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Please Remember in Your Prayers this Week
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DIOCESAN NEWS and EVENTS
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Crops of Beans, Maize and Rice Ready for Harvest in New Year
We have received greetings from the Rev. Audace Kwizera, diocesan secretary, on behalf of our brothers and sisters in Buyé. They are well and hope we are also well. The pictures are of a food security initiative which members of the Edmonton diocese support through a partnership with PWRDF. They show the Rev. Damascene Bagirubwira, a diocesan development officer, with farmers and their crops of beans, maize and rice which are expected to yield a satisfactory crop in January, 2020. For more infomation visit: http://edmonton.anglican.ca/news/crops-of-beans-maize-and-rice-ready-for-harvest-in-new-year
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Young Anglican Creatives Construct Sweet Gingerbread Cottages
There was lots of laughter and sugar-coated fun at Holy Trinity Anglican Church in Edmonton on Friday evening, November 29, as 33 youth from five parishes in the diocese participated in the Second Annual Great Anglican Gingerbread House Build-off. The young chefs and architects made a supper of homemade pizza and naan bread, then set out to construct their delicious masterpieces; devouring the extra icing and candy building materials for dessert. Getting in on the action were parents and youth leaders from HTAC and St. Matthias, as well as Bishop Jane who dropped by to help apply icing and stick walls together, while admiring some of the intricately designed cottages. For more infomation visit: http://edmonton.anglican.ca/news/young-anglican-creatives-construct-sweet-gingerbread-cottages
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Terwillegar Community Consultation SessionUpdate on Mixed-Income Affordable Housing Development Right at Home Housing Society and Holy Trinity Riverbend Anglican Church are holding a drop-in information session to provide an update on the family-oriented, mixed-income housing development on the HTR site in the Terwillegar Towne neighbourhood. You are invited to drop-in at HTR, 1428-156 ST, Edmonton, between 7 pm and 8:30 pm on December 3. All the informational materials will be available online. For more information, contact RAHHS Board Chair Anne Stevenson at 780-423-1339 or astevenson@right@homehousing.com Invitation |
No Room in the Inn 2019 CampaignEdmonton Churches Help Support Seniors' Safe House Local churches and individuals from many denominations join together around Christmastime to provide financial support to a housing provider to the homeless or those at risk in the Edmonton Capital Region. NRII is based on the biblical story of Mary and Joseph being forced to take refuge in a stable after discovering that there was no room for them in the inn in Bethlehem. No Room in the Inn (NRII) brochures are available for pick-up from the Synod Office and can be downloaded here. |
Canterbury Foundation Seeking Directors
Grounded in the Anglican tradition, Canterbury Foundation, a private not-for-profit charitable organization in Edmonton, is seeking members for its Board of Directors. The Foundation has provided quality seniors accommodation and related supportive services for more than 40 years, and is currently undergoing a major Court Modernization and Expansion Project. Interested candidates must be an active member of an Anglican Parish within the Diocese of Edmonton. Please see attached document, or contact Brian Popp for more information: brpopp@telusplanet.net. Application deadline is February 14, 2020. |
Parish Finances Training DaySaturday, January 18, 2020 Parish treasurers, clergy, wardens, and anyone else who does financial tasks in their parishes are invited to attend one or both of these sessions offered at the Synod Office on Saturday, January 18, 2020. Lunch is provided. Please register on eventbrite: https://parishfinancestrainingday.eventbrite.ca by no later than January 13. For more infomation visit: http://edmonton.anglican.ca/events/parish-finances-training-day/2020-01-18
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INDIGINEWS
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Diocese of Edmonton Indigenous Ministries
Contacts: 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.
