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FROM THE BISHOPS' OFFICE:

Just like the 2008 Amazing Grace Project, all are invited to record themselves singing "Silent Night" and send it to the Anglican Church of Canada national office by December 14. All videos will be included in a documentary, which will be posted online by Christmas 2010.

The model for this initiative-the Amazing Grace Project-was a resounding success. Thousands of Canadian Anglicans sang and recorded themselves in downtown cathedrals, seniors' homes, and remote outports. Over 500 videos were sent in and all were included in a documentary, Amazing Together. The 10-minute video has been viewed over 4,000 times on YouTube and received a special jury award at WorldFest Houston.

Not only did people sing and share, they also gave. Although the Amazing Grace Project was originally designed as a unity-building project, the project raised over $100,000, now being used for suicide prevention in the Council of the North.

For the Silent Night Project, singers are again invited to chip in a toonie or loonie, and this time all donations will be given to the Anglican Military Ordinariate (AMO). Through the AMO, Canadian Anglicans support chaplains and their families who minister to the Canadian Forces.

Interested in more information? Sign up to receive emails about the Silent Night Project: Anglicans promote peace in the spirit of Amazing Grace.

WHERE ARE THE BISHOPS

NOTIFICATION OF OPENING

Linked you will find the latest Healthy Working newsletter from Shepell·fgi, our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) provider. Healthy Working is a quarterly newsletter designed to offer individuals in leadership roles information and strategies to help address challenges you may encounter in your day-to-day work situations.

A workplace trauma can be one of the most challenging events you and your team must cope with. But while the event itself is difficult, the residual effects can be longer lasting if not handled effectively. This edition of Healthy Working offers strategies and tactics to help you understand typical responses to traumatic events and how to recognize signs of trouble. By implementing these tips and managing individual's reactions, you and your team can begin the process of recovery; learning how to move beyond the traumatic event and continue to grow.

In this edition of The Balance Act newsletter you will find: "Heat Hazards: Staying safe, hydrated and happy this summer".
From picnics to cottages, to patios: summer is a favourite time of year for most people. The hot weather and long days allow us to enjoy a lot of time outdoors, but as the temperature and humidity rises, so does the risk for heat-related illness. This edition of The Balancing Act offers simple steps you can take to keep your cool and prevent yourself and others from overheating so that you can get the most out of what the summer has to offer.

To Members of our Diocese making purchases at the Veritas store on Barrington Street in Halifax,

Our Diocese does not have “an open account” at the Veritas Store. Purchases can only be made there in the normal fashion; Cash, Visa, Debit Card.

If you have a discrepancy with information posted in the checklist, please contact Janice Roby or Jan Connors at the Synod Office.

2010 ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION NOTICES:

A Journey Just Begun

A History of the Diocese of Nova Scotia

and Prince Edward Island

1710 - 2010

Dr. Brian Cuthbertson

This is a completely new book on the history of the Diocese of Nova Scotia and Prince Edward Island that has been written in connection with the celebration of the 300th Anniversary of continuous Anglican worship in Canada. The book focuses on the work and witness of the Anglican Church in Nova Scotia and Prince Edward Island. It is lavishly illustrated with pictures, both full colour and black and white. It deals with the Church in its social context down through the centuries and its depiction of church life in the twentieth century is very well done. There is a chapter at the end of the book which contains pictures and short histories of almost all the congregations and parishes of the Diocese. The book is in landscape format and could be a very beautiful coffee table book as well as a reference book.

The book is available in May, 2010 and sells for $35.00 . Parishes or groups wishing to purchase 20 or more copies of the book to sell them may purchase them at the price of $30.00 each and can sell them for $35.00, keeping $5.00 for themselves as a fund raiser. The book will is available at St. John’s Columbarium on Windsor Street in Halifax, or at the residence of the Rev. James Purchase (455-1888). See the order form for more specific information. This book will make an excellent Christmas gift for anyone who used to live in Nova Scotia or Prince Edward Island as it is a great source of information “from down home”.

2010 Legacy Fund for Lay Ministry

Where would the Church be without lay people?

