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News and Events in the Edmonton Diocese

Anglican Diocese of Edmonton
Synod Scene October 28-November 3, 2019
Please Remember in Your Prayers this Week

Please Remember in Your Prayers this Week

  • Those who are sick, suffering or in need: Brian, Denise, Daphne and Will.
  • Those who have died: Amy, 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 which will be removed after two or three weeks.

DIOCESAN NEWS and EVENTS

Season of Confirmations in Buyé

Season of Confirmations in Buyé

Our companion Diocese of Buyé has completed its ‘season of confirmations’ with the final services held this autumn at All Saints’ Cathedral in Buyé, and in the parishes of Murama and Kayanza. 19 were confirmed at the cathedral, 120 in Murama and 27 in Kayanza. The total confirmations for this season throughout the diocese was 1,285. What an encouragement!    

For more infomation visit:

http://edmonton.anglican.ca/news/season-of-confirmations-in-buye

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Cursillo Weekend a Blessing

Cursillo Weekend a Blessing

to be followed by Welcome Potluck!

Edmonton Anglican Cursillo movement has accomplished another powerful and spirit-filled Weekend, opening hearts and renewing faith by God’s grace. Now comes the Fourth Day, with ongoing opportunities to support each other as we walk in the real world outside the retreat centre.  

Up next - the annual Welcome Potluck, when we welcome our new Cursillistas with a feast, November 22, 6:00 pm, at St. Timothy’s Anglican Church, 8420-145 St, Edmonton. Secretariat (Cursillo’s local governing committee) provides the festive main course, and seasoned Cursillistas are invited to bring a salad or dessert. For our new Cursillistas - bring nothing but yourself! 

BTW - if anyone knows who made this glass cross, please contact dwholehouse@gmail.com. 

Messenger Subscription Confirmation Deadline Today, Oct 31

Messenger Subscription Confirmation Deadline Today, Oct 31

Reminder to readers of The Messenger and Anglican Journal you must confirm your subscription by today, Oct 31, if you wish to continue receiving a print copy of either paper. After today, anyone who has not confirmed their subscription will not receive the papers in the mail. Digital issues can be read online.

If you would like to receive The Messenger and Journal by mail, please confirm your subscription at https://www.anglicanjournal.com/yes/; or call toll-free: 1-866-333-0959. 

For more infomation visit:

http://edmonton.anglican.ca/news/messenger-subscription-confirmation-deadline-approaching

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Green Burials

Green Burials

Presented by Prayer Book Society Edmonton Branch

On Sunday, November 3, from 2 – 4 pm, at St. Stephen the Martyr / St. Faith Parishes 11725-93 Street NW, the Prayer Book Society of Canada, Edmonton Branch will present a public session exploring the green burial trend in burial practices.

For a burial to be considered “green,” it must consist of no embalming, a cloth shroud or simple coffin and no grave liner. Once buried the body is left to decompose and return to the earth, it is a full realization of the ancient burial rite: “Earth to earth, ashes to ashes, dust to dust.”

For more infomation visit:

http://edmonton.anglican.ca/events/green-burials/2019-11-03

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Service of Ordination

Service of Ordination

7:00 pm, Monday, November 4

It is our pleasure to announce that Bishop Jane Alexander intends, God willing, to ordain to the diaconate Maryann Amor, curate at St. Luke's, Edmonton; and Shelly King, spiritual director and administrative assistant at the Synod Office. The ordination service will be held Monday, November 4, 2019, feast day of the Old Testament Saints, 7:00 pm, at All Saints' Anglican Cathedral, 10035-103 St NW, Edmonton. Your prayers and presence are requested. Clergy are invited to vest. The colour is white.

Celebration of Life for Amy Croy

Celebration of Life for Amy Croy

A Celebration of Life for Amy Croy who served faithfully as Alpha Youth Coordinator for the Edmonton diocese will be held at St. John’s Anglican Church, 11111 - 57 Ave NW, Edmonton on November 9, 2019 at 1:00 pm. Dress Code is colourful. Reception at the church to follow. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to compassion.ca and ovariancanada.org

