Church Beyond Walls

Hello! Welcome to St. Matthias! 

Happy Thanksgiving to all!  Today, we were beautifully reminded that the Way we aspire to follow is an invitation to joy.  We wish you joy ... whether in the unexpected charm of early Trick or Treat visitors (ask Rev. Colleen ...), or in the opportunity to hear a tiny bit of the story of a visitor or in the gratitude for the rain we need so much.This is a time to express our deep gratitude.    We added to the "grocery cart" for the Food Bank at St. John the Divine today, but the grocery cart remains ready to welcome contributions any time.  

The people of St. Matthias acknowledge that we are part of society's need for reconciliation.  Reconciliation remains what we, within society,  hope for.  We believe we continue on a journey of learning and reflection. However you perceive God, the Creator, the Divine, please know that we proclaim the loving attention of the One who loves and knows each of us.  As difficult as the journey toward reconciliation may be, we rely on God's presence to sustain us as we encounter the challenge of our history.  

The word "church" holds negative messages or painful history for some.  But we still say:  "St. Matthias genuinely and warmly welcomes everyone who comes through our door, without condition or limit. " If you see yourself in the rainbow banner or the abbreviation LGBTQIA2S+, please know you're particularly invited.   

We're delighted to offer you draft sermons from our priest, Reverend Colleen, and from our guest preachers.   Remember ... each draft is similar to what we hear in person, but often missing late insights, chuckles and changes.   Meanwhile enjoy them and, we hope, come and listen for yourself!  Click here https://www.stmatthiasvictoria.ca/blog to read one, a few, or all! 

The church is more than buildings and programs. We are the body of Christ present in this world no matter who or where we are. We are a church without walls.  Thank you for your virtual visit!  All are welcome here.