• Those who are sick or suffering: Alison, Amy, Daphne, Donna, Katherine.
• Those who have died and those who mourn.
• Our brothers and sisters in Christ from Treaty Six and Treaty Eight First Nations.
• Bishop Sixbert and the Diocese of Buyé (Twinned Parishes).
• Request a prayer Click here to let us know what you would like 'pray-ers' in the diocese to pray for. We will use first names only for personal prayer requests. They will be removed after two or three weeks; please let us know if you would like a name to remain on or be returned to the list.

Edmonton diocese welcomed a special guest visitor, October 13-16. Bishop Jane invited Stephen Backhouse, author and theologian, to connect with parishes and clergy to learn and to get a sense of whether Stephen’s particular gifting might be something that could benefit the diocese going forward. Backhouse joined the ID session at St. Matthias Anglican Church in Edmonton on Saturday, October 13 and preached at St. Luke’s on Sunday, October 14. St. Luke’s parish found him to be one of those rare people who are academically gifted, yet able to communicate in a very down-to-earth, accessible manner.

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This workshop is for anyone interested in learning more about why and how church websites are an essential tool for inviting, welcoming and building community. Participants will learn about the must-have features of a church website and how to make the best first impression.

As well, Margaret Glidden, Director of Communications for the Edmonton diocese, and Matt Morrison, Founder of Ascend Collective, will talk about their partnership and present an exciting opportunity for parishes to share events and stories across a unified platform.

Since 2010, Ascend has reached out to equip churches across Canada. Their team is currently serving more than 500 churches and dioceses, including the Edmonton diocese.

There is no charge for this workshop (lunch included) but registration is required by October 29 at ascendworkshop.eventbrite.ca

Saturday, November 3, 10:00am - 2:00pm

Holy Trinity Anglican Church, 10037-84 Ave NW, Edmonton

This course has been CANCELLED due to low enrolment. We hope to be able to offer it again at a later date.

Are you seeking a way to step out in your faith? Why not join the Rev. Tim Chesterton and lay evangelist Alison Hurlburt for the Stephen Ministries course "Caring Evangelism," to be presented at Christ Church, 12116-102 Ave, Edmonton. The course, designed to help participants become comfortable sharing God's Good News in their daily lives, will begin on a Friday night, October 26 and run all day Saturday, October 27, to be followed by five Tuesday evening sessions: November 6 to December 4, from 7:00 - 9:30 p.m. Registration fee is $40/person. Register by Friday, October 19. For more info, contact Ali Hurlburt at alison.anne@gmail.com  POSTER

Come join us for this exhibition at Bleeding Heart Art Space, October 27, during gallery hours, from 11:00am to 3:00pm. We have collected voices from a variety of Edmonton youth through paint, drawing, craft and music. Young people ages 13-24 show off what they enjoy making, from pop art, to graffiti, to abstract expression. Admission is always free.

The Prayer Book Society of Canada – Edmonton branch presents “The Prayer Book and Prayer," featuring four different presenters from the Diocese of Edmonton. Begins at 2:00pm with Evensong to follow at the Parishes of St. Stephen and St. Faith, 11725-93 St.

Whether she is visiting parishes, leading and educating the community, providing pastoral support to clergy, or representing the diocese within the worldwide Anglican Communion, our Bishop is always on the move! Here are some of the events which Bishop Jane will be attending over the next few months:

October 22-30: National House of Bishops in Charlottetown, PEI

November 4: Confirmaton at St. John the Evangelist, Edmonton

November 8: Clergy Day at Christ Church, Edmonton CANCELLED

November 11: Remembrance Day at Holy Trinity 

November 14: Bishop's Fund Dinner

November 16: Cursillo Renewal Weekend Welcome

Archbishop Fred Hiltz invites parishes and dioceses across the country to join together in dialogue, prayer and reflection through Conversation Circles. He asks that each circle create a prayer expressing their "heartbeat for the church." The prayers will be shared at General Synod 2019, which is also the time when Archbishop Hiltz will step down as Primate. Conversation Circles can take place anytime from now until May 7, 2019. You can find all you need to know about this initiative on the ACC website.

This annual gala fundraiser assists the Bishops of Edmonton and the Arctic in supporting clergy and their families in times of need. This year, guest presenter Dr. P. Kim Sturgess, CEO and Founder of Alberta WaterSMART Solutions, will speak to the question: "Is water our next crisis?"

The Bishop's Fund Dinner will be held at the Royal Mayfair Golf Club on Wednesday, November 14, beginning at 6:00 pm. Tickets are $250 per person; $125 for clergy; $2,000 for a table of 8.

Please RSVP by October 31. POSTER

The Edmonton diocese is in need of a volunteer to help with our refugee sponsorship ministry.