Paul reminds us that all are needed for the building up of the Body of Christ, the Church. Gifts have been given to all people who are called to be a part of the body. These gifts are sacred treasures that need to be developed and supported by the whole body. We all depend on each other and by doing so the body grows and prospers. Lay people depend on the Clergy many times throughout their lives for support, advice, spiritual guidance and help of many kinds. The Clergy depend even more heavily on these same Lay people for help in carrying out their vocations. The work of Christ in the Church would not be possible without the gifts and vocation of our dedicated Lay people.

“Now you are the body of Christ and individually members of it. And God has appointed in the church first apostles, second prophets, third teachers; then deeds of power, then gifts of healing, forms of assistance, forms of leadership, various kinds of tongues. Are all apostles? Are all prophets? Are all teachers? Do all work miracles? Do all possess the gifts of healing? Do all speak in tongues? Do all interpret? But strive for the greater gifts.” (1 Corinthians 12:27-31)

If it weren’t for Lay people who would listen to those interesting sermons? Who would put the coffee on for coffee hour? Who would sing the new hymns? Who would teach the children? Who would raise the money? Who would help plan the programs? Who would take the Church out into the world? Who would mow the grass in the cemeteries? Who would keep our books? Who would create our bulletins and parish newsletters? Who would help the clergy visit the sick and shut-in? Who would help the priest with our new and exciting liturgies?

The clergy are able to develop their gifts and learn new skills through continuing education programs in the Church. Many such programs do exist for lay people but there is little financial support in our diocese to help them take advantage of these opportunities. “2010 Legacy Fund” is an endowment fund set up in our diocese to meet the needs of lay people who would further their skills and gifts for the building up of the Body of Christ. This fund is the legacy project of “300 - A Journey Just begun 1710-2010". It will provide leadership for our journey into the future for ourselves, our children, and the Church in the world.

Programs to enhance the music of the Church, church architecture and design, liturgy and worship, church accounting, new forms of worship, education for children, education for seniors, education for youth, computer publishing skills, etc. There are many gifts but they are all of the Spirit and our people need to feel that the whole body supports them in their callings.

Your gift to 2010 Legacy Fund will provide funding for the future of our mission in our diocese and, thereby, fulfill our Lord’s command to go into the world and preach the good news to all people. Thank you for your vision and support.

PARISH CLERY AND ADMINISTRATIORS - Please include in your bulletin:

BULLETIN ANNOUNCEMENT

THE 300 FUND FOR LAY TRAINING

The 300 Fund for Lay Training is our legacy for the future of our church’s training of lay people. It will be used to help lay people develop their gifts for the work of our church through education. Your contribution will enable our church to move forward with informed and empowered lay people. Please give generously.

Please forward donations to the Diocese, attention: Jana O'Neil.

GENERAL NOTICES:

CANON W.S.H. MORRIS SCHOLARSHIP

DEADLINE FOR APPLICATION: July 16, 2010

This scholarship (or scholarships) in the amount of up to $5000.00 is awarded annually, to assist the ongoing education of clergy within five years or so of graduation from theological studies. It is awarded to clergy from one of the Anglican dioceses in the Atlantic Provinces to study and/or travel outside of the region.

The award was established by the late Robert Morris, in memory of his father, the Reverend Canon W.S.H. Morris, M.A., D.D., Kingsman, a scholar and parish priest in the diocese of Nova Scotia for forty years.

Academic merit as well as commitment to pastoral ministry will be considered. Preference will be given to those pursuing a formal qualification.

Recipients of this scholarship will be required to serve in one of the Anglican dioceses in the Atlantic Provinces for at least three years after completion of the study funded by the scholarship. Should the recipient at any time within the three years wish to be released from this undertaking, the recipient will be required to replay the scholarship in proportion to the unexpired part of the three-year period.

Applications for this award should include: a letter indicating previous education, current diocese and position, intended program of study, and a statement of how these studies will further your future pastoral ministry in the Atlantic region. If you are pursuing a formal qualification or program, please provide evidence of admission, or indicate when you expect to receive formal admission.

