• Those who are sick, suffering, or in need: Sandy.
• 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 to include someone's name 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:

• Thursday, June 19 – Episcope Circle Meeting
• Thursday, June 19 – Executive Council Meeting, All Saints’ Cathedral, 7 pm
• Sunday, June 22 to Monday, June 30 – General Synod in London, Ontario
• Sunday, July 6 - St. Margaret's, Edmonton, 10 am

In the light of inclusion, (part of our baptismal vows of respecting the dignity of every human being, and a priority of A Way Through the Wilderness workplan), a small group of people from several parishes and ministries of the Edmonton diocese gathered at St. Luke’s Anglican Church on Saturday morning, June 14, for The Pronouns Workshop.

The Pronouns Workshop, the first of its kind in the diocese, is “part of several things we're doing this year to celebrate pride and to continue our commitment to the public, intentional and explicit affirmation of 2SLGBTQ+ Anglicans and others in our community,” said the Ven. Jordan Haynie Ware, Archdeacon for Justice.

The Queerly Beloved group, a subcommittee of the Social Justice Committee, is also gearing up to march in the Edmonton Pride Parade on August 23.

“We would love to have it be as big a group as possible. And so please do make sure that you save that date,” she said.


As we draw nearer to the National Indigenous Day of Prayer, commemorated on June 21, we invite you to explore the Indigenous Ministries resource section of the diocesan website.

Collect of the Day

Creator God,
from you every family in heaven and earth takes its name.
You have rooted and grounded us
in your covenant love,
and empowered us by your Spirit
to speak the truth in love,
and to walk in your way towards justice and wholeness.
Mercifully grant that your people,
journeying together in partnership,
may be strengthened and guided
to help one another to grow into the full stature  of Christ,
who is our light and our life. Amen

Building a new website or updating your website this summer? For most of us, the internet is an integral part of daily life. A functional website is an important tool for a parish. A simple website with service times and contact information is essential for an effective parish communication strategy.

Fortunately, it has never been easier to build and maintain a website. Many people still believe that some coding experience is required, but many online web-building tools only require text entry (no coding at all!!).

The Say Yes! to Kids 2025 campaign, featuring the Diocesan Children's Choir and Good Shepherd, Edmonton, is raising funds to give the gift of music and reading to young people, helping ensure they can continue to bless others with their gifts.

Do you know that part of Alongside Hope's (formerly PWRDF) work is fostering healthy communities through a Resilience Fund, established in response to the US government's discontinuation of USAID? A generous donor had pledged a $250,000 matching gift to the Resiliency Fund.

Alongside Hope needs to raise $42,000 by June 30 to unlock the matching grant. Your support will be doubled to help refugees in Tanzania, malnourished children in Burundi and survivors of gender-based violence in Uganda.

Help Alongside Hope reach the finish line—give now or share this bulletin insert with your parish. Thank you for making a difference in the lives of our neighbours around the world.  

The 2026 Canadian Church Calendar is now available for purchase from the Anglican Church of Canada eStore — marking the 120th anniversary of this long-standing resource. For those joining General Synod later this month in London, copies will also be available at the Anglican Church of Canada eStore booth. 

Submissions of Canadian churches are also being accepted for the 2027 calendar. Note that the deadline is earlier than usual this year: November 1, 2025. Submission guidelines and details are available at anglican.ca/about/calendar/submit-photos. POSTER

All Saints' Cathedral and Temple Beth Ora invite you to the interfaith event Walking Together - prayer, ritual and walking in celebration of the North Saskatchewan River and Summer Solstice. The 5.8-km round-trip walk (a bit longer than typical) will begin at Emily Murphy Park on Sunday, June 22, at 1 pm. We plan to take our time and have a mid-point break at the edge of the river. Bring a snack, water, good shoes and a hat! RSVP and More INFO
 

 
 

Alongside Hope Alberta (Athabasca, Calgary, Edmonton) diocesan reps invite you to their joint meeting, an opportunity to meet the Alberta diocesan and parish reps, ask questions and learn more about Alongside Hope. The gathering will be offered on Zoom, on Monday, June 23, 7 pm. Everyone is welcome to join. Let’s go, Alongside Hope Alberta! The Zoom link is https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87322209129

The funeral service for the Rev. Dr. Joyce Mellor will be held on June 28, 1 pm, at St. Luke’s, 8424 95 Ave, Edmonton.

