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Please Remember in Your Prayers this Week
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Base Camp 2019: Faith, Friendship and Fun!
Please pray for all the campers and volunteer staff led by Dr. Mark Armstrong and the Rev. Heather Liddell, as they embark on a week of faith, friendship and fun, July 21-26, at Sir Winston Churchill Provincial Park at Lac la Biche. |
DIOCESAN NEWS and EVENTS
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General Synod 2019 - "I Have Called You By Name"Canadian Anglicans Demonstrate Desire to Recognize Differences General Synod 2019, aptly described as a “marathon” by Anglican Journal Editorial Supervisor Matthew Townsend, was a week of incredible highs and incredible lows. For the first time since 1965, General Synod was convened in Vancouver, from July 10-16. The Very Rev. Peter Elliott, Dean of the Diocese of New Westminster and Rector of Christ Church Cathedral, welcomed the congregation of more than 200 voting members, as well as national, international, ecumenical and interfaith partners and observers, to the opening eucharist service at Christ Church Cathedral on downtown Vancouver’s bustling Burrard Street. Bishop Larry Robertson, of the Diocese of Yukon, officially welcomed all the members, acting on behalf of the Metropolitan, Archbishop Melissa Skelton who was unable to be present due to illness. For more infomation visit: http://edmonton.anglican.ca/news/general-synod-2019-i-have-called-you-by-name
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Message from Bishop Jane
In the aftermath of General Synod 2019, Bishop Jane sends this message regarding the challenges of this synod, apologies to be made, and the road ahead: Dear Friends, For more infomation visit:
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General Synod Prayer Services
Throughout General Synod, from July 10-16, members of Edmonton diocese were holding delegates and their decision-making in ongoing prayer. Apart from the untold number of individuals who prayed, and intercessions offered on Sunday morning, four evening prayer services were held at Christ Church in Edmonton for those who wanted to gather corporately for prayer and worship and to stand in support of GS 2019. The Rev. Sue Oliver, rector of Christ Church, organized the services and invited clergy from various parishes to lead. For more infomation visit: http://edmonton.anglican.ca/news/general-synod-prayer-services
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Buyé Diocese Celebrates Confirmation Season
The Rev. Dominique Ciza of Buyé diocese sent a message to the Edmonton synod office this week saying, “The confirmation season started yesterday (Sunday, July 14).” Indeed it did! 142 candidates from the parishes of Gashikanwa, Rusengo and Mubanga were confirmed in St. Paul parish church. What a cause for celebration! For more infomation visit: http://edmonton.anglican.ca/news/buye-diocese-celebrates-confirmation-season
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Bishop Jane's Upcoming Events
Whether she is visiting parishes of the diocese, leading and educating the community, providing pastoral support to clergy, or representing the diocese in the Anglican Communion, our Bishop is always on the move! Here are some of the upcoming events which Bishop Jane will be attending: July 28: Parish visit, St. Thomas, Sherwood Park August 25: Parish visit, St. Peter, Edmonton For more infomation visit: http://edmonton.anglican.ca/news/bishop-janes-upcoming-events--378
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Edmonton West/Yellowhead ACW RegionalSaturday, September 21, 2019 The Edmonton West/Yellowhead ACW Regional Meeting will be held September 21 at St. Timothy's Anglican Church, 8420-145 St, Edmonton. This year's theme is Care for the Environment - "The earth is the Lord's and all that is in it" - Psalm 24. For more info, please contact president Gen Ashwell: 780-486-2999; Secretary Joyce Sharum: 780-407-6002. For more infomation visit: http://edmonton.anglican.ca/events/edmonton-west-yellowhead-acw-regional/2019-09-21
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Notice of the 66th Synod of the Diocese of Edmonton
To all Members of Synod: Notice is hereby given that the 66th Synod of the Diocese of Edmonton will take place on OCTOBER 4-5, 2019. This is a regular meeting of Synod for the purpose of electing officers, receiving reports, and other business referred to in Section 1(b) of Canon 7. PDF For more infomation visit: http://edmonton.anglican.ca/news/notice-of-the-66th-synod-of-the-diocese-of-edmonton--480
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Lay Evangelists:New Formation Program Beginning this Fall We are currently looking for lay people in the Diocese of Edmnton who love Christ, want to help others come to know and love him too, and are willing to commit themselves to a two-year formation program (six Saturdays a year, plus some practical work in between sessions). We hope to begin a new formation program in early October. The attached documents describe what Lay Evangelists are, and how we plan to form them for their ministry. If you would like to find out more about this, please contact your rector and also the warden of lay evangelists, the Rev. Tim Chesterton (stmrector@gmail.com or 780-437-7231). |
