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Services this week29 June 2025 - 3rd Sunday after Pentecost 8am Holy Communion 9am Community prayers downstairs in the youth room 9.30am Eucharist in-person and live streamed via Facebook Live [LINK]
1 July, Tuesday 10.30am Contemplative Prayer - confirmed, will meet on the Canada Day holiday 3 July, Thursday 10am Eucharist followed by Examen catch-up and discussion |
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Picnic thanksThank you to everyone who, despite the occasional rain drop, attended and enjoyed the parish picnic last Sunday. The festivities were made brighter when we were joined by a cheerful group of parishioners from St Matthias, which offered a wonderful opportunity to share fellowship and begin getting to know each other better. Our picnics draw on the talents and efforts of many people. We enjoyed contributions of salads, cookies, cornbread and other tasty dishes. It was a wonderful surprise when more people than expected arrived early and got the tables and chairs set up in record time. A hard-working team prepared and served the meal; and many hands made light work of cleaning up and putting everything away. Thank you to everyone who contributed to our community’s picnic, in whatever way you contributed. Our especial gratitude goes to Joan Sedgwick and Melinda Budgell for the fun and games that the kids so enjoyed, and to Larry Anthony for his talent in tying balloon animals. - Evelyn and Clayton Savage |
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Picnic photos- more on the noticeboards in the hall! Thanks to Evelyn Savage for the photos |
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BaptismGood news! Lucie Kotesovska is a candidate for Holy Baptism, and will be baptized at St Philip on July 20th! Please keep Lucie and her sponsor, Louise Bluck, in your prayers.
Photo by Josh Eckstein on Unsplash |
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Request for a lift to churchDavid Larsen, a parishioner at St Philip, lives on Bowker Ave near Eastdowne and would like to come to church, but is not able to get here on his own. Is there someone who might be able to give him a lift? There would need to be room in the car for his walker as well. Please contact the office for details: admin@stphilipvictoria.ca |
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St Philip Oak Bay - Teens & Twenties Games NightLast Fridays of the month: BOARD GAME NIGHT! We have snacks and board games, and all we need is you! Feel free to invite your friends and bring your own snacks and games if you want to - this evening is for *everyone* between the ages of 16 and 29. We won't nitpick about the age limits :) Date: Fridays 6-9pm, June 27, July 25, August 29 Where: St. Philip Anglican Church, 2928 Eastdowne - entrance to the lower level through the pathway by the garden at the side of the building - follow the signage! Feel free to drop in or leave at any time. There are bus stops for buses 4, 9, 7, 11, and 15 within walking distance from the church. Questions?: Contact Karishma at ms.shrutikarishma[at] gmail.com
Header photo by Dave Photoz on Unsplash |
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Contemplative PrayerPlease join us on Tuesday mornings, 10:30 - 11:30, meeting in the choir area of the nave (at the front of the church), for a 20 minute contemplative sit with a time of prayer following.
Photo by Dawid Zawiła on Unsplash |
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Examen Prayer check-in & discussionStarting in July, and continuing in tandem with future book study/discussion series, on the first Thursdays of the month at 10.30, following the morning service, there will be a regular Examen check-in and discussion (3 July, 4 Aug, 7 Sept etc). This will provide support and continuity for those who have already started with Examen prayer, and anyone is welcome to drop in/begin at any point as well, no prior experience needed. Curious about Examen Prayer? Start here Fr. Allen has put together a short introductory booklet, 'Beginning to Pray the Examen', print copies available in the narthex. Item photo by Ben White on Unsplash, header photo by Sylvain Brison on Unsplash |
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Thursday discussion groupSummer is a great time to explore! In that spirit here's a Thursday Eucharist/study schedule that opens up opportunities for theological, biblical, and spiritual exploration:
This discussion group meets in the church, sometimes outside in the summer, usually over coffee, immediately following the 10am service. All are welcome! |
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Hearing Loop SystemThe Church has a loop system that may assist people with hearing loss by diminishing background noise. This system has been disconnected for an extended period of time. For people wearing older hearing aids, they would have to turn on the T function. For people with newer hearing aids, they should discuss with an audiologist if their hearing aid can be adjusted internally to benefit from a loop system. If people learn that could in fact benefit, please let me know and arrangements will be made to get the system operational. Island Deaf and Hard of Hearing, a non-profit society, employs two audiologists. For people in financial need, donated hearing aids can be made functional for their hearing needs at no cost. For people that purchase hearing aids through IDHH for the same price as commercial retailers, all funds are used to support the numerous programs offered by the Society. - Karen Van Rheenen |
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Mustard Seed clothing donation requestFrom the Mustard Seed: Our stock of adult clothing is extremely low, and the greatest need right now is for men’s clothing—specifically pants, shirts, and shoes. While donations of women’s clothing are always appreciated, we are especially in need of gently used and freshly laundered men’s items to support the growing number of requests we’re receiving. If you have any men’s clothing you’re able to donate, or know someone who might, we’d be so grateful. Donations can be dropped off at 625 Queens Ave or brought to St Philip.
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Emmanuel Baptist: summer day campsEmmanuel Baptist offers SUMMER DAY CAMPS - 5 weeks of Day Camp for Grades 1-5 (in Sept 2025). Monday-Friday 8:30 am – 4:30 pm. Maximum 20 children per camp. Spaces available. 2121 Cedar Hill Cross Rd (x Henderson), Victoria, BC V8P 2R6 General Camp Information
Day Camp Leaders: Emmanuel After School Staff, Rae & Maine CLICK HERE for more information and registration forms |
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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 Judith Armstrong jarmstrong@stphilipvictoria.ca
Office Hours: Mon 1-4.30, Wed & Thurs 9-4.30
250-592-6823
admin@stphilipvictoria.ca Thank you for avoiding scented products at church.
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