• Those who are sick, suffering, or in need: Corinna, Myles, Marlene, Lorelei, Brendan, Rob, Rachael, Grayson, Kenzie, Rhea, Anne, Roger, Zach, Ruth, Robert, and Rita.
• Those who have died: Steve, and those who mourn for him: Margaret, Colleen, family and friends; also Brent who has died, and those who mourn for him: Val, Carmelita, family and friends.
• 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.

Bishop Stephen London has appointed the Rev. Rachael Parker as rector of Dayspring Ministry, a shared ministry between St. Saviour's, Vermilion; St. Thomas', Wainwright, and St. Mary's, Edgerton. 

Bishop Stephen is also pleased to announce that the Rev. Rachael Parker will be collated as Archdeacon for Rural Ministry at the Opening Eucharist of the 68th Synod of the Diocese of Edmonton.

This is a renewal of the Edmonton diocese's commitment to rural ministry, says the Bishop. "Rachael will help us encourage our rural parishes and help us imagine creative ways of doing rural ministry."

The Synod Office is soliciting applications for the full-time position of Executive Assistant to the Bishop. 

The Executive Assistant to the Bishop is an employee of the Anglican Diocese of Edmonton, working under the supervision of the Bishop to provide administration in a collaborative and positive work environment.

Principal duties include assisting with all aspects of internal and external communications; managing the Bishop’s schedule; helping to organize diocesan services and events; and providing administrative leadership and support to members of the Synod Office.

Applications may be submitted by no later than November 5, 2022 to Margaret Glidden at churched@edmonton.anglican.ca 

In this video, the Rev. Dr. Scott Sharman, Canon to the Ordinary for the Edmonton diocese, offers a spiritual/theological orientation to the 68th Synod of the Diocese of Edmonton.

Bishop Stephen London will host a Zoom conversation on the evening of October 20, from 7 to 8:30 pm, for those who have watched the video and would like to discuss the resolutions. 

Thursday, Oct 20
Join Zoom Meeting https://us06web.zoom.us/j/86332106936 

All are welcome to join the Edmonton diocese for the 68th Synod Opening Eucharist on Friday, October 21, 6:30 pm, at All Saints' Cathedral. Bishop Stephen London will collate and install the following people for ministry: 

• Ms. Lois MacLean, KC as Chancellor;
• Mr. Robert Reynolds, KC as Vice-Chancellor;
• The Ven. Susan Oliver as Archdeacon for Children, Youth, and Family Ministries;
• The Ven. Jordan Haynie Ware as Archdeacon for Justice;
• The Ven. Rachael Parker as Archdeacon for Rural Ministry;
• The Rev. Canon Dr. Scott Sharman as Canon to the Ordinary;

and the following people to be re-seated in recognition of a new beginning in their ongoing ministries in our diocese:

• The Ven. Travis Enright, Archdeacon for Reconciliation and Decolonization;
• The Ven. Richard King, Archdeacon for Mission and Discipleship. 

Unfortunately, this service will not be live-streamed.

Bishop Stephen London has a packed schedule over the next month. Please keep him in your prayers as he participates and leads through the following:

• October 18: Administration and Finance Committee
• October 21-22: 68th Synod, All Saints' Cathedral/St. Matthias, Edmonton
• October 24-28: House of Bishops, Toronto
• November 6: Licensing of Lay Readers and Lay Evangelists at 7 pm during Choral Evensong at All Saints' Cathedral, Edmonton

Supported by a "Say Yes! to Kids" grant from the Anglican Foundation of Canada, the diocesan children's choir provides opportunities - at no cost - for children and youth in grade 2 and up to learn music connected to the church’s worship. If you know anyone who might like to join, please invite them. The children's music will be offered at church services and special liturgical events throughout the diocese. The choir rehearses Wednesday evenings, 5-6 pm, at Christ Church, 12116 - 102 Ave, Edmonton.

St. Timothy Anglican Church is offering two more workshops this fall:

• The Passing of the Peace - history and meaning, October 26.
• BCP and BAS - brief history and theological differences, November 23.

Sessions are held at the church (8420 – 145 Street NW Edmonton) on Wednesdays starting at 10:30am.

For more info, see POSTER email info@sttimothy-edm.ca or call 780-483-5506 to register.

On a bright and sunny Sunday afternoon in early October, Holy Trinity in Old Strathcona welcomed back its long-standing tradition of offering a pet blessing for the Feast Day of Saint Francis! Dogs and cats came out (with their owners, naturally) and were generally well-behaved; sniffing out the pews, making new friends, and howling along with the piano as we humans attempted to sing through our giggles. The blessing of the animals is one of our community’s favourite events, and in some cases, is the only service people come to throughout the year! We are so happy to be able to offer this service again and to have the opportunity to enjoy reconnecting with some of our community and, of course, hanging out and playing with all the animals! 

This Thanksgiving, as our community thought about how blessed we are to be able to share plentifully in meals and fellowship, the congregation wanted to make sure others in our communities were also able to have food in their bellies and feel the love of those around them. Holy Trinity in Old Strathcona participated in a Thanksgiving Sunday Food-Raiser for Edmonton’s Food Bank for nonperishable donations, and Youth Empowerment Support Services (YESS), where we donate plenty of fresh produce for our friends. 

