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Services this week29 December - First Sunday of Christmas no 8am service for Lessons and Carols at 9.30 9am Community prayers downstairs in the youth room 9.30am Eucharist with Lessons and Carols for Christmas, 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. |
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Introducing Rev. Rebecca Yeo!Bishop Anna has appointed the Rev. Rebecca Yeo (they/them, pronounced "Yo") to serve as a transitional deacon for approximately four to five months starting on Epiphany Sunday January 5th, 2025. This is an internship position and is non-stipendary. Without duplicating Rev. Rebecca's introduction, they will be serving and living into their diaconal ordination by taking certain diaconal roles in our liturgy. These roles include reading the Gospel, serving at the Eucharistic Table, saying the Dismissal, and occasionally preaching. I know that you will join me in saying that we are thrilled that Rev. Rebecca is joining us, and we look forward to what will develop in and through our shared ministry. - Fr. Allen * * * My name is Rebecca Yeo, my pronouns are they/them/theirs, and I am a transitional deacon in the Diocese of Islands and Inlets. Being a transitional deacon is a step towards becoming a priest. I was ordained to the diaconate in September 2024 and have been serving as the Anglican Spiritual Care Provider at the University of Victoria Multifaith Centre. I work primarily with the weekly Pet Café program — bringing therapy dogs to Multifaith to visit with students — and the Inclusive Christians club, the membership of which is predominantly LGBTQIA2S+ students reconstructing Christian faith or encountering it for the first time. The ministry of deacons is a ministry of service “in the world”: translating the needs of the world outside the doors of the institutional Church to those within. My work at UVic feels deeply diaconal; my main hope for my time at St. Philip is to do this work of translation with you — to share what I am learning at UVic and explore ways that we might work together to support students. Overall, I hope that our time together will be a time where all of us can become more “diaconal”: for you to learn what deacons are and what we do, for me to teach you about diaconal ministry and the special role of deacons in our worship, and for all of us to grow in our “ministries of service,” whatever they may be.
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How Grandpa’s Socks Inspired Him to Volunteerfrom salvationarmy.ca: "Doug’s story highlights the importance of volunteering, especially now. As he notes, there are many people in need, including youth who require shelter, encouragement, and food. The Salvation Army play a crucial role in providing these essential services, and volunteers are the backbone of our efforts. "Volunteering has also strengthened Doug’s relationship with his wife, Susan. Together, they have shared many volunteer experiences, from working at the Rainbow Kitchen in Victoria to participating in community festivals. This shared commitment to giving back has brought them closer together, enriching their 53-year marriage. " |
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Envelopes are ready!2025 offering envelopes are ready to pick up in the narthex. Information about the various methods of giving are on the website (click here), or please contact our offerings secretary, Betty Davidson: offerings@stphilipvictoria.ca. |
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Congregational meeting to finalize 2025 Budgetfollowing the 9.30 service. |
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St Philip Parish VestrySt Philip Oak Bay will hold its AGM (also known as the Annual Vestry Meeting) at the church on Tuesday 11 February 2025 7-9pm. We will receive 2024 reports, vote on a budget for 2025, and elect our Parish Council. We look forward to 2025 as we serve God by meeting the needs in the world. The 2025 agenda, 2024 annual reports, and 2025 budget will be circulated via email ahead of the meeting. Print copies will be available in the narthex. Those writing annual reports will receive a reminder in the new year, but it's not too early to start! The deadline will be 20 January, for compilation and timely circulation ahead of the meeting. Image by claude_star from Pixabay
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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
admin@stphilipvictoria.ca Subscribe to St. Philip emails Parish website Live stream link Facebook page |
