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Bishop's Office
Schedule Wednesday November 24th – Parish visits with Bishop Audrey Scanlan, Peer Coach from the Diocese of Pennsylvania Thursday November 25th – Anglican Foundation of Canada Grant Award Celebration and office meetings Friday November 26th – Office appointments and Institution of the Reverend’s Gary Barr (St. John’s Westphal) and Patti Brace (Parish of Mahone Bay) Sunday November 28th – Parish visit Monday November 29th – day off Tuesday November 30th – office appointments, meetings & Celebration of 45th anniversary of Ordination of Women in Canada (online) Announcements The Reverend Canon Reg MacDonald has been appointed Priest-In-Charge of the Parish of North Sydney effective November 16th to February 15th, 2022. For more infomation visit: |
Youth and Family Ministry
Youth and Family Ministry VSST Meeting We will be meeting November 25 at 7:30 pm on Zoom. Everyone is welcome! Email Allie (acolp@nspeidiocese.ca) for the meeting link.
Get ready for a super fun afternoon of friends, games, and food! Youth at Synod 2022 We've got big plans in the works for youth delegates to our Diocesan Synod next year, so now is the time to start thinking about youth in your parish who might be interested! Stay tuned for more details here in the coming months. Youth delegates to Synod need to be between 16 and 25. If you've got any questions, get in touch with Allie at acolp@nspeidiocese.ca. For more infomation visit: https://www.nspeidiocese.ca/ministries/youth-and-family-ministry--1
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Covid - 19 Update
If you have specific questions, please contact Rev’d Ann Turner at executivedirector@nspeidiocese.ca For general concerns you may consult provincial guidelines: Nova Scotia: For up-to-date information please go to: https://novascotia.ca/coronavirus/ PEI: For up-to-date information, please go to: https://www.princeedwardisland.ca/en/covid19
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From the Human Resources Committee
The Diocesan Council at their June 2021 Meeting approved a NEW HR Policy 2.1.26 – CHECKLIST OF TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES FOR PARISH MINISTRY AND MISSION This Policy was developed by the HRVSST in order to assist Archdeacons in developing comprehensive Covenants and Contracts for Clergy serving in this Diocese. Copies of the Policy and accompanying CHECKLIST were sent from the Synod Office in August to 60 Clergy in Part-time Parish Ministry as well as Priests-in-Charge . Clergy were requested to complete a copy of the Checklist and send it to the Chair of the HRVSST. Additional copies submitted by the lay leadership in each Parish were also encouraged. HRVSST will use the date in its review of Policies for Part-time Ministry and Priests-in-charge. In particular we are trying to determine if there are ministry or mission tasks which are not currently being led by clergy or laity in Parishes , which may then need Regional or Diocesan support and training. Copies of the Policy 2.1.26 and Checklist are available on the Diocesan Website, linked here HRVSST will continue to receive Checklists at each of its meetings. Thur. Nov. 25, January 20, March 17 and May 19, 2022. Completed CHECKLISTS can be sent to: The Rev. John K. Morrell, River John, NS B0K 1N0
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ADVENT RETREAT INVITATION
Our friends in the Diocese of Fredericton are offering a gracious invitation to join them in a special seasonal online gathering. "From Lament to Expectation," is an Advent Retreat being led by Rev. Jasmine Chandra. Jasmine co-pastors Stone Church with her husband, Terence, and is a community missioner in the Uptown Saint John area. The Zoom retreat begins at 7 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 10 and concludes by suppertime on Saturday, Dec. 11. It features segments of live teaching, group prayer and individual guided reflection. It is free. For more information and to register, visit this link: https://nb.anglican.ca/events/advent-retreat--533/2021-12-10 For more infomation visit: https://nb.anglican.ca/events/advent-retreat--533/2021-12-10
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PEOPLE NEED CHRISTMAS NOW MORE THAN EVERSix Minute Study #279 Parishioners and guests are gradually turning their hearts to the sacredness of the Advent/Christmas season. It's been a long 19 months coping with pandemic isolation and finally the holidays serve to brighten souls. As congregational development expert Carey Nieuwhof writes, this is a perfect time to engage people and get out the invitation. "Christmas is one of the rare moments left when the culture is more open to the message you’re preaching," he said in his article Break the Slump: How to Leverage Your 2021 Christmas Services to Reach More People. For more infomation visit: http://nspeidiocese.ca/news/people-need-christmas-now-more-than-ever |
