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July 26, 2010
1.
The bishop
is pleased to announce the appointment of the Rev. Andrew Nussey to the
Parish of St
July 16, 2010
1.
The
Rev. Bonnie Rayner
(Incumbent of Wawa/White River) requests that you remember her in your prayers
as she prepares to undergo gastric bypass surgery on Thursday, July 22, at the
2.
Youth Synod 2010 - Reckless Faith:
Live Out Loud
Please get any outstanding registration forms to Brianna Locke or the
Synod Office
as soon as possible !!
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Brianna Locke
c/o St. Christopher's Birch P0P 1A0 |
Diocese of Algoma Synod Office Box 1168 Sault Ste. Marie, ON P6A 5N7 |
July 13, 2010
1.
Alpha To Go ~ From Anywhere to Everywhere
Saturday,
August 21
"The
Alpha To Go Day is a full buffet of choices. Our visionary leaders will share
their expertise, failures and customized methods of impacting communities. We'll
focus on taking evangelism "out of the box" and share innovative ways the Alpha
course has been used successfully. You really don't want to miss this!"
-
EARLYBIRD
REGISTRATION DEADLINE IS JULY 21st (SAVE $10)!
Choose one of the 3 full-day track options:
·
Alpha Essentials
(Basics of Alpha)
·
Alpha ESOL
(English for Speakers of Other Languages)
·
Global Alpha
Training (teaching Alpha overseas)
Or choose two of
the 4 half-day track options:
·
Marriage Course &
Marriage Preparation Course
·
Alpha for Prisons
& Caring for Ex-Offenders
·
Campus Alpha
(university students)
·
Reaching the Young
with Alpha (Alpha in the Pub etc)
When, where and
what time?
Date: Saturday, August 21st
Time: 8:15 am to 5:15 pm
Address: Clearview Church, 2300 Sheridan Garden Drive, Oakville
TO DOWNLOAD
A POSTER
TO DOWNLOAD
A HANDOUT
For more information or to register click here.
www.alphacanada.org
1-800-743-0899
2.
Youth Synod 2010 -
Reckless Faith:
Live Out Loud
Please get any outstanding registration forms to Brianna Locke or the Synod
Office
as soon as possible !!
Brianna Locke
Diocese of
Algoma Synod Office
c/o St. Christopher's
Birch
P0P 1A0
P6A 5N7
July 5, 2010
1. The Rev. Richard Reed appointed to Christ Church and St Peter’s, Sault Ste Marie: Bishop Andrews is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr Richard Reed to the Parish of Christ Church and St Peter’s in Sault Ste Marie, effective 15 September 2010. Mr Reed comes to Algoma from the Diocese of Brandon, where he was the Rector of the Killarney Parish Group, which includes Holy Trinity, Killarney; St. Matthew’s, Boissevain; Christ Church, Cartwright, and St. Michael & All Angels, Ninette.
Ordained in 2005, Mr Reed has a BA from Auburn University and a MCS from Regent College, Vancouver. Originally from Tennessee, Mr Reed describes himself as ‘fairly low-church, evangelical, seasoned with reformed theology, drawn to the Anglican liturgy, with a sensitivity for engaging with God the Holy Spirit’. He and his wife, Julie-Anne, bring with them four children, Hannah, Liam, India and Ella.
2. Synod Office Summer Hours:
9 a.m. – 12 noon
Lunch – 12 noon – 1:30 p.m. (closed)
1:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.
3. Bishop Andrews: Reflections on General Synod 2010
4. Camp Manitou
Hi there Manitou directors and friends!Just a quick note to let you all know that there is still room for youth campers at Manitou this summer:
Pathfinders - Jr. Boys 8-11 - starts this Saturday June 25th and is pretty much full but could take a few last minute sign ups.Highlanders - Sr. Boys 12 and up July 3- 10Trailseekers - Jr. Girls 8-11 July 10- 17Prospectors - Sr. Girsl 12 and up July 17-24
Brochures and registration info on the web site
If someone needs a brochure mailed to them, contact Heidi Ulrichsen at heidiheidi_ho@yahoo.ca or by phone at 705-585-4096.
Pass the word, hoping every kid you know gets to go to Camp Manitou this summer....contact the Camp Director if you think a bursary is approriate.
Thank youAnne Cole
June 30, 2010
1. The Reverend Lyn Fisher: It is with some sadness that we bid farewell to Lyn Fisher. She will be taking up the position as interim Rector for St. Matthew’s Cathedral in Timmins beginning 15 July.
Lyn came to the diocese in 2000 with a background in nursing. Ordained that year by Bishop Ferris, she has served the parishes of Christ Church, Lively; St. James’, Lockerby; St. George’s, Espanola; and most recently, St. Alban the Martyr, Capreol. For seven years she was the Homes Coordinator for Sudbury’s L’Arche community, during which time she was an Honorary Assistant at Church of the Epiphany. She has an M.Div. from Wycliffe College and a MST from Regis College.
It was my [Bp. Andrews'] privilege to work with Lyn at the Epiphany and to sit at her feet. Her sermons were always deeply honest and insightful. The Diocese of Moosonee will be fortunate to have her gentle gifts and caring personality. Our best wishes and prayers go with her.
2. The Reverend Glen Miller: Bishop Andrews is pleased to announce the appointment of the Rev. Glen Miller as Pastoral Chaplain for the Sudbury-Manitoulin deanery. Pastoral chaplains assist candidates for postulancy in helping them through the discernment and selection process. A former math teacher, Glen was ordained in 1992 and has served parishes in Blind River, Thessalon, Garson, Lively, and Copper Cliff. He has been Spiritual Director for the Cursillo Movement and Regional Dean. He has an M.Div. from Wycliffe College.
3. Synod Office Summer Hours:
9 a.m. – 12 noon
Lunch – 12 noon – 1:30 p.m. (closed)
1:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.
June 28, 2010
1. We sadly advise of the death of Jack Quinn on Sunday, June 27th, 2010, peacefully surrounded by his family. He had been ill and in a nursing home for quite some time. Mr. Quinn was the father of the Rev. Marie Loewen, Regional Dean of Temiskaming, and incumbent of Christ Church, North Bay. Funeral arrangements are through Abrams Funeral Home in Tottenham. Visitation will be at the funeral home at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. on Wednesday, June 30th. The funeral will be at Grace Baptist Church in Alliston on Thursday, July 1st at 11:00 a.m.
Our prayers and condolences are sent to Marie and her family as they cope with their loss.
2. Parish Wardens and Treasurers are reminded to file the Registered Charity Information Return (T3010) by June 30, 2010. All parishes with a valid Charity Taxation Registration Number must file this return. Failure to remit will result in the Charity number being REVOKED. You can contact Revenue Canada Charities Division at 1-800-959-2221 for the form, or access this form in a PDF and PDF fillable/saveable version form online http://www.cra-arc.gc.ca/E/pbg/tf/t3010b/README.html
4. Summer Hours
Synod Office summer hours have begun.
9 a.m. – 12 noon
Lunch – 12 noon – 1:30 p.m. (closed)
1:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.
June 25, 2010
Thorneloe College School of Theology is pleased to offer a live course in Sudbury this summer. The Rev. Dr. John Harvey will lead an intensive study in the course Reading Samuel, at Thorneloe University, from July 12-16, 2010. Tuition is $300 for university credit, or $200 to audit the course. Accommodations are available in Thorneloe Residence for students from out of town. Please register no later than Monday, July 5th, 2010.
For more information, or to register, please contact David Macdonald, Distance Education Coordinator at 705-673-1730 ext.33, 1-866-846-7635 ext.33 or tcst@laurentian.ca .
What: TCST 3900 – Special Topics in Theology:
Reading Samuel
Instructor: The Rev. Dr. John Harvey
When: July 12-16, 2010
Where: Thorneloe University, Sudbury
Tuition: $300 for university credit (3 credits) or $200 to audit
Textbook: 1 and 2 Samuel by David Firth (ISBN: 978-0-8308-2508-0)
Accommodations are available in Thorneloe Residence – call for rates.
