• Those who are sick, suffering, or in need: Bob, Paul, Rhea, Mitchell, Jen, Mercedes, Pam, Elliott, Elaine
• Those who have died and those who mourn: Carye (the London family)
• 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.
• Email to 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 Nigeria (Anglican Communion)

Anglican Church of Canada: Diocese of Quebec: the Rt. Rev. Bruce Myers, Bishop.

Diocese of Edmonton:  St. Peter the Apostle, Edmonton: Eric Kregel, Rector.

Buyé:  The retired pastors of Buyé: Osee Niyibizi.

Treaty 6: Cold Lake First Nation. 

Lutheran-Anglican-Moravian Prayer Cycle:

- ACC: The Rt. Rev. Todd Townshend, Bishop, and the clergy and people of the Diocese of Huron.

- ELCIC: The congregations of the Western Manitoba area of the Manitoba-Northwestern Ontario Synod.

- TOGETHER: For our full communion partner churches, The Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA) and the US-based Episcopal Church (TEC)

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:

• Monday, April 20 to Friday, April 24 - National House of Bishops
• Sunday, April 26 - St. Andrew's, Camrose

We do not send emails asking for money, bitcoin, or gift cards. If you receive emails claiming to be from Bishop Stephen, staff, or clergy, especially if they sound urgent, ask for secrecy, or come from an email address you don't recognize, do not respond, do not click links, and do not send money. If you are ever not sure if an email is legitimate, contact the Synod Office.

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

On April 16, Bishop Stephen London welcomed the Rt Rev Dr Malayil Sabu Koshy Cherian, Bishop of the CSI Madhya Kerala Diocese, to the Diocese of Edmonton. 

When it was formed in 1947, the Church of South India brought together four Christian denominations:  Anglican, Congregational, Presbyterian, and Methodist. It is part of the worldwide Anglican Communion. In the Diocese of Edmonton, the CSI Ascension Parish meets at St. Augustine of Canterbury, Edmonton.

Participants in the agreement offer these reflections:

"It was very fitting that, in this week following St. Thomas Sunday, we were able to welcome Bishop Sabu Cherian of the Madhya Kerala Diocese of the Church of South India, together with...

The Diocese of Edmonton is hiring a Children’s Discipleship Animator to work collaboratively across the diocese and to support children’s ministry at both a parish level and a wider diocesan community level. The successful candidate will be passionate about faith formation, attentive to the needs of children and families, and skilled in equipping others for ministry.

This is a part-time (15 hours per week) work-from-home position, with some travel and occasional in-office/in-person meeting requirements. The salary is $25 per hour.

The successful candidate will be required to read the Safe Church Policy, undergo Safe Church training, and provide a Police Check with Vulnerable Sector Search (or equivalent).

For more information about the job and how to apply, please see the job description. The deadline for applications is May 7, 2026, with a desired start date of June 1, 2026.

Does your faith bloom when you walk alongside children and youth in their own spiritual formation? Do you want to be part of a warm and welcoming ministry team? St. George's by the University is hiring a Children and Youth Ministry Assistant, and we'd love to hear from you. You can find more information here: 

JOB POSTING

St. Paul's Anglican Church, Leduc, is seeking a half-time Community Facilitator to work alongside dedicated volunteers to create new connections between St. Paul's and area churches, groups, and non-profits to generate a shared vision for new initiatives. The application deadline is May 22.

Position description

Even though it's not yet time to plant the garden or switch out my snow tires, the summer edition of The Messenger is open on my desktop. I'd love to include some of the summer events happening this year around the Diocese. If your congregation is hosting something in June, July, or August that's open to the public and would be of interest to others, please let me know by Friday, May 1.

Some examples are: prayer and worship events (outside of regular Sunday morning services), summer concerts, camps and Vacation Bible Schools, cultural events, ecumenical gatherings, summer festivals, markets, field trips, etc.

How to submit events: 

Send an email to communications@edmonton.anglican.ca with "Summer Messenger" in the subject line.

Include your parish name, event name, event details (date, time, location, a brief description), and any website links and registration information.

- Stephanie

Red Dress Day 2026, held every May 5th, is a National Day of remembrance and activism honouring the lives of Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women, Girls, and Two-Spirited People (MMIWG2S+). It began with the REDress Project, created by Métis artist Jaime Black in 2010. On this day, red dresses will be draped in trees, hanging from windows, pinned to jackets, worn as earrings and red hands painted across faces. People will be partaking in rallies and ceremonies to honour their loved ones, participating as allies and fighting for justice. - Amnesty International Canada

Attend an event in Edmonton on May 5

Indigenous Ministries Resources on our website

Reading list from the Edmonton Public Library

Resources from the Anglican Church of Canada (scroll down to Truth & Reconciliation)

Liturgical resource for vigils from the Anglican Church of Canada

Call to Remember and Act (2025) from the Acting Primate and National Indigenous Archbishop

Download the April 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 is published once a month, except in July and August. Please send submissions for the June 2026 edition to anglicanmessenger@gmail.com by May 4.

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** (updated March 24)

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

Sign up for the Revive Program and grow in confidence as a spiritual leader.

