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Please Remember in Your Prayers this Week
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DIOCESAN and PARISH NEWS and EVENTS
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Memorial Serviceshonouring the life of Queen Elizabeth II At 7pm on the evening of Thursday, September 22, All Saints' Anglican Cathedral will host a memorial service, giving thanks for the life of Queen Elizabeth II. This is an in-person event. All are welcome. This local service follows a national memorial service which will be held at St. James' Anglican Cathedral in Toronto on Tuesday, September 20. That service will be livestreamed on the Anglican Church of Canada website at 3pm Eastern Time. Monday, September 19 from 10 to 11am, Bishop Stephen London will take part in a provincial civic ceremony will be held outdoors on the Alberta Legislature grounds. This ceremony will be livestreamed also. |
Good Shepherd Shares Cultural Cuisine
On Friday, September 9, Good Shepherd Anglican Church gathered for our first potluck since before the pandemic. It was a beautiful night to share food from Chinese, Jamaican, Burmese, Ukrainian, English, Tex-Mex, Kenyan, Sri Lankan, Italian, and Indigenous cultures. For me, it was a hard choice between the bannock and the spring rolls for the yummiest offering, and I found myself going back for more chickpea donuts again and again. We do wish someone had thought to bring a dessert from their culture, but the prosciutto-wrapped cantaloupe did pretty well as a sweet end to the evening. Submitted by the Ven. Jordan Haynie-Ware |
Emmanuel Fundraiser a Success
Emmanuel Anglican Church in Gibbons took part in the Gibbons Town Wide Garage Sale held on Saturday, September 10. The church sold pies, cookbooks and had its own garage sale table. Parishioner, Willa Gorman says, "You cannot believe it until you see it; tables all up and down main street and many, many home garage sales. Also the Farmers Market and more tables at the Cultural Center." For more infomation visit: http://edmonton.anglican.ca/news/emmanuel-fundraiser-a-success
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St. David's Bountiful Harvest
Brother Curtis Almquist, from SSJE, writes: All of us have a role in reclaiming Eden in this world. Whether we’re tilling the soil, sowing seeds, watering, weeding, feeding, beaming light, harvesting, sharing the bounty, we all have a distinct role in the little garden patch of our own life. It’s God’s garden, and we’re given a role for a blink in time to help steward the garden’s fecundity for all. Last spring, St. David’s planted in our 5 raised garden boxes... after a very wet June and then some hot summer weather, we harvested a crop of beautiful little potatoes and lots of snack-sized carrots. For more infomation visit: http://edmonton.anglican.ca/news/st-davids-bountiful-harvest
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Bishop's Itinerary
Back from the Lambeth Conference and summer vacation, Bishop Steve is busy once again working with parishes, responding with Church and Government to the passing of Queen Elizabeth II, and preparing for the 68th Synod of the Diocese of Edmonton:
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Finding Our WayGOAL #8: Beloved Community 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. This week, we highlight Goal 8: Beloved Community. We will work to become an anti-racist and culturally diversifying diocese, supporting this goal with extensive anti-racism, equity, and inclusion training for clergy, staff, and lay leaders. Watch for specific actions and milestones which will be developed in regard to this goal. |
"Come and Try" the Diocesan Children's Choir!Starts Today! The Diocese of Edmonton Children’s Choir, supported by a "Say Yes! to Kids" grant from the Anglican Foundation of Canada, is launching this week! The children's choir will provide opportunities - at no cost - for children and youth in grade 2 and up to learn music connected to the church’s worship to offer at church services and special liturgical events throughout the diocese. The choir which will rehearse on Wednesday evenings, 5-6 pm, at Christ Church, 12116 - 102 Ave, Edmonton. For more infomation visit: http://edmonton.anglican.ca/events/come-and-try-the-diocesan-childrens-choir/2022-09-14
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'Come to me, all who are weary...'Every Wednesday, starting tonight! Join us at Good Shepherd for Refresh, our weekly sacred meditation for anyone curious about faith and spirituality, and who is seeking rest for their weary soul. The world moves rapidly; Refresh is an invitation for all who need a place to rest. Refresh will meet every Wednesday this fall, starting at 7:00 pm on September 14. It will be a space to contemplate poets, philosophers, and apostles; a space to reflect on faith and how spirituality impacts our journey through life. Slip into the comfort of God's embrace, let go of the urge to fill every minute with productivity; allow your mind, body, emotions, and spirit to rest deeply and begin to Refresh. For more infomation visit:
