• Those who are sick or suffering: Alison, Amy, Daphne, Donna, Katherine, Rene.
• Those who have died: Robert (Rusty); and those who mourn: Tina.
• Members of The Tree of Life Synagogue in Pittsburgh.
• 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.

Bishop Jane Alexander is pleased to announce the following diocesan appointments:

• The Rev. Anthony Kwaw as Interim-Priest-in-Charge of Emmanuel, Gibbons, effective November 1, 2018
• The Rev. Lorne Manweiler as Interim Priest-in-Charge of St. Timothy's, Edmonton, effective November 1, 2018
• The Rev. John Gee as Deacon at St. Timothy's, Edmonton, effective November 1, 2018
• The Rev. Sally Harrison as Deacon at St. Peter's, Edmonton, effective November 1, 2018

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:

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

Wondering what to do with that car or motorcycle sitting idle in your garage? The Edmonton diocese’s new partnership with Donate A Car Canada enables you to donate your car, truck, RV, boat, or motorcycle to be recycled or sold at auction (depending on its condition, age and location).

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.   

New online Group Forming: Beginning in January 2019, an online EfM group will be meeting on Mondays, 7-9 PM MST. Online groups follow the same format as in-person groups, making the program accessible to people outside major centres. Prospective students should contact Annette Cowan at efm-online@kootenay.info by November 15.    

EfM Mentors’ Training: A training event will be held in Edmonton in January 2019, running from Monday afternon, Jan. 21 to noon Wednesday, Jan. 23. This is open all members of the clergy and EfM graduates who may wish to learn about the program and possibly become accredited as group mentors. Interested people should contact the Rev. Robin Walker, Diocesan EfM Co-ordinator at robin_walker1948@outlook.com. Note that space is limited, and that accreditation requires attendance at the entire event.    

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.

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.

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.

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. She will speak at Star of the North Retreat Centre in St. Albert on Thursday, November 8 at 7:30 pm. POSTER

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

The Auggie’s Café community at St. Augustine’s Parkland in Spruce Grove celebrated its first baptism on October 23, 2018. Cynthia received the sacrament of baptism during the weekly community lunch. The baptism took place outside the café so that invited members could also participate in Cynthia’s baptism. It was an amazing way to celebrate with the faithful people who experience church by walking through the doors of Auggie’s Café. Submitted by the Rev. Billy Isenor, Rector

After an initial two-month trial period, All Saints' Cathedral held the Official Grand-Opening of Manna Market on Wednesday, October 31. Rock-star Rod Stewart (a.k.a. the Rev. Quinn Strikwerda) made a special appearance for the Halloween ribbon-cutting, as customers streamed through the door to get first pick at the fresh produce. 

Fifty-seventy people have been coming each Wednesday for the opportunity to purchase fresh fruit and vegetables at extremely low prices. Manna Market buys the food wholesale and sells it at cost, filling a need for greater food security in downtown Edmonton; a need especially felt by seniors and others on low or fixed incomes. Most customers are from the neighbourhood around the cathedral; many from low-income or seniors’ housing, including Cathedral Close, the subsidized apartments that are connected to the cathedral building and run by the Greater Edmonton Foundation. A few people have started coming because of connections with Inner City Pastoral Ministry.

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. 

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.

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"
January 12 - Heather Coleman: The "Jesus Prayer" in Russian Orthodox Spirituality 
February 9 - Clark Hardy: Social Justice and Trinitarian Theology 

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.

The Advent and Christmas seasons are coming, but that's not a source of joy for everyone. The holidays can be a time when we are reminded of pain and loss. Join us for this healing workshop where we will:

• Learn ways to prepare for and mitigate the inevitable triggers of holiday events
• Do some grief work in a safe, supportive environment
• Gain tools to contain the grieving process
• Engage in a spiritual approach that is inclusive of all belief systems

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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.

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

POSTER and 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  

Prayer Service 6:00 pm, McDougall United Church, 10025–101 Street

Prayer Walk 7:00 pm, Churchill Square (downtown Edmonton)  

For more information, contact Scott Key at (780) 435-1628 or scott.key@kingsu.ca      POSTER

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 Retrouvaille 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