For more infomation visit: http://www.edmonton.anglican.org/what-we-do/indigenous-ministries
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PARISH NEWS and EVENTS
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Cathedral and Synod Office Honour Two Saints on Earth
Members of All Saints’ Cathedral and the Synod Office gave thanks for two saints on earth, November 28. By offering a free Tax Clinic at the Cathedral every Thursday in the spring and fall since 2008, Clarence and Carol Mohr helped people file their annual income tax return with Revenue Canada. Through their ministry at the Cathedral, as well as at the Boyle Street Community Centre, hospitals and some private residences, they helped an average of 7,000 people living on a low income file taxes each year. For more infomation visit: http://edmonton.anglican.ca/news/cathedral-and-synod-office-honour-two-saints-on-earth
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Get into the Christmas Spirit!
Come along to St. David’s Annual Community Carol Sing-Along, 7:00 pm on Wednesday, December 4. You'll find us at 8345 79 Ave NW in Edmonton. There will be fabulous home-made mince pies along with hot apple cider, as we break into song with everyone’s favourite Christmas Carols (accompanied by the new organ)! There is no admission cost for this event, and everyone is welcome! |
Coming Together for Christmas FestivalSaturday, December 7, 2019 St. Thomas', Sherwood Park invites you to their third annual A free, all-ages neighbourhood gathering featuring an outdoor fire pit and marshmallow roasting, card and ornament making, cookie decorating, a photo booth, and refreshments. We will share the story of the birth of Jesus with two drop-in pageants at 11:30 and 2:30. Bring your family, friends and neighbours for festive fun! POSTER For more infomation visit: http://edmonton.anglican.ca/events/coming-together-for-christmas-festival/2019-12-07
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St. Nicholas TeaSt. Stephen the Martyr ACW St. Stephen the Martyr ACW invites you to its annual St. Nicholas Tea and Bake sale on Saturday, December 7. The tea starts at 1:30 pm and goes until 3:30 pm. Admission is $5 for adults, $2 for children (ages 6 to 12) and free for children under six. The Tea and Bake Sale will be held at PrayerWorks Hall adjacent to the Church at 11725 – 93 Street, Edmonton. POSTER |
Messy Church - St. Nick's PartySaturday, December 7, 2019 Bring your festive spirit and join us at St. Augustine Parkland, 131 Church Road, Spruce Grove, for our Messy Church St. Nick's Party on December 7. The funs starts at 3:00pm! This year we will be holding an impromptu Christmas Pageant with narration by Rev. Billy and Christmas Carols. Supper will be provided and we encourage everyone to bring a gift of socks, gloves, or toques for our Little Disciple's social justice bin. These gifts will go to our brothers and sisters in need in the inner city of Edmonton. Please RSVP to Rev. Billy and let us know of any dietary restrictions. |
A Little pre-Christmas WarmthSoup and a Bun at St. Luke's Join us at St. Luke’s Anglican Church (8424–95 Avenue, Edmonton) from 11:00am to 2:30pm on Saturday, December 7, for our Christmas bazaar. Enjoy a bowl of homemade soup and take time to shop for baking, crafts, and white elephant items. POSTER |
St. George's Presents Advent Lessons and CarolsSunday, December 8, 2019 This free hour of fun features rocking carols, hot chocolate and cookies. Everyone welcome! POSTER For more infomation visit: http://edmonton.anglican.ca/events/st-georges-presents-advent-lessons-and-carols/2019-12-08
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Eucharist and Christmas PartyHosted by St. Matthias Filipino Congregation The Filipino Congregation of St. Matthias, 6210-188 St. NW, Edmonton, will be hosting a Christmas party for anyone and everyone! Join us on Sunday, December 8 for a eucharist service followed by festive singing, games, and fun for the family. Our kids will have a gift exchange ($20 min and $30 min for adults), abd then we will all share a potluck meal. If you want, bring a pot; if you don’t, you’re in luck - we will have plenty extra. Either way, come one, come all and let’s jingle and mingle. POSTER |
