St Barnabas' Church, Victoria, BC

05/07/2026

The River Harp

Come drop in at The River Harp on Thursdays at 10:00am during the month of May.

$15 drop-in fee.
Invite a friend—this program is for children ages 0–5 and their caregiver.

04/09/2026

Upcoming Tea Talk at St Barnabas Church: Interpretatio Christiana & Religious Bridge-Building

🗓 Sunday, April 26
⏰ 3:00 – 4:30 p.m.

How did early Christians engage with the religions and cultures around them? What is *Interpretatio Christiana*, and how did it shape interreligious dialogue in the early Church?

Join Dr. Cristalle Watson for a fascinating exploration of these questions and discover how ancient approaches to faith and culture still resonate today.

All are welcome—come learn, reflect, and be part of the conversation!

Childminding available by email: [email protected]

03/25/2026

Palm Cross Workshop with Easter Crafts this Saturday, March 28, 2026, 3:30pm. Community Potluck Dinner at 5:30pm. Please RSVP: [email protected]

03/19/2026

Surrender: Women’s Faith & Music Meditation

🚫 Please note: March 20 & April 3 are CANCELLED 🚫

Usually every 1st & 3rd Friday from 6:30–7:30 p.m. in the hall for a peaceful evening of faith, reflection, and music.

✨ Our next gathering: April 17 — we’d love to see you there! 💛

03/18/2026

Sharing because we also offer Waldorf-inspired programs and thought some of our families might enjoy this!

🌿 Confident Parenting Workshop Series
Waldorf-inspired, practical, and supportive.

🗓 March 28, April 25, May 30, June 20 | 10–11:30 AM
📍 The Dock, 722 Cormorant Street
💜 Entry by donation

RSVP: [email protected]

Feel free to share with anyone who might be interested!

02/26/2026

Join us for a Tea Talk – Sunday, March 8, 2026, 3:00-4:30 pm: Join John Plommer — “Pilgrimage to the Holy Land” Afternoon tea provided • Childminding available • Admission by donation.

02/26/2026

Sunday, March 1, 2026 is our Annual General Meeting. Following the Mass in the church hall. Annual reports are distributed by email to our Parish Roll and there will be printed copies at the back of the Church for your review. Please do make this meeting a priority. Lunch will be served. Childminding will be provided.

02/11/2026

Sunday Sanctuary Candlemas Celebration – The family-centered worship will now take place from 3–4 p.m. (previously 4–5 p.m.) this Sunday, February 15th at St. Barnabas Church, on the corner of Begbie and Belmont.

01/28/2026

Spring Break Camp – Monday–Thursday, March 16–19, 10:00 am–2:00 pm

Come explore the world of puppets and storytelling! We will create our own puppet characters, put on fun performances, and go on a special excursion.

Snacks and lunch are provided.

Contact Jasmin, Community Life Minister, at [email protected]
for inquiries and to sign up. The cost is $240. Subsidies are available for those in need.

01/28/2026

Mark your calendar
The Hope Found in Near-Death Experiences
Tea Talk | Sunday, Feb 8 | 3:00–4:30 p.m.

Join us for an inspiring afternoon with Dr. Elaine Drysdale (UBC Faculty of Medicine & Vancouver General Hospital) as she explores the profound hope and insight that can emerge at the edge of life.

Drawing on her internationally respected expertise, Dr. Drysdale will share powerful perspectives on near-death experiences—and what they can teach us about life, meaning, and healing.

Come for the conversation, reflection, and connection.
✨ All are welcome.

01/15/2026