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Please Remember in Your Prayers this Week
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DIOCESAN AND PARISH NEWS
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Easter 3: Glimpses of Jesus in Everyday LifeEaster Sermons - Wednesday, April 29, 2020 Bishop Jane's sermon for the Easter 3 Choral Eucharist live-streamed by Holy Trinity Anglican Church on Sunday, April 26, 2020. For more infomation visit: http://edmonton.anglican.ca/media/2020-04-29-easter-3-glimpses-of-jesus-in-everyday-life
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The Messenger May, 2020
Download the May, 2020 issue of The Messenger or view online as a flipbook Click here to subscribe to The Messenger or to change your subscription address. Print editions of the Anglican Journal and The Messenger are mailed to confirmed subscribers. Submissions are accepted until the first of the month, one month prior to the publication date (for example, May 1 for Summer, 2020 issue). Please send submissions to editor Margaret Glidden: anglicanmessenger@gmail.com For more infomation visit:
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Delivering Flowers, Chrism Oil and Good Cheer
Bishop Jane’s parish visits are continuing on a smaller, more personal level. Accompanied by her assistant Jennifer Wirun, she has been making special chrism oil deliveries to the doorsteps of clergy, like the Rev. Myron Penner of St. Paul’s, Edmonton. She has also been busy brightening people’s days with flower deliveries, and even brought birthday blessings to Carys Kregel, daughter of the Rev. Eric and Catherine Kregel. So, don’t be surprised if you respond to your doorbell and find an Anglican bishop waving a friendly “hello” from your front step. Photos: Jennifer Wirun |
Edgerton Neighbours Celebrate St. Mary’s Parishioner with 99th Birthday Parade
Estelle Rowles, of St. Mary’s Anglican Church in Edgerton, celebrated 99 years on Monday, April 27. Estelle is both a longtime member of St. Mary’s church and Edgerton. Generally, members of the community celebrate milestones by gathering for coffee and cake at the local Oasis restaurant. But that was not possible this year, due to the COVID-19 pandemic and social distancing restrictions. Instead, Estelle’s daughter, Darnell Symington, arranged with the local mayor, Wendy Belik, for a 99th birthday drive-by parade in honour of Estelle. The line of traffic stretched for blocks through the village, located 240 kms east of Edmonton. With flashing lights, members of the local fire department and RCMP detachment brought up the rear of the convoy. Estelle smiled and waved from the end of her driveway (she still lives by herself in her own home). Her friend and helper, Lee Perkins, stood with her and took pictures of each vehicle as it drove by with birthday wishes for Estelle. |
Auggie's Cafe Brown Bag Lunch Programhelping Parkland County families in times of struggle Every week, through a school, church and community partnership, volunteers make fresh sandwiches and pack brown bag lunches to be distributed to families in Spruce Grove, Stony Plain, Parkland County and Paul First Nation. Before the COVID-19 pandemic, Auggie's Café, a ministry of St. Augustine’s Parkland Anglican Church in Spruce Grove, hosted a free, community lunch for an average of 150 people every Tuesday. In the past, Auggie’s volunteers shared a wholesome meal and companionship with their lunch guests in the church hall. For more infomation visit: http://edmonton.anglican.ca/news/auggies-cafe-brown-bag-lunch-program
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Caring for Caregivers
It’s amazing to watch God at work. The way He can match a need to those with the ability to meet that need, is humbling and inspiring. Two weeks ago, the Synod Scene shared the story of a beautiful gesture made by a member of St. John the Evangelist Anglican Church in Edmonton who is gifted at sewing (she prefers to be identified simply as ‘a grateful parishioner’). This talented person crafted a homemade face mask for each of the clergy at St. John’s. I was one of the lucky recipients. I was deeply touched, but also struck by the fact that the very day before, the topic of masks had come up in a separate conversation... For more infomation visit:
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Connecting Virtually with All Saints' from BC Island Rainforest
My most significant challenge (during these uncertain times of COVID-19) is being geographically distanced from my All Saints’ Church family. But being on Graham Island, Haida Gwaii is also a gift. God is visible every day in my three-month-old granddaughter Amelia. I know babies are God’s miracle on earth. God is visible during every-day walks in the forest of towering cedars and flowering bushes along the water. There is a magnificent variety of verdant green, gentle rains and chirping birds in the rainforest. For more infomation visit: http://edmonton.anglican.ca/news/connecting-virtually-with-all-saints-from-bc-island-rainforest
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What is it like for you to live through these strange days?
