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Bishop's Office
Schedule Wednesday December 1st – Meetings and Appointments in office Thursday, December 2nd – Appointments in office Friday, December 3rd – Online Advent retreat for Queen’s College Day of Awareness; Diocesan Council in the evening Saturday, December 4th – Diocesan Council Sunday, December 5th – Parish visits Monday, December 6th to Sunday, December 12th – Vacation Announcements The Reverend Edwin Ebsary has been appointed Priest-In-Charge of the Parish of St. Andrews Locks Road, Dartmouth effective December 1st to May 31st, 2022. For more infomation visit: |
Notice of Special Session of Synod, January 2022
Please see the attached notice from the Reverend Will Ferrey, Executive Secretary of Synod and Bishop Sandra Fyfe with regards to an upcoming Special Session of Synod in January 2022. For more infomation visit: http://nspeidiocese.ca/news/notice-of-special-synod-january-2022
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Notice of OpeningParish of Bridgetown Our Mission: The Anglican Parish of Bridgetown is a welcoming family-oriented church seeking to share Christ’s love through faith, fellowship and hope. The Parish of Bridgetown, incorporating St. James, St. Mary’s and St. Peter’s, is seeking a half-time Rector. Services are conducted using the Book of Alternative Services as well as other available resources. For more infomation visit:
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Youth and Family Ministry
Youth Christmas Party! 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. Building Up Our Teams! The Youth and Family Ministry Vision Strategy and Support Team has lots of incredible work underway, and we'd love to have some new faces and new energy around the table of some of our task groups. These don't have to be long-term commitments, and the amount of work required is flexible based on what you can offer. Here's an idea of some of the things we are working on: *Youth at Synod *Diocesan Youth Conference 2022 *Community Roots Day Camp Program *Welcoming Families Youth *Internship Program *Training for Leaders in Youth and Family Ministry If any of those sound exciting to you - let me know 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
For more infomation visit: http://nspeidiocese.ca/news/from-the-human-resources-committee |
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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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 |
SEASON'S GREETINGS & APPRECIATION
Every one of our parishes has leaders who are dedicated and generous with their time and skills for ministry. These may be Licensed Lay Ministers, wardens, treasurers, council members, musicians, property caretakers, small group facilitators and Sunday school teachers. The holidays are a perfect time to express - even in small ways - our deep appreciation for their commitment to the faith community and serving their neighbours with Christian love. Read here about some simple and impactful ways to say thank-you, to build up and encourage our lay and clergy ministers.
For more infomation visit: http://nspeidiocese.ca/news/seasons-greetings-appreciation--323 |
Anglican Church Women
ACW Magazine, Keeping in Touch - Advent/Christmas 2021 Issue can be read linked here. Anglican Church Women say “Bravo!” Congratulations to our 10 successful Say Yes! to Kids applicants, the most applicants of any diocese in Canada! Check out all the exciting news here about our great projects to benefit kids and youth. 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. |
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 27th to December 3rd, 2021 Nova Scotia $0.9292 plus applicable taxes Prince Edward Island $0.9085 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. FOLLOW YOUR STAR 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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Cycle of Prayer
Cycle of Prayer can be found here for November 28th to December 19th, 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 December 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, 05th December 2021 at 1000 hrs Holy Eucharist BCP Sunday, 12th December 2021 at 1000 hrs - Holy Eucharist, BAS Sunday, 19th December 2021 at 1000 hrs - Holy Eucharist, BCP Friday, 24th December 2021 at 7 PM - Holy Eucharist, BCP Sunday, 26th December 2021 at 1000 hrs - Holy Eucharist, BCP The Parish would like to wish all a most Blessed Christmastide |
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 |
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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Christmas BasketEmmanuel Church Halifax - Wednesday, December 1, 2021 Emmanuel Church is raffling this beautiful Christmas basket. Tickets on sale now, $5 each. Contact Sarah at 902-406-9423. Approximate value, over $275. Draw date, December 17. Don't miss your chance: Act now! For more infomation visit: |
Advent Service of Lessons and CarolsSunday, December 5, 2021 Under the direction of Music Director, Garth MacPhee, the Choir of St. George’s Church Halifax will sing the beautiful Service of Advent Lessons and Carols in the Round Church on Sunday, December 5th, at 5 pm. Music for the service will include Giovanni Pierluigi da Palestrina's Matin Responsory and also his Vesper Responsory, the motet Vigilate by William Byrd and Michael Praetorius' Nun komm der heiden Heiland. In addition, motets and anthems by Bennett, Bruckner, and Jan Pieterszoon Sweelinck will be featured. Traditional hymns of the season, including Come thou Redeemer of the earth (Puer nobis nascitur), Wake, O Wake! with tidings thrilling (Wachet auf) and O Come, O Come Emmanuel (Veni Emmanuel) will be sung by all. The closing Organ Voluntary will be Nun komm der Heiden Heiland by J.S. Bach. The Offering at the Carol Service will be in support of St. George’s Christmas Family Outreach. All welcome! St. George’s (Round) Church - 2222 Brunswick Street, Halifax, N.S. For more infomation visit: http://nspeidiocese.ca/events/advent-service-of-lessons-and-carols/2021-12-05 |
The Jubilate Singers & friendsChristmas at Home Again - Sunday, December 12, 2021 Streaming Sunday, December 12th, 2021 at 7:00 pm AST from St. Mark's Church Halifax. Please see attachment for more information or visit https://www.stmarkshalifax.ca/ For more infomation visit: |
Christmas Eve ServicesAll Saints Anglican Church Bedford - Friday, December 24, 2021 2 PM – Children’s/Family Service § Must Pre-Register by 12 NOON, Dec 23rd by email or phone the office at 902-835-2605. § Masks must be always worn. § For people’s comfort we have made some provision for physical distancing. § Singing should be soft. § Communion will be offer in one kind, bread, offered and received at the Chancel steps. Once you have received the bread you may remove your mask to consume the bread and then place your mask back on. 4 PM – Children’s/Family Service § Must Pre-Register by 12 NOON, Dec 23rd by email or phone the office at 902-835-2605. § PROOF OF VACCINATION REQUIRED. § Masks must be always worn. § Singing should be soft. § Communion will be offer in one kind, bread, offered and received at the Chancel steps. Once you have received the bread you may remove your mask to consume the bread and then place your mask back on. 7 PM – Family Candle Light Service § Must Pre-Register by 12 NOON, Dec 23rd by email or phone the office at 902-835-2605. § PROOF OF VACCINATION REQUIRED. § Masks must be always worn. § Singing should be soft. § Communion will be offer in one kind, bread, offered and received at the Chancel steps. Once you have received the bread you may remove your mask to consume the bread and then place your mask back on. 10 PM – Solemn Candle Light Eucharist § Must Pre-Register by 12 NOON, Dec 23rd by email or phone the office at 902-835-2605. § Masks must be always worn. § For people’s comfort we have made some provision for physical distancing. § Singing should be soft. § Communion will be offer in one kind, bread, offered and received at the Chancel steps. Once you have received the bread you may remove your mask to consume the bread and then place your mask back on. For more infomation visit: http://nspeidiocese.ca/events/christmas-eve-services/2021-12-24 |
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