Bishop Joey Royal has resigned
The Rt. Rev. Joey Royal, suffragan bishop of the Diocese of the Arctic, has resigned from his role effective October 20, 2024.
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A message for Truth and Reconciliation Day, September 30
National Indigenous Archbishop Chris Harper offers a message in advance of September 30, the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation.
Download resources for Season of Creation, Sept. 1-Oct. 4, 2024
Christians around the world are invited to give particular attention to praying and caring for God’s creation as part of the global Season of Creation, observed from September 1 to October 4 every year.
Theme of General Synod 2025 focuses on hope, strength and renewal
A multi-coloured stylized soaring eagle will grace the logo of General Synod 2025, along with a quote from Isaiah 40:31: “They will soar on wings like eagles.” The logo encapsulates General Synod’s theme of hope, strength and renewal.
Primate Linda Nicholls says farewell
As she prepares to retire on Sept. 15, Primate Linda Nicholls is saying good-bye to Anglicans in a video message. I
A prayer and offering for the Season of Creation
Creator of all, the seasons stand to glorify your name through every passing moment and all creation lifts up thanksgiving for your handiwork. We thank you for this new day and the opportunities that open before us like petals of the flower.
Jerusalem churches urge end to war in Gaza
As we rapidly approach the twelfth month of the present devastating war, We, the Patriarchs and Heads of the Churches in Jerusalem, feel compelled to once again express our grave concerns over its dire direction. For despite repeated calls for the de-escalation of violence from ourselves and the international community, the situation in our beloved … Continued
Spiritual Care Awareness Week: October 20-26
For Spiritual Care Awareness Week, taking place October 20-26, dioceses and parishes are encouraged to honour and offer prayers 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 comfort of the … Continued
Deacons see new potential as emissaries for church in ‘fractured world’
Deacons in the Anglican Church of Canada are seeking to redefine their role in a changing world as they look toward next year’s General Synod—where diaconal ministry is set to be a major topic of discussion.
In gratitude for the Primate’s ministry
History was made at General Synod on July 13, 2019, when Linda Nicholls was elected as the first woman primate in the Anglican Church of Canada. There were cheers and tears of joy as those present heard the announcement. They began to sing the doxology: “Praise God from whom all blessings flow…” During her five-year … Continued
Global Christian leaders urge end to violence in Gaza
In a new letter, over 200 global Christian bishops and executive leaders urged world powers to end complicity in the ongoing violence and atrocities committed in Gaza as a part of the ongoing war between Israel and Hamas. The letter calls for an immediate permanent ceasefire, work for the release of hostages and prisoners held without due process of law alike, the unimpeded flow of humanitarian aid to civilians, and halting all weapons and ammunition transfers to Israel to ensure they are being used according to international law.
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
Thirty years ago, a small group of Indigenous Anglicans met with a singular purpose. Following the 1993 apology offered by then Primate Michael Peers on behalf of the Anglican Church, twenty-one indigenous peoples from across Canada met in Winnipeg in April of 1994.