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) Pastoral Appointments Announcement
After prayerful discernment, Bishop Gary Gordon, in collaboration with the Diocesan Personnel Committee, has announced new pastoral appointments across the Diocese. The appointments may be viewed online at https://www.rcdvictoria.org/news/pastoral-appointments-announcement
2) The Blessed Marie Anne Blondin Bursary
St. Mark’s College at UBC is now accepting applications for bursaries and awards offered for people within the Diocese of Victoria. The deadline to apply for the Blessed Marie Anne Blondin Bursary ($1,500) is coming up on May 15. For eligibility requirements and to apply, go to: https://stmarkscollege.ca/scholarships-and-financial-aid/#GraduateScholarships3) March For LIFE in Abundance – Knights of Columbus
The Knights of Columbus are inviting the community to their March for LIFE & Dinner on May 14th. The event begins at the 12:00pm Mass at St. Andrews Cathedral, continues with a march to the BC Legislature, and ends with a ticketed dinner and guest speaker. For more information go to: m4lvictoria.ca4) Family and Life Week 2026
National Family and Life Week (NFLW) takes places this year from May 10-17, centring on the theme “I am with you always” (cf. Matthew 28:20). Families and communities are encouraged to take time during the week to celebrate their own families, express gratitude, and share meaningful moments with loved ones across generations. See more at: https://www.cccb.ca/faith-moral-issues/family-and-life/national-family-and-life-week/5) Our Lady of the Rosary 50/50 Raffle Fundraiser
Our Lady of the Rosary Parish is excited to launch their own online 50/50 raffle fundraiser to support their new childcare and early learning facility. This centre will nurture children, support families, and serve our growing community for generations to come, while helping address gaps created by recent changes to provincial ELCC capital funding.
• Ticket sales begin: May 8, 2026 (PDT)
• Ticket sales end: June 30, 2026 (PDT)
• Draw date: July 4, 2026 (PDT)
Get your ticket starting May 8th here: https://www.rafflebox.ca/raffle/oltrp
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