Registration Deadline: Monday, July 5th, 2010
June 21, 2010
There is still room for youth campers at Camp
Manitou this summer:
Pathfinders - Jr. Boys 8-11 - starts this Saturday June
25th and is almost full but could take a few last minute sign ups.
Highlanders - Sr. Boys 12 and up July 3- 10
Trailseekers - Jr. Girls 8-11 July 10- 17
Prospectors - Sr. Girsl 12 and up July 17-24
Brochures and registration info on the web site
If someone needs a brochure mailed to them, contact Heidi
Ulrichsen at heidiheidi_ho@yahoo.ca
or by phone at 705-585-4096.
Please pass the word, hoping every child you know
gets to go to Camp Manitou this summer....contact the Camp Director listed
in the brochure if you think a bursary is approriate.
June 18, 2010
1. PRAISE @ THE PAVILION - The Anglican and Lutheran Churches of Sault Ste. Marie welcome all to a Worship Celebration for all ages! Sunday, June 20th, 2010 (Father’s Day), at 10:00 a.m. there will be a unique outdoor Eucharist experience at the Roberta Bondar Pavilion. Following the service, activities are planned for those in attendance. For further information, please contact St. Matthew’s Anglican Church at 705-759-2545.
2. ALL SAINTS, HUNTSVILLE, is pleased to welcome the Reverend Captain David Donevan as their guest preacher this Sunday, June 20th, at the 8:30 a.m. and 10:00 a.m. services. David is on leave from the Diocese of Algoma and is serving as a chaplain in the Canadian Armed Forces.
3. Parish Wardens and Treasurers are reminded to file the Registered Charity Information Return (T3010) by June 30, 2010. All parishes with a valid Charity Taxation Registration Number must file this return. Failure to remit will result in the Charity number being REVOKED. You can contact Revenue Canada Charities Division at 1-800-959-2221 for the form, or access this form in a PDF and PDF fillable/saveable version form online http://www.cra-arc.gc.ca/E/pbg/tf/t3010b/README.html
4. Summer Hours:
Synod Office summer hours have begun.
9 a.m. – 12 noon
Lunch – 12 noon – 1:30 p.m. (closed)
1:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.
June 14, 2010
CAMP MANITOU CLEAN-UP
A wise person once said, "Many hands make light work." We are hoping
that we can make very light work of a very important job this year. The Camp
Manitou kitchen needs a thorough cleaning prior to the beginning of camp every
year, and this year, we would like to extend the invitation to help clean to all
of you (and your friends, families, etc.).
Saturday, June 19, at 8 a.m. please join us at the dock in
Whitefish Falls. We will clean this kitchen in ONE DAY and be back on the
dock by 6 p.m. We look forward to seeing/meeting all of you. RSVP at
donatokm@hotmail.com .
May 28, 2010
1. PRAISE @ THE PAVILION
The
2.
Military Ordinariate
In
recognition of his outstanding professionalism and dedication as Army
Command Chaplain, Padre Nigel Shaw was awarded the Commander’s
Commendation on 11 March 2010 by Lieutenant General Andrew Leslie, Chief of the
Land Staff. General Leslie noted during the presentation that
Padre Shaw has effectively provided spiritual guidance to the Army through his
tireless efforts to improve the level and quality of services offered by Army
chaplains. Canon Shaw is a priest-on-leave from the Diocese
of Algoma serving with the Canadian Armed Forces.
3. Parish Wardens and Treasurers are reminded to file the Registered Charity Information Return (T3010) by June 30, 2010. All parishes with a valid Charity Taxation Registration Number must file this return. Failure to remit will result in the Charity number being REVOKED. You can contact Revenue Canada Charities Division at 1-800-959-2221 for the form, or access this form in a PDF and PDF fillable/saveable version form online http://www.cra-arc.gc.ca/E/pbg/tf/t3010b/README.html
4.
Summer Hours
Synod Office summer hours have begun.
9 a.m. – 12 noon
Lunch – 12 noon – 1:30 p.m. (closed)
1:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.
May 21, 2010
Raised in
Anne holds a BA
and a BA Hons degree in Biblical Studies from the
A service of
Collation will be held at the Church of the Ascension,
2.
The Church of St.
3.
Parish Wardens and
Treasurers are reminded to file the Registered Charity Information
Return (T3010) by June 30, 2010. All parishes with a valid
Charity Taxation Registration Number must file this return. Failure to
remit will result in the Charity number being REVOKED. You can
contact Revenue Canada Charities Division at
1-800-959-2221
for the form, or access this form in a PDF and PDF fillable/saveable
version form online
http://www.cra-arc.gc.ca/E/pbg/tf/t3010b/README.html
May 18, 2010
St. Mark's Chapel, Thorneloe University is seeking an Assistant Chaplain. Details.
May 17, 2010
1. St. George’s Anglican Church in Bruce Mines has been closed, deconsecrated, and is in the process of being sold. The altar and the font are available for any parish that would be interested in obtaining them. The altar could be the original one from the church consecrated in 1887; its dimensions are 155 cm long, 69 cm deep and 115 cm high. The top of the font is 61 cm X 61 cm (hexagonal) and 130 cm high. The Ven. Hugh Hamilton, Archdeacon of Algoma, has photos for anyone who is interested in either of these items. He may be contacted directly by e-mail hugh.hamilton@sympatico.ca
2. The Anglican Church of Canada's General Synod is now releasing its primary worship texts for free download. Please refer to the link below to access the site and a list of available texts. Also, please read the Copyright and Use webpage for specific guidelines regarding usage. http://news.anglican.ca/news/stories/2214?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=f
3. Parish Wardens and Treasurers are reminded to file the Registered Charity Information Return (T3010) by June 30, 2010. All parishes with a valid Charity Taxation Registration Number must file this return. Failure to remit will result in the Charity number being REVOKED. You can contact Revenue Canada Charities Division at 1-800-959-2221 for the form, or access this form in a PDF and PDF fillable/saveable version form online http://www.cra-arc.gc.ca/E/pbg/tf/t3010b/README.html
May 10, 2010
1.
It is with deep sadness that we
received the news of the death of The Rev’d Michael Dunnill,
who entered glory on Saturday evening (May 8th). Father Michael was
devoted to the north. He began his ministry at All Saints’, White River, in
1959, and from there he served parishes in Cobalt and
Father Michael’s gentle manner and sense of humour will be missed by his friends
and colleagues. Our prayers go out to his wife, Marilyn, and the rest of his
family. We will relay details of the funeral when they become available.
2.
Glenn Lloyd, a parishioner at Church of the Ascension,
3.
Parish Wardens and
Treasurers are reminded to file the Registered Charity Information
Return (T3010) by June 30, 2010. All parishes with a valid
Charity Taxation Registration Number must file this return. Failure to
remit will result in the Charity number being REVOKED. You can
contact Revenue Canada Charities Division at
1-800-959-2221
for the form, or access this form in a PDF
and PDF fillable/saveable version form online
http://www.cra-arc.gc.ca/E/pbg/tf/t3010b/README.html
May 6, 2010
1.
Matrimonial Commission
New procedures have been
established for Matrimonial Commission applications in the Synod Office.
Complete applications will be distributed (mailed) to Commission members
for review prior to their scheduled meeting.
It is imperative that the following deadline dates be adhered to as
applications not received by the deadline dates will be held until the following
scheduled meeting. Applications
should be sent to Liz Hamel in the Synod Office.
Should you require forms, they are available electronically by contacting
Liz at
secretary@dioceseofalgoma.com
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APPLICATION DEADLINE DATE |
MATRIMONIAL COMMISSION MEETING |
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MAY 21, 2010 |
JUNE 3, 2010 |
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JULY 16, 2010 |
JULY 29, 2010 |
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AUGUST 27, 2010 |
SEPTEMBER 9, 2010 |
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SEPTEMBER 23, 2010 |
OCTOBER 7, 2010 |
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OCTOBER 21, 2010 |
NOVEMBER 4, 2010 |
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NOVEMBER 18, 2010 |
DECEMBER 2, 2010 |
2.
