Faith Tides is the online, faith-based publication of the Anglican Diocese of Islands and Inlets (BC). Through news stories, reflections and feature articles Faith Tides aims to showcase the work God is doing through our churches. It is a space where people of faith and doubt can walk alongside one another, share their stories and grow together.

Nominations to Provincial and General Synod are open to all who are communicants of at least one year, are equal to or over sixteen years of age, and have been resident within the Diocese for at three month. Should you have any questions or wish to submit your name for nomination, please email synod@bc.anglican.ca. All nominations must be received by October 15th.

Delegates to Provincial Synod 

Provincial Synod will next meet September 17th and 18th, 2027 at the Sorrento Centre in Sorrento, BC. The Diocese sends three lay delegates and two clergy delegates. Those letting their name stand should know that there is an expectation that a good portion of those who go to Provincial Synod consider letting their name stand for the Provincial Executive or in other roles in the Ecclesiastical Province.

Delegates to General Synod 

General Synod is scheduled for May 8-14th, 2028 in St. John’s, Newfoundland. The Diocese sends three lay and three clerical representatives and may also send one youth representative (who must be between the ages of 16 and 26 at the time of General Synod). The Diocese will cover the cost of travel. Again, there is an expectation that a good portion of those who go to General Synod also serve on other national church bodies and consider letting their names stand for the Council of General Synod. 

Delagates, for information on election to Diocesan Council or bringing a motion to Synod, please see the Comings & Goings from August 27th.

Join us for an afternoon of conversation and light refreshments at the Synod office. Come reconnect as we head into the fall season, and meet some of the newer staff that have joined the team over the last few months.

The Synod office is located at 900 Vancouver St, Victoria BC. Limited parking is available outside the office, as well as by Christ Church Cathedral. 

The parish of St. Peter, Saanich (Lakehill) will be holding a celebration of new ministry to mark their successful amalgamation. They invite all parishes to attend and express their thankfulness on September 27th, at 3:00pm. St. Peter is located at 3939 St. Peter's Rd, Victoria, BC. There is parking outside the church and it is on the 6 bus route. 

The event will be followed by a potluck, which all are welcome to join. 

Please RSVP to admin@twosaintschurch.ca by Wednesday, September 23rd.

All are invited to join Bishop Anna at St. Peter's, Quamichan on September 30, National Day of Truth and Reconciliation, for an overview of the Colonial history of the Cowichan Valley. 

The presentation and discussion will take place in the parish hall from 1:30 – 3:00 pm. St. Peters Quamichan is located just outside of Duncan at 5800 Church Road. 

To help us plan for this event, we ask that you please register in advance.

Registration for the celebration of the 50th Anniversary of the Priesting of Women in the Anglican Church of Canada is now open. The event is being hosted by our diocese at Christ Church Cathedral in Victoria on November 24-25, 2026. Come and join us as we give thanks for the many ways women have contributed to the life of the church as presbyters and look to the future to examine the challenges that lie ahead for women in the church and Canadian society.

Please CLICK HERE to complete the registration form. Registration for this event will close October 12, 2026.

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