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Bishop's Office
Schedule Wednesday, October 6th – Office appointments; Hayward Lectures (online - Acadia Divinity College) Thursday, October 7th – Atlantic School of Theology Founding Parties meeting; Office appointments; online Lambeth Conversations Friday, October 8th – Office appointments Sunday, October 10th – Virtual Parish Visits Monday, October 11th – Thanksgiving Tuesday, October 12th – Reading and Writing; Prep for Vital Church Maritimes Announcements I am pleased to announce that Christopher Veach has accepted my offer of appointment as our next Diocesan Financial Controller, effective October 25th, 2021. Chris is a licensed Chartered Professional Accountant in both Ohio and Nova Scotia. He has 17 years of professional accounting experience as an auditor, controller, and Chief Financial Officer across a range of industries, including not-for-profit human services. Chris also has significant long-term financial and operational forecasting experience. Chris is a collaborative leader and a creative thinker who is skilled in working with a variety of people, regardless of their financial or accounting background or ability. He is both a problem solver and a listener. He also has a great sense of humour! Resident in Nova Scotia, Chris looks forward to supporting the Diocese and parishes as they collaboratively plan for the future of the Anglican Church in Nova Scotia and Prince Edward Island. Chris was baptized and confirmed at an inner-city Episcopal (Anglican) parish in Cincinnati, Ohio in 2005. His appreciation and awareness of Anglican tradition and respect for the potential of the Church to transform lives and communities will inform his work. We look forward to welcoming Chris to this key role in our Diocese and to working with him. Peace and blessings, +Sandra For more infomation visit: |
Covid - 19 Update
Thank you for all of the helpful engagement with our Diocesan Protocols in Response to Covid - 19. Beginning this week, we will produce “NetNews: Covid” a special edition to be delivered to all clergy and NetNews subscribers on Fridays. This will allow us to hear and process the latest announcements from our provincial and public health leadership (normally delivered on Wednesday afternoons). We are committed to keeping our policy current and to providing you with additional resources that may help with your own parish and regional planning. Going forward, each update will be clearly dated and significant amendments will be highlighted. Please continue to be in dialogue with Diocesan offices through myself, Rev’d Ann Turner - xecutive Director, executivedirector@nspeidiocese.ca, 902-420-0717. For more infomation visit: |
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Updated Best Practices for Children's, Youth, and Family Ministry
We've updated our best practices guidelines based on current public health restrictions and diocesan protocols. Find the full version here. For more infomation visit: https://www.nspeidiocese.ca/ministries/youth-and-family-ministry--1
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Ideas for Thanksgiving
We've pulled together a few ideas to help you mark Thanksgiving with your church family. You'll find them on our pinterest board here - https://www.pinterest.ca/nspeiyfm/thanksgiving/ Thanks! Allie For more infomation visit: |
Now LIVE! - Training for Youth and Family Ministry Leaders
On October 1, our new training hub for youth and family ministry leaders will go live at www.sharenspei.ca. Sign up now to get notified when it launched and be among the first to explore the online courses that we've been working on to help equip and empower leaders in parishes. For more infomation visit: http://nspeidiocese.ca/news/training-for-youth-and-family-ministry-leaders |
VITAL CHURCH MARITIMES 2021 CONFERENCE – Next Week!Oct. 14-16 in Truro, NS. LAST CHANCE TO REGISTER for in-person attendance is today (Oct. 6) before 11:30 p.m. https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/vital-church-maritimes-conference-2021-tickets-162299465069 Zoom registration is OPEN until Oct. 12, with expanded talks and worship (approx. 8 hrs.). SPEAKERS: • The Primate, Archbishop Linda Nicholls • Dr. Daniel Driver, Old Testament professor • Diocesan Bishop Sandra Fyfe • Gerald Gloade, Mi’kmaw Storyteller MUSICIANS: o Colin Pridy o Heather Armstrong COVID-19: Our VCM team and hotel staff are diligent in ensuring that our in-person gathering is as comfortable and safe as possible. We’re following the Nova Scotia government’s process for non-essential events (Proof of Full Vaccination) and the latest Diocesan Protocols in Response to COVID-19: Loving God, Loving Neighbour as Self/Oct.1 (wearing of masks, physical distancing). Conference Schedule here. GOT QUESTIONS? Phone 902-789-4840 For more infomation visit: http://nspeidiocese.ca/news/vital-church-maritimes-2021-conference-next-week
