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Please remember in your prayers this week
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Diocesan Appointments
Bishop Jane Alexander is pleased to announce the following appointments:
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Improvement of fresh water springs coming soon to Kiziba
Only three weeks ago, Bishop Sixbert of Buyé diocese and Bishop Jane of Edmonton diocese announced a project to improve natural water springs in the village of Kiziba in Mwumba County, Burundi. The offertory collection from the service celebrating the 10th anniversary of Bishop Jane’s consecration in May will be directed toward this project, and it has already begun! The Diocesan Secretary in Buyé, the Rev. Dominique Ciza, wrote on Wednesday to say: "We are in the process of building Kiziba water spring. I hope to send you by next week pictures of how the activity is progressing. Meanwhile find (attached) the pictures of the spring we want to improve. For more infomation visit: http://edmonton.anglican.org/news/improvement-of-fresh-water-springs-coming-soon-to-kiziba
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Help Buyé seniors for only $5
Here's an idea for a simple fundraiser that will make a world of difference to senior citizens in Buyé diocese. Edmonton diocese invites you and your parish to hold an after-service coffee hour one Sunday in September. You probably do that anyway, right? If parishioners can donate $5 on that day, the diocese will use the money to support an amazing medical initiative in Buyé. Our partners there in the Buyé Mothers' Union are working to provide seniors with a card that gives them 80% coverage of medical expenses for a year. It only costs $5 but is out of reach for most seniors, who have worked at hard physical labour most of their lives, and now don't even have a pension. For more infomation visit: http://edmonton.anglican.org/news/help-buye-seniors-for-only-5--269
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Anglican Student Ministries Website
Anglican Student Ministry, which is in charge of the University Chaplaincy for the Diocese of Edmonton, has updated and revamped its website! The changes are intended to make it easier to find out what's going on and how to get involved. Take a look! For more infomation visit:
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Summer Ice Cream SocialHosted by Cursillo Save your dessert appetite! The wind-up event for Cursillo will be an ice cream social in the church courtyard, boardroom and upstairs hall at St. Timothy’s Anglican Church, 8420 – 145 Street, Edmonton, from 7:00 pm to 10:00 pm on Friday, August 17. You’re invited to bring a lawn chair. Ice cream and toppings will be provided by the Cursillo Secretariat. Everyone is very welcome - Cursillistas, children, neighbors - everyone! For more infomation visit:
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Pizza, Pop and Paint!Friday, September 28, 5:30-9:30PM Calling all youth 11+!! Come join us for a night of food and fun and making some art together (that's the paint part!) $20 covers the pizza, pop and painting supplies but there's only room for 25 - so sign up fast! There are also 4 sponsored spots - so if you know anyone who can't afford the $20, no problem. Just let us know right away so we can get them in. RSVP to Rev. Danielle by September 26 at 780-433-5530 ext. 102 or email at assistantcurate@holytrinity.ab.ca POSTER |
Bishop Jane's Upcoming Events
Whether visiting parishes, leading and educating the community, providing pastoral support to the clergy, or representing the diocese within the worldwide communion of Anglicans, our Bishop is always on the move! Here are some of the events which Bishop Jane will be attending over the next few months: August 19: Confirmation, Reception and Blessing of Labyrinth at St. Patrick's, Whitecourt August 24: Ordination at All Saints' Anglican Cathedral, Edmonton September 16: Confirmation at St. Augustine Parkland, Spruce Grove September 30: Equally Anglican Service with Fr. Michael Lapsley at Holy Trinity Old Strathcona October 14: Confirmation at Holy Trinity Riverbend, Edmonton Are you hoping Bishop Jane will attend your event or visit your parish? For more infomation visit: http://edmonton.anglican.org/news/bishop-janes-upcoming-events--151
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Service of Ordination
It is our pleasure to announce that Bishop Jane Alexander intends, God willing, to ordain Eric Kregel, theological intern, St. George's Fort Saskatchewan, to the diaconate on Friday, August 24, 2018, 7:00 pm, at All Saints' Anglican Cathedral, Edmonton. Your prayers and presence are requested. Clergy are invited to vest. The colour is red. |
Give the Gift of Life
