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ST. MARY MAGDALENE
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Episcopal Itinerary
The Episcopal Itinerary has been updated for June 2009 - June 2010.
Bishop Sue
Thurs., July 23rd - Fri., July 24th = Appeal Hearing with the N.S. Utility and Review Board re Property Redevelopment
Sun., July 26th = Pastoral Visit: Parish of Bible Hill (Deconsecration of Christ Church, Clifton)
Mon., July 27th = Appeal Hearing with the N.S. Utility and Review Board
Tues., July 28th = Reading & Writing
Wed., July 29th = In Office
Bishop Ron
Vacation cont’d through to Fri., July 24th
Mon., July 27th = Reading & Writing
Tues., July 28th - Wed., July 29th = In Office
* Kelly Appleton, Episcopal Administrative Assistant, will be on vacation Monday, July 27th returning on August 17th. If you require immediate assistance during this period, please contact the Synod Office at 902-420-0717 or office@nspeidiocese.ca.
Rector: Parish of St. Nicholas, Westwood Hills, N.S.
In accordance with Diocesan Canon 25, The Right Rev’d Sue Moxley is inviting applications for the position of Rector of the Parish of St. Nicholas, Westwood Hills, Nova Scotia. The Parish Profile is on file with the Bishops’ Office and may be reviewed by any prospective applicant. If you wish to be considered for this position, the profile and application form may be obtained by contacting – in advance – Kelly Appleton at bishopsoffice@nspeidiocese.ca or phoning 902-420-0717.
The deadline for receiving applications is Friday, August 7, 2009.
A copy of Canon 25 can be found on our website at http://www.nspeidiocese.ca/diocese/canon/documents/CANON25-2006.pdf.
The Right Reverend Sue Moxley
Bishop of Nova Scotia and Prince Edward Island
5732 College Street
Halifax, NS B3H 1X3
Phone: 902-420-0717
Fax: 902-425-0717
Email: smoxley@nspeidiocese.ca
Web: http://www.nspeidiocese.ca
Job site of Anglican Church of Canada: http://www2.anglican.ca/jobs/index.php
Music Director Required
St. Francis By the Lakes Anglican Church, Lower Sackville, NS is currently seeking a Music Director who will be responsible for accompanying at Sunday worship services and other special services throughout the year, directing the choir(s) and overseeing the development of ongoing music ministry of the Parish. St. Francis By the Lakes is a family-centered parish that combines both traditional and contemporary music to compliment and fulfill the worship experience of the congregation.
The ideal candidate will possess a minimum of Grade VIII RCM in Piano or an equivalent combination of training and experience. We are seeking an individual who has strong interpersonal skills and is eager to work with members of the parish to encourage their God-given musical talents within the life of the parish and community. This position carries a monthly honorarium.
All interested parties should contact one of the following persons to express their interest in further exploring this opportunity.
Rev. Mark Kingsbury (865-4008); Richard Kearns (865-4422); Rose Smith (864-5577)
Synod Office Staff Summer Vacations:
Kelly, Appleton - July 27-August 14
Bishop Ron Cutler - August 31-September 4; Oct. 5-9
Peter Flemming - August 4-7; August 17-20; week of August 31st
Bishop Sue Moxley - week of August 24th
Jana O'Neil - July 27-August 14
Patrick Pearse - week of September 14th
Gordon Redden - returning August 10
Janice Roby - August 4-28
Kathy Saunders - August 13-14; September 15-16
Lorraine Slopek - August 4-14
2010 Stoles - Those interested in ordering a stole must do so before October 30th by contacting Davena Davis. The cost is $50 each - cash of cheque payable to the "Diocese of NS & PEI". The stoles will be ready for the 2010 Service but an exact date is unknown at this time.
Diocesan Pandemic Task Force to meet during the summer
Bishop Moxley has called for interested individuals to work on a pandemic plan for the Diocese. In response to a call for interested parties, seven individuals have stepped forward to assist in the preparation of the necessary materials and plans for the Diocese. The Bishop has asked Patrick Hartling, the Diocesan HR Advisor and a seasoned Human Resources professional, and Gordon Redden, the Diocesan Executive Director, to Co Chair this Task Force.
In view of the apparent possibilities for the need for these policies and procedures, she has asked the Task Force to present her with a report in early September. The Task Force will be meeting and working during the summer, with a view to presenting ideas and seeking input from the Diocese during that period. Anyone wishing to suggest items or materials or resources for consideration of the Task Force can write the Co -Chairs c/o the Diocesan Executive Director.
