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FROM THE BISHOPS' OFFICE:

WHERE ARE THE BISHOPS

NOTIFICATION OF OPENING

St. Mark’s Anglican Church, St. John’s NL, is seeking to fill the position of youth minister. The purpose of the position is to lead and minister to youth primarily from grades 6-9. This is currently a part-time position with potential for growth.

For more information on position and parish please contact the parish office. Interested applicants should email resume and letter of intent to associate@stmarksanglican.ca.

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:

As part of the 300th anniversary celebrations of the Anglican Church and the Town of Annapolis Royal, The Chester Brass will be performing a concert in St. Luke's Church on Sunday, June 26 at 7.00 pm. Tickets at the door - $10.00.

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:

STOVE AVAILABLE

With the demolition of the Diocesan Centre in the next few weeks, among the items to be disposed of is a Garland commercial kitchen range. In fully working condition, this electric stove features a large oven, 2 electric burners and a flat cooking surface which measures 24 x 24 inches. The overall dimensions of the stove are 36” wide by 32” deep. For more information please contact the Cathedral Church of All Saints 423-6002 or cathedraldean@eastlink.ca

Vacation Opportunity for Clergy ... Come Whale Watch

Comfortable three bedroom house in Sandy Cove available for vacation periods in return for taking one service per Sunday (Eucharist). Preference will be given to clergy from the Diocese of NS & PEI. Clergy from other dioceses may apply with permission from Bishop S. Moxley, Diocese of NS & PEI

If interested, please contact wardens Janet Oswald oswald@bellaliant.net (telephone 902-834-2560) and John Scott scotts@sandycove-ns.ca (telephone 902-834-2681).

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Deadline for Application is Sept. 15, 2010

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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).

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.

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

WORSHIP & CONCERTS IN OUR PARISHES

Jesus and Java: A contemporary Eucharist on Saturday, June 26th at 7:00 pm in St. Margaret of Scotland Church, 3751 Robie Street. (north of Leeds) The Youth will lead the Music Ministry and there will be refreshments served after the service. Special guests will be some of the residents and their assistants from the L’Arche Community in our neighbourhood.

AS WE PRAY FOR ONE ANOTHER:

The July Let Us Give Thanks For... and Please Pray For... was incomplete at the time of publishing. Please watch for the Provincial Prayer Care for July through September at: http://nspeidiocese.ca/diocese/cycle/cycle.htm

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.

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.

For parishes on the Irving Oil Plan, the furnace oil price for the period of June 19th to 25th, 2010 is $0.6157 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 23, 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 23, 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: