# Event Details - **Event Name**: Songs & Stories from the heart of Brian Doerksen: A Memorial to Remember - **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 17 Oct, 2026 at 06:00 pm – Sat, 17 Oct, 2026 at 08:00 pm (-07:00) - **Event Description**: Our family would like to invite you to join us in remembering Brian.About this EventOur family would like to invite you to join us in remembering Brian. We have planned a special gathering for you to hear stories, sing together, soak in the new songs from Brian’s new Breathing album, and watch him sing the songs with the footage we filmed in February.We will have free tickets available for this evening, but you will need to get your ticket online to make sure we have room for the people who come. The tickets are free and you will not be charged a service fee, but please only reserve what you will use to leave room for others. There will be an option to add-on a purchase of Brian’s CDs, including his new Breathing album. By purchasing Brian’s CDs online, you will be able to pick up what you have chosen, without any lineup. We will have the CDs prepared in bags that you can pick up as you enter the building or leave. We have a good supply and will be grateful to bless you with them.With much love and appreciation, Joyce - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/abbotsford/songs-and-stories-from-the-heart-of-brian-doerksen-a-memorial-to-remember/100002001250384773 - **Event Categories**: fitness - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 1 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 150, currency: CAD ## Event venue details - **city**: Abbotsford - **state**: BC - **country**: Canada - **location**: Central Heights Church - **lat**: 49.0326418 - **long**: -122.29392510000002 - **full address**: Central Heights Church, 1661 McCallum Road, Abbotsford, Canada ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Songs & Stories from the heart of Brian Doerksen: A Memorial to Remember - **Image URL**: https://dyn-image.allevents.in/generate-image?v=4&title=Songs+%26+Stories+from+the+heart+of+Brian+Doerksen%3A+A+Memorial+to+Remember&date=Sat%2C+17+Oct%2C+2026+at+06%3A00+pm&bg=4 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Songs & Stories from the heart of Brian Doerksen: A Memorial to Remember being held? - **A:** Songs & Stories from the heart of Brian Doerksen: A Memorial to Remember takes place on Sat, 17 Oct, 2026 at 06:00 pm to Sat, 17 Oct, 2026 at 08:00 pm at Central Heights Church, 1661 McCallum Road, Abbotsford, Canada. - **Q**: Who is organizing Songs & Stories from the heart of Brian Doerksen: A Memorial to Remember? - **A:** Songs & Stories from the heart of Brian Doerksen: A Memorial to Remember is organized by Doerksen Music. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Songs & Stories from the heart of Brian Doerksen: A Memorial to Remember is ideal for music lovers, fans of all genres, and anyone who wants to celebrate the power of music - from intimate gigs and live sessions to festivals and cultural performances. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Abbotsford, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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In 2008, Brian received a JUNO award for ‘Holy God’ (Canadian equivalent of a ‘Grammy’ for Contemporary Christian/Gospel Album of the year) and in 2014 at the Covenant Awards he received a ‘Lifetime Achievement Award’ from the Gospel Music Association of Canada. In May 2023, he performed at the Coronation Prom at the Royal Albert Hall in London, England. In September 2023, the 25th Anniversary version of ‘Come Now Is The Time To Worship’ featuring Matt Maher was released. Brian continues to record and work on new songs and is the director of a new online songwriting program called ‘Unlocking Your Songs’ which trains songwriters around the world. His 6 adult children including 2 sons with special needs, and he lives with his wife of 39 years Joyce and their family in Abbotsford, B.C. Canada." } ] } ] ```