• Those who are sick, suffering, or in need: Karen, Grace, and Lorelei.
• Those who have died; and those who mourn.
• Lakeland Lutheran Church in Cold Lake and its Pastor Anne Zimmerman. The church was recently damaged by fire.
• Archbishop Sixbert and the Diocese of Buyé (Updated list of Twinned Parishes).  
• Our relations in Christ from Treaty 6 and Treaty 8 First Nations, from the Métis Nation of Alberta, and from the Métis Settlements in Alberta.
• Click here if you would like someone's name included in this prayer list. We will use first names only. Names are kept on the list for two weeks unless intentionally renewed.

MAY to AUGUST Diocese of Edmonton Prayer Cycle:  PDF  /  WORD

Bishop Stephen London has released the document Finding Our Way as a blueprint for guiding the Diocese of Edmonton into the future. It begins with the Gospel at the Center and includes five Principles and 12 Goals, which will be further developed into specific actions and milestones to track our progress on this journey. Click below to read the heartbeat of this document, two paragraphs outlining the Gospel at the Center. Then watch the Synod Scene in coming weeks as we highlight the principles and goals as well.

The diocesan camping program is in need of someone to store a trailer with six canoes. If you have space to spare and can help, please contact Bishop Stephen or anyone at the Synod Office, ASAP: 780-439-7344 / churched@edmonton.anglican.ca Thank you!

Ascension House is an intentional Christian community in the heart of the city, in the neighbourhood of Oliver. We are affiliated with the Anglican Parish of Christ Church and open to young people (18-23) who are drawn to the idea of living in community with other Christian young adults while going to school and living in Edmonton. We are situated close to Macewan and Norquest. We are a short bus ride to other educational institutions. Rent is $500 a month for a private room and includes utilities and other program costs. Why not walk with others on their faith journey for a year as you encourage one another and grow in faith together? Spots are still available for the fall of 2023. For more information, please email: admin@christchurchedm.ca for more information.

In addition to getting to know parishes, it has been a busy season of confirmations (see "Around the Diocese") for Bishop Stephen London. Here is what's coming up this summer as he continues meeting and praying with parish communities:

• July 17: St. Aidan and St. Hilda, Rexboro 
• July 26-Aug 8: Lambeth Conference
• August 9-September 5: Vacation
  See the Synod Scene in coming weeks for information about Commissaries who will stand in for Bishop Steve while he is away.

In addition to Sunday services and parish visits, Bishop Stephen London continues to meet with rectors, vestries and corporations mid-week, as his schedule allows. You can keep up with Bishop Steve through his FaceBook page, and a special collection of photos here and in Synod Scene.

Equally Anglican is a ministry created by and for 2SLGBTQIA+ Anglicans and Allies, open and welcoming to all. Our ministry is based out of Holy Trinity – Old Strathcona, but we are diocesan-focused and are currently seeking to build connections throughout the Edmonton diocese. Please email equally.anglican@holytrinity.ab.ca for more information.

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You can read more about Equally Anglican here:  

• Anglican Church of Canada News article
• The Anglican Messenger article

With nearly half the year left, "Team Anglican" is on track to meet this year's goal of 120 donations of blood and/or plasma.

Please consider joining the team. A brief amount of time out of your schedule would make such a difference! Find out if you're eligible to donate, then click here and enter our Partner ID: ANGL696986 to join the team. To make an appointment to donate blood, call: 1-888-236-6283 or visit Canadian Blood Services.

Join Christ Church at 12116-102 Ave NW, Edmonton, on Wednesday evenings at 7 pm for the annual Summer Concert Series. Concerts are about an hour in length and this series promises to have something for everyone's musical tastes. See attached schedule and please spread the word by sharing the attached POSTER on your social media feeds and with friends, family and neighbours. We hope to see you there!

The parish of St. Matthias Anglican Parish, located in west Edmonton on Callingwood Road and 188 Street, is seeking a full-time rector. If you are passionate about community service; have the ability to harness talent and shepherd willing parishioners to grow their church and make a greater impact in the community, please see the parish profile for more information.

To apply, please send the following:

• Resume 
• Cover letter outlining why you are interested in St Matthias, your leadership and worship style and how you will shepherd the Parish to spiritual growth and effective stewardship
• Links to two recent services you have celebrated and preached 

Applications will be received by the Bishop’s assistant until July 29, 2022:

• Email: assistant@edmonton.anglican.ca 
• Mail: Diocese of Edmonton, 10035 103 Street NW, Edmonton, AB T5J 0X5.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only applicants who are short-listed for an interview will be contacted.

