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Dec 11, 2025 – A Bruised Reed He Will Not Break
Today I had the privilege of sharing coffee with Rev. Lauren Kirkey at South Arm United Church. Our conversation reminded me of the heart of pastoral care, not about changing people but about walking alongside them with presence and compassion. As we spoke, I realized how much we share this approach. Both of us believe… Continue reading
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Dec 11, 2025 – Reflections on Songs for the Season
On December 5, St. Alban’s Anglican Church was filled with music, warmth, and community as we gathered for Songs for the Season. This annual tradition brought together voices from across our congregation and wider community, weaving carols, choral pieces, and instrumental offerings into a tapestry of joy and reflection. The evening was more than a… Continue reading
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Dec 5th, 2025 – Honored Encounters with Marginalized Communities
In recent years, I have been deeply honored and profoundly grateful for the opportunities to reach out to and serve marginalized and vulnerable groups within our community. These encounters have been more than acts of service—they have been sacred moments of listening, learning, and sharing life together. I have had the privilege of engaging with… Continue reading
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November 13, 2025 – When a Daughter Brings Her Father: A Reflection on Presence, Pain and Possibility
This afternoon, a daughter brought her father to see me. There was no fanfare, just quiet footsteps into the sanctuary, the kind that carry years of weight. Her father has lived through long seasons of homelessness. He continues to navigate the labyrinth of addiction, the ache of family trauma, and the toll of physical suffering.… Continue reading
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October 2, 2025 – One Month In: Grace in the Everyday
It’s been a month since I began my journey as rector of St Alban’s, and what a month it’s been. They call it the “honeymoon period,” but for me, it’s felt more like a season of grace: full of introductions, invitations, and quiet moments of awe. I’ve been part of the St Alban’s community for… Continue reading
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September 30, 2025 – Yesterday’s Late Afternoon: Grace on the Trackmill and at the Table
Yesterday in the quiet of late afternoon, I stepped onto the trackmill. I wasn’t chasing speed or distance. I simply needed to move and breathe. I put on a song I’ve known for years, Jesus Paid It All. As I walked, the words began to settle into me in a new way. I hear the… Continue reading
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September 26, 2025 – A Friday of Presence and Prayer
At St. Alban’s, our Friday sit-down lunch is more than a meal, it’s a space of welcome. People come not only for food, but for connection. We set the table with intention: to nourish bodies and spirits, to offer community in the midst of whatever someone may be carrying. Today, that intention met a quiet… Continue reading
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September 19, 2025 – Today at St Alban’s: Grace in Action
Every Friday at St Alban’s, our parish hall becomes a place of welcome and warmth. Normally I greet the volunteers, have conversations with our guests, and say grace before the meal. It’s a rhythm I cherish, a way to be present, to listen, and to give thanks. But today, while I was greeting people as… Continue reading
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September 14, 2025 – A Sunday of Grace and Renewal at St Alban’s Anglican Church
This morning at St Alban’s Anglican Church in Richmond, something truly special unfolded. We gathered to celebrate Holy Cross Day, a moment in the church calendar that invites us to reflect on the mystery and meaning of the cross. We also welcomed a new member into the Body of Christ through adult baptism—a powerful act… Continue reading
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September 9, 2025 – Tuesday Reflections: A Conversation with Leo from Legacy Coalition Canada
This morning, during my open coffee hour at the local café (Tuesdays, 10–11am), I had the pleasure of sitting down with Leo, a representative from Legacy Coalition Canada. What made this meeting especially meaningful was how it came to be—Leo found the coffee hour listed on our website and made the effort to join. That… Continue reading