Gail Millard, refugee sponsorship coordinator for the Edmonton diocese, is seeking assistance with the process of submitting applications on behalf of sponsored families. 

This person should be familiar with computer programs like Adobe Premiere and Microsoft Office and be able to help Gail approximately one day/month, with the likelihood of more hours when she is away in January, 2019.

If you can share your organizational and administrative gifts to assist refugee families, please contact Bishop Jane Alexander at the Synod Office: 780-439-7344, or email: bishop@edmonton.anglican.ca

Edmonton Anglican Cursillo movement is stepping outside the box this year with a Renewal Weekend, November 16-18, tailored exclusively for those who have made their Cursillo in the past. “I attended my Cursillo Weekend 20 years ago, and I know I’m not the only one who has thought how awesome it be to be able to take it a second time,” says Secretariat Lay Director David Holehouse. 

The Renewal Weekend at Star of the North Retreat Centre in St. Albert starts on Friday at 5:30pm, with supper for all who can get away from work early. A closing eucharist service will end about 3:30 pm on Sunday.   

As Partners for Life, members of the diocese give blood through the Canadian Blood Services (CBS) Program. Together, we donated 133 units of blood in 2017, up from 85 units in our first year, so we increased our 2018 goal to 125 by December 31. So far we have given 50 units of blood toward that pledge - so a good ways to go in the next three months!  

Click here to join Team Anglican. Our Partner ID is ANGL696986. 

To donate blood, call: 1-888-236-6283 or click below for more information.

Contact: 

The Ven. Travis Enright, Archdeacon for Indigenous Ministry: rev.enright@gmail.com / 780-477-5931

Fiona Brownlee, Aboriginal and Rural Communities Liaison: f.brownlee@edmonton.anglican.ca / 780-312-9070

Resources: Please see the Indigenous Ministries section of the diocesan website for leaflets, web links and other resources to help you pray and act for reconciliation. Please see the City of Edmonton Indigenous Relations Office to subscribe to their Community Bulletin.

Almost three years ago, Canada made history with the official completion of the first national Truth and Reconciliation Commission ever held in the ‘developed’ world. Wilson will discuss the difference it is making today and where Canadians fit into its unfinished business. POSTER

Thursday, November 8, 7:30 pm, at Star of the North in St. Albert

Register at www.starofthenorth.ca or call 780-459-5511

Following a 30-year career as a professional journalist, Marie Wilson served as a Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada Commissioner. She has been recognized with several honorary degrees, the Meritorious Service Cross, the Order of the Northwest Territories and the Order of Canada for her lifetime contributions to Social Justice, Communications in Canada and the work of the TRC.  

It was a full house at St. John the Divine, Onoway on Thursday, October 18, for the induction service of the Rev. Cheryl Boulet. The parish came out in full, along with visitors and members of the clergy from all around the diocese. It was indeed a celebration of this new ministry in Onoway and the atmosphere was full of joy and anticipation. The only sadness in the evening was the absence of Bishop Jane, who had fallen ill earlier in the day and was unable to attend. In her place, however, the Ven. Lee Bezanson stepped in and conducted the service adeptly and with his usual good humour. 

About 20 Messy Church leaders converged on St. Andrew's United Church in Lacombe for a Messy Meet-up on October 20th. The day was hosted by St. Andrew's and facilitated by Sue and Andy Kalbfleisch, Messy Church Canada Team Leaders from Ontario. It was a chance for those who offer Messy Church in their communities to share ideas and talk through the issues that have come up for them. Topics included everything from engaging all ages, to food preparation, to ecumenical partnerships and ways to deepen discipleship with the people who attend our Messy Churches.

While out for a fall stroll in the Knottwood neighbourhood of Mill Woods, people may have noticed and even sat upon hand-painted benches. On Sunday, October 21, the parish of St. Patrick’s, Edmonton, gathered around an inviting red bench with a blue cross painted by parish vestry member Lynda Haug. A visible sign of God’s gift of community, the bench was blessed by rector the Rev. Kevin Kraglund during the 10 am worship service on Sunday, October 21. The congregation gave thanks for the Knottwood Community League initiative intended to make the community more friendly and walkable. “God’s light truly shone upon us during this special celebration,” Kraglund said.

Pictured at the bench blessing back row, left to right, are: Kimberly Shaw, Program Director, KCL; Thomas Shaw, President, KCL; the Rev. Mark Vigrass, vocational deacon, St. Patrick’s; Rosa Little, member, KCL; Lynda Haug, vestry member, St. Patrick’s; the Rev. Kevin Kraglund, rector, St. Patrick’s; the Hon. Christina Gray, MLA, Edmonton-Mill Woods; Sydney and Nolan Shaw, children of Thomas and Kimberly.

