Anglican diocese of edmonton

65th Synod

Friday, September 29, 2017 All Saints’ Anglican Cathedral (10035 – 103 Street)Registration at 5:00 pm; Opening Service at 7:00....

Base Camp 2017!

Thanks for your prayers and support for this year's Base Camp! 17 campers and 10 staff played games, did crafts, climbed, hiked,...

Lay readers in training find out: what makes a good preacher? 

15 people gathered round the table in the synod offices board room on July 11. They came from a wide variety of personal and career...

Parishes Share Wisdom around Global Justice Roundtable

On Saturday, July 8, representatives from St. Margaret’s, St. David’s, St. John’s and St. Paul’s met at St. John the Evangelist Church...

2018 Church Calendars!

Good news about 2018 church calendars!   The liturgical colours are back. The pictures are more varied and artistic. Edmonton...

Bishop Appoints Indigenous Ministry Archdeacon and Canon Theologian

During the opening service of the 65th Synod of the Diocese of Edmonton, September 29, 2017 at 7:00 pm, Bishop Jane Alexander will...

65th Synod Opening Service

During the opening service of the 65th Synod of the Diocese of Edmonton, September 29, 2017 at 7:00 pm, Bishop Jane Alexander will...

St. Saviour's Celebrates Baptism and Confirmation

St. Saviour’s, Vermilion celebrated three confirmations and a baptism on Sunday, August 20, 2017. Pictured (from left) are: confirmands...

Bleeding Heart Ministry Opens Doors to New Art Space

Bleeding Heart Art Space, a growing ministry of the Edmonton diocese, has moved to a new home. When the lease expired on the Alberta...

Bleeding Heart Art Space Grand Re-opening

Bleeding Heart Art Space, a growing ministry of the Edmonton diocese, has moved to a new home. When the lease expired on the Alberta...

St. Margaret's Hosts Kids Kapers Summer Camp

From July 31 to August 4, St. Margaret’s, in partnership with Crosslife Church, hosted their first full-day Kids Kapers summer camp for...

Lay Reader Training in Final Stretch

Saturday, August 26 saw 15 new and continuing lay readers gathered at All Saints' Cathedral in Edmonton for the final session of...

Anglican Student Ministry a Presence on/off Campus

Anglican Student Ministries is ready to encourage and support university and college students through another year of studies. The...

Pioneer Memorial

On September 20, 2017, we will be holding a Memorial Service for the Rev. Seymour Dallas who, after serving in the Barrhead area for 5...

Team Jesus Spruces Up Yellowhead

The Mission of St. Saviour in Wabamun did their annual highway clean-up on September 10, 2017. Nine members of Team Jesus had lunch...

Why the Reformation Still Matters

At this presentation marking the 500th Anniversary of the Reformation, join Dr. Brad  S. Gregory, Dorothy G. Griffin Professor of Early...

Growing Together in Unity and Mission

Join Roman Catholic Archbishop the Most Rev. Donald Bolen of the Regina Archdiocese for afternoon tea and his presentation "Dialogue...

Edmonton Cursillo Ultreya

Everyone is welcome to attend the Edmonton Cursillo Ultreya. There will be a short AGM followed by an address on Spiritual Direction,...

EfM Registration Deadline Extended!

The new EfM group, previously announced for Wednesdays, expects to be meeting on Thursdays, 6:30 PM at St. Augustine of Canterbury....

Reformation Anniversary Common Prayer Service

In the spirit of ecumenism and to commemorate the 500th Anniversary of the Reformation, the Evangelical Lutheran Church in Canada, the...

Holy Cross Day Ordination

Before a Holy Cross Day congregation of 350 supporters and colleagues, friends and family members, 10 people were ordained for ministry...

Lay Ministers' Commissioning Service

A beautiful service of Evening Prayer recognizing the discipleship of lay leaders from parishes throughout the Edmonton diocese (see...

Red Dress Memorial

Once again this year, All Saints’ Anglican Cathedral will hold a service of mourning and remembrance for the missing and murdered...

Lunch and Learn with Fr. Michael Lapsley

In case you missed Fr. Michael Lapsley at Synod, please join us after church for a discussion with Father Michael Lapsley is an...

Bishop Jane Alexander honoured at U of A Alumni Awards

On the evening of September 25th Edmonton Bishop Jane Alexander, one of 21 “every day heroes who refuse to look away from the...

Diocese Hosts African Delegation

On behalf of the Edmonton diocese, Bishop Jane Alexander and Executive Archdeacon Alan Perry welcomed members of the Council of...

Kairos Blanket Exercise

St. Thomas is hosting a KAIROS Blanket Exercise on October 14. This is a transformative group learning tool that explores the history...

Buye and Edmonton Dioceses Help Families in Need

Our brother in Christ the Rev. Dominique Ciza, Buyé diocesan secretary, shared some wonderful news in a recent email to diocesan...

Welcome Back Fr. Michael Lapsley!

Our guest speaker for the 65th Synod has arrived! Fr. Michael Lapsley, Director of the Institute for Healing of Memories in Cape Town,...

The Messenger October, 2017

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Living our ID

We are a new creation; Christ's ambassadors! This affirmation comes from 2 Corinthians 5:17-21, which provided the theme for the 65th...

Edmonton CoSA Benefit Concert

Edmonton Circles of Support and Accountability is pleased to announce a Benefit Concert on Saturday, November 4, 2017, 7:30 p.m. at St....

Living a Reconciled Life in Christ

Bishop Jane Alexander says she has been in “awe” of Synod Guest Speaker Canon Michael Lapsley since meeting him in 2009 at an...

ACW Life Memberships Presented at Whitemud Regional

The ACW Whitemud Regional Meeting was held at Immanuel in Wetaskiwin on October 14, 2017. Katie Mabbutt, ACW Diocesan Life Member...

Growing Closer in Our Common Mission

St. Thomas Anglican Church in Sherwood Park extended warm hospitality to the Strathcona ecumenical community on October 16, welcoming...

Being Made New in Christ Video Links

Click on the links below to view the Bishop's Charge to the 65th Synod, the Fr. Michael Lapsley interviews and presentations by the...

The Messenger, November 2017

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Diocesan Youth Welcome

Good Shepherd Youth Group is BACK starting on December 2. Our theme for the first month is “Who Are You?” and will consist of great...

Lutheran, Anglican, Catholic Bishops Launch Ecumenical Initiative

On the eve of the 500th anniversary of the Reformation, Lutheran, Anglican and Roman Catholic bishops launched an ecumenical initiative...

Christian-Muslim Dialogue

The 5th annual Christian-Muslim dialogue event: “More Important Now Than Ever,” drew more than 200 members of Edmonton Christian and...

Healing and Remembrance Service Includes Indigenous Ceremony

The third annual Healing & Remembrance Service was simpler this year due to scheduling issues and a large conference. Nevertheless,...

Edmonton Diocese Surpasses Donation Pledge!

For the past couple of years, the Edmonton diocese has participated in the Canadian Blood Services Partners for Life program. When...

Service of Ordination to the Priesthood

It is our pleasure to announce that Bishop Jane Alexander intends, God willing, to ordain to the priesthood the Rev. Rebecca...

Open Walls - now until December 16

View work from more than 45 local artists, just in time for Christmas shopping. Bleeding Heart Art Space is located at 9140 118th...

January-April Prayer Cycle Now Available

Please see the parish info section of the diocesan website for the Word or PDF version of the January-April Prayer Cycle.

Edmonton & District Council of Churches AGM

A special award will be presented at the EDCC annual general meeting on February 4th. Jim Gurnett will receive the Rev. Marilyn McClung...

Oskapewis Position Ended

As of the end of December 2017, the position of Oskapewis ('helper' in Cree) for the Diocese of Edmonton has come to a close. Sharon...

Building the health and strength of Buyé children

Bishop Jane’s Christmas appeal for donations to renovate the pediatric ward of the Buyé health centre was a resounding success. Thanks...

Thank You!

The PWRDF sends its thanks to the Diocese of Edmonton for its recent generous donation of $10,318.40 (funds given through parish...

Educational Chaplaincy Dinner

Please note: the annual Education Chaplaincy Dinner is earlier than usual this year and at a new location! The dinner is an important...

New in the Synod Office

Please welcome back... Jennifer Wirun, who has joined the office team again as assistant to Bishop Jane. Jen is transitioning in for...

Anniversary Celebration

On the evening of May 18, 2018 (one week after the actual date) members of Edmonton Diocese gathered at All Saints' Anglican Cathedral...

Anniversary Celebration

On the evening of May 18, 2018 (one week after the actual date) members of Edmonton Diocese gathered at All Saints' Anglican Cathedral...

Family BBQ in Honour of Bishop Sixbert

The Rev. Sue Oliver and the crew at Christ Church have generously offered to host a family BBQ Potluck to welcome Bishop Sixbert and...

A Warm Welcome to Bishop Sixbert and Clotilde

Some old friends dropped by the diocese this week, setting off a whirl-wind of activity. Bishop Sixbert Macumi of Buyé Diocese in...

Diocesan Appointment

Bishop Jane Alexander is pleased to announce the appointment of the Rev. Coleen Lynch to the position of Assistant Priest of St....

Induction of Cheryl Boulet

Bishop Jane will conduct a service of induction for the Rev. Cheryl Boulet, Priest-in-Charge at St. John the Divine Anglican Church in...

The Messenger Invites Faith-based Content

The Messenger, the newspaper of the Dioceses of Athabasca and Edmonton, invites faith-based content: letters, stories about parish...

Treaty Talk: Walk for Common Ground Extends Journey of Unity and Understanding

Carrying an eagle staff in memory of Saddle Lake Cree Nation educator and former nuhelot’įne thaiyots’į nistameyimâkanak Blue Quills...

Save the Date: Annual Bishop's Fund Dinner

The Annual Bishop's Fund Dinner, in support of clergy of the Dioceses of Edmonton and the Arctic, will be held November 13, 2019 at the...

Induction Service for the Ven. Richard King

The Ven. Richard King will be inducted as rector of St. John the Evangelist, 11111-57 Ave NW, Edmonton, on Sunday, February 2, 10 am....

