Category Archives: Messages from the Revd.

General Synod 2019: A Primer.  The 42nd General Synod of the Anglican Church of Canada will be held from July 10-16, 2019 at the Sheraton Vancouver Wall Centre, Vancouver, British Columbia in the Diocese of New Westminster. The theme of the … Continue reading →

Sunday Reflection  “Have you experienced a time when you have been forced to depend on the hospitality and kindness of strangers?” Though we speak frequently of the twelve named apostles appointed by Jesus, this passage reminds us that Jesus also appointed … Continue reading →

Sunday Reflection  “God keep our land Glorious and free,” It may not surprise you to see these words in our Sunday bulletin. The words “Glorious and freedom” are found in our national anthem. July 1 marks the anniversary of the formation … Continue reading →

Sunday Reflection Ascension of the Lord: The Feast of the Ascension of Jesus Christ is celebrated 40 days after Easter Day, marking the conclusion of Jesus’ post resurrection appearances and his ascension into heaven. Celebration of this holy day dates … Continue reading →

Sunday Reflection: Acts 16 offers a compelling portrait of ministry for our consideration. This chapter begins with Paul choosing Timothy as his companion. This is a significant reminder that ministry is not a solo endeavor; it requires companionship. Paul is convinced that … Continue reading →

Sunday Reflection: “I give you a new commandment, that you love one another.” John 13:34. Our Gospel this morning and even from The Book of Acts, suggest that an appropriate post-resurrection life motto is “choose love.” But that can be an awfully hard … Continue reading →

Sunday Reflection: Acts 9:36-43. One of the true joys of the Easter season is dwelling in the Book of Acts and seeing the immediate effects of the Resurrection upon the community of Jesus’ followers. We hear of people, at least men, … Continue reading →

Julian of Norwich, Spiritual Teacher – 8 May:The church celebrates the Feast of Dame Julian of Norwich. Julian (or Juliana) was a fourteenth-century Englishwoman who is known for one book, The Revelations of Divine Love. This work records sixteen visions … Continue reading →

Sunday Reflection: In the days after the Crucifixion, the apostles were in a locked room, hiding from their enemies and trying to figure out their next steps. Jesus suddenly appears to them, and rejoices, prays, and blesses them. But Thomas … Continue reading →

 “Easter is both about Jesus and about us.” Luke 24:1-12 Easter is not just one day. It is a season of 50 days, significantly longer than the 40 days in Lent. Our Church’s calendar is designed this way to help us … Continue reading →