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Clocks go back!Remember to turn your clocks back an hour on Saturday night! |
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Services this week3 November, All Saints' Sunday - Pentecost 24 8am Holy Communion 9am Community prayers downstairs in the youth room 9.30am Family Eucharist, in-person and live streamed via Facebook Live [LINK]
Please join us downstairs in the hall for coffee and fellowship after the 9.30 service. 5 November Tuesday 10.30am Contemplative Prayer 7 November Thursday 10am Morning Prayer led by Dorothy Dahli, followed by book study discussion. |
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November calendar1 Nov Fri All Saints' Day 1-2 Nov Diocesan Synod 2 Nov Syrian Fundraising Concert 3 Nov Sun 8am & 9.30am Holy Eucharist 4-17 Nov Fr. Allen away 5 Nov Tues 10.30am Contemplative Prayer 7 Nov Thurs 10am Morning Prayer led by Dorothy Dahli, followed by book study discussion. 10 Nov Sun 8 & 9.30 am Service of the Word. Officiant: Mark Laidlaw. Preacher: Brendon Neilson, Diocesan Executive Director. Safe Church training video for current and prospective volunteers after coffee. 12 Nov Tues 10.30am Contemplative Prayer 14 Nov Thurs 10am Morning Prayer led by Dorothy Dahli, followed by book study discussion. 17 Nov Sun 8 & 9.30 am Service of the Word. Officiant: Mark Laidlaw. Preacher: John Prociuk 18 Nov Mon Fr. Allen back 19 Nov Tues 10.30am Contemplative Prayer 21 Nov Thurs 10am Holy Communion 24 Nov Sun 8 & 9.30am Eucharist. Celebrant & preacher: Fr. Allen Doerksen. Meeting with families of Sunday School-aged children following coffee. 26 Nov Tues 10.30am Contemplative Prayer 28 Nov Thurs 10am Holy Communion, 7pm Prayer & music in the style of Taizé 30 Nov Sat 10-11.30am Neighbourhood leafletting for Advent & Christmas, tea & coffee provided |
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Synod 2024 Opening Service |
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Important: Safe Church trainingSafe Church Training Video next Sunday, Nov 10 after coffee time Anyone who is volunteering at St Philip, or will be in the near future, who has not yet completed Safe Church training, and works with children, money or vulnerable adults, please mark the date and plan on attending the 30 min video presentation. - Shannon Carmichael, parish Safe Church liaison |
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This Saturday! Syrian refugee fundraising concertSyrian Refugee Sponsorship Fundraiser: A fundraiser for the sponsorship group who are raising money to bring Alex, his wife and two young children from Lebanon to join his sister Sasha here in Victoria. This year features an outstanding line up of world music performers including Jordie and Habbous (oud and vocals), Anne Schaefer (vocals and Greek lyre), Doug Galbraith (Senegalese kora), Doug Hensley (oud) and Niel Golden (percussion) as well as a belly dance performance by the Bashirah Middle Eastern Dance Company. Finger food by Syriana Restaurant, licensed cash bar, and live and silent auction. For more information, please see: http://www.victoriashowslove.ca/. Tickets are available for $40 per person (advance purchase) at or $45 at the door - Dave Conway
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Seven Days of CreationSeason of Creation Banners Acrylic Paint, Mixed Media on Canvas Fall 2024 The children of St Philip Church have been thinking about Creation. As we mixed paint, cleaned up spilled paint, glued, collaged and glittered, we have imagined God creating EVERYTHING in existence. We thought about what it was like when the creation story was told around the campfire thousands of years ago when people didn’t have the same understanding of what our planet and universe looked like. We are thankful for water, food to eat and our favourite animals. We know what we do to rest and recharge, but we wondered what it looked like when God rested. We know through all of creation God is shining and speaking to us. He says, ”I love you,” from beginning to end. The Artists are: Kate, Luke, Malek, Hannah, Elliot, Linnea, Eleanor, William, James, Erin, Naomi, Allan, Shannon - Shannon Carmichael |
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Mar Elias fund raiser resultsThank you so much to everyone who donated to the Mar Elias fund raiser! I am delighted to report that we have raised $4185 to support our sister church in Rablah, Syria. Thank you for your outpouring of love and prayers. On Thursday Fr. Allen, Karen and I met with Jordie and family to speak with Fr. Bassam in Syria. Fr. Allen and Fr. Bassam prayed for each other and Fr. Bassam updated us on the situation in Rablah - read all about it via the button below. While learning about the difficult situation in Rablah, it was encouraging to hear how the Mar Elias community is being moved by the Spirit to provide for God’s children. It is wonderful that St. Philip – though so far away – has also been moved by the Spirit to support their good works. We will be sending $2500 to Mar Elias via Western Union next week and then the balance of the money we raised in early March. Dividing the funds into two donations will make the transfers easier and more secure, and also provide some ongoing support for Mar Elias. Thank you everyone for your prayers and donations to support our sister church in Syria! On Sunday we hope to show some pictures that Fr. Bassam sent. |