As Partners for Life, members of the diocese give blood through the Canadian Blood Services (CBS) Program. Together, we donated 133 units of blood in 2017, up from 85 units in our first year, so we increased our 2018 goal to 125 by December 31. So far we have given 38 units of blood toward that pledge - so a good ways to go in the next five months! Click here to join Team Anglican. Our Partner ID is ANGL696986. To donate blood, call: 1-888-236-6283 or click below for more information. For more infomation visit:
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Opportunity to Lead Interfaith Volunteer Sub-committeeApplication Deadline Extended to August 31 We need your help to continue changing people’s lives by “putting our boots to the ground.” Anglican parishes have supported Edmonton’s Plan to End Homelessness each year by volunteering for initiatives like the annual Interfaith-Habitat Works project (see the All Saints' crew on a coffee break) and the Welcome Home program. Now there is an opportunity to grow and develop these ministries. The Capital Region Interfaith Housing Initiative (CRIHI) is seeking a Chair/Coordinator for its Volunteer Sub-committee. For more infomation visit: http://edmonton.anglican.org/news/opportunity-to-lead-interfaith-volunteer-sub-committee
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Pray and Take Action for CreationBishop Jane encourages parishes to keep a Season of Creation Each year, from 1 September, the Global Day of Prayer for the Care of Creation, to 4 October, St Francis of Assisi Day, many Anglicans use the Season of Creation – also known as Creation Time – to pray and celebrate with creation, focus on the story of Earth, and commit to a ministry of healing Earth. Bishop Jane encourages all parishes of the Edmonton diocese to keep a Season of Creation. Join the global movement and register your Season of Creation celebration, plus discover many great resources at: http://seasonofcreation.org/ For more infomation visit: http://edmonton.anglican.org/news/pray-and-take-action-for-creation
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PWRDF FundraiserSaturday, September 15 at 2:00PM Come join us for afternoon tea from 2pm to 4pm on Saturday, September 15. The event will be hosted at St. Mary's Anglican Church, 5120 49 Avenue, Ponoka, in partnership with Church of the Epiphany in Rimbey. It's the launch of a fundraiser for the Primate's World Relief and Development Fund, with a presentation on the global water situation, as water plays a key part in many of the PWRDF development and relief activities both here in Canada and around the world. Come thirsty, leave inspired! |
Introduction to the Hebrew ScripturesRegister by September 7 This course, offered at All Saints’ Cathedral on Wednesday evenings starting at 7 PM, September 12, is a survey of the Hebrew Scriptures (Old Testament). It is intended for those preparing for ordination, layreaders, and those with a love for these texts and for scripture. For those new to the scriptures this course will give a solid understanding of the basic themes, issues and narrative of Hebrew scripture. For those already familiar with these texts you will encounter new ways of looking at them. For those preparing for ordination extra course work will be given to allow you to gain credit for this as part of ordination preparation. For more infomation visit: http://edmonton.anglican.org/events/introduction-to-the-hebrew-scriptures/2018-09-12
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Sign up now for Fall Course
The Rev. Tim Chesterton and Lay Evangelist Alison Hurlburt will be presenting the Stephen Ministries course 'Caring Evangelism' this Fall. The course will begin with a Friday night and all day Saturday (October 26 and 27) followed by five Tuesday evenings November 6 to December 4, from 7:00 - 9:30 p.m. Location will be Christ Church, Edmonton. POSTER
For more infomation visit: http://www.edmonton.anglican.org/events/caring-evangelism-course/2018-10-26
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EfM in the Diocese
Education for Ministry (EfM) is seeking students for 2018-2019. Registration deadline extended! We are extending the date for new registrations. Please enquire any time before September. EfM is a four-year program of theological education for ministry, intended to help people become more grounded in their faith, and to discern their ministry in the church. Graduates of EfM may be found in many areas of diocesan ministry, both lay and ordained. A brief overview and registration information may be found in the attached brochure. For more infomation visit:
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Indiginews
Contact: The Ven. Travis Enright, Archdeacon for Indigenous Ministry: rev.enright@gmail.com / 780-477-5931 Fiona Brownlee, Aboriginal and Rural Communities Liaison: f.brownlee@edmonton.anglican.ca / 780-312-9070 Resources: Please see the Indigenous Ministries section of the diocesan website for leaflets, web links and other resources to help you pray and act for reconciliation. Please see the City of Edmonton Indigenous Relations Office to subscribe to their Community Bulletin. For more infomation visit: http://www.edmonton.anglican.org/what-we-do/indigenous-ministries
