Lent, our ‘God-given time of disruption’
Disruptions can be the bane of our existence. Sometimes they affect us momentarily and are a mere inconvenience; other times they are life-altering.
Archbishop Anne Germond
Statement on the death of Prince Karim Al-Hussaini, Aga Khan IV
As we join with many in mourning the death of Prince Karim Aga Khan, I extend on behalf of the Anglican Church of Canada our deepest condolences to his family and to our Ismaili Muslim neighbours here in Canada and all over the world.
Church leaders call for permanent ceasefire
We welcome the January 19, 2025, temporary ceasefire between Israel and Hamas. This is a first step and potentially a meaningful one toward a permanent ceasefire and peace in this fractured land.
Black History Month celebrates heritage, gifts
In last month’s column I reflected on the Magi’s journey—both to and from the manger—emphasizing the significance of the paths we take after encountering the Christ child.
Acting Primate’s New Year’s Day Homily
The Acting Primate, Archbishop Anne Germond, preached at the New Year’s Day Eucharist at Christ Church Cathedral in Ottawa. “His Name shall stand forever, the changeless Name of Love.” (Hail to the Lord’s Anointed) It is a joy to be here in Ottawa with you at Christ Church Cathedral and with those of you who … Continued
Acting Primate’s Advent Appeal
Advent is the beginning of a new year in the church. The season invites us to take a look at our lives and consider how our personal story has changed over the last year.
Letter to Archbishop Hosam Naoum in Jerusalem
On behalf of your friends in the Anglican Church of Canada, I write to assure you of our continued prayers following the recent events in Syria, including the departure of President Bashar al-Assad. We recognize the profound uncertainty and potential challenges this moment brings, and we stand in solidarity with you and the communities you serve during this tenuous time.
Taking the time to contemplate God’s invitation
The image I’ve chosen for this year’s Christmas cards is the picture of the Zimbabwean Madonna and Child carving that stands proudly on the windowsill in my study.
Statement on the resignation of the Archbishop of Canterbury
We have seen the news that the Archbishop of Canterbury Justin Welby has resigned, having acknowledged personal and institutional responsibility in relation to “the long-maintained conspiracy of silence about the heinous abuses of John Smyth” that had been exposed by the Makin Review.
Statement on the report from the Independent Special Interlocutor
Yesterday, the Independent Special Interlocutor Kimberly Murray released her report on an Indigenous-led reparations framework. The Independent Special Interlocutor was appointed by the government to make recommendations for a new federal legal framework to ensure the respectful and culturally appropriate treatment of unmarked graves and burial sites of children at former residential schools and associated … Continued
Leaders continue to call for peace
October 7 marks the first anniversary of the horrifying Hamas attack on Israel. Violence has continued with the decimation of Gaza by Israeli bombing and increasing settler attacks on Palestinian communities in the occupied West Bank.
Acting Primate invites prayer, calls for peace ahead of Oct. 7
Dear friends in Christ, October 7 marks the first anniversary of the horrifying Hamas attack on Israel. Violence has continued with the decimation of Gaza by Israeli bombing and increasing settler attacks on Palestinian communities in the occupied West Bank. In recent days, the situation in the region threatens to escalate into a full-blown war. … Continued
Bishop Joey Royal has resigned
The Rt. Rev. Joey Royal, suffragan bishop of the Diocese of the Arctic, has resigned from his role effective October 20, 2024.