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ANNOUNCEMENTS FROM THE BISHOPS’ OFFICE
The Rev’d Jane Clattenburg has been appointed Priest-in-Charge of the Parish of Christ Church, Dartmouth for the months of October and November, 2009.
Ordination to the Diaconate
On October 15th (Teresa of Avila), 7pm in St. Nicholas Church, Westwood Hills, Tammy Hodge will be ordained a Deacon. Clergy, Postulants and Lay Readers are welcome to robe and process ... the liturgical colour is white. Please uphold Tammy and the Parish of St. Nicholas in your prayers as they prepare for this new chapter in their lives in Christ.
Bishop Sue
Thurs., Oct. 8th = Appointments/Meetings in Office
Thurs., Oct. 8th (evening) = King’s-Edgehill School Alumni Reception
Fri., Oct. 9th = Day Off
Fri., Oct. 9th (evening) = Valley Abundance Cookbook Launch, Kentville
Sat., Oct. 10th - Sun., Oct. 11th = Parish of Port Hill, Deconsecration of Old St. James, Ellerslie
Tues., Oct. 13th - Wed., Oct. 14th = Appointments/Meetings in Office
Bishop Ron
Thurs., Oct. 8th - Fri., Oct. 9th = Vacation, cont’d
Sun., Oct. 11th = Pastoral Visit: Parish of Stewiacke and Shubenacadie
Tues., Oct. 13th - Wed., Oct. 14th = Appointments/Meetings in Office
Rector: Parish of New Germany, 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 New Germany, 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, November 6, 2009.
Rector: Parishes of Petite Riviere and New Dublin, N.S.
In accordance with Diocesan Canon 25, The Right Rev’d Sue Moxley is inviting applications for the position of Rector of the Parishes of Petite Riviere and New Dublin, 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, November 6, 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
Seeking a Musical Director/Organist
St. John the Evangelist Anglican Church in Lower Sackville is seeking an enthusiastic musical director. Our parish vision is to broaden our music ministry to include contemporary and traditional music. We have two services with music: a contemporary Eucharist with our youth group and Sunday School at 9:15 in the Parish Hall and a more formal Eucharist with a small choir in the church at 11:00 am. Our musical equipment includes a Rodgers Model 441 electric organ in the church and a Roland HP 203 Digital Piano and audio-video facilities in our hall. We welcome applicants who would enjoy the challenge of building a new music program and enriching the current program with new and creative ways of doing music ministry.
Please forward your resume to: -
The Wardens, Music Director Search
The Parish of St. John the Evangelist
934 Old Sackville Road
Lower Sackville, Nova Scotia
Canada, B4E 1R3
For further information, contact the parish office at (902) 864-3154 or contact us through email at: sjte@ns.aliantzinc.ca and add “Music Director Search” in the subject line.
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Linked please find a call for expressions of interest for a Spiritual Care Co-ordinator at the Nova Scotia Youth Facility. This is a .8 contract position. The closing date is 23 October 2009. This contract has an expected starting date of 1 December 2009.
Rev. Chris Coffin, DMin.
Manager
Spiritual Services and Cultural Programs
Dept. of Justice - Correctional Services
90 Gloria McCluskey Ave.
Dartmouth, N.S.,
B3B 2B9
902-460-5818 Office
902-483-6618 Cell
902-460-5815 Fax
The Synod Office will be closed on Monday, October 12th for the Thanksgiving Holiday long weekend.
Every blessing this Thanksgiving!
ANGLICAN NET NEWS
Please note: Jan Connors is on vacation October 8-16 inclusive. Jack Tattrie will be finalizing next week's issue. Only items sent to netnews@nspeidiocese.ca can be considered for the October 14th issue. Thank you.
THE CLERGY CONFERENCE Outline/Timetable IS AVAILABLE ON THE CLERGY PAGE, WHICH IS LINKED HERE!
