The Welcome Back BBQ! 

It's here!... Right after the 10:30 am service this Sunday it's time to reconnect with friends, share your summer adventures, and take the opportunity to introduce yourself to Dean Ansley, - our new Presiding Priest.

Enjoy the food (hotdogs, corn and salads), the fellowship and the fun!

Lunch is by donation. 

Many thanks to Terry and Stan Willow and all the volunteers that helped organize this favourite annual St. Mike's end-of-summer tradition!

The Annual Fall Sale on September 20th is quickly approaching, and to be ready we need your help!

LAST DAY for DONATIONS is Wednesday, Sept. 17th.

Volunteers are needed for the following activities:

Set-up days: Tuesday to Friday Sept.16th to 19th. Daily drop-in from 9:30-3:30

Sale Day: Sale Hours are 10-1. Arrive by 9:15

Take-Down: Monday and Tuesday Sept.22nd and 23rd. Daily Drop-in 9:30-3:30.

Many hands make light work and helpers are needed for numerous assorted tasks, for example securing outside tarps at the end of each day, and taking away garbage and recycling after the sale is over. 

Please contact Lenore directly at englishres@shaw.ca, if you can help through the week leading up to the sale.

Join the Fall Diocesan Women's Retreat September 26-28, 2025 at Camp Pringle as they dive into Keeping the Faith in the Turbulent 2020's with Bishop Anna and Rev. Christine Conkin.

The 2020s...we know how they started. How are they going? Climate crisis. Racial reckonings. Institutional church decline. Trump is back. The future is uncertain. 

How does our theology help or hinder us as we navigate the turbulence of our times? How do we hold fast in these chaotic and changing times? Together you'll look at some of the theological voices of our time and explore their insights to dig into some of the issues of our day.

Cost:

Day Attendance only (includes meals): $160

Shared Room: $265

Single Room: $325

Deadline to Register: September 11, 2025

MORE INFO

Saturday, October 25, 2025

Our very own Bishop's Warden, Stan Willow will be a recipient at  the 2025 investiture service will take place on Saturday, October 25, 2025, at Christ Church Cathedral, Victoria. 

The purpose of the Order is to honour and give special recognition to members of the diocese (and in the case of honourary awards, those not part of the diocese) who have given outstanding service over a significant period of time in their baptismal ministry. 

To watch the livestream of this service, click here. 

Early Bird Rate until September 14

Founded in 1989, Christ Church Cathedral School provides an outstanding and inspiring education to children JK-8. Ranking among the very top performing schools in our city and rooted in the Anglican ethos, we provide a well-rounded curriculum accessible to students of all beliefs, nurturing the spiritual, social, physical and intellectual growth of every child.
 
We aspire to be the school of choice for families who seek an excellent education for their children in a vibrant, caring and inclusive community where students can discover the path toward the best version of themselves.

Now accepting applications for 2025–26 and 2026–27

https://www.cathedralschool.ca/applynow

As the hot and lazy days of August wind down and the return to school (for some) and fall weather nears, we all look forward to the renewed activities at St Michael’s.

The summer iced tea was a welcome respite from the hall during the hot summer days. The Fall Welcome Back BBQ September 7^th sets the scene for a new year of worship and fellowship.  The next big event is the Fall Sale on September 20^th followed by our Patronal Day and Orange Shirt Day on September 28^th.

Now that we soon return to fall, it is time to consider supporting out various worship and fellowship activities that sustain us on a weekly basis.  Our service is parishioner based, and we are active participants in the spiritual role of our parish.  If you wish to support our worship services by reading lessons, leading the prayers of the people or being a greeter, you are welcome.    

Our Altar Guild is looking for volunteers to continue the vital work they do in preparing the Sanctuary for worship.  This includes maintaining and caring the sacred vessels, altar linens, vestments and setting the altar with communion wares.  It is an important, interesting and precise task that is essential to our worship.     

Our Coffee Fellowship is well received and an important social time for our congregation after worship. The need for volunteers is there and Margarite Heppell is always on the hunt for volunteers. The Fall and Christmas sales are nearing, and volunteers are critical for the success of the sales

Our Bottle Divers’ crew (Nancy P., Betty Ann M. and Stan) have grown to four volunteers with the latest addition of Deb Ayotte to the team.  A much welcome boost to the outreach program.

Finally, February 2026 is our Annual General Meeting time and that is when Parish Council and the Wardens are elected.  Parish Council is the advisory board and help determine the way ahead for St Michael’s. The Council meets once a month, and the council members play a vital role in being the voice of the parishioners. If you wish to help steer the path for St Michael’s, please consider volunteering to stand as a council member.

We all love and cherish our parish and our community.  A little help will go a long way in supporting our church and community.  If you can, please consider stepping up as available for our community.

Stan Willow

Bishop’s Warden

tOur Sunday 8:30am service is shaped by the 1962 Book of Common Prayer. The lilt and rhythm of old English finds its way into this liturgy, and some beautiful turns of phrase illuminate this service where there is no music. While the service itself is quiet, regular attendees are lively, friendly and very welcoming.

Our Sunday 10:30am service, shaped by the Book of Alternative Services, includes music and more contemporary language and images for understanding God. This service is normally recorded and available for view on Sunday afternoon on the website.

WATCH the Service HERE

There are several email addresses setup for your convenience contacting the church.  Please refer to the list below and feel free to reach out when you need to.