• Those who are sick, suffering, or in need: Jordan; Brian; Karen, Lynn; Paul.
• Jasper residents and members of St. Mary's and St. George's church displaced by wildfire from their homes and church.
• Those who have died; and those who mourn.
• Those affected by conflict or natural disasters around the world.
• 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 at the end of those two weeks.
• Students and educators starting a new school year this month.

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. God-willing, Bishop Stephen will attend the following public events, meetings and services:

• October 4: ACPO Eucharist, 10:30 am
• October 6, Evensong and Cathedral Renewal Blessing, All Saints', 7 pm
• October 8: Clericus Day
• October 9, Induction of the Rev. Christian Gordon, St. Patrick's, Edmonton, 7 pm
• October 13: Remembrance Service, Jasper, 10 am
• October 18 and 19: 69th Synod of the Diocese of Edmonton
• October 21 to 25: House of Bishops
• October 26: Common Word Alberta Christian-Muslim Dialogue, Al Rashid Mosque
• October 26: Ultreya, St. Timothy's, Edmonton, 5 pm

The Rev. Myron Penner has resigned as rector of St. Paul's Anglican Church, Edmonton. His last Sunday in the parish will be November 24, 2024. He has accepted a position elsewhere in the "Worldwide Anglican Communion of Churches," but has not publicly shared the location. We are thankful for Myron's and Jodi's ministry in the Edmonton diocese and wish them well.

In his letter to St. Paul's parish, Myron writes: "...Your love and generosity for us and our family has been humbling and beautiful. Being your Rector has been a joy and a gift and Jodi and I count ourselves blessed to have been here among you. You have been Christ to us and we always will treasure our time with you and the relationships we have made here for the rest of our lives..."

For the first time since joining the Partners for Life program, Team Anglican has reached its annual blood and plasma donation goal in the fall! Our goal this year is 130 donations, and as of October 8, we are at 138 donations. This is truly something to be thankful for. Let's smash our goal by continuing to give. You can book a life-giving appointment by calling 1-888-236-6283 or visiting 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.

The community garden started by St. David's, Edmonton Sunday School several years ago was featured on the October 1 edition of the CTV Edmonton Morning Live show. Each fall, produce left in the garden is harvested by parishioners and donated to Edmonton's Food Bank. The two-minute segment begins just after the weather report at 1:37:10.  You can read about the July 2020 blessing of St. David's Community Garden HERE.

Bishop Stephen London invites St. Mary's and St. George's Anglican Parish and Jasper community members to join him for a remembrance service at the corner of Miette Avenue and Geike Street in Jasper on Sunday, October 13 at 10 am.

People are welcome to join a prayer circle located outside the fenced-off property near the church sign which was spared when a wildfire burned down 358 structures (homes and businesses). The July fire consumed nearly everything on the church property, including the church, hall, rectory, and even the bell.

You cause the grass to grow for the cattle,
   and plants for people to use,
to bring forth food from the earth,
   and wine to gladden the human heart,
oil to make the face shine,
   and bread to strengthen the human heart.
Psalm 104:1-13

A member of First Lutheran Church in east Vancouver is organizing a benefit concert for the Anglican Parish of St. Mary’s and St. George’s, Jasper and the Jasper Community Team Society (Jasper Fire: Caring Community Fund).

When Claire Landry heard that wildfire had consumed more than 350 homes, businesses and several churches in Jasper last July, the news “hit close to home.”

Although Landry now lives in Vancouver, she was a resident of Jasper, from 1982 to 87, and made lifelong friends in the community.

If you receive an email from someone claiming to be the Bishop, always verify that the email address is bishop@edmonton.anglican.ca. If the address is slightly different, an imposter has sent the message. The bishop will not email you asking you to send money. If you receive an email like this, please delete it. 

All are invited to the induction of the Rev. Christian Gordon as the rector of St. Patrick’s,  on Wednesday, October 9, at 7 pm.

The 33rd Ecumenical Mission Of Strathcona County, Taking Flight: the Holy Spirit and the Christian Life, will take place from October 20 to 23. Join guest presenter Rev. Dr. Rob Fennell, an ordained minister of The United Church of Canada and Associate Professor of Historical and Systematic Theology at Atlantic School of Theology in Halifax, NS, at various Christian churches. St. Thomas Anglican Church, 4A Raven Dr, Sherwood Park, will host the ecumenical mission on Tuesday, October 2, at 7 pm. POSTER

If you have not experienced the Huge Fall Rummage at Holy Trinity Anglican Church (corner of 101 St and 84 Ave NW, Edmonton), a tradition in Old Strathcona for more than 50 years, here is your chance. The two-day Fall Sale will be held Friday, October 25, from 3 to 8:30 pm, and Saturday, October 26, from 10 am to 3 pm. You are guaranteed bargains, refreshments and free admission!  POSTER

*Donations will be accepted from Sunday, October 20 until Wednesday, October 23, at noon. Thank you!

