Church Beyond Walls

Hello! Welcome to St. Matthias!  We're so glad that you've taken a few minutes to "look around." 

Sunday, February 23, "at or about" 11:30 am, following worship, we'll gather for our Annual General Meeting (also known as Vestry).   All are welcome, and you're an "elector" if you've been in regular attendance at one of the diocese's churches during the past three months.  

 As you read this, please know that we welcome you every day, every week,  whether you're a long-time parishioner, a frequent visitor, or someone coming for a look!  Come as you are and let us cheerfully remind you that "no experience is required":  many people are unfamiliar with "church" of whatever denomination and that's fine with us.  (Puzzled?  Ask whoever's nearest to you! Fine with us!)  And, of course, we thank you for your virtual visit today!

We humbly acknowledge that the need for reconciliation is part of the ongoing journey of understanding and reflection that is necessary for a society that hopes for justice. Regardless of how 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.  And, in the call to reconciliation, we rely on God's presence to sustain us as we encounter the disturbing 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.   Welcome to St. Matthias!  

We would be delighted to meet you in person.  And -- stay for a few minutes after worship for coffee or tea! 

Have you sampled Reverend Colleen's draft sermons?  We are also honoured to share draft sermons by our gifted guest preachers!  Remember ... each draft is similar to what we hear in person, but often missing late insights, chuckles and changes.  So ... take a look and then, come and listen for yourself!  Click here https://www.stmatthiasvictoria.ca/blog to read one, a few, or all! [And, just a quick note:  if some sermons appear to be out of "date order," please forgive us as we try to get things in shape! We're working on it!]

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.