October Issue: Ora et Labora

In this issue, Dr. Obren Amiesimaka begins by looking at The Rule of St. Benedict and explains what work and prayer are. Ultimately, he says, it is a balance of the two that leads to a healthy spiritual life. Following this, Sr. Mary Coswin writes on how our desires and longings

There is No Riot Here: On Campus Protests and Radical Hope

Today, I helped pack my daughter’s bags for camping. Like countless times before, there was a long list of needed items—both for her and to share with fellow campers: sunscreen, rain gear, water bottles, flashlights, craft supplies, paints, paintbrushes, Bristol board, etc. Together, we dusted off her childhood craft supplies

A Time to Come Together, A Time to Build

 The Anti-Racism Black Anglican Network hosted its first conference at St. John’s College from August 14 to 17.  The conference was a success and had presentations that were both informative and challenging. All the presenters were well prepared, and I was privileged to speak alongside them. There were experts in

Introducing the St John’s Theology Hub

You may have noticed over the past year that there has been a resurgence in activity around theological education in the diocese and particularly at St John’s College. Back in 2016, the Synod accepted a report on the future of theological education in Rupert’s Land that made a number of

September Issue: For Every Season

Welcome to a new season of Rupert’s Land News. We begin this issue with Iain Luke, Prolocutor of the Ecclesiastical Province of the Northern Lights, explaining what an ecclesiastical province is, and how changing the name better represents the land and the people which it contains. Next, Jane Barter examines

June Issue: Generations

We start this month’s issue off with an article from the Rev. Theo Robinson on the resolution at General Synod on Pastoral Liturgies for Journeys for Gender Transition and Affirmation. This article explores the context leading up to the resolution and the good news of the Anglican Church of Canada

Why Refugee Sunday?

Photo: Annie Spratt   By: Marlene Smith Earlier this year the Primate, Archbishop Linda Nicholls, issued an invitation to dioceses and parishes across the country to mark a Refugee Sunday at some point in the lead up to World Refugee Day (June 20) or at some other time in the

Celebrating the Voices of Black Anglicans

  Image by: KaLisa Veer   By: Dr. Ebele Felix When we consider the broader framework of worship, there are many diverse and interconnected components that come together to create a meaningful and holistic expression of faith. In this tapestry, there exists a melody that transcends time and space—a song

Synod Delegates Speak

Image by: Jennifer R.   Susan Roe-Finlay RLN: How did you first become a Synod Delegate? SRF: At first [St. Luke’s] just needed someone to be a delegate and I thought I could do that. I’d been in my parish long enough I thought I knew enough. That was in

Sing a New Song unto the Lord: The Relationship of Music and Liturgy

Image by: Austin Pacheco   By: Edmund Laldin One of the definitions of liturgy is the ‘work of the people.’ It simply means that the liturgy is composed for and by the worshipping community to be relevant and representative of their needs, concerns, thanksgivings, and inspiration for the kingdom of

CURRENT ISSUE

Rise Up, My Love

To begin this issue, the Right Reverend Rachael Parker, Bishop of Brandon, writes on her experience stepping into the role of bishop. With just over one year of experience under her belt, she shares what she has learned about her ministry and how her experience and knowledge can help us prepare for our future with a new bishop.

The Bible has a vast number of instances where God shows His love for His people. In the next article, Dr. Obren Amiesimaka tells us about many of these examples, especially in the story of Jonah. The message is clear: where there is love, God is there.

Following this, Dr. Ryan Turnbull introduces the Anglican Poetics Project. He provides insights as to how poetry can help our individual faith and the life of this Diocese. This project gives us an amazing opportunity to explore poetry with workshops, lectures, and retreats in this upcoming year.

Lastly, Ben Girgis shares how food is a way that we can imitate God’s love. He tells us how he learned from his mother and the Bible that God feeds His people, and therefore, we should feed one another. As many share Easter meals with family and friends, may we remember that God is the spiritual food that nourishes our souls.

Peace be with you, for truly, He is risen!

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