• Those who are sick, suffering, or in need: Marlene, Mary, Rhea, Madison, Kenzie, Jen, Megan, Ryan, Margaret, John, Anne, Roger, Lorelei, Gail, Jim, Corinna, Zach, Ruth, Robert, and Rita.
• Those who have died; and those who mourn for them.
• 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.
• The lay readers and lay evangelists to be commissioned this Sunday.
• 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.

By the tender mercy of our God, the dawn (dayspring) from on high will break upon us, to give light to those who sit in darkness and in the shadow of death, to guide our feet into the way of peace.’ Luke 1:78-79 (NRSV)

The seeds of a new, hardy variety of ministry engineered to withstand environmental threats to flourish over future generations, have been sown in the east-central region of the Edmonton diocese. Dayspring Ministry is a new shared ministry of St. Saviour’s, Vermilion; St. Thomas, Wainwright and St Mary’s, Edgerton, that is being led by one full-time priest and several lay leaders from the three parishes. The origin of Dayspring Ministry is rooted in a conversation Bishop Stephen London had with the Ven. Rachael Parker, whom he collated as the diocese’s first Archdeacon for Rural Ministry at the 68th Synod in October. 

Five lay evangelists and more than 50 lay readers from parishes throughout the Edmonton diocese were commissioned for ministry by Bishop Stephen London during Choral Evensong at All Saints’ Cathedral on November 6. Bishop Steve expressed his great thanks for people who are willing to be vulnerable and take public leadership. Click the play button below to listen to Bishop Steve's message.

Safe Church training for Parish Safe Church Coordinators will take place on the following dates and times (length of session: 1.5 hours), on Zoom. Please sign up for one of the following sessions with Rev Armand Mercier at safechurch@edmonton.anglican.ca 

• Tuesday, Nov. 22, 1 pm
• Monday, Nov. 28, 7 pm
• Tuesday, Nov. 29, 7 pm 

You are invited to join us at Holy Trinity, corner of 101 St and 84 Ave, Edmonton, for a Remembrance Day Prayer Service on Friday, November 11 at 9:45 AM, followed by a procession to the cenotaph at Light Horse Park. We will be joined by the South Alberta Light Horse troops and other special guests. Please join us as we remember and pray together. 

A reminder that the Synod Office will be closed this Friday for Remembrance Day.

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 

The newly formed diocesan children's choir, directed by Laura Hawley, is gearing up for its inaugural performance during the 10 am service at Christ Church, Edmonton on Sunday, November 13. All are welcome!

If you know anyone in grade 2 and up who might like to join, please invite them! The choir rehearses Wednesday evenings, 5-6 pm, at Christ Church, 12116 - 102 Ave, Edmonton. The Diocese of Edmonton Children's Choir is made possible by a "Say Yes! to Kids" grant from the Anglican Foundation of Canada.

This Sunday, join us at St. Mary's Anglican Church in Ponoka for a live presentation of the Annual PWRDF Report. PWRDF Representative, Jeff Hangar will host. Please contact him directly for more information at 403-704-9183. St. Mary's is located at 5120 – 49 Avenue, Ponoka. POSTER

Bishop Stephen London heads into November by celebrating parish and lay ministry in the Edmonton diocese. Please keep him in your prayers as he leads us closer to Advent:

• • November 12: Diocesan Prayer Day, St. Thomas, Sherwood Park
  • November 13: Remembrance Sunday, All Saints' Cathedral, Edmonton
  • November 15: The Queen Elizabeth II's Platinum Jubilee Medal, Government House, Edmonton

Her Honour, the Honourable Salma Lakhani, Lieutenant Governor of Alberta, will present The Queen Elizabeth II's Platinum Jubilee Medal (Alberta) to Bishop Stephen London on November 15 2022 at Government House. 

According to the Lt-Gov.'s office, Bishop London, who leads the Anglican Diocese in Edmonton, is receiving the commemorative medal because of his "leadership and counsel during Her Late Majesty’s passing and mourning period."  

The Queen Elizabeth II’s Platinum Jubilee Medal will be awarded to 7,000 Albertans throughout 2022 in recognition of their significant contributions to the province.

Have you ever noticed the readings for Advent don't seem to really, at least at an initial glance, fit the theme of Advent? Have you ever noticed they don't seem very anticipatory, celebratory or even, sometimes, preparatory? Join Rev. Danielle on Zoom for four Tuesday evenings at 7 pm as we read and discuss our Old and New Testament readings for Advent! All that's required is YOU and your favourite Bible - the more translations the merrier!

• November 15 - Isaiah 35: 1-10 and James 5: 7-10
• November 29 - Isaiah 7: 10-16 and Romans 1: 1-7

*Please note the one-week break on November 22 as Rev. Danielle is taking a week for holidays* Message Rev. Danielle at danielle@holytrinity.ab.ca for the Zoom link! 

St. Mary the Virgin Anglican Church, corner of 48 Ave and 51 St, Vegreville is holding a "Good Ol' Gospel Singalong" This church fundraiser will be held Thursday, November 17, starting at 6:30 pm. Admission is by donation. Refreshments will be served after the singing. 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.

Please join us on November 23, 7:30 pm, for a chamber music Christmas concert at St. George’s Anglican Church, 11733- 87 Avenue NW, or online on Zoom. The concert will have Christmas favourites and light classics followed by a Carol sing-along. The Zoom link will be on St. George’s, Edmonton website before the concert. Admission is free. Donations are welcome. POSTER

St. Timothy Anglican Church is offering the third of three workshops this fall:

• BCP and BAS - brief history and theological differences, Wednesday, November 23.

