Our Team
We are all called to serve. Here are our stories.
Our Team
We are all called to serve. Here are our stories.
"Each of you should use whatever gift you have received to serve others, as faithful stewards of God’s grace in its various forms."
"Each of you should use whatever gift you have received to serve others, as faithful stewards of God’s grace in its various forms."
1 Peter 4:10-11
1 Peter 4:10-11
VSCS Mandate
Our Mission
The Victoria Street Chaplaincy Society (VSCS) aims to uplift Victoria’s unhoused and substance-affected populations through direct street outreach, holistic services, and emotionally sensitive care. Grounded in the values of respect for all backgrounds and inclusive spirituality, we ensure that every individual is treated with the dignity they deserve.
The Victoria Street Chaplaincy Society (VSCS) aims to uplift Victoria’s unhoused and substance-affected populations through direct street outreach, holistic services, and emotionally sensitive care. Grounded in the values of respect for all backgrounds and inclusive spirituality, we ensure that every individual is treated with the dignity they deserve.
The Victoria Street Chaplaincy Society (VSCS) aims to uplift Victoria’s unhoused and substance-affected populations through direct street outreach, holistic services, and emotionally sensitive care. Grounded in the values of respect for all backgrounds and inclusive spirituality, we ensure that every individual is treated with the dignity they deserve.
Grounded in Reality
High Need
There are an estimated 1,500+ people experiencing homelessness in Victoria.
Mental Health & Trauma
60% of this population identifies as living with mental health challenges, and 70% report substance dependence or trauma-related symptoms.
Service Gaps
We fill critical gaps where existing shelters may have conditional access or lack holistic, relational support.
Governance & Transparency
We believe in radical accountability. Our financial operations are managed through a trust account at Crease Harman LLP, ensuring every dollar donated is used ethically to support our community.
We believe in radical accountability. Our financial operations are managed through a trust account at Crease Harman LLP, ensuring every dollar donated is used ethically to support our community.
Our Core Values
Community-First Outreach
Community-First Outreach
Community-First Outreach
Inclusive Spirituality
Inclusive Spirituality
Inclusive Spirituality
Respect for All Backgrounds
Respect for All Backgrounds
Respect for All Backgrounds
Trauma-informed Support
Trauma-informed Support
Trauma-informed Support
Dignity Through Action
Dignity Through Action
Dignity Through Action
Francis Autendyke
Principal
Contact Francis for inquiries regarding our core mission, spiritual care services, and general oversight of the chaplaincy’s work.
Principal
Contact Francis for inquiries regarding our core mission, spiritual care services, and general oversight of the chaplaincy’s work.
Principal
Contact Francis for inquiries regarding our core mission, spiritual care services, and general oversight of the chaplaincy’s work.
Lynda Dominy
Lynda Dominy
Lynda Dominy
Secretary
Reach out to Lynda for administrative support, official records, or to learn more about how you can financially support our ministry.
Secretary
Reach out to Lynda for administrative support, official records, or to learn more about how you can financially support our ministry.
Secretary
Reach out to Lynda for administrative support, official records, or to learn more about how you can financially support our ministry.
Gary Flook
Director
Speak with Gary regarding organizational leadership, community partnerships, and the strategic vision of the Society.
Director
Speak with Gary regarding organizational leadership, community partnerships, and the strategic vision of the Society.
Director
Speak with Gary regarding organizational leadership, community partnerships, and the strategic vision of the Society.
