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Conference and Call for Papers to mark 60th anniversary of worldwide Anglican Congress in Toronto
The Canadian Church Historical Society, in collaboration with the History Society of the Episcopal Church, has announced an upcoming conference, “MRI at 60: Mutual Responsibility and Interdependence”. The two-day event is scheduled for April 12-13, 2024, in Toronto, Canada, with Professor Mark Chapman (University of Oxford) as the keynote speaker. The conference commemorates the 60th … Continued
Spiritual Care Awareness Week: October 22-28
With Spiritual Care Awareness Week taking place this year from October 22-28, dioceses and parishes are encouraged to honour and offer prayer for those who exercise ministries of spiritual care. Sometimes called chaplains or pastoral care ministers, these lay people and clergy work to bring the light of Christ, the love of God, and the … Continued
Call to prayer for Artsakh & Armenia
Yesterday I had a visit from members of the Armenian Apostolic Church, who expressed longing that we join them in prayers and build awareness of the terrible genocide occurring in Artsakh (Nagorno-Karabakh) right now.
Chancellor David Jones to retire
After nearly thirteen years of service as Chancellor of General Synod, Canon David P. Jones will retire as of September 1, 2023.
Consultation on Common Texts votes to establish working group on Anti-Semitism
The Anglican Church of Canada is a member church in the Consultation of Common Texts (CCT). The CCT produces resources for ecumenical use, and also develops relationships of professional support and mutual prayer.
Call for applications: Liturgical Advisory Committee
Applications are sought for members of the Liturgical Advisory Committee of Faith, Worship, and Ministry. The closing date for applications is April 3, 2023.
Jan. 18-25: Week of Prayer for Christian Unity
The Week of Prayer for Christian Unity (WPCU) is an ecumenical celebration held each year from January 18-25. Christians around the world are invited to pray for the unity of all Christians, to reflect on scripture together, to participate in ecumenical services and to share fellowship.
Pray for peace in Brazil
The Anglican Episcopal Church of Brazil has expressed its vehement repudiation of the terrorist actions that took place this Sunday, January 8, in Brazil. Please pray for the witness of the church and its leaders in the midst of these troubling times.
Call for Applications: Representative to the Forum for Intercultural Leadership and Learning
The General Synod is seeking applications from members of the Anglican Church of Canada (ACC) to serve with the Forum for Intercultural Leadership and Learning (FILL). The Forum for Intercultural Leadership and Learning of the Canadian Council of Churches is an ecumenical Christian partnership through which its member churches work toward intercultural leadership development and … Continued
Information and application: Rhythms of Renewal Youth Leader Retreat
This November, the Youth Secretariat with the Animator for Youth Ministry are offering a retreat—in the fullest sense of the word—a time to reflect, replenish and renew.
Ecumenical Partners Call for Justice for Migrant Workers
In a letter to Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Sean Fraser, the Anglican Church of Canada and three ecumenical partners call for a more just system for migrant workers in Canada. The Anglican Church of Canada, the Evangelical Lutheran Church in Canada, The Presbyterian Church in Canada, and The United … Continued
September 20: National memorial service for Queen Elizabeth II
A national memorial service for Queen Elizabeth II was held at St. James Cathedral in Toronto, Ontario on Tuesday, September 20, 2022 at 3pm Eastern Time. A livestream of the service is available on this page. In attendance will be the Primate of the Anglican Church of Canada, along with archbishops, bishops and clergy, Indigenous and … Continued
Resources for the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation—Orange Shirt Day
Each year, the Anglican Church of Canada marks the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation—Orange Shirt Day. The following resources are commended for use across the Church for worship and study. A Statement on the Indian Residential Schools from Indigenous Survivors, Elders, and Leaders Prayer for the Children from the Remembering the Children Tour Prayers … Continued