The Anglican parish of Christ Church, 12116 102 Ave NW, Edmonton, is thrilled to host Vacation Bible School from July 21 to 25, 9 am to 12 pm. Led by our dedicated team of adult and student volunteers, under the guidance of our Children’s Minister Karianne Rillera, True North is designed for children from kindergarten to grade 6. This fun-filled week of learning will not only deepen their understanding of faith but also help them build lasting friendships and a strong sense of community. Email admin@christchurchedm.ca to register.

Good Shepherd, 15495 Castledowns Rd, Edmonton, invites families to the intergenerational VBS Operation Restoration, where all ages will learn how to mend God’s world. Everyone will discover simple ways to live out their faith in daily life. This year, we’re exploring how to learn to feed, heal, forgive, pray, and rest every Thursday from July 31 to August 28.

You are invited to march with the Anglican Queerly Beloved team in the Edmonton Pride Parade on Saturday, August 23. The parade will take place from 1 to 4 pm in downtown Edmonton, starting at Churchill Square and will loop around downtown and end at the Fan Park, 10104 104 Ave NW.

Wear your colours in support of 2SLQBTQ+ people and invite your friends and family to do the same. This event is free and open to everyone. All ages welcome. For more info, email Derek Ware, or the Rev. Mark Vigrass.

KAIROS invites you to Learn about our treaty obligations and see, first-hand, how the wound of residential schools can be transformed. Decolonizing Ourselves: Residential School Tour and Our Future in Treaty is a free event (including lunch) to be held on September 6, 10:30 am to 4:30 pm, at University nuhelot’įne thaiyots’į nistameyimâkanak Blue Quills on Treaty 6 Territory near St. Paul (transportation available). PRE-REGISTRATION LINK 

Retired Anglican priest the Rev. Tim Chesterton is excited to take Christian Basics, a short course about the central Gospel message, on the road. He is offering this opportunity to every parish in the diocese. 

*Note that Tim currently has the following booking for Christian Basics this fall. Please get in touch with St. George's, Fort Saskatchewan, directly to reserve your place on the course. NB: Course registration is required.

• September 23 and 30, October 7 and 14: St. George's, 10029–99 Ave, Fort Saskatchewan, (780) 998-3620; parishstgeorges@gmail.com

KAIROS invites you to Learn about our treaty obligations and see, first-hand, how the wound of Residential Schools can be transformed. Decolonizing Ourselves: Residential School Tour and Our Future in Treaty is a free event (including lunch) to be held on September 6, 10:30 am to 4:30 pm, at University nuhelot’įne thaiyots’į nistameyimâkanak Blue Quills on Treaty 6 Territory near St. Paul (transportation available). PRE-REGISTRATION LINK 

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 Anglican Healing Fund for Japanese Canadians (AHFJC) was established in 2021 by the Anglican Church of Canada for survivors of abuse by former Anglican priest Gordon Goichi Nakayama, who abused an estimated 300 boys from the 1930s to the 1990s. Three healing streams now provide confidential mental health counselling and education grants in support of survivors, survivors’ families and communities. Copies of informational brochures and booklets are available at the Synod Office. For confidential help or any other details, contact Wendy Matsubuchi, Facilitator/Project Manager: jcworkinggroup@gmail.com / 778-836-8250 or visit the website.

Does your church need funding to partner with a local organization to help meet a need in your community? The Anglican Foundation of Canada’s 2025 Request for Proposals will focus on supporting projects that foster collaboration between Anglican churches and external community partners. Grants of up to $15,000 will be available this fall for both local and regional initiatives that build stronger communities through shared mission and ministry. Learn more now!