Thanks very much,
Co- Chairs Redden and Hartling
PERSPECTIVES
STUDY PROGRAM
Begins Sept. 9th 2009
Do you know what God is doing in the
new millennium?
("Perspectives is absolutely essential for anyone interested in missions!")GEORGE VERWER, Operation Mobilization
What is Perspectives?
Perspectives Study Program on the World Christian Movement is a dynamic 15-week discipleship course taught by a variety of veteran missionaries, influential strategists and professors, each an expert in their respective area.
Discover what God is doing around the world and consider your part in His purposes. Perspectives Study Program will help you understand God’s plan for our world – and possibly for your life – as you explore the following topics:
It is Biblical What does God’s Word reveal about His plan?
Discover God’s often overlooked yet unchanging purpose as it’s revealed from Genesis to Revelation.
It is Historical How has God been working throughout history?
You’ll be challenged and encouraged as you learn about the unlikely people and surprising events God has used throughout history in the spread of the Gospel.
It is Cultural How does culture fit in God’s global plan?
Do missionaries destroy or enhance cultures when they plant churches? Learn the keys for communicating the Gospel to people with different world views and cultures.
It is Strategic What role could you and your church play?
What are ‘unreached people groups’ and why are they so important in the completion of God’s eternal purpose?
Perspectives Study Program is for…
… You!
Where & When
Location:
Birch Cove Baptist Church
50 Donaldson Ave.
Halifax, NS
Time:
Wednesdays, Sept 9 to Dec 16
7pm to 9:30 pm
Contact:
Rob Flanigan
454-9665
Jim Nickle, Registrar
or Register online at www.perspectivescanada.org
Small Group Leaders & Helpers Training
Are you planning a Bible study or other adult small group program?
Do you need training or a refresher for your lay leaders?
St. Timothy's Anglican Church in Hatchet Lake is hosting a training session for Leaders and
Helpers for adult studies and support groups. This two-part program includes:
Our priorities in programming include excellence in hospitality, trust, respect and friendship.
Churches, organizations or individuals interested in participating in this training, may contact
Rev. Lisa Vaughn (852-4580 or lgvaughn@eastlink.ca). There is no cost. Registration required.
Training is Friday, Sept. 11th - 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.
and Saturday, Sept. 12th. - 9 a.m. to 12-noon.
Location: St. Timothy's Hall, 2320 Prospect Road, Hatchet Lake.
(15 minutes from Halifax’s Armdale Roundabout)
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DYC 2009 is now accepting applications to "Come and Discover the Kingdom"! - October 23-25, 2009 at AST. Participant applications can be found here (please link to attachment) and leaders applications are available by e-mailing diocesanyouthconference@yahoo.ca Registration deadline for participants is September 18th, 2009. NO late applications will be accepted this year so get them in ASAP. See you there! |
Click on the brochure to the left to be directed to the Clergy Area where you can link to the complete brochure.
Click above to receive an on-line registration form. But don't wait. Yes, the Conference is in October but rooms must be booked by the beginning of SEPTEMBER! Why not register before you take vacation?
~ click for the full Best Practices Institute (September 2009) details ~
On August 1 at 7:30 pm St. John's Anglican Church in Port Williams will host Musique Royale concerts.
All proceeds from the events are returned to Musique Royale to support the performances of early and traditional music by world-class performers in settings of historic and cultural significance in Nova Scotia. Further information on these and all Musique Royale concerts can be found at http://www.musiqueroyale.com/
Saturday, August 1st performers are Tempest Baroque Ensemble.
TEMPEST BAROQUE ENSEMBLE
Violinist David Greenberg directs the ensemble in an exciting program that explores the rich vein of Baroque masterworks from the 17th and 18th centuries, among them works by J. S. Bach, Purcell and Biber. Joining David Greenberg will be Montreal harpsichordist Marie Bouchard and Symphony Nova Scotia members Kirsty Money, violin and Hilary Brown, cello.
