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THE CHRONICLENewsletter Submissions: Parking Code Missed a service? |
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Cathedral UpdatesRemembrance Sunday (November 8): Join us this Sunday as we gather to honor and remember our loved ones who have passed away. The Scroll of Remembrance will be read during the 10:30 AM service. Cathedral Closure: Please note that the Cathedral will be closed on Wednesday, November 11 in observance of Remembrance Day. Hub & Spoke Ministry: As part of our ongoing Hub & Spoke ministry this Sunday, November 8, Rev. Areeta will be presiding at St. Paul’s. Clergy Away Date: Deacon Kevin will be away this Sunday, November 8. |
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Our Music Ministry: Gratitude and a New ChapterDear friends, Music gives voice to so much of our life together at the Cathedral: our joy and sorrow, our longing and thanksgiving, our faith and hope. It is with gratitude for this shared ministry that I write to tell you about a significant transition in our music team. Our Director of Music, Dr. Neil Cockburn, has been recruited by the University of Glasgow and has accepted the prestigious position of University Organist. This appointment is a... |
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Unpacking Our FaithThe Chosen is back! Join us to continue watching the popular series 'The Chosen'. Grab a bite to eat and... |
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Young-ish adult gatheringJoin this gathering for young-ish adults (roughly between 25 and 40 - and open to anyone who identifies with this category) at the Cathedral following the... |
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Deepen Your Faith, Connect in CommunityExplore 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 full details on our Cathedral formation programs, please click the "Read More" button below. |
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Healing TouchIn-person Healing Touch is available for members of the Cathedral community on the third Sunday of the month, with the next session on Sunday, November 15, 2026 (please note there will be no sessions in December). Sessions take place in the Park Room immediately following the 10:30 AM Sunday service and at 12:30 PM. To register, please email healingtouch@thecathedral.ca with your phone number and “Healing Touch In-Person” in the subject line by Friday, November 13, 2026, for confirmation. Brochures with more information are available in the rack outside the Cathedral office. |
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Centering prayer at the CathedralJoin Rev. Areeta and parishioners Jennifer Barr, Lin Langley and Jan Miko for a time of group contemplative prayer in the tradition of Father Thomas Keating. We will meet every... |
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Men's BreakfastGentlemen, a reminder that our next in-person Men’s Breakfast is coming up on Saturday, November 14! This month, we will be welcoming a small group of Iranian members from our congregation to share their experiences of being baptized as adults as part of their faith journey. We’ll also discuss what it has been like to be received into the Cathedral community. While we have a few questions to kick things off, our hope is to spark an open conversation around perspectives many of us may not have heard before. Our guests may also have questions for those of us who have belonged to this tradition for a long time. As always, this group is fully open to new and returning men.
We look forward to seeing you, The Squad
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Maundy Café Christmas Gift BagsAs many of you know, the Cathedral serves lunch three times a week to those in need in our downtown community. This holiday season, our Maundy Café volunteers will be putting together and distributing 160 Christmas gift bags for our guests. To help make their winter a little warmer, we are gratefully accepting donations of new warm socks, mitts/gloves, scarves, and hats (for men or women). You can place your donations in the basket in the Narthex on any Sunday through November: Nov 1, 8, and 15. Prefer to let us do the shopping? You can make a financial contribution by marking your envelope Maundy Café Christmas Gift Bags. Thank you so much for your generosity and for helping care for our guests this winter! |
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40-min forum: Strategic plan updateJoin Dean Chris and strategic planning co-chairs, Jennifer Barr and Jane Osler, to learn about the priorities and values for the Cathedral's mission over the... |
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40-min forum: Digital securityJoin us for an enlightening forum by a cyber security specialist and Maundy volunteer, Dr. Logan Schmidt. Logan will provide an introduction to current common scams and tips on... |
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2027 Anglican Church Calendars Now Available!Pick up your 2027 Anglican Church Calendar at the Cathedral office (open weekdays, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM). Each calendar is $15, and all proceeds will go toward purchasing beautiful poinsettias to decorate the church this Christmas. Help us save the bank charges. Cash (exact change) is preferred and appreciated! Thank you for your support! |
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Blue-Green InfrastructureWhat is blue-green infrastructure? It’s that beautiful time of year when all the leaves turn into multitudes of colours, then... |
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Coffee Hour Ministry Volunteers Needed!Love a good cup of coffee and community? The Coffee Hour Ministry is looking for friendly faces to help serve coffee on Sundays approximately once every 4 to 6 weeks. If you're interested in helping out, please email reception@thecathedral.ca and we will get you connected! |
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Prayer Shawl MinistryDear friends! Are there knitters in the congregation who would like a simple fall and winter project? Our basket of prayer shawls is empty, and it would be appreciated if all those who can would consider knitting a few. There are plenty of balls of yarn in an office basket that you can access if needed. This is an important ministry that does not entail meetings, zoom calls, or reports! Just knitted (or crocheted) prayer shawls, about 5 feet long and 18 inches wide, made of acrylic and washable yarn. The shawls are blessed by one of our clergy and then made available to folks in hospital, palliative care, or anyone needing an extra bit of “Jesus in their life,” as one of our VST students once said. Contact Andrea Gailus at fagailus@shaw.ca or by telephone at 604-815-7418 for details. The Cathedral has been gifted a generous donation of yarn, wool, embroidery kits, patterns, and needles. We are inviting crafters to come by and take some home. There is yarn suitable for prayer shawls, as well as plenty of materials for lovely garments and other projects. You are welcome to drop by the Cathedral office between 10:00 AM and 4:00 PM on weekdays to take a look and collect what you'd like. Any remaining supplies will be gathered at the beginning of November and donated to a non-profit organization. |
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Palestinian-Israeli discussion panelDate: Saturday, November 14, 2026 |
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St. Anne's Annual Christmas BazaarDate: Saturday, December 5 We will be collecting a variety of items from baked goods to... |
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Job Posting- Parish AdministratorWe are seeking an energetic, engaged, and compassionate communicator to join our parish team. Both people and... |
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Sorrento Retreat and Conference Centre is HiringSorrento Retreat and Conference Centre is seeking three responsible, enthusiastic, energetic, and motivated individuals who are...
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Crozier Fund GalaDate: Monday, November 16, 2026 You're invited to the Crozier Fund Gala! What is the Crozier Fund? In the Diocese of New Westminster, there is a special fund that puts resources in the... |
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St. Philip's Christmas FairDate: Saturday, November 21, 2026 |
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All Souls EvensongDate: Monday, November 2, 2026 When the nights are darkest we look towards the light. Come find the comfort and peace of the holy within the beauty of a traditional Anglican evensong service. You are invited to... |
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The Faces of MaryDate: Thursday, December 10, 2026 This evening Advent retreat offers time in the collective with the facilitators bringing fascinating facets of Mary. A variety of quiet, stillness, and hands-on practices will emerge from story and... |
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Community EventsFrom the Pet Blessing to the Christmas Fair, the Carol Sing-Along, and Dickens' A Christmas Carol, there are... |
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SAVE THE DATEFellowship for Parishioners of African Descent | Last Saturday of each month | 5:00 to 7:00pm |
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SEND US YOUR PRAYER REQUESTThose 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. |