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A Weekend to Renew and Revive Your FaithCursillo 2019 Register now for the next Cursillo Weekend, October 18-20, 2019 at Star of the North Retreat Centre in St. Albert. It's an opportunity for anyone: singles, couples, and people at all stages of their Christian journey, to explore and expand your Christian life in a retreat setting through guided discussion, prayer, music and fellowship. If you've been to Cursillo before, please pray about who you can sponsor. If you would like to go but don't have a sponsor, email David Holehouse. Registration forms are completed by the applicant, a sponsor and your parish clergy. Email David or visit www.edmontoncursillo.ca for more information. Early registration is encouraged, as space is limited. |
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Call for Cursillo Secretariat VolunteersHelp share the blessing of Cursillo with others Has Cursillo been a blessing in your life? You can help ensure other Christians have an opportunity to experience Cursillo in our diocese by joining the small Secretariat that plans our activities. Please contact Lay Director David Holehouse at dwholehouse@gmail.com to express your interest by September 1. We meet 6-7 times a year, and there's room for every talent: from number crunching, to community event planning, to social media managing to general brainstorming. If you value Cursillo and enjoy fellowship with coffee and a cookie, you have what it takes! For more infomation visit: http://edmonton.anglican.ca/news/call-for-cursillo-secretariat-volunteers
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A Common Word Christian-Muslim DialogueFeaturing Canon Scott Sharman as Guest Speaker A Common Word Alberta invites you to its annual Christian-Muslim Dialogue on Saturday, October 26. Featured guest speakers are Neveen Ayad and Canon Scott Sharman, Anglican Church of Canada Animator for Ecumenical and Interfaith Relations, will address the ways, as an Interfaith Community, we strive to create spaces for gatherings where we can engage with each other in order to overcome stereotypes. For more infomation visit: http://edmonton.anglican.ca/events/a-common-word-christian-muslim-dialogue/2019-10-26
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Save the Date: Annual Bishop's Fund DinnerWednesday, November 13, 2019 The Annual Bishop's Fund Dinner, in support of clergy of the Dioceses of Edmonton and the Arctic, will be held November 13, 2019 at the Royal Mayfair, Edmonton. Dr. Sangita Sharma, University of Alberta Professor in Indigenous and Global Health Research and Alberta Health Services Indigenous Health Chair, will be guest speaker. Since moving to Canada in 2010 for her position at the University of Alberta, Dr. Sharma, an expert on nutrition, has led the Indigenous and Global Health Research Group, examining the risk factors for cancer, heart disease, diabetes, and obesity among vulnerable youth, adult and senior populations in Canada. She has more than 25 years of experience working with multiethnic populations, focusing on chronic disease, diabetes and cancer prevention research. Read her bio here and an Avenue magazine article about her work to help children in Edmonton make healthy choices. For more infomation visit: http://edmonton.anglican.ca/events/save-the-date-annual-bishops-fund-dinner/2019-11-13
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Still Time to Confirm Your Print Subscription!Deadline extended to October 31, 2019 Readers of The Messenger and Anglican Journal now have until October 31, 2019 to confirm their subscription to the print version of the papers. This is a change to the decision made by Anglican Church of Canada communications to end print distribution in September to readers who have not confirmed their subscription. ACC General Secretary Michael Thompson said members of the church are asked to confirm their subscription to the Anglican Journal and their diocesan paper in an effort to ensure the papers are only being sent to people who wish to receive a print copy. If you would like to receive The Messenger and Journal by mail, please send an email including your name, address, phone number and ID# (from label, if available) to: yes@national.anglican.ca; or call toll-free: 1-866-333-0959 For more infomation visit: http://edmonton.anglican.ca/blog/still-time-to-confirm-your-print-subscription
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Previously Loved Books
The Synod Office has a collection of books donated by the estate of the Rev. Donna Willer. You are more than welcome to come and see if there is a title amongst this collection that would be helpful to you. Office hours are 8:30am to 4:30pm. |
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Clergy Shirts
The Synod Office has a variety of larger sized men's clergy shirts generously donated by retired priests. If you would like to have a look to see if one fits you, please drop by the office on any weekday. |
