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Sunday Worship, Truth and Reconciliation, Feast of St. Francis of Assisi, Blessing of the AnimalsSunday, October 1, 2023 We are in the Season of Creation from September 1 through October 4. This is a special time to renew our relationship with the Creator and all Creation. Interested in learning more? Follow this link: https://seasonofcreation.org/ This year, the theme is "Let justice and peace flow." This Sunday we mark the National Day of Truth and Reconciliation. We wear Orange Shirts to remember the victims and survivors of the residential school system. We seek to right the colonial wrongs of the past, to repent for the harms committed against Creation, and to come into right relationship with Indigenous peoples. This Sunday we will be blessing the animals after the service (by the Labyrinth, weather depending). Please bring your beloved pet or a picture of a beloved pet to receive a blessing for the ways that our fellow creatures enhance our lives and our world. The Season of Creation is an ecumenical observance -- meaning that it's shared throughout an incredible range of Christian denominations. (Just in case you wondered: all are welcome, no experience or "membership" required!) We'll mark it with special prayers and music to link us to these reflections. On October 4, we'll remember St. Francis of Assisi -- we mark this Feast on October 1st with our Blessing of the Animals. Reach out with any questions you might have or if you would like to be a reader, greeter or pray-er! Email admin@stmatthiasvictoria.ca See you on Sunday! (Next Sunday, October 8th, there will be road closures for the Royal Victoria Marathon, see the bottom of this newsletter for details in planning your route to church)
Upcoming Sundays with Readings
Sunday, October 1st, 2023 PSALM 78:1-4, 12-16; PHILIPPIANS 2:1-13; MATTHEW 21:23-32 For more infomation visit: http://stmatthiasvictoria.ca/events/sunday-worship--206/2023-10-01
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Thursday Morning EucharistCeltic Liturgy with Rev. Colleen, Coffee, and Conversation - Thursday, October 5, 2023 Join us weekly on Thursday mornings for a small and prayerful sharing of communion in the Chapel. All are welcome. Thursday morning worship begins at 10am with refreshments to follow at 11am. We use a Celtic liturgy from the wonderful book 'Celtic Daily Prayer Book Two, Farther Up and Farther In.' Photo by Greg Willson on Unsplash
For more infomation visit: http://stmatthiasvictoria.ca/events/thursday-morning-eucharist/2023-09-28
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Hymns of Thanksgiving3rd Annual at St. Matthias Anglican Church - Friday, October 13, 2023 "Save the date" for: 3rd annual Hymns of Thanksgiving with Organist Daniel Brown and Special Guest Pianist Breena Sulz. Friday, October 13th at 7pm in the sanctuary at St. Matthias Anglican Church. For more infomation visit: http://stmatthiasvictoria.ca/events/hymns-of-thanksgiving--635/2023-10-13
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Reconciliation Day Prayer ServiceThis Saturday at 7 PM - Saturday, September 30, 2023 This Truth and Reconciliation Day,
you are invited to an evening Reconciliation Day Prayer Service to be held by the Anglican Church of the Advent, Colwood
and Gordon United Church, Langford. Day and Time: Saturday 30th September, 7 PM.
All are welcome - come as you are.
Wear your orange shirt, if you have one. For more infomation visit: http://stmatthiasvictoria.ca/events/reconciliation-day-prayer-service/2023-09-30
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The Gates of Hell Will Not PrevailWhy We Don't Need to Save the Church - Saturday, September 30, 2023 Vancouver School of Theology & Christ Church Cathedral present a free workshop with The Rev. Scott Gunn This event is offered both In-Person and Online. Sometimes you hear people say the church is dying and that our task is to save it. Scott Gunn will lead us through conversation about how Jesus promised that the gates of hell would not prevail against the church, and he’s the saviour, not us! But as we look toward the future in a post-Christendom world, the church needs to focus on discipleship and evangelism in a way it has not done for centuries. The Rev. Scott Gunn is executive director of Forward Movement, a discipleship ministry of the Episcopal Church in the USA. He travels widely as preacher, speaker, and retreat leader. Author of several books, his most recent book is Easter Triumph, Easter Joy: Meditations for the Fifty Days of Eastertide. Prior to serving at Forward Movement, Scott was a parish priest in the Diocese of Rhode Island. Before that, he had a career in information technology. He lives in Cincinnati, Ohio with his spouse, the Rev. Sherilyn Pearce. Lunch is included for in-person attendees. To register, please click on the registration button and complete the Evenbrite Registration for this event. For more infomation visit: http://stmatthiasvictoria.ca/events/the-gates-of-hell-will-not-prevail/2023-09-30
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Blood in the RocksThe Victoria Smallpox Epidemic of 1862-63 - Saturday, September 30, 2023
This event is sponsored and provided as part of this year's John Albert Hall Lecture Series. Christ Church Cathedral invites downtown Victoria neighbours and visitors to honour the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation by hearing the perspectives of Indigenous knowledge holders on an epidemic whose devastating impact continues to the present day. On Saturday September 30 from 7-9 p.m., attendees will gather to view There’s Blood in the Rocks, a moving short video about the 1862-63 Victoria smallpox epidemic by Marianne Nicolson, Kwakwaka’wakw artist-activist, and to hear from Dr Nicolson and from Snxakila Clyde Michael Tallio, a ceremonial speaker of the Nuxalk First Nation, about the epidemic and the resurgence of BC’s First Peoples. Guests will come together for some light nourishment and to reflect on what they have heard. This event is free to attend and online registration is recommended. Voluntary donations will go to the Indian Residential School Survivors Society. Registration information to come. For more infomation visit: http://stmatthiasvictoria.ca/events/blood-in-the-rocks/2023-09-30
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"Seven Sacred Laws" A Video PresentationSt. John's Social Justice and Action Group present Reel Time - Wednesday, October 4, 2023 "Seven Sacred Laws" A video presentation with commentary and a discussion on Indigenous Legal Orders and their role and relevance in the Canadian constitutional system and in the process of reconciliation led by 7:00 pm – Wednesday, October 4th Please register by contacting Carol-Ann at For more infomation visit: http://stmatthiasvictoria.ca/events/seven-sacred-laws-a-video-presentation/2023-10-04
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IntersectionsA Dialogue Series - Wednesday, October 4, 2023 This is our fourth offering of this highly popular anti-racism series. Capacity is limited to 30ppl/session. Register early. This session will run on Wednesdays, from 7pm-9pm, from September 28 to November 9, 2022. For more infomation visit: http://stmatthiasvictoria.ca/events/intersections--512/2023-10-04
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Explorer's WeekendThe Vancouver School of Theology - Thursday, October 5, 2023 Every year, VST gives an opportunity for people who are seriously considering degree-level (Diploma/Master) coursework in ministry and theology to experience a little bit of the school through the annual VST Explorer’s Weekend event. Over the weekend, they will attend class and worship, interact with current students, staff, and faculty, and have some personal-communal discernment time on the beautiful UBC campus. During the event, VST will provide hotel accommodations and meals to those who are traveling from a distance. If needed, some travel reimbursements can be provided as well. This year, the #EW2023 event will be held on October 5-7, 2023. To register, CLICK HERE. For more information, please visit the website by CLICKING HERE. Question can be directed to Sam Andri at sandri@vst.edu. For more infomation visit: http://stmatthiasvictoria.ca/events/explorers-weekend/2023-10-05
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Running in the Spirit, RVM 5kJoin us for a community run! - Saturday, October 7, 2023 Join Running in the Spirit for the Royal Victoria Marathon 5k on Saturday, October 7, 9 AM start. Running in the Spirit is an ecumenical running group with Inclusive Christians at UVic, supported by local congregations. This is an opportunity to run with a group accepting of any running ability. Feel free to run/walk or fast walk the course. If you haven't run in awhile we will be offering some training runs to get people used to running shorter distances of 1-2 km and slowly working your way up. We can also help configure a training plan for you that you can do on your own schedule. Often it's being part of a supportive team and having a goal to stay motivated that helps staying focused. The 5k course time limit is 60 min. which is enough time for most runners and fast walkers to finish. Register now to secure the lowest registration fee. Sometimes races sell out as the race date approaches. Registration link here: https://www.runvictoriamarathon.com/ When registering you can join our team by selecting "Running Groups" and "Running in the Spirit" when prompted to select a team name. Others will also be racing longer distances on Sunday, October 8, including the 8k, half (21.1 km), and full marathon (42.2 km). However longer distances require proper training, especially the half and full marathons. The 5k is suitable for kids and adults with moderate fitness who can slowly run, walk/run, or fast walk for 5 km. Races include cut-off times, to honour road closures, aid stations, and volunteers supporting the course. Contact Pr. Lyndon at pastorlyndon@shaw.ca for more info. For more infomation visit: http://stmatthiasvictoria.ca/events/running-in-the-spirit-rvm-5k/2023-10-07
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Attention: Road Closures! Sun Oct 8thRoyal Victoria Marathon - Sunday, October 8, 2023 The Royal Victoria Marathon is coming up on Sunday, October 8th (with Thrifty Foods Kids Run on Saturday Oct 7th). Please follow the website links to find the Route Closure Information and Course Map to give advance notice if your route to St. Matthias on Sunday is impacted. Saturday, October 7th Royal Victoria 5K – 9 am and Thrifty Foods Kids Run – 10:15 am Starts and finishes at Willows Beach in Oak Bay Sunday, October 8th Royal Victoria 8K – 7:15 am and Marathon / Half – 8 am
Saturday, October 7th – Extended complete road closures for set up, 5K, & Thrifty Foods Kids Run Sunday, October 8th – Extended complete road closures for additional set up, races, & tear down During the races, traffic personnel will assist you in crossing the route when it is safe.
For more infomation visit: http://stmatthiasvictoria.ca/events/attention-road-closures-sun-oct-8th/2023-10-08
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