The Parish of Saint Saviour, The Christian Episcopal Church of Canada, Richmond, British Columbia

The Parish of Saint Saviour, part of The Christian Episcopal Church of Canada, is a religious organization based in Richmond, British Columbia. Established as a part of Saint Saviour's Anglican parish, it operates under the oversight of the Anglican Diocese of Richmond.

History

The Christian Episcopal Church of Canada was founded in 1991 by members of the Anglican Church of Canada who sought to maintain traditional Anglican practices and theology within a separate framework. Saint Saviour's itself began its activities in 1993, aligning with this mission.

Affiliations and Beliefs

The Christian Episcopal Church of Canada is described as a national Catholic and Apostolic Church of the Anglican Tradition. It is in full communion with other like-minded Anglican churches, including the Christian Episcopal Church in the United States and the Church of England in the Cayman Islands. The church adheres to orthodox Catholic and Apostolic teachings, emphasizing continuity with historical Anglican faith and practice.

Operations

The Parish of Saint Saviour is one of the constituted congregations under the Diocese of Richmond, which extends from British Columbia to Ontario. The diocese is overseen by key figures in the Christian Episcopal Church hierarchy, ensuring structured governance and theological alignment.

Charitable Status

The Parish of Saint Saviour is registered with the Canada Revenue Agency as a charitable organization, enabling it to receive donations and issue tax receipts to contributors. This status allows the parish to focus on its religious and community activities.

Service and Community

While specific details about the parish's community services are not available, its alignment with the broader mission of the Christian Episcopal Church suggests engagement in spiritual guidance, worship services, and potentially other outreach programs typical of Anglican parishes.