Dear Friends in Christ, Greetings in this season of illumination. May we continually give thanks to God for the gift of life. The past months have been overwhelming and difficult, and they have also been an undeniable blessing in God. As light has shone, the Church has learned new skills
“Nurturing generous-hearted living may be one of the greatest things we can do for young people,” says Judy Rois, Executive Director, Anglican Foundation of Canada. After launching AFC’s Generosity podcast in 2020, Canon Rois is deepening this theme in 2021, with her latest children’s book, Generous People are Everywhere. “This
It is no secret that the global pandemic has transformed the Church in a myriad of ways. Pastoral care is now offered by phone call or Facetime, worship by podcast or Zoom, and after decades or more of saying that the church is not the building, we are now really
The Archivist for the Diocese of Rupert’s Land (Diocese) reports to the Bishop, Diocese of Rupert’s Land and provides professional and specialized archival knowledge, services, support, assistance, and leadership to the Diocese and its parishes in support of the retention and preservation of the cultural, historical, and legislative value of
2020 has seen the Church through a year of pain, growth, and transformation. As the Anglican Communion enters a new calendar year, we’re reflecting on transitions—those behind us and those yet to come. Heather McCance, our own Diocesan Ministry Developer, shares insight from her work with parishes in Rupert’s Land;
‘In the wilderness prepare the way of the Lord, make straight in the desert a highway for our God. Every valley shall be lifted up, and every mountain and hill be made low; the uneven ground shall become level, and the rough places a plain. Then the glory of the
EVERY DOLLAR YOU GIVE HELPS CHANGE A LIFE, AND EVERY DOLLAR YOU GIVE DURING THE MONTH OF DECEMBER IS DOUBLED! Your continued generosity towards 1JustCity and Just a Warm Sleep has saved the lives of countless Winnipeggers. Now, we want to take the next step in completing a $2M renovation that will
Dear Friend in Christ, I wish to share the following note of thanks from the Companion Diocese Committee Chair Chris Barnes . . . Dear Parishes Re: Temperature Devices (Electronic Thermometers) We would like to extend to you our deepest thanks and appreciation for the tremendous response to the request
This December, as we celebrate a more solitary season of Advent, we’re making a case for rest. Rachel Twigg Boyce kicks off the issue with an expression of her love for Advent, in all its countercultural splendor, and ultimately makes a plea for peace and compassion over obsessive productivity. Mary
To the Friends of the Bishop Fund Membership. Dear Friends in Christ, Greetings in Christ, who journeys with us through extraordinary times! I am filled with gratitude each day as I remember you and our diocese in prayer. Last year at the annual Friends of the Bishop dinner we were
The following list includes current COVID-19 activities and resources, compiled from both inside and outside of the diocese. It is a complementary list to the one that was created back in March 2020, which is available here on the Diocese of Rupert’s Land website. COVID-19 Resources All Saints Every Sunday
St. Philip’s, Hodgson: December 24, 2020, 8:00 p.m. Winnipeg, MB – Christmas Eve Service Zoom link available here: https://zoom.us/j/96735671899 St Peter, Dynevor: December 24, 2020, 7:00 p.m. Winnipeg, MB – Christmas Eve Service Zoom link available here: https://zoom.us/j/99918221333 St. Matthew’s, Peguis:< December 24, 2020, 9:00 PM Winnipeg, MB – Christmas
St John’s College, a founding and member College of the University of Manitoba, invites applications for the position of Warden & Vice-Chancellor. Along with the University of Manitoba and the Anglican Church, St John’s College is committed to working towards reconciliation and Indigenization. The Warden & Vice-Chancellor will: Provide dynamic
Canadian Foodgrains Bank is pleased to announce its inclusion as a Top 10 Impact Charity by Charity Intelligence Canada for 2020. The annual list by Charity Intelligence examines return on investment for each dollar donated “This repeated public affirmation of our work, and the work of our members and partners,
November 11, 2020 To All Disciples of the Diocese of Rupert’s Land. Dear friends in Christ, Greetings in Jesus Christ, the One who leads us in extraordinary and liminal time. In keeping with the directives set forth by the Province of Manitoba, as of November 12, 2020 all in-person worship
“For much of this year, we have been unable to meet together [except virtually]. And yet in spite of our physical separation, we have been successful! With all our individual efforts and prayer, together, we have raised: $12,430!” Read the rest of the update and Note of Gratitude from the
In February, three members from the Diocese traveled to Uganda to visit our Companion Diocese. Together they have written a report compiling and sharing about their experiences, alongside some suggestions they have for our partnership moving forward. The report is especially important because it speaks to our partnership in the midst of
St. Matthews Maryland is looking for a volunteer from outside the parish to represent St. Matthews on the Board of WestEnd Commons. The ideal volunteer will be someone with building maintenance knowledge or experience. Contact Len Terlinski for more information: [email protected] WestEnd Commons is the social enterprise and housing project
In this month’s issue, an article by Janet Ross from the Centre for Christian Studies shares experiences of transformation from those who’ve participated in leadership and discipleship training at CCS.
April is National Poetry Month, and we have included a poem titled “Spring Delight in Praise of God (IV)” from the book Wonder-work: Selected Sonnets of Catharina Von Greiffenberg co-translated by Joanne Epp, Sally Ito, and Sarah Klassen.
Next, an interview with The Rev. Wilson Akinwale explores his new position as National President and the Board Chair of the Black Anglicans of Canada and his role on the Evangelical Lutheran anti-racism task force. Akinwale speaks to the joys and challenges of these new roles and his hopes for a Black Anglican Church in Canada.
The Rev. Helen Holbrook discusses a recent workshop on change journeys that she led at Holy Trinity aimed at helping parishioners talk through difficult periods of change in their church communities.
The Rev. Theo Robinson shares an announcement of a joint committee struck between Anglicans and Lutherans to respond to rising anti-2SLGTQIA+ rhetoric and provide community support for those within the MNO Synod and the Diocese of Rupert’s Land.
And finally, a parish profile on Stonewall Church of the Ascension offers a window into the faith community of this parish which extends far beyond the walls of the church, into the town of Stonewall and beyond.
I hope you enjoy this month’s articles.
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