Pastoral letter from the Primate on Jerusalem
What follows is a pastoral letter from Archbishop Fred Hiltz, the Primate, to Canadian bishops. The letter was sent with a request that it be sent to all parishes and read on Sunday, March 25.
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Joyous Easter greetings
In this joint Easter message, Archbishop Fred Hiltz of the Anglican Church of Canada and National Bishop Susan C. Johnson of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in Canada read the Easter story and wish all Christians “a joyous celebration of the resurrection.”
With the Primate in Melanesia–virtually
It may be hard for you to tag along as the Primate visits the Church of the Province of Melanesia, March 15 to 28. There may not be enough berths in the ship that will ferry him across the Solomon Sea. You may not have taken anti-malarial medication. You may not like roast pig.
But you can still follow Archbishop Fred Hiltz’s adventures through the blog, “The Gospel Canoe,” which I will write as I accompany him and Global Relations Coordinator Dr. Andrea Mann on the trip.
Egyptian Coptic Church leader dies
Pope Shenouda III, spiritual leader of the Egyptian Coptic Church since 1971 and a president of the World Council of Churches (WCC) from 1991 to 1998, passed away of natural causes on Saturday 17 March. In a letter to the church dated 18 March, WCC general secretary Rev. Dr Olav Fykse Tveit paid tribute to Pope Shenouda’s unwavering pursuit of Christian unity and peace throughout the Middle East and the world.
Letter to the Coptic Orthodox Patriarchate, Archdiocese of North America
Letter to the General Bishop and Patriarchal Exarch of the Coptic Orthodox Patriarchate, Archdiocese of North America on the recent death of His Holiness Pope Shenouda III.
Archbishop of Canterbury announces he is stepping down at the end of the year
The Archbishop of Canterbury Dr Rowan Williams has today revealed that he is to step down from his role at the end of the year.
His decision comes after 10 years in the post and after accepting the position of Master of Magdalene College, Cambridge.
World Council of Churches leader visits Toronto
On March 13, the Rev. Dr. Olav Fykse Tveit, General Secretary of the World Council of Churches (WCC), will visit General Synod offices to learn about the full communion relationship between the Anglican Church of Canada (ACC) and the Evangelical Lutheran Church in Canada (ELCIC).
Make a ribbon, model reconciliation
Every Ribbon of Reconciliation looks different. Some are banners, sewn from fabric. Some are made of welded metal. Others are small, crocheted by careful hands. All represent a step towards reconciliation between Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal peoples.
Join The Community, our new social network
The Community is the Anglican Church of Canada’s dedicated social network, a place for people to discuss mission today. Today it launches with a hub for lectionary readings, forums, and topical blogs on children’s ministry, French language ministry, liturgy, and technology.
Solemnity and surprise in Lent podcasts
The Anglican Church of Canada is releasing a series of 10 short podcasts to support people’s personal devotions during Lent. The series “Solemnity and surprise” is written and delivered by Sister Margaret Hayward, a member of the Community of the Sisters of the Church. The first podcast, for Ash Wednesday, is available online now.
Snapshots from a Cuban synod
A busy synod, a gift of motorcycles, and a parish tour punctuated by sweet coffee: the annual Canadian Anglican visit to the Iglesia Episcopal de Cuba (Episcopal Church of Cuba), Feb. 1 to 13, was a success. View a photo gallery from Dr. Andrea Mann, global relations coordinator, or read her reflection below.
African Anglicans appeal for harmony, understanding between Muslims and Christians
Anglican leaders from across the continent of Africa have made an emotional appeal to Muslim faith leaders to stand with them in opposition to “tragic violence that is destroying our communities”.
Honour a volunteer through Treasured Talents
They live among us. They serve on committees, drive kids to camp, and plant flowers in the spring. Sometimes they make crustless cucumber sandwiches. Other times they sponsor refugees.
Spanish lessons, road trips show commitment to Cuba
On his annual trip to the Iglesia Episcopal de Cuba, Feb. 1 to 13, the Primate, Archbishop Fred Hiltz, brings several new and tangible examples of Canadian Anglicans’ commitment to their Cuban partners.
Donors must see impact of national ministries
As results tally up from the 2011 annual appeals that support national ministries, two things are clear: General Synod has many loyal donors, and the church needs to keep sharing with them its stories of vibrant ministry—from environmental advocacy to training young leaders.