Lessons and CarolsSt. Aidan and St. Hilda Anglican Church, Rexboro, (Highway 16 West – Range Road 45) St. Aidan and St. Hilda Anglican Church presents the 42nd Annual Service of Lessons and Carols for Advent and Christmas on Sunday, December 8 at 10:30am. The Rt. Rev. Dr. Jane Alexander, Bishop of Edmonton, will officiate. A reception will follow in the Wabamun and District Seniors' Centre. Donations of non-perishable food items and / or new children's toys will be gratefully accepted on behalf of the Wabamun Christmas Hamper Fund. |
Enter the Season with Prayer
Join us at St. Mary the Virgin for a few hours of quiet amid the hectic pre-Christmas rush. Bring a friend and explore together ways to enter into the beauty and sacred holiness of Advent. |
HTAC to Host Christmas Hamper Fundraiserfeaturing Intercultural Latin Music - Saturday, December 14, 2019 HTAC, 10037-84 Ave, Edmonton (lower hall), is hosting an Intercultural Latin Music Fundraiser to provide Christmas Hampers for King Edward School families. Please join us Saturday, December 14, at 7:00 pm, for a musical journey through Latin America, featuring tropical, ballads, cumbia, salsa and musician Jimmy Cano. Tickets are $10 per person. Scan the code on the attached POSTER to purchase tickets. There will be a cash bar and food available for an additional cost. Sponsored by Sabroso Foods and Holy Trinity For more infomation visit: http://edmonton.anglican.ca/events/htac-to-host-christmas-hamper-fundraiser/2019-12-14
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A Christmas Carolas read by CBC presenters St. Augustine's Parkland will host a reading of Charles Dickens' A Christmas Carol on December 14 at 7:30pm. All readers are CBC on-air presenters. Plus, look forward to special music by Tag Along, Ian Bowden, Bill Werthmann, The Parkland Bells of St. Andrew’s United Church and Lorne Manweiler. Tickets are $30 in support of Auggie's Cafe and can be purchased online. Festive desserts and refreshments will be served at intermission. POSTER |
Blue Christmas @ St. George'sDecember 19, 7 pm, 11733-87 Ave, Edmonton |
Good Shepherd Seeks Youth and Children's Ministries Coordinator
Good Shepherd Anglican Church seeks an enthusiastic and flexible Youth Children’s Ministries Coordinator who loves to share the Good News of God’s love with children, teens, and their families. This is a part-time, independent contractor position with flexible hours and paid planning time. Join our team of passionate volunteers as we seek to equip families to grow in the knowledge and love of God not only on Sundays but all week long. For more info about this opportunity, please see Ministry Profile For more infomation visit: http://edmonton.anglican.ca/news/good-shepherd-seeks-youth-and-childrens-ministries-coordinator
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BEYOND the DIOCESE
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ACC Delegation to the 2021 Assembly of the World Council of ChurchesApplications accepted until December 15 The Anglican Church of Canada has been invited to send delegates to the 2021 Assembly of the World Council of Churches (WCC) in Karlsruhe, Germany. Applicants may be clergy or lay and must be at least 18 years of age by September 2021. There is no cost to a delegate to attend. Applications to serve are being accepted through December 15 via the online FORM on the national church website. |
Wintersong Choral ConcertsSaturday, December 21, McDougall United Church, 10025-101 Street NW, Edmonton A warm gust of song on a winter’s day Every December, Kokopelli hosts Edmonton’s largest seasonal choral concerts. This year, we present seven ensembles of all ages, for a total of almost 400 singers. Wintersong fills historical McDougall United Church with music Saturday, December 21, at 2 pm (featuring Tamariki, Kikimasu, Shumayela, Kokopelli, Òran, Vacilando) and 7 pm (featuring Kikimasu, Shumayela, Kokopelli, Òran, Vacilando, and ChandraTala). Both concerts will embrace a wide array of holiday music and traditions—with the afternoon concert including the abundant charm of our youngest ensembles. Tickets ($25 adults, $20 students, $15 ages 6-12, 5 and under are free with ticket and accompanied by an adult) are available at Tix on the Square (tixonthesquare.ca), from choristers, and at the door. POSTER |
Opportunity for Spiritual Growththrough 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:
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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. |