Bishop Jane Announces Resignation

In a letter read in parishes on Sunday, January 26, 2020, the Rt. Rev. Jane Alexander announced she is resigning as Bishop of the...

2020 Diocese of Edmonton Financial Plan

The Diocese of Edmonton 2020 Financial Plan is available to view online. 

Prayers and Thanksgiving in Time of Uncertainty

Bishop Jane offers prayers and thanksgiving for the loving, helpful, creative and resourceful response of her community.  

A Morning Prayer - March 25, 2020

Bishop Jane shares a prayer to start the day. VIDEO

A Morning Prayer

Bishop Jane shares a prayer to start the morning.

Easter Morning Church Bells

On Easter Sunday morning, at 9 am, Bishop Jane invites parishes in the Edmonton diocese to join Archbishop Anne Germond of the Algoma...

Mark 4:1-41

Again he began to teach beside the lake. Such a very large crowd gathered around him that he got into a boat on the lake and sat there,...

Mark 5:1-43

They came to the other side of the lake, to the country of the Gerasenes. And when he had stepped out of the boat, immediately a man...

Mark 6:1-56

He left that place and came to his home town, and his disciples followed him. On the sabbath he began to teach in the synagogue, and...

Mark 7:1-37

The Tradition of the Elders Now when the Pharisees and some of the scribes who had come from Jerusalem gathered around him, they...

Mark 8:1-38

Feeding the Four Thousand In those days when there was again a great crowd without anything to eat, he called his disciples and said...

Mark 9:1-50

And he said to them, ‘Truly I tell you, there are some standing here who will not taste death until they see that the kingdom of God...

Mark 10:1-52

He left that place and went to the region of Judea and beyond the Jordan. And crowds again gathered around him; and, as was his custom,...

Mark 11:1-33

When they were approaching Jerusalem, at Bethphage and Bethany, near the Mount of Olives, he sent two of his disciples and said to...

Mark 12:1-44

Then he began to speak to them in parables. ‘A man planted a vineyard, put a fence around it, dug a pit for the wine press, and built a...

Mark 13:1-37

As he came out of the temple, one of his disciples said to him, ‘Look, Teacher, what large stones and what large buildings!’ Then Jesus...

Mark 14:1-72

It was two days before the Passover and the festival of Unleavened Bread. The chief priests and the scribes were looking for a way to...

Mark 15:1-47

As soon as it was morning, the chief priests held a consultation with the elders and scribes and the whole council. They bound Jesus,...

Mark 16:1-20

When the sabbath was over, Mary Magdalene, and Mary the mother of James, and Salome bought spices, so that they might go and anoint...

Easter 3: Glimpses of Jesus in Everyday Life

The Rt. Rev. Jane Alexander was the virtual guest preacher for the Easter 3 Choral Eucharist livestreamed by Holy Trinity Anglican...

Diocesan Base Camp Postponed Until 2021

It is with sadness that the Edmonton diocese has had to postpone all camping programs until next season. As of April 23, the Alberta...

Free Tax Clinics

Many faith-based institutions have had to cancel their free tax clinics this year, but some have found a way to carry this work forward...

Christ Church Provides Weekly Hot Meal Hampers to Neighbours in Need

Our diocese continues to adapt and pivot during this time of the COVID-19 pandemic. There are many stories of creative ministry in...

God Equips Makers

Lay Evangelist Alison Hurlburt reflects on God's invitation to participate in the ongoing work of creation. 

"Come Holy Spirit"

Bishop Jane invites you to join her and Christians around the world in a global adventure in prayer!

ACC Bishops Issue Statement on Confronting Racism and Repenting of Complicity

"Our own house is not in order. Systemic racism exists in every part of Canada." We, as members of the Anglican Diocese of Edmonton and...

Evening of Artistic Reflection

Join Bleeding Heart Art Space for an evening of artistic reflection on July 30, from 7-8:30 pm, at St. Faith's. We will showcase how...

Bishop Jane Shares Tale of Blessings with C of E Newspaper

"The blessings we saw – I could write a book! More volunteers stepped up and realised they had ministry gifts they had not used for a...

Face Masks Required for In-person Worship

Bishop Jane is asking churches across the diocese to adopt the practice of wearing face masks or face coverings when attending...

Cemeteries Tell Story of Community Beginnings

Cemeteries are something we don’t often think about in our day to day church life. Clergy, of course, are familiar with cemeteries...

Tithely Migration for Parishes on Ascend Website Platform

Many parishes in the Edmonton diocese have a website designed by Ascend. As you may know, Ascend recently merged with Tithe.ly. This is...

Won't You Be My Neighbour

The Anglican Parish of Christ Church will host a Virtual Neighbourhood event on Wednesday, May 19, 7 pm, on Zoom Meeting ID: 880 5857...

Form of Memorandum (Diocesan Profile)

The Diocesan Search Committee has released the Diocesan Profile. This memorandum is both for those prayerfully discerning a call to be...

Virtual Rural Ministry Gathering

The Rural Ministry Initiative presents a Virtual Rural Ministry Gathering with Archbishop Linda Nicholls, Primate of the Anglican...

Acts of Reconciliation Resources

The Social Justice Committee of the Edmonton diocese has compiled a list of resources for prayer, information and action. "The TRC...

TYP Top Bakery Youth Social Enterprise Winding Down Operations

Diocesan outreach youth coordinator Clark Hardy announced on social media this week that “with a lot of sadness” TYP TOP Bakery is...

Buyé Mother's Union Distributes More Medical Cards to Seniors and Children

The Buyé Mother's Union distributed medical cards to seniors and children the week of July 12, said the Rev. Dominique Ciza, Buyé...

Cancelled: Anglican Student Ministry Fall Retreat

Anglican Student Ministry Fall Retreat has been cancelled for 2021.

SSJD Associates' Foundation Day Eucharist

You are invited to join the Associates of The Sisterhood of Saint John the Divine (SSJD), in celebrating Foundation Day and the Feast...

Joy Berg and Ann Salmon Make Soothing Music in Christ Church Garden

More than 150 people were treated to a relaxing evening of music in the gardens of Christ Church on August 4. The summer concert series...

St. John's, Sedgewick Hosts Community Church Service at Iron Creek Museum

The parish of St. John’s, Sedgewick welcomed an interdenominational congregation together for Sunday worship at the Iron Creek Museum...

"The Land Wants Us to Live Differently Here"

How do we live well on the land? In a five-part podcast series for the 2021 Season of Creation (September 1-October 4), the Rev....

Consecration of the 11th Bishop of Edmonton

Updated September 13, 2021 The consecration and installation of the Rev. Stephen London as the 11th Bishop of Edmonton will take place...

Share a Video Greeting with Bishop-elect Stephen London

All are invited to share a video greeting with Bishop-elect Stephen London through the diocese's Dropbox account. You do not need your...

Consecration Announcement

With a fourth wave of the COVID pandemic upon us and with the care of community members of utmost importance, the congregation is...

"The Land Wants Us to Live Differently Here": Intro

How do we live well on the land? In a five-part podcast series for the 2021 Season of Creation (September 1-October 4), the Rev....

"The Land Wants Us to Live Differently Here"

We often forget that engaging land means engaging urban land, too. What piece of land do you love in your city? What tree has become...

Messages

"Does Faith Matter?"

We invite you and interested community members to join us this year in our annual A Common Word Christian/Muslim Dialogue on October...

Public Reading of TRC Calls to Action

To help guide us in the way of settler-Indigenous relations, St. Augustine of Canterbury, 6110 Fulton Rd, Edmonton will host a public...

The Messenger October 2021

Download the October 2021 edition of The Messenger or view online as a flipbook. Click here to subscribe to The Messenger or to change...

"The Land Wants Us to Live Differently Here"

The final episode of season 1 of "The Land Wants Us to Live Differently Here" was recorded throughout the growing season of 2021. The...

Food Security Resources

Interestingly, we commemorate World Food Day on October 16, near our annual celebration of Thanksgiving. This season, the Edmonton...

Thanksgiving for the Blessings of Harvest

We give thanks for all the producers in our diocese who care for the land and the creatures that inhabit it. May all have a blessed and...

All Saints' Day Noon-hour Eucharist

All Saints' Cathedral, 10035-103 St, Edmonton, is holding an All Saints' Day Eucharist on Monday, November 1, 12:10 pm. All are welcome...

The Messenger November 2021

Download the November 2021 edition of The Messenger or view it online as a flipbook. Click here to subscribe to The Messenger or to...

Diocesan Appointments

Bishop Stephen London is pleased to appoint the Rev. Canon Susan Oliver as Archdeacon for Youth, Children and Family Ministries and the...

Worldwide Memories of Remembrance

Join Utopia World Music Band for a Worldwide Memories of Remembrance concert at St. Faith's, 11725-93 Street, Edmonton, on November 11,...

St. Faith's Lodgepole Market

A weekly market offering fresh produce and baking at market prices, as well employment, mentoring and skills-development opportunities,...

Remembrance Day

A Prayer of Commemoration for the Fallen Father of all, remember your holy promise, and look with love on all your people, living and...

Remembrance Day Prayer Service

You are invited to join Holy Trinity Anglican Church, 10037 84 Ave. NW, for a Remembrance Day Prayer Service on Thursday, November 11,...

Join the Anti-racism Virtual Book Club!

The Anti-racism Book Club invites readers to its upcoming conversations. All are welcome to join Archdeacon Jordan Haynie Ware on Zoom....

We're Approaching Our Goal

As a Partner for Life with Canadian Blood Services, the Anglican Diocese of Edmonton has pledged to donate 100 units of blood in 2021....

Tweens and Teens Bible Reading Adventure

Teens and Tweens in the Edmonton diocese are invited to join Rev. Sue for a Bible Reading Adventure during the season of Advent....

Remembrance Day Prayer Service

Holy Trinity Anglican Church and Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church, neighbouring churches in Old Strathcona, Edmonton, were joined by...

Advent at All Saints' Cathedral

All Saints' Cathedral invites all to the following events and services for Advent: Beginning November 28, the Cathedral will be back...

Advent Prayer with Parishes of Whitemud Deanery

The parishes of the Whitemud Deanery are joining together to host a reflective season of prayer this Advent on Zoom. Tune in every...

