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Setting Sail-- INSIDE THIS ISSUE -- Sunday Worship New Summer Office Hours Coffee & Conversation: August 6th Barbara Burns Paintings Bring food donations for the Kitchen! ------------------Outreach------------------ July Outreach - VICCIR --------------------Wider Community------------------- Government Matching Funds for Hunger Relief |
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Summer at St. George'sThe Rev. Christine will be taking vacation from July 12-Aug 1. During this time, The Rev. Don Walls is available for emergency pastoral support as needed. He can be reached at: 250-477-6818 or donwalls@telus.net. Thanks Don! Note: Our 8:00am BCP worship service will not be held July 17, 24 and 31. Please consider joining our 10am service or another local service. Some options include: St. Philip's - https://www.stphilipvictoria.ca/about/sunday-am Christ Church Cathedral - https://www.christchurchcathedral.bc.ca/worship St. Luke's - https://www.stlukesvictoria.ca/worship/worship-services |
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Change to Office Hours over the SummerHannah Sharlow-Tucker is filling in part-time in the Parish Office over the summer. She is only working 10-12 hours a week and so she will be prioritizing Sunday worship materials for this period of time. Her office hours will be 10am-3pm on Tuesdays and Thursdays only. Please note, if she is by herself at the office she will keep the doors locked, so please call ahead or knock on the back outside door of the new office on the west end of the building. |
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New Parish Administrator needed!The parish of St George the Martyr, Cadboro Bay (Victoria) seeks a permanent Parish Administrator for 30 hours / week, to manage all functions related to the administration of the parish. BACKGROUND St George’s is an equitable employer that operates with humility and gratitude to the First Peoples of Turtle Island on whose traditional lands we work and play. Ours is a progressive church where seekers are welcome to receive communion, baptism, marriage and ordination on an equal basis. As one of 46 diocesan parishes extending across Vancouver Island, the Gulf Islands of the Salish Sea and Kingcome Inlet, we are part of the Anglican Diocese of British Columbia. OUR MINISTRY St. George’s is a vibrant, inclusive and caring community of approximately 244 active parishioners that seeks to be a tangible witness of God's love for all creation. We strive to be an open and affirming community that welcomes anyone seeking companionship, spiritual nourishment, inspiration and love. We are learning how to best respond to the current social climate, the surrounding community, the land, and the colonial history which continues to shape our present. We value compassion, growth, inclusion and making a difference as we live out a Christ-centred spirituality. YOUR WORK WITH US The Parish Administrator works to oversee the day-to-day operations of the parish. The position encompasses a broad and diverse range of responsibilities that support the work of the church, including but not limited to:
QUALIFICATIONS We are looking for a welcoming and confident individual who enjoys working independently as well as actively collaborating with others. The ideal candidate has:
The Parish Administrator will maintain regular, on site, office hours with the option of some remote work, for a total 30 hours / week. The schedule will be determined in consultation with parish leadership, with the possibility of occasional evening or weekend work. Hourly wage: $19.00 - $22.00 to start, depending on skills and experience. A comprehensive benefits package is included. Candidates will be required to provide a Police Information Check with a Vulnerable Sector search and abide by the diocesan policies. If your values and experience align with St. George’s, we want to hear from you. Please submit a cover letter and resume to: wardens@stgeorgecadborobay.ca. Deadline for applications is August 12, 2022. |
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Can You Provide a Home For Any of These Items?As part of the office move and re-organization, there are some items that St. Georges no longer requires, including a sink and vanity and two chest-style deep freezes. Pictures are attached, and the items are also available for viewing in the Lower Hall. Note that the picture of the freezers shows three; two are available, one will be kept by the Parish. If you would like to claim one or more of these, please contact one of the Wardens or Gary Fisher to arrange pick-up. Unclaimed items will be disposed of during the first week of August. Donations are welcome, but not necessary. |
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Coffee and ConversationCoffee and Conversation: The group will be having a picnic at Willows Beach on Saturday, August 6. Those who would like to carpool will gather at St. George’s at 10:00 to carpool. Otherwise go directly to the Beach. Each person will bring some food to share. A table will be reserved by Nicole who will have a cooler. Could a couple of people bring a folding chair in case the table is crowded please. We will relax on the beach or walk the Esplanade and then have the picnic about 11:30 am. There will be cold cans of Bubly, lemonade, ice tea and Perrier water. If you would like to join us call Margaret at 250 595-0717. |
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Barbara Burns PaintingsWe have a few Barbara Burns' paintings that were found in the old parish office tucked in a corner. On Sunday you are welcome to take one of the paintings available in the Narthex if you'd like one. Barbara Burns (1920-2013) was a long-time parishioner of St. George's and was the one who painted "Mother and Child" which hangs above the altar in the Lady Chapel. |
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Bring food donations this Sunday!Here are the Top 5 pantry items for the month of July at The Shelbourne Community Kitchen. Dish Soap Cans of Tuna and Salmon Peanut Butter Canned tomatoes, pasta sauces, and pasta Canned beans About This Months Donations: The list is looking fairly similar to last month with the addition of dish soap. We have been seeing between 25-40 new folks accessing our services each month and with your continued support we have been able to feed upwards of 240 people last month. Thank you so very much. |
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July Outreach: Vancouver Island Counselling Centre for Immigrants and RefugeesThe Social Justice and Outreach Team have made the decision to support VICCIR, Vancouver Island Counselling Centre for Immigrants and Refugees, which is supporting Ukrainian newcomers and Community Mental Health with our blue envelopes in July. |
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Government Matching Funds for Hunger Relief in Sub-Saharan AfricaConflict, climate change and COVID-19 have combined to create a deadly situation in Sub-Saharan Africa. Families in 23 countries are facing starvation as drought and the war in Ukraine disrupt food supply. The Government of Canada has allocated $250 million toward hunger relief in countries where the situation is most dire. As well, the government will match all donations made by individuals to the Humanitarian Coalition's Appeal to End Hunger by July 17, up to a total of $5 million. |
