Archie and Hazel Anderson               Archie, our son Don, and Hazel came to Vancouver from Victoria in May 1963. A friend took us to meet Canon Fred Nicholson at St. Mary’s. He greeted us warmly and invited Don to be a candidate for confirmation. Hazel was introduced to Dr. Ian Bradley, Choir Master, and invited to join the choir. We have met many parishioners during our years at St. Mary’s; and it is always our pleasure to speak to people we have not met before.

Joan Guthman                Last year I was presented with a Certificate of Recognition issued by the Diocese of New Westminster Anglican Church Women, acknowledging my “over 50 years of loyal and devoted service.”… My husband is on the roster for sideman’s duty on a regular basis and we attend the 8 am service. We were married in St. Mary’s and will be having our 60^th Wedding Anniversary mid-May this year.

 Pamela MacLean            I came to St. Mary’s with my children in the early 1950’s when I was first in Vancouver…. I attended the Sunday school with my children and when an extra teacher was needed, I was there. Sometimes when you are busy you take on where you are needed. ….. St. Mary’s has been an anchor for me throughout my life. 

These are just a few of the comments that were shared at last year’s stewardship brunches.  They show how much of a home St. Mary’s has been for many members of our parish family over the years and the commitments that have gone to making this a wonderful parish.  They brought their energy, and faith and they formed deep bonds.  Over the years, many people have come to share the journey. The blessing of new ideas and new relationships has enriched St. Mary’s in Kerrisdale.  And soon we will celebrate 100 years of walking the journey together.  In companionship, we have accomplished much and we have been called into deeper relationship with God and one another. 

In preparation for our next 100 years, we invite you to do some reflection.  Where do you think God is calling us on the next stretch of the journey?  How can we be faithful stewards of the rich blessing we have in our parish home and relationships we have here?  What do you need from St. Mary’s to support you in deepening your own spiritual walk?