THE CONNECTORS FOUR: Missional leadership cohortNOW RECEIVING APPLICATIONS! Listen. Learn. Experiment. Connect. Applications and expressions of interest are welcomed for our missional leadership learning cohort, called The Connectors FOUR. Deadline is midnight Dec. 12th. *Do you sense that God is nudging you to try something new? *To reach out to people who might never come to Sunday morning worship? This peer learning community begins in early 2022 for lay and clergy participants who want to explore discerning prayer, deep dive discussions, engaging readings, goal-setting, mutual support and encouragement. The Connectors FOUR is a group of up to 10 eager pioneering-type people who gather monthly over a year for 10, two-day sessions (a mixture of residential retreats and Zoom meetings). This is a skill-building environment for faithful Anglicans who want to reach out to others, but aren’t sure how. Participants in this cohort are a gift and asset to a local parish and their community. All costs are covered by the Diocese. ELIGIBLE PARTICIPANTS ARE … o Willing to take risks - personally and in their contexts - to be bold leaders, mentoring other leaders and actively innovating in mission; o Committing to participating in all of The Connectors sessions and an estimated average of 3 hours per month of study, reflection and discernment/visioning for themselves and their congregation(s). Additional time is required for their respective missional initiatives. INTERESTED? Pray about it... then fill out the attached application form. GOT QUESTIONS? 902-789-4840 or lvaughn@nspeidiocese.ca See also: https://www.nspeidiocese.ca/users/the-revd-lisa-vaughn For more infomation visit: http://nspeidiocese.ca/news/the-connectors-four-missional-leadership-cohort
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Fairness in Basic Needs NewsNovember 2021 The principle focus of the Fairness in Basic Needs ministry for the Diocese is carried out through participation in the Face of Poverty Consultation (FACE). FACE is a faith based organization focused on the eradication of poverty in Nova Scotia. It monitors provincial and federal government actions, participates in national actions such as those promoted by Citizens for Public Justice, and collaborates with organizations working on issues like housing, social assistance, and energy affordability. FACE meets monthly so an article will appear in netnews based upon highlights from the FACE meeting. Contact Andy Sherin at nspeijustice@gmail.com if you want more information about FACE or you want to contribute to the Fairness in Basic Needs ministry of the Diocese. Premier Houston has released his mandate letters for his Ministers (https://novascotia.ca/exec_council/letters.html). FACE has reviewed the letters and identified a number of issues that FACE will be monitoring including the implementation of the recommendations from the Affordable Housing Commission and the target of reducing childhood poverty. Ministers are required to prepare plans within 90 days on these issues and others. FACE intends to follow up on the plans in the New Year. It was reported at the FACE meeting that the new phone line access to apply for the provincial Employment Support and Income Assistance (ESIA) program is still unsatisfactory with long waits, no bypass access for advocates and inappropriate treatment once connected. It was reported at FACE that there were many electricity bills massively in arrears. Energy subsidy programs still have funds available to qualified households. The HEAT Fund https://salvationarmy.ca/maritime/home/programs/heat/ and the COVID Relief Fund https://salvationarmy.ca/maritime/home/programs/covidrelief/ The Nova Scotia Action Coalition for Community Well-being holds webinars on several topics. A recent webinar on the climate crisis and the impact on those with vulnerabilities can be found on their site at https://nsaccw.org/new-webinar-climate-justice-and-the-impacts-on-those-with-vulnerabilities/ A webinar on mental health and addictions is planned for December. The Canadian Centre for Policy Alternatives: Nova Scotia has published its 2021 report on the Living Wage in Nova Scotia. A Living Wage is a wage that reflects the rate of pay needed to meet everyone’s basic needs given the costs, available government supports and services, and norms of a specific region. $21.30: Annapolis valley (Annapolis, Kings, and Hants counties), $18.45: Cape Breton (Cape Breton, Inverness, Richmond and Victoria Counties), $22.05: Halifax (Halifax County), $19.20: Northern (Antigonish, Colchester, Cumberland, Guysborough, and Pictou counties), $21.03: Southern (Digby, Lunenburg, Queens, Shelburne, and Yarmouth counties) For the full report visit: https://www.policyalternatives.ca/offices/nova-scotia For more infomation visit: http://nspeidiocese.ca/news/fairness-in-basic-needs-news-november-2021 |
