• Those who are sick, suffering, or in need: Sarah, June, Kuot and his children, Leila, Matt, and Joyce.
• Those who have died: Margaret; and those who mourn.
• 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.
• People who are trapped in places of conflict and persecution around the world.
• 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.

The Rt. Rev. Stephen London is pleased to announce that God Willing he will ordain to the Transitional Diaconate, and to the Priesthood, Jordan Giggey, St. Mary's, Edmonton; The Rev. Lisa Wojna, St. Paul's, Leduc. The ordination will take place on Holy Cross Day, September 14, 7 pm, at All Saints' Cathedral, 10035 103 St NW, Edmonton. Members of the clergy are invited to vest. The colour is red. All are welcome! Please keep Jordan and Lisa in your prayers as they take this next step in their ministry journey.

Please hold Bishop Stephen London in your prayers as he serves parishes throughout the diocese and connects with our partners and friends beyond the diocese.

• July 10-August 8: Vacation

Please note:

• The Ven. Susan Oliver has been appointed Commissary from July 10 to 27, 2023.
• The Very Rev. Alexandra Meek has been appointed Commissary from July 31 to August 6; and August 14 to 20, 2023. 

The Diocese of Edmonton Children's Choir (DECC), directed by Laura Hawley, is gearing up for its second season! The children's choir is made up of enthusiastic singers from across the diocese. The choir provides opportunities for children and youth in grade 2 and up to learn music to offer at church services and special liturgical events throughout the diocese.
Beginning in September, the choir will meet Wednesday evenings, from 5 to 6 pm, at Christ Church, 12116 - 102 Ave, Edmonton. 

There is no cost to join the choir. Register Here

Contributions for The Messenger, including news, stories and events of the Athabasca and Edmonton dioceses, will be accepted until Tuesday, August 1. Please send articles, Letters to the Editor, and pictures along with a brief description of the subject matter, to anglicanmessenger@gmail.com. 

Summer has arrived and so, too, have Wednesday evening concerts in the beautiful gardens of Christ Church, 12116-102 Avenue NW, Edmonton. The line-up continues this week, on July 26, with the Edmonton Saxophone Quartet. Bring a lawn chair or blanket and enjoy an evening of music outdoors. *If the weather doesn't cooperate, the concert will be held in the church. See POSTER for complete line-up.

St. Augustine's-Parkland, 131 Church Rd., Spruce Grove, is hosting east coast & gospel musician Norman Junior Rice on Saturday, July 29. Pull out your sou’wester hats and limber up to do a few jigs as we enjoy the traditional music of Newfoundland! Doors open at 6:30; show at 7 pm. Tickets are $25 each. There will be a Newfie-style raffle and a cash bar. For tickets, call 780-962-5131 or email staugustinesparkland@gmail.com

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A celebration will be held on July 30 at the old All Saints’ Anglican Church situated at the museum in Drayton Valley at 6013-44 Avenue. The event will start with Holy Eucharist at 10:30 am with Rev. Robyn King officiating. A light luncheon and refreshments will follow.

The original church was moved from 50th Ave, the site of the present Beehive Support Services Association, 5056-50 Ave, in November 1998 to the present location and placed on a foundation. The roof was re-shingled, and the original wood of the ceiling and floor was restored. The blinds were replaced. This refurbishment was done to preserve its original state, as funds were made available from different grants.

The Ven. Jordan Haynie Ware, Archdeacon for Social Justice, will be leading a week-long session, "Defiance: Feminist Lessons from Scripture Today," at Sorrento Centre, beginning July 30.

Too often, “biblical womanhood” has been a term defined by submission and meekness, used to keep women in their place. Jordan Haynie Ware, of the podcast Two Feminists Annotate the Bible has found through her studies that this just doesn’t match the Scriptures as written.  POSTER

Join us and our friends from the Mustard Seed for a free "De-Escalation Training" session at Holy Trinity Anglican Church, 10037 84 Ave, Edmonton on Wednesday, August 2 at 6:30 pm. The workshop combines theory and practical skills. Participants will learn:

1. The Bissell model for violent incident management.
2. How to prevent violence.
3. How to defuse potentially violent situations with specific strategies.
4. What to do if someone is violent.
5. What to do following an incident.  

Please register here   

Loyola Press, a major source of references on the Spiritual Exercises of St. Ignatius, describes the exercises as “a compilation of meditations, prayers, and contemplative practices developed by St. Ignatius of Loyola to help people deepen their relationship with God.” The exercises are a structured and guided approach designed to uncover the heart of our call to serve God and God’s people. If you are interested in learning more, please send an email to ignatianspirit46@gmail.com. We at St. Augustine of Canterbury, Edmonton intend to facilitate a Spiritual Exercises Retreat in Daily Life with a small group of participants to run from September 2023 to May 2024. Space is limited. Please fill out the application form to apply by August 15. You will be contacted for a simple one on one conversation preceding our entry into the exercises.

I scream, you scream, we all scream for ice cream! Mark your calendars now for the Cursillo Aunnal Ice Cream Social on August 25, 2023. More details to come.

