Archbishop Linda Nicholls
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.
Observing September 30th, the National Day for Truth & Reconciliation
The statement below is commended for sharing in parishes and communities on or before September 30th, known as the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation and as Orange Shirt Day. Additional worship and educational materials are also available to help churches prepare for the day. The long journey to rebuild the relationship between Indigenous and … Continued
Aug. 27, 7pm ET: Prayers with the Primate, in response to wildfires
Join Archbishop Linda online on Sunday, August 27, to gather in prayer for those affected by recent wildfires—evacuees, first responders, caregivers and others—especially those in the Northwest Territories and British Columbia.
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.
Archbishop Michael Peers (1934-2023)
Late last week we learned of the death of Archbishop Michael Peers, Primate of the Anglican Church of Canada from 1986 to 2004. Our deepest condolences are extended to his wife, Dorothy, and his extended family. Although +Michael retired as primate nearly twenty years ago, the legacy of his leadership continues in so many aspects … Continued
Churches call on Prime Minister for stronger action to address conditions in Israel and Palestine
At the recent Assembly of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in Canada and the Anglican Church of Canada both churches affirmed a resolution calling for stronger action to address the deteriorating conditions in Israel and Palestine, in keeping with already stated Canadian government policies for the region.
Primate: On the anniversary of the war in Ukraine
On February 24th we mark a full year since the invasion of Ukraine by Russia began a protracted war. Bombing of cities, destruction of infrastructure, and daily loss of life continue with no end in sight. We have seen the resilience and courage of the Ukrainian people as they have resisted the unprovoked aggression of the Russian president. We have watched as the rest of the world discerns what actions of support will help and seek the delicate balance that will not escalate this conflict into a worldwide conflagration with a nuclear power.
Primate, National Bishop write PM Trudeau following synagogue shooting in East Jerusalem
Archbishop and Primate Linda Nicholls and ELCIC National Bishop Susan Johnson write Prime Minister Trudeau and other Canadian leaders, after receiving news of an attack which took place at an East Jerusalem synagogue on January 27, International Holocaust Remembrance Day.
Primate: On recent same-sex marriage recommendation in the Church of England
On January 20, bishops in the Church of England issued their recommendation that prayers that may be used to bless civil partnerships, civil marriages and covenanted friendships, but they have not offered support for same-sex marriage within the Church.