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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 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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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
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September 6, 2025 – From Stigma to Support: A Community Gathering Rooted in Compassion
On August 30, 2025, just one day before International Overdose Awareness Day, our community gathered at St. Alban’s Anglican Church in Richmond for an afternoon of truth telling, listening, and healing. This was not just an event. It was a reckoning. A space where stories were shared not to be judged but to be witnessed.… Continue reading
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September 2nd, 2025 – ☕ A Good Beginning: First Day as Rector, Rooted in Coffee and Community
Today marks my first official day as rector of St. Alban’s Anglican Church in Richmond, BC. While the title is new, the heart of my ministry here has been quietly brewing for some time—quite literally. For a while now, I’ve been hosting Coffee with Fr. Bill every Tuesday morning from 10:00 to 11:00 AM and… Continue reading
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August 14, 2025 – 🏡 Breaking Bread, Building Bridges: A Conversation on Housing and Hope
Yesterday, I had the pleasure of sharing lunch with someone I’ll call E—a man whose story and heart left a deep impression on me. We first met a few weeks ago in the premier’s office. E is a Christian and a successful businessman, but what truly defines him is his unwavering commitment to community. For… Continue reading
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August 12, 2025 – 🤝 Showing Up with Purpose: My Visit to Recovery Church in Richmond
This past Sunday evening, I had the privilege of attending Recovery Church at the Salvation Army Richmond Community Church. As someone who’s been actively reaching out and serving the community, I came not just to observe—but to experience, to be present, and to offer support. 🛐 A Space for Healing and Hope Recovery Church is… Continue reading
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July 11, 2025 – Love Is Love. And Nothing Else.
🍽️ A Quiet Dinner, A Loud Heartache Tonight, I sat down for dinner with two women I’ve come to know through pastoral care. The evening was warm, thoughtful, and filled with gentle conversation. But behind the shared laughter, one story resonated with unspoken weight. One of the women is struggling—not because she’s lost her way,… 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