Camp Manitou Summer 2010
Brochures for summer
programs at Camp Manitou were distributed to parishes earlier in April through
the Archdeacons for all the deaneries. If you did not receive any for your
parish or if you would like more please contact the volunteer Camp Secretary,
Heidi Ulrichson at
heidiheidi_ho@yahoo.ca to
make a request.
You can also find the
brochure information on the Camp Manitou web page
www.manitoucamp.org
April 12, 2010
The three presentations that will be given will address such issues as the
nature of truth, the nature of scripture, the evangelical understanding of
conversion, and the spiritual life. Each presentation will be followed by group
discussions and times of questions and answers.
The presenters will be Dr. Michael White (Registered Psychotherapist),
the Rev. David Carey (M.Div.), Father Jim Hutton (Pastor, St. Patrick’s Roman
Catholic Church), and the Rev. Dr.
The objective of the seminar is simply to help people to grow in their
relationship with God. It has been the experience of many people that the “Born
Again” or “Evangelical” understanding of the Christian faith, while most
commendable at points, has nevertheless unwittingly set some people up for great
disappointment, even despair. (Perhaps because they have not been aware that
Evangelicalism is but one expression—among many—of authentic Christian faith.)
While the seminar, then, has very practical concerns, it nevertheless must
address some intellectual matters as Evangelicalism claims to be built upon a
rational foundation.
There is no registration cost, although an offering will be taken up for the
limited costs involved in running the seminar. The rest of the proceeds will go
toward the
For further information concerning the seminar, call
2.
2. St. Christopher’s
For a
copy of the full job description, please visit the parish website at
Deadline for Applications:
April 30th, 2010
Please
direct applications and inquiries to:
The
Ven. Dr. Stephen F. Hopkins, 662
905-632-1809
shopkins@stchristophersburlington.com
3. It is with a mixture of joy and sadness that we announce the election of Archdeacon Tom Corston as the ninth bishop of the Diocese of Moosonee ( http://domaa.ca/Candidates/Corston.asp). Tom, Ruth, Andrew, Stephen and members of the Church of the Epiphany are in our prayers at this time of transition. The consecration is set to take place in Timmins on 6 July, the Octave of St Peter & St Paul.
April 9, 2010
1.
We are
sorry to report the passing of Elizabeth Hope 'Beth' Nock, nee
Adams, who died peacefully at McCormick Home,
Beth was the wife of the late Right Reverend Frank Foley Nock, former
Bishop of Algoma (1975-1983); mother of Professor David A. Nock (wife Mary) of
Thunder Bay, and Nora (husband The Rev. Leonard E. Dyer) of Surrey, B.C.;
grandmother of Christopher (Deanna) Wilson and Amanda (William) Lokay and
great-grandmother of Kyla Lokay and Ian and Abby Wilson; daughter of the late Dr
Allan Adams and Nettie Norris and her beloved step-mother Eleanora Palmer; and
sister of the late Charles Wellington Adams, Allan Norris Adams, Mary Elliott
and Susan Payson.
The funeral service will be conducted on Monday, April 19 at 1:00 p.m. at
St Aidan's
Family members ask that memorial contributions be made to The Primate's
World Relief and Development Fund, (The
April 6, 2010
1. Synod Office Restructuring: The Synod Office is being restructured and a decision has been made to shift limited resources to the priorities of the new Strategic Plan. There have already been changes in technology, including a new telephone system featuring dedicated lines and voice mail. We have also welcomed our new Congregational Development Officer, The Rev. Dr Jay Koyle.
However, in the pursuit of greater efficiency and in the course of rationalising Synod Office staff positions and structure, the position of Administrative Assistant to the Bishop held by Christine Wright is being eliminated. Christine’s last day was 12 March 2010. We are grateful for her service of nearly sixteen years, and wish her God’s richest blessing for the future.
2. Personnel developments: Nicole Poitras has informed the bishop that she had resigned from her ministry at St. Mary Magdalene, Sturgeon Falls, and was also giving up her license for ordained ministry in the Diocese of Algoma as of March 14th. She has also resigned her duties as Assistant Chaplain at St Mark’s Chapel, Thorneloe University. In surrendering her exercise of ordained ministry, she is removed from the right to exercise that office, including spiritual authority as a minister of Word and Sacraments conferred in ordination. We are grateful to the Rev’d John Stennett for agreeing to assist in providing pastoral support for the parish. Brianna Locke has agreed to serve as Acting Program and Youth Consultant for the Diocese of Algoma, to cover the maternity leave of the Rev. Heather Manuel. She can be reached at brianna_101@hotmail.com. Brianna will also be our Youth Delegate to General Synod in Halifax this June.
March 30, 2010
We are pleased to announce the Rev. Deborah and Dr. Jouni Kraft became grandparents on March 22nd when their daughter-in-law Carrie gave birth to a son, James Nelson Kraft, in Toronto.
James is now home with his loving parents, John and Carrie Kraft. James will be baptized by Deborah at his home church, St. Timothy's, in Toronto, on May 23rd, 2010. Deborah and Jouni thank God for the gift of a grandchild and we congratulate them on the new addition to their family.
March 29, 2010
Update: Beth Nock:
Beth Nock has had
surgery to fix her broken hip and, after recovering in hospital, will be
moved to a London nursing home next week. The family would like
to thank everyone for their prayers and kind thoughts at this time.
March 26, 2010
1. National Worship Conference Registration
Is Filling
Up: The biennial National Worship Conference (
There is presently room for about only 50 more registrants.
For more information visit
www.nationalworshipconference.org
2. ACW Annual this year in Thunder Bay in May. INFO attached.
March 12, 2010
1.
1. Bishop Stephen Andrews will
ordain Roberta Wilson-Garrett to the Diaconate on Sunday, April 11, at
4 p.m. at St. Saviour’s Church,
2.
2. Your prayers are
asked for the Rev. Michael Dunnill, Honourary Assistant at
March 3, 2010
1. Baby Hooper has arrived! Jeffery and Michelle are delighted to announce the arrival on Saturday, February 20, of Baby Kaitlyn Grace, just in time for her father’s ordination! Michelle and Kaitlyn are both doing well. Our congratulations go out to the Hooper family.
February 26, 2010
We are sorry to advise you of the death of Mr. Henry Weir, father of Diocesan Treasurer, Jane Mesich, Alison Weir and Margaret Durkee. Mr. Weir was the beloved husband of Helen for 54 years. He passed away peacefully on Saturday, February 20, in his 93rd year.
Visitation will be at the Arthur Funeral Home and Cremation Centre on March 2, 2010, from 6 until 8 p.m. The funeral service will be held at the Funeral Home Chapel on Wednesday, March 3, 2010, at 11 a.m. with the Rev. Patrick McManus officiating.
Mr. Weir was a veteran of WWII, and a staunch supporter of the Royal Canadian Legion. If you wish to make a memorial contribution, the family would appreciate donations to the Royal Canadian Legion Poppy Fund or the Military Family Resource Centre.
Our condolences and prayers go out to Helen, to their daughters, Jane, Alison and Margaret, and to their grandchildren, Mhora, James and Catherine.
February 24, 2010
1. 1. The Bishop’s Motto for 2010: "Like good stewards of the manifold grace of God, serve one another with whatever gift each of you has received." (1 Peter 4.10)
2. 2. Please see also the attached announcement from Bishop Andrews regarding the position of Congregational Development Officer.
February 23, 2010
Elizabeth Nock, widow of Bishop Frank F. Nock, fell and broke her hip on Saturday, February 21, 2010. While in Emergency, she suffered a heart attack. At this time, she is resting comfortably in Victoria Hospital in London, Ont. However, the family has been called and are travelling to London to be with her.
