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A chuckle-worthy post on this first day of April. #poissondavril

With so much going on this week, we almost missed the chance to share this event from the Anglican Diocese of Montreal. Children’s Choir Story time Coloring Praying & wondering... Dancing *** RSVP by tomorrow at 5pm Eastern to take part in Children's Good Friday Story Time (to be held on Friday, April 2 at 10am ET).

Mark your calendaron Good Friday, Christ Church Cathedral, Victoria, BC offers a special liturgy in words and music that recreates an almost 250-year-old tradition. Distinguished Canadian preachers, including our Primate, will invite us to reflect with them on the traditional Seven Last Words of Christ.

"Lord, are you going to wash my feet?" In the latest Ministry Matters post, Holy Cross Calgary's the Rev. Dr. Kyle Norman looks at John 13 and how we might enter the blessing of foot washing this Maundy Thursday.

Did you hear about the 100-hour Bible Reading Marathon happening online from The Diocese of Athabasca? The event features readers from across the country and beyond. All are welcome to tune in and follow along. From the diocese’s Bishop David: As Jesus said "watch with me one hour" (Matt 26,40) and as St. Paul said Every scripture is inspired by God and useful for teaching, for reproof, for correction, and for training in righteousness, that the person dedicated to God may be capable and equipped for every good work. Let us share, and let us listen. May you be fed by this.

Parish baking by Zoom?? Neat idea! Some folks look super focused!

The Primate and National Indigenous Anglican Archbishop have written a letter to the Minister of Justice, regarding Canada's implementation of UNDRIP.

The work of the Mission to Seafarers is so importantwhich has been highlighted even more by the pandemic. https://www.bbc.com/news/business-54549612

In this month's Anglican Reconciliation Connections newsletter, we are reminded that the light shines in the darkness, and the darkness [does] not overcome it. (John 1:5) Find out about your invitation to shine light for others in an upcoming Gospel Jamboree.

Last week, Primates across the Anglican Communion met online. The first day was devoted to the Covid-19 pandemic and the second day to internal Anglican Communion matters.

Archbishop and Primate Linda Nicholls writes a letter to the Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Canada, the Hon. David Lametti, regarding Bill C-6, An Act to amend the Criminal Code (conversion therapy).

Encouraging news. Please keep Bishop Michael in your prayers.

Just a cheeky reminder for regions in the country which observe daylight savings time! Don't forget to "fall back" your clocks on Saturday night/Sunday morning.

Via Mission to Seafarers: Port of Thunder Bay: Chaplain Ed Swayze with a message this Remembrance Day.

Today we observe the commemoration of Teresa of Avila, Spiritual Teacher and Reformer, 1582, as well as John of the Cross, Priest, Spiritual Teacher, 1591. "All the works of the Lord are very good, and whatever he commands will be done at the appointed time." (Sirach 39:16) https://lectionary.anglican.ca/

National Indigenous Ministry is hosting their next national Gospel Jamboree (online and on radio) on Saturday, November 28. All are welcome to contribute with a recording, prayer, poem or similar offering. Find out more at http://www.gospeljam.ca/. Submit your material at https://airtable.com/shrmyynKq5yEMpd7B.

Looking for the 2021 McCausland's ("Ordo"), desk or pocket diary, or the coveted Canadian Church Calendar? Find them here: https://anglican.gilmore.ca//b2efc921-63d7-4d6e-811c-36bb5

CBC Manitoba has published an introductory video on the Rev. Henry Budd, the first Indigenous person in the Americas to be ordained an Anglican priest. cc Henry Budd College for Ministry, The Diocese of Brandon

On National Housing Day, Lutheran and Anglican leaders encourage prayer and advocacy to ensure all have access to safe, affordable housing.

UPDATE: Bishop Michael is out of ICU. Please continue to hold the Bishop and the diocese in your prayers. ====== We pray for the health and full recovery of Bishop Michael Hawkins, as well as for the people of the Diocese of Saskatchewan.

The Rev. Canon Martha Tatarnic - Author reflects on personal changes ahead, thoughts about change implying something is "wrong", and also how it can be faithful to be wrong.

Archbishop and Primate Linda Nicholls shares a message and prayer on the eve of Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Day, October 15.

Highlights are now on anglican.ca, for the final day of the November meeting of the Council of General Synod.

KAIROS: Canadian Ecumenical Justice Initiatives, The United Church of Canada and the Anglican Church of Canada have sent an ecumenical letter to the Minister of Foreign Affairs, calling on the Canadian government to use its voice at the United Nations and with the government of the Philippines to raise concerns about ongoing human rights violations and impunity in the Philippines.