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Indiginews
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 The Rev. Nick Trussell, Urban Reconciliation Facilitator: n.trussell@edmonton.anglican.ca / 780-488-1118 The Rev. Lori Calkins, Priest: loriinkster@gmail.com Resources: Please see the Indigenous Ministries section of the diocesan website for leaflets, web links and other resources to help you pray and take action for reconciliation. Please see the City of Edmonton Indigenous Relations Office to subscribe to their Community Bulletin. For more infomation visit: http://www.edmonton.anglican.org/what-we-do/indigenous-ministries
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Historic ApologyAnglican Church Apologizes for Spiritual Harm to Indigenous Peoples It was an historic moment in the journey of reconciliation between the Anglican Church of Canada and Indigenous people both within and outside the church: on July 12, outgoing Archbishop and Primate Fred Hiltz offered a heartfelt apology for spiritual harm done to Indigenous people during the colonization of what we now know as Canada. Bishop Jane asks that this apology be read out in each parish in Edmonton diocese. See the apology in the link below and in the attached pdf. For more infomation visit:
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Indigenous Responseto Primate Fred Hiltz' Apology for Spiritual Harm On July 16, 2019, the Indigenous Elders of General Synod 2019 resonded to the Apology for Spiritual Harm spoken by Primate Fred Hiltz on the evening of July 12. Find the full text of their response at the link below and in the attached pdf. For more infomation visit:
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PARISH NEWS and EVENTS
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St. Paul, Leduc Garden
This summer, to honour our out-going rector, the Rev. Susan Ormsbee, a planting of oak trees and mountain ash was undertaken on church property at St. Paul, Leduc. This will create a meditation garden which will also serve as a feeding area for local wildlife. The Oak, synonymous with English culture, is an ancient symbol of strength, survival, wisdom and divinity. The Ash is a symbol of immortality. The Bur Oaks will (in time) cast thousands of acorns in the fall, feeding woodpeckers, jays, geese and ducks, as well as squirrels. The rowan berries will supply food for a multitude of bird species over the course of many winters. Flowering shrubs and trees will support pollinating insects and birds. This is another example of how small projects come together to make a difference to the environment, local culture, and human spirituality. Submitted by Andrew J C Tait St. Paul, Leduc |
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Evensong at St. Stephen the Martyr
Join us for at St. Stephen the Martyr Anglican Church, 11725 93 Street, Edmonton, for Solemn Evensong on the feast of St. James, Thursday, July 25th at 7:00pm, and for Solemn Evensong with devotions to the Blessed Sacrament on the feast of the Transfiguration of our Lord, Tuesday, August 6, also at 7:00 pm. |
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The Appeal of John Bunyan
This free-of-charge public event is part of the 9th triennial conference of the International John Bunyan Society. John Bunyan (1628-88) wrote the Pilgrim’s Progress, one of the most read and translated works in English literature. Before publishing this classic, Bunyan spent 12 years in Bedford Jail for dissenting from laws requiring religious conformity. Could this happen today? What does the past teach us about law, literature, church, and state? We will explore Bunyan’s trial in three stages: i. a dramatic presentation based on his writings; ii. an appeal of his conviction argued by lawyers before a panel of Alberta judges; iii. audience questions and discussion with insights from international scholars. Join us Thursday, August 15, 2019, 7:00-9:00 pm at the Anglican Parish of Christ Church, 12116 102 Ave., Edmonton. |
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The Gospel According to SeussAugust VBS in Ponoka St. Mary's is joining up with Ponoka United Church for our VBS this year, from August 12-16, 9:30-12 noon. "The Gospel according to Suess" is going to be so much FUN! A person’s a person, no matter how small, but you must be 5-13 years and not 8 feet tall. And you must be registered, on this we insist, how else will we know how many Sneetches to enlist? Pick up a form (attached), or at one of the churches - fill it, return it, before August 1st. There’s a tiny wee fee, $20 is all, that hardly seems much for having a ball! POSTER Call St. Mary’s 403-783-4329 or Ponoka UC 403-783-4087 or find us on Facebook. |
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Lawnchair Church
This summer, the Rev. Maralyn Benay, deacon at St. Columba, Beaumont, invites all to join her for Lawnchair Church, an ecumenical communion service every Sunday, at 10 am, from May long weekend to September long weekend. Maralyn is located in Site 23 of the Whispering Spruce Campground, five KMs south of Pigeon Village on Highway 13. Turn south at Pigeon Village (corner of Blackbull Golf Course). Everyone is welcome! POSTER |