Our prayers are with Beth and the Nock family.
New Music Director
Are you interested in serving in a vibrant and healthy church?
St. Paul’s Anglican Church in Thunder Bay is looking for a new Music Director. We are seeking resumes from enthusiastic candidates who love church music, playing the organ, and directing a choir. We have an energetic choir of 14 regular members, and a new children’s choir. The position is for 10 hours per week, following the RCCO salary guidelines. We are open to growing the position. The Music Director provides music at the 10 am Sunday Service, as well as at special services throughout the year (e.g. Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, Good Friday, Holy Saturday). We have a 2 manual Karn pipe organ, and a Samick grand piano. Please mail your resume to Mr. Boris Cham, St. Paul’s Anglican Church, 808 Ridgeway St., Thunder Bay, P7E 5H5, or fax to 1-807-625-9333, or e-mail Boris at: bcham@confederationc.on.ca. Deadline for applications is April 15, 2010.
Please check out our website: www.stpaulsanglicanchurch.ca
February 17, 2010
1. As you know, Bishop Stephen Andrews will ordain Jeffery Hooper to the Diaconate at 7 p.m. on Wednesday, February 24th, at St. Mark’s Church, Emsdale. The Litanist at the service will be the Reverend Canon Dr.January 22, 2010
Over the course of the next two weeks, Bishop Andrews will be in England, attending a special conference for bishops at Canterbury Cathedral.
For the period from Sunday, January 24, through Monday, February 8, 2010, Archdeacon Harry Huskins will be the Bishop’s Commissary.
January 21, 20101. 1. Bishop Stephen Andrews will ordain Jeffery Hooper to the Diaconate on Wednesday, February 24th, at St. Mark’s Church, Emsdale. The service will begin at 7:00 p.m. Clergy and lay readers are invited to robe and process. The liturgical colour will be red. The Bishop has recently appointed Jeffery as incumbent of the combined pastoral charge of Almaguin and Emsdale. Our prayers go with Jeffery and his wife, Michelle, as they plan for their move to Emsdale, and as he prepares for his ordination.
2.
2.
We have been informed of an
opportunity for someone who is prepared for a unique career path in the
management of a Christian-based conference and retreat centre, as
Executive Director of the Sorrento Centre in BC.
The Sorrento Centre is a year-round facility located on 24 acres in the
interior of British Columbia on Shuswap Lake.
The Centre is associated with the
January 18, 2010
1. The Prayer Cycle for the Council of the North for 2010 is now available. Please visit the Council of the North link on the National Website: www.anglican.ca/cn .
2.
Bishop Stephen Andrews has appointed
Jeffery Hooper as incumbent of the combined pastoral charge of Almaguin
and Emsdale, effective January 15.
Jeffery is currently working on his M.Div. Degree at
3.
Bishop Stephen Andrews has appointed the
Rev. Bob Elkin as Interim Priest-in-Charge of Holy Trinity Church, Sault
Ste. Marie, effective January 12, 2010.
Bob has recently completed an appointment to the parishes of
By Mail
Please make cheques payable to "PWRDF", mark them for "
The Primate's World Relief and Development Fund
The
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PWRDF
Donations Contact:
Jennifer Brown jbrown@pwrdf.org
416-924-9192 ext. 320; 1-866-308-7973
The Government of Canada will match the contributions of individual Canadians to
eligible Canadian charitable organizations in support of
humanitarian and recovery efforts in response to the earthquake in Haiti, up to
a total of $50 million. The Canadian International Development Agency (CIDA)
will allocate these funds to Canadian and international humanitarian and
development organizations.
Donations made by individual Canadians to
eligible Canadian charitable organizations over the period of
January 12 to February 12, 2010 will be matched by the
Government of Canada through the CIDA-managed Haiti Earthquake Relief Fund. The
Fund will support Canadian and international humanitarian and development
organizations with significant in-country capacity to deliver humanitarian,
early recovery and reconstruction assistance in Haiti.
To be
considered eligible for the CIDA matching fund, donations
MUST be receipted by The Primate’s World Relief and
Development Fund.
Parish
Envelope Secretaries are encouraged to forward cheques designated for Haiti
Relief to PWRDF as soon as possible.
If the donor
has included the Haiti designated amount with their regular offerings, it is
acceptable to send a cheque for the total of these designated amounts.
In order for PWRDF to issue the tax receipt, please ensure that a list
containing the following is included with the cheque:
·
Date of
donation
·
Donor Name
·
Complete
address, including Postal Code
·
Haiti
donation amount
For cheques
mailed after the deadline of February 12, 2010, it will be necessary for the
Parish Financial Officer to certify the date of receipt was prior to the
deadline.
January 10, 2010
ACW News & Updates
January 2010
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page 2
December 21, 2009
1. Some of you will have discovered already that as of last week, the Synod Office has installed a voice mail system. Following are our extensions:
Executive Archdeacon Harry Huskins 21
Administrative Assistant Christine Wright 22
Bishop Stephen Andrews 23
Treasurer Jane Mesich 24
Assistant Treasurer Marjorie Ingram 25
Secretary Liz Hamel 27
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2. The Vital Church Planting Conference 2010, entitled Developing a Mixed Economy Church, will be held from February 2 - 4, 2010, in Toronto. Speakers are Pernell Goodyear, Salvation Army Church Planter, and Dr. Rachel Jordan, Fresh Expressions UK Leader. For registration and more information, visit http://www.vitalchurchplanting.com .
3. The biennial National Worship Conference (Anglican-Lutheran) will be taking place July 4 - 7, 2010. The theme is Taking Care of the Neighbourhood: Worship as Public Work for the Common Good. Speakers will be Dr. Sallie McFague, Mr. Douglas Todd, Bishop Mark MacDonald, and Pastor Karen Ward. For more information visit http://nationalworshipconference.org .
4. This is a reminder of Synod Office holiday hours.
Closed: December 24 afternoon, December 25, 26, 27,
28
Open: December 29, 30
Closed: December 31, January 1, 2, 3
Open: January 4
December 9, 2009
1.
1. A friend of our
Diocese, Bishop Edward Marsh is celebrating the 50th anniversary of his
ordination to the Diaconate. A service of celebration will be held at 7:30
pm on December 13 at
December 1, 2009
We are sorry to advise you of the death on Sunday of Audrey Gaines, daughter of Henry and Beverly Gaines. Henry has been the Lay Pastor at St. Mark’s Church, Heyden, for the past 12 years. The Gaines family are well known in the Diocese through their many associations with St. Mark’s Church, St. Luke’s Cathedral, the ACW, Lay Readers, and Diocesan Executive. Audrey was an active participant at St. Luke’s, where she supervised the children at the Sunday 9:15 a.m. service. She has fought her battle with cancer over the past 11 years with courage and determination. Visitation will be at the Arthur Funeral Home on Wednesday, December 2, from 6 to 9 p.m. The funeral service will be held at St. Luke’s Cathedral on Thursday, December 3, at 2 p.m. with Dean Nelson Small officiating. Bishop Stephen Andrews will preside at the Eucharist.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Algoma Residential Community Hospice (A.R.C.H.), Teen Challenge or St. Luke’s Cathedral ACW.
November 25, 2009
1.
1. We will be saying
farewell to a valued member of the Synod Office staff next week.
Donna Bos will be retiring at the end of December, but
her last day in the Office will be December 4.
Donna is one of our longest serving employees, having joined the Diocesan
staff in May, 1998. Donna has been
our Receptionist here, has managed the satellite office at Diocesan Synods, and
has provided staff support for the tenants of the
2.
2. The Rev. Stephen Blackmore
has announced his resignation from
3.
November 13, 2009
1. Linc Manuel’s baby brother has arrived. Heather and Joe Manuel are thrilled to announce this morning’s arrival of Lukas Manuel. Lukas weighed in at a healthy 8 lbs, 1 oz. Congratulations and best wishes to the Manuel family!