Holy Trinity Anglican Church, 10037 84 Ave. NW, Edmonton, is holding its annual Fall Rummage Sale on Friday, October 28, 3:00 pm to 9:00 pm; and Saturday, October 29, 10:00 am to 3:00 pm. Shop for small furniture, clothing, shoes, household, books, music, toys, sports, hardware, collectibles, new cards. Refreshments will be available. Great bargains! Free admission! POSTER

There will be a memorial service for Margaret (Peggie) Gibbons, widow of Jack (former priest of the Edmonton diocese), on Saturday, October 29, 2 pm, at Christ Church, 12116-102 Avenue NW, Edmonton.

The 2022 A Common Word Alberta - Muslim-Christian Dialogue will focus on "Drawing the Circle Bigger" through inclusion. All are welcome to join the conversation on October 29, !0 am, at All Saints' Cathedral, 10035-103 St NW, Edmonton, and on Zoom 

The conversation, emceed by Canon Scott Sharman, will focus on how our faith traditions support us in developing circles that can respectfully and mutually include not only our fellow Muslims and Christians, but also our Indigenous brothers and sisters. 

Please register here, to participate either in person or online. POSTER

What does the work of reconciliation look like?  What role could reparations play in the church’s work of building shared future with all of our neighbours in what we call Canada? In this exciting day-long event hosted by the Micah Centre (The King's University 9125 50 Street Northwest Edmonton), NADC, King's, and friends from KAIROS Prairies North and Mennonite, Anglican, and Christian Reformed communities, participants will learn about the physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual roots of reparations and reciprocity. Through a variety of interactive workshops led by Indigenous and non-Indigenous leaders, participants will consider the role they can play in repairing broken relationships and building communities of reciprocity and hope. Register on Eventbrite. To learn more about the Pakitinâsowin Fund for Reciprocity and Reparations, visit: https://www.kingsu.ca/reciprocity-fund

See Facebook event 

All are invited to welcome lay readers, and lay-evangelists Doreen Abbott and Mary-Lou Cleveland of the Edmonton diocese who will be commissioned and licensed during Choral Evensong at All Saints' Cathedral, Sunday evening, November 6 at 7pm. 

You are invited to celebrate All Saints’ Sunday and the 85th Anniversary of the Parish of All Saints’, Drayton Valley with Bishop Stephen London on November 5 and 6, 2022.

November 5:
Visit the original church at Drayton Valley Museum located at 6013-64 Ave, at 4 pm, followed by a turkey dinner at Cobblestones Café, 5147 50 Ave. Bishop Stephen London will speak on the role and relevance of the church in our community and the world now and in the future. Tickets ($30) must be reserved by prepayment before October 20. Call 780-542-5048 or email monitorguru@live.ca for information.  

November 6:
Bishop Stephen London will preside at Holy Eucharist at All Saints’, 5212 47 Ave, Drayton Valley, at 10:30 am. All are welcome to attend! All Saints’ Day will be celebrated at the service. In remembrance of former members, please submit their favourite hymn by October 20 to be incorporated into the service.

All are welcome to join us for God’s Grace Abounds in Deepest Waters, a Diocesan Prayer Day at St. Thomas Church in Sherwood Park on November 12. Drop in anytime between 9am and 5pm to participate in our self-guided prayer stations, as we are invited to pray expectantly for ourselves, our home parishes, our diocese, and the world using the biblical themes of water. Join us at 11:30 am for family prayers led by Eric Kregel. To join us for lunch, RSVP to edmontondioceseprayer@gmail.com by November 4. As we flow into the busy Advent season, take a moment to come and rest in God’s presence, and encounter the depth of his Grace. You or your parish can also submit prayer requests anonymously using this link 

Renovare Canada presents the Restore Online Conference on Saturday, November 12. During the conference, we will be covering 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. Scripture will serve as a foundation from which these themes are gleaned. Find out more, and register at: www.renovarecanada.ca POSTER

The Ven. Jordan Haynie Ware, Archdeacon for Justice, and the Disability Inclusion Team invite you to an inaugural conversation on accessibility and inclusion on Saturday, November 19, from 1 to 3 pm at Good Shepherd Anglican Church, 15495 Castle Downs Road in Edmonton.

The conversation will be centered on a question: "What makes a church community accessible and inclusive?" We are inviting conversation, stories, experiences, and more questions to help shine a light and start the journey together to envision a more inclusive church. 

We welcome anyone who is interested in ensuring we provide welcoming spaces for worship, community and mission. This includes but is not exclusive to people with disabilities, seniors facing mobility or other inclusion and accessibility challenges and needs, caregivers, parents/guardians, families and allies. There will be light refreshments and children's activities.

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.

Outcasts Who Belong: Jesus & the Unnamed Women in the Gospels Join this three-week series online or in person with well-known educator Sister Teresita Kambeitz. Choose afternoons or evenings to attend in November (8, 15, & 23) as we reflect on Jesus-encounters with 10 outsider women who belong as insiders in the new world he came to establish. Cost is $90 (online or in-person). Early registration prices are until October 18. 

Join Faith Nostbakken, PhD for Examen: Daily Prayer to Change Your Life on Thursday, November 3, from 1 to 8 pm, at Providence Renewal Centre. Finding God in everyday life is the theme upon which St. Ignatius of Loyola built his Spiritual Exercises. His approach to daily reflection is called the Examen – a simple 15-minute pause to notice God’s presence or absence. Join us as we explore a variety of approaches to integrating the Examen in one’s life. The day will include input, practice, and time for reflection plus fellowship around the supper table. Cost is $100 (includes buffet supper). Register by October 25 here.

Every year, churches across Canada come together on International Day of Prayer Sunday to lift up the persecuted Church. On November 6, 2022, we hope your church will join us in prayer for our brothers and sisters who follow Jesus where faith costs the most. Churches can download a resource kit here.