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Book Study: Jesus and the PowersThe fall is speeding by and discussion is rich! Sessions will continue while Fr. Allen is away. |
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Neighbourhood leaflettingFriends, as the beauty of the fall unfolds around us, we're reminded that Advent approaches. That's a pun on what the word means (the Coming) , which I hope you'll forgive! Advent and the season of Christmas is a time of anticipation and celebration. This year we'd like to invite our neighbours to participate in the events we've planned for our parish. The act of invitation is itself a joyful anticipation of God's presence with us! I look forward to participating with you on Nov 30th at 10 am -- 11:30 as we socialize, enjoy a coffee and stuff a few mailboxes. -Fr. Allen+ |
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Pioneer Pacific - Momentum invitationHello friends. We hope this finds you well. Brenda, Caleb, and I would like to invite you to the upcoming Victoria Momentum 2024, a fundraiser for Intervarsity's campus ministry and Pioneer Pacific Camp, scheduled for Saturday November 16th from 7:00-9:00 PM at Victoria Alliance Church (1792 Townley St). Come hear stories of the impact God has had this past year on the lives of individuals at camp and on campus. We will also hear about exciting plans moving forward into 2025 with an invitation to join in the support of God's work. We hope you can join us for an evening of connecting with old and new friends while enjoying a buffet of delicious desserts and refreshments. We are excited to support the work of Intervarsity on Victoria campuses and at Pioneer Pacific Camp and invite you to join us for this fun evening to help set Intervarsity up well for 2025. Please let us know if you are able to attend. Best regards, - Rob, Brenda, and Caleb Hosie |
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Christmas Volunteering at the Mustard SeedSAVE THE DATE: Thursday December 19 12pm – 4:30 pm Join other St. Philip Parishioners for an afternoon volunteering at the Mustard Seed St. Philip is organizing a group to volunteer at the Mustard Seed to help hand out Christmas hampers. Several of us volunteered last year. It’s a lot of fun and very nice to help people especially at Christmas time. You must be at least 16 years old to join. Please invite your family and friends even if they don’t attend church! We need at least 12 people so please come!!! If we have more than 12 people sign up we can do split shifts so even if you are only able to help for part of the time – no problem! If you’re able to join, please email Jackie. Description: Love spreading holiday joy and making an impact in your community? Join us for our Christmas Hamper distribution event! You'll help distribute hampers filled with food, and holiday treats to individuals in need. It’s a rewarding way to share the season's spirit, connect with others, and make a difference for those facing tough times. This volunteer opportunity is open to individuals aged 16 and older, whether accompanied by a parent or not. Location : The Mustard Seed Street Church and Food Bank If you aren’t available Dec 19, the Mustard Seed has other volunteer times available. Please see https://mustardseed.ca/volunteer/ to sign up. - Jackie Prowse
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This week in prayerPrayers and readings for Sunday 3 November and the following week: click here |
Useful links
The Welcome pew leaflet, weekly parish news, current Anglican Journal, & Faith Tides, recent Parish Council minutes and more are all available in print in the narthex. Please let Anna know if more print copies are needed, on Sundays or for sharing with those who don't use email. News items for the bulletin are always welcome - deadline Thursday noon. More parish, diocesan and community notices on the News and Events sections of the parish website.
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Rector: Rev. Allen Doerksen
email incumbent@stphilipvictoria.ca, cell 236-508-2928 Rector's day off: Friday
Wardens: Larry Anthony lanthony@stphilipvictoria.ca and Ceal McLean cmclean@stphilipvictoria.ca
Office Hours: Mon 1-4.30, Wed & Thurs 9-4.30
250-592-6823
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