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SURPRISED BY THE SPIRIT - Extended!Six-Minute Study - October 6th, #272 Sparks are flying as Anglicans across Canada engage in a simple discussion exercise that helps us reflect on what we're learning during this pandemic time. Earlier this spring The Primate, Archbishop Linda Nicholls launched an initiative, Surprised by the Spirit, to encourage people across the church to explore the realities of ministry life and listen to the Spirit. A free conversation guide is available to download, with a special guide for children. Comments, questions, ideas and other feedback are being collected as 'spark's, using the image of a firefly that lights up the night. The deadline to share these sparks is Nov. 1, All Saints Day. A special feature will be rolled out in time for the Feast of the Reign of Christ, Nov. 21. Join in the Surprised by the Spirit conversation and share your sparks! Read about others too. VISIT: https://spirit.anglican.ca/ For more infomation visit: http://nspeidiocese.ca/news/surprised-by-the-spirit-extended |
PWRDF Annual Diocesan Gathering
Registration for our upcoming Annual Diocesan Gathering to be held on Saturday, November 6 is open! Due to uncertainties regarding COVID protocols, this event will be virtual again this year. You can register using the link below. https://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJAlcuiqqDgjHdBXhCGmJT6zwAtML0MQfOt7 Once you have registered, you will receive a confirmation email containing information on how to join the meeting. This event is a good opportunity to catch up on what is new at PWRDF, ask questions and share with others some of your successes and challenges in promoting PWRDF during this pandemic. Bishop Sandra will also be joining us and will share a theological reflection on the work of PWRDF. I look forward to seeing you on November 6! Best wishes, Chris Pharo PWRDF Diocesan Representative (NS/PEI) For more infomation visit: http://nspeidiocese.ca/events/pwrdf-annual-diocesan-gathering/2021-11-06
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EXTENDED! CEWSATTENTION Parish Treasurers At this point the Federal Program, Canada Employment Wage Subsidy, is extended until the end of October 2021. We therefore ask for your continued reporting of monthly Parish income figures, if your Parish wishes to receive wage credits. Thank you, Peter Flemming, Interim Controller
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The Diocesan Environment Network (DEN)
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Green Cent$ SymposiumThursday, November 18, 2021 November 18-20, 2021. Save the dates ! A ZOOM Symposium sponsored by the Diocesan Environment Network, Diocese of Nova Scotia and PEI - The DEN. Join us on Thursday, November 18th, 7:00 PM, as we gather to hear our first speaker, Bishop Sandra. Green Cent$ is about people, liturgical practices, building and site management. It is for all church people - those who already have experience in greening their church, as well as those who feel they have a lot to learn. It is for people of all ages and all talents. There is a role for everyone in greening our churches - we are all in this together. We will look at: Why we want to green our churches. How to do it. Where to find funding. Sessions will be presented; Thursday and Friday 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm and Saturday 10-12 and 1-3 We are inviting speakers at this time. If you would like to present on the work that your church has done on your church greening program, contact: OR? If your church has a greening program already, why not share what you have accomplished during the Green Cent$ Program Case Study Session. Contact: endionspei@gmail.com For more infomation visit: http://nspeidiocese.ca/events/green-cent-symposium/2021-11-18
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Thursday Evening Gatherings - October 7th, 2021Solutions Movement: - Wednesday, October 6, 2021 The Student Energy Solutions Movement aims to secure $10 million in capital to deploy under the Ecosystem Strategy developed by Student Energy, which will equip young people from around the world with both access to small-scale funding and education, training, and mentorship, to be able to implement clean energy projects in their communities. As the first youth-led UN Energy Compacts, this campaign will unlock direct-to-youth funding within Student Energy’s programs – a missing key ingredient to empowering global youth to influence local energy systems. Sean Collins is Student Energy’s Co-founder and Director of Student Energy Ventures. He is leading the development and $10 million fundraising campaign for Student Energy Ventures to empower youth entrepreneurs across the globe. Sean has contributed