St. James, I created this art project, and I'd like to share it with you now as we approach Truth and Reconciliation Sunday. I'll be preaching on Sunday the 27th and will share...

For more infomation visit:

https://www.stclementschurch.ca/news/tangle-an-art-project

Link to St. Clement's Anglican Church
To Everything There is a Season

To Everything There is a Season

Planning and Resources for the Final Years of Life

This four-part series is offered at St Philip's on four Saturdays, 10:00 am - 12:00 pm. $25 for all four sessions and take-home materials included.  Registration is limited to 50 participants.

All the details about this series can be found on the St. Philip's website by clicking the button below.

For more infomation visit:

https://www.stphilipsdunbar.com/news/to-everything-there-is-a-season

St. Philip's Website
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.html?soid=1102181436570&aid=GX-rpD9_CS0

September 2nd Edition

MAY THEIR MEMORY BE ETERNAL

Susan Wagner

Susan Wagner

We are giving thanks for the life of Sue Wagner who passed away on June 11, 2026.

Sue's life was one of service to others: as a teacher and school psychologist, as an active member of Christ Church Cathedral, as a citizen, and as a friend. 

A memorial service for Sue will be held at Christ Church Cathedral on September 12, 2026 at 2:00 PM. 

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.

Image above is from our community walk which took place this past Saturday, August 29.

Donations can be made online here.

John Voller & Hayoung Kim

John Voller & Hayoung Kim

Congratulations to John Voller & Hayoung Kim! Their wedding ceremony will be held at the Cathedral on September 4 at 3:00 PM.  

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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