100th ANNIVERSARY BURSARY
The Nova Scotia Board of Anglican Church Women annually offers a bursary of $200.00 to an Anglican Female Mature Student (5 years or more post formal schooling) qualifying in one of two categories: (1) Continuing Education at community schools, community colleges, technical institutes or other recognized institutes of learning; or (2) University Continuing Education courses - credit or not-credit courses. Application forms can be picked up at the ACW Room, 5732 College Street, Halifax, NS B3H 1X3. As the ACW Room does not have regular open hours, you can also leave a message by phoning the ACW Room at (902) 423-8697. Completed forms must be received at the above address by December 31st, 2009. The bursary is awarded early in the new year. |
The Canadian Centre for Ethics in Public Affairs (CCEPA) and the Situating Science Knowledge Cluster, a Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council(SSHRC) Cluster for the Humanist and Social Studies of Science, are pleased to present:
Trust in the New Sciences: Remaking the Human
A five-part national lecture series exploring the ethical, philosophical and social implications of the new sciences of genomics, neuropsychology and nanotechnology.
Part One: Engineering Selfhood in the 21st Century
Are we on the verge of an age when we can re-engineer the human being according to our own designs? Will nature no longer set the limits on the kinds of minds, bodies and persons we can become? This lecture will consider the implications of the ways we govern ourselves, and the new dilemmas of rights and obligations that confront us in light of advances in the new sciences of genomics, neuroscience and biomedicine.
DR. NIKOLAS ROSE - Martin White Professor of Sociology and Director of the BIOS Centre for the Study of Bioscience, Biomedicine, Biotechnology and Society,London School of Economics and Political Science
October 13th, 7pm
Alumni Hall, University of King's College
Halifax
Free Admission - Reception to Follow
The Pollok Lectures 2009 Forbidden Territory: Theology and Religious Studies in Conversation October 20, 21 and 22, 2009
The Pollok Lectures 2009 brings together faculty from Atlantic School of Theology and the Religious Studies Department of Saint Mary’s University. This lecture series celebrates the initiation of the new Master of Arts in Theology and Religious Studies Program offered jointly between the two institutions and illustrates how the conversation between the disciplines of theology and religious studies work together in many areas of study and interest.
Breaking the Barrier Tuesday, October 20, 2009 7:30 p.m. with Dr. Anne Marie Dalton (Saint Mary’s University) and Dr. David Deane (Atlantic School of Theology) The lecture on this evening will look at the barriers, past and present, for Theology and Religious Studies, focusing on the issues of methodology and what each discipline brings to the discussion
Beyond Hospitality: Theology and Religious Studies engage religious diversity in Canada Wednesday, October 21, 2009 7:30 p.m. with Dr. Paul Bowlby (Saint Mary’s University) and the Rev. Dr. Laurence DeWolfe (Atlantic School of Theology
Vampires and Werewolves: what the disciplines of Theology and Religious Studies say about bridging the divide between religion and popular culture Thursday, October 22, 2009 7:30 p.m. with Dr. Nancie Erhard and Dr. Alexander Soucy (Saint Mary’s University) and Dr. Alyda Faber and the Rev. Dr. David MacLachlan (Atlantic School of Theology) The panel discussion on this evening will illustrate living in the twilight of the divide between Theology and Religious Studies.
Lectures are free and open to the public. All are welcome.
St. Columba Chapel Atlantic School of Theology 660 Francklyn Street Halifax, Nova Scotia Information: (902) 423-5592
The Pollok Lectures were begun shortly after the turn of the century to honor Dr. Allan Pollok, a former principal of Presbyterian College which was the predecessor of Pine Hill Divinity Hall, a founding party of Atlantic School of Theology. The endowment income for the Pollok Lectures is made available through the Board of Pine Hill Divinity Hall. |
Christmas Shoe Box Campaign
This year we are looking for Men’s Items Only. Due to last year’s quotas, we do not require any Women’s Items this year.
