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Please Remember in Your Prayers this Week
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Lest We ForgetRemembrance Day - Thursday, November 11, 2021 A Prayer of Commemoration for the Fallen |
DIOCESAN AND PARISH NEWS AND EVENTS
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Getting Around the DioceseNew bishop connecting with parishes Bishop Steve's calendar is full in these first months of his episcopacy. As well as visiting for Sunday services in various parishes, he is making time for smaller meetings with rectors, vestries and corporations mid-week. You can keep up with Bishop Steve through his FaceBook page, and the Synod Scene has begun a collection of pictures from visits thus far. For more infomation visit:
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Bishop's Itinerary
Bishop Steve London has hit the ground running in his new role in Edmonton diocese and in the Anglican Church of Canada. One of his first ambitions is to visit every parish in the diocese as soon as possible. The following events are among those in is his itinerary for the next few weeks:
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Buye Diocese Completes Community Water Project; Experiences Heavy Rain, Strong Winds
Our friends in Buyé diocese are nearing the completion of another community water project, funded by donations to Bishop Jane’s farewell gift. Please keep Buyé diocese in your prayers. The Rev. Dominique Ciza, Buyé Diocesan Executive Secretary, says, “we are experiencing heavy rain and strong winds which are destroying crops and houses including church buildings.” Pictured is the water project, as well as the dining hall at Buyé Lycee which was recently damaged by strong winds.
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Diocese of Edmonton Indigenous Ministries
Contacts: 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
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We're Almost to Our Goal Team Anglican!
As a Partner for Life with Canadian Blood Services, the Anglican Diocese of Edmonton has pledged to donate 100 units of blood in 2021. With two months left in the year, we need just 12 units to hit our target. Thank you to our team members who have donated or have an appointment to give! Why not join the team? It's a simple but powerful way to give back to the community. Click here to join Team Anglican. Our Partner ID is ANGL696986. To donate blood, call: 1-888-236-6283 or visit Canadian Blood Services. |
Circles of Creativity and ConnectionWednesday, November 10, 2021 Join the Rev. Stephanie London at All Saints' Cathedral in Edmonton, every Tuesday afternoon until December 7 (contact Sara in the Cathedral office to register admin@allsaintscathedral.ca); and at St. Columba Anglican Church in Beaumont, every Wednesday afternoon until December 8. No experience is necessary, and all materials are included. If you're one of the many people who think they "aren't creative," don't let that stop you :) Open to everyone who would like to participate, regardless of age, gender, religious affiliation (or none), etc. Proof of vaccination will be required, as well as masks and social distancing. For more infomation visit: http://edmonton.anglican.ca/events/circles-of-creativity-and-connection/2021-11-09
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Remembrance Day Prayer Servicewith South Alberta Light Horse Regiment - Thursday, November 11, 2021 You are invited to join Holy Trinity Anglican Church, 10037 84 Ave. NW, for a Remembrance Day Prayer Service on Thursday, November 11, at 9:45 AM. We will be joined by Bishop Stephen London, representatives from the South Alberta Light Horse Regiment, MLA Rachel Notley, and MP Heather McPherson. Due to physical distancing protocols, attendance is limited. Please click HERE to register to attend. For more infomation visit: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdvajg_8Bcg3jY6KtDy8wJz-dMuqZoPUwrAz5cz4UDSNIAY6w/viewform
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Worldwide Memories of RemembranceRemembering history with songs from 12 countries - Thursday, November 11, 2021 Join Utopia World Music Band for a Worldwide Memories of Remembrance concert at St. Faith's, 11725-93 Street, Edmonton, on November 11, 5 pm. For ticket enquiries ($10 and donations greatly appreciated), please call 780.616.6575, or email: utopiaworldmusicband@gmail.com . *Proof of COVID-19 vaccination is required at the door. |
Outdoor Christmas MarketSaturday, November 13, 2021 St. Augustine's Parkland, 131 Church Road, Spruce Grove invites you to an outdoor, Christmas Market, November 13, from 3-7 pm. Pick up hand knit and crocheted items, as well as gently-used Christmas decor. The market will feature a Kids' Shopping Zone and hot beverages. Masks are required for this event. Please bring a resuseable shopping bag and be sure to dress for the weather. |
Holy Trinity Speaker Series
You are invited to join us for the November session of the Speaker Series on Saturday, November 13 in the Upper Hall at Holy Trinity Anglican Church in Old Stratcona. This talk will be brought to us by Rev. Robin Walker, entitled "How do I choose a version of the Bible – and does it matter?” Rev. Robin has been an Honorary Assistant Priest at Holy Trinity since 2014. Click below for more information! For more infomation visit: http://edmonton.anglican.ca/events/holy-trinity-speaker-series--638/2021-11-13
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Early Music Chamber Concertfeaturing Jodi Penner, Soprano - Saturday, November 13, 2021 An early music Chamber Concert featuring soprano Jodi Penner and other local musicians will be held on November 13, 7 pm, at St. Paul’s Anglican Church in Edmonton. The concert is free, but donations (cash and packaged/canned non-perishable food items) will be accepted for the Edmonton Foodbank. AB Health COVID protocols will be followed. Pre-registration is required. For more infomation visit:
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Confirmation with Kokum4th Session Sunday, November 14, 1 pm Confirmation with Kokum will be led together by the Rev. Nick Trussell and Elisa Hillier. It is open to any baptised person seeking confirmation aged 10+. Participants will have the opportunity to learn about and explore the faith of our baptism through the Creeds and Scripture, as well as through Elisa’s teachings about the Four Directions and Seven Sacred teachings which have shaped her faith as an Indigenous follower of Jesus. The last gathering for teaching will be in person at St. Luke’s, November 14, at 1 pm. Masking and distancing are required for youth; vaccinations are required for those ages 12 and over. For more infomation visit: http://edmonton.anglican.ca/events/confirmation-with-kokum/2021-10-17
