News from the Chancery is published each week to share information and upcoming events with the people of the Diocese of Victoria.
We have seven items to share with you today:
1) On Friday, October 17, Listening Facilitators from across the Diocese will gather for the Diocesan Permanent Pastoral Synod 2025 Fall Plenary. Together with the Bishop’s Advisory Council and the Council of Priests, they will discern the questions to be explored in the next cycle of Listening Circles. All are invited to participate in the opening Mass at 9:00 am, either in person at Holy Cross Parish in Victoria (4049 Gordon Head Rd), or via livestream. For more information and the livestream link, please visit: https://www.rcdvictoria.org/events/october-17-dpps-2025-fall-plenary-mass
2)The Diocese of Victoria is offering a two-day, in-person marriage preparation course on November 15 and 22, from 10:00 am–4:00 pm at Holy Trinity Parish in Nanaimo. Open to all, this course provides essential guidance for couples preparing for marriage. A joint Certificate of Completion will be issued upon completion of both sessions. Please register by October 26 here: https://in-person-marriage-prep-nov-2025.eventbrite.ca
Find the poster for this event here.
3) The Diocese of Victoria is pleased to share that the solar panel installation at St. Joseph the Worker Parish is now complete and officially went online on September 19, 2025. The new solar system is expected to generate approximately 44,000 kWh of clean energy each year—covering nearly 90% of the parish’s electrical needs. Read more about this sustainable solar project here: https://www.rcdvictoria.org/news/completion-of-solar-panel-project-at-st.-joseph-the-worker-parish
4) The Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops (CCCB) has released a new video series on Family Catechesis titled "Called to Witness and Proclaim." Building on last October’s Pastoral Letter on Family Catechesis, the series offers accessible and engaging content for parish formation, family ministry, or personal reflection. Find the complete video series here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?app=desktop&list=PLKPm9ivAroOMLZw5PQYsBcXXDWbARAD4N
5) Sacred Heart’s Catholic Women’s League is holding their Annual Community Garage Sale Event on Saturday, October 18, 2025, from 9:00 am–1:00 pm at Sacred Heart Church Hall (4040 Nelthorpe Street, Victoria). Find new and used treasures, CWL baking, KofC BBQ, tea/coffee. Free admission, wheelchair accessible. Proceeds will support CWL charities.
6) The Soup Kitchen, operating in the basement of St. Andrew's Cathedral in Victoria, is looking for a Treasurer to join its Board of Directors. Working with the organization's bookkeeper, the Treasurer oversees financial operations and provides monthly reports to the Board. If you're interested in learning more, please email the Chair Teri Hustins at info@thesoupkitchen.ca. For over 44 years, as the city's oldest volunteer-run food resource, The Soup Kitchen has been a comfort and a lifeline for the downtown community. Consider joining this dedicated team of volunteers and becoming part of this rewarding work.
7) L’Arche Comox Valley will host an information session on October 16 from 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm at the I Belong Centre. Everyone is welcome to come and learn more about L’Arche Comox Valley, their work, and their impact in the community. Please RSVP to Rita at communitylifecoord@larchecomoxvalley.org.
Find the poster for this event here.
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