Each year during the holiday season the Mission to Seafarers distributes gift boxes of much needed items to seafarers who arrive at the Port of Halifax. The Mission depends on the support of Churches and the Community. Many groups/individuals ask what to include in the shoe boxes. Here is a list to guide you: - Hat- Scarf- Mitts/Gloves- Socks- Personal Care Items, such as: - Soap- Deodorant- Shampoo- Shaving Cream- Disposable Razors- Tooth Brush- Tooth Paste- Hard Candy (no chocolate or cookies)- a small memento (optional)- Greeting Card (optional)
- Note Paper- Envelopes- Pen- Post Cards.
For the safety and security of the Mission to Seafarers and to protect prospective seafarers all Alcohol and Sharp Knives (Jack Knives, etc.) are prohibited by law. Please do not wrap the Shoe Boxes. The Christmas Wrap for the box can be folded and placed inside the box, if you wish. Once they are received by the Mission, each shoe box is then inspected and wrapped according to the Canadian Customs Procedures and Regulations. Shoe Boxes may be dropped off anytime between now and Christmas -- although it would be nice to have them by the mid December -- directly to the Mission at 844 Marginal Road, Halifax. Should you require additional information, please contact (902) 422-7790
Advent is coming…are you ready?
Get an early start on your Advent preparations with the cutting-edge ecumenical education workshop No Minor Profits! During this 2-day session, workshop presenter the Rev. Dr. Laurence DeWolfe will guide participants through the imagery, daring, and hope embodied in the texts from the Lectionary for Advent. Nourish your creativity and get ready for the busy season ahead.
No Minor Prophets!
Church of St. Andrew and St. David
164 Germain Street
Saint John, NB E2L 2G3
Date: November 19-20
Registration Fee: $50 per person (bursaries available)
Deadline to Register: Friday, November 13
Further information and registration details available on the AST web site: www.astheology.ns.ca/UpcomingEvents.html
A block of hotel rooms has been reserved at the Delta Hotel, 39 King Street (Market Square), Saint John, for $115 per night (taxes and parking are extra). Please call hotel reservations at 1-800-335-8233 and tell them you are attending the Atlantic School of Theology meeting to take advantage of this rate.
PICTURE YOUR CHURCH PICTURED AT GS |
General Synod Local Arrangements Committee has need of SUMMER pictures (in .jpeg format ONLY please) of every church in the Diocese of Nova Scotia and Prince Edward Island. While we have some here that we use on the Diocesan website and Anglican NetNews, we don't have all of them. And, you may wish to update us.
Please send your pictures as attachments by email to Pauline Liengme at: pliengme@stfx.ca
The deadline is December 1, 2009.
Romance Renewed!
The Date-Night Couples course is back this fall by popular demand!
It includes candlelight dinners, jazz music and renewed romance!
This relationship enrichment program called “The Marriage Course” starts
Oct. 15th in St. Timothy’s Hall, Hatchet Lake. The seven session program teaches
skills to build or enhance a healthy relationship that lasts a lifetime. The program
is for any married, engaged, or cohabiting couple who wants to build strong
foundations for a healthy relationship It's a great opportunity to spend time together as a
couple and look at important issues.
Enjoy a hearty, elegant meal together and listen to a talk exploring topics like communication,
resolving conflict, forgiveness, good sex and more! No group discussion involved.
Dates are: Oct. 15, Oct. 22, Oct. 29, Nov. 5, Nov. 19, Nov. 26 and Dec. 3.
Fee is $140 per couple to cover costs of food, workbooks and materials.
HURRY to REGISTER there’s a limit of 10 couples.
Location: 2320 Prospect Road, Hatchet Lake (only 12 minutes from the Armdale Roundabout)
Call 852-4580 or e-mail: lgvaughn@eastlink.ca
HOP ON BOARD! 2010 Committee of Cathedral Church of All Saints wants you to go on a trip to celebrate!