Read moreabout Edmonton’s community bench initiatives

On Sunday, October 14, 2018, Bishop Jane confirmed Manuela Thiessen Carvajal, Oscar Pearson and Anya Pearson at Holy Trinity Riverbend. Pictured with Bishop Jane are the Confirmands and their parents, Paul and Suzanne Pearson, and Carmen Carvajal and Greg Thiessen. Submitted by the Rev. Dan Wold, Deacon-in-Charge, Holy Trinity Riverbend, Edmonton

Our Messy Church recently celebrated the theme of “Pets and Blessings.” We discovered the importance of being good stewards of creation by sharing the stories of our rescue dogs that were in attendance. We also went on a scavenger hunt to learn about animals nearing extinction and their need for protection in the world. And, of course, we had the blessing of the animals and stuffed animals too! Submitted by the Rev. Billy Isenor, Rector, St. Augustine's Parkland, Spruce Grove

Bev Rushton and Dana Isenor of St. Augustine’s Parkland, Spruce Grove, offered a flu clinic at Auggie’s Café on Oct. 16, 2018. Around 50 people received their vaccines while attending the weekly community lunch. Submitted by Dana Isenor

Retired priests, the Rev. Dan Ash and the Rev. Don Gray, will faciliatate a Saturday morning conversation on spiritual issues related to aging at St. Augustine's of Canterbury, 6110 Fulton Rd, Edmonton. This is a preliminary conversation to help us identify how we can best honour this time in our lives and our parish community. PDF

It's that time of the year again, come along for refreshments, bargains and great finds at Holy Trinity's annual huge fall rummage sale! Friday, October 26, from 6:00-9:00pm, and Saturday, October 27, from 9:30am-2:00pm. POSTER

Gain awareness and pay attention to your life on a whole new level

Dream messages come from deep within the self, and can lead to healing, wholeness and a closer relationship to the Divine. Come learn some practical ways to reflect on your dreams. In the meantime, we invite you to write down any dreams you have; you are welcome to bring a dream you would like to explore, time-permitting.

Good Shepherd invites all to come on Sunday, October 28 at 4:00pm to hear a spooky Bible story and join in games (with candy as prizes!), followed by the Dinner Church service. All are welcome!

All Saints' Cathedral's Manna Market is celebrating its Grand Opening on Wednesday, October 31 at 2:00 pm. The market offers fresh fruit and vegetables at 1/3 to 1/2 the cost of retail prices. Join us for some some good old-fashioned Halloween fun! We'll see you there for a great time.

Cash only, please bring your own bags.

St. Stephen the Martyr Anglican Church welcomes you to the following services:  

Thursday, November 1, All Saints’ Day: Low Mass at 10:30 am

Thursday, November 29, St Andrew, Evensong I at 7:00 pm  

November 10 and 11, the parish of Holy Trinity Anglican Church, 10037-84 Ave, Edmonton, will observe the centenary of the end of the First World War. The fighting ended on November 11, 1918, with the signing of the Armistice; the war officially ended with the signing of the Treaty of Versailles in 1919. 

Please join us for an exciting and enlightening lecture-discussion series on monthly Saturday mornings at Holy Trinity Anglican Church. 30 minute lecture followed by 30 minutes of discussion. Refreshments provided. POSTER
November 10 - Adrian Peetoom: “Narrative or Story Theology: An Introduction”
December 8 - John Brough: "The Origins of the Christmas Carol"

Edmonton Circles of Support and Accountability presents its second annual Benefit Concert at St. Faith's Anglican Church, featuring Edmonton musicians Mikka Corbeil and Emmet Michael. CoSA provides support and accountability for sex offenders who have been released into the community. Our goal is "No More Victims." Visit our website at www.edmontoncosa.org.

St. Paul Anglican Church in Edmonton invites you to take part in a fundraiser to help young people in Rwanda complete their education. Currently only 3% of the population graduate high school. The vast majority don't finish primary school. Join us in the church hall November 17, from 2:00-4:30pm, for light refreshments and silent auction. Quality donations are welcome. Please see the attached poster as well as a letter to be shared with anyone you know in the Edmonton business community. For more information, please contact Nora James at 780-628-4071, or Gay Gering at 780-486-4299.

Join us at St. Augustine Parkland, at 7:00pm, on Wednesday evenings: November 21 and December 12. We will explore scripture using a technique called “Lectio Divina,” aka Sacred Reading. We will be using the readings from the upcoming Sunday lectionary.

