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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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All Saints Celebrates 85 Years in Drayton Valley
A blizzard could not keep people from gathering for a delicious turkey dinner at Cobblestones Café in celebration of the 85th Anniversary of the Parish of All Saints’, Drayton Valley. A trivia contest about the history of All Saints’ Anglican Church, which began in 1936 as a mission house in Drayton Valley, prompted laughter, visiting and catching up. The mission house was a space for nurses to administer first aid and pastoral care for the remote, isolated community 130 km from Edmonton. As a congregation we began planning the event for All Saints Day to remember the saints who have gone before us, while also hoping to rekindle a fire in the congregation, which dwindled to fewer than 20 people during the COVID-19 pandemic. For more infomation visit: http://edmonton.anglican.ca/news/all-saints-celebrates-85-years-in-drayton-valley
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Parish Safe Church Coordinators' TrainingThree Opportunities Coming Soon! 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 armand@christchurchedm.ca
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Bishop's Itinerary
Please keep Bishop Stephen in your prayers as he leads us closer to Advent:
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Let's VENT about Advent!Tuesday Evenings in November 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, 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!
*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! For more infomation visit:
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"Good Ol' Gospel Singalong"fundraiser for St. Mary's, Vegreville 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 For more infomation visit: http://edmonton.anglican.ca/events/good-ol-gospel-singalong/2022-11-17
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Accessible and Inclusive Church - a ConversationSaturday, November 19, Good Shepherd Anglican Church 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. For more infomation visit: https://edmonton.anglican.ca/events/accessible-and-inclusive-church-a-conversation
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St. George's Invites You to a Chamber Music Christmas ConcertWednesday, November 23, 7:30 pm, in person and on Zoom 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 For more infomation visit:
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Autumn 2022 Learning Events
St. Timothy Anglican Church is offering the third of three workshops this fall:
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. |
Community Nativity FestivalNovember 25 and 26 in Vegreville 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 |
"Mary's Song - What is Your Song?"Advent Quiet Day on Zoom 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. |
Elvis Tribute Concert and Silent AuctionSaturday, December 10, 2 pm Join St. Augustine-Parkland at 131 Church Road in Spruce Grove for an afternoon concert and silent auction featuring Elvis impersonator extraordinaire Robin Kelly. Doors open at 1 pm and the show starts at 2. For tickets ($25 each), email staugustinesparkland@gmail.com or call 780-962-5131. POSTER For more infomation visit:
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Advent Quiet Daya spiritual retreat - Saturday, December 10, 2022 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 |
Executive Assistant to the Bishopfull-time employment opportunity 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
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Anglican Church in Sherwood Park Seeking Rector
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. For more infomation visit: http://edmonton.anglican.ca/news/anglican-church-in-sherwood-park-seeking-rector
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The Christmas Gift
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. |
Books to Give Awayon Grief and Loss 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 For more infomation visit:
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BEYOND the DIOCESE
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Sustaining Mental Health in Faith-Based OrganizationsWycliffe College Online Presentation A recent poll found that mental health challenges affect 1 in 3 Canadians, up from 1 in 5 before the pandemic. How do we adapt to best serve the people in our orbit? Wycliffe's Insitutute for Community Engagement invites you to join Jennifer Bowen, Executive Director of Shalem Mental Health Network, in exploring effective strategies for navigating how mental health shows up at work, followed by a time for dynamic discussion. This online event happens tomorrow, Wednesday, November 16 from 12 to 1:15 pm (MST). The cost is $30. There are discount codes for students, staff, and alumni. Click HERE for tickets
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Training Opportunityoffered at Taylor Seminary in Edmonton 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. For more infomation visit:
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Self Care Days: Prepare to WelcomeRegister by November 17, Providence Renewal Centre 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). POSTER Advent Retreat: Joyful Patience - Waiting for Emmanuel: Facilitated by the Edmonton and District Council of Churches (EDCC) and Fr. Warren Schmidt, CSB, this retreat, to be held Friday, December 9, 7 PM to Sunday, December 11, 1 pm, offers prayers and reflections during the season of Advent. As we wait for the birth of Christ, our Emmanuel, may we wait in joyful patience like “the farmer waits for the precious crop from the earth, being patient with it until it receives the early and the late rains” (James 5:7). Register by November 29 by clicking this link. POSTER For more infomation visit: https://providencerenewal.ca/tc-events/self-care-days-prepare-to-welcome-event-14984/
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Festival of Nine Lessons and Carolsin support of U of A Interfaith Chaplaincy - November 28, 2022 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 |
Quiet Prophecy: Ron Rolheiser Public LectureStar of the North, St. Albert, December 2 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 In the Moment: Self-Guided Retreats: recorded retreats intended for people who may want to retreat at home or on the road, have limited mobility, and/or simply seek time alone with God in the midst of a busy schedule. Each video is less than 45 minutes, and may be paused to allow space for deeper reflection and prayer. Available in Spanish, French & English. Quarterly subscription (3 videos): $75 / Yearly subscription (9 videos): $200 For more information visit: www.starofthenorth.ca/moment For more infomation visit:
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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. |