Applications for the scholarship should be sent to: The Rev’d Dr. Jody Clarke, Atlantic School of Theology, 660 Francklyn Street, Halifax, N.S. B3H 3B5. Email: jclarke@astheology.ns.ca (fax: 902-492-4048).

Atlantic School of Theology Launches New Academic Program

Diploma in Youth Ministry

The Rev. Canon Eric Beresford, President of Atlantic School of Theology, is pleased to announce that the AST Board of Governors has approved the launch of a new Diploma Program in Youth Ministry.

This program is designed for leaders of youth who wish to deepen and broaden their skills for ministry with young people. The diploma program combines required and elective units of study with practical experience in the leadership of youth. The first unit of study for the new Diploma program coincides with AST’s Best Practices Institute on October 1-2, 2010, and features workshop leader Rodger Nishioka, a specialist in the area of youth and young adults.

For more information and application details, please consult the AST website www.astheology.ns.ca/youthministry.

Information on the upcoming BPI workshop and cohort program, Beyond games and Soup Kitchens, Nurturing a passionate spirituality in youth ministry, is also available online www.astheology.ns.ca/bpi.

Follow General Synod online

All are invited to follow the General Synod meeting through a communications hub. The hub offers many ways to keep up with the event:

Live web streaming
Live updates on anglican.ca and Twitter
Daily Synod on Demand videos
Regular news releases about major events at General Synod (also posted on Facebook)
Photos of General Synod on Flickr

The Anglican Journal, the church’s editorially independent newspaper, will also provide their own web coverage, which will be accessible from the General Synod site.

Interested in a daily communications roundup? Sign up for the ACC News list and receive a daily summary email of all above items.

More than 300 members are gathered at this 39th General Synod, which runs from June 3 to 11 at Saint Mary’s University. The theme is “Feeling the Winds of God—Charting a New Course.” For more information, including media accreditation, visit the General Synod homepage.

The Anglican Churches of Pictou County (ACPC) is planning on starting an EFM Programme starting this Fall. If you are interested in attending, please contact David Harrison (902-923-2902 or djh@djharrison.ca) by the end of June.

ANGLICANA TALES: A photographic exhibition of Nova Scotia Anglican churches by Peter Coffman:

EVERYBODY MUST SEE this beautiful and inspiring exhibition of photographs of Anglican gothic revival churches of Nova Scotia. If you are in Halifax any time between now and July 4, 2010, take 20 minutes (or more) at the Dalhousie Art Gallery, basement floor of the Dalhousie Arts Centre, just a few blocks west of All Saints Cathedral, at 6101 University Avenue.

Peter Coffman is a photographer and historian who has been doing research in our Diocesan Archives, and elsewhere, for the last two years on Gothic Revival church architecture of Nova Scotia. To mark our Anglican 2010 Anniversary Celebration of 300 years of continuous worship, in collaboration with the Dal Art Gallery curators, he has created this show of photographs with short textual vignettes that tell some of the history of the buildings and the people who built them. This show is more than a group of pictures! With his unique vision and magical use of light, Peter has made the inner life of the churches come alive and the viewing of this show a meditative and spiritual experience.

The Dalhousie Art Gallery is open Thursday to Friday, 11 am to 5 pm / Weekends, noon to 5 pm. Closed Mondays. Closed July 1 (Canada Day).

Admission is FREE. For more information, see the Gallery's website: www.artgallery.dal.ca

WORSHIP & CONCERTS IN OUR PARISHES

AS WE PRAY FOR ONE ANOTHER:

UPCOMING EVENTS:

MISSION TO SEAFARERS – Our Monthly Luncheon will be held on June 25th, 2010. 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.

potato salad, coleslaw, lettuce, tomato, cucumber with Homemade Carrot Cake for Dessert $12.00

Cold plate of Slices of ham & Turkey, potato salad, coleslaw, lettuce, tomato, cucumber, & dinner roll - with Homemade Carrot Cake for Dessert $12.00

SOCIAL JUSTICE:

Being the Change: Building a Culture of Peace . . .
in our classrooms, our communities, and our world

July 7 - 10, 2010

Join other changemakers to explore how peace education, women's activism, and the disarmament movement have contributed and can contribute to building a more peaceful world. Conference presenters include Alyn Ware, Sandra Butcher, Adele Buckley, Erika Simpson, Hetty van Gurp, and Donna Smyth. Conference sessions focus on topics such as nuclear weapon-free zones, building peace through art and women activists working for peace.