to all major program areas within Student Energy, including helping to fund and launch the inaugural International Student Energy Summit, Energy Literacy platform, Global Chapters program, and more. Sean is deeply passionate about entrepreneurship and has spent his entire career in new venture creation, raising over $45 million for various projects to date. In 2016, he founded Terrapin Geothermics, leading the organization through the capitalization of Alberta’s first conventional geothermal power project. Sean lives in Edmonton, Alberta with his family including partner Renee and two young aspiring change agents, Bo and Haddie. Join Zoom Meeting https://us06web.zoom.us/j/87171326550 (The Diocesan Environment Network - DEN) For more infomation visit: http://nspeidiocese.ca/events/thursday-evening-gatherings-october-7th-2021/2021-10-06
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For the latest edition of DEN Enews
Welcome to our weekly Enews. The Diocesan Environment Network (DEN) of the Anglican Diocese of NS & PEI, was formed in response to the Fifth Mark of Mission and the latest addition to our Baptismal Covenant which has become our Mission Statement. “To strive to safeguard the integrity of creation and sustain and renew the life of the earth.” To do this we educate and encourage stewardship through social media and liturgies, connect with other environment groups, pray together, celebrate art with each other and grieve together. View the latest newsletter here for our weekley newsletter. |
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Anglican Church Women Regional Meetings / Gatherings / Events 2021
While there remains considerable uncertainty regarding possible events for the 2021/22 year, please note the known dates on the Anglican Church Women Diocesan Board Calendar 2021/22. Please view attachment for more information At the time of the publication of the Calendar 2021/22 and the Michaelmas/Harvest Thanksgiving 2021 issue of Keeping in Touch, we do not know if Regions will be hosting Fall Regional Gatherings for the women of the region. The Anglican Church Women Board has not had the opportunity yet to determine programming, virtual or in-person, such as a possible Lenten Quiet Day or Faith & Fellowship Gathering. Updates will be featured in the Anglican NetNews, the Board’s Facebook page, the Board’s webpage here., and the publications: The Diocesan Times, Board e-Newsletter - Let’s Keep in Touch, and Board Magazine, Keeping in Touch. For more infomation visit: http://nspeidiocese.ca/news/anglican-church-women-regional-meetings-gatherings-events-2021
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Michaelmas/Harvest Thanksgiving 2021Keeping in Touch Anglican Church Women Diocesan Board invites you to read the Michaelmas/Harvest Thanksgiving 2021 issue of the Board’s magazine, Keeping in Touch.
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Canadian Church Calendar 2022
The Anglican Church Women Diocesan Board has ordered the Canadian Church Calendar 2022 for distribution to the parishes. However, we have significantly reduced our order, as there are parishes that will be ordering directly from the Anglican Church of Canada (ACC) e-store www.anglican.ca/calendar. This is a step that makes a lot of sense for many parishes. Thank you to those parishes that alerted us to the fact that they would be making that change and doing direct ordering from ACC – much appreciated. If you have not alerted the Board of this change to direct ordering from the ACC e-store, please do at acw.nsboard@gmail.com Thank you. For those parishes ordering through the Anglican Church Women Diocesan Board (acw.nsboard@gmail.com), the earliest date for calendar order pick up is Wed. Sept. 29 at the main entry of the Anglican Diocesan Centre, 1:00 – 2:30 pm. This service is available every subsequent Wednesday, 1:00 – 2:30 pm, until Wed. Nov. 24. Parishes that order through the Anglican Church Women Diocesan Board will be informed when their calendar order is ready for pick up. Thank you to those parishes that have already placed their order and to those that will be. Please read further for complete calendar ordering details. For more infomation visit: https://www.nspeidiocese.ca/ministries/anglican-church-women/pages/canadian-church-calendars-2022
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Diocesan Heating Oil ProgramFurnace Oil price this week.... Diocesan Heating Oil ProgramThe Diocese of NS and PEI Heating Oil Program with Irving Oil offers Churches of the Diocese and eligible Diocesan Clergy and Diocesan Staff a discounted rate based on non-profit status. This rate is not offered to individual Anglican parishioners. For more information, please contact: The Centralized Commercial Account Manager for the Diocesan Heating Oil Program, Ms. Jennifer Bishop by name at 1-888-310-1924 or by email at Jennifer.Bishop@IrvingOil.com -The Furnace Oil price for the period October 2nd, 2021 to October 8th, 2021 Nova Scotia $0.8995 plus applicable taxes Prince Edward Island $0.8788 plus applicable taxes For more infomation visit: |