"Jesus said... 'Love your neighbour as yourself.'" (Mark 12:31) Over the weekend, a mosque in Toronto received a serious threat of violence. We stand with the National Muslim Christian Liaison Committee as they condemn this reprehensible act, all acts of violence and all words of division and hate.

Highlights from the third day of Council of General Synod are now online. Saturday saw the appointment of members to the Dismantling Racism Task Force; reports from the pension committee, ACIP/Indigenous Ministries, and PWRDF; and a look at the 2021 budget.

Finally, beloved, whatever is true, whatever is honourable, whatever is just, whatever is pure, whatever is pleasing, whatever is commendable, if there is any e...xcellence and if there is anything worthy of praise, think about these things. Keep on doing the things that you have learned and received and heard and seen in me, and the God of peace will be with you. ~Philippians 4:8-9 See more

The Anglican Reconciliation Connections newsletter for October was released earlier this week. Read the latest about the work to be done toward right relationship with Indigenous Peoples.

Leaders from the Anglican Church of Canada and the Evangelical Lutheran Church in Canada call upon the Governments of Canada and Nova Scotia for an immediate intervention in the Mi’kmaw fishing crisis.

A Collect for Harvest Thanksgiving: Gracious One, you satisfy the need of every living creature. Fill us with gratitude for the abundance of the earth and for t...he bonds of love and care that unite all creation into one family. May our thanks be the soil in which dreams of justice grow and thrive; through Jesus Christ, the Lord of the harvest. Amen. (Prayers for an Inclusive Church, 2009 alt.) See more

So true: "[Clergy] often find themselves ministering in all kinds of places: the grocery store, coffee shop, ski hill, even when walking their dog!" Thanks to our clergy for all that they do.

In just over an hour, tune in with the Rev. Dr. Neil Mancor and the Rev. Lisa Vaughn as they launch a new conversation series, Pew and Beyond. Today, they will welcome Primate Linda Nicholls as their first guest, to discuss "Discipleship amongst the People of God and beyond".

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For food in a world where many walk in hunger; for faith in a world where many walk in fear; for friends in a world where many walk alone; For freedom in a world where many walk in chains; we give you humble thanks, O Lord.

They sent their disciples to him, along with the Herodians, saying, "Teacher, we know that you are sincere, and teach the way of God in accordance with truth, a...nd show deference to no one; for you do not regard people with partiality. Tell us, then, what you think. Is it lawful to pay taxes to the emperor, or not?" https://bit.ly/344egjK See more

I thank you, Lord, with all my heart; I sing praise to you before the gods. I face your holy Temple, bow down, and praise your name... because of your constant love and faithfulness, because you have shown that your name and your commands are supreme. Psalm 138: 1-2 (photo credit Jean-Daniel Ó Donnaa taken at St Stephens Church Lachine 2020)

A privilege to visit the Shingwauk school and cemetery today and remember the children who did not come home.

Archbishop and Primate Linda Nicholls shares a message about the passing of the Rt. Rev. Dr. Geoffrey Peddle, Bishop of the Anglican Diocese of Eastern Newfoundland & Labrador.

I will give thanks to you, Lord, with all my heart. Psalm 9:1I will give thanks to you, Lord, with all my heart. Psalm 9:1

We especially hold in our prayers today the Diocese of Rupert's Land, as they gather today (via videoconference) for their diocesan synod. "Almighty and everliving God, source of all wisdom and understanding, be present with those who take counsel in the Diocese of Rupert's Land for the renewal and mission of your Church. Teach us in all things to seek first your honour and glory. Guide us to perceive what is right, and grant us both the courage to pursue it and the grace to accomplish it; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen."

"Spiritual disciplines are not how we try harder, they are how we train ourselves to live our lives in the manner that Jesus lived his." remarks from the Rev. Dr. Kyle Norman's address at a recent regional ACW gathering in The Anglican Diocese of Calgary

The Diocese of Eastern Newfoundland and Labrador will hold their electoral synod on November 28. Please hold the diocese in your prayers as they enter into a period of prayer and discernment. https://anglicanenl.net/home/electoral-synod/

Just one day after being elected coadjutor bishop of the Diocese of New Westminster, the Rev. John Stephens could be found at St. John's, Shaughnessy, celebrating a Blessing of the Animals this weekend. More: https://www.vancouver.anglican.ca//blessing-of-the-animals