• Those who are sick, suffering, or in need: Bob, Paul, Rhea, Mitchell, Bjorn, Shirley, Bev, David & Suzanne, Elliott, Elaine
• 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.
• Add a name to 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.

Find Anglican and ecumenical prayer cycles on our website.

Anglican Communion: The Church of the Province of the Indian Ocean

Anglican Church of Canada: Diocese of Kootenay: the Rt. Rev. Lynne McNaughton, Bishop. 

Diocese of Edmonton: St. John the Evangelist, Edmonton

- Blessing Shambare, Rector; Cameron Burns, Assistant Priest

- Regula Brandle, Michael Chase, Fred George, Michael Williamson, Honorary Assistants

- Blake Holt, Pastor for Student Ministries; Abigail Curle, Children and Families Minister. 

Buyé: Gakoni Parish: Abraham Butoyi, Rector

Treaty 6: Louis Bull Tribe

Lutheran-Anglican-Moravian Prayer Cycle:

- ACC: The Rt. Rev. John Watton, Bishop, and the people and clergy of the Diocese of  Central Newfoundland

- ELCIC: The dean, council, and congregations of the Two Rivers, Nith Valley and Niagara  Areas of the Eastern Synod

- TOGETHER: For a growing openness to dialogue and encounter with people of other faith traditions during World Interfaith Harmony Week 

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, February 12 - Examining Chaplains Meeting
• Saturday, February 14 - RAPS (retired clergy and spouses) Lunch
• Sunday, February 15 - St. Augustine's Parkland, Spruce Grove

Bishop Stephen London is pleased to appoint the Rev. Robyn King as Interim Priest in Charge of the parish of St. Luke's, Edmonton, effective February 23, 2026. 

Don't miss your chance to register for Awakening Your Purpose!

Lenten book study exploring a thoughtful, practical, and deeply biblical invitation to rethink how we live as Christians in a consumer-driven world

Christ Church, Edmonton, is hiring a full-time assistant (lay or ordained)

The February issue of The Messenger is now available online

Church Admin Corner: Updating Your Directory

Scroll down for more local and parish events in the "Join In" Section!

THIS IS YOUR FINAL WEEK TO REGISTER! Don't miss this opportunity.

Have you ever wondered about how God is calling you? Are you looking for ways to grow in your Christian life? Is the Holy Spirit nudging you to go deeper? We often hear about 'vocation' in relation to a call to ordained ministry, but it's much bigger than that! This conference is for everyone, whether you are looking for ways to refresh your life of discipleship, beginning to wonder about ordained ministry, or exploring any of the multitude of other ways to follow God more fully.

Register now for the Awakening Your Purpose one-day conference. We'll hear from inspiring lay leaders on how they live their sense of vocation, reflect prayerfully on discernment in the Christian life, and leave with new pathways to explore.

Saturday, Feb. 21, from 9:30 am to 3:30 pm at Good Shepherd, Edmonton (15495 Castle Downs Rd NW). Gather at 9:30 am for coffee, tea, and displays on spiritual and vocational formation opportunities. The program begins at 10.

Download the poster (PDF)

We are to grow up in every way into him who is the head, into Christ, from whom the whole body, joined and held together by every joint with which it is equipped, when each part is working properly, makes the body grow so that it builds itself up in love. (Ephesians 4:15-16)

A is for Activism, B is for Bananas and C is for Creation: These are the opening three chapters of L is for Lifestyle: Christian Living That Doesn’t Cost the Earth. This book is a thoughtful, practical, and deeply biblical invitation to rethink how we live as Christians in a consumer-driven world. The author, Ruth Valerio, explores how small, intentional lifestyle choices—around food, money, possessions, and energy—can become acts of discipleship that honor both our neighbors and the planet.

This Lenten book study is for those looking for meaningful discussion about stewardship, justice, and faithful living. It is also for those who want to live more simply—not out of fear, but out of love for God and creation. Join us at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday, March 10 and Tuesday March 17 on Zoom. Zoom link to follow in the next few weeks. 

This study is sponsored jointly by Holy Trinity, Edmonton, and the 5th Mark of Mission Committee. For more information, contact the Rev. Suzanne Oswald.

Christ Church, Edmonton, is hiring a full-time Lay Pastoral Associate or Assistant Priest. Visit our Ministry Opportunities page for links to both positions. 

The application deadline is Friday, February 27, 2026.

Download the February 2026 issue of The Messenger, a collection of news and stories from the Dioceses of Athabasca and Edmonton.

Click here to receive a print copy of The Messenger or change your subscription address. The Messenger and the Anglican Journal are mailed to subscribers for a suggested donation of $15/year.

The Messenger welcomes story ideas, opinions (Letters to the Editor), and photo submissions relating to news and events of the Dioceses of Athabasca and Edmonton. Written content should be limited to 500 words. Pictures must be high resolution, at least 1 MB (300 dpi), and include the photographer's name and a brief description of the subject matter.

Note: The Messenger is published once a month, except in July and August. Please send submissions for the April 2026 edition to anglicanmessenger@gmail.com by March 2.

When was the last time you updated your church directory?