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EISC 2018 ShowcaseFriday, August 17, 8:30am-10:00pm The Edmonton Indigenous Seniors Centre (EISC) is hosting a day of fun and indigenous entertainment for all. The event gets going with a pipe ceremony 8:30 - 10:00am. Throughout the day look forward to activities such as Moose Calling (let's hope they're not too good!), Mini Tipi Crafts, Bannock on a Stick, Face-painting, Story-telling, and a closing Round Dance. Location is Cottage E: 10107 134 Avenue, Edmonton. Call 587-525-8969 for more information. POSTER |
Commemorate the signing of Treaty 6(photo: City of Edmonton) Friday, August 17: Treaty No. 6 Recognition Day Saturday and Sunday, August 18 and 19: We Are All Treaty People Weekend
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Rolling River Rampage VBSSt. Augustine Parkland This year was a new experience for St. Augustine’s Parkland’s Vacation Bible School because we decided to partner up with St. Matthew’s Lutheran Church. Around thirty children attended! The theme was "Rolling River Rampage." We managed the heat and the smoke, learned lessons from the bible and developed friendships through fun and faith. This year was a great success and a great ecumenical adventure. Submitted by the Rev. Billy Isenor For more infomation visit: http://edmonton.anglican.org/news/st-augustine-rolling-river-rampage-vbs
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Community BBQ!Summer Fridays at Christ Church We're all about bringing people together! Join your neighbours this Friday for food, fellowship, and fun. There will be games for kids and the young at heart, in addition to the delicious BBQ fare being served. Can't wait to meet you in Christ Church garden at 12116 - 102 Avenue, Edmonton. |
Centering Prayer Evenings
Centering Prayer evenings are continuing through the summer: St. David’s Anglican Church (corner of 85th Street and 79th Avenue) at 7:00 on Sunday evenings. Contact Susan Storey at 780-463-2451 for more information. All Saints' Cathedral at 7:00 Monday evenings (except holiday Mondays). Contact Mike Lynch at 780-242-5082 for more information. Meetings include a 20-minute period of Centering Prayer followed by a reading, CD, or DVD and discussion. Everyone welcome! |
Fringe Festivalat Holy Trinity Anglican Church Once again this year, Fringe Festival theatre venues 14, 15 and 16 are located at Holy Trinity in Old Strathcona - 10037 84 Avenue, Edmonton. Plus, don't forget the Tea Room, Concession and Lemonade Stand! All details and full schedule for August 16-26 are on the HTAC website. Click below. AND: Do you want to get more out of your Fringe experience? You can sign up to volunteer! Find out more and sign up online by clicking here for Front of House and here for Concession. All volunteers receive a pass to attend one show at Holy Trinity of their choosing. For more infomation visit:
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St. Patrick's to Dedicate Community LabyrinthSunday, August 19 at 10:00AM The parish of St. Patrick’s, Whitecourt will celebrate the realization of a dream on August 19. That morning the parish will welcome Bishop Jane Alexander for a Service of Confirmation, and she will bless St. Patrick's community prayer labyrinth. Since the spring, members of the parish have been busily working to transform their empty downtown church yard into a beautiful oasis for the whole community. The labyrinth is a circular foot path representing the physical, emotional and spiritual journey we all make through life. Completed at the end of July, this sacred space is intended to bring peace to those who walk it. All are welcome to visit the Labyrinth and join in the celebration! For more infomation visit: http://edmonton.anglican.org/events/st-patricks-to-dedicate-community-labyrinth/2018-08-19
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Dare to be Different Summer Camp
We are cookin' up some awesome ideas for our "Dare to be Different" summer camp, August 20-24. Camp runs 9 am - 3 pm (and overnight on Thursday!) for kids aged 6-14 and Leaders in Training aged 14-18. It's at Good Shepherd Anglican Church, 15495 Castledowns Road, Edmonton. Registration is *open* at our website. Check it out! POSTER |
Holy Trinity, Old Strathcona10037 84th Avenue, Edmonton Holy Trinity Anglican Church is a place of community and a place for art. We welcome all to join us for a night of music and spoken word on monthly Friday nights from 7:30 to 10:30pm. Upcoming Open Stage Nights are: September 7, October 5, November 2 and December 7 this year. Then next year: January 4, February 1, March 1, April 5, May 3 and June 7. Interested in performing or have questions? Leave a message on our Facebook page, and we’ll be happy to get you connected!