ACW Mid-day Eucharist

Please come and join the ACW for our first in-person gathering for everyone since the start of COVID-19. A special Mid-Day Eucharist...

Advent Clergy Day

An Advent Clergy Day will be held at the Cathedral onThursday, December 9, 10:00 am-3:00 pm (lunch provided). Please RSVP to the...

Community-based Food Security Initiatives

As an alternative to grocery stores, food security initiatives like Khair For All provide food boxes for donation to another community...

ICPM Newsletter and Advent Appeal

The latest issue of Straight from the Street, the newsletter of the Inner City Pastoral Ministry (ICPM) and Emmanuel worship community,...

Diocese of Edmonton Among Top Recipients of AFC Grants

Thursday afternoon, representatives of the Anglican Foundation of Canada (AFC) met by Zoom with members of Edmonton diocese to announce...

Bishop's Itinerary

Please hold Bishop Stephen London in your prayers as he serves parishes throughout the diocese and connects with our partners and...

Advent 2 Reflection: "Be Ready."

Bishop Stephen London reflects on the life-long discipline of being ready to hear the word of God.

Diocesan Children's Choir to Launch in Fall

Due to the rapid spread of the Omicron virus, the launch of the Diocese of Edmonton Children’s Choir is postponed until fall 2022....

Diocesan Offices Closing for Christmas Break

The synod office will be closed from December 24 until January 3. We will be checking our voicemail and email periodically.  We pray...

Advent Arrival: Christ Church Welcomes Syrian Family

UPDATE: as of April 2023, Anwar Abdi is no longer a volunteer with the Anglican Diocese of Edmonton Refugee Sponsorship Program In the...

11 Weeks to Go!

With just over 11 weeks left in 2022, "Team Anglican" is 75% of the way toward this year's goal of 120 donations of blood and/or...

Brother and Sister Baptised and Confirmed at Emmanuel, Gibbons

On the third Sunday of Advent, Bishop Stephen London confirmed two young people, Brandon Allan James Squires and Alyssa Elizabeth...

Advent 3 Reflection: "What are We to be Ready for?"

In his third Advent message, Bishop Stephen London reflects on what it is we are to be ready for.

St. Augustine's Welcomes Fulton Place Community for Winter Festival

Fulton Place neighbourhood folk in Edmonton organised a winter festival at St Augustine's on Saturday, December 11. Joining the...

Dorothy's Gift

As 2021 drew to a close, we learned Dorothy Marshall, the Edmonton diocesan representative for the Primate’s World Relief and...

Donate a Car in Support of Edmonton Diocese

Did you know you can donate your vehicle to support the Edmonton diocese? At no cost to you, Donate a Car Canada will facilitate all...

Together on the Way with St. Andrew's, Camrose

Canon to the Ordinary Scott Sharman visits St. Andrew's, Camrose to share in worship and prayer with the community by reflecting on...

Together on the Way

"Our faith is always to be in motion rather than static, and no one goes alone on their spiritual journey; we are to travel together...

GEA Living Wage/Quality Job Wage Online Course

GEA (Greater Edmonton Alliance) is offering an online learning opportunity on Wednesday, January 26, 7 to 9 pm. This course is free to...

St. Paul's, Edmonton Daily Morning Prayer

St. Paul's, Edmonton offers morning prayer on Zoom, 8 am, every day (except Thursdays and Sundays). On Thursdays, prayer is in person...

Diocesan Sunday Sermons

Bishop Stephen's Sermon (audio only), Sunday, February 20, 2022: Why We are Here Bishop Stephen's Sermon (audio only), Sunday,...

2022 Parish Returns

To streamline the process for completing parish returns (see attached checklist and schedule), we’ve converted some of the documents to...

Faith Spaces | Safe Spaces

In the first week of February, both the beginning of Black History Month and World Interfaith Harmony Week, we will come together...

Pondering Our Future

What does it mean to be the church in 2022? In a series of four Sunday sermons, Bishop Stephen London looks to the Gospel of Luke for...

Christians and Muslims Gather Online in Anti-racist Solidarity

In the first week of February, both the beginning of Black History Month and World Interfaith Harmony Week, Christians, Muslims, and...

Parishes to Keep COVID Restrictions in Place for Now

PDF Dear Friends, Yesterday, the premier of our Province, Jason Kenney, announced a significant change in governmental Covid...

Walking in the Way of Love

The Rev. Tim Chesteron, rector of St. Margaret's, Edmonton and warden for lay evangelists, leads a presentation on 1 Corinthians 13 a...

Remembering the Children Travelling Weaving Project Moves to Cathedral

The Remembering the Children diocesan weaving project has come to its final location! The travelling loom is at All Saints' Cathedral...

Bishop’s Guidance for Phasing Out COVID Restrictions

In an effort to support parishes as the province lifts its COVID restrictions, Bishop Stephen London has issued the following guidance....

Buyé Mother's Union Distributes Medical Cards to People in Mwumba and Gatukuza Parishes

Members of the Buyé Mother's Union distributed medical care cards to people in Mwumba and Gatukuza parishes in the Buyé diocese. In...

Diocesan Weaving Project Begins with Smudging of the Loom

The Remembering the Children diocesan weaving project began with a smudging of the loom by Fred Matthews, lay reader-in-charge of...

St. Timothy's, Edmonton Seeking Full-time Rector

St. Timothy’s Anglican Church, Edmonton is in search of a new rector! This is a full-time position for a vibrant and diverse parish in...

Together on the Way with Holy Trinity Old Strathcona, Edmonton

Canon to the Ordinary Scott Sharman visits Holy Trinity Old Strathcona, Edmonton to share in worship and prayer with the community by...

Together on the Way with St. Thomas, Sherwood Park

Canon to the Ordinary Scott Sharman visits the Parish of St. Thomas, Sherwood Park to share in worship and prayer with the community by...

Support for Ukraine

Please see updated news from the Primate's World Relief and Development Fund (PWRDF) regarding assistance for Ukraine.

Synod Office New Hours

This spring, the Synod Office is returning to regular, slightly revised hours. We are now open Tuesday to Friday, from 9 am to 4:30 pm. 

Day of Prayer for Ukraine

Churches across Alberta will observe a Day of Prayer for Ukraine this Friday, March 18. Parishes of the Edmonton diocese are invited to...

Info Session on Children's and Youth Ministry

Do you have an exciting youth or children's initiative you are eager to start but don't have the funds? Do you have a ministry up and...

Diocesan Appointment

Bishop Stephen London is pleased to appoint the Rev. Joanne Webster as interim priest-in-charge of St. Matthias, Edmonton. 

Alberta Churches Unite in Prayer for Peace in Ukraine

Parishes of the Edmonton diocese joined ecumenical partners across Alberta to participate in Day of Prayer for Peace in Ukraine on...

Regional Deans Envision Role in Animating Life of Diocese

Diocese of Edmonton Regional Deans, pictured from left: Chris Cook (Yellowhead), Tim Chesterton (Whitemud), Jonathan Crane (Battle...

Ask Your Bishop

An informal Zoom gathering to hear Bishop Stephen London speak about what's been happening at the national, provincial and local church...

Baptism and Confirmation at St. John the Evangelist, Edmonton

Bishop Stephen London rejoices with the congregation of St. John’s, Edmonton as they celebrate through baptism and confirmation a...

Messages

Bishop Steve Would Like to Hear from You!

Dear Friends, Greetings in the Name of Jesus Christ! I am looking forward to meeting together as a Synod in October. Part of the...

ACW Annual

The ACW Diocesan Annual Meeting will be held on May 7, from 9:30 am to 3 pm, in-person* at St. Matthias Church & Parish Hall,  6210...

Week of April 25-May 2

Pastoral Letter to Edmonton Diocese

A pastoral response to the announcement in April 2022 of the resignation of former National Indigenous Anglican Archbishop Mark...

Healing in Circle

Join Elder Russell Auger at All Saints’ Cathedral (upstairs chapel) for a time of healing in circle. We will meet every Thursday in...

Diocesan Appointment

Bishop Stephen London is pleased to appoint the Rev. Philip Penrod as Interim Pastor-in-Charge of the Parish of St. Augustine of...

Diocesan Appointment

Bishop Stephen London is pleased to appoint the Rev. Clare Stewart as Rector of the parish of St. Timothy's, Edmonton.

Dr. Mark Invites You to Base Camp!

Summer activities for children have been around for a long time! Nowadays one may have choices between computer camps, soccer camps,...

50th Rupert's Land Provincial Synod

The 50th Session of Synod of the Ecclesiastical Province of Rupert’s Land convened on Thursday evening, April 28, when delegates from...

Cathedral Prayer Service for Missing and Murdered Indigenous People

Women wore red ribbon skirts made at a workshop at All Saints' Cathedral to a prayer service on May 5, the National Day of Awareness...

Deconsecration of St. John the Baptist Anglican Church in St. Paul

Bishop Stephen London led a service for the deconsecration of St. John the Baptist Anglican Church in St. Paul on April 27. London...

Bishop Invites You to Service of Prayer and Praise

Dear Friends, I would like to invite you to a service of prayer and praise on Sunday, May 22, at 6 pm, at St. Augustine of Canterbury...

Fr. Michael Lapsley to visit Edmonton diocese

Join the Edmonton diocese as we celebrate the return of Fr. Michael Lapsley. The first of Fr. Lapsley's public events will be held at...

Bishop's Weekly Update - May 23

In his weekly update, Bishop Stephen London shares about the "amazing, formative and encouraging" experience of attending the Episcopal...

Bishop's Weekly Update - May 23

In his weekly update, Bishop Stephen London shares about the "amazing, formative and encouraging" experience of attending the Episcopal...

Bishop's Weekly Update - May 30

Bishop Steve looks ahead to celebrating new ministry at St. Timothy's, Edmonton, and celebrating the gifts of the LGBTQ2S+ community at...

Bishop Steve's Weekly Update - May 30

Bishop Steve looks ahead to celebrating new ministry at St. Timothy's, Edmonton, and celebrating the gifts of the LGBTQ2S+ community at...