Click on the button below to see a listing of online resources, including Sunday services and weekly prayer live-streams and videos, online study, music and children's ministry links. We continue to update this list, so please share your creative ways of being church at home! Send your ideas to churched@edmonton.anglican.ca

You are invited to visit the award-winning iyiniwak okiskêyihtamowiniwaw (Indigenous Peoples Experience) at Fort Edmonton Park, 7000 143 Street NW, Edmonton, for free during the Papal Visit. on July 25 & 26, 2022. Gather and explore life through the diversity of First Nations and Métis peoples’ histories, cultures, experiences, and perspectives, local to Indigenous life in the Beaver Hills, or Edmonton region.

Internationally acclaimed Edmonton youth choir Kokopelli is inviting Edmonton youth to a free, three-day choral singing event, culminating with an informal concert. The program, running July 28–30, from 1–4 pm daily, is open to youth Grade 9 and up (to age 23). No experience is required.

“We’re aiming this at young people who love to sing, period. Not just those with performing experience,” said Kokopelli artistic director Scott Leithead. “A lot of those who sign up will have already sung in choirs, sure. But we’re also hoping to meet a few who have never tried anything like this before, or who can’t even read music.”

Along with Leithead, attendees will also work with gifted musicians and educators including Kitbielle Pasagui, Joel Forth, and Bryan LeGrow. Travis Fick, a South African singer currently on exchange in Edmonton, will be on hand to teach songs from his own country.

Those interested in registering can do so for free at Kokopelli’s website: kokopellichoirs.com. 

The supplement to Common Praise (1998), Sing a New Creation, is now available for order from The Anglican Church of Canada’s online E-Store – visit www.anglican.ca/sing .You will find in the collection an emphasis on congregational song, Canadian and world music, and hymns that are relatively easy to teach to those who do not read music, with simple notation accompaniment and guitar chords for some of the selections. New service music has been included, and there are additions to each of the categories in the table of contents familiar from Common Praise, along with a new section added: Hymns of Lament. Click on the button below to view the content, or stop by the Synod Office to view the new hymnal in person. Bulletin Info

The Studion School for Spiritual Direction offers a two-year program that combines teaching on topics relevant to the practice of spiritual direction with significant time spent in guided retreat and spiritual formation. The program is administered through The King's University in Edmonton and gatherings are held at Star of the North Retreat Centre in St. Albert. The next cohort is set to begin in January 2023. Please visit the thestudionschool.com for program details and to apply online.

The Kootenay School of Ministry is very pleased to invite your diocese to enrol candidates in our introductory course on the diaconate, to be taught by the Ven. Richard Leggatt, Ph.D. The course will be offered on Zoom over four weekends, Friday evenings and Saturday mornings.  

• August 19: 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm (All times are PST)
• August 20: 9:00 am to 12 noon
• August 26: 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm
• August 27: 9:00 am to 12 noon
• NO CLASSES ON LONG WEEKEND
• September 9: 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm
• September 10: 9:00 am to 12 noon
• September 16: 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm
• September 17: 9:00 am to 12 noon 

The fee per student is $100 and may be paid to the Diocese of Kootenay with the notation that the sum is for the Kootenay School of Ministry. Payment may be paid by EFT to Kate Dalton, the diocesan office administrator: admin@kootenay.info or by cheque to: The Diocese of Kootenay #201 - 380 Leathead Road, Kelowna BC V1X 2H8  

Please see updated news from the Primate's World Relief and Development Fund (PWRDF) regarding assistance for Ukraine.

A life of ministry means following a call, living your gifts, and embarking on a unique adventure with God and God’s people. It can be infused with beauty, purpose, and depth. It can also be hard, lonely, and marked by struggle. Wherever you find yourself these days, whether excited about a new ministry opportunity, discerning a call, or standing on the edge of burnout, Gilchrist Coaching and Adventures is ready to journey with you.

Offerings coming up: Backpacking Retreat near Nordegg August 12-14; Group Spiritual Direction for Clergy and Group Coaching for Clergy starting September 1. One-on-One Coaching appointments available through the website.

This mostly-silent retreat, facilitated by Sherry Dahl, is intended for those already familiar with the Enneagram; thus, there will be less teaching and more space for personal reflection. Opportunities will be given to share with others for those who wish to. Please wear comfortable clothing and bring a journal. Retreat runs Sunday, August 7 (3:00 PM) to Friday, August 12 (3:00 PM) Cost: Suite: $575; Commute: $450. Register by July 28; Event #14440    

Youth Empowerment and Support Services (YESS) has been supporting at-risk youth in Edmonton for 40 years. There are many ways individuals and churches can help YESS throughout the year. Please see attached POSTER and INFO. 

The Star of the North Retreat Centre is seeking a part-time housekeeper. The position includes making beds, dusting, vacuuming and general facility cleaning working directly with the Housekeeping Supervisor. Hours required are Mondays and Fridays, 8:30 am - 4:30 pm, 15 hours weekly. Deadline for application: August 12, 2022. Start date Sept 6, 2022.  Previous experience preferred. Apply with attached resume by email to: director@starofthenorth.ca