• Those who are sick, suffering, or in need: Tracy Lee; Joanne; Bob, Rhea, Mitchell, Jen, Megan; Tracy; Jordan; 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.

During the 69th Synod Opening Eucharist, Bishop Stephen London told members of the Diocese of Edmonton "We are not alone" in facing the past, present and future challenges of the Anglican Church of Canada.

"While the charge is specific to the challenges in this Diocese," Bishop Stephen London says, "my main point is that in this time of shared challenge, our Mainline churches have an articulation of the Good News of Jesus that is faithful, generous, inclusive and beautiful."

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 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

Throughout the 69th Synod of the Diocese of Edmonton, held October 18 and 19, the more than 170 friends who gathered as one in the name of Jesus Christ were encouraged to listen to what the Holy Spirit might be saying to the church.

The Synod, a bi-annual gathering of elected parish representatives, clergy, diocesan officers, Synod Office staff, ecumenical partners and guests, was orchestrated as an act of worship. There were many worshipful reminders to draw participants closer together around the Gospel.

Cathedral music director Jeremy Spurgeon introduced the Synod Song “Take, O Take Me as I Am,” by John L. Bell, and this music, played by the worship team at St. Matthias, was sung at various times on Saturday to people back together.

As people registered, they were invited to take in displays by various ministries in the diocese and contribute to the Diocesan Art Project by colouring sections of a mosaic depicting the theme of “Hearts Burning Within Us,” taken from the Gospel of Luke 24:13-35, the Road to Emmaus.

The Very Rev. Alex Meek, Dean of Edmonton; and the Rev. Canon Scott Sharman, Canon to the Ordinary, Executive Officer; graciously received a cheque for $90,000 from Benefact Trust to help support the Anglican Diocese of Edmonton and St. Mary’s and St. George’s, Jasper Parish in their wildfire recovery work with community service partners. Pictured with Alex and Scott are Jacinta Whyte (left), General Manager and Chief Agent, Ecclesiastical Canada and Deputy Group Chief Executive, Benefact Group; Mark Hews (right), Group Chief Executive, Benefact Group.

Did you know the diocesan website has all kinds of resources for parishes? This is true, and we have recently added the resource of all resources: the Parish Administration Overview. This handbook, available to download as a PDF or WORD doc, is packed with useful information. Have a question about parish record keeping, website design or service preparation? You can find this information and so much more in the overview. If you stumbled across this item in the Synod Scene, please share this knowledge with other members of your parish community by word of mouth, in your parish bulletin and announcements, at your next AGM ...

The Jasper Anglican Church folks are in need of the blue Common Praise hymn books. If you have about 10 to spare, please contact the Synod Office: 780-439-7344; churched@edmonton.anglican.ca and we will pass along the message. Thank you!

Since we featured the Rev. Eric Kregel's book A Town for All Seasons in the July 24th edition of the Synod Scene, people have asked about ordering a copy. We are happy to let you that the books have arrived at the Synod Office. Copies can be reserved by contacting RJ Chambers at: churched@edmonton.anglican.ca or (780) 439-7344. The books are available for pick-up during office hours. A cash payment of $30 per book will be accepted on-site. If you would like to pay by cheque or e-transfer, please get in touch with RJ and he will provide the payee information.

Members of the Primate’s World Relief and Development Fund (PWRDF) have chosen a new name.

During a Special Members meeting, "Alongside Hope" was selected as a “compelling name” that both “honours the PWRDF’s history as the Anglican Church of Canada’s agency for international development and humanitarian response and will sustain the agency’s work into the future.”

All are invited to the KAIROS Prairies North fall regional gathering, Grounding the Future: Spiritual resources for responding to climate change, on Saturday, October 26, at St. Luke’s Anglican Church, 8424 – 95 Ave NW, Edmonton. Coffee and refreshments will be served at 9:30 am, and the day will begin at 10 a.m. and run until 4 pm. 

Climate change is a spiritual crisis rooted in fear and greed. Individual actions like recycling and biking are important responses, but they aren’t enough. Political and collective decisions are required, but they will always be thwarted unless people’s hearts and values are also involved. What spiritual postures can we adopt that can ground both our personal actions and our collective decisions? REGISTER

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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Join the Rev. Helen Chan Bennett at the Neighbourhood Coffee House, 6110 Fulton Road, Edmonton, every Wednesday evening at 7 pm, starting November 1, to discuss the meaning of life. This will be a welcoming space to explore, reflect and ask questions about life and death. Whether you are an Atheist, religious, or of any Orientation or Belief… we all die, so we have common ground. Come join us! Please share this FLIER with your parish community.

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

Following a strikingly successful bowling night (from Bishop Stephen London's perspective), the Rev. Danielle Key invites all young people of the Edmonton diocese and their friends to Games Night on November 2, at Holy Trinity Anglican Church (corner of 101 St and 84 Ave, Edmonton). Send a quick email to Danielle@holytrinity.ab.ca to let us know you are coming. Bring your favourite games and we will provide the hospitality! Feel free to share the image and invite your friends!

Passionate about God’s call to act justly and love mercy?
 Saddened by the injustice you see around you?
 Frustrated that nothing ever seems to change? The Social Justice Committee of the Edmonton diocese is holding a Social Justice Day for young people, aged 13 to 30, 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. Please share this info with your parish community: POSTER / POSTCARD  REGISTER

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

St. Matthew’s Anglican Church presents Christmas Then, Christmas Now, a poignant reflection on what Christmas "used to be" and what it has become. This production, a poem written by the late Margaret Lumley and set to music. features a Canadian rendition of "The Twelve Days of Christmas" and Kenny Rogers’ "Til the Season Comes Round Again." It is sure to put you and your loved ones in the holiday spirit on the eve of Advent 1, November 30, at 7 pm. Tickets, $10/person, can be purchased/reserved by emailing stmattscommunication@gmail.com. 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. POSTER

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.

Last week was slower for donations. However, we have almost reached 150 — our all-time best. We are a couple of weeks away from another long weekend (donations drop significantly on long weekends), so please keep giving. To book a life-giving 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.

Level 1 of the Catechesis of the Good Shepherd program, for children ages 3 to 5, is being offered this fall at St. Matthew’s Anglican Church, 125 Larose Drive, St. Albert.

This program gives kids an opportunity to learn about the Good Shepherd’s personal and unconditional love for each of us. It provides a foundation while continuing to guide children as they get older through the Good News of the New Testament by following the life of Jesus through a selection of parables.

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.

How does it feel to be listened to? What does it mean to listen with the ears of the heart? Learn about the art of holy listening and the ministry of spiritual direction -– a relationship that encourages listening for the direction of the spirit in one’s life. Curious? Join us at Providence Renewal Centre on Tuesday, October 29, from 7 – 8:30 pm, for an evening of exploration and informal discussion. View list of Spiritual Directors rostered at Providence Renewal Centre There is no cost for this event, however, registration is required. 

The Carrot Friday Nite Live presents Songs of War and Peace with Tim Chesterton and  Bill Werthmann on November 8, 7 pm, at the Carrot Community Arts Coffee House, 9351 118 AVE NW, Edmonton. Join us for an evening of heartfelt songs performed by Bill who blends well-chosen covers with original songs, and Tim who brings traditional folk melodies and his own compositions to the stage. Don't miss this memorable night of music and storytelling! Tickets, $10 (kids are free admission), can be purchased ONLINE and at the door.

The Da Camera Singers open their season on Sunday, November 10, 3 pm, at First Presbyterian Church, 10025 105 St NW, Edmonton, with one of the most beloved masterworks in the choral canon, Gabriel Fauré’s Requiem, alongside Howard Goodall’s deeply moving Eternal Light: A Requiem. With guests Jolaine Kerley (soprano), Roderick Bryce (baritone), Marnie Giesbrecht (organ) and Jacquie McNulty (harp), we honour Remembrance Day and offer solace to those who grieve. POSTER

The Star of the North Retreat House in St. Albert seeks to hire two part-time housekeepers:  a Lead Housekeeper for 24 to 30 hours weekly; and a Housekeeper for 16 hours weekly.  To apply, email your application, indicating in the subject heading which of the two housekeeping positions you are applying for, Lead Housekeeper or Housekeeper, to director@starofthenorth.ca We appreciate your interest but only those who are short-listed will be contacted. Job Profile