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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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Feb 9 2025 -An Unexpected Connection Over Coffee
Every Thursday evening from 7:30 PM to 8:30 PM, I host A Cup of Coffee, A Caring Community, and Open Conversations at Blenz Coffee. It’s a time for reflection, sharing, and building connections with those who walk through the doors. On February 6, something caught my attention. I had noticed a group of gentlemen gathering Continue reading
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Feb 3, 2025 – Marching with Chinatown Together: A Reflection on Inclusion and Community
I was honored to march with Chinatown Together in the 51st Annual Vancouver Chinatown Spring Festival Parade yesterday. It was an experience filled with energy, meaning, and a profound sense of community. Amidst the lively lion dances, rhythmic drumbeats, and gently falling snow, I witnessed firsthand the strength of a community deeply rooted in inclusion, Continue reading
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Jan 17, 2025 – A Cup of Coffee, A Caring Community, and Open Conversations with Fr. Bill
I’m excited to share that 360 Community has launched a wonderful initiative: A Cup of Coffee, A Caring Community, and Open Conversations with Fr. Bill. This weekly gathering is more than just a chance to enjoy a cup of coffee—it’s an opportunity to connect, reflect, and build a supportive community. Together, we’re creating a space Continue reading
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December 3rd, 2024 – Reflection: A Quiet Start, A Faithful Beginning
Today marked the first “Coffee with Fr. Bill” gathering at Blenz Coffee on Garden City and Blundell. I arrived with anticipation, envisioning meaningful conversations and shared moments. While no one joined me this morning, the time was still a blessing. I spent the hour reading, reflecting, and praying for our community—for those seeking connection, those Continue reading
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Building Bridges Across Borders: Insights from Hong Kong
I am incredibly grateful to have been part of the delegation from our diocese that visited the Anglican churches in Hong Kong. This visit was a significant step toward building connections and fostering relationships, allowing us to introduce our ministry and diocese to clergy and parishes in Hong Kong. We envision our Anglican churches becoming Continue reading