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Statement on the Al Ahli Hospital in Gaza City
Over the last few days there has been an escalation of attacks on Gaza City that resulted in an evacuation order in several areas, including the evacuation of the Al Ahli Arab Hospital in Gaza. This hospital is under the oversight of the Episcopal Diocese of Jerusalem and has been offering shelter, aid and medical … Continued
Book discussion with the Primate: The Wall Between
The Companions of Jerusalem invite Anglicans to join Primate Linda Nicholls in a reading and discussion of The Wall Between: What Jews and Palestinians Don’t Want to Know about Each Other, by Raja Khouri and Jeffrey Wilkinson, on Wednesday, July 17 at 7 p.m. ET.
Conference to examine inclusivity in liturgy
The National Worship Conference taking place in Regina from July 18 to July 21 will examine how liturgy and worship practices can better reflect the diversity of modern congregations.
Walking the past into the future: 30 years of the Covenant
This article was contributed by the Office of the National Indigenous Archbishop. “Any prayerfully articulated covenant comes from a generation and voice that had a vision, hope and faith. The generation of the present, holding the covenant like a banner, must look to, uphold and enact the voice of the covenant. It is for those … Continued
Indigenous youth gather for Sacred Beginnings
About a dozen young people convened at the Sandy-Salteaux Spiritual Centre in Beausejour, Man. from May 6 to 13 for the second national gathering of Indigenous youth known as Sacred Beginnings.
Anglican Church of Canada committed to apology to survivors of abuse by Ralph Rowe
This week, reports have circulated in the media about a meeting between representatives of the Anglican Church of Canada and the survivors of abuse by Ralph Rowe. In October 2023, the court approved a settlement negotiated in a class action lawsuit filed on behalf of the survivors of abuse by Ralph Rowe against the Diocese … Continued
New prayer resource for Daily Office available
A new prayer resource published by the Anglican Church of Canada will be of interest to Anglicans who pray the Daily Office. Pray Without Ceasing invites Anglicans to deepen their faith, join with the wider Church in prayer and maintain formative patterns in the rhythm of spiritual life. Praying the Daily Office stands as a … Continued
Highlights from the Council of General Synod: June 2, 2024
View a PDF version of Highlights from the Council of General Synod: June 2, 2024. Members of the Council of General Synod (CoGS) gathered at 9 a.m. EDT at the Queen of Apostles Renewal Centre in Mississauga, Ont. National Advisory Council Terms of Reference Dr. Ryan Weston, lead animator for Public Witness for Social and … Continued
Highlights from the Council of General Synod: June 1, 2024
View a PDF version of Highlights from the Council of General Synod: June 1, 2024. Members of the Council of General Synod (CoGS) gathered at 9 a.m. EDT at the Queen of Apostles Renewal Centre in Mississauga, Ont. Gospel-Based Discipleship National Indigenous Anglican Archbishop Chris Harper and Anglican Council of Indigenous Peoples (ACIP) co-chairs the … Continued
Highlights from the Council of General Synod: May 31, 2024
View a PDF version of Highlights from the Council of General Synod: May 31, 2024. Members of the Council of General Synod (CoGS) gathered at 9 a.m. EDT at the Queen of Apostles Renewal Centre in Mississauga, Ont. Opening Eucharist CoGS held an opening worship service and Eucharist in the chapel. Results of Email Votes … Continued
A call to lift up the feather of prayer and love: Archbishop Chris Harper
Reflection from National Indigenous Archbishop Chris Harper
Gaza ceasefire pilgrimage calls for ‘just peace’: Anglican Journal
Anglicans joined other people of faith on May 22 in Ottawa for a prayer vigil, a news conference and meetings with MPs to call for a just peace in Palestine and Israel. The Anglican Journal reports.
UPDATED: Resources available for National Indigenous Day of Prayer, June 21
Greetings for National Indigenous Day of Prayer National Indigenous Archbishop Chris Harper offers prayers and a reflection for National Indigenous Day of Prayer and National Indigenous History Month. Download this video for local use: High Resolution (mp4, 720p, 202MB) Low Resolution (mp4, 360p, 63MB) Transcript (PDF) Are you planning worship for your congregation to mark … Continued