The Canterbury House

The Canterbury House draws inspiration from the famous poem by Geoffrey Chaucer. In his tale, people from all walks of life learn from one another, contemplate the agony and ecstasy of the human condition, and reveal something of God's truth as they pilgrimage to Canterbury. It’s a vision of connection and community that we seek to cultivate here at Advent Anglican. 

The Canterbury House is an intellectual forum that draws us into a higher region of engagement. It’s important to create space for parishioners to share their experience and knowledge with one another. Our roster of speakers testifies to a dynamic expression of faith in Jesus and His truth. The seminars encourage the people of Advent as we share this pilgrimage called “The Christian Life.” It’s not the pulpit, and certainly not a soap box, but a forum where we can learn, ask questions, and experience kinship with one another. 

Who can participate?

Everyone is invited to The Canterbury House, although small children are likely to have more fun attending our Children’s Ministry programs.

If I miss a session in the sequence, can I still attend the next one?

Of course! This isn’t school. There is no quiz.

Do seminars happen every Sunday?

No. We embrace a less is more philosophy. If seminars are “second breakfast,” an accompaniment to the repertoire of weekly worship at Advent, we think it’s important for seasons both festive and ferial. See the schedule below for more information about specific seminars (presenters / dates / etc.).

I have more questions.

Contact our Associate Rector Dcn. Jeremiah.

The Canterbury House: The Gospel for Children
Megan Lorance Megan Lorance

The Canterbury House: The Gospel for Children

The Canterbury House Presents: The Gospel for Children

How can we teach the foundations of our faith to our children without misrepresenting or over simplifying it? How can we give them a taste for theology, without overwhelming their taste buds? And where do we even start? Natasha is a part of the “FatCat” team at Lexham Press whose vision is to give children and parents resources that can help families with these rich conversations. Natasha’s job is to create visualisation to go along with the foundations of the faith, using scriptural scenes and symbolism.

She discusses what it looks like to create theological art for children, and how those principles can be applied for others who wish to pass on the knowledge of scripture to younger minds.

(Hosted by Tasha Kennedy)

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