For more infomation visit:

http://edmonton.anglican.ca/events/celebration-of-life-for-amy-croy/2019-11-09

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Pathways to Recovery

Pathways to Recovery

Tuesday, November 19 at Beth Israel Synagogue, 131 Wolf Willow Road, Edmonton

This event is organized and facilitated by the Capital Region Interfaith Housing Initiative, of which the Diocese of Edmonton is a founder and active participant. POSTER
The keynote address at this event will be provided by Karen Bruno. Karen is a Cree woman from Treaty 6 Territory with 27 years experience in advocacy and networking, creative thinking and problem solving. This conversation will seek to build a shared understanding of several key factors needed to transition people from homelessness to full recovery and integration into the community. To register, visit www.interfaithhousing.ca or email Mike Van Boom at mike@interfaithhousing.ca

Imagine What You Could Do with $2500

Imagine What You Could Do with $2500

to address the climate change crisis

The Anglican Foundation of Canada challenges your parish to respond by upholding our Baptismal Covenant: “to safeguard the integrity of God’s creation, and respect, sustain and renew the life of the earth.” 20 grants of up to $2,500 each will be awarded to parishes or dioceses for projects that foster sustainability, reduce the carbon footprint, and plant the seeds for change for a greener Canada.

Please see the link to the AFC website (below) to find out more!

For more infomation visit:

https://www.anglicanfoundation.org/rfp/

See the AFC website for more information

INDIGINEWS

Diocese of Edmonton Indigenous Ministries

Diocese of Edmonton Indigenous Ministries

Contacts: 
*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.
See also the Anglican Church of Canada Reconciliation Toolkit.

 

For more infomation visit:

http://www.edmonton.anglican.org/what-we-do/indigenous-ministries

Diocesan Indigenous Ministries

PARISH NEWS and EVENTS

Immanuel, Wetaskiwin ACW Celebrates a Century of Joyful Giving

Immanuel, Wetaskiwin ACW Celebrates a Century of Joyful Giving

In celebration of more than a century of good works and women’s fellowship, Immanuel, Wetaskiwin ACW President Betty Anne Greenwall welcomed 80 ladies from Wetaskiwin, Ponoka, Airdrie, Edmonton and the surrounding area to the Centennial Wardrobe Fashion Show and Tea on Saturday, October 26.

Ready to kick up some fun in her black flapper ensemble, Greenwall invited the audience on a journey back in time, starting in the 1920s to present day. With the popular music of the day playing in the background fashion models Sheila Kluczny, Janet Lein, Joyce Sewell and Camille Pessoa twirled, danced and cheered their way down the runway. The picture of enthusiasm and grace, the ladies appeared in an astonishing array of outfits, from a 1920’s era bathing suit that left everything to the imagination and an elegant gown perfectly suited for a ball at the Gatsby mansion.

For more infomation visit:

http://edmonton.anglican.ca/news/immanuel-wetaskiwin-acw-celebrates-a-century-of-joyful-giving

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Induction Service for the Rev. Johnny Pooten

Induction Service for the Rev. Johnny Pooten

This Saturday

The Rev. Johnny Pooten will be inducted as rector of Holy Trinity Anglican/Lutheran Parish at 2:00 pm on Saturday, November 2, at St. Catherine's, 617-50 St, Edson, by the Ven. Alan Perry, executive archdeacon of the Edmonton diocese, and the Rev. Prema Samuel, assistant to the Bishop for congregational life, Alberta and the Territories Synod. All are welcome! 

"Being Ecumenical" 20th Anniversary Celebration

"Being Ecumenical" 20th Anniversary Celebration

All are invited to "On the Same Page with Different Pictures: Being Ecumenical," Sunday, November 3, 2019 at St. Matthias Anglican Church, 6210-188 St, Edmonton. Join local Lutheran, Catholic, Anglican, Reformed and (via the United Church) Methodist Christians to discuss, pray and celebrate the 20th Anniversary of the Joint Declaration on the Doctrine of Justification (JDDJ). POSTER

For more infomation visit:

http://edmonton.anglican.ca/events/being-ecumenical-20th-anniversary-celebration/2019-11-03

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No Stone Left Alone Ceremony at Christ Church Cemetery Poplar Lake

No Stone Left Alone Ceremony at Christ Church Cemetery Poplar Lake

The parish of Good Shepherd, Edmonton will be holding a No Stone Left Alone Ceremony at Christ Church Cemetery Poplar Lake on November 4, 2019 at 10:30 am. The cemetery is located at 82nd Street and Valour (195) Ave. Please join us on November 4 to help remember the soldiers that gave so much for us. Every November students place poppies on the headstones of veterans during ceremonies which recognize the sacrifice and service of Canada’s military.