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Holy Trinity Presents...The Annotated Christmas Song BookAdvent Podcast Premiering November 28 The Annotated Christmas Song Book is an original podcast celebrating the music and lore of the holidays. Each episode will be released daily through the Advent season and features an original performance of a Christmas song accompanied by an annotation; a story that illuminates the song. An entertaining and enlightening podcast celebrating the joys, wonders and eccentricities of Christmas. Premiering November 28. Check out the preview HERE. For more infomation visit:
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Centering Prayer Groups Invite Participation
You are invited to join one of several Centering Prayer Groups meeting in person or online. Centering Prayer is not meant to replace other kinds of prayer; rather it casts a new light and depth of meaning on them. It is at the same time a relationship with God and a discipline to foster that relationship. This method of prayer is a movement beyond conversation with Christ to communion with him. Click here to find a group near you. For more infomation visit: http://edmonton.anglican.ca/news/centering-prayer-groups-invite-participation
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ONLINE WORSHIP RESOURCES
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Worship from Home Schedule and Resources
This page lists online opportunities for worship, learning and virtual community provided weekly by parishes throughout the diocese. For more infomation visit: http://edmonton.anglican.ca/news/worship-from-home-schedule-and-resources
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Give Today
In this time of continued uncertainty, the Church, the Body of Christ, remains a loving and connected community. we hope to do all we can to support each other, and the diocese grateful for any and all donations we receive. If you are able, please continue to support the ministries of the Anglican Diocese of Edmonton. You can make a secure online donation through the diocesan website. |
BEYOND THE DIOCESE
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Métis Identity 2: Collectivity, Provisionality and Being Our Own BossesOnline, Nov 10, 2-4 pm Nukskahtowin would like to extend an invitation to the Métis Identity 2, hosted Athabasca University and X University, on November 10, 2-4:00 pm MST. Join Christi Belcourt and Molly Swain for a conversation about historical and contemporary Métis ways of organizing ourselves, finding opportunity and joy in moments of rupture, and Métis self-determination in the age of recognition. For more infomation visit:
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Remembrance Day EventsEdmonton Ecumenical Peace Network The Edmonton Ecumenical Peace Network is offering several events the week of November 11: November 11 - 6:30 pm Prayer Walk Join with people of faith to pray for peace. We'll start at Winston Churchill Square and then walk to McDougall United Church. November 12 - 2:00 pm Unpacking Hate Crimes: Hate, Bias and Community Expectations with Dr. Irfan Chaudhry. This workshop option will take place on zoom. Click here to register. For more infomation visit:
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Taize Ecumenical Musical MeditationFacebook live stream - November 11, 7 pm All are welcome to join the Taize ecumenical community on November 11, 7 pm, on Facebook for Peace prayer with scripture, silence and songs of Taize. POSTER For more infomation visit:
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"Truth, Reconciliation, and Residential Schools" Online Lecture SeriesFree, beginning November 14, 2 to 4 pm The Strathcona County Library is offering a three-part, online lecture series, led by Dr. Crystal Gail Fraser of the University of Alberta. Register at sclibrary.ca/calendar or by calling (780) 410-8600. Session 1, Nov 14: "Indian Residential School Histories in Canada" Session 2, Nov 21: "Lived Experiences and the Responses of Indigenous Students & Their Families to Indian Residential Schooling" Session 3, Nov 28: "Truth & Reconciliation in the Era of Unmarked Graves" This session will focus on the need for continued efforts for truth and reconciliation in Canada. We will discuss the TRC's 94 Calls to Action, 150 Acts of Reconciliation, and how you can make a tangible difference today. Dr. Fraser is Gwichyà Gwich'in and originally from Inuvik. Her PhD research focused on the history of student experiences at Indian Residential Schools between 1959 and 1996. For more infomation visit:
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RESTORE Virtual ConferenceNovember 19-20 Renovare Canada, a spiritual formation community, is hosting an online/virtual conference on November 19-20. The RESTORE conference will look through Scripture as we seek to understand that which shapes our call as Christians and the work of God in restoring humanity taken up by the church. Come and hear from our guest speakers as we cover such things as the solicitude of God and how this is to be taken up in our own lives, the wonder of creation and how to live well within the created order, and the practice of presence with God and with people. Visit the Renovare Canada website to see the list of workshops and presenters and to register. You can also email Ruth Heine, Renovare Canada board member, for more information: ruth@heine.ca POSTER For more infomation visit:
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What Do You Seek?New book by John-Francis Friendship Anglican Franciscan friar John-Francis Friendship author of Enfolded in Christ and The Mystery of Faith, has released What Do You Seek? The Wisdom from Religious Life for Today's World. The Bishop of Manchester writes in the Foreword: ...'The one we are seeking is God, and we seek because God has already sought us.’ For more infomation visit: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/what-do-you-seek-john-francis-friendship/1139518663
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Preparing the Way Advent Evening Retreatwww.providencerenewal.ca Preparing the Way is an Advent Evening Retreat offered in Collaboration with the Edmonton & District Council of Churches on Tuesday, November 30, drop-in 5:30- 8:30 pm Spend an evening of prayer and reflection in our sacred spaces as we begin Advent, preparing our hearts for the Christmas season. You will be welcome to walk and pray the indoor labyrinth by candlelight, and to spend quiet prayer time in our chapel. Come when you can, for as long as you can, whether that may be a short prayer break on your way home from work, or to spend a full evening in silence and retreat time. (Light refreshments available but no meal provided.) Covid restrictions apply Pre-registration needed by November 24 www.providencerenewal.ca Event # 14414 SCHEDULE
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