2. An ecumenical conference/workshop for lay and clergy leaders of small congregations will be held on Saturday, April 17, 2010, at St. John’s United Church in Marathon, Ontario. The conference will be led by Dr. Marilyn Johns, Director of Small Church Program, Virginia Theological Seminary. Bed and breakfast accommodations will be available. Contact stjohns@vianet.ca for further information.
3. Future meetings of the Matrimonial Commission will be held on:
December 3
January 7
February 4
March 4
Synod Office Holiday hours:
Closed: December 24 afternoon, December 25, 26, 27, 28
Open: December 29, 30
Closed: December 31, January 1, 2, 3
Open: January 4
November 3, 2009
We advise of the death on Sunday, November 1, of Mrs. Edna Dixon, widow of the Rev. Canon Donald Dixon, at the age of 88. The Dixon’s served at Espanola, St. Joseph’s Island, and Little Current. Canon Dixon retired in 1978. Visitation will be at Holy Trinity Church, Jocelyn, on Wednesday, November 4, from 2 p.m. until the time of the funeral service at 3 p.m. The Rev. Rosalie Goos will be the officiant. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions made to the Primate’s World Relief and Development Fund, or Holy Trinity Church, Jocelyn, would be appreciated by the family.
October 29, 2009
1. After having spent four days in the Sault General Hospital while at Diocesan Synod due to blood clots in a lung, the Rev. Richard White is now back home in North Bay, and will be slowly getting back to work at St. Brice’s. He is receiving follow-up medical care, and expects to be recovered over the next couple of months. He reports that the care he received in the General was "wonderful". Richard and Linda ask for your on-going prayer support.
2. We are asking all those who attended Diocesan Synod last week to please send in the green evaluation form which was included in your registration package. These evaluations are very helpful for those planning the next Synod.
3. On Sunday, November 1, at 7 p.m. at St. Mary’s Anglican Church in Powassan, a service will be held in celebration of the ministry of the Reverend Dalton Woodward. Fr. Woodward has served for 50 years in the Parish of Powassan. Clergy are invited to robe and process. The liturgical colour will be white.
October 8, 2009
1. The opening service for Synod will be held at 9 a.m. on Thursday, October 22. Clergy and Lay Readers are invited to robe and process. The liturgical colour will be green.
The Worship Committee for Diocesan Synod is asking for volunteers to help provide music during Synod. If you can contribute your musical talents, please advise the Rev. Stephen Blackmore at stephenb_holyt@yahoo.ca .
2. The Rev. Dr. John Harvey has been appointed to represent Algoma on the Council of General Synod. He replaces the Ven. Harry Huskins who was elected in May to the position of Deputy Prolocutor of CoGS. John was elected by Diocesan Synod 2005 as a delegate to General Synod.
3. PWRDF celebrated its 50th anniversary in September. As one of the anniversary events, PWRDF plans to support and encourage dioceses and parishes to sponsor a minimum of 50 refugee families. A celebration evening of board members, diocesan representatives, youth council and staff is being planned for October 30. The celebration will include an address by the Rt. Honourable Adrienne Clarkson, who will be the patron for the PWRDF 50 Refugee Families Sponsorship Initiative. More information is available at www.pwrdf50.org/refugee-sponsorship .
4. The Primate’s World Relief and Development fund is releasing an initial grant of $15,000 and is accepting donations to help tens of thousands of families who were affected by the devastating tropical storm that flooded 80 percent of the Philippines’ capital, Metro Manila, and its neighbouring areas. More than 240 people have been reported killed and more than 450,000 people have been driven from their homes, according to Action by Churches Together. (ACT is a coalition of church-based groups that responds to natural disasters and humanitarian crises.) Should you wish to make a donation, you can do so at the Canada Helps website, where you can designate your contribution to Philippines Floods.
PWRDF has also responded to an alert for the Samoa and Tonga Tsunamis. Contributions can be made at the Canada Helps website, where you can designate your contribution to Pacific Tsunamis.
5. Applications are now available for the Summer Collegium, a project in support of small congregations at Virginia Theological Seminary in Alexandria, Virginia. Clergy (and their spouses or partners) from 25 small churches of all Christian denominations are invited to spend nine days at Virginia Seminary for encouragement, education, rest and renewal. All expenses, including travel, books, meals, lodging, child care at home and pulpit supply, are paid for through a grant from the Lilly Endowment. The theme of the Summer Collegium this year is Leadership in the Small Congregation. Dates for the Summer Collegium are June 23 - July 1, 2010. Application forms are on the website: or will be sent in the mail by e-mailing or by calling 703-461-1760. Applications must be postmarked by December 15, 2009, to be considered.
6. The Church of the Ascension, Sudbury, has two oak pews that they would like to give away to a church who might want them. They are 7.5 feet long, 22 inches deep, and 39 inches high. Please call the Rev. Anne Germond at 705-566-2790, or e-mail her at if this offer is of interest.
7. The Diocesan Matrimonial Commission will meet on Thursday, November 5 and Thursday, December 3.
October 6, 2009
1. We are sorry to advise you of the death on Saturday, October 3, of the Reverend James Turner. He was one of the longest serving clergy in our Diocese. Jim was raised and educated in England where he was a member of the Church Army. He and his wife, Ethel, arrived in Canada from England in 1952. He was ordained by Archbishop Wright in June of 1952, and went on to serve in incumbencies at Schreiber, Gravenhurst, Port Arthur, West Thunder Bay and Capreol. He was Rural Dean of Thunder Bay from 1965-1967, and was a former Clerical Secretary of Diocesan Synod. Following his retirement in 1984, the Turners moved back to Thunder Bay, where Fr. Turner was Honourary Assistant at St. Thomas’ Church, and most recently at St. John’s Church.
For 17 years, Fr. Turner was the Chaplain to the Royal Canadian Sea Cadet Corps "Vindictive" in Thunder Bay, and he was the Legion Padre for Port Arthur Branch #5. He held the rank of Naval Lieutenant and in 1971 was awarded the Canadian Forces Decoration Medal for his service with the Cadets. From 1978 through 1984 he served as Civilian Officiating Chaplain to the Canadian Forces Station, Falconbridge.
A Memorial Service celebrating his life will be held at the Church of St. John the Evangelist, Thunder Bay, at 2:30 p.m. on Thursday, October 8, with Bishop Stephen Andrews presiding. Archdeacon Mark Conliffe, the Rev. Michael Dunnill, and the Rev. Mary Lucas will assist. In lieu of flowers memorials to St. John’s Anglican Church would be appreciated.
In his autobiography, Fr. Turner emphasized the vital role that Ethel has played in his ministry. Our prayers are with Ethel, their son, Geoffrey, and their family.
2. We are sorry to advise of the death early this morning of Mrs. Sue Willems, wife of the Rev. Henk Willems. Henk is the Incumbent of St. Peter’s Church, Elliot Lake, St. James’ Church, Massey, and the Gowan Gilmour Memorial Chapel, Sagamok. Henk and Sue moved to Elliot Lake in November, 2005, following eight years of service at St. George’s Church, Thunder Bay. Prior to that, they served in ministry with the Church Army. Sue has been a partner in ministry with Henk, and has shared her musical gifts, both in piano and as a trained singer.
Over the past several years, Sue has fought a courageous battle against cancer.
Memorial Services will be held on Thursday, October 8 at 10 a.m. at St. Peter the Apostle Anglican Church in Elliot Lake, and on Tuesday, October 13 at 11 a.m. at Christ Anglican Church, McNab, Ontario.
Henk writes: "We ask that you join us in both weeping, for the world has lost an amazing woman, and celebrating, for she is now where she has longed to be - in the arms of Jesus." Our prayers are with Henk and their family.
3. Thorneloe
University Installs New President
On Friday, October 16, 2009, The
Rev. Dr. Robert Derrenbacker, Jr. will be installed as the twelfth in a
line of Presidents and Provosts of the College. Dr. Derrenbacker will also be
inducted as Chaplain of St. Mark’s Chapel. The installation will take place at
7:30 p.m. at the Thorneloe University Theatre (Laurentian Campus) during the
annual convocation.