This session will be held at the church (8420 – 145 Street NW Edmonton) starting at 10:30am.

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

On November 25 and 26, St. Mary's Anglican and the Vegreville United churches are teaming up to present a display of more than 200 creches (nativity sets) from around the world. Admission is free but please bring a donation to the Vegreville Food Bank. Drinks and treats will be available for purchase. Enjoy the familiar sights and sounds of Advent and Christmas! POSTER

The Sisterhood of St. John the Divine presents "Mary’s Song – What is Your song?" Reflections for Advent on November 26 or December 3, from 10 am to 3:30 pm, on Zoom. Our reflections during the Quiet day will be based on the "Magnificat", which is Mary’s Song. Our journey during the day will be a reflection on learning to sing our own "Magnificat", our own song. We will walk with Mary during the day, and try to glean from her some insights, encouragement, and a challenge. This Quiet Day will be led online by Sister Doreen, SSJD. To register, email dorothydahli@shaw.ca  Registration deadline is Nov 21 or Nov 28. When you register you will receive a meditative index with information and scripture readings. Zoom links will be sent out following the registration deadlines. 

St. Mary the Virgin Anglican Church in Vegreville invites you to let go of the busyness of day-to-day life for a Quiet Day on December 10, from 9:30 am to 3:30 pm. Refreshments and a light, hot lunch will be provided. Donations welcome. Please register in advance by emailing the Rev. Laureta Blondin at laureta.blondin@gmail.com or call 780-904-9026. For more info, see attached POSTER

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 18, 2022 to Margaret Glidden at churched@edmonton.anglican.ca 

The parish of St. Thomas, located in Sherwood Park, is seeking a full-time rector. If your pastoral experience gives you the confidence and skills to share the rationale for change and to involve others in making and supporting decisions for the glory of God, please see Parish Profile. The application deadline is December 11, 2022.

This historical novel follows a teenager as he joins three eccentric “wise” men on the trip of a lifetime. Like any of life’s journeys, it involves learning, love, sadness and a destination beyond all expectations. The book, published by Edmonton author David Holehouse, a member of St. Thomas in Sherwoord Park, is available from depthofheaven.com as an E-Pub, or as a paperback from dwholehouse@gmail.com.   

Looking for some resources on the topic of grief and loss? Elizabeth Rushton of St. Augustine-Parkland Anglican Church has an extensive collection of the works of Allan D. Wolfelt, Ph.D. which she would like to give to anyone who could make use of them. If interested, please contact Elizabeth by email: jerush@shaw.ca

Registration is open for the School of Women in Ministry and we are excited to welcome new students. The program consists of 12 units presented over two years and, since the Canadian school started in 2002, has been attended by women from a range of Christian denominations and diverse ministries. SWM now works in partnership with Lifesprings International to bring this valuable training to women worldwide. For more information email Christa Eisbrenner, lay reader at Immanuel Anglican Parish in Wetaskiwin, at dean@womeninministry.ca, or click below to visit the SWM website.

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 Ahmadiyya Muslim Community of Edmonton invites you to our special event "Muslims for Remembrance," on Saturday, November 12, 1:30 pm, at the Bait-ul Hadi Mosque, 7005 - 98 Ave NW, Edmonton.

The founder of Islam, Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) taught that loyalty to one’s country is an integral part of Islamic faith. As such, Ahmadi Muslims are gathering to support those who have sacrificed their lives for Canada and to commemorate National Indigenous Veterans Day. We would be grateful for your participation. See the attached POSTER for details. 

Providence Renewal Centre invites you to nourish your body, mind, and soul with prayer, music, silence, and fellowship on Tuesday, November 29, 10:00 am to 3:00 pm. This is a day just for you. Take as much silence as you wish and join in times of prayer and conversation as you are comfortable. Relax in the comfort of our retreat surroundings, gather to share a lunch buffet, walk the grounds, and join others to share conversation. Spiritual direction can be arranged for an additional fee. Select and connect with a director from our roster  Click Here to Register by November 17. Cost is $60 (incl. buffet lunch and a single room). 

The U of A Interfaith Chaplaincy Festival of Nine Lessons and Carols for Advent and Christmas will be held on Monday, November 28, 7:30 pm at the Winspear Centre. The annual concert will feature the U of A Mixed Chorus, Adam Robertson, director; handbells, Bob de Frece, Director; Marnie Giesbrecht & Joachim Segger, Organists. All Seats: $25 (plus service charge) can be purchased through the Winspear Box Office: (780) 428-1414. This fundraising concert is sponsored by the U of A Interfaith Chaplains & Mixed Chorus, the U of A and The King's University Departments of Music Benefit - U of A Student Support. POSTER

In a spirit of gratitude to Fr. Ron Rolheiser, OMI for his years of service to retreat ministry and education in the Edmonton area, Star of the North Retreat Centre will celebrate his time with us on Friday, December 2, at 7:00 pm, with the public lecture entitled Quiet Prophecy: Another Kind of Protest for Social and Religious Transformation. Our time will be followed by cake and light desserts with tea, coffee and beverages. Cost: Online $25 / In-Person $30. Purchase your tickets at www.starofthenorth.ca/prophecy   

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.