Induction Service for the Rev. Lorne Manweiler

Induction Service for the Rev. Lorne Manweiler

Wednesday, November 6, 2019

Please join Bishop Jane Alexander and the congregation at St. Timothy's for the Induction Service of the Rev. Lorne Manweiler. The service will be held at 7:00 pm, Wednesday, November 6th at St. Timothy's Anglican Church, 8420 145 Street NW, Edmonton. All are welcome to come and celebrate this new ministry with Rev. Lorne and the parish.

Akustik

Akustik

with Anna and Evan Yin

All are welcome to St. George's by the U of A 3rd Annual Fundraising Concert featuring the music of Akustik and Anna and Evan Yin. Join us Friday, November 8 at 7:00pm. Wine and cheese reception to follow. Location: 11733–87 Avenue NW, Edmonton. Tickets are $20. Call the church office at 780-439-1470 to reserve your ticket. Akustik plays all original Latin style music with a French café feel. Featuring acoustic guitar, cello, accordian and conga. POSTER

Holy Trinity Presents

Holy Trinity Presents

Three Showings, Remembrance Day Weekend

Holy Trinity Anglican Church will present Who Goes There?, a fascinating drama that weaves a soulful plot from real life experiences of life, birth and death. Inspired by an invitation from the Yale Institute of Sacred Music, Holy Trinity Anglican Church embarked on creating an artistic project like none created before. Volunteers were sent out into the city to gather people’s actual encounters with birth, their thoughts on love and their experiences with death. From these honest and surprising stories, a spiritually uplifting play has been created that illuminates fiction with real life and allows the audience to experience lived lives through theatre. Performances at Sanctuary Stage (10037 84 Avenue); 7:30 pm Friday and Saturday, November 8 & 9, and 2:00 pm Monday, November 11. 

Tickets are $15, plus applicable fees. They are available to purchase online from TIX on the Square, at the door, or in advance from the Holy Trinity church office. Contact us at church.office@holytrinity.ab.ca or 780-433-5530 ext. 104.

 

For more infomation visit:

http://edmonton.anglican.ca/events/holy-trinity-presents/2019-11-08

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2nd Sunday Blues

2nd Sunday Blues

Sunday, November 10, 2019

Join us at 7:00pm at St. George's Anglican in Devon (1 St. Clair Street) for our 2nd Sunday worship and blues. Everyone is welcome!

Klaio Grief Peer Support

Klaio Grief Peer Support

Klaio, a grief peer support group, meets every second Tuesday of the month at Good Shepherd Anglican Church, 15495 Castle Downs Rd. The next meeting is November 12 at 4 pm. Let us weep with those who weep. Grieving is lonely, but someone to hear and listen is such a help. 

Great Gingerbread House Build-Off!

Great Gingerbread House Build-Off!

Calling all youth! It's that time again! Time for our Annual Great Anglican Gingerbread House Build Off! All youth 12+ are invited to join us at Holy Trinity Anglican Church on Friday, November 29 from 5:00-9:00pm for a meal (which we'll make together) and to build our annual gingerbread houses! This event is free and we encourage youth to invite a friend! Please RSVP to Rev. Danielle at Danielle@holytrinity.ab.ca so we can ensure there are enough gingerbread houses for everyone! POSTER

SSJD Quiet Day

SSJD Quiet Day

Sister Dorothy from SSJD Victoria will be the speaker for our Quiet Day at Christ Church, 12116-102 Ave, Edmonton, on Saturday, November 30, from 9:30 am to 3:30 pm. Everyone is welcome. Please bring your own bag lunch. We will begin with coffee at 9:30 am, serve soup at noon, and finish with compline at 3:30 pm.

St. Matthias Christmas Lunch & Bake Sale

St. Matthias Christmas Lunch & Bake Sale

The St. Matthias ACW is hosting a Christmas Lunch and Bake Sale Nov 16, from 11 am to 2 pm, featuring a variety of cookies, tarts, loaves, squares, bars, cakes, fruit cake, muffins, pies, Filipino specialties, and more! A lunch of homemade soup and sandwiches, along with dessert and refreshments will be available at a cost of $12 for adults, $5 for children aged 3-10.