It is recommended that the parish do directory maintenance every year or second year, as regular maintenance is key with any database. This is not only useful for keeping in touch with members of the parish, but it is also required when submitting the diocesan statistics.

Parishioners often forget to notify the parish of changes to their address, phone number, or email. Asking all members to submit those items annually (even if they have not changed) ensures the directory is kept current. This also allows the parish to easily identify families/individuals they have not heard from in a while, which enables clergy or parish volunteers to know how to reach out.

Please also take this opportunity to review your directory's security and who has access to it. Scammers sometimes pose as a new parishioner to gain access to church directories, or copy personal information that is available publicly. They then use this contact information to send fraudulent requests for money or gift cards.

We can do more together! Please make sure your parish knows about these important Diocese-wide events and initiatives by including them in your bulletin, announcements, calendars, and other channels.

**NEW: for these events in an easy-to-copy Word document for bulletins and slide shows, click here**

For more information and promotional materials, click the bold, underlined text links.

Register now for Awakening Your Purpose, a new Diocese of Edmonton conference on vocation, discernment, and call. Coming February 21. Download the poster.

Bishop Stephen's Lenten Retreat Feb. 27 to March 1 at the Providence Centre. Download the poster.

Sign up to help at the Diocesan Easter Vigil (see below)

All Saints' Cathedral is once again planning a Diocesan Easter Vigil for the evening of Saturday, April 4. They would love to have folks from many parishes participate! If you can help, please contact RJ at the Cathedral.

This section contains events from parishes across the Diocese.

The February Cursillo Ultreya has been cancelled. Please attend the Awakening Your Purpose conference instead!

February 22 - Jesus, Justice and Empire with the Rev. Joash Thomas at Lodgepole Communitas (St. Faith's)

WEEKLY EVENTS (please confirm events directly with parishes)

Daily except Sundays Pray the Daily Offices together on Zoom during Lent (morning and evening)

Sundays at 7 pm Compline from St. Peter's, Edmonton (Facebook)

Wednesdays at 11 am Lectionary Bible Study at Good Shepherd, Edmonton

Fridays at 9 pm Night Prayer Livestream from Good Shepherd, Edmonton

Daily except Sundays at 8 am Morning Prayer at St. Paul's, Edmonton (Zoom)

Daily at 9:15 pm Evening Prayer at St. Paul's, Edmonton (Zoom) 

EDMONTON:

Good Shepherd (15495 Castle Downs Road)

Drop in on February 17 from 4:30 to 6:00 pm for delicious homemade pancakes with all the fixings. The Real Anglican Men Meeting Socially, RAMMS, group is hosting the Shrove Tuesday Pancake Supper. Donations accepted at the door will support outreach activities and youth programs.

St. Augustine of Canterbury (6110 Fulton Rd NW, Edmonton, AB T6A 3T3)

Drop in from 5-7 pm on Tuesday, February 17, for pancakes, ham, homemade compote, and fellowship. $10/person, children 12 & under free.

St. Michael & All Angels (5003 146 Ave NW, Edmonton, AB T5A 4M7)

Tuesday, February 17, from 5:00-6:30 pm in the lower hall. POSTCARD

St. Peter's (11035 127 St, Edmonton, AB T5M 0T3)

St.Peter's Anglican Church is once again partnering with the 26th St.Peter's Scouts Troop to put our annual Shrove Tuesday Pancake Dinner. The 26th Scouts Troop and the St.Peter's congregation welcome everyone who would like to join us for this community event . It will be in the St. Peter's Church Hall from 5 pm to 7 pm on February 17, 2026. Everyone is welcome! If you have any questions please feel free to email us at stpeters.edm@gmail.com.  POSTER

FORT SASKATCHEWAN: St. George (10029 99 Ave, Fort Saskatchewan, AB T8L 1R6)

Tuesday, February 17 from 5 to 7 pm Shrove Tuesday Dinner, accompanied by Fiddle Tunes with Troy Gates & friends. Free dinner - donations are welcome.

SHERWOOD PARK: St. Thomas (4A Raven Drive, Sherwood Park)

Tuesday, February 17 from 5 to 7 pm. Before Lent begins, we feast. Join us for pancakes, laughter, and good company as we flip our way into the season of reflection. Free-will offering! All are welcome! Come hungry! POSTER

Is your church having a pancake supper? Use the contact form at the bottom of the Synod Scene to submit your information.

Ash Wednesday is the first day of Lent, a 40-day season of preparation for Holy Week and Easter. This simple Eucharist service calls us to observe a holy Lent, to enter this sacred season together, and to prepare our hearts through prayer, giving, self-examination, and penitence.

All Saints' Cathedral is holding two Ash Wednesday services, at 12:10 pm and 7:00 pm. All are welcome.

Please also check with your local Anglican Diocese of Edmonton church for other Ash Wednesday services in your area.

Holy God,
our lives are laid open before you:
rescue us from the chaos of sin
and through the death of your Son
bring us healing and make us whole
in Jesus Christ our Lord.
Amen

- A prayer for Lent from Common Worship

Lend your voice to the campaign to protect refugee sponsorship capacity.