Organist Jeremy Spurgeon in Concert, Saturday, October 26, 3:00 pm. Please join All Saints' Cathedral, 10035 103 St NW, Edmonton, for an afternoon of organ music with Edmonton’s own Jeremy Spurgeon. Free admission. All are welcome to attend.

Are you searching for God's (Allah's) presence in the challenges of today's world? Join A Common Word Alberta for a meaningful Christian-Muslim dialogue, drawing lessons from the story of Prophet Jonah (Younis).

Come together on October 26, 2024, from 1:30 pm to 4:30 pm, at the Al Rashid Mosque, for an inspiring discussion and spiritual insights.
For more information, contact the Rev. Rob Key @ rob@holytrinity.ab.ca

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George Brant (Father Harry), a retired Anglican priest who for the last several years made his home at Canterbury Foundation in Edmonton, has died at 103 years old. The memorial service for Harry Brant will be held at All Saints’ Cathedral on Saturday, November 2, 2024, at 10 am.

You can read about Fr. Harry’s ministry career, spanning the countries of Canada, the U.S., Mexico, El Salvador, Poland, China and Cuba, in the Summer 2021 Messenger.

Holy Trinity Anglican Lutheran Church, Edson is holding a Christmas Bazaar at the Galloway Museum on Saturday, November 2, from 11 am until 3 pm. The bazaar will feature baking, crafts, white elephants and a silent auction. Come to shop and stay for lunch! POSTER

The Social Justice Committee of the Edmonton diocese is holding a Youth Day Social Justice Day on November 16 at St. John the Evangelist, 11111 57 Ave NW, Edmonton, from noon to 6 pm. This is a day for young people of every faith and those seeking to learn more about how our Christian faith compels us to transform the unjust structures of society. 

Amorim Rufino Studio presents Back to Bach on November 16, 5 pm, at St. Paul's Anglican Church, 10127 145 St. NW, Edmonton. Details to come! POSTER

We are happy to share news and pictures, or help promote upcoming events (ie. youth gathering, parish fundraiser, worship service, community outreach, public lecture) 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 news and event . Upload a graphic or picture (horizontal / landscape orientation; 1500x784 px), and your event poster (if you have one). Submissions must be received by Tuesday at noon to guarantee their inclusion in the current week's newsletter. Have questions? Email Margaret Glidden, communications@edmonton.anglican.ca; or call 780-439-7344

The Bishop of Edmonton invites applications for the position of Incumbent of Dayspring Ministries – this is a full-time position that supports the ministry of three rural parishes in the Diocese of Edmonton.

Dayspring Ministries is a shared ministry of St. Saviour’s, Vermilion, St. Thomas’, Wainwright and St. Mary’s, Edgerton led by one full-time priest and several lay leaders from the three parishes. The origin of Dayspring is rooted in the need to ensure the continuation of ministry in rural areas.

Inner City Pastoral Ministries (ICPM) is helping people living outdoors access warm footwear this winter. Boot Up for Winter is an opportunity for you and your congregation to show care and kindness to our community members needing a helping hand.

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The PrayerWorks community meal program is looking for 4 to 6 volunteers on the following Fridays to prepare a meal for 150 people: October 18, November 8, and December 13. Meal preparation takes place from 12 to 4 pm at Lodgepole Alberta Avenue (St. Faith's Anglican). To volunteer or to make a donation, please get in touch with Sarah Nicolai-deKoning at prayerworks@lodgepolecommunitas.ca; phone/text to 780-289-5730, or check out the Lodgepole website.

Cold and flu season is upon us, and COVID persists in all its variations. As we spend more time indoors, it is becoming more difficult to contain germs and protect vulnerable members of our communities. Please remember that a minor infection for one person can develop into a major sickness for someone else. If you are feeling unwell (ie. have a cough, runny nose, sore throat, chest congestion, fever...), please stay home.

The Edmonton Taize community is holding a Prayer of Thanksgiving on October 13, 7 pm, at Holyrood Mennonite Church, 9505-79 St NW. All are welcome to attend! POSTER

The Edmonton Grandmothers and Eastside Grannies present the Shakers and Makers Market, on Saturday, October 19, from 9:30 am to 3 pm, at Southminster-Steinhauer United Church, 10740 19 Ave, Edmonton. There will be refreshments available for purchase. Admission is $2. POSTER