Saturday, August 1 2009, 7:30pm
St. John's Anglican Church, Corner of Hwy 358 & Church St, Port Williams
Tickets available at the door or in advance by phone - $20 each; $5 for students
Diana R. Shelley - (902) 542-5300, Colleen Mansfield - (902) 582-1736 or Musique Royale - (902) 634-9994
A Note from St John-in-the-Wilderness, New Germany, NS
Dear Friends,
In 1844. Bishop John Inglis wrote in his journal, “Tuesday, July 23rd. After some heavy showers, we(the Reverends Philip Filleul & James Cochran) drove three miles to the church, or rather Chapel which is in the Parish of Lunenburg, and found 350 persons assembled. We were three hours in the chapel and then we were obligated to hasten on our journey." He was writing about our church at New Germany.
This year, 2009, we are 165 years old! This church congregation has been a significant part of the spiritual journeys of many people over the years, and continues to be a vibrant community as we face the challenges of continuing in ministry together.
On Saturday, August 8th & Sunday, August 9th (2009) we will be having some special “Anna”versary Celebrations(“Anna”-versary /i.e.Rev Anna Hoeg) and invite all former, present, (and prospective?) members and friends to join us. There will be an Open House and Barbecue on Saturday and Morning Worship and Reception on Sunday.
We’d also like to hear from any clergy family members who may be interested in visiting one of the churches of their childhood or of their ancestors. We are a rural parish, and were often ministered to by young clergy straight from seminary many of whom had young families while they were here. [Our Clergy have included Snyder(1852), Brown(1875), Gwillim(1889), Parry(1890), Andrews(1895), Johnston(1896), Mellor(1897), Johnson(1898), Martell(1909), Harrison(1916), Elliott(1918), Knickle(1920), Brown(1927), Ott(1923), Veinotte(1938), French(1942), Chard(1944), Martell(1948), Isaacs(1954), Trueman(1955), Purvis(1960), Thirkell(1961), Doherty(1964), Purchase(1965), Tattrie(1972), Rigby(1977), Robertson(1984), Armstrong(1990), McClure-Fraser(1997), Henderson(2003), Hoeg(2006)]
If you’d like to join us or wish to know more about our celebration, please contact the “Anna”versary Committee through Catherine Robar at (644-2854) or cf.robar@ns.sympatico.ca
We would like to invite and encourage any whom might be visiting in the Annapolis/Digby area to join us in any of the following Services during the month of July 2009, at St. Anne’s Anglican Birch Chapel, 159 Harbourview, Smith’s Cove, Digby County
Sunday 26th July 1000 Hrs Holy Eucharist BCP Pentecost 8
AST - Summer Concerts at St. Columba Chapel
Looking for a pleasant way to spend a summer evening? Check out these upcoming concerts at AST’s St. Columba Chapel…
Saturday, August 8 – 7:30 p.m.
Musique Royale presents Ensemble Polaris
Tickets $20 - To reserve your spot, please call 902.634.9994
Tickets are also available at the door
More information on Musique Royal and Ensemble Polaris: http://www.musiqueroyale.com
A contribution from an ANN Subscriber:
Hi Folks,
I thought I would pass this along as I found it interesting, and others might, as well. I got this website from an article in a Christian magazine that I receive called Relevant, and you can find the online version at Relevantmagazine.com. This month they had an article on "Voluntary simplicity" they had a cool link that you can put your income into in rough dollar amounts, don't worry they don't ask for your name or personal info, and it shows you where you are in respect to the rest of the world. http://globalrichlist.com/
Living generously anyone?
I especially liked this part.
All you have to do is make a choice.
$8 could buy you 15 organic apples OR 25 fruit trees for farmers in Honduras to grow and sell fruit at their local market.
$30 could buy you an ER DVD Boxset OR a First Aid kit for a village in Haiti.
$73 could buy you a new mobile phone OR a new mobile health clinic to care for AIDS orphans in Uganda.
$2400 could buy you a second generation High Definition TV OR schooling for an entire generation of school children in an Angolan village.
Upcoming Companions on a Journey Events:
- New dates coming soon for Lunenburg, Annapolis Valley & Cape Breton.