All Saints', Drayton Valley ACW Holds Strawberry Tea and Plant Sale

Ladies of the All Saints', Drayton Valley ACW welcomed their church and community to a Strawberry Tea and Perennial Plant Sale on...

Members of Diocese Participate in Collaborative Photography Project

Signs of new life are everywhere, especially when you are looking for them. On a slightly overcast May morning, members of the Edmonton...

Remembering the Children Community Art Piece to be Dedicated

During the week of May 24, Alison Hurlburt, weaver and lay evangelist, caught up with her travelling loom at All Saints’ Cathedral....

Remembering the Children Dedication Service

Loomkeepers, weavers, and all members of the Edmonton diocese are invited to join Alison Hurlburt and Fiona Brownlee, coordinators of...

Queen's Platinum Jubilee Evensong

Please join us at All Saints’ Cathedral on Sunday 5 June, at 7 pm, for a very special Choral Evensong celebrating the Platinum Jubilee...

Together on the Way with St. Matthias, Edmonton

Canon to the Ordinary Scott Sharman visits his childhood stomping grounds of west Edmonton to reflect on the story of St. Matthias and...

Canon to the Ordinary Visits St. Matthias, Edmonton

On Trinity Sunday, June 12, 2022, Canon to the Ordinary Scott Sharman visited his childhood stomping grounds of west Edmonton to...

Anglican Communicators Reconnect at Hybrid Conference in Edmonton

Anglican communicators representing dioceses across the country, from B.C. to Newfoundland and Labrador, and the Anglican Church of...

Neighbouring Parishes Worship Together for National Indigenous Day of Prayer

Gathering outdoors against a backdrop of four tipis, nearly 60 people from four neighbouring parishes met for National Indigenous Day...

Open and Inclusive Equally Anglican Ministry Making Connections

Equally Anglican, an LGBTQIA2S+ affirming ministry based out of Holy Trinity Anglican Church is seeking to make connections throughout...

Bishops Stephen and Larry Worship with Holy Trinity, Edson

Fellow Bishops the Rt. Rev. Stephen London and the Rt. Rev. Larry Kochendorfer from the Evangelical Lutheran Church in Canada,...

Funeral Service for the Rev. Donald Gray

The Rev. Donald Gray, 85, died on June 26, 2022 at Agape Manor Hospice, with his children at his side. A funeral service will be held...

Deacon and Priest Called to be "Agents of Healing, Goodness, Beauty and Kindness"

Story updated July 28, 2022 Ordination Sermon The Holy Spirit of God filled All Saints’ Cathedral during a Service of Ordination on...

Edmonton Diocese Gives Thanks for Executive Archdeacon Lee's Ministry

During the ordination service on June 29, the Feast of St. Peter and St. Paul, Bishop Stephen London gave thanks for the ministry of...

Finding Our Way

The nearly 40 responses received in response to Bishop Stephen London’s invitation to join him on the way forward by identifying and...

Diversity, Inclusion and Accessibility Important to Worship Communities

A diversity and inclusion survey conducted by the Edmonton diocese's Anti-Racism Team earlier this year shows that worship communities...

Buyé Diocese Requests Prayers for Confirmands and Ordinands

We have heard from the Rev. Dominique Ciza that our friends in the Diocese of Buyé are well. They are busy with the confirmation season...

Anglican Church to Journey Alongside Pope into Season of Wisdom

Next week, when the leader of the Roman Catholic Church visits Amiskwaciy Waskahikan (meaning Beaver Hills House), the traditional...

Bishop's Commissary

Bishop Stephen London will be away from the diocese until September 6. Bishop Steve has appointed the Very Rev. Alexandra Meek, Dean of...

Lambeth Conference Prayer Guide

We invite prayers for Bishop Stephen London and the Rev. Stephanie London who will be attending the 15th Lambeth Conference in...

Service of Remembrance for the Rev. Donald Gray

A Service of Remembrance and Celebration of Life for the Rev. Donald Gray will be held at St. Timothy’s Anglican Church, 8420 145 St...

Bishop's Statement on Lambeth Calls

Dear Friends in Christ,  Greetings in the name of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ! I wanted to write to you ahead of my departure to...

Diocesan Appointment

Bishop Stephen London is pleased to announce the appointment of the Rev. Armand Mercier as Associate Priest at Christ Church, Edmonton;...

St. Peter's Massive Mural Festival an Effort to Build a Safe, Inclusive Community

A massive, outdoor event celebrating faith, art and community will take place September 3-11 at St. Peter’s Anglican Church, 11035-127...

Interfaith Housing Plenary

Every year, the Interfaith Housing community gets together to discuss the work we've been doing together as people of many faiths....

St. Peter's Mural Massive Community Festival

Join St. Peter’s Anglican Church, 11035-127 Street in Edmonton, for a massive, outdoor event celebrating faith, art and community. Come...

Diocesan Appointment

Diocese of Edmonton Bishop's Commissary the Very Rev. Alexandra Meek is pleased to announce the Rev. Dr. Thomas Brauer as Interim...

Memorial Service for Ruth Starr

There will be a memorial service for Ruth Starr at 2:30 pm on Saturday, September 10 at All Saints' Cathedral. Ruth was active at St....

Diocesan Appointment

Diocese of Edmonton Bishop's Commissary the Very Rev. Alexandra Meek is pleased to announce Mr. Robert Reynolds, Q.C. as...

Memorial Service for Peggie Gibbons

There will be a memorial service for Margaret (Peggie) Gibbons, widow of Jack (former priest of the Edmonton diocese), on Saturday,...

HM Queen Elizabeth II Memorial and Thanksgiving

Join the Edmonton diocese on Thursday, September 22, at 7pm, for a Memorial Service in Thanksgiving for the life of HM Queen Elizabeth...

Truth and Reconciliation Group Hike and Bannock

On National Truth and Reconciliation Day, join the Anglican Parish of Christ Church for a time of learning and community building at...

TRC Day Event - Courageous Conversation

Creating Hope Society in partnership with the Edmonton diocese invites you to a TRC Day event on September 30 at the Boyle Street...

Diocesan Appointment

Bishop Stephen London is pleased to appoint the Rev. Andreas Sigrist as rector of St. Matthias, Edmonton, effective November 13, 2022. 

Mapping the Ground We stand On

Mark your calendars! St Paul’s, 10127-145 St NW, Edmonton, is excited to host “Mapping the Ground We Stand On,” on September 30, the...

Grief and Loss Workshop

The Anglican Parish of Christ Church, 12116- is offering a Grief and Loss workshop on Sunday, October 16, at noon. Led by Dr. Lynda...

Whitemud Deanery Elects Regional Dean

Bishop Stephen London is pleased to appoint the Rev. Danielle Key, rector of Holy Trinity, Old Strathcona, as the Regional Dean for the...

Fascination with Magi Launches Into the Depth of Heaven

David Holehouse, a member of St. Thomas in Sherwood Park, has written his debut novel, an adventure tale narrated by a teenager who...

Synod Preparation Video and Zoom Conversations

The Rev. Dr. Scott Sharman, Canon to the Ordinary for the Edmonton diocese, offers a spiritual/theological orientation to the 68th...

Wear Your Orange on Friday!

The Synod Office will be closed on Friday, September 30 to observe the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. All are encouraged...

Fostering a "Safe Church" Environment

Diocesan Chancellor Ms. Lois MacLean K.C. (pictured) was a presenter at Clergy Day, held on September 29 at All Saints’ Cathedral....

Companion Diocese of Buyé Purchases Car for Archbishop's Travel

A portion of the Edmonton diocesan budget each year is designated for our Companion Diocese of Buyé. As Archbishop of the Province of...

Choral Evensong and Commissioning Service

All are invited to welcome lay readers, and lay-evangelists Doreen Abbott and Mary-Lou Cleveland of the Edmonton diocese who will be...

Diocesan Appointment

Bishop Stephen London has appointed the Rev. Rachael Parker as rector of Dayspring Ministry, a shared ministry between St. Saviour's,...

68th Synod Opening Eucharist

All are welcome to join the Edmonton diocese for the 68th Synod Opening Eucharist on Friday, October 21, 6:30 pm, at All Saints'...

God's Grace Abounds Diocesan Prayer Day

All are welcome to join us for God’s Grace Abounds in Deepest Waters, a Diocesan Prayer Day at St. Thomas Church in Sherwood Park on...

Let's VENT about Advent!

Have you ever noticed the readings for Advent don't seem to really, at least at an initial glance, fit the theme of Advent? Have you...

Resolutions Passed by the 68th Synod

The 68th Synod followed the theme of Together on the Way and featured the principles and goals of the Edmonton diocese's strategic...

Together on the Way

The 68th Synod of the Diocese of Edmonton was held on October 21 and 22. In addition to the 57 members of the clergy and 130 members of...

Parish Safe Church Coordinators' Training

Safe Church training for Parish Safe Church Coordinators will take place on the following dates and times (length of session: 1.5...

The Messenger November 2022

Download the November 2022 edition of The Messenger or view it online as a flipbook. Click here to receive a print subscription to The...

Lay Evangelists and Lay Readers Commissioned for Creating Holy Spaces

Five lay evangelists and more than 50 lay readers from parishes throughout the Edmonton diocese were commissioned for ministry by...

Diocesan Appointment

Bishop Stephen London is pleased to appoint the Rev. Mark Vigrass as Vocational Deacon at St. George's, Edmonton.

Celebration of Life for Justice Brian Burrows

The Funeral and Celebration of Life for the Honourable Justice Brian Burrows, former Chancellor of the Diocese of Edmonton, who died on...

Inner City Pastoral Ministry (ICPM) Launches Advent Appeal

The Inner City Pastoral Ministry (ICPM), now in its 45th year of responding compassionately to the needs of people living in Edmonton's...

The Messenger December 2022

Download the December 2022 edition of The Messenger or view it online as a flipbook. Click here to receive a print subscription to The...

The Messenger December 2022

Download the December 2022 edition of The Messenger or view it online as a flipbook. Click here to receive a print subscription to The...

Way to Go Team Anglican!

Team Anglican has reached its 2022 goal by donating 120 units of blood and/or plasma. Way to go team! If you're able, please consider...