Sing with love is a big, noisy, songful show of love and support for Alberta's 2SLGBTQ+ community. The event is a collaborative performance from Edmonton's choral community. The concert is a warm blanket of love and trans solidarity.

Read more and buy tickets (by donation)

Find resources here to support your ministry and parish administration.

To access the links, click the bold, underlined text.

Community Announcement from Emmanuel Seniors Living Society: 

We recently opened a brand-new facility in the Inglewood neighborhood for independent and assisted living options for seniors.  We are a sister location to Emmanuel Home, which has been open for over 50 years in northeast Edmonton. Both locations are locally owned and operated by the Emmanuel Seniors Living Society, a Christian non-profit organization. 

Lighthouse has been open for almost one year. We have vacancies in all suite types, including one bedroom, two bedroom, and two bedroom plus den. Monthly rental rates start at $1675 per month*.  Many suites have in-suite laundry, balconies and two bathrooms.  All residents have access to our library, hair salon, café, optional meal programs, events and activities, fitness equipment and heated underground parking with carwash bay. We also have two guest suites for your out-of-town guests. If you have a seniors group in your congregation, we’d love to host them for lunch and a tour! Private tours are also available anytime by contacting 780.440.8783. POSTER

Hospital Stays and Spiritual Care: If you or your loved one is in hospital and you would like the Anglican Hospital Chaplain to visit you, you will need to give written consent during your hospital stay (the hospital will provide you with the form). Only then will the Anglican Hospital Chaplain receive your information and be able to provide spiritual care. - The Rev. Regula Brandle, Anglican Hospital Chaplain

Arrange an Alongside Hope mapping exercise for your parish, facilitated by the Rev. Helen Chan Bennett.

Retreats and Spiritual Formation programs: The Edmonton area is blessed to have two active retreat centres offering spiritual direction and programs to help you grow in your discipleship of Jesus Christ. Follow the links to explore offerings at the Providence Centre (southwest Edmonton) and Star of the North (St. Albert). 

Grief and dementia support resource for congregations: Sarah Rudd, a Lutheran Diaconal Minister, is available for worship service support, dementia compassionate community presentations, or to share more about a peer support grief program. Please reach out to srudd@alzheimer.ab.ca if you’d like to connect or explore how these resources can bless your congregation’s ministry.

Our Annual Meetings of Parishioners create a wonderful opportunity to talk together about the mission and purpose of our Christian communities as they gather to select leaders and plan for the year ahead. A dedicated time during the AGM to discuss and pray about the mission of the community can be a powerful catalyst for that mission and for drawing the members of the community together around that Christ-centred mission.

Download this "field guide" prepared by the Rev. Nick Trussell, Coordinator for Missional Renewal, for short conversations you can use during your annual meeting to spark missional conversations and help your congregation plan for the future.

Sign up to receive Wild Paths of Peace, a Lenten resource from Alongside Hope:

Wild Paths of Peace, written by Martha Jarvis, explores the unexpected hope of peacemaking at time of conflict in the world and in our personal lives. As the Anglican Communion’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations. Jarvis works to create partnerships between churches and UN teams as they respond to conflict, climate change and forced movement of people. Jarvis has also facilitated church-led peacemaking in South Sudan and Mozambique. Throughout it all, she’s seen nothing that compares to the power of people coming back together after conflict, and ultimately, coming back to faith through Jesus.

This resource will be available for download, or subscribe to receive it as a free daily email message throughout Lent (beginning on Ash Wednesday, February 18, 2026).

Registration for the following courses is NOW OPEN on Huron's website. To find these courses, you need to scroll down past the winter term until you see the Certificate in Pilgrimage Studies (which is offered at a reduced cost, not free, with our subscription). The open courses follow that listing. Make sure you check the course box in the section of the registration form for free tuition under the diocesan subscriptions.

- Church History Part 2: Middle Ages Through the Reformation with Bishop William Cliff, beginning April 30 (Thursday evenings)

- Anglican Theology According to the Thirty-Nine Articles with Dr. Maico Michielin, beginning March 5 (Thursday evenings)

- Congregational Music for the Liturgical Year with Mr. William Lupton, beginning March 10 (Tuesday evenings)

About this program: The Diocese of Edmonton is excited to begin a new partnership with Huron University. In 2026, tuition for courses in the LTh program is covered for members of the Diocese. Study towards a certificate or credential (e.g. Parish Leadership, Theology for Lay Readers, or Foundations in Diaconal Ministry) or learn more about something that interests you.

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Part of what unites us as a family of churches is the support we give one another and our ministries. We can do this by sharing our news and events (e.g., youth gatherings, parish fundraisers, worship services, community outreach, public lectures) here in the Synod Scene, the diocese's weekly e-newsletter. We have created a form to simplify this task. Click on the button below to upload a graphic or picture (horizontal / landscape orientation; 1500x784 px), and your brief news/event information. Submissions must be received by Tuesday at noon for inclusion in the current week's newsletter. Because the Synod Scene is public and posted to the diocesan website every week, please use parish (not personal) contact information in your submissions whenever possible. Have questions? Email communications@edmonton.anglican.ca or call 780-439-7344