News from the Chancery - August 14, 2026

Written by the Chancery of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Victoria | Aug 14, 2026, 11:00:00 PM

News from the Chancery is published each week to share information and upcoming events with the people of the Diocese of Victoria.

Dear friends, 

We have five items to share with you today:

1. Columbia Earthquake Relief Efforts - Caritas Canada
A devastating 7.4 magnitude earthquake has impacted and displaced countless families across western Colombia. Many in our community have loved ones directly affected by this tragedy. In response, we are encouraging our community to support relief efforts through Development and Peace – Caritas Canada, which has launched an emergency collection to assist those affected by the earthquake. To learn more about they are doing on the ground and to donate visit: https://devp.org/en/colombia-earthquake-how-to-help/
 
2. World Youth Day Information Meeting
The team organizing the Diocesan pilgrimage to World Youth Day 2027 in Seoul, South Korea is hosting their first informational session on Sunday, August 16, 12:30pm at St. Andrews Cathedral. Anyone interested in hearing more about this amazing opportunity, including the activities planned and what to expect, should join this meeting. Visit the website to learn more: https://www.rcdvictoria.org/wyd-2027

3. Diocese of Victoria Pastoral Care Training Fall 2026
The valuable and free Pastoral Care Outreach Training series will be offered online this fall. The training is open to spouse caregivers, family members who care for their loved ones, clergy and religious, care aides and others in the health industry, and anyone who is personally drawn to learn basic tools necessary to accompany those who are in need of the healing ministry of Christ. For those interested, please register through your parish by September 17, 2026. More details at: https://www.rcdvictoria.org/pastoral-care

4. CWL Convention Collection Supports the Lions Food Bank

The 79th annual Catholic Women's League Provincial Convention held in Sidney this June donates funds to support the Lions Food Bank. Read the full writeup online at: https://www.rcdvictoria.org/news/cwl-convention-collection-supports-the-lions-food-bank

5. Job Opportunities

Appeal Administrative Assistant, Diocese of Victoria

The Roman Catholic Diocese of Victoria is seeking an Appeal Administrative Assistant with strong data entry and communication skills. This role is a full-time (37.5 hours per week) temporary role from September 15, 2026, to February 12, 2027. The hourly salary range is $23.00 to $25.00. See the full job on our website here: https://www.rcdvictoria.org/employment

 
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