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Interfaith Housing PlenaryThursday, September 15, 2022 Every year, the Interfaith Housing community gets together to discuss the work we've been doing together as people of many faiths. Housing and homelessness challenges are on the rise for so many of our neighbours. Come join us on September 15, 9:15 am to 12 pm, at St. Matthias, 6210-188 St. NW, Edmonton, as we reflect on the work we've done in the last while, and consider where to focus our energies in the next while. Register online here. For more infomation visit: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/interfaith-housing-plenary-2022-tickets-395395236797
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Cursillo September Gatheringat St. Matthias Anglican Church The Edmonton Cursillo Ultreya and AGM will be held starting at 6:00pm, September 16, at St. Matthias Anglican Church, 6210-188 Street NW Edmonton. The Secretariat will provide a roast beef dinner with potatoes and gravy (all GF). Please bring salads, vegetable side dishes or desserts to round out a long awaited pot luck. Please bring yourselves, your families and friends as we look forward to making a difference in our world. To facilitate clean up, please bring your own plates and cutlery, which we can all take home to wash. Please RSVP, as we would hate to run out of food! You can send a message to cursilloedmonton@gmail.com or on our Facebook page. |
Former Bishop's Assistant to Debut Children's Book
Many people came to know and love Charis St. Pierre when she worked in the Synod Office as Bishop Jane’s assistant. Charis is a gifted writer and, while raising two young sons with her husband Josh, she wrote her first children's book. She will debut Welcome, Dark at Audreys Books, 10702 Jasper Ave, Edmonton, on September 17, 2 pm. For more infomation visit: http://edmonton.anglican.ca/news/former-bishops-assistant-debuts-childrens-book
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Connie McLaws Memorial ConcertSaturday, September 17 at 7:00pm Please join us for this memorial concert at St. Timothy's Anglican Church, 8420 145 Street, Edmonton. The concert will include performances by friends, a choral tribute, and the launch of the Connie McLaws Memorial Fund supporting a new student award. Admission is free. All are welcome to join the pick-up choir. Email rob@robcurtis.ca to take part. |
Tea Time!Saturday, September 24 The ladies of Good Shepherd Anglican Church's ACW send a warm invitation to their annual high tea on Saturday, September 24 at 2 PM. It is a pleasure to be able to host the tea again after such a long break. High tea is a much-loved fundraiser and fellowship activity at Good Shep and the ACW has been planning this one for the last several months. You can look forward to homemade biscuits, delicate finger sandwiches, our finest china and delicious tea. There is no official dress code, however, there has been a tradition of taking the opportunity to show off a favorite fascinator, hat, bow tie, or pocket square. Tickets are $20 and space in the upper hall is limited, so reserve your spot today by contacting Kathy Lake at 780-456-1181. |
Fr. Michael Lapsley to visit Edmonton dioceseAll welcome to join public event at St. Faith on Saturday, Sept. 24 Join the Edmonton diocese as we celebrate the return of Fr. Michael Lapsley SSM in just over a week! The first of Fr. Lapsley's public events will be held the evening of September 24. Titled "Courageous Conversations with Fr. Michael," his focus will be the ongoing work of reconciliation. All are welcome. For more infomation visit: http://edmonton.anglican.ca/events/fr-michael-lapsley-to-visit-edmonton-diocese--714/2022-09-24
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Fr. Michael Lapsley to speak at CathedralCome hear the diocesan Canon for Healing and Reconciliation on Sunday, September 25 All are welcome to join the 11am service at All Saints' Anglican Cathedral on September 25, to hear guest-speaker Fr. Michael Lapsley SSM. (Fr. Lapsley is pictured here speaking at the cathedral during his visit in 2019.) During the 65th Synod, in 2017, Bishop Jane Alexander installed Fr. Lapsley as Honorary Canon for Healing and Reconciliation at All Saints’ Cathedral. Since then he has continued to work with the diocese, speaking and leading reconciliation workshops. |
Healing of Memories Workshop