Join the Anglican Parish of Christ Church, 12116 102 Ave NW, Edmonton, as they launch off to an out-of-this-world adventure! You will have a blast shining Jesus’ light and learning what that means through a Bible-rich program grounded in hands-on, multi-sensory learning experiences you will be talking about for light years to come.

Compassion Camp is a five-day summer camp program for children ages five and up. Each day has its own theme, music, crafts and activities all centered around small simple acts of compassion. Children over 14 will get to participate in camp as a Leader-In-Training, gaining both the benefits of the daily lessons and an opportunity to share their strengths as they assist our younger campers during crafts and games. Everyone attending camp, including volunteers, will receive a t-shirt and sticker.

Save the date now for the Fall Youth Festival, October 13-14, 2023. All youth ages 14 to 18 in Edmonton diocese (and all their friends) are invited! If you happen to be older (19 to 25), please think about joining the leadership team. All events at St. Matthias church hall, 6210–188 Street NW, Edmonton. POSTER

Let us help you promote your upcoming event in Synod Scene, our weekly e-newsletter to clergy, parishes and subscribers. Please click the link to the form below to tell us about your event (ie. youth gathering, parish fundraiser, worship service, community outreach, public lecture). Upload a graphic or picture (horizontal / landscape orientation; 1500x784 px), and your event poster. Events must be submitted by Tuesday at noon for inclusion in the current week's newsletter. Have Questions? Send us an email: churched@edmonton.anglican.ca

Our faithful donors on Team Anglican are doing an amazing job! We are on track to exceed our goal of 130 units in 2023. Way to go! If you are considering making a donation, please don't hesitate. The summer months are generally a slower time for donations but, unfortunately, summer is usually when the need for blood spikes. To book your lifesaving appointment, call 1-888-236-6283 or visit Canadian Blood Services. Check your eligibility, then click here and enter our Partner ID: ANGL696986 to join Team Anglican. You won't just make a difference. You can make all the difference.

Lodgepole Bakery, a social enterprise in central Edmonton based at St. Faith’s and St Mary’s Anglican Churches, is hiring an Animator to expand its scope. The enterprise is a bridge to social and economic inclusion and strengthens community safety and cohesion. This is a 10-month position starting August 15, 2023. For more info, see the Job Profile

We have received an assortment of vestments and stoles. They would be ideal for a clergy person around 5 ft 10 in. Other donated items include a beaded leather purse, a copy of the Book of Alternative Services in Cree and a silver chalice and paten. If you are interested in any of these items, please call or email the Synod Office to arrange a time to drop by and have a look. 

The Synod Office, 10035 103 St. NW, Edmonton, has acquired several boxes of books from the library of the late Rev. Canon Harry Shell who served as a priest in the Edmonton diocese for more than 30 years. The donated books include a collection of Bibles, as well as several copies of Canon Shell's book An Alberta Pilgrimage...A Worthwhile Journey, the story of his ministry at Christ Church, Mannville; St. Mary's, Ponoka and St. Luke's, Edmonton. If you are interested in perusing the books, please stop by any weekday between 9 am and 4:30 pm. We suggest calling ahead to let us know you are coming: 780-439-7344.

St. Matthias Parish Hall, located in Edmonton’s west end, offers many amenities and conveniences that make it the ideal place for your next reception, corporate function, fundraiser, or family reunion! For more information about our venue, click the link provided below, or email us at rental@stmatthiasedmonton.ca

The July 2023 issue of the Compassionate Alberta newsletter includes a Call to Action for Faith Communities.  Click Here to read the newsletter.

Living Into Mystery: the 4 Spiritual Stages of Mature Adulthood is a one-day workshop led by respected retreat master Richard Groves, whose spiritual formation workshops are offered around the world. This workshop will engage any participant with an invitation to more mature faith development and practical spiritual tools. Join us at Star of the North on Saturday, August 12 from 9:30 am to 4:00 pm. Registration: Online $120 | In-House $150. Register at 780-459-5511 or at www.starofthenorth.ca/mystery   

On August 13 to 20, the Diocese of Athabasca is leading a beginner friendly canoe trip for youth ages 12-20 (grades 7 and up), on the placid waters of the Lower Red Deer River weaving through the Canadian Badlands. Days will be structured around times of prayer, food, camp chores, and paddling. The trip begins just south of Red Deer and finishes in Drumheller. The trip dates accommodate a day of travel on either end. The cost is "pay what you can" at a suggested cost of $250 to cover meals and transportation. For more info, please contact Willi at (780) 691-3708. REGISTRATION

On Eagle’s Wings (OEW), an ecumenical ministry that proclaims Jesus Christ and serves the
Church and individuals in remote and isolated areas of northern Canada, is seeking an Executive Assistant (EA) to support Executive Director the Rev. Lesley Hand. This is a 0.8-time in-office role (4 days per week), working from the Katzman Centre in west Edmonton. Please direct any queries to staff@oneagleswings.ca. 

A person who is relocating to Ontario from Alberta would like to gift to a good home a three-year-old Yamaha GA1 baby grand piano, 151cm by 146cm. The piano is in impeccable condition and is currently in storage in Edmonton. The piano can be moved by the owner's moving company, however, the beneficiary must incur moving costs. If interested, please contact the Synod Office: 780-439-7344 or churched@edmonton.anglican.ca