2010 TRIP TO OBERAMMERGAU – All those interested in a 13 –day European Trip to Oberammergau departing September 20th, 2010 are invited to contact CAA [443-7654 and ask for Pat] or Insight Vacations for additional information. |
100th ANNIVERSARY BURSARY
The Nova Scotia Board of Anglican Church Women annually offers a bursary of $200.00 to an Anglican Female Mature Student (5 years or more post formal schooling) qualifying in one of two categories: (1) Continuing Education at community schools, community colleges, technical institutes or other recognized institutes of learning; or (2) University Continuing Education courses - credit or not-credit courses. Application forms are linked here or can be picked up at the ACW Room, 5732 College Street, Halifax, NS B3H 1X3. As the ACW Room does not have regular open hours, you can also leave a message by phoning the ACW Room at (902) 423-8697. Completed forms must be received at the above address by December 31st, 2009. The bursary is awarded early in the new year.
A VERY SPECIAL 2010 CALENDAR
The Anglican Church Women of Nova Scotia will have for sale a very special 2010 Church Calendar, celebrating the 300th Anniversary of continuous Anglican worship in our Diocese. As it will feature pictures of 12 churches in our Diocese, it is anticipated that it will be a keepsake item. The calendar is produced by the 2010 Committee as part of the 2010 celebrations.
For groups wishing to sell these 2010 Church Calendars as a fund raising project in their parish, now is the time to place an order. For more information please contact the ACW Calendar Chairperson, Anna Langille, at (902) 423-8697, or write to Anna at the ACW Room, Diocesan Centre, 5732 College Street, Halifax, NS B3H 1X3. Order forms were distributed at the Annual Meeting and are also included in the Summer issue of the ACW Newsletter, "Keeping In Touch....". Please get your order with payment in to the office early because Anna believes they will go very quickly. There will be a limited printing, and once they are gone, they’re gone! (It is expected that for 2011 the ACW will once again be offering "The Canadian Church Calendar" as they have done in previous years.)
Thank you to everyone who last year delivered the church calendars to branches and drop-off areas across Nova Scotia and Prince Edward Island. Hand Delivery is the best way to go! Mailing is very costly and postage seems to always be going up.
A Celebration of New Ministry for the Parish of St. Peter’s, Birch Cove and the Reverend Robert Richmond, will take place Wednesday, October 14, 7 pm. All are welcome.
Sunday, October 18th - St. Luke's Day
7:00pm Christ Church, New Ross
Celebration of New Ministry
for the Parish of New Ross
and the Rev. Frances Boutilier
The Gospel Steps, a singing/dancing group of 12 young ladies from First United Church in Mount Pearl, Newfoundland will be giving two concerts in the Halifax Metropolitan area. Their material consists of songs that highlight Bible stories from the Old Testament in a musical presentation called "Hero Of The Faith". Songs in the collection include "Hero Of The Faith", "The Most High God", "Moses Led His People","Deborah", "Elijah", "When I Turned My Heart To Heaven", "Goliath", and "I Am His Lamb" All the material is very upbeat and the stories are presented in a dancing musical theatre style. The girls love performing their material and have been blessed with a warm reception wherever they sing and dance.
Performances will be held Friday, Oct 23rd at 7:30 p.m. at Bedford United Church, 1200 Bedford Highway Bedford and Sunday, Oct 25th at All Saints Cathedral 5732 College St, Halifax . Joining them both nights will be the Gospel Singing trio of Peter MacDonald, Ronalda Hutton and Anne Devine and on Friday Night Judy Savoy. Come be part of this musical presentation of Gospel Music for young and old alike.
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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 September 2009, at St. Edward the Confessor Anglican Church, 1650 Highway No 1, Clementsport, Annapolis County……
Sunday 11th October 1000 Hrs Holy Eucharist BCP Harvest 1
Sunday 18th October 1000 Hrs Morning Prayer BCP Pentecost 19
Sunday 25th October 1000 Hrs Holy Eucharist BCP Pentecost 21
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Some thoughts on living generously in 2009
http://globalrichlist.com/
Living generously anyone?
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:
· Nov 20/21 Prince Edward Island. Details to be announced.
- Stay tuned for new dates coming soon for Lunenburg, Annapolis Valley & Cape Breton.
