Schedule

Thursday January 19^th – Appointments outside and in the office

Friday January 20^th – Reading, writing and planning day

Sunday January 22^nd – Parish worship

Monday January 23^rd – Day off

Tuesday January 24^th – Meetings in the office

Wednesday January 25^th – Leadership Team and Staff Meetings

Announcements

Bishop Sandra has accepted the resignation of the Reverend Heather MacEachern as a Vocational Deacon with The Cathedral Church of All Saints, effective October 31st, 2022, as she moves into retirement.

Bishop Sandra has accepted the resgination of The Reverend Dr. Helen Ryding as Priest-in-Charge of the Parish of Falkland and Associate Priest of The Cathedral Church of All Saints, effective December 31^st, 2022 as she moves into retirement.

Bishop Sandra has appointed;

The Right Reverend Sue Moxley as Priest-in-Charge of the Parish of Bedford effective January 9^th, 2023.

The Reverend Gordon Redden as Priest in Charge of the Parish of Falkland effective January 15^th, 2023.

Today marks the beginning of the Week of Prayer for Christian Unity. Each year, Christians around the globe gather to worship, pray, sing and study together as we acknowledge our divisions and commit ourselves to work towards greater visible unity in Christ. The dates of this week are significant, as they mark the Confession of St. Peter (January 18th) and the Conversion of St. Paul (January 25th). St. Peter and St. Paul disagreed profoundly on some matters of faith, but each contributed greatly to the furthering of the Gospel in their own ways. May we recognize the work of the Holy Spirit in the midst of our diversity, so that our differences will not hinder our common witness to God’s love in Christ and his call to unity in diversity. May we strive to fulfill Jesus’ prayer, “that all may be one,” until we are.

We would like to congratulate our Youth and Family Ministry Coordinator, Allie Colp, and the Reverend Will Ferrey (Rector, Parish of Amherst) on the birth of their baby boy, Owen, a little brother to Simeon. Owen was born on January 3^rd, 2023. We wish them God’s richest blessings and a lifetime of joy and happiness.

The Diocese of Nova Scotia and Prince Edward Island is requesting proposals from parishes and not-for profit community groups that are seeking support following Hurricane Fiona that touched down in the Diocese on September 24, 2022.

This initiative is being funded by donations received in response to the PWRDF Hurricane Fiona Appeal from last Fall. Anglicans across Canada donated generously resulting in a total of $50,000 being available to fund projects. PWRDF has entered into an agreement with the Diocese to administer and deliver this fund.

The strategic goal or overarching objective of this fund is to help parishes/communities take steps or measures to make them more resilient and resistant to future major weather events.

This Request for Proposal seeks to attract projects that may fill gaps as to what may not have been funded through other recovery and relief programs that are currently available in Nova Scotia and Prince Edward Island. It is important that projects do not duplicate efforts or existing funding streams but, rather, leverage and collaborate with other programs and funding initiatives.

Project proposals will be evaluated on how closely they align with the following three criteria:

1) Does the project proposal demonstrate a clear case for support, with goods, services and training that responds to an identified need and significant community interest;

2) To what extent does the proposed initiative support mid to longer term needs for planning; and

3) Does the proposal demonstrate availability and commitment of proponents of the application to implement the project efficiently and effectively, leveraging other sources of funding and in-kind resources as possible and available from government and other sources.

Examples of inputs and activities for projects that would be considered are: 

•    Awareness and Preparedness trainings for Emergencies;

•    Readiness of warming stations should there be power outages or other damage;

•    Purchase of generators for such emergency use;

•     Community gatherings for processing and preparing for weather / climate related events including hurricanes, storm surges, etc.; and

•    Counseling and supports for those impacted by an emergency

Please note that the maximum amount of funding per project is $8,000. The deadline for project applications is Friday, March 17, 2023 and projects must be completed by Friday, October 20, 2023.

For more information on the Hurricane Fiona Resilience Response Fund or to receive an application form please email: Chris Pharo, PWRDF Diocesan Representative cpharo@eastlink.ca

Registration details for Vital Church Maritimes 2023 Conference will be available shortly.  

WHEN: April 27 - April 29

WHERE: Inn on Prince, Truro, NS  (+ Zoom option)

THEME: Setting Sail!

KEYNOTE SPEAKER: Rev. Canon Dr. Dawn Davis, from Huron University College, London, ON (and St. Luke's Dartmouth)  

MORE INFO HERE: www.surveymonkey.com/r/VCM2023 

Are you a mid-level accounting professional with a Canadian accounting designation and experience leading a finance team? Are you an excellent communicator, process-driven and results oriented, with exposure to CRA requirements for charities and Great Plains accounting software? Do you enjoy working in a busy environment with colleagues who are driven to serve and care about their work? 

As our Financial Controller, you will provide leadership, direction, management, and vision to our financial reporting systems and ensure our financial strength by safeguarding assets and maintaining financial stability. You possess excellent inter-personal skills and a non-anxious presence. You excel at working collaboratively with individuals, task groups, and committees. You build trusting relationships. 

