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September 16, 2025 – This Evening at St Alban’s: A Meal That Nourishes More Than the Body
This evening I had the privilege of spending time at our community meal here at St Alban’s Anglican Church in Richmond. As I continue settling into my role as rector, moments like these remind me why this church matters. Not just as a place of worship but as a living, breathing community. Since the pandemic, Continue reading
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June 21, 2025 – Called to Go: Reflections from an Unexpected Encounter
This afternoon, I had the chance to attend a community event hosted by a Chinese medicine association. A good friend invited me to visit their resource table, and while I came expecting warm conversation and cultural insights, I left with something more—an unexpected moment of reflection on connection and intention. While I was chatting in Continue reading
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May 17, 2025 – Beyond Attendance: When More Isn’t Necessarily More in Worship
My recent conversation with a young man deeply involved in his church community offered a fascinating glimpse into how different individuals perceive and prioritize aspects of faith. He spoke passionately about his involvement in a “one church, one city” movement and, in comparing it to a larger congregation, emphasized the profound piety he felt within Continue reading
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May 10, 2025 – Remembering Trey Helten (Ashtrey): A Life That Held Us Together
Today, I stood among many at 159 East Hastings, in the heart of the Downtown Eastside, to remember and honour Trey Helten, also known as Ashtrey. We gathered in the Balmoral parking lot, a space that has witnessed both hardship and healing, much like the man we came to celebrate. The crowd was large. People Continue reading
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March 2, 2025,- “Welcome to Anglican Church”: Holding Space in the Midst of Contempt
Serving at St. Alban’s Friday Lunch program is always a humbling experience. It’s a chance to connect with our community, to offer a warm meal, and to share a moment of human connection. But sometimes, those moments are tinged with something other than warmth. Several days ago, a gentleman approached me with a familiar mix Continue reading
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Jan 12, 2025 – Walking in Love – Exploring Anglican Theology and LGBTQ+ Inclusion
We are thrilled to announce the successful completion of the first session of “Walking in Love: Anglican Theology and LGBTQ+ Affirming”! Conducted in Cantonese, this session introduced the Three-Legged Stool framework—balancing Scripture, Tradition, and Reason—and highlighted how these elements harmonize to provide a thoughtful and pastoral approach to interpreting Scripture. The Anglican tradition embraces both Continue reading