The complete October through December 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
SOUTH SHORE REGION
October 11
LaHave with Blue Rocks, Nova Scotia
The Reverend Jane Reid
St. Matthew’s, Upper LaHave
St. Bartholomew’s, Middle LaHave
St. Barnabas, Blue Rocks
St. John’s, Lunenburg, Nova Scotia
The Reverend Michael Mitchell and Holly
Pray for all people and their ministries in our Companion Diocese of Moosonee, particularly:
St. Paul's, South Porcupine
The Reverend Bruce Roberts and Pat
St. Chad's, Schumacher
St. John's, Chapleau
St. John's, Foleyet
The Synod Office Staff
Julie Thibault, Secretary Treasurer
Ruth Cluley, Executive Assistant
Aimée Mousseau, Communications Officer
Provincial House of Bishops, October 13
Provincial Synod, Cochrane, October 14-16
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
October
Let Us Give Thanks For . . .
Please Pray For . . .
11 October Diocese of Nova Scotia & Prince Edward Island
Bishop Sue Moxley and Suffragan Bishop Ron Cutler
October 7-9 Meeting of the Bishop’s Archdeacons in Quebec City (QC)
October 14 Clergy conference (WNL)
2009 Council of the North Prayer Cycle now available!
Anglican-Lutheran prayer cycle: The prayer cycle is available here (PDF):
http://www2.anglican.ca/faith/relationships/documents/cp2008-09.pdf
St. Francis By The Lakes Annual Roast Beef Supper
192 First Lake Drive, Lower Sackville
Saturday October 24th, 2009 4:30 pm to 6:30 pm
Roast Beef Supper includes Dessert, Tea & Coffee
Adults $10.00
Children under 12 years $5.00
Alternate Children’s menu - $2.50
Hot Dog, Potato Chips & Dessert
Sponsored by the Anglican Church Women
Everyone Welcome
TAKE A BREAK FROM RAKING UP THOSE LEAVES & COME VISIT US IN LOCKEPORT & ADMIRE THE FALL FOLIAGE STILL ON THE BEAUTIFUL TREES ,ALONG THE WAY. OUR ANNUAL PARISH SALE & AUCTION WILL BE HELD OCT 17TH. AT THE FIRE HALL, HALL STREET IN BEAUTIFUL DOWNTOWN LOCKEPORT - EXIT 23 OFF HWY #103. DOORS OPEN @ 10 AUCTION BEGINS @ 11:30 TURKEY BURGERS AVAILABLE FOR LUNCH AND PIE & CRAFT TABLES GALORE, TO HELP WITH EARLY CHRISTMAS SHOPPING :-} MERRY CHRISTMAS TO ALL AND A GOOD DAY TO BE HAD BY ALL. |
Cookbook Launch and Recipe Sampling
Bishop Sue Moxley (Anglican Diocese of NS & PEI) will bless and
officially launch the cookbook "Valley Abundance: History in the Eating " at
6:30PM , Friday, October 9 at St James Anglican Church (Upper Hall). The
cookbook, which contains delicious recipes plus interesting information
about Valley agriculture, history and people, is just $15.
Come, meet the cooks, taste their favourite recipes, get your book
autographed!
~ Samples of 40+ recipes - just $5 ~
*Quilt & Fibre Arts Show and Sale* * * |
MISSION TO SEAFARERS – Our Monthly Luncheon will be held on October 30, 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.
St. Francis By The Lakes Irish Ceilidh
Fourth Annual Auction & Dinner
Saturday October 17th, 2009
Location: Jolly Mug, Bayers Lake
Tickets: $10.00 per person (Age 19+)
Includes ¼ Chicken Dinner
Viewing: 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Dinner 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Auction to follow
Call Sarah Smith for tickets @ 864-4281
Parish of Alberton/O’Leary
Prince Edward Island, Rev. Andrew Mortimer
Remember With Us...War Song Sing a Long...November 9,
St. Peters, Alberton. Come, remember with us....
