• Those who are sick, suffering, or in need: Justin, Ann, Roger, Lorelei, Rae, Colleen, and Rita.
• Those who have died: Brian, and those who mourn for them: Barb and family.
• 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.

A Funeral Mass and Celebration of Life for the Honourable Justice Brian Burrows, former Chancellor of the Diocese of Edmonton, who died on November 19, 2022, will be held on Saturday, November 26, 1 pm, at All Saints' Cathedral, with the Very Reverend Alexandra Meek officiating. Clergy are invited to vest and process. The colour is white. The funeral will also be livestreamed on the Cathedral Youtube Channel. Click Here to Watch

Bishop Stephen London is pleased to appoint the Rev. Mark Vigrass as Vocational Deacon at St. George's, Edmonton.

Bishop Stephen London was presented with the Queen Elizabeth II’s Platinum Jubilee Medal at Government House in Edmonton on November 15. A member and past chair of the Strathcona County Ecumenical Mission Committee since 2012, Bishop Steve was recognised by Her Honour, the Honourable Salma Lakhani, Lt-Gov. of Alberta, for his commitment to ecumenical dialogue. Photo: Lynn Streeter

 The Edmonton Anglican Marriage Encounter (EAME) Weekend on November 4-6 was an overwhelming success.  Hear directly from the participants:  

• The format is brilliant and something we were not familiar with, but it was definitely needed at this stage of our marriage.
• I found it all very useful, there’s so much value in understanding each other’s feelings.
• I have found this weekend to be life changing, I feel blessed to have had a chance to participate.
• The presenters were amazing; open and honest and inspiring.
• I am not emotionally expressive. This helped me be more open and clearer with my wife.

Bishop Stephen London heads into the Advent Season celebrating new beginnings in parish and diocesan ministry in Edmonton diocese. Please keep him in your prayers.

• November 24: Executive Council, All Saints' Cathedral
• November 27: Confirmation Service, St. Matthias, Edmonton
• November 27: Advent Lessons and Carols, All Saints' Cathedral
• December 2: ACW Communion Service, All Saints' Cathedral
• December 4: Advent Lessons and Carols, St. Aidan and St. Hilda, Rexboro

The community of St. Mary's Anglican Church in Highlands invites you to join us in a prayer service on Wednesday, November 23 at 5 pm.

In light of recent tragic and violent acts against the LGBTQ2SIA+ community in Colorado, amongst other acts of prejudice and discrimination, we call on the loving compassion and justice of God in support of all LGBTQ2SIA+ communities.

Please join us tonight, 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

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. 

You are invited to the Annual ACW Christmas Bake Sale & Social on Saturday November 26, Good Shepherd Anglican Church, 15495 Castle Downs Road, from 10 am to 2:30 pm. The ladies of Good Shepherd's ACW have been baking and crafting away. Bring your kids, bring a friend, bring your holiday spirit to Good Shepherd for this fantastic fundraiser! Get in some holiday shopping, and treat yourself to something delicious. A variety of tables will have home baked goods, handcrafted gifts and so much more. To keep you energized for this fun day of shopping, a selection of finger sandwiches and snacks will be available between 11 am and 2 pm. See you there! 

The season of Advent gets underway at All Saints' Cathedral this Sunday evening, November 27, with an Advent Lessons and Carols Service.  The service begins at 7:00pm and will be followed by a reception in the church hall. The service will also feature a guest appearance by the Diocesan Children’s Choir. 

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 

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

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 evening, November 29, 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 29 - Isaiah 7: 10-16 and Romans 1: 1-7

Message Rev. Danielle at danielle@holytrinity.ab.ca for the Zoom link! 

The Diocese of Edmonton ACW invites all members to a Reunion Communion II service on Thursday, December 1, 12:10 pm, at All Saints' Cathedral, 10035 103 St, Edmonton. You are invited to bring a bag lunch to enjoy after the service. Coffee and cookies will be provided. After lunch, we are invited to stay for an Advent bible study, from 1:30 pm to 2:30. Bring along family and friends. All are welcome!

(Pictured above: Bishop Steve with ACW members at ACW Advent Eucharist, 2021.)

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

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

Join parishioners of St. Peter's Anglican Church as they bid farewell to the Rev. Heather Liddell and wish her the best on her next adventure, moving to Montreal. The party starts at 2pm on Saturday, December 17, at St. Peter's Church, 11035 127 Street NW, Edmonton.

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.   

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

For more than 20 years the Edmonton and District Council of Churches (EDCC), through the No Room In the Inn campaign, has coordinated this ecumenical justice housing initiative based on the Biblical story of Mary and Joseph seeking a safe place to stay when there was no room in the inn. The No Room In the Inn campaign for 2022 is now underway. This year, No Room In the Inn is supporting the Canadian Mental Health Association – Edmonton Region, (CMHA-ER) which provides safe and secure housing for people living with mental illness. With the funding raised in this year’s campaign, CMHA-ER will upgrade or replace aging and vulnerable security access systems in five of their seven properties in the Edmonton area. Keep an eye out for more information coming soon!

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 are 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 

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

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.

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.