Our Diocese is on the cusp of change. We are being called to greater diversity of membership, wider participation in ministry and leadership, better stewardship of the environment, and a stronger resolve in challenging attitudes and structures that cause injustice. We are reimagining ways to use all the gifts and assets we have, to make a visible difference in people's lives. We know this will take time and patience.   

Expressions of interest for this part-time position are encouraged. A position description is available upon request.

Please email Jana Gauthier at bishopsoffice@nspeidiocese.ca for more information.

We continue to encounter delays in reporting from the Fund Trustees (CIBC Mellon); we are acutely aware of the importance of this information to the Parishes; we ask:

• Please do not contact the Diocesan Finance Department to request December 31, 2022 results-we will distribute them to you as soon as we are physically able to do so. 
• To report to your Parish on year end results (AGM), if you do not wish to wait for December results we recommend :
  • You accrue the same income $ figure as September 30th, 2022.
  • If you wish to report a December 31st, 2022 Fund balance figure-use the September 30th, 2022 balance + deposits made (July, August, September) -withdrawals (July, August, September). 

We are working diligently to correct this situation. Peter Flemming 

(NEW DETAILS!) 

Faithfully living out God’s missional call today requires us to see ministry and congregational life in fresh ways. Join in a series of online conversations to discover how to reframe our perspectives and reconnect with our neighbours in order to grow and flourish. 

reconnect & reframe is a learning and exploring partnership between the Diocese of Nova Scotia & Prince Edward Island and Diocese of Fredericton. Sessions are Thursday evenings on ZOOM. Each includes a dynamic presentation on a particular theme, several local examples, followed by small group discussion.  

The first module, beginning January 26, is a four-part series on Collaborative Ministry Leadership. Learn how to build effective teams of laity and clergy, lead through liminal times, avoid burn-out, and creatively adapt. Includes practical case studies.  

Speakers for this first series include Diocesan Bishops Sandra Fyfe and David Edwards, as well as Rev. Dr. Heather McCance, Director of Pastoral Studies at Montreal Diocesan Theological College. 

Collaborative Ministry Leadership runs January 26 at 7 p.m., February 2 at 8 p.m., February 9 at 8 p.m. and February 16 at 8 p.m. 

SIGN-UP HERE:  www.surveymonkey.com/r/reconnectreframe 

Other multi-part reconnect & reframe modules in early 2023: 

     *Rethinking Community Engagement  
     *Reimagining Buildings & Property  
     *Funding Sources for Innovation (alternate revenue streams) 
     *Fresh Expressions of Church (starting new congregations) 

Each of the modules features real-life examples and many Maritime church scenarios.  

Anyone may attend any of these free sessions. We encourage congregations to send a team. Individuals are warmly welcomed too.  

Got questions? Contact: Lisa Vaughn  lvaughn@nspeidiocese.ca    902-789-4840 

Listen. Learn. Experiment. Connect. 

The Connectors is a group that journeys over the course of 12 months to explore fresh approaches to flourishing ministry. It involves reflection, prayer, discussion, study, goal-setting, trying out missional initiatives, mutual peer support and more!

    *Do you sense that God is nudging you to try something new?
    *Do you wish to reach out to people who might never come to Sunday worship?
    *Do you desire to be the hands, feet and heart of Christ to your community?

This peer learning community begins in early 2023 for lay and clergy participants who want to explore discerning prayer, deep dive discussions, engaging readings, goal-setting, mutual support and encouragement. 

The Connectors FIVE is a group of up to 10 eager pioneering-type people who gather monthly 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 willing to lean into their growing edges and take risks.

... commit to participating in all the sessions and an average of 3 hours per month of study, reflection and discernment/visioning for themselves and their congregation(s). Additional time required for missional initiatives.

Application deadline for The Connectors FIVE is Monday, February 13, 2023.

INFO & SIGN-UP HERE

(Got questions?    E-mail:   lvaughn@nspeidiocese.ca   or  call:  902-789-4840.)

Tax receipt time is a fabulous opportunity to communicate well with your congregation's givers. You are sending out an envelope anyway, why not include an inspiring message and continue to build the relationship? Tell donors how your church makes a difference in the community, region and the world! Express your gratitude for their gift. Share about your ministry dreams for 2023 and explain how they can easily continue to support your efforts. 

Read about best practices for charitable receipts in, How to Write The Best Thank-You Letter for Donations + Three Templates and Samples, written by Tatiana Morand.

https://www.wildapricot.com/blog/thank-you-letter-for-donations#11-don-t-make-a-direct-ask 

In this season of Epiphany, with its focus on ministry and how we show forth our faith, the Anglican Church Women Diocesan Board would like to share with you a video featuring our Primate, the Most Reverend Linda Nicholls, when she spoke (via this video) to those gathered in Cornerbrook, Nfld. for the Anglican Church Women Presidents/Coordinators Conference, end of September/early October, 2022. This is valuable viewing for all. At the end of the video, Archbishop Linda speaks about the transformational aspirations of the Anglican Church of Canada that invite us in to deepen our life in Christ: https://youtu.be/