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St. Saviour's Invites You to Come and Worship at the LakeYear-round Anglican worship in the Wabamun Dragonfly Centre Don’t let the summer stop you going to church. If you are visiting the lake or playing golf in the Wabamun area, why not stop in at St. Saviour Mission? We are located in the heart of the village of Wabamun, in the Dragonfly Centre, Unit 3, 5215-51 St. We worship Sunday mornings, at 10 am and all are welcome! |
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Introduction to Godly PlaySaturday, September 7, 2019 Holy Trinity Anglican Church, 10037-84 Ave, Edmonton, is hosting a Godly Play training event on Saturday, September 7. The cost is $25 for the day (includes refreshments), which is payable to Holy Trinity Anglican Church on the day of the event. Please bring a bag lunch. To register, by August 30, 2019, send attached form to the Rev. Danielle Lepine: email assistantcurate@holytrinity.ab.ca or call 780-433-5530, ext 102 For more info or questions about Godly Play, contact Ruth Lumax, Accredited Godly Play Trainer, at uchurch@incentre.net or 780-352-2157. POSTER / Registration / Agenda For more infomation visit: http://edmonton.anglican.ca/events/introduction-to-godly-play/2019-09-07
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Cathedral and Diocese Seeking Passionate LeaderRector and Dean needed to foster transformative discipleship All Saints' Cathedral and the Diocese of Edmonton are looking for a rector and dean. You will be an experienced priest who will work closely with the Bishop, support the diocese, and lead a large, urban parish. All Saints' boasts a diverse community of faith in the downtown. We are looking for a passionate leader who will guide us in deepening our fellowship and growing as Christians. we need you to support and guide the parish in intentional and transformative discipleship, missional growth and reconciliation with Indigenous Peoples, as well as to support the numerous community-based programs the Cathedral offers. Please contact Jennifer Wirun: 1-877-494-8890 / assistant@edmonton.anglican.ca for the Cathedral profile and a letter from the Bishop regarding the role of the Dean. For more infomation visit: http://edmonton.anglican.ca/news/cathedral-and-diocese-seeking-passionate-leader
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BEYOND the DIOCESE
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Providence Renewal CentreSoul Food for Summer 2019 Take a retreat at home all summer long. Each week through July and August, Providence Renewal Centre will post a suggested activity and meditation in the "What's New" section of its website. This week presents questions for reflection on the Lord's prayer from Luke 11:1-13. For more infomation visit:
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Explore the Enneagram
The Enneagram is a remarkable tool for psychological and spiritual growth, offering insight that explains why we behave in the way that we do by uncovering our unconscious motivations and deeply rooted influences. Join facilitator Richard Groves at Star of the North Retreat Centre in St. Albert for this two-day, highly interactive workshop that explores the nine personality styles of the enneagram.
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Now Accepting Applications
The Studion School for Spiritual Direction is now accepting applications for its next cohort of students beginning in March, 2020. The Studion is a two-year, part-time training in the ministry of spiritual direction in the Christian tradition and is included as a public access course of King's University in Edmonton. Click here for application forms on The Studion website. Email thestudionschool@gmail.com for more information. |
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Exploring Contemporary Christian Spirituality: Origins and DiversityThe King's University Public Access Course A public access course at The King’s University, “Exploring Contemporary Christian Spirituality: Origins and Diversity” will examine contexts, development, and how they have led to Christian spirituality today. Public access, non-credit courses are offered at a reduced rate ($155), and you do not need to be a King's student to register. This course, which runs Thursday nights, September 3-December 6, will discuss psychological research documenting the effects of spirituality, as well as consider the relationship between contemplation and other forms of spiritual discipline. For more information and to register, visit https://www.kingsu.ca/programs/public-access/christian-spirituality. |
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Renovaré CanadaCertificate in Spiritual Formation and Leadership Renovaré Canada is offering a two year certificate course in spiritual formation, with a third year option for leaders who want to take it further. The course involves on-line work and two gatherings each year at Queen's House Retreat and Renewal Centre in Saskatoon. POSTER For more infomation visit:
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