The Diocese of Edmonton is once again offering the Revive program. Revive is a discipleship program offered in gratitude to active church members to help them grow in confidence as spiritual leaders.  The Revive program reflects our belief that all who are baptised are called to share in the mission of God through their unique ministries.

The 2026 Revive cohort will follow a hybrid model on Tuesday evenings led by the Rev. Andreas Sigrist. You may join in person at St. Matthias (6210 188 St NW, Edmonton, AB T5T 5T4) or online on Tuesday evenings. We are pleased to be offering this program free of charge. 

This section contains events from parishes across the Diocese.

April 24-25 Spring Rummage Sale at Holy Trinity, Edmonton. Donations accepted April 19-22

April 25 Cursillo Ultreya at St. Matthew's, St. Albert

May 1 Service of Induction for the Rev. Dr. Blessing Shambare at St. John the Evangelist, Edmonton

May 1-2 ACW Annual Meeting & Arts District Road Trip

May 14 Ordination at All Saints' Cathedral, Edmonton

May 29-30 Cursillo Mini-Retreat at the Providence Centre

June 20 Cursillo Year-End BBQ at St. Timothy's, Edmonton

September 19 Cursillo Welcome Back Ultreya & Ice Cream Social

November 21 Cursillo Christmas Celebration

WEEKLY EVENTS (please confirm events directly with parishes)

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) 

From Tammy-Jo Mortensen:

There is a deep concern in the community (organ, music, staff, alumni, and veterans) regarding the recently disclosed plan to remove the 1978 Casavant Memorial Organ from Convocation Hall at the University of Alberta. This instrument is not merely a fixture in the room; it is a significant cultural asset, a memorial, and a rare example of Canadian organ‑building history. Its removal would represent a profound and irreversible loss to the University of Alberta and to the broader artistic community.

The Casavant organ holds a unique place in Western Canada’s musical heritage. Designed during the tenure of Gerhard Brunzema as Casavant’s artistic director, it stands as the first and largest mechanical‑action organ of its kind in the region. Its value is not symbolic alone: it remains an active, high‑quality performance, teaching, and research instrument with a replacement cost estimated at approximately three million dollars. Few universities in North America possess an instrument of comparable significance. ...

This massive fabric, yarn, and craft supply sale returns this month.

Saturday, April 25, from 9 am to 3 pm

at Strathearn United Church, 8510 95 Avenue, Edmonton. $2 admission.

All proceeds go to the Stephen Lewis Foundation Grandmothers' Campaign, supporting communities in Africa.

This organization includes the active participation of St. Augustine Anglican and Strathearn United churches. 

From the Leduc Family & Community Support Services

You’re warmly invited to join us for a free community learning session:
Becoming Conscious Allies: An Introduction to Sexual and Gender Diversity and Inclusion, presented by the Fyrefly Institute.

This workshop is open to everyone in the community and is designed to be welcoming and accessible, no matter where you are on your allyship journey. Whether you’re just starting out or continuing to build on what you already know, this session offers a respectful and supportive space to learn together. 

What the session will cover:

• What pronouns are, what they mean, and how to use them respectfully
• Key 2SLGBTQ+ terminology
• The foundations of gender identity, gender expression, and sex assigned at birth
• Common assumptions and myths about the 2SLGBTQIA+ community
• Practical tools and resources for supporting queer and trans people in our communities

This session is about learning, listening, and growing together in a non‑judgmental environment. Everyone is welcome.

Event details:

Date: Tuesday, April 28
Time: 2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Location: Leduc Civic Centre, Lede Room
Register here: Becoming Conscious Allies Workshop Registration

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We are blessed to have the Star of the North Retreat House in St. Albert host clergy retreats, Cursillo weekends, and more. Now you can help this beautiful place continue to offer ministry in the Edmonton area.

You are invited to attend their fundraising dinner on May 21.

Come celebrate with us by attending a Starlight fundraising dinner hosted by the Star of the North Retreat Centre in partnership with the Missionary Associates of Mary Immaculate (M.A.M.I) on May 21.

Our theme for the evening, “Living Mission Through Community,” celebrates two centuries of missionary enthusiasm, faithful service, and Oblate commitment bringing hope, healing, and Good News to the most abandoned.

As part of this anniversary, and guided by our motto “Renewing our Spirits – Transforming our World,” the Star is renewing our mission and vision for the future.

Find resources here to support your ministry and parish administration.

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

Churches Now Hiring: Immanuel, Wetaskiwin (Rector - apply by April 30). See our Ministry Opportunities page for more information.

Easter Video Series from St. George's College Jerusalem

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.

Registration and more information for these courses are available on Huron's website. 

NOW OPEN FOR REGISTRATION:

- NEW COURSE: The Theology of AI: God, the Machine, and Everything in Between with Dr. Erin Green, beginning June 13

- Certificate in Pilgrimage Studies (offered at a reduced cost, not free, with our subscription). Make sure you check the course box in the section of the registration form for discounted tuition under the diocesan subscriptions.

- Jesus and Paul: The Gospel's Power in a Roman Empire with Dr. Jeff Crittenden, beginning April 11 (Saturdays) - FULL

- Certificate in Parish Administration and Leadership (three Saturdays: April 11, May 9, June 13) - FULL

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. 

We would love to connect with 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