Faith Tides: September 2026
Faith Tides is the online, faith-based publication of the Anglican Diocese of Islands and Inlets (BC). Through news stories, reflections and feature articles Faith Tides aims to showcase the work God is doing through our churches. It is a space where people of faith and doubt can walk alongside one another, share their stories and grow together.
Bishop's Column: The terror of the coast and the beauty of a month at sea
Bishop Anna spent time this summer exploring these beautiful islands and inlets by boat, and reading about the violent ways in which they were colonized.
'Hopes and dreams and visions’: St. Mark, Qualicum celebrate 100 years
In June, St. Mark, Qualicum Beach organized a week of events to celebrate and commemorate the 100th anniversary of the consecration of their church.
St. Luke’s a ‘beacon in the community’ for seniors, youth and children
St. Luke's parishioners share some of the ways St. Luke’s is acting out its commitment to be a "beacon in the community" and reaching community members from young children to seniors.
Final Accessible Camino pilgrimage brings lessons and miracles
St. Paul, Nanaimo parishioner Lyn Makepeace shares her experience on the final Accessible Camino pilgrimage and some of the lessons and miracles she encountered along The Way.
From the Archives: Geneva Bibles illuminate an era of reformation and radicalism
Summer archives assistant Andrea Johnson shares the history behind two 400 year old Bibles in the diocesan archives.
Ripples: September 2026
In the September Ripples column we hear about baby bundles, a new extreme weather shelter for Sidney and the restoration of a heritage church, and more!
Canon Lisa: The work of translation
Lisa Alexander dives into what exactly her role as canon for pastoral support entails and the ways she can help churches have better conversations.
My Journey: ‘It’s an exciting time to be a deacon’
Read an interview with Helen Lingham, the diocese's archdeacon to deacons, whose collation took place in mid June.
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