During his visit to Edmonton diocese, September 20-25, Fr. Michael Lapsley, Honorary Canon for Healing and Reconciliation, will work with local partners to facilitate the third Healing of Memories workshop in Edmonton. These workshops designed for Indigenous and non-Indigenous communities to become healers of one another; to reach a better understanding of ourselves, one another and the community we form. The Healing of Memories Workshop will run Tuesday, September 20 to Thursday September 22 and is residential at Star of the North Retreat Centre in St. Albert. For more infomation visit: http://edmonton.anglican.ca/events/healing-of-memories-workshop--750/2022-09-20
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Join the Cursillo Communityserving at St. Faith's, Friday, September 30 The Cursillo Community will be helping serve a dinner at St. Faith's Anglican Church on September 30 and we would love for you to join us. St. Faith's is located at 11725 93 Street, Edmonton. We'll be there at 4:00pm, setting up and getting prepared to serve supper. We will also be involved in the clean up and should be finished by 7:00-8:00pm. Any questions or if you would love to join us please get a hold of us at: cursilloedmonton@gmail.com. |
September 'In Touch' Newsletter
The September issue of In Touch, the quarterly newsletter of the Diocese of Edmonton ACW, is available to download or read online. |
Djembe Drummer Needed
A djembe player is needed for music at the diocesan synod, Saturday, October 22. You supply the rhythm, I supply the djembe! Call Evan at 780-717-6657. |
Autumn 2022 Learning Events
St. Timothy Anglican Church is offering three workshops this fall:
All sessions are at the church (8420 – 145 Street NW Edmonton) on Wednesdays starting at 10:30am. See the POSTER for more details! Email info@sttimothy-edm.ca or call 780-483-5506 to register. |
Ecumenical Mission of Strathcona CountyOctober 2-5, Sherwood Park Churches All are welcome to attend any or all of the sessions during the Annual Ecumenical Mission: "Jesus and Archaeology." Pastor Steve Chambers, former Academic Dean of Concordia Lutheran Seminary in Edmonton, will visit eight Sherwood Park churches, from October 2 to 5, to present on archeology and biblical history. Working with a team from Concordia University in St. Paul, Minnesota and the University of Haifa in Israel, he spent six seasons excavating an early Christian church and monastery complex. Click here to view the event poster and schedule. Watch a video history of the Ecumenical Mission of Strathcona County, hosted by Bishop Stephen London. |
Marriage Encounter Weekend
Our next Worldwide Marriage Encounter Weekend, November 4-6, will be a hybrid weekend. You can attend in person or participate virtually via Zoom - your choice! This weekend has been carefully designed; the sessions and pace built for success. Nine in ten couples who attend a Marriage Encounter recognize a long-lasting positive effect on their lives. Register at www.eame.ca. Early bird savings if registered by October 17th. POSTER |
$5 Coffee Fundraiser for Medical Care Coverage in Buyé Diocese
In 2018, the Edmonton diocese began raising funds through parish coffee collections for women and children in need of medical care to purchase medical cards in our companion Diocese of Buyé. Last year, a total of $6,600 was raised by parishes, enabling 1,320 women to purchase $5-medical cards which cover 80 per cent of their medical costs for one year. Access to healthcare is otherwise out of reach for most people living in Burundi. Throughout the month of September, parishes are again encouraged to set out a separate collection basket dedicated to this fundraiser. With your help, people in Buyé will have access to the medical coverage they require but often can’t afford. For more infomation visit: http://edmonton.anglican.ca/news/5-coffee-fundraiser-for-medical-care-coverage-in-buye-diocese
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Season of Creation Resources for ParishesSeptember 1 to October 4 The Season “Celebration” begins on September 1, the World Day of Prayer for the Care of Creation, and ends on October 4, the Feast of St. Francis of Assisi, the patron saint of ecology beloved by many Christian denominations. The theme of the season is ‘Creation speaks – let us listen’. Find out more and download the Season of Creation Celebration Guide for ideas on how to get involved. Resources can be found on www.seasonofcreation.org |
Online Resources for all Ages from All Around the Diocese
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 For more infomation visit:
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BEYOND the DIOCESE