The Rev. Dr. Robert Derrenbacker was most recently Associate Professor of New Testament Studies at Regent College in Vancouver, British Columbia. He has also served as Associate Dean and Assistant Professor of New Testament at Tyndale Seminary in Toronto, Ontario. Dr. Derrenbacker received his Ph.D. in New Testament Studies from the University of St. Michael’s College at the University of Toronto. Dr. Derrenbacker is a New Testament scholar with particular interests in the Gospels and the letters of Paul. He has authored Ancient Compositional Practices and the Synoptic Problem (Peeters), a number of essays, articles and reviews, and has presented his research in North American and in Europe. Dr. Derrenbacker is an active member of the Society of Biblical Literature and the Catholic Biblical Association of America. He also serves on the Executive of the Canadian Society of Biblical Studies. A Priest ordained in the Anglican Church of Canada, Dr. Derrenbacker has served parishes in the Diocese of Toronto and the Diocese of New Westminster (Vancouver). Dr. Derrenbacker and his wife, Cindy, have two children, Chloe and Jack.
Members of the Sudbury community are welcome to attend the Convocation for the installation and the awarding of diplomas, degrees, scholarships and prizes.
September 28, 2009
The
Rev. Patrick McManus will be appointed to St. Matthew’s Church, Sault
Ste. Marie, as of December 1, 2009.
Patrick comes to Algoma Deanery from Muskoka Deanery where he is
incumbent of the combined parish of Emsdale/Almaguin.
Patrick holds a Master Art in
September 19, 2009
New Links!! Sisterhood of St. John the Divine (Links Page) Also: Synod Agenda 2009
September 10, 2009
August 20, 2009
It is
with deep regret that we have learned that Mr. Justice Donald Lawson, a
former Chancellor of our Diocese, has died. Justice Lawson was
the father of our present Chancellor, Mr. O. Kennedy Lawson, and we extend to
him and all of his family our deep regret and condolences at their loss.
Further details concerning the funeral will be made available as we know them.
August 14, 2009
The Rev. Michael Hankinson made
Honorary Canon
In one of his first Episcopal acts, the
Bishop of Algoma has named The Rev. Michael Hankinson an Honorary Canon of the
Cathedral of St Luke the Evangelist, Sault Ste Marie.
Canon Hankinson is a graduate of
In 1987, after 36 years of ordained
ministry, Canon Hankinson retired from parochial service.
He continued to offer himself to the Church on a part-time basis in
A service of Collation will be held
during the Forty-fourth Synod of the Diocese of Algoma, being held in Sault Ste
Marie in October 2009. Well-wishes
can be directed to The Ven. Tom Corston, Church of the Epiphany,
August 11, 2009
1.
1. The Rev. Diana
Wilde has accepted an appointment, as of September 15, as
Incumbent of the Parish of St. Stephen and St. Bede, a combined
Anglican/Lutheran Parish in Winnipeg.
Diana has been Incumbent of the Church of St. Alban the Martyr, Capreol,
since June, 2007. Our prayers are
with Diana, and we wish her well as she prepares to assume these new
responsibilities.
2. Diocesan Synod 2009 will now be held from October 22-24,
with registration occurring Wednesday afternoon and Thursday morning at the
Synod Office.
Please
contact the Ven. Hugh Hamilton, Chair of the Arrangements Committee
(705-246-2869 or
hugh.hamilton@sympatico.ca)
if you require a table for a display and/or audio/visual equipment for a
presentation for our upcoming Synod.
Also, Hugh is trying to determine if clergy would like to have a “swap” table
set up for vestments, articles, books, etc.
Contact him directly if you are interested.
3. 3. A long-time parishioner of St. Matthew’s Church, Sault Ste. Marie, advises that because of a change in his living circumstances, he would like to sell his Kranich & Bach piano. If this piano is of interest to you, please call Christine at the Synod Office.
August 4, 2009
Due to
circumstances beyond our control it is necessary for us to change the
location of Synod 2009 from the Waterfront Inn to the Great
Northern Hotel & Conference Centre,
The Great
Northern Hotel & Conference Centre has booked a block of rooms under the
Diocese of Algoma at a rate of
$99/single or $109/double plus applicable taxes (includes a continental
breakfast). You may book by calling
the hotel directly at 705-942-2500 (toll free 1-800-563-7262).
If you had booked at the Waterfront Inn, your reservation has already
been cancelled as they have indicated they cannot accommodate us.
It will be necessary for you to make a reservation elsewhere.
Alternate
hotels in the vicinity of the Great Northern Hotel are listed below with
corresponding prices.
Algoma’s Water Tower Inn (
705-949-8111
CODE:
Diocese of Algoma
$119.00 (+taxes)
First Come/First Served basis
2 double beds
The Comfort Inn (333 Great Northern Road)
705-759-8000
CODE:
Diocese of Algoma
$105.00 (+taxes)
Block of rooms held until September 20th
single/double
Continental Breakfast included
Super 8 (184 Great Northern Road)
705-254-6441
Indicate Corporate Rate
$ 99.90 (+taxes)
First Come/First Served basis
single occupancy
Skyline Motel (232 Great Northern Road)
705-942-1240
Indicate Corporate Rate
$ 62.00 (+taxes) single
First Come/First Served basis
$ 69.00 (+taxes) double
The agenda
scheduling will be altered slightly with the main changes affecting delegates as
follows:
REGISTRATION
Wednesday, October 21st, 4:00-6:00 p.m. at the Synod Office
Orientation at the Cathedral at 5:00 p.m.
OPENING
EUCHARIST AT THE CATHEDRAL (includes Bishop’s Charge)
9:00 a.m., Thursday, October 22nd followed by the Formal Opening
of Synod
If you
have any concerns or questions, please contact the Synod Office at 705-256-5061
or e-mail
info@dioceseofalgoma.com.
July 23, 2009
1.
Bishop Stephen Andrews has
appointed Archdeacon Emeritus
2. The Bishop is considering nominations for the concurrence committee at St. Matthew’s Church, Sault Ste. Marie. Any diocesan clergy who might be interested in being considered for the incumbency at St. Matthew’s are asked to contact the Bishop at the diocesan office.
3.
The Human Resources
Transition Committee asks that you please “spread the word” about the two
attached job descriptions:
Congregational Development Officer, and
Information Technology Consultant (Part-Time).
July 10, 2009
1.
1. We regret to inform you of
the death on Thursday, June 18, of Mr. Arthur Corbet Bunbury,
father of the Rev. Nancy Ringham.
Mr. Bunbury was the son of the Rev. Walter Bunbury, a priest from the Diocese of
Quebec who served at St. Luke’s Pro-Cathedral, Sault Ste. Marie from 1914-1921.
He was a Canadian Naval veteran of WWII and was recently invited to the
65th Anniversary of D-Day and the Battle of Normandy in
2. 2. Please keep the Rev. Judie Cooper in your prayers as she recovers from double knee replacement surgery, held on Tuesday, June 23.
3.
3. Youth Synod
is less than a month away, and our youth are looking forward to their time of
retreat, renewal, and getting to know our new Bishop. Please get your
registration forms to the Rev. Heather Manuel as soon as possible, or contact
her if you need a new form. Her phone # is (705) 641-8787, email is
programyouthalgoma@yahoo.ca, and address is
4.
4. A delegation of missionaries
from
5.
5.
Congratulations are extended to the
Rev. Barbara Graham who recently received her 50-year pin for
her volunteer work with Girl Guides.
6.
6. The Deanery of
Algoma is planning a Back
to Church Sunday event on September 27, 2009.
In preparation for that event, the Rev. Stephen Blackmore is having a
workshop for the Deanery to help plan for that day.
The workshop will be held at
7.
7.