Christ Church (Windsor) “Cinema Paradiso”
The Christ Church “Cinema Paradiso” Movie Nights are open to all who are interested in exploring some of the questions that movies raise. Thursday evenings, 6:30pm, Christ Church Parish Hall, 7 Wentworth Street, Windsor. The following movies will be watched with a brief discussion following. October 22nd – “Slum Dog Millionaire”; November 26th – “The Children of Men”; January 28th – “Babette’s Feast”; February 25th – “Wit”; March 25th – “The Mission”; April 22nd – “Chariots of Fire”; May 27th – “The Merchant of Venice”.
Contact: (Rev’d) David Curry, 798-2454; dpcurry@ns.sympatico.ca |
Christ Church BOOK Club – Windsor Interested in books and a bit of discussion? The Christ Church Book Club welcomes anyone who is interested. Tuesday evenings, 7:30-8:30, Christ Church Parish Hall, 7 Wentworth Street, Windsor. The following books (or excerpts) will be considered along with reference to other works related to them: November 3rd - “The Twilight of Atheism: The Rise and Fall of Disbelief in the Modern World” by Alistair McGrath; December 1st – “The Mind of the Maker” by Dorothy Sayers; February 2nd, “The Shack” by Wm. Paul Young; May 4th – “Vermeer’s Hat: The Seventeenth Century and the Dawn of the Global World” by Timothy Brook. Come, whether you have read all, some or none!
Contact: (Rev’d) David Curry, 798-2454; dpcurry@ns.sympatico.ca. For more information see http://christchurchwindsor.ca/news-and-events/christ-church-book-club/ |
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REFUGEE SPONSORSHIP & SETTLEMENT A workshop for people interested in refugee sponsorship and in particular groups settling Palestinian families
Saturday, October 24th, 2009 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. Salvation Army Community Church and Family Resource Centre 328 Herring Cove Road, Spryfield
R.S.V.P. to ejones@misa.ns.ca or #406-8638 by Oct. 15th
Lunch will be provided
In fall 2009, the first of 6 Palestinian refugee families will begin to arrive in Halifax. They are being privately sponsored by various faith and community groups. In Private Sponsorship groups are responsible for the financial and emotional well-being of the families they support. This workshop will assist groups (new and experienced) in understanding their role in settling the families. Topics covered:
Organized by: Metropolitan Immigrant Settlement Association, Atlantic Refugee Immigrant Services, Committee of Groups Sponsoring Palestinian Families
Gratitude is expressed to: The Refugee Sponsorship Training Program, Toronto for financial support Salvation Army All presenters |
Ketsana Storm in the Philippines September 29, 2009
News Release #1
Tropical Storm Ketsana struck on September 26 causing heavy rainfall, landslides and flash flooding that affected the island of Luzon and the National Capital Region. The Philippines government is appealing for foreign aid to help the 450,000 who are displaced and many more who are taking shelter where they can. More than 240 people have been reported dead and the count is rising. A 'State of Calamity" has been issued for the Metro Manila region.
Ketsana has been upgraded to a typhoon and slammed into Vietnam where 22 people are reported dead. The Vietnamese government has evacuated over 170,000 people.
PWRDF Initial Response
The Primate's World Relief and Development Fund has processed an initial grant of $15,000 to ACT International for the National Council of Churches in the Philippines (NCCP).
To Make a Donation
On-line
At the Canada Helps website you can designate your contribution to "Philippines Floods".
By Phone
For credit card donations contact
Ricky de Castro
416-924-9192 ext. 318
1-866-308-7973
Please do not send your credit card number by e-mail or fax.
By Mail
Please make cheques out to "PWRDF",
mark them for "Philippines Floods".
and send them to:
The Primate's World Relief and Development Fund
The Anglican Church of Canada
80 Hayden Street
Toronto, Ontario M4Y 3G2
PWRDF Donations Contact:
Ricky de Castro
416-924-9192 ext. 318
1-866-308-7973
More heavy rain is expected this week as two new storms are brewing off the Philippines.
