Paul and Melissa Stabell from Postmeridian Productions will be joining us this weekend (Nov 7-9) to help us get out "the invite" to our wider community.  As St. Philip adapts to a changing society and culture we're looking for ways to bridge the gap between our wonderful parish community and people who would like to give us a try and possibly join our community if they but knew we existed!  Social media, which no doubt has deeply troubling and harmful aspects, is the primary way people in our society discover new community possibilities, including church.  

One of the most helpful ways for people to connect to us is to hear our stories, your stories, of hope, resilience and faith.  Paul and Melissa would like to interview parishioners and take some videos and clips that they will post to our Church's Instagram, Facebook and Website.  If you've not seen any of the ones that have been posted thus far I'd encourage you to check them out on our Instagram page (@stphilipoakbay).

Videoing opportunities will take place on Saturday (Nov 8th), 10am-1pm in half-hour slots.  If you aven't signed up yet, please contact Fr. Allen incumbent@stphilipvictoria.ca. Here's your chance to help us share the Good News through the wonder of our different faces, voices and experiences!  St. Philip is us, partnering with Christ! Below are some sample questions and ideas.  

INTERVIEW QUESTIONS!!

- for willing participants!  Feel free to choose the one(s) you'd would like to answer…

• TOPIC - ST. PHILIP
• How would you describe the spirit of St. Philip?
• If you had to describe St. Philip in one word, what would it be?
• Was there a moment at St. Philip that deeply impacted your spiritual journey?
• What makes St. Philip special to you?
• If someone in the area was interested in visiting St. Philip, what would you tell them about the parish?
• TOPIC - PERSONAL FAITH
• How do you experience God in ordinary, everyday moments?
• What part of the service do you resonate with the most?
• What would you tell someone considering coming to an Anglican church for the first time?
• How does your faith fit in with your everyday life?
• What challenges do you think people face today that the church can address?
• Why do you think going to Church matters?
• What tradition/practice has been most valuable to you over the years?
• TOPIC - OAK BAY AREA
• How has living in this area impacted your faith journey? (the beauty, the pace of life, community values, etc.,)?
• In what ways do you think St. Philip brings value to the great Oak Bay area?