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2023 Church CalendarsAvailable to Order Online The 2023 Anglican Church of Canada publications are ready to order online. To get your church calendars, click here or visit the ACC publishing website at anglican.gilmore.ca and follow the links. The cost is $7.50 for 1 calendar, $6.00 for 2-19 calendars, and $4.00 for 20 or more. There is free shipping for orders of 50 or more. Click here to see a PDF preview of the calendar. |
Scholarship Programfor study at St. George College in Jerusalem Do you know a cleric or lay person who would love the opportunity to walk in the footsteps of Jesus in the biblical lands, to study scripture and to visit the holy places? The Archbishop Fred Hiltz Scholarship, which will cover most if not all the costs of travel and a 10-day Course at St. George’s College Jerusalem, is available to any cleric, religious or senior lay person in the Anglican Church of Canada. Applications are now open. Click below to find the application form, background letter and "fund facts" about the scholarship. For more infomation visit:
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Women of Outstanding Work10-week work place readiness workshop for female newcomers Every Monday evening from September 26 to December 12, King's University Centre for Teaching and Learning will offer a series of workshops for women newly arrived in Canada, to help build their workplace readiness skills. This is a pilot project for the Centre. They will be working with 24 women. Several have registered, but there is still room for more. Please see the attached POSTER for details or email susanne.huizing@kingsu.ca for more information. |
Steve Bellin concert: St. Albert, September 23 Singer / songwriter Steve Bell will perform in concert September 23, at the St. Albert Catholic Parish Church, 7 St. Vital Avenue, St. Albert. This performance is in connection with the Aurora Living spiritual formation program at Star of the North Retreat Centre. As part of the program's opening fall retreat weekend, entitled Psalms: Singing Both Joy & Lament, Steve will be leading an all-day retreat on Saturday, September 24. Click here for more information and to register for the retreat. Click here for concert tickets. |
Reconciliation Through Justice Serieswww.starofthenorth.ca/reconciliation An apology only takes on meaning when there is action. Over the next several months, Star of the North Retreat Centre will host a series of workshops covering specific justice issues: housing, land, and water. Join guests Carola Cunningham and Fred Gloade, Thursday, September 29, from 7:00 to 8:30 pm for the discussion on housing, as we continue together on the road of reconciliation. Registration by donation. For more info, click here. |
Deadline Extension for Community Safety and Well-being (CSWB) Grant
The City of Edmonton is offering up to $100,000 in one-time grant funding to support individuals and organizsations in the advancement of community safety and well-being (CSWB). The application deadline for this new program has been extended to September 30, 2022. Funding will go toward initiatives that address emergent community needs or opportunities and can be completed within the next 24 months. The goal of this program is to provide funding to initiatives and projects that work to improve equity, end poverty, eliminate racism, make progress toward truth and reconciliation, or create an inclusive and compassionate community that supports the safety and well-being of all who live in Edmonton. Email CSWBGrants@edmonton.ca with questions.
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Tellers' Retreat at King's FoldLimited space remaining The Network of Biblical Storytellers Canada will host a Teller's Retreat at King's Fold Retreat Centre west of Cochrane October 14-16, 2022. NBSC is "an affiliation of people who practise the art and discipline of telling Christian scripture by heart." This is a small retreat. About a dozen are coming so far, and there are a few spaces left. Avoid disappointment. Register soon! For more infomation visit:
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Upcoming Bible Remixed Zoom Courses
Dr. Sylvia Keesmaat is leading the following Bible Remixed Zoom courses this fall: Love Goes All the Way Down: Discovering the Old Testament God, September 25 - October 30, Sunday evenings, 7 pm on Zoom. This course is for all those suffering from a "God of Wrath" upbringing, and the homophobia, sexism, racism and judgementalism that such a theology creates. INFO The Secret Life of Hope: Reading the Beatitudes, November 28-December 19, MONDAY evenings, 7 pm on Zoom. Are the Beatitudes a fantasy vision of an impossible world? Or was Jesus providing a glimpse of a radical new world, where hunger, mourning, poverty and innocence are the seeds of God's new community, bringing healing and reconciliation for all? INFO Registration is open! For more info and to register, visit www.bibleremixed.ca |