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The Beauty of the One - evening of musicWednesday, September 12 at 7:00PM You are invited to an evening with "Infinitely More" - a musical due who offer "a fusion of folk, pop, hymns and worship that soothes the heart and ignites the soul." Join us September 12 at St. Matthias Anglican Church, 6210–188 Street, Edmonton. The price has been kept to $10 to encourage everyone to come out. See the poster and biographies or St. Matthias' website for more details. Call the church office for tickets: 780-487-0324. |
Brunch and Learn Series 2018Presented by the Canterbury Foundation The Canterbury Foundation continues with the second of its “Brunch and Learn” series on August 19th. The event runs from 11:00am to 2:00pm and is hosted on site at our facility at 8403 142 Street in Edmonton. Each brunch theme will represent a different component of our upcoming Capital Campaign expansion project, including dementia care and residential hospice, and how they will benefit the community and our residents. Come and let us tell you all about it while enjoying a delicious brunch! (Following dates are: September 16 and November 11.) For more information, call 780-930-5581 or email: Katie Schneider |
Volleyball Summer CampKing's University |
Kappella Kyrie Slavic Chamber ChoirAuditions for 2018-19 Season Kappella Kyrie Slavic Chamber Choir invites singers to audition to join them for their upcoming 2018-19 season, which will include a concert with orchestra for the Canadian premiere of a sacred concerto by Artem Vedel’ and Vivaldi’s famous “Gloria.” Contact Dr. Melanie Turgeon to schedule an audition: (780) 243-6208 or melanie.turgeon@kingsu.ca |
Anglicans at UVicChaplain Looking to Connect with Prospective Students The Rev. Ruth Dantzer, Anglican Chaplain, University of Victoria, anglican@uvic.ca would like to connect with prospective students. If there is anyone in your church community connected to UVic, please let them know about the FB page "Anglican Campus Spirituality at UVic". Fall programs include the popular Pet Cafe and a partially funded pilgrimage on the Camino De Santiago. |
Applications Open for October
Are you a person who loves to listen to others, to hear their stories and how God is at work in their lives? Would you like to learn how to do this better? It could be that you are suited to a ministry of spiritual direction. The Studion School for Spiritual Direction is taking applications for its next group of students, who will begin studies this fall. Visit the website for more information and email with any questions to: thestudionschool@gmail.com For more infomation visit:
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ENGAGEDiscipling the Next Generation The Young Anglicans Project is presenting ENGAGE: a conference designed to "equip the saints to disciple the next generation." This event will kick off Friday evening October 12 for those who can make it. The main event is Saturday, October 13. Registration is $40 ($20 for students). A second conference presented by the Anglican Communion Alliance will run concurrently. The two side-by-side conferences will overlap with common worship, meals and some of the presentations. Click below for more information or to register.
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Opportunities for Learning and VolunteeringHelp Support the Newly Housed and Seniors Welcome Home: Are you a person who enjoys the journey, not the destination? Would you enjoy building a new life-long friendship? If so, put your faith into action by spending time with someone who is making the transition from homelessness to home. Volunteer with Welcome Home! Visit our website or call (780) 378-245. Mental Health First Aid For Seniors: If a senior sprains an ankle, chances are you will know what to do. If a senior begins to show signs of depression, chances are you won’t. The Government of Alberta is offering FREE training for anyone who is connected with seniors via their work, volunteerism, friendship or family. Sessions will be scheduled between based on interest. For more information, please visit our website. |