Church Council continues to work to see that in-person worship is safer for everyone. We will adjust our plans as health orders change. 
 
Being vaccinated against COVID-19 is the best protection for the health of yourself and others. We strongly encourage everyone who is eligible to be fully vaccinated.
 
We will continue to livestream worship each Sunday.  
 

• If you are not feeling well and experiencing any Covid-19 related symptoms or if you are not vaccinated, please stay home and participate in worship online.  
• You are encouraged but not required to wear a mask when entering the building and throughout worship.
• Observe social distancing.
• Sanitize or wash hands as needed.
• You are welcome to sing and you are encouraged to wear a mask.
• We will greet one another and share the peace at a distance.
• Holy Communion will be served with bread and individual glasses of wine that are spaced in the trays. You may commune with bread or wine alone if you wish.
• It is not required that people register for worship ahead of time or sign in as you arrive.

Greetings from Mackenzie Low, Community Health Coordinator

Mackenzie Low brings greetings to folks at Church of the Cross as the new Community Health Coordinator at the Community Health Clinic at Luther Court. While the clinic has not yet opened it’s doors to the public, Mackenzie and staff are laying the groundwork for the clinic to become a community hub in various ways. Look for an article in an upcoming edition of Crossroads to hear more directly from Mackenzie, including opportunities for partnership with groups in the church and wider community.

Morning Prayer on break this week 

Morning prayer is on this break this week while Pr. Lyndon attends the BC Synod Study Conference together with Pr. Lyle, afternoon of May 15 until afternoon of May 18. A time for renewal and continuing education. 
 
Morning Prayer returns on Tuesday, 24, 8:00 AM PDT. Join via the church Facebook page or at LutheranVictoria.ca and click “Worship Livestream.”

To send a prayer request to be included in morning prayer send it via e-mail to pastorlyndon@shaw.ca or leave a comment on the “What would you like lifted in prayer?” weekly post on Facebook or Instagram. 

Victoria Reconciliation Dialogues Resuming

The City of Victoria Reconciliation Dialogues are resuming as of May 30.  This was a very informative and engaging series held at various venues prior to the pandemic.  You are invited to register for the upcoming series at this website. (Click Here)

Truth and Reconciliation Committee

MAYStruation Days for Girls

MAYstruation is a month-long event building up to World Menstrual Health Day on May 28th. MAYStruation, the first National Project by Days for Girls Canada is to inspire people everywhere to start the conversation about period poverty, menstrual equity, and menstrual health education.  Many cultures treat menstruation as a taboo subject and girls must endure isolation, ostracization and shame during their period, unable to go to school or work when they are menstruating.

During the month of May, please paint your thumbnails red, make your own MYcycle, spread awareness, and donate to the Victoria Team Days for Girls or Days to show your support. Click Here. Select Victoria BC to donate to the local Team who makes kits to send overseas to Refugees around the world.

To help shatter the stigma of menstruation Days for Girls provides a sustainable menstrual hygiene kit to girls and women world-wide who not have access to menstrual supplies either because they cannot afford them or they are not available. The kits are provided at no cost to the recipients. Trained personnel not only ensure the kits go to girls and women needing  supplies but also teach the recipients about their cycle to instill self-confidence and dignity while also providing health training.  Each kit contains washable shields, liners, waterproof pouch, panties, washcloth, and soap all contained in a drawstring backpack.

For more information: Contact Susanne Standeven standeven3525@gmail.com

The Victoria Pride Parade is back in-person

Mark your calendars and Save the Date:
Sunday, June 26, 2022

We are consulting with queer folks and allies at Church of the Cross about marching in the parade this year as we have done in previous years. The parade begins at 11 AM at Johnson Street Bridge (new route) and those marching would gather earlier. Some folks may choose to join the parade celebration after 10 AM worship. We’ll share more details when available. 

Amazing Journey Day Camp

Registration for this year’s camp is now open. This year’s camp will be held from July 4^th to 8^th at St. George’s Anglican Church.
Register before May 15th and you will save $10.00.
Click here for more registration information.

Upcoming Sunday School, May 15
 
Do you know a family with a child ages 4-12? Consider inviting them to check out Sunday School at Church of the Cross. We post Sunday School dates each week in Crossroads, including this coming Sunday, May 15.

Kids join for the beginning of worship including children’s time, leave for Sunday school during the sermon, and then rejoin worship for communion. 

Talk to Florentien, Sunday school leader (florentien.verhage@gmail.com), or one of the pastors for more info.