The Primate's World Relief and Development Fund (PWRDF) is responding to this emergency through Action By Churches Together (ACT) International. ACT member, the National Council of Churches in the Philippines (NCCP), through its member churches, regional ecumenical councils and people's organizations in the affected areas has been monitoring the situation. Local churches in the affected communities have been immediately opening their premises as evacuation and relief centers. It has issued requests for in-kind material aid and donations to its churches and partners for support to the crisis response being mobilized and under way.
PWRDF will be monitoring this situation and responding through ACT International.
Christine Hills
Communications Associate
The Primate's World Relief and Development Fund
The Anglican Church of Canada
80 Hayden Street
Toronto ON M4Y 3G3
416-924-9199 x 325
chills@pwrdf.org www.pwrdf.org
The FALL RALLY of the Women's Interchurch Council will be held at
Stevens
Road United Baptist Church, 2 Stevens Road (near Tacoma Dr.), Dartmouth
at
7:00 pm, Monday, October 19.
The topic of Community Support for Young
Adults will be addressed by representatives from Laing House and "Among
Friends". The Ingathering of the Least Coin will be held.
Anglican Journal News: PWRDF accepting donations for Philippines flood victims
MARITES N. SISON
STAFF WRITER
Sep 29, 2009
The Primate's World Relief and Development Fund (PWRDF) is releasing an
initial grant of $15,000 and is accepting donations to help tens of
thousands of families who were affected by a devastating tropical storm
that flooded 80 per cent of the Philippines' capital, Metro Manila, and
its neighbouring areas.
More than 240 people have been reported killed and more than 450,000
driven from their homes after tropical storm Ketsana (locally known as
"Ondoy") dumped a month's worth of rainfall in six hours on Sept. 26,
said Action by Churches Together (ACT) International. ACT is a coalition
of church-based groups that responds to natural disasters and
humanitarian crises, of which PWRDF, the Anglican Church of Canada's
relief and development arm, is a member.
There are fears that the number of victims will rise as a second
tropical cyclone is forming that may affect the same areas that are
still reeling from Ketsana.
To read the full story, please visit the Anglican Journal website,
www.anglicanjournal.com
CLICK HERE FOR CONFERENCE SCHEDULE
The friends of L’ Arche Halifax Group will meet for their monthly gatherings on the following dates -
October 11th , November 8th , December 13th. Gatherings are held in St. Agnes’ Hall, Mumford Road from 1:30- 3:30pm.
All are welcome, especially those with developmental disabilities, their families and friends.
International Day of Climate Action in Halifax
Sat., Oct. 24th on the Halifax Common
Join friends and neighbours in HRM for a family-friendly get-together on Saturday, October 24th on the Halifax Common (by the Pavilion). Festivities will begin at 2pm and at 3:50pm we will join together for a collective action to show our support for strong government leadership and action on climate change. This event is part of the global 350.org movement. Plan your own event and/or join ours! (See www.350.org for details. Join our Facebook group for updates: search “International Day of Climate Action – Halifax, NS”.)
The Halifax Day of Climate Action is organized by a coalition including Oxfam, Council of Canadians- Atlantic Region, Ecology Action Centre, KAIROS, United Church of Canada- Maritimes Conference, Sierra Club- Atlantic Chapter, Lutheran Justice Group, and Halifax-Dartmouth & District Labour Council.
OCTOBER:
For up-to-date revisions, check out the “Calendar of Events” at: http://www.localendar.com/public/diocese
If your meeting isn't listed, please have the committee/subcommittee chairperson book space with the Cathedral Office (423-6002; cathedralchurch@eastlink.ca) AND email the Synod Office at: office@nspeidiocese.ca with details to have it added to this calendar.