Barat Spirituality CentreUpcoming Programs To register for any of the programs you see here, or if you have any questions, please call Barat Spirituality Centre, 1455 Summer Street, Halifax, NS, at 902-456-6112; email the Centre at baratspirituality@gmail.com; or send a message through the website at www.baratspirituality.org/contact-us . Also, please note, all times listed are Atlantic Time. Wisdom Jesus book exploration with Sr. Donna Dolan and Sr. Anne Marie Conn Tuesdays September 21, October 5, October 19, November 2, November 16, November 20; 7-9:00 PM; $30 suggested donation. Join us in-person (On-line also possible, if needed) to explore ideas about the Kingdom of God, the path of change and transformation, the Beatitudes, and the challenging teachings of Jesus. Wisdom Jesus, by Cynthia Bourgeault, is a book which incorporates insights on compassion, love, hospitality, and transformation. The format of this gathering will be to read a set number of chapters for each session and to have discussion questions, with time to share as a group. Participants are responsible for acquiring a copy of the book. The Universal Christ by Richard Rohr; A book exploration with Sr. Anne Marie Conn, RSCJ, and Barbara McVeigh; Tuesday afternoons, 2-4 PM Atlantic Time October 12, 26; November 9, 23; December 7; January 11, 25 Come participate in discussing a book “From one of the world’s most influential spiritual thinkers…exploring what it means that Jesus was called Christ and how this forgotten truth can restore hope and meaning to our world.” Amplified Effects for all Affected: Addictive Behaviours, Families, and Covid-19, with Alexa Smith; Saturday, October 2nd; 10 AM-Noon; $10 suggested donation. This session offered both on Zoom and in-person, will identify some of the consequences of Addiction, Stage Two Recovery for the addicted person, and the Coping Skills for spouse, partner and children as well Senior “parents for ever.”People affected by addiction directly or indirectly gradually learn new defence mechanisms to help them cope but this past year normal effects of addictive behaviour have been amplified by Covid-19. For more infomation visit:
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FROM AROUND THE DIOCESE
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Engagement LeaderThe Cathedral Church of All Saints, Halifax Building from a visioning process that initiated in the fall of 2019, the Cathedral Church of All Saints is going through a period of transformation. To support this we are hiring an Engagement Leader. The Engagement Leader will support the growth of the Cathedral’s mission through work in communications, enhancing digital capabilities, fundraising and outreach support. We are looking for a passionate, strategic thinker who can bring out the best in others. Interested candidates can learn more about the position here For more infomation visit:
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Services for St. Edward the Confessor Anglican Church, ClementsportOctober The following are the Services for the month of October 2021, all which will be held at St. Edward the Confessor Anglican Church, 1650 Highway No 1, Clementsport, Annapolis County, Nova Scotia, all are most welcome to attend bearing in mind the Church is being fully sanitized/Social distancing is being respected. Sunday 03rd October 2021 1000 hrs. Holy Eucharist BCP Sunday 10th October 2021 1000 hrs. Holy Eucharist BAS Sunday 17th October 2021 1000 hrs. Holy Eucharist BCP Sunday 24th October 2021 1000 hrs. Holy Eucharist BCP Sunday 31st October 2021 1000 hrs. Holy Eucharist BCP |
ROAST BEEF SUPPER (Take Out Only)Saturday, October 16, 2021 Roast Beef Supper Information and downloadable poster here. For more infomation visit: http://nspeidiocese.ca/events/roast-beef-supper-take-out-only/2021-10-16 |
Fall Harvest Take-Out SupperAll Saints Kingston, Parish of Wilmot - Saturday, October 16, 2021 Ham, Scalloped Potatoes, Baked Beans, Peas and Apple and Pumpkin Pie! Contact Lorrie (902 760 0729), Anita (902 765 6186) or Gail (902 765 3753) BEFORE October 15th to reserve.
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Chili Take out DinnerSt. Peter's Anglican Church - Halifax - Saturday, October 23, 2021 Chili, Biscuit and Apple Crisp Each Dinner $ 13 or 2 for $25 Saturday, October 23 - Pick Uptime between 3:00 – 5:00 pm At the Dakin Hall Doors - 3 Dakin Drive Pre-order by Sunday October 16th with your name & phone number to Social distance and masks are required at pick up. For more infomation visit: http://nspeidiocese.ca/events/chili-take-out-dinner/2021-10-23 |