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:
- October 2 & 3, 2026 Friday, 7-10pm PT and Saturday, 9am-4pm PT
- January 8 & 9, 2027 Friday, 7-10pm PT and Saturday, 9am-4pm PT
- April 9 & 10, 2027 Friday, 7-10pm PT and Saturday, 9am-4pm PT
(Couples must attend both Friday and Saturday sessions in order to receive a certificate of completion.)
Registration is now open for the October 2/3, 2026 course. For details or to register please check our website: https://www.rcdvictoria.org/marriage-prep
3. Reflections from Fr. Bernard on his Victoria sabbatical
For the past six months, we have had the honour of hosting Fr. Bernard Cotter of the Diocese of Cork and Ross, Ireland in our diocese. He was hosted by Fr. Dean at St. Andrew's Cathedral, but travelled throughout the diocese, bringing his warm heart and humour to the people of our community. Since returning home to Ireland, he has offered to share a short reflection. See his guest blog post on our website here: https://www.rcdvictoria.org/diocesanblog/guest-blog-feature-reflections-of-fr.-bernard-cotter-from-ireland
4. 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
5. Columbia Earthquake Relief Efforts - Caritas Canada
A devastating 7.4 magnitude earthquake has impacted countless families displaced 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/
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