| Dreams - God’s Forgotten Language Are you curious about what your dreams may tell you about your spiritual life? This is a love of mine. I am willing to share with your congregation how God has reached out to the great people of scripture through dreams, and how he has continued to do so through the generations to our own time, in our own dreams. Rev. Henry Sharam 902-964-0410 |
HALIFAX MEALS ON WHEELS
Come be a part of your community and join the Halifax Meals on Wheels’ Team. Volunteers are needed to deliver noontime meals to seniors & shut-ins. Time commitment is approximately two (2) hours, once a week or bi-weekly. Gas allowance is given to Drivers. Please call Halifax Meals on Wheels office for more details. Phone # 429-4299
Halifax Camerata Singers present SOLACE: Songs of Remembrance choral
concert
and CD release on Saturday, Nov. 7 at 7:30 p.m. at First Baptist Church,
1300 Oxford St., Halifax. This popular concert is dedicated to the
memory of
loved ones no longer living among us. Concert repertoire includes
selections
from the CD, the world premiere of "Contrition" by Norwegian composer
Ola
Gjeilo, and the singing of "The Kontakion" by audience and choir with
organ.
A CD launch reception follows. Advance tickets $15/$5 at TAZ Records,
1593
Market St., or call Jill Rafuse, 492-4523
Ecumenical Vessel
An exhibition of works by Lynn Rotin and Zalman Amit.
While the artists exhibiting in this exhibition differ vastly in their religious and political views, they are linked by the content and aesthetical nature of their works—an example of the power of art as a starting point for respectful ecumenical discussion.
Opening Reception October 8
5:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
AST Art Gallery (located in the AST library)
Show runs from October 9 to November 27
For gallery hours and further information on this exhibition, please check our web site: www.astheology.ns.ca/astarts/ (Information on the exhibition can be found under Current Exhibitions)
About the artists…
Lynn Rotin is a Halifax-based artist who has a passion for encaustic painting. She holds a BFA from NSCAD University in Halifax, a BA from York University, and a graphic design diploma from George Brown College, both in Toronto.
Zalman Amit is a wood turner who focuses on “one of a kind” artworks decorated by means of various ornamental procedures and techniques. He began wood turning after retiring as Professor of Psychology at Concordia University in Montreal. He now resides in Lunenburg, Nova Scotia.
OBERAMMERGAU 2010 ---13 Days beginning Sept. 17. Includes London,Paris, Lucerne, Munich, Amsterdam----cruise on the Rhine, etc. For details contact Rev. Ted Morgan at 902-892-2694 or tedcarolmorgan@pei.sympatico.ca. |
Italian Masterpiece June 28 - July 13, 2010 - 16 days with Rev. Michael and Holly Mitchell
You are invited to join us join us on a leisurely and unforgettable trip to discover the historic, cultural and scenic highlights of Italy. From the incredible ruins at Pompeii, to the monumental Pantheon, to the legendary Colosseum, we’ll learn about the exploits of the great Roman Empire. We’ll embrace the Renaissance when viewing countless masterpieces in Milan, Florence and the Vatican Museums. And we’ll be charmed by the beauty of the Tuscan hills, the medieval towers of San Gimignano, and the natural diversity of the Amalfi coastline. With an astounding twelve UNESCO World Heritage Sites on the agenda, this comprehensive itinerary is designed to delight and amaze as we experience an Italian Masterpiece.
Tour Highlights: Gondola ride in Venice, Dinner and wine tasting at a Tuscan Wine Estate, Special dinner in Rome. World Heritage Sites include: Milan, Verona, Venice - St. Mark’s Square and Canals, Pisa with the leaning Tower, San Gimignano, Siena - Historic Florence - Piazza del Duomo , Assisi - the Basilica of San Francesco and Other Franciscan Sites, tour of Ancient Rome, Villa Adriana, Tivoli, Vatican City and St. Peter’s Basilica and much more.
Reserve a place on this trip by November 30, to enjoy a $300.00 discount. To learn more about this exciting trip, join us for a tour orientation meeting on Saturday, November 21st, from 2PM - 4PM at St. John’s Parish Hall, 64 Townsend St., Lunenburg.
Contact Michael or Holly Mitchell (634-8477), email michaelandholly@eastlink.ca for a brochure and more information. Please open the attached pdf file for complete details. We look forward hearing from you.
Michael and Holly Mitchell |
For parishes on the Irving Oil Plan, the furnace oil price for the period of October 3rd to 9th, 2009 is $0.5527 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...
