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:
3. Support Earthquake Victims in Venezuela
Many of you are familiar with the catastrophic earthquakes that have hit Venezuela. Following Wednesday’s devastating earthquakes, Development and Peace - Caritas Canada has launched an emergency appeal, calling on Canadians to give generously to help the Venezuelan people. To learn about the work being done and how to donate, please see: https://devp.org/en/venezuela-earthquakes-you-can-help-now/
4. Society of Saint Vincent de Paul Vancouver Island: Hearts for Homes Gala
The Society of Saint Vincent de Paul Vancouver Island warmly invites you to the Hearts for Homes Gala — an evening of compassion, community, and impact in support of affordable housing on Vancouver Island. Join them on October 3 at the Union Club of Victoria (805 Gordon Street, Victoria, BC) for a memorable evening featuring a three-course dinner, musical entertainment, guest speakers, and silent and live auctions.
For tickets: https://www.hibid.ca/events/hearts-for-homes
5. Job Opportunities Across the Diocese
Correctional Chaplain, William Head Institution
The Correctional Service Canada (CSC) Bridges of Canada Inc. is hiring a full-time Correctional Chaplain in the Pacific Region for 125-165 hours per month (subject to change based on monthly requirements). The Correctional Chaplain will be responsible for providing religious and spiritual services to federal offenders of all faiths residing in William Head Institution. Read the full job posting here. Anyone interested in this paid ministry position needs a mandate letter from Bishop Gary Gordon and can contact either the Bishop (bishop@rcdvictoria.org) or Tapiwa Gusha (tgusha@bridgesofcanada.com), for more information.