Your working-from-home diocesan staff, curators and content creators of Synod Scene, Messenger and edmonton.anglican.ca, would like to hear about your experiences in the face of the COVID-19 pandemic. What has been the greatest challenge for you? Where do see God at work? How are you practicing your faith? What keeps you hopeful? If at all possible, please send us a picture that helps tell your story. Please send your thoughts to Margaret: churched@edmonton.anglican.ca |
RESOURCES AND OPPORTUNITIES
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Morning Prayer with Zoom Workshophosted by the Rev. Jordan Ware - Tuesday, May 5, 2020 Do you love Morning Prayer? Are you interested in praying on your own or possibly leading the service one day? The Rev. Jordan Ware, rector of Good Shepherd, Edmonton, is beginning a new series of workshops designed to deepen your understanding and enjoyment of morning prayer, as well as possibly even leading your own morning prayer. More information can be found here For more infomation visit: http://edmonton.anglican.ca/events/leading-morning-prayer-with-zoom-workshop/2020-05-05
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Register to Give Blood
Canadian Blood Services wants to remind current and new donors that all precautions are taken to make giving blood safe during the Covid-19 pandemic. Please see the attached wellness infographic. However, CBS is not currently distributing calendars for mobile clinics. Instead, please visit www.blood.ca to find a donor centre near you to book an appointment. And wait! Before you go, if you haven't done it already, register here for the Partners for Life program to make your donation count toward the Diocese of Edmonton annual donation goal of 100 units. Our code is: ANGL696986. Registration must be done online. Even if you've given blood before, if you register now, your donations can be included retroactively toward our goal. |
Light Up the World'Thy Kingdom Come 2020' - a call to prayer Thy Kingdom Come is a global prayer movement that invites Christians around the world to pray for more people to come to know Jesus. What started in 2016 as an invitation from the Archbishops of Canterbury and York to the Church of England has grown into an international and ecumenical call to prayer. It takes place during the 11 days from Ascension Day on May 21, to Pentecost on May 31. For more infomation visit:
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Worship from Home Schedule and Resources
To help stop the spread of COVID-19 virus, worship services and church gatherings in the Edmonton diocese have been postponed until it is safe to meet again. Many parishes and dioceses are live-streaming and/or recording services and prayers online. This page lists online opportunities for prayer, worship, learning and virtual community in this season of social distancing. For more infomation visit: http://edmonton.anglican.ca/news/worship-from-home-schedule-and-resources
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Give Today
Though we are unable to gather in person for the safety of ourselves and others, we remain a loving and connected community. As the Church, the Body of Christ, we hope to do all we can to support each other. In this time of uncertainty, we are grateful for all donations we receive. If you feel you are able, please continue to support the ministries of the Anglican Diocese of Edmonton. We continue to look for ways to support parishes and to ease the financial burden on those who will be struggling in weeks and months to come. You can make a secure online donation at edmonton.anglican.ca/give/donate. For more info, contact the Rev. John Gee at treasurer@edmonton.anglican.ca. For more infomation visit:
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Help in Tough Times
The Synod Office will keep an eye out for helpful information and resources available during the COVID-19 crisis. Below are two links to information regarding mental health and financial difficulty.
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INDIGINEWS
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Diocese of Edmonton Indigenous Ministries
Contacts: Resources: For more infomation visit: http://www.edmonton.anglican.org/what-we-do/indigenous-ministries
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Anglican Reconciliation ConnectionsWise Words for a Fraught Time The latest issue of the Anglican Reconciliation Connections newsletter is out! In this update, we are reminded to seek God, make ourselves aware, prayerfully engage with what we learn, and share what we can. The ARC newsletter is a regular communication from the Anglican Church of Canada's Reconciliation Animator, Melanie Delva. For more infomation visit: https://us1.campaign-archive.com/?u=d120aa8efc4112c7cae41108e&id=67cef87bbc
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New Podcast AvailableSacred Teachings Series The weekly episode of the Sacred Teachings podcast series is now available. In "The Elders Warned Us," Tyson Halkett talks about life under lockdown in Montreal, Lake Saskatchewan. Sacred Teachings is a joint initiative of Indigenous Ministries and Anglican Video at the Anglican Chuch of Canada. Find the podcasts on Vimeo, Spotify and PodBean. |
OTHER PARISH and DIOCESAN NOTICES
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Parishes Launch New Websites
St. Columba, Beaumont https://stcolumbabeaumont.ca/; and St. John the Evangelist Cold Lake https://www.coldlakeanglicanchurch.ca/ have launched new websites! Check them out when you have a minute and share your feedback with the Rev. Stephanie London and the Rev. Donna Gauthier. |
Call for Photos2021 Canadian Church Calendar Ever wanted to see a beautiful local church in the national calendar? Well now is your chance to make that happen. The Anglican Church of Canada is taking submissions for the 2021 calendar. Just don't wait too long, the submission deadline is April 30, 2020! For more infomation visit:
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Ministry OpportunitiesChrist Church Hiring Youth Ministry Leader and Communications Coordinator The Anglican Parish of Christ Church, 12116-102 Ave, Edmonton, is hiring a Youth Ministry Leader and Communications Coordinator. To apply, see attached ministry profiles and email your coverletter and resume to the Rev. Sue Oliver: sue@christchurchedm.ca . |
Sing it Out!St. Luke's Seeking Worship Music Leader St. Luke's, Edmonton is looking for a part-time musician and choral leader (approx. 6hrs/wk, paid monthly) who will lead Sunday and special worship music, as well as rehearse with our choir and volunteer musicians. If interested see attached Ministry Profile. To apply, please email rector the Rev. Nick Trussell at |
PWRDF Seeking Nominations
The Primate's World Relief and Development Fund (PWRDF) is seeking candidates for openings on the Board of Directors, Honorary Associates and a Representative to the Canadian Foodgrains Bank Board. Click on the links below to learn more: 1. Board Member / Volunteer Treasurer 3. Representative to the Canadian Foodgrains Bank Board Please Note: All nomination forms should be emailed to Mishael David no later than May 29, 2020, 4:00 pm EDT. Only nominees to be interviewed will be contacted. Elections will be held at the Annual General Meeting in September 2020. |
Called in Love, Sent to ServeProvidence Renewal Centre taking applications for spiritual direction training program Presence is the name of a two-year, part-time spiritual formation program that consists of eight weekend learning modules (Friday 1:00pm to Saturday 4:00pm) and two five-day retreats per year. *Year One, Called in Love, focuses on deepening one's personal spiritual life. Participants may opt to continue to year two or not. Application deadline is April 30, 2020! For more infomation visit:
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Kevin Carr Christian Leadership AwardApplications Accepted Until May 1 To nominate a lay person(s) who has provided significant leadership in fostering/promoting Christian culture, and whose leadership efforts have had a positive and lasting impact in western and northern Canada for the Newman Theological College Kevin Carr Christian Leadership Award, simply fill out the Nomination Form and submit with support materials by May 1. Brochure |