The complete July through September Cycle of Prayer and Provincial Prayer Care are now available on the web site at: http://nspeidiocese.ca/diocese/cycle/cycle.htm
DIOCESAN CYCLE OF PRAYER
FORT SACKVILLE REGION
July 26
St. John The Evangelist, Sackville, Nova Scotia
The Reverend Sandra Hounsell-Drover and Lt.(N) the Reverend John Hounsell-Drover, Honorary Assistant
The Reverend Gloria Penwell, Assistant Priest, and Clarence
Trinity, Halifax, Nova Scotia
The Reverend Stephen Ashton and Catherine
St. Francis by the Lakes, Lower Sackville, Nova Scotia
Archdeacon Mark Kingsbury and Valerie
The Reverend Marjorie Saulnier, Deacon
The Reverend Ken Turner, Assistant Priest, and Helen
Pray for all people and their ministries in our Companion Diocese of Moosonee, particularly:
St. John's, Chapleau
The Reverend Bruce Roberts and Pat
St. John's, Foleyet
Pray for the preparations being made for 'Celebration 2010' in the Regions and the Diocese.
[click here for the Anniversary Prayer]
PROVINCIAL PRAYER CARE
Ecclesiastical Province of Canada
July
Let Us Give Thanks For . . .
Please Pray For . . .
26 July Diocese of Fredericton
Bishop Claude Miller
July 28 St. John’s, Portneuf celebrating its 125th Anniversary (QC)
2009 Council of the North Prayer Cycle now available!
New Anglican-Lutheran prayer cycle: The prayer cycle is available here (PDF):
http://www2.anglican.ca/faith/relationships/documents/cp2008-09.pdf
Wednesday, July 22, the Alberton Museum is presenting a preview of it’s portable display commemorating the 150th Anniversary of our Parish, Alberton/O’Leary. Everyone is welcome to attend the Alberton Heritage Centre, former Presbyterian church, between 3 and 4pm for the preview. Light refreshments will be served.
Tuesday, 25 August 2009 at 7:00pm
Christ Anglican Church, Bridge Avenue, Stellarton, NS is
hosting the “Shores of Newfoundland” in concert.
Tickets are $10.
Contacts Dave: 923-2902, Ruth: 752-6374, Mary: 752-6422
Parish of Clements will be holding their Annual Flea Market at the Parish Hall, Deep Brook, Annapolis County on Friday 31st July and Saturday 01st August both days commencing at 0900 …..There will be many Treasures/Hot Dogs and freshly baked cookies….. Hope to see you there!
~ click for larger for full size poster for Vervain Fair ~
Everyone IS Welcome
MISSION TO SEAFARERS – Our Monthly Luncheon will be held on July 31, 2009. Time 12:00noon til 1:00pm. Cost $10, Seniors $7.50, this includes main course, dessert, (Tea/Coffee).
Our Monthly Luncheons are held the last Friday of each month, unless otherwise specified. During inclement weather, please call Mission to Seafarers at (902) 422-7790; in case the luncheon has been postponed.
Social Justice and Stewardship - an interesting connection...
Poverty Justice Camp Needs You!
Space is limited so apply now. While all applications will be considered, we cannot guarantee your place at Justice Camp after Monday, July 20th, 2009.
Local registration has been extended for Poverty Justice Camp. Join us August 9th-15th, 2009 to reflect upon the theme of poverty in the light of biblical study and prayer. The camp will be based at the University of King's College in Halifax, Nova Scotia for the opening and closing days of the camp, with immersion experiences taking place throughout Nova Scotia and Prince Edward Island.
Justice Camp is a intergenerational event that is open to anyone 18 and over. While Justice Camp is an Anglican event, people from any and all spiritual backgrounds are welcome. People from all walks of life, who have an interest in social justice and poverty issues, or simply an interest in learning more about social justice and poverty issues, are encouraged to attend. So spread the word far and wide!
Participants from NS & PEI pay $350 of the $650 camp fee for Maritimers; a generous grant from the Growth For Ministry Fund of the Diocese of NS & PEI will contribute $300 to the fees of each local participant. Travel costs are included for all North American participants; travel claim forms will be available during camp. Bursaries will be available based on need and demand.
Hey students and postulants -- participants can also earn academic credit from AST by attending Poverty Justice Camp and completing certain course requirements.
For more information about Poverty Justice Camp, academic credit, or to register, visit us online at www.justicecamp.ca.
Check out the “Calendar of Events” at: http://www.localendar.com/public/diocese
Click for full "Shepherding the Shepherd brochure.
For parishes on the Irving Oil Plan, the furnace oil price for the period of July 18th to 24th, 2009 is $0.5099 per litre. The Commercial Account Manager for the Diocesan Oil Program is Mr. Cory Hiscock. You may contact him by phone at: 902-798-3061, or by e-mail: cory.hiscock@irvingoil.com
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Until next Wednesday...
