Events
Upcoming Events
Breaking the Stained Glass Ceiling:
Celebrating 50 Years of Women in the Priesthood
Saturday, October 17
6pm
Fifty years ago, the Diocese of New Westminster was one of the first three diocese in the Anglican Church of Canada to ordain women to the priesthood, with the ordination of the Rev. Elspeth Alley and the Rev. Virginia Bryant. Come join in a special worship service followed by a panel discussion, moderated by the Rt. Rev. Melissa Skelton, on the lived experiences and stories of women in the priesthood.
St. Faith’s is honoured to host this celebration in memory of the Rev. Elspeth Alley, who served at St. Faith’s after her ordination and celebrated her first Eucharist at our altar. Refreshments and conversation to follow.
This event is free. Please RSVP to help us plan food.
Joy as Resistance:
Poetry and Tea
Sunday, October 18 from 3pm – Sunday, November 1 from 4:25pm
NOTE: This is the first in series of events.
Join the Reverend Melanie Calabrigo and the Reverend Cal Morgan, as we share poetry and music focused on joy and hope.
Come on Sundays at 3:00pm for poetry and tea. This is a gentle gathering for kindred souls seeking rest and an infusion of goodness. Bring a friend! Event is free.
Three Sundays: October 18, October, 25, November 1.
“Poetry and Tea” is the first in series of events hosted by the St. Hildegard’s Sanctuary community focused on the practice of “Joy as Resistance.” As many in our world are experiencing a sense of unsettledness and communal grief, we hope these offerings may serve as a counterbalance in these challenging times.
St. Hildegard’s Sanctuary is an affirming, creative, contemplative Christian community. As a community we embrace art and beauty as soulful and joyful practices which offer balm to the spirit and rest to the soul.
If you are unable to join. us in person, please email: info@sthildegards.ca for a Zoom link.
Art, “Veriditas” by Wendy L. Fletcher
ILLUMINATE Gala
Friday, November 27
6-9pm
The ILLUMINATE Gala is St. Hildegard’s Sanctuary’s annual fundraising event. This year we are celebrating our 10-year anniversary as community! We would be delighted to have your presence and support.
The evening showcases performances and art by community members and long-standing friends of St. Hildegard’s Sanctuary. The event includes a Silent Auction of assorted art and related items, both lovely and whimsical at price ranges for all. And delectable refreshments.
For our 10th Anniversary performers include community friends and fan favourites:
Bona Seraphina and Delica Cee – singers, musicians, drag performers
Allen des Noyer – composer, musician, singer
Celeste Snowber – dancer, poet, writer
Cal Morgan – singer, songwriter, Celtic harpist.
We are also honoured to have renowned artist and long-time friend of St. Hildegard’s Wendy L. Fletcher, joining us at the Gala. And delighted to have an exhibition of her work featured in the Art & Soul Gallery. Art ini the exhibition will also be on auction, with proceeds supporting St. HIldegard’s.
Save the date! Get your tickets! Invite your friends!
And put on your Advent blue and enjoy an evening of performances and art.
If you are unable to join us, you can make a direct donation with the note “ILLUMINATE” here.
We are grateful for your support.
Detail from “Blue Christ” by Wendy L. Fletcher. Photo by Sandra Vander Schaaf.
Sanctuary Circle
Thursdays, 11-12:15pm
Join in the gentle practice of lectio poetica. Simple embodied prayer combined with poetry for contemplation. The time includes reflection on the Gospel for the coming Sunday, fellowship, and community prayer.
Weekly on Thursdays from 11:00am – 12:15pm (with some occasional breaks.) Both in person and remotely via Zoom.
Email info@sthildegards.ca to join and for Zoom link.
Past Events
Art Opening
Sabian Rawcliffe: Healing My Spirit
Friday, September 18
6-7:30pm
Explore the artwork of Sabian Rawcliffe at the opening of his exhibit, “Healing My Spirit,” featuring a collection of his drums, leather work, and formline paintings. This show is an exploration of Sabian’s healing journey that his artwork has led him on, and the ways that he uses art to help others on their own paths to wholeness.
The show opens at 6pm with a short talk by the artist at 6:30pm. Refreshments will be provided and all are welcome.
Healing My Spirit will remain open to the public through the first week of November during regular business hours.
Feast of Hildegard
Sunday, September 20
1-2pm
All are warmly invited to join in the 10th anniversary celebration of the Feast of St. Hildegard, this Sunday, September 20.
Worship at 1 PM as usual, followed by food and festivities. The service will be punctuated by poetry and the words of Hildegard. Refreshments will include the famous Hildegard’s “Cookies of Joy.”
This is a wonderful occasion to join in for worship and celebration, we hope to see you Sunday!