Coffee-hour Fundraiser Raises $4,600 for Buye Women and Children

An annual fundraiser to help women and children access medical care in our companion Diocese of Buyé raised more than $4,600 in...

Christmas Lessons and Carols

The Anglican Parish of Christ Church invites you to join us in person, or via livestream for our service of Christmas Lessons and...

Longest Night of the Year Services

Holidays are difficult for anyone experiencing pain, loss, loneliness and insecurity. The following parishes invite anyone struggling...

St. Thomas' Sherwood Park Christmas Services

Christmas Eve Happy Birthday Jesus, 4:30 pm: "And there, in the stable, amongst the chickens and the donkeys and the cows, in the quiet...

Faith Spaces | Safe Spaces Receives Community Wellbeing Grant

Faith Spaces | Safe Spaces, a grassroots, interfaith initiative co-led by the Anglican Diocese of Edmonton and Islamic Family and...

Heather Liddell to Begin New Ministry in Montreal Diocese

Bishop Stephen London and members of the Edmonton diocese send our love and prayers with the Rev. Heather Liddell who has been...

Have an Upcoming Event?

Let us help you promote your upcoming event in Synod Scene, our weekly e-newsletter to clergy, parishes and subscribers. Please click...

Keeping Faith: First-Person Stories from the Diocese of Edmonton

"If we had a service without any music, I would certainly notice it. I would notice the lack of it. There would be a dimension...

Diocesan Appointment

The new executive assistant to Diocese of Edmonton Bishop Stephen London (as of January 9, 2023) brings a wealth of experience to her...

2023 Week of Prayer for Christian Unity Resources

Resources for the  2023 Week of Prayer for Christian Unity, traditionally held every year between January 18 (the Feast of the...

HTAC Seeking Part-time Assistant Priest

The parish of Holy Trinity Anglican Church (Old Strathcona) in Edmonton is looking for a half-time Assistant Priest. The Assistant...

Dayspring Ministry in Action

God is doing a new thing in the eastern region of the Diocese of Edmonton, where the congregations of St. Mary’s, Edgerton; St. Thomas,...

Cathedral Outreach Volunteers Host Neighbours at Christmas Luncheon

Volunteers led by Jennifer Rees and Darlene and Randy Niederhaus prepared an Outreach Christmas Luncheon featuring a turkey dinner with...

Bishop Jane Awarded Queen Elizabeth II's Platinum Jubilee Medal

The Hon. Lori Sigurdson, MLA for Edmonton-Riverview, awarded the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee Medal to Bishop Jane Alexander during Choral...

Week of Prayer for Christian Unity

The Edmonton and District Council of Churches (EDCC) invites you to the 2023 Week of Prayer for Christian Unity Ecumenical Service on...

Clergy and Family Epiphany Potluck Dinner

Clergy and families of the Edmonton diocese are invited to an Epiphany Potluck Dinner on Saturday, January 7, 5 pm at Christ Church,...

"Stepping Outside the Shadow"

Immanuel ACW is presenting "Stepping Outside the Shadow: Domestic Violence -The Ongoing Pandemic" on Saturday, February 11, from 9:30...

Another Way to Give!

Donate a Car Canada will turn vehicle donations into generous support for ministry in the Anglican Diocese of Edmonton. Working on our...

Diocesan Appointment

Bishop Stephen London is pleased to announce the appointment of the Rev. Trina Holmberg as rector of the shared ministry of St....

Keeping Faith: First-Person Stories from the Diocese of Edmonton

In 2016, I found myself casting about for another person to interview. I had not conducted one since November 2012. The intervening...

The Messenger February 2023

Download the February 2023 edition of The Messenger or view it online as a flipbook. Click here to receive a print subscription to The...

Diocesan Appointment

Bishop Stephen London is pleased to appoint the Rev. Kevin Kraglund as rector of St. Augustine's Parkland, Spruce Grove effective April...

Compline and Morning Prayer Online During Lent

Join lay reader Wynne Whitten-Holmes for Compline every Monday evening at 9 pm; and for Morning Prayer every Friday at 9 am throughout...

Easter Story in Song Community Sing-along

Companions on a Journey (St. Mary's musicians) will tell The Easter Story in Song at St. Mary the Virgin, 5042-48 Avenue, Vegreville,...

Full Communion Synod Office Friends Gather for Worship and Fellowship

Synod Office staff of the Diocese of Edmonton welcomed Lutheran staff of the Synod of Alberta and the Territories for an informal time...

Celebration of Shared Ministry

Bishop Stephen London and the Parish of St. Mary's, Ponoka will celebrate the shared ministry of the Rev. Trina Holmberg who will be...

'One Flock, One Shepherd'

March 21, 2023, will mark the inaugural joint retreat for Anglican, Lutheran, and Moravian clergy and leaders in Alberta, when they...

Inner City Pastoral Ministry (ICPM) AGM

The Inner City Pastoral Ministry, a ministry of presence in Edmonton's inner city, invites all to its Annual General Meeting on March...

Lenten Education Series: 'We are a Treaty People'

What does it mean to be people of faith and love on this land? All are invited to participate in the Lenten education series We are a...

Refugee Sponsorship Update

UPDATE: as of April 2023, Anwar Abdi is no longer a volunteer with the Anglican Diocese of Edmonton Refugee Sponsorship Program As a...

International Day to End Racial Discrimination

The Edmonton Interfaith Centre for Education & Action will hold its annual commemoration of the United Nations International Day...

Joint Clergy Day an Opportunity for Three Churches to Grow Stronger Together

More than 40 Lutheran, Anglican and Moravian ministers, from central and southern Alberta, gathered for a day in March, at Camp Van Es...

Interfaith Community Unites Against Racial Discrimination

A local interfaith commemoration of the United Nations International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination (proclaimed in...

You are invited!

On Friday, April 14, 7 pm, at St. Matthias Anglican Church, 6210  188 St NW, Edmonton, all are invited to hear Mary Concepter Obierois,...

Pêhonân – A Gathering-Waiting Place

Join the Ven. Travis Enright, Archdeacon for Reconciliation and Decolonization, and the Rev. Canon Dr. Scott Sharman, Canon to the...

Celebrations of Ministry Across Edmonton Diocese

Over the last week, Bishop Steve inducted the Rev. Trina Holmberg as rector of St. Mary, Ponoka and the Rev. Canon Chelsy Bouwman as...

Diocesan Children's Choir Year-end Concert

If you have not had a chance to see the Diocese of Edmonton Children's Choir, under the direction of Laura Hawley, in action be sure to...

Walk Humbly with Your God - ACW Annual Meeting

All women in Edmonton diocese are invited to the ACW Diocesan Annual Meeting on Saturday, May 6, from 9:30 am to 3 pm, at St. Matthias...

Bishop's Easter Greeting

Bishop Stephen London shares an Easter message with the 50 parishes of the Edmonton diocese.

In Touch Newsletter of the ACW

The March 2023 issue of In Touch, the quarterly newsletter of the Diocese of Edmonton ACW, is available to download or read online.

Diocesan Easter Vigil

We will come together on Easter eve to mark the end of the Lenten season.  A Diocesan Easter Vigil Service will be held on April 8, 8...

Diocesan Family Illuminated by the Light of Christ

“Tonight, we renew our commitment to being resurrection people by receiving the grace and mercy of God and by bringing that grace and...

Neurodiverse Family Service

Join the Anglican Diocese of Edmonton's team for disability and inclusion on Saturday, April 29, at 3 pm, as we workshop a new,...

Still Time to Register for Family Retreat Weekend

There is still time to Register Online for the Diocese of Edmonton and Friends Family Retreat Weekend. Single folks and families of all...

Social Justice Committee Recruiting Passionate Activists

The Social Justice Committee of the Edmonton diocese met on Saturday, April 22, for a strategic planning session to discuss how to...

Young Adult Games Night

Holy Trinity Anglican Church (Upper Arts Space), 10037 84 Ave NW, Edmonton, invites young adults of the Edmonton diocese to a games...

Frog Lake Parish Invites You

Church of the Nativity, Frog Lake invites you to "Walking Together in Faith:HEALING. RESTORATION. HOPE", a joint service with...

Lay Evangelist Training Sessions

The Diocese of Edmonton has an ongoing formation and training program, preparing lay people for licensed ministry in the work of...

Diocesan Appointment

Bishop Stephen London is pleased to appoint the Rev. David Bruce as Interim Priest at St. Peter's, Edmonton from May 1 to June 25, 2023. 

In Service to God and to One Another

On May 7, 2023, the day after the Coronation of His Majesty King Charles III at Westminster Abbey in London, U.K., a special Choral...

Walking Humbly with God - ACW Discusses Past, Present and Future Good Works

The annual meeting of the Diocese of Edmonton Anglican Church Women (ACW) provided an opportunity for members across the diocese to...

Bishop Steve Completes Second Year of Living Our Vows Program

Bishop Stephen London has completed the second year of Living Our Vows, a three-year program for new bishops, sometimes referred to...

Canadian Christian Churches to Dialogue at Traditional Indigenous Meeting Place

A national ecumenical conference featuring several prominent Indigenous and Métis leaders will be held in Edmonton, known in...

Travels with Remembering the Children Weaving

From February to May this spring, the Remembering the Children weaving has been to three urban and rural parishes. As you will...

Still Time to Give to Diocesan Children's Choir!

Thank you to everyone who has supported the Diocesan Children's Choir by making an online donation through the Anglican Foundation of...

The Messenger June-July 2023

Download the June-July 2023 edition of The Messenger or view it online as a flipbook. Click here to receive a print subscription...

Save the Date!

The Edmonton diocese invites young people, ages 14 to 18, to a Fall Youth Festival, from October 13 to 15. Watch this space for more...

Anglican Communicators Gather in Fredericton and on Zoom for Annual Conference

For a moment at the start of June, as I listened to the pump organ being played in St. Mark’s Chapel-of-Ease at King’s Landing in...

Frog Lake Parish Hosts Joint Service for Indigenous Peoples Day

Anglican parishes walked together in faith with the community of Frog Lake toward healing restoration and hope in recognition of...

