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"The kingdom of heaven is like a mustard seed ... the smallest of all the seeds, but when it has grown it is the greatest of shrubs and becomes a tree, so that the birds of the air come and make nests." —Jesus (Mt 13)

Our congregation is small but has a big heart.

At our 10:30am Sunday Eucharist services, we usually have 20-30 people — and about 6-10 people attend our midweek Centering Prayer meditation and Contemplative Communion service at 12pm Wednesday.

How do we worship?

The Gospel ("good news") and Holy Communion are at the heart of our worship — and all are welcome at God's table.

Jesus invited us to "do this in remembrance of me" (Luke 22:19). We're each invited to come to God's table just as we are, no matter who we are, joining with others in this ancient liturgy with billions of people across time and space. 

You may receive bread and/or wine, or ask for a blessing from the priest. (For hygiene, please no dipping the bread).

We sit in a cozy but welcoming half-circle. Feel free to take a bulletin and blue music hymnal, and sit anywhere you like — within the circle, or at the back if you prefer. If you're able, you may stand for songs, the Gospel reading, and the Eucharistic prayers (the priest will announce when).

Dress in whatever way is comfortable for you. Everything you need to take part in the service is in your bulletin.

You may take part in whatever way moves your spirit — whether that's lighting a candle in the front corner; singing or just letting the music wash over you; touching Holy Water from the entrance font; meditating on saints' icons; praying quietly; or contemplating the readings or homily.

What you can expect:

• Length: About 75 minutes. We encourage you to arrive a few minutes early to find a seat & get your bearings.
• Music: A wide range of inspiring music both contemporary and traditional, including the songs of Taizé, Iona, Evangelical Lutheran and Anglican communities — led by our talented musician Dave Dagta.
• Message: A thought-provoking, heartful homily (sermon) by Rev. Tasha Carrothers — about what the Good News means in our daily lives and hurting world, followed by an invitation for anyone to share a brief reflection from their heart.
• Prayers of the people: Community-led intercessions for our aching world, Creation, and all in need. (If you'd like prayers, please write your or a loved one's name in the prayer book on the table near the building exit).
• Scriptures: Readings from our Holy Scriptures (New Revised Standard Version, an ecumenical translation with more inclusive language).
• Fellowship: Coffee, snacks and conversations after service (plus a monthly potluck).

Accessibility and directions:

• Accessibility: Fully wheelchair accessible, single-level building, including restrooms.
• LGBTQ2SIA affirming and celebrating.
• Parking: 2-hour street parking available, but be mindful of permit-only spots.
• Children: Kids are always welcome in worship, and free to move, make music, play and create art as needed. There's also a side lounge if that's prefered.
• Restrooms: 2 wheelchair-accessible washrooms with baby changing tables — located down hall opposite the building entrance.
• Indigenous: We worship on the unceded lands of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) Nations. We repent of our churches' role in colonization, including Residential Schools, and pray to be agents of truth, reconciliation, justice and healing.

What we believe

We look forward to welcoming you; please ask the door greeter or priest if you have any questions!