Anglican Church Women
Anniversary Bursary For more information and the application form please visit here. White Ribbon Sunday Honour White Ribbon Sunday - wear a white ribbon on the Sunday before (or on) November 25 and for the 16 Days of Activism (Nov. 25 – Dec. 10), with the pledge never to commit, condone or remain silent about all forms of gender based violence and As followers of Jesus, we cannot remain silent White Ribbon Sunday was initiated by the Anglican Church Women Board, Diocese of NS & PEI. The board chose Christ the King Sunday as White Ribbon Sunday to coincide with the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence. Christ the King Sunday is the last Sunday of the Liturgical Calendar year and the Sunday before the First Sunday of Advent. Please contact acw.nsboard@gmail.com or cjp2320@gmail.com for more information. For more infomation visit: https://www.nspeidiocese.ca/ministries/anglican-church-women
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Please contact endionspei@gmail.com for more information.The Diocesan Environment Network (DEN) |
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. |
Pray as you can, not as you can'tRespite for your Soul - Tuesday, November 9, 2021 Sometimes it can be difficult to pray - especially when your heart feels restless, when you're angry, feeling shame or are suffering loss. Join us on Zoom Mondays at 6:30 pm AST beginning November 8. For more information or the Zoom link, email us at prayasyoucan3@gmail.com A prayer ministry of the Cathedral Church of All Saints, Halifax. For more infomation visit:
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Christmas Shoebox CampaignMission to Seafarers Nothing can stop Christmas, and we continue to share with seafarers the joy and spirit of the holidays through gift-giving. The campaign is also our additional way of thanking the Hidden Heroes for their sacrifices and hard work. In many ways, the seafarers deeply appreciate the presents they receive from people who care beyond their homes and families. To all our donors and supporters, we share the seafarers’ THANK YOU! What is in the shoebox – a regular running shoe box? Our team of shoebox experts quality checks the contents of shoeboxes we received if they are already stuffed with items. Otherwise, the items placed in the box are carefully identified and limited only to the above list. The list is deemed as essential items the seafarers generally and personally need onboard. All shoeboxes are gift wrapped by a team of volunteers, signifying the gifts are produced with joy, love, and passion, driven by the spirit of Christmas. What do we need and when is the campaign conducted? Due to the restrictions and threat of COVID 19 in 2020, our donors mostly donated cash, which greatly assisted in managing the inventory and purchasing the items accordingly. October — we start accepting donations of shoeboxes, cash, and kind. For more information contact 902-422-7790 or email Helen Glenn, Mission Manager For more infomation visit: https://www.missiontoseafarershalifax.ca/events/christmas-shoebox-campaign/
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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 November 13th to 19th, 2021 Nova Scotia $0.9315 plus applicable taxes Prince Edward Island $0.9108 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. “Seeing” our Life Story: The Eminent Journey to the Centre with Dr. Beverly Musgrave Saturday, November 20th; 10:00 AM-3:00 PM; $20 suggested donation—please bring a lunch. At this time of your life are you navigating uncharted waters? Come by Zoom or in-person and explore what it means to travel without a map, learning to navigate, to See, with the Heart. In person at Barat Spirituality Centre Atlantic School of Theology Professor, Dr. David Deane will address the question: Are Christianity and Evolution Compatible? Thursday, November 25th 7-8:30 PM $10 suggested donation An Advent retreat weekend at Barat Spirituality Centre 7pm Dec 3 to end with liturgy at 11am on Dec 5th This will be a silent retreat and we have the possibility of overnight accommodations for six persons and invite others to consider commuting. There are 12 spaces total. There will be an opportunity to meet during the weekend for Spiritual accompaniment for those who wish. Each day will begin with community prayer, and there will an opportunity to meet each day for sharing. We ask participants to follow the Covid protocols that each participant be double vaccinated and wear a mask while in group sessions. A simple lunch and supper will be provided for everyone on Saturday and for those staying at the Spirituality Centre, breakfast will be pick-up. Suggested donation: Overnight Guests: $190; Commuter: $90 To secure a spot, we ask for a $50 deposit at registration for overnight guests and $30 for commuters. Sign-up closes on Nov. 26; Please be in touch if you would like to attend but are unable to offer the suggested donation. For more infomation visit:
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Lord Nelson Hotel
If you are traveling to Halifax for Diocesan-related meetings, please remember that the Diocese has a rate arrangement with the Lord Nelson Hotel (located across the park from our offices). When you book by telephone, please advise your agent. You can also make the reservation at: ask@lordnelsonhotel.com For more infomation visit: |
Cycle of Prayer
Will be updated here on Friday November 24th, 2021. For more infomation visit:
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FROM AROUND THE DIOCESE
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Services for St. Edward the Confessor Anglican Church, ClementsportNovember The following are the Services for the month of November 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 28th November 2021 1000 hrs. Holy Eucharist BCP |
Online Christian MeditationWednesdays 10 am and 7 pm Join guide, Rev. Dr. G. Wayne Short on Wednesdays at 10 a.m. and 7 p.m. (Atlantic Standard Time) for Christian meditation sessions. These two free weekly groups are hosted on an ongoing basis and feature the teachings of Fr. John Main and Fr. Laurence Freedman. All sessions are approximately 1 hour. Rev. Wayne is a priest in Prince Edward Island and presently priest-in-charge in the Parish of Cherry Valley. Register by contacting him via e-mail: mcast709@gmail.com or phone 902 675 4001. Feel free to share this information with others. You may join at any time. For more infomation visit: http://nspeidiocese.ca/events/online-christian-meditation/2021-11-17 |
Live In ConcertRachel MacLean - Friday, December 3, 2021 St. Andrew's Cole Harbour - 2 Circassion Drive, Dartmouth $12/person
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Christmas Craft & Bake SaleSt. Francis by the Lakes - Saturday, December 4, 2021 Saturday, December 4th from 10:00am to Noon. Masks needed, one direction shopping, contact info taken at door, proof of vaccinations required for entry. Please bring your own shopping bag. Visit https://stfrancisbythelakes.ca/ for more events. For more infomation visit: http://nspeidiocese.ca/events/christmas-craft-bake-sale/2021-12-04 |
Memorial Carol Sing - at St. Paul’s - December 5Sunday, December 5, 2021 An opportunity to sing the great seasonal music, plus honour a remembered person.
Information: 902-892-1691, stpauls@pei.aibn.com, www.stpaulschurch.ca For more infomation visit:
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Joining Together to StandAgainst Gender-based Violence A time to Listen – Support -Heal Monday, December 6th at 3:00 pm Holy Trinity Anglican Church 45 Main Street, Middleton (just past Angie’s Restaurant) For more infomation visit: http://nspeidiocese.ca/events/joining-together-to-stand/2021-12-06 |
Global Day of AwarenessParish of French Village - Saturday, November 27, 2021 1 in 3 women worldwide have experienced domestic or sexual abuse. Every 6 days in Canada, a women is killed by her partner or spouse. Cases of domestic violence have increased during the pandemic. What can you do? You can help to shed light on the issue of domestic violence. You can show your support for people suffering in silence. You can join us in a Gender Based Violence Awareness Walk. Please join us in a walk to Paula’s Purple Bench on the Rails to Trails. Where: Train Station Bike and Bean 5401 St. Margaret’s Bay Road, Upper Tantallon NS The walk is about 1 km to the west and ends at the beginning of Mill Lake. Time: 12:30 pm At 1:00 pm we will have prayers followed by 3 minutes of silence at the bench. If walking is an issue, you may drive up the new Bowater Mersey Road and stop near the bench. For more infomation visit: http://nspeidiocese.ca/events/global-day-of-awareness/2021-11-27 |
COUNTRY MUSIC SHOWFRANK GRANDY & THE BAND CUTE AS A BUTTON - Sunday, December 12, 2021 COUNTRY MUSIC SHOW FRANK GRANDY & THE BAND CUTE AS A BUTTON (Classic Country, Gospel & Rock& Roll) PLACE: Holy Trinity Emmanuel Church Hall 30 Alfred St. Dartmouth DATE: Sunday 12th December, 2021 TIME: 1:30-4:30 Free will offering at the door Canteen: pop, water, tea, coffee, Chocolate bars & chips Come out for an afternoon of great entertainment & Fellowship All proceeds will be used for the upkeep of the Church All relevant COVID-19 practices are in place… PLEASE DO GET VACCINATED IF YOU ARE ABLE… For more infomation visit: |
17th Annual Christmas Market & BazaarSaturday, December 4, 2021 Saturday, December 4th, 2021 10:00 am to 1:00 pm Sponsored by Christ Church ACW (All Nova Scotia Covid 19 Protocals will be followed.) For more infomation visit:
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Deadline for Net News submissions is 5:00 pm each Tuesday. Thank you! |