Please see the following opportunities to engage in centering prayer:

· 7:00pm Sundays at St. David’s Anglican Church, 8345 79 Avenue, Edmonton

· 7:00pm Mondays at All Saints' Anglican Cathedral, 10035 103 Street, Edmonton

· 2:00pm Tuesdays at Star of the North Retreat Centre, 3A St. Vital Avenue, St. Albert (office entrance)

· 7:00pm Wednesdays at Providence Renewal Centre, 3005 119 Street, Edmonton

The Anglican/Lutheran parish of Holy Trinity, Edson is seeking a parish priest/pastor to shepherd the community in a new direction as one church with open arms; someone who is enthusiastic about building relationships with the church and the Edson community-at-large. To learn more, please view the Parish Profile or click on the link below.

On behalf of the entire Canterbury Foundation family, we are pleased to invite you to our fall fundraising event: the Promise of Home Gala, presented by Stuart Olson, which will take place on Friday, October 26, 2018 at the Double Tree by Hilton (16615–109 Ave, Edmonton) starting at 6:00 pm. The event will include a champagne reception, dinner, silent auction and live auction.

Proceeds from this year’s Gala will go towards strengthening Canterbury Foundation’s Community Outreach Program, allowing our residents to have access to a Social Worker and Chaplain on site to holistically assist residents, family members and other seniors in our community with the challenges and transitions associated with aging.

Tickets are $150/each and can be purchased online. For further information, please contact Katie Schneider at 780-930-5581. POSTER

'A Common Word' Alberta invites you to the annual Christian-Muslim Interfaith dialogue: "Walking Together - Experiencing Peace in our Midst." 

Ladies, join us November 9-11 for a unique weekend to learn about the impact of trauma on the mind, heart and soul. We will look at triggers, memories, recovery, outreach to the broken-hearted, and ministry ideas. We encourage church leaders, pastors, and those looking for healing for the inner soul to attend. POSTER Facilitated by: Marg Daly, Dr. Helen Bowden, Pastor Anna Thede, Dr. Kate Woodman

100 years ago when the Armistice was signed, the Edmonton Bulletin reported the news “Edmonton celebrates the peace with impromptu demonstrations, sirens, bells, bonfires, and big parades down Jasper Avenue.” 

This November 11th Albertans of all ages will come together to mark the 100th anniversary of the signing of the WW1 Armistice at the Alberta Legislature Grounds, Capital Plaza. Experience the Loyal Edmonton Regiment Honour and Colour Guard “Piling of the Drums” Ceremony with the re-imagined Menin Gate; leave a message of peace at the John McCrae Poppy Labyrinth; see the Lord Strathcona’s Horse (Royal Canadians) Mounted Troop and corral; bring your stories and mementos to The Memory Wall; view the WW1 exhibits. There will be a three-part story of Leaving/Battle/Homecoming, a military tank and a 21 gun salute. 

For more information and to share your WW1 story, visit armistice100yeg.ca   

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Schedule of Events

12:30pm - 4:00pm: Events & Exhibits Alberta Legislature Grounds, Capital Plaza FREE Event for all.  

11:00am: 21 Gun Salute

1:00pm - 2:00pm:  Armistice 100 Tribute Ceremony  

Is your marriage drifting apart and you're not sure how to save it?

Retrouvaille is a three-phase program designed to help and renew a marriage. This program is for couples who have less than an ideal marriage and are willing to put the past behind them. The Retrouvaille program will let you rediscover your relationship with your spouse in a new and positive way.
The next Retoruvaille program runs November 16-19, 2018.
For more info, visit helpourmarriage.ca, call 587-598-4357; email info@helpourmarriage.ca

The Hospice Society of Camrose and District brings this day-long symposium to the Camrose Resort Casino on November 16.
Key note speaker is Dr. Rob Rutledge of Dalhousie University in Nova Scotia. Topics presented will include fostering resilience through: 
- Integrative medicine: Get the best of medical and complementary care
- Understanding your brain empowering your life
- Science and the practice of self-compassion
- Healing Skills and Mind-Body techniques
Cost is $40. Lunch is included. For more information and to register go to www.camrosehospice.org or phone Bill Harder at 780-608-0636. POSTER

The Start-of-the-North Retreat Centre invites you to join us at this start-up event for our three-year capital fundraising campaign. Fr. Ron Rolheiser will speak on Having a Reconciling Heart in a Bitter Time: The Invitation to Graciousness.   
When: Friday, November 30, 2018
Where: St. Albert Parish Hall, 7 St. Vital Ave., St. Albert, AB
5:30pm – Doors open (no assigned seating)
6:00pm – Social; Hors D ’Oeuvres and Cash Bar
7:00pm – Program and M.C. Tim Spelliscy
7:30pm – Special Guest Speaker, Fr. Ron Rolheiser, OMI
8:30pm – Dessert, Evening Wrap Up and Socializing