Thorneloe
College School of Theology will be offering a live, 5-day intensive
course entitled Hymnology (or How Can
I Keep from Singing) at St. Luke’s Church, Thunder Bay from July 27 – 31, and in
the Muskoka area (location to be announced) from October 19 – 23.
The instructor will be Dr. David Buley, Instructor of Christian Worship
at Thorneloe College School of Theology and Organist and Choir Director at
Church of the Epiphany in
8.
8. A Wholeness through
Christ Prayer Ministry Course will be offered at Cedar Campus in the
Sault Ste. Marie,
9. 9. The Algoma Presbytery of the United Church of Canada is hosting a conference called “Focus of the Gay Family” from September 18-20 in Sault Ste. Marie. Cost of the conference is $75. For more information please visit their website at www.welcomefriend.ca.
. 10. Within the next couple of weeks, we expect to have DVDs available of the Consecration Service of Bishop Stephen Andrews. Cost is expected to be around $15 - $20, depending on quantity ordered. This cost will include shipping. Please notify Christine or Liz at the Synod Office if you would like to have one of the DVDs, so that we can place an order for the appropriate number.
May 31, 2009
Bursaries are available. For information see www.manitoucamp.org or call 705-507-9828.
PDF attachments: Camp Manitou 2009 Family & Youth Camp Manitou 2009 Registration Page Youth Camp Health Form
May 22b, 2009
As you know, the Service of Consecration of the Rev. Dr. Stephen Andrews as the Tenth Bishop of the Diocese of Algoma will be held at 1 p.m. on the Feast of St. Peter and St. Paul, Monday, June 29, 2009. The service will be held at St. Luke’s Cathedral in Sault Ste. Marie. The liturgical colour will be red. Vesting will be at the Cathedral Hall at 12:15 p.m.
All clergy and lay readers are invited to robe and process.
Following the Service, there will be a light-fare reception at the Canadian Bush Plane Heritage Centre in Sault Ste. Marie.
May 22, 2009
1. Mrs. Pat Paterson, wife of the Ven. Eric Paterson suffered a stroke earlier this week and is in hospital in Huntsville. Please keep Pat and Eric in your prayers.
2. The Rev. Mary Lucas will be appointed to St. John’s Church, Thunder Bay, as of July 5, 2009. She comes to Algoma from the Diocese of Niagara where she has been doing an Interim ministry. Ms. Lucas holds an M.Div. from Harvard Divinity School and a Master’s in Public Administration from the Kennedy School of Government at Harvard, with an emphasis on social policy and non-profit administration. She has extensive experience both in parishes and in managing volunteer organizations and non-profit charitable organizations. We welcome her to the Diocese of Algoma.
3. The Rev. GailMarie Henderson and Mr. Jeff Henderson have just become proud grandparents of their first granddaughter. The Rev. Robert Sweet and Mrs. Ruth Sweet are proud grandparents of grandson, Zachary, born May 2, 2009. Congratulations to both families!
4. Conciliation Services Canada is sponsoring its 17th Annual Summer Training Institute for Church Leaders: Creating Disciple Making Communities with the Rev. Dr. Ed White, Alban Institute Congregational Consultant. The conference will be held from June 16-18, 2009, at Conrad Grebel University College. The tuition fee is $480. For further information contact Nan Cressman, at 519-742-2280 or email nancressman@sympatico.ca .
5. Parish Wardens and Treasurers are reminded to file the Registered Charity Information Return (T3010) by June 30, 2009. All parishes with a valid Charity Taxation Registration Number must file this return. Failure to remit will result in the Charity number being REVOKED. You can contact Revenue Canada Charities Division at 1-800-267-2384 for the form or access this form in a PDF version online at www.cra-arc.gc.ca/E/pbg/tf/t3010a/t3010a-o5e.pdf .
Annual Reports from all parishes, including names of Synod delegates were due at the Synod Office by the end of February. Please submit this information. We especially need the names of your delegates for upcoming mailings.
6. The Matrimonial Commission will meet on June 4 and July 28, 2009.
May 13, 2009
Camp Temiskaming
SUMMER 2009 at
SURVIVOR CAMP - JULY 5 - 11 - GIRLS 11-14
ADVENTURE CAMP - JULY 12—18 BOYS 8-10
DISCOVERY CAMP
- JULY 19 - 25
GIRLS 8-1
FAMILY CAMP 1 - July 26 – August 1
FAMILY CAMP 2 - August 2 - 8
WOMEN’S RETREAT - August 21 - 23
MEN’S RETREAT - August 28 – 30
For more information on these camps or about our fees and registration, please go to our website at www.camptemiskaming.com or email Diane McCaskill at bmccaskill1@cogeco.ca .
May 12, 2009
Camp Gitchigomee
Camp dates:
CAMP GITCHIGOMEE
HAS SOME PAID POSITIONS FOR
SUMMER STAFF AVAILABLE
Waterfront Lifeguard for July 19 – 24th
Waterfront Director July 3 –10 : July 12 – 17 : July 19 – 24
Cooks & Assistant Cooks July 5 –10 : July 12 – 17 : July 19 – 25
Call 622-0020 or email
gitchigomee@hotmail.com for a Job Description & Application
A current Police Record Check Needed for all staff
May 9, 2009
A workshop, Post-Modern Ministry: Anglican Responses to a Changing World, will be held at 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. on May 30, 2009 at St. Mark’s Anglican Church in Rosslyn, lunch provided. Our resource person is the Rev’d Heather Manuel, the Diocese of Algoma Program and Youth Consultant, and the Anglican Deanery of Thunder Bay is sponsoring the workshop. Please join us as we discuss modernism and post-modernism and post-modernism’s impact on how we do ministry. To pre-register e-mail Rev’d Ed Swayze office@ststephenanglican.com “Post-Modernism Ministry” with the names of people attending. Donations will cover workshop costs. Program attached.
May 1, 2009
1. The Ven. Hugh Hamilton has been appointed as Acting Incumbent of St. Matthew’s Church, Sault Ste. Marie. This is a half-time appointment while the parish undertakes a concurrence process seeking a new permanent incumbent.
2. Negotiations have been completed with the Arthur A. Wishart Library, Algoma University, for the housing of our Diocesan Archives Collection at the Sault Ste. Marie site. This will involve the transfer of Diocesan, Deanery, and Parochial Records that have been held on deposit at the Archives of Laurentian University, Sudbury, since 1996. It will also mean the temporary closing of access to our Archival Records while the transfer and re-housing of the collection takes place. Our Diocesan Archivist, Mr. Fred Neal, at the March Executive Committee meeting, emphasized the importance of Diocesan Officers as well as researchers having opportunities for regular and convenient access to these historical records. The new facility in Sault Ste. Marie is expected to be in operation by the time of Synod, 2009.
3. Are you looking for a summer retreat? Christ Church, Ilfracombe, on beautiful Buck Lake in Muskoka is looking for someone to take the 10 a.m. Sunday BAS Eucharist this summer in exchange for a week’s stay in their "cozy, little three-bedroom vicarage". The week’s stay runs from Wednesday to Wednesday. If interested, please contact the Rev. GailMarie Henderson at northmuskokaparish@yahoo.ca or call 705-789-7544.
4. Parish Wardens and Treasurers are reminded to file the Registered Charity Information Return (T3010) by June 30, 2009. All parishes with a valid Charity Taxation Registration Number must file this return. Failure to remit will result in the Charity number being REVOKED. You can contact Revenue Canada Charities Division at 1-800-267-2384 for the form or access this form in a PDF version online at www.cra-arc.gc.ca/E/pbg/tf/t3010a/t3010a-o5e.pdf .
5. St. Brice’s Church, North Bay, is re-establishing their Servers’ Guild. They are in need of white albs or red robes to fit children and youth. Please call the Rev. Richard White, or the Rev. John Stennett at St. Brice’s, 705-474-4005 if you can help with this need.