For more infomation visit:

http://edmonton.anglican.ca/events/st-matthias-christmas-lunch-bake-sale/2019-11-16

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St. Augustine's Parkland Soup Lunch and Christmas Bazaar

St. Augustine's Parkland Soup Lunch and Christmas Bazaar

November 30, 2019, 131, Church Rd, Spruce Grove

POSTPONED

POSTPONED

This day-long an introduction to the basics of the Enneagram has been postponed. Please keep an eye out for a new date.

SJE Seeking Capable and Enthusiastic Children’s Minister (part-time)

SJE Seeking Capable and Enthusiastic Children’s Minister (part-time)

The parish of St. John the Evangelist in Edmonton is looking to hire a Children’s Minister (part-time, 18-20 hours/week), to start in January of 2020. SJE is a lively and vibrant parish, and kids are a big part of that! The Children’s Minister (grades 1-6) serves as part of our larger pastoral staff, and takes responsibility for planning, staffing, and leading activities for nearly 60 children between grades 1 and 6, primarily through our 9:15 am contemporary service on Sundays. It’s a busy and joyful ministry, and you won’t be on your own.

If you’re passionate about nurturing the personhood and spirituality of children in creative and engaging ways, and if you have experience in leadership of ministry or education for children (or, if this describes someone you know), please check out our ministry advertisement, with instructions on how to apply. To apply, by November 17, 2019, submit a current CV/Resume and cover letter outlining how you see yourself as a fit for this ministry, via email to St. John’s at stjohn@sjechurch.ca

BEYOND the DIOCESE

Opportunity for Spiritual Growth

Opportunity for Spiritual Growth

through spiritual direction

Spiritual growth often occurs when we are able to explore our experiences of God with another person, particularly when that person is trained in active and reflective listening. This is the primary activity of spiritual direction, sometimes also known as spiritual accompaniment. The Studion School for Spiritual Direction is currently seeking volunteers willing to receive spiritual direction from our second-year students as they complete their practicum requirement. If this opportunity interests you, contact us by email at thestudionschool@gmail.com to find out more.

For more infomation visit:

https://www.thestudionschool.com/

The Studion School for Spiritual Direction
Seniors' Health and Wellness Forum

Seniors' Health and Wellness Forum

All are welcome to this event to be held from 9:00am to 2:30pm on Saturday, November 2, at the Central Lions Seniors Recreation Centre, 11113 113 Street NW, Edmonton. Free registration by email at mstover@mysage.ca or call 780-809-8604. Free Lunch and refreshments, free parking and free hearing health checks!
Visit www.mysage.ca/events/health-and-wellness-forum or see POSTER for details.

Huron Carole Concert in Support of Edmonton's Food Bank

Huron Carole Concert in Support of Edmonton's Food Bank

November 21 at Doubletree by Hilton in West Edmonton

The Huron Carole is a seasonal music tradition spanning three decades touring from coast to coast to coast. Expect an evening of contemporary and signature Christmas music along with stories creatively crafted by Tom Jackson and his ensemble of musicians. The tour travels across Canada raising funds for local food banks and family service agencies and will roll into Edmonton on November 21. Help support Edmonton's Food Bank by purchasing a ticket or donating at: https://www.edmontonsfoodbank.com/documents/70/Gala_Ticket_Form_2019.pdf       POSTER

Soul & Ink: Spiritual Retreat for Writers

Soul & Ink: Spiritual Retreat for Writers

April 3-5, 2020 at King’s Fold Retreat Centre

Facilitated by Jon Gilchrist, leadership coach, and Julianne Gilchrist, spiritual director and writer, the weekend in the foothills of the Rocky Mountains includes guided contemplative prayer, discussions around writing and faith, and time to write. The $350 registration fee covers accommodation, 5 meals, an optional pre-retreat mini-coaching call, and more. Early Bird prices available until Nov. 15.
To register visit gilchristcoaching.com
or email gilchristcoaching@gmail.com    
Website: juliannegilchrist.com Blog: Ponderings 
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Job Opportunity in Athabasca Diocese

Job Opportunity in Athabasca Diocese

The Anglican Diocese of Athabasca is looking for a full-time Administrator/Bookkeeper. The ideal candidate should have excellent oral and written communication skills and experience with the Sage bookkeeping program, as well as knowledge of all aspects of payroll processes and reporting requirements. An understanding of the Christian faith and things ecclesiastical would be considered an asset. Click here for the full job posting. Closing date is December 15, 2019.

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