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More than 10 months after a group of young women began living with members of the Sisterhood of St. John the Divine (SSJD), the inaugural Companions on the Way program is drawing to a close—an experience that left a major impact on sisters and companions alike. The sisters officially commissioned five companions in September 2016: … Continued
Ecumenical partnerships were a major focus at the 16th Biennial Convention of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in Canada (ELCIC), as Anglicans joined their Lutheran full communion partners in commemorating 500 years since the onset of the Protestant Reformation. Members of the Anglican Church of Canada who attended the National Convention, which took place in Winnipeg … Continued
The Rev. Dr. Scott Sharman (B.Th., M.Rel., Ph.D) will begin new work with General Synod as Animator for Ecumenical and Interfaith Relations. Working closely with the Primate’s Office, and as part of the Faith, Worship and Ministry Team, Dr. Sharman will work out of Edmonton. He is a priest in the Diocese of Edmonton who … Continued
In the wake of her serving as the Primate’s appointee to the Anglican Communion delegation at the recent United Nations Commission on the Status of Women (CSW) 61, the Rev. Laura Marie Piotrowicz has been appointed as a Canadian representative to the Ecumenical Women coalition at the United Nations by Archbishop Fred Hiltz, Primate of … Continued
An estimated 26,000 people are members of the Six Nations of the Grand River, with approximately 14,000 living on reserve. The Onondaga are one of six Haudenosaunee (Iroquois) nations that make up the Ontario community, the largest First Nations reserve in Canada. However, the demographic prominence of the Onondaga in Six Nations is not reflected … Continued
The Consultation of Anglican Bishops in Dialogue initially grew out of the 2008 Lambeth Conference, prompted by recognition of the need for conversation in light of disagreements over issues such as same-sex marriage.
The General Synod of the Anglican Church of Canada has appointed Sheilagh McGlynn as its youth animator, signifying a new stage in the church’s ongoing commitment to youth and young adult ministry. McGlynn is currently the justgeneration.ca facilitator for the Primate’s World Relief and Development Fund, and has a long history in youth ministry. She … Continued
View a PDF version of Highlights from the Council of General Synod: June 25, 2017. Council members gathered after breakfast at 8:45 a.m. at the Queen of Apostles Renewal Centre in Mississauga. Orders of the Day Karen Egan began the Sunday session of the Council of General Synod (CoGS) by reading through the Orders of … Continued
View a PDF version of Highlights from the Council of General Synod: June 24, 2017. Council members gathered after breakfast at 8:45 a.m. at the Queen of Apostles Renewal Centre in Mississauga. Eucharist LCdr The Rev. Beverly Kean-Newhook presided at the morning Eucharist, which featured a reflection from Bishop Sidney Black. Orders of the Day … Continued
View a PDF version of Highlights from the Council of General Synod: June 23, 2017. Council members gathered after breakfast at 8:45 a.m. at the Queen of Apostles Renewal Centre in Mississauga. Opening Eucharist Bishop Larry Robertson presided at the Eucharist that opened the council meeting. Welcome and Opening Formalities Archbishop Fred Hiltz, Primate of … Continued
The following is the second instalment of a two-part article on locally trained ministry within the Anglican Church of Canada. Read Part 1. Different models for locally trained ministry apply in different dioceses and communities of the Anglican Church of Canada. In general, local training involves a regionally-based program that candidates for ministry can participate … Continued
Like many other Canadians, I am mindful that within just a couple of weeks of observing National Aboriginal Day on June 21, we will be commemorating 150 years of Confederation on July 1. For many this will be a great celebration complete with flag raisings and fly passes, parades and concerts, races and regattas, feasts … Continued
The following is the first instalment of a two-part article on locally trained ministry within the Anglican Church of Canada. Read Part 2. On March 17 the Territory of the People, formerly known as the Anglican Parishes of the Central Interior, ordained its first two locally trained priests. Having each previously served for one year … Continued
Since May 31, the Anglican Church of Canada has been engaged in 22 Days of Healing and Reconciliation, deepening learning, prayer and action focused on the Anglican Healing Fund. The church across Canada has focused on the Fund’s commitment to healing and support for community-based Indigenous language recovery projects, a period that will culminate with … Continued
Approximately twenty laity and clergy gathered in Saskatoon, June 6-9, to consider how to equip and encourage a new generation of ministry leaders in the Anglican Provinces of British Columbia and Rupert’s Land.