On Saturday, 28 October, the Cathedral Branch of Mothers’ Union got together in the Cathedral Hall Kitchen to make sets of Advent Candles. We have been making these beeswax candles for at least 20 years now. It is the major fundraiser for our group. Each fall, the purple and pink wax is ordered from a […]
Cathedral Groups
Jubilee Tea and a Jubilee Tree
The Cathedral branch of the Mothers’ Union hosted a Queen’s Platinum Jubilee Tea in June of 2022 and although it was not a fundraising event, we did however, receive donations. After covering our expenses, we decided we wanted to use the balance of the funds to commemorate the Queen’s Jubilee in a lasting way. The […]
Getting to know each other at a newcomer event
On May 10, we hosted a Newcomer Dessert Event at Cathedral Hall. The evening was organized by the Mother’s Union, Kurt Schmidt (Director of Christian Formation), and Andreas Decken (Chair of Welcoming and Hospitality). Kurt and Andreas are extremely grateful to the Mothers’ Union for doing an excellent job providing treats and setting up the […]
Mothers’ Union rally draws 50 members
“The annual rally day of the Mothers’ Union was held April 29 at Christ Church Cathedral with 50 members in attendance. The day began with a service of Holy Eucharist with several members reading scripture. Dean Geoffrey Hall and Archbishop David Edwards presided. The bishop preached, telling those gathered that the role of a Christian […]
Newcomer Dessert Event – 10 May
Are you relatively new to the Cathedral family — or “new at heart”?! If so, you are cordially invited to a welcome, dessert and information-sharing event on Wednesday, 10 May in Cathedral Memorial Hall, beginning at 7:00 p.m. Come along to hear about the various ministries supported by individuals and groups from the Cathedral, and […]
Give the gift of Easter flowers
The Sanctuary Guild of Christ Church Cathedral encourages gifts for flowers in memory or as a thank offering at the High Altar and throughout the Cathedral, at any time and especially at festival times of the church year. Forms must be received by Tuesday, March 26, 2024 to have memorials published in the Easter bulletin. […]
Mothers’ Union at a glance
Mothers’ Union is an international Christian membership charity of 4 million members living in over 80 countries, who share one heartfelt vision — to bring about a world where God’s love is shown through loving, respectful and flourishing relationships. Members actively pursue this vision through community programs, advocacy campaigns and a committed prayer life. View […]
People and Pancakes
The smell of pancakes and sausages filled Cathedral Memorial Hall on February 21st during the Shrove Tuesday Pancake Supper. After a two-year hiatus, the Guild of St. Joseph returned with many volunteers to host the supper. The men of the Cathedral greeted, cooked, served and cleaned during this much-loved event. The “Holy Joes” as the […]
Not just for breakfast
Shrove Tuesday is just around the corner and for many Christians, that means pancakes for supper! Not being a pancake lover, I decided to do a little research on this questionable meal choice. I knew that Shrove Tuesday (also known as Pancake Day, Fat Tuesday or Mardi Gras) preceded Ash Wednesday when many folks give […]
2023 Prayer Diary
This Prayer Diary, created by Mothers’ Union, contains daily and monthly prayers. You are encouraged to use it to facilitate your devotions. Each month in the colourful book begins with a reflection, an opening prayer and a creative prayer activity. “As we use this resource, we remember that we are united with each other, wherever […]
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