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News Flash for Algoma
Our Vision
We are joyful
The new Diocesan Strategic Plan 2009-2014, Live the Vision and Proclaim the Joy, was approved by the Executive Committee at their March meeting. The Strategic Plan is a 5 year plan that identifies where Algoma wants to be, and how it is going to get there. The results oriented Plan includes 7 Strategic Objectives, and 32 specific strategies.
The entire Strategic Plan will soon be available on the Diocesan website (www.dioceseofalgoma.com).
In accordance with one of the recommendations in the Strategic Plan, a Management Consulting firm has been hired to make recommendations to the Bishop-Elect and the Executive Committee relating to the optimal organizational structure to achieve the seven strategic objectives of the plan. Following a request for proposals from several consulting firms and a careful evaluation process, Wellington Partners has been selected. Mr. Dan Brooks of Wellington will be the project manager, and he will present the final report at the June 2009 Executive Committee meeting.
A Strategic Plan Implementation Committee will be appointed by the Bishop-Elect and the Executive Committee. The terms of reference are being developed for this committee, which will ensure the timely implementation of the objectives, and follow-up evaluation.
The status of the Strategic Plan will be presented at Synod 2009, and at each subsequent Synod.
May the grace of God bless us all as we journey together to grow and build Algoma.
March 31, 2009
1. The Ven. William Stadnyk was in a motor vehicle accident yesterday afternoon. Fr. Bill is in hospital under observation. He and Doreen would appreciate your prayers.
2. The Rev. Dr. Wayne Short has accepted an appointment as Incumbent at St. Mark the Evangelist in St. John’s, Newfoundland, effective June 15, 2009. Wayne has been the Incumbent at St. John’s Church, North Bay, since February of 2004, and Regional Dean of Temiskaming Deanery since 2005. In addition to his parish ministry, Wayne has led a number of clergy days and retreats. We wish Wayne and Sheila well as they prepare for their move and new responsibilities.
March 17, 2009
We are sorry to advise of the death on Sunday evening, March 15, of Mr. Robert Gauthier, brother of the Rev. Nicole Poitras. There will be a visitation at the Cooperative Funeral Home (LaSalle Boulevard, Sudbury) on Tuesday from 7 to 9:30 p.m.; Wednesday from 2 until 5 p.m.; and Wednesday from 7 to 9:30 p.m. A funeral service will be held Thursday at 11 a.m. in the Funeral Home Chapel. Please keep Nicole and her family, and all of the Gauthier family in your prayers. If desired, donations to Palliative Care, Maison Vale Inco Hospice would be appreciated.
March 13, 2009
1. The Ven. Munroe Scott has accepted an appointment as Incumbent of the Parish of St. John the Baptist, Lakefield, in the Diocese of Toronto. Munroe has been Incumbent of St. Matthew’s Church, Sault Ste. Marie, since June, 2004, and has been the Archdeacon of Algoma since June, 2007. Prior to that Munroe undertook summer student ministries at McGregor Bay. He also designed and crafted the wood travelling crozier which was presented to the Bishop of Algoma as part of the celebrations of the Centennial of the Incorporated Synod of the Diocese of Algoma. Munroe’s new appointment is effective May 15, 2009. His last service at St. Matthew’s will be held on April 19, 2009. We wish Munroe and Martha well as they prepare for their move and new responsibilities.
2. The Rt. Rev. Gordon Light will be the preacher at the ordination of the Rev. Joan Locke which will be held in Schreiber, Ontario, on March 25th.
3. Wycliffe College’s Annual Continuing Education Conference entitled "Refresh", will be held from May 12 - May 15, 2009. The theme of this year’s conference is Peace and Reconciliation. Keynote speakers this year are Archbishop John Sentamu of York, Paul Young, author of The Shack, Bishop Graham Cray, one of the UK’s leaders in Fresh Expressions, and preaching guest Paul Scott Wilson. Two Wycliffe professors, Dr. Wanda Malcolm, Professor of Pastoral Psychology, and Dr. Joseph Mangina, Associate Professor of Systematic Theology, will also take part. Full conference cost before March 20 is $225. Regular registration as of March 21 is $250. For further information about the conference visit the conference website: www.refresh.wycliffecollege.ca .
4. Parishes are reminded that annual statistical returns were due on February 28, 2009. Please forward these returns as soon as possible to the Synod Office.
5. Future meetings of the Matrimonial Commission: April 2, May 7, and June 4, 2009.
March 10, 2009
1.
The Service of
Consecration of the Rev. Dr. Stephen Andrews as tenth Bishop of the
Diocese of Algoma will be held at 1 p.m. on the Feast of St. Peter and
2.
The Rt. Rev. Gordon Light, Retired Bishop of the
3.
Your
prayers are requested for the Rev. Diana Wilde's brother Iain, who lives in
4.
Please pray
for the Rev. Nicole Poitras' brother, Bob, who is in
critical condition battling cancer; for wisdom for the team of doctors treating
him; and for Bob to know God's peace and strength.
5.
Fr. Bill
Stadnyk is turning 80 this year, and a celebration is planned during
Family Camp at
6.
Are you
looking to start a quality Adult Education Class or Series?
7.
Villa Loyola
Retreat Centre in
February 19, 2009
We are sorry to advise of the death on Tuesday, February 17th, of Mr Robert Stuart McLatchie. Bob was a Fellow of Thorneloe University, having received this award for his commitment and contributions to the College. A member of the Sudbury Lodge AF & AM, and an active member of the Sudbury Shrine Club, Bob chaired the Shrine Club’s Children’s Committee and was instrumental in organizing children’s treatment clinics. He and his wife, Nancy, are well known for their leadership in the Parish of St. Alban the Martyr, Capreol, and in the Deanery of Sudbury/Manitoulin. The Funeral Service will be held at the Church of the Epiphany at 10:30 a.m. on Friday, February 20th, with the Ven. Thomas Corston officiating. If so desired, the family would appreciate donations to St. Alban’s Church, the Shriner’s Hospital, or a charity of your choice. Please keep Nancy, their children Barbara, John and Stuart, and their families in your prayers.
February 12, 2009
Your
prayers are requested for Colin,
Anne, Caitlin and Richard Germond
as Colin undergoes further treatment for cancer in
February 6, 2009
1. This is a reminder of the Church Planting Conference in Toronto on February 17-19, to be held at St. Paul’s Anglican Church on Bloor Street. The conference is co-sponsored by the Wycliffe College Institute of Evangelism and the Diocese of Toronto. For more information contact Jennipher at 905-833-8327 or visit the website at www.vitalchurchplanting.com .
2. World Vision has announced the national date of its 30-hour famine this spring: April 3-4. If your church can host a 30-hour famine on this date, you will join churches, schools and community groups throughout Canada. If you cannot host one on this date, please still continue to plan your event for another time. For more information contact 1-888-8FAMINE or visit www.famine.ca .
3. The promotion and registration materials for Youth Synod 2009 will be arriving at your parish in a couple of weeks. Please start thinking of who you will select as a delegate to represent your parish. Delegates may be youth or young adults between the ages of 13 and 24. For more information, contact the Rev. Heather Manuel at 705-641-8787 or e-mail programyouthalgoma@yahoo.ca .
4. Future dates for meetings of the Matrimonial Commission are: March 12, April 2, and May 7.
January 7, 2009
Due to the demands of the Christmas season and a rather lengthy power outage in Muskoka, the Editor has made the decision to combine the January and February issues of the Algoma Anglican.
The deadline for the March edition will be Saturday, February 7, 2009.
The deadline for all future editions will now firmly be the 7th of every month.
January 5, 2009
We are sorry to advise of the death last week of Mr. William (Bill) Kidd. Mr. Kidd was well known throughout the Diocese, having been a Diocesan Lay Reader since 1984. A celebration of Bill’s life and ministry was held at St. Matthews Anglican Church on Saturday, January 3. The Ven. Munroe Scott officiated. Please keep Bill’s wife, Mary, his son David and their families in your prayers.
Source: Weekly FAX publications in the Diocese of Algoma.
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