During the Saturday field trip to Pugwash, participants will have the opportunity to visit the historic home of the Pugwash Movement, learn more about its storied past, especially the contribution of women to the Pugwash Movement, and tour the recently restored Thinkers’ Lodge, designated a National Historic Site in 2008.

Conference (July 8-9): $75 (Thursday night dinner and overnight accommodations are optional and not included in the conference fee)

Field trip to Pugwash (July 10): $45 (Includes bus transportation between Halifax and Pugwash, coffee break on arrival and light lunch. Time: 8am - 6pm

Field trip to Pugwash (July 10): $20 (Provide own transportation to Pugwash and join the group for a coffee break on arrival and light lunch)

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.

On June 4, 2010, the Provincial Government announced the next phase of
the review of the Heritage Property Act, engaging Nova Scotians in
external consultations. The Act gives government the authority to protect,
promote and preserve provincially and municipally designated heritage
buildings in Nova Scotia. As a stakeholder with interest in this
review, I encourage you to take part in these consultations.

In the near future, you will be informed of opportunities to directly
participate in this consultation phase of the review. You will have a
chance to share your point of view and affect the way Nova Scotia’s
heritage properties are preserved and protected for the benefit of our
communities. As always, government will be guided by what is in the
best interests of Nova Scotians and their communities.

Government is acting on the recommendation contained in its heritage
strategy, A Treasured Past, A Precious Future. You will be able to
follow developments around the review of the Act online at
www.gov.ns.ca/tch/spp/. If you have questions about the review
process, please contact Kevin Barrett, Coordinator, Heritage Property
Program, at barretkl@gov.ns.ca or (902) 424-5647.

For parishes on the Irving Oil Plan, the furnace oil price for the period of June 5th to 11th, 2010 is $0.6094 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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Anglican Netnews

Issue date: June 9, 2010

INDEX
ANNOUNCEMENTS FROM THE BISHOPS' OFFICE:
WHERE ARE THE BISHOPS:

NOTIFICATION OF OPENING:

NOTICES: SYNOD OFFICE

NOTICES: GENERAL
WORSHIP & CONCERTS:

AS WE PRAY FOR ONE ANOTHER:
UPCOMING EVENTS:

MEETINGS:
OTHER ITEMS OF INTEREST:

IRVING OIL PLAN RATE:

STAY IN TOUCH:

FROM THE BISHOPS' OFFICE:

WHERE ARE THE BISHOPS

NOTIFICATION OF OPENING

WORSHIP & CONCERTS IN OUR PARISHES

AS WE PRAY FOR ONE ANOTHER:

UPCOMING EVENTS:

SOCIAL JUSTICE:

Anglican Netnews

Issue date: June 9, 2010

INDEX ANNOUNCEMENTS FROM THE BISHOPS' OFFICE: WHERE ARE THE BISHOPS:

NOTIFICATION OF OPENING:

NOTICES: SYNOD OFFICE

NOTICES: GENERAL WORSHIP & CONCERTS:

AS WE PRAY FOR ONE ANOTHER: UPCOMING EVENTS:

MEETINGS: OTHER ITEMS OF INTEREST:

IRVING OIL PLAN RATE:

STAY IN TOUCH:

FROM THE BISHOPS' OFFICE:

WHERE ARE THE BISHOPS

NOTIFICATION OF OPENING

WORSHIP & CONCERTS IN OUR PARISHES

AS WE PRAY FOR ONE ANOTHER:

UPCOMING EVENTS:

SOCIAL JUSTICE:

INDEX
ANNOUNCEMENTS FROM THE BISHOPS' OFFICE:
WHERE ARE THE BISHOPS:

NOTICES: GENERAL
WORSHIP & CONCERTS:

AS WE PRAY FOR ONE ANOTHER:
UPCOMING EVENTS:

MEETINGS:
OTHER ITEMS OF INTEREST: