• Those who are sick, suffering, or in need: Deirdre, Alana, Garth; Ken, Edna, Faye, Bjorn, Paul; Vern; Chuck; Doug; Jordan; Keith; Iris.
• 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.

Please pray for Bishop Stephen London 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 meetings, events and services:

• Saturday, February 22: Cursillo Commissioning Service (afternoon) and Clergy Potluck (evening)
• Sunday, February 23: Celebration of Ministry for the Rev. Hugh Matheson, Immanuel, Wetaskiwin, 10 am 
• Thursday, February 27: Our Sacred Obligations Event, Southminster-Steinhauer United Church, Edmonton, 10 am
• Thursday, February 27: Executive Council Meeting, All Saints' Cathedral, 7 pm
• Saturday, March 1: RAPS Luncheon, Holy Trinity, Edmonton, 11:30 am
• Sunday, March 2: Morning Service at St. Mary, Vegreville
• Sunday, March 9: Induction for Christa Eisbrenner, St. Mary, Ponoka, 10 am
• March 10-16: Bishop Steve away for his reading week

Retired Anglican priest the Rev. Tim Chesterton is excited to take Christian Basics, a short course about the central Gospel message, on the road. Chesterton is offering this opportunity to every parish in the diocese. For parishes outside the greater Edmonton area, the course will be offered on a weekend (Friday evening plus Saturday morning and afternoon). For parishes in Edmonton and its satellite communities, it can also be presented as four evening sessions over four weeks.

There is no charge for the course, but Chesterton asks that his travel costs be reimbursed at the diocesan rate. Also, he will need an estimate of how many people will be attending the course, as this makes a difference to the presentation style.

The sky is the limit when it comes to fundraising opportunities for your parish!

When considering fundraising activities, take a close look at the makeup of your parish or the community to determine if the fundraising activity aligns with the needs of that community. For example, a spaghetti and meatball supper might be great in some cases but if half of your parish is gluten free and/or vegetarian, this might not be a good fit. Or, holding a bedding plant sale in a community where most parishioners live in apartments might not be successful. Something may have worked extremely well for one parish that will completely flop in another.

Also, when considering fundraising activities, ensure you know what is and is not tax receiptable. Parishes that incorrectly receipt could face significant penalties, including the loss of their charitable status.

Note: Raffles require a specific license available through AGLC. Additionally, the Diocese may restrict certain gaming activities – such as raffles. If wanting to run a raffle, please check in with the Diocese prior to advertising.

Registration for the Anglican Foundation of Canada’s (AFC) 5th annual Say Yes! to Kids (SYTK) campaign is now open. The 2025 campaign will launch on Tuesday, April 22 and close on Monday, June 30. All parishes, dioceses and organizations seeking to partner with AFC are asked to register by April 1.

Please join Cursillo and Bishop Steve on Saturday, February 22 at 2:00 pm for the Secretariat Commissioning service. This service will be held at St. Thomas Anglican Church in Sherwood Park (4 Raven Drive).

After the Commissioning Service, there will be a fellowship time with snacks and drinks. Please bring finger foods to share; drinks will be provided.

Our Sacred Responsibilities: learning from the Unmarked Burials report and challenging settler denial.

Together we will learn about the recent report on unmarked burials; explore what reparations means; learn about the problem of settler denialism; and practice together how to challenge it. 

Bishop Steve London will be attending this event and all are welcome to attend. Please click here to register. Registration is free but required, to plan for meals. 

The location and other details: Location is Southminster-Stenihauer United Church (10740 19 Avenue NW). 9:30AM gathering and coffee; program begins at 10:00AM; finishing no later than 4:00PM. 

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

Beautiful Sorrento Centre, B.C., is gearing up for a busy summer! The centre is recruiting a dynamic group of young people, ages 16 to 25, to help make this "summer at Sorrento" experience extraordinary. They seek enthusiastic, energetic and motivated individuals for a transformative summer work experience filled with fun, learning, growth and community. Please share the promotional materials with your parish community. Find more information about the job opportunities HERE.

Pray the Daily Offices together online, except on Sundays, using the orders in the Book of Common Prayer (BCP) and the Book of Alternative Services (BAS). We are open to using other resources. If praying the Daily Offices, whether you've done it before or not, interests you, please get in touch with Mr. Brad Lindseth CD at brad.lindseth@gmail.com or 780-903-1484 for details and to sign up.

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.

Rabbi Dr. Laura Duhan-Kaplan, Director of Inter-Religious Studies at the Vancouver School of Theology, is giving a public lecture on "Interfaith Outreach for Polarized Times." Rabbi Laura will name some of the divisive issues of our time and share a model of interfaith outreach for working across these divides on Friday, February 21 from 7:00-8:30 pm. Early Registration (by February 1): $25. Register at 780-459-5511 or at www.starofthenorth.ca/interfaith