Diocesan Appointment

Bishop Stephen London is pleased to appoint Mr. Jordan Giggey as Theological Student-in-Charge at St. George's, Devon. The appointment...

Latest Edition of In Touch

The June 2023 issue of In Touch, the quarterly newsletter of the Diocese of Edmonton ACW, is available to download or read online.

Anglican Church of Canada General Synod

The Anglican Church of Canada General Synod takes place in Calgary next week, beginning on Tuesday, June 27 and ending on Sunday, July...

Assembly 2023 a Convergence of 'Heart Religion' and Social Justice

For Bishop Stephen London, the highlight of the "Let there be greening" Assembly 2023 was Christians being able to celebrate a similar...

Ordination to the Diaconate and to the Priesthood

The Rt. Rev. Stephen London is pleased to announce that God Willing he will ordain to the Transitional Diaconate, and to the...

Retiring Chancellor Honoured by General Synod

In her closing remarks to delegates at General Synod 2023, Archbishop Linda Nicholls, Primate of the Anglican Church of Canada, and...

Fall a Joyful Season

In general, this fall has been a joyful season for Bishop Stephen London, as he has been invited to join parish communities for...

Children's Choir Welcoming Registrations for 23/24 Singing Season!

The Diocese of Edmonton Children's Choir (DECC), directed by Laura Hawley, is gearing up for its second season! The children's choir is...

New Eligility Criteria

If you lived or spent time in the United Kingdom, Republic of Ireland or France during the ‘mad cow disease’ outbreak of the 1980s and...

Share Your News by Tuesday, August 1

Contributions for The Messenger, including news, stories and events of the Athabasca and Edmonton dioceses, will be accepted until...

Care of Creation a Team Effort

You may not know that the Season of Creation is a highly ecumenical endeavour.  September 1, the first day of a new church year in the...

Diocese of Edmonton Clergy Day

The next Diocese of Edmonton Clergy Day on the theme of "Discipleship - A Calling for All," will be held September 21, from 9:30 am to...

Leaders with Heart

Are you seeking opportunities to develop your gifts for ministry? Do you like to wrestle by faith and intellect with our time's big...

Creation Care Ideas and Resources!

The Edmonton diocese's 5th Mark in Action committee has compiled various RESOURCES for parishes to use during the Season of Creation,...

Diocesan Appointment

Bishop Stephen London is pleased to appoint the Rev. Barry Rose as Rector of St. Peter's, Edmonton, as of September 10, 2023.  

Ice Cream Social a Cursillo Homecoming

It felt like a homecoming. On August 25, members of the Cursillo community came together with friends to share in song, prayer,...

Safe Church Training

Archdeacon Susan Oliver is leading a Safe Church Training session on Wednesday, September 20, 7 pm. This session is for all church...

Safe Church Training

Archdeacon Susan Oliver is leading a Safe Church Training session on Tuesday, September 26, 7 pm. This session is for all church staff...

Young Adults Book Study - Shameless

All young adults are invited to join us for six Tuesdays, beginning October 3, 2023, at 7 pm, at Holy Trinity located at 10037 84 Ave,...

Synod Office and Cathedral Farewell Lunch for Shelly and Richard King

This week, members of the Synod Office and All Saints’ Cathedral, hosted a staff lunch to give thanks for the ministry of Shelly and...

St. John's, Sedgewick Hosts Community Worship Service at Iron Creek Museum

Twenty-five people from the neighbouring communities of Sedgewick and Lougheed, as well as Edmonton, passed under a wooden archway at...

Stunning Stained Glass Windows Installed in Cathedral Indigenous Chapel

Light streamed into the Indigenous Chapel at All Saints’ Cathedral, on Wednesday, illuminating glass artist Brenda Malkinson’s latest...

Edmonton Diocese / Cathedral Seeking Full-time, Joint Office Admin Assistant

The Anglican Diocese of Edmonton invites applications for the joint, full-time position of Office Administrative Assistant. This is a...

Every Child Matters

Everyone is encouraged to wear orange to local events commemorating Orange Shirt Day and the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation...

Leaders with Heart - an Introduction to Revive

Canon Dawn Davis, director of leadership for ministry programs at Huron University College in London, O.N., gives an...

Revive Discipleship Program Launches in Edmonton Diocese

Last week, the Diocese of Edmonton was blessed to welcome the Rev. Dr. Dawn Davis, director of leadership for ministry programs at...

Insta-GOD! 24-Hour Fall Youth Festival

Youth (ages 14 to 18 years) from parishes across the Edmonton diocese and all their friends are invited to the Fall Youth Festival...

Giving Thanks

Update to Health Benefits Plan

As of June 1, employees on the Diocese of Edmonton Timber Benefits Health Plan can submit claims for additional health and wellness...

Support from Edmonton Diocese Helps Put Roofs on Buye Churches

Since July, our companion partners in the Diocese of Buyé in Burundi have been able to put roofs on churches in Gatare sub-parish, St....

Christian Basics Weekend

Join Starting at the Beginning author the Rev. Tim Chesterton, and Diocese of Edmonton Bishop Stephen London, on November 3 and 4, at...

Diocesan Appointment

Bishop Stephen London is pleased to appoint the Very Rev. Neil Gordon as Interim Priest-in-Charge, 0.50 time, of the parish of St. John...

Revive Discipleship Program

The Diocese of Edmonton is offering the Revive Discipleship Program (at no cost to participants), both in-person at St. Matthias,...

Clergy Day - Queerly Beloved Diocesan Group

The next Clergy Day will be held Thursday, December 14, 9:30 am to 3:00 pm, at St. Timothy's, 8420-145 Street NW, Edmonton. The morning...

Cathedral and Synod Office to Welcome Joint Office Administrator

Bishop Stephen London and Dean Alexandra Meek are pleased to announce their appointment of RJ Chambers as Joint Office Administrative...

Bishop Steve Celebrates Milestone Service

Bishop Stephen London visited St. Peter’s, Lac La Nonne last week, fulfilling the goal he set when he was elected bishop in 2021 to...

Picture Perfect

Thank you to Brian Jolly, chair of the diocesan Property and Planning Sub-committee, for sharing this lovely picture of St. Aidan and...

Bishop Steve Meets with Bishops in Niagara Falls

This week, Bishop Stephen London is meeting with his colleagues at the national House of Bishops in Niagara Falls ON. Here he is...

Synod Office and Cathedral Teams Welcome RJ Chambers

When you call or visit the Synod Office or All Saints' Cathedral now, you will likely be greeted by RJ Chambers. RJ started as the...

Not Feeling Well? Please Worship from Home

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...

Choral Evensong

All are welcome to join Jeremy Spurgeon and the Cathedral Choir for Choral Evensong on Sunday, November 5, at 7 pm. Hope to see you there! 

Michael Coren to Lead Talk on Social Gospel

The Rev. Michael Coren, assistant curate at St. Luke's, Burlington in Niagara diocese, author of 18 books and a contributing columnist...

You're Invited: Potluck/Karaoke Party!

St. Peter the Apostle Anglican Congregation (meeting at St. Matthias) invites everyone to a potluck/karaoke party after their church...

Consultant Search Sets Strategic Planning Process in Motion

A diocesan strategic planning committee has begun the process of finding a consultant to prepare a strategic plan that will incorporate...

Inclusive Worship Service

The Disability Inclusion Team of the Social Justice Committee is holding an inclusive worship service on Saturday, November 18, 2 pm,...

Clergy Day: Parish Life and Liturgy Handbook

The next Clergy Day, an introduction to the Parish Life and Liturgy Handbook, will be held Thursday, November 16, 9:30 am to 3:30 pm,...

Get into an Advent State of Mind with Cursillo

The Edmonton Anglican Cursillo community hopes you can join them online, on Friday, November 24, at 7 pm. Bishop Stephen London has...

Diocesan Appointment

Bishop Stephen London is pleased to announce the appointment of the Rev. Rob Key as Deacon in the Parish of Holy Trinity, Edmonton as...

Epiphany Potluck

Clergy of the Diocese of Edmonton and their families (if you don't have a spouse or children, bring the person or people you consider...

Diocesan Appointment

Bishop Stephen London is pleased to appoint the Rev. Susan Ormsbee as Interim Priest in Charge of St. Margaret's, Edmonton effective...

December 2023 Messenger - Finding Our Way

The December 2023 edition of The Messenger, the monthly news publication of the dioceses of Athabasca and Edmonton, is now available to...

Lodgepole Pop-Up Holiday Cafe

The Lodgepole Bakery, a social enterprise business providing education, work experience and reintegration support for community...

Edmonton Diocese Congratulates 8th Bishop of Brandon

Congratulations to the Ven. Rachael Parker who was chosen as Bishop-elect of the Diocese of Brandon on Saturday, November 25. Parker...

Christmas Lessons and Carols Service

All are invited to a Christmas Lessons and Carols Service featuring the Christ Church Choir and the Diocesan Children's Choir, on...

Lay Evangelist 2024/25 Formation Program

The Edmonton diocese will begin a new formation program for Lay Evangelists in 2024. The formation will take place over 10 Saturday...

Join the Creativity Exchange!

Diocesan communications is looking for four to six people to contribute ideas as part of a Creativity Exchange. The exchange is a new...

Give the Gift of Life During the Holiday Season

Canadian Blood Services reminds us that donating blood or plasma between December 22 and January 7 is critical. They ask that eligible...

Queerly Beloved Supporting Safe, Affirming Worship Communities

Members of Queerly Beloved, a working group of the Diocese of Edmonton Social Justice Committee, hosted a recent Clergy Day in the...

Season of Giving Community Meals Appeal

Looking for a way to make a difference this Advent and Christmas? The PrayerWorks community meal outreach needs your support. A...

All Are Welcome to Join Us!

Parishes of the Anglican Diocese of Edmonton welcome you this Christmas. You can find out more about our parishes and their service...

The Messenger January 2024

Read online or download the January 2024 edition of The Messenger Click here to receive a print subscription to The Messenger or to...

Register Now for Lay Evangelist Formation Program

The Edmonton diocese is now accepting applications for the 2024-25 Lay Evangelist Formation Program. The formation will be led by the...

Parishes Invited to Host Remembering the Children Weaving

Hosting the Remembering the Children Weaving is one of many ideas Fiona Brownlee, Aboriginal and Rural Communities Liaison, Diocese of...

Revive Invitation

Bishop Stephen London invites lay leaders to participate in the Revive Christian Discipleship program offered at no cost by the...

Diocesan Appointment

Bishop Stephen London is pleased to announce the continuance of the appointment of Mr. Fred Matthews as Lay Reader in Charge of the...

Diocesan Appointment

Bishop Stephen London is pleased to announce the appointment of the Rev. Ruth Sesink Bott as Interim Assisting Priest of Christ Church,...

Diocesan Appointment

Bishop Stephen London is pleased to appoint the Rev. Jordan Giggey as Deacon in Mission of Lodgepole Communitas (including the Anglican...

Diocesan Appointment

Bishop Stephen London is pleased to appoint the Rev. Ruth Sesink Bott as Interim Assisting Priest, Christ Church, Edmonton, effective...

Building an "Epiphany Church"

In this meditation, Bishop Stephen London shares his thoughts on building an "Epiphany Church" - a community where everyone is welcome.

Pre-Lent Clergy Quiet Day

The next Clergy Day,  a retreat day to prepare for Lent, will be held at Good Shepherd, 15495 Castle Downs Road NW, Edmonton, on...

Racial Justice Sunday

Bishop Stephen London is excited to announce that Racial Justice Sunday will be observed in the Diocese of Edmonton on Sunday, February...

ACC Celebrating 30th Anniversary of Women as Episcopal Leaders

In February, the Anglican Church of Canada will mark the 30th anniversary of the day it first consecrated a woman as bishop. The Rt....

Say Yes! to Kids Has Provided $41,000 To YEG Ministries

Since 2021, Say Yes! to Kids has provided more than $41,000 in funding to 6 projects in the Diocese of Edmonton. Beneficiaries in the...

Lenten Noon-hour Concert Series

Holy Trinity Anglican Church invites you to join them over the lunch hour for beautiful music in the contemplative surroundings of...

'Racism a Spiritual Issue'

Yovella M., a member of St. George's, Edmonton and the diocesan anti-racism working group, thinks Anglicans should view systemic racism...

Racial Justice Sunday

Yovella M., a member of St. George's, Edmonton and the Anti-racism working group, spoke with us about Racial Justice Sunday, an...

Join Bishop Stephen for Ecumenical Youth Event

Bishop Stephen London invites youth from the Edmonton diocese to join him at an Ecumenical Youth Event, hosted by the Alberta Synod...

Picture Your Parish Here!

RJ has been up to something at the Synod Office. Here he is with our version of a living wall - pictures of mission and ministry in...

Strategic Planning Process to Launch with Another Way Consultant

The Diocese of Edmonton has selected an Edmonton-based consultant to lead the first phase of the Diocesan Strategic Plan. At its...

Diocesan Appointment

Bishop Stephen London is pleased to announce the appointment of the Rev. Cameron Burns as Interim Priest-in-Charge, St. John the...

2024-25 Lay Evangelist Formation Program

The Edmonton diocese will begin a new formation program for Lay Evangelists in 2024. The formation will take place over 10 Saturday...

30 Years an Anglican Bishop

On the 30th anniversary of her consecration as an Anglican bishop, the CBC's Up North with Jonathan Pinto radio program interviewed...

Diocesan Appointment

Bishop Stephen London is pleased to announce the appointment of the Rev. Nick Trussell as Assisting Priest at All Saints' Cathedral as...

Diocesan Appointment

Bishop Stephen London is pleased to announce the appointment of the Rev. Quinn Strikwerda as Interim Assisting Priest at St. John the...

Save the Date: 69th Synod

We are already on the home stretch of February and parishes have either had or are gearing up for their Annual General Meetings....

Parishes Changing Lives Around the World

At the invitation of Jeffrey Hanger, Primate’s World Relief and Development Fund (PWRDF) Representative, Diocese of Edmonton, people...

Morning and Evening Online Prayer

This Lenten season, St. Paul’s, Edmonton invites all to join together online for Morning and Evening Prayer. We pray together on Zoom,...

Cancelled: HTAC Speaker Series

Due to a medical emergency, the Holy Trinity Speaker Series scheduled for this Saturday, March 9 has been cancelled. Thank you for your...

Standing in Solidarity with Trans and Gender-diverse Community

"I praise you, for I am fearfully and wonderfully made." - Psalm 139 Queerly Beloved, the LGBTQ2SIA+ working group of the diocesan...

Bishop's Tour Continues at St. Paul's, Leduc

Continuing his second full tour of the diocese, Bishop Stephen London spent a “great morning” at St. Paul’s in Leduc on Sunday, March...

Diocesan Easter Vigil Service

Following our warmly received gathering last year, we invite parishes to come together for the Diocesan Easter Vigil Service on March...

March 2024 Issue of In Touch

The March 2024 issue of In Touch, the quarterly newsletter of the Diocese of Edmonton ACW, is available to download or read online....

Joint Clergy Day with Ecumenical Partners

Church leaders will have another opportunity to hear about how the gospel is being lived out in different contexts at a Joint Clergy...

Listening in Spirit: Shaping Our Future Together

The Anglican Diocese of Edmonton invites you to listen in spirit together about ways in which your parish is flourishing, and the ways...

From Sorrow to Joy - Good Friday for Families

From Sorrow to Joy: Good Friday for Families at All Saints’ Cathedral, 10035 103 St NW, Edmonton, on March 29, at 1 pm. All ages are...

Queerly Beloved Book Study

Join Queerly Beloved as we engage in the spiritual practice of forming a rule of life from a queer context in a safe and open...

The Place Between Our Fears

St. Matthew's, 125 Larose Dr., St. Albert, is elated to host authors Dawn Hurley and Argentine Imanirakunda on Sunday, April 7, 2 pm,...

St. George's Making Music with the Cognitively Impaired

“Who remembers Elvis?” a guitarist strumming the chords of “Love Me Tender,” asks a small group of older adults sitting in the front...

"Learn, Speak Up, Act!" to End Racial Discrimination

Today, March 21, is the International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination Through the campaign #FightRacism, we are...

Happy 20th Ordination Anniversary Bishop Stephen and Stephanie London!

The ordination of Stephen and Stephanie London 20 years ago was newsworthy all on its own, but that they were ordained by Bishop...

Bishop Stephen Preaches at Consecration of Bishop Rachael Parker

Bishop Stephen London travelled to Brandon MB to preach at the Consecration of Bishop Rachael Parker (formerly rector of Dayspring...

AFC Evensong, Reception and AGM

The Anglican Foundation of Canada, in partnership with All Saints’ Anglican Cathedral in Edmonton, is pleased to celebrate Evensong and...

Year-round Need for Blood and Plasma Donations

Donating blood and/or plasma is a lifesaving act of generosity. Not everyone can be a donor, but if you are able, please consider...

Have a Blessed Easter!

"Do you not know that all of us who have been baptized into Christ Jesus were baptized into his death? Therefore we have been buried...

Register Now for Spring Session of Revive!

Registration is now open for the spring sessions of Revive, a discipleship program offered by the Diocese of Edmonton. The next six...

Clergy Service an Act of Love During Holy Week

In an act of love and appreciation for the clergy of the Diocese of Edmonton, Bishop Stephen London welcomed all to All Saints’...

The Messenger April 2024

Download the April 2024 issue of The Messenger, a collection of news and stories from the Dioceses of Athabasca and Edmonton. To...

Join Us on Our Journey of Listening in Spirit by Sharing Your Voice!

Earlier this week, your parish was invited to participate in the first phase of the Diocese of Edmonton's strategic planning process,...

Diocesan Appointment

Bishop Stephen London is pleased to appoint the Rev. Eric Kregel as Assistant Priest at St. Paul's Anglican Church, Edmonton. Kregel...

Diocesan Appointment

Bishop Stephen London is pleased to appoint the Rev. Lisa Wojna as Rector of St. George's, Devon. 

Pentecost Service of Ordination and Installation

Bishop Stephen London is pleased to announce that on Pentecost, Sunday, May 19, it is his intention, God willing, to ordain to the...

Listening in Spirit Parishioner Survey

In this time of transformation and newness of life, we ask you to think about your parish community and its current reality: In what...

Invitation to the Bishop’s Fund Reception

The annual Bishop's Fund event returns on May 2, at 5 pm, as a reception with light bites, wine and other refreshments, at the...

Final Celebration of Ministry for HTR

You are invited to the Final Celebration of Ministry Service for Holy Trinity Riverbend on Sunday, April 28, 2 pm, at Providence...

PWRDF Representatives Spring Gathering

Anyone interested in the work of the Primate's World Relief and Development Fund (PWRDF) is invited to a spring gathering with Jeffrey...

Preaching and Teaching

Bishop Stephen London travelled two hours east of Edmonton for a service with the Rev. Colleen Sanderson at St. John's in Sedgewick on...

Socks for The Mustard Seed

During Lent, the Sunday school children of St. David’s watched an animated video about Jesus washing his disciples’ dirty feet. (Their...

Diocesan Appointment

Bishop Stephen London is pleased to appoint the Rev. Rebecca Harris as Assistant Priest at St. Matthew's Anglican Church, St. Albert. 

Full-time Ministry Opportunity!

The Bishop of Edmonton invites applications for the position of Incumbent of Dayspring Ministries. This is a full-time position...

You're Invited: Neurodiverse Family Service

The diocesan Disability Justice Team hopes you can join them for a Neurodiverse Family Service on May 11, 2 pm, at St. Timothy's, 8420...

Diocesan Appointment

Bishop Stephen London is pleased to appoint the Rev. Laureta Blondin as Interim Priest at Dayspring Ministry (parishes of St. Thomas',...

Easter Season Visit to St. David's, Edmonton

Continuing his travels throughout the diocese, Bishop Stephen London celebrated with the Rev. Dr. Renée Desjardins and the community of...

Celebration of New Ministry!

Please join the parish of St. George's, Devon, on Tuesday, May 7, at 7 pm, in welcoming the Rev. Lisa Wojna as rector. All are welcome!...

Diocesan Appointment

Bishop Stephen London is pleased to appoint the Rev. Sarah Holmstrom as Interim Priest-in-Charge at St. Michael and All Angels, Edmonton.

Thank You for Taking Part in the Survey!

A huge thank you to everyone who completed a parish member survey and/or a clergy/parish leader survey. We value your insight into the...

Rural Churches: Working Towards Cultural Unity

The Social Justice Committee of the Diocese of Edmonton invites all who are interested to St. Columba Anglican Church, 5703 50 Ave,...

Ecumenical Leaders 'Dare to Share' about Ministering Together

A clergy day for ecumenical leaders to “Dare to Share” and discuss further possibilities for creating Ecumenical Shared Ministries...

Unfamiliar Roads Lead to Infinite Possibilities

On Sunday, April 28, the Rev. Dr. Scott Sharman, Canon to the Ordinary; Ecumenical and Interfaith Coordinator, Diocese of Edmonton,...

You're Invited to an Outdoor Movie Night!

Join us at St. Margaret's, 12603 Ellerslie Rd. SW, Edmonton, for a fun, outdoor movie night on Friday, May 31, at 9:30 pm, on...

Pastoral Care While in Hospital

Did you know, you or a loved one can receive a pastoral visit from the Anglican Hospital Chaplain while in hospital? When you are...

Pack Your Bags for Clergy Camp

The first-ever Clergy Camp, a time for clergy to relax and gather through un-conference activities, will be held June 11 to 13 at Star...

Diocesan Appointments

Bishop Stephen London is pleased to appoint the Rev. Canon Chelsy Bouwman as Archdeacon for Rural Ministry, and the Rev. Jonathan Crane...

Community-organizing Leadership Training

The Greater Edmonton Alliance (GEA) will offer its Foundation for Community Organizing Course on May 24 and 25. The Diocese of Edmonton...

Large, Diverse Edmonton Parish Seeking Incumbent

The Bishop of Edmonton invites applications for the position of Incumbent of St. John the Evangelist in Edmonton  St. John the...

Mass Diocesan Discernment an All-Hands-on-Deck Approach to Decision-Making

"We need to have these kinds of conversations." Listening in Spirit engagement consultant Anna Bubel often hears this kind of...

Military Ordinariate and Edmonton Diocese Welcome Deacons and Chancellor

The Anglican Diocese of Edmonton celebrated the ordination of two deacons and the installation of its chancellor on Pentecost Sunday,...

69th Synod of Diocese of Edmonton to Gather in October

The disciples on the Road to Emmaus were about at their lowest point. Their whole world had been turned on its head, and everything...

The Messenger June 2024

Download the May 2024 issue of The Messenger, a collection of news and stories from the Dioceses of Athabasca and Edmonton. To receive...

Parish Engagment Sessions Reach Halfway-Point

Anna Bubel, the consultant leading the Diocese of Edmonton in our parish engagement process, reports that she has now met with 22...

Parish Engagement Sessions Reach Halfway-Point

Anna Bubel, the consultant leading the Diocese of Edmonton in our parish engagement process, reports that she has now met with 22...

Edmonton Delegates Reflect on Historic Provincial Synod

The 51st Provincial Synod, held at Holy Cross Anglican Church in Calgary, gathered together bishops, clergy and laity from 10 diverse...

Diocesan Appointment

Bishop Stephen London is pleased to appoint the Rev. Armand Mercier as Interim Assisting Priest at Good Shepherd, Edmonton. This...

Diocesan Appointment

Bishop Stephen London is pleased to appoint the Rev. Christa Eisbrenner as Interim Deacon at Christ Church, Edmonton. This position...

Diocesan Appointment

Bishop Stephen London is pleased to appoint the Rev. Arthur Dyck as Incumbent of the Parish of St. Peter's, Edmonton. This position...

In Touch Newsletter of the ACW

The June issue of In Touch, the newsletter of the Diocese of Edmonton ACW (Anglican Church Women) can be downloaded here.

Full Immersion Baptism a Highlight of St. Paul's Service Celebrating Youth

Congratulations to the young people of St. Paul’s, Edmonton who were baptised and/or confirmed by Bishop Stephen London on Sunday, June...

Lodgepole Communitas Celebrates Volunteers

It was extra special for the coordinators of the Lodgepole Communitas ministry to be able to bring all our volunteer teams together,...

Pre-Synod Bible Study

In anticipation of coming together for Synod in October, join the Synod Planning Committee on Saturday, September 21, from 10 am to...

Peter Yeung Honoured for 50 Years as a Priest of Christ

The Rev. Peter Yeung was honoured by his parish, St. Philip's, in Westlock, and Bishop Stephen London, on June 16, 2024. "I had the...

Listening Sessions Winding Down

Consultant Anna Bubel has now engaged with all but a handful of parishes, quite a feat considering the two-month time frame she was...

Team Anglican on Track to Top Annual Donations

Team Anglican is on track to set a team-best record for annual blood donations. Since joining the Partners for Life program, Team...

Diocesan Children's Choir Welcoming Singers for 24/25 Season!

The Diocese of Edmonton Children's Choir (DECC), directed by Laura Hawley, is gearing up for its third season! The children's choir is...

Spiritual Exercises of St. Ignatius Retreat in Daily Life

Spiritual directors Pat Jameson and the Rev. Jonathan Crane, rector of St. Augustine of Canterbury, Edmonton, will be facilitating a...

EfM Offers Deeper Understanding of Christian Faith

Education for Ministry (EfM) is a four-year theological education program for lay people (participants commit to one year (36 weeks) at...

Synod Update July 9: Prayer, Resolutions Primer and Call for Nominations

We are full-on into summer and planning for our 69th Synod to be held in the fall. If you are a Synod delegate or appointee, or simply...

Summer a Critical Time for Blood Donations

According to CBS, donations tend to lag over the summer months and drop significantly over long weekends. If you are not going away...

Londons Experience 'Gospel Being Lived Out' in Companion Diocese

The past week has been full of excitement and blessings for Bishop Stephen and the Rev. Stephanie London. If you have seen any of the...

Joy of Companion Partners the 'Single Best Thing'

Returning to the Synod Office this week, Bishop Stephen London, shared with diocesan staff that the “single best thing” about his...

Diocesan Family of Churches Upholds Jasper Community in Prayer

"We are a diocesan family of churches, and we will walk with each other," Bishop Stephen London said in a Pastoral Letter to members...

Listening in Spirit Update - August 1, 2024

Dear friends, I wanted to write to give you a brief update on our Strategic plan process. As we head into August, Anna Bubel, our...

September 15 is PWRDF Sunday!

Parishes in the Diocese of Edmonton are invited to observe September 15 as PWRDF Sunday! Jeffrey Hanger, PWRDF Diocesan Representative,...

Youth Bowling Night!

All youth of the Edmonton diocese, ages 13 to 17, and their friends are invited to a Youth Bowling Night on Saturday, September 21,...

Anglican Community Reaches Out to Victims of Jasper Wildfire

Updated August 14, 2024 When 500-foot flames leapt toward mountain tops on July 23, there was little more firefighters, first...

Many 'Ah-ha!' Moments During Discovery Phase of Strategic Planning Journey

By July, Anna Bubel, Strategic Planning Committee Consultant, had met with every parish in the Diocese of Edmonton, either in person or...

Diocesan Appointment

Bishop Stephen London is pleased to appoint the Rev. Christian Gordon as Rector of St. Patrick's Anglican Church, Edmonton, effective...

Being a Good Neighbour

Jeffrey Hanger, Primate's World Relief and Development Fund Rep (PWRDF) for the Diocese of Edmonton encourages parishes to celebrate...

Grieving Together Through Life's Challenges

UPDATE: The fall program has reached maximum participant capacity. Have you lost a loved one to: Death? Divorce? Estrangement?...

Cursillo Ice Cream Social

All Cursillo members, family and friends are invited to enjoy cool treats and fellowship at an ice cream social on August 24, from 5 to...

Autumn Ladies' Gathering

The ladies of St. Augustine's Parkland invite all women of the Edmonton Diocese to a day of visiting and fun on Saturday, September...

September $5 Coffee-hour Fundraiser

Since 2018, people in our diocese have raised funds through an autumn coffee-hour appeal inviting people to give $5 to make a...

Cursillo AGM

The Cursillo AGM will be held on September 28, at St. Timothy's, 8420 145 St. NW, Edmonton, at 5:30 pm. There will be a light supper at...

Full-time Ministry Opportunity

The Bishop of Edmonton invites applications for the position of Incumbent of Dayspring Ministries – this is a full-time position that...

Diocesan Appointment

Bishop Stephen London is pleased to appoint the Rev. Aaron Parsall-Myler as Rector of St.Margaret's Anglican Church, Edmonton,...

St. Augustine's-Parkland Consecration Service

The Parish of St. Augustine's-Parkland, Spruce Grove invites you to join in a 20th-anniversary celebration and consecration of the...

Last Call for Synod Nominations!

A warm reminder to Synod delegates that the deadline for Nominations for positions on Executive Council, delegates to General Synod,...

69th Synod Registration

Registration for the 69th Synod of the Diocese of Edmonton is now open. Please register by noon on Monday, September 23 by clicking...

St. Thomas', Wainwright Gives Five for Friends in Diocese of Buyé

The parish of St. Thomas’, Wainwright (Dayspring Ministry) greeted September in a spirit of generosity by raising money for medical...

Diocesan Appointment

Bishop Stephen London is pleased to appoint the Rev. Ruth Sesink Bott as interim priest-in-charge of St. George's Anglican Church,...

Adaptive Leadership Workshop

Led by the Rev. Clara King, this in-person workshop, which will be held on Thursday, September 19, at All Saints' Cathedral from 9:00...

Christian Music Duo Infinitely More in Concert!

Award-winning Christian music duo Infinitely More is bringing “The Oh-So-Grateful Tour” to St. Matthias Anglican Church, 6210 - 188 St...

PrayerWorks Community Meals Need You

Community meals at Lodgepole Alberta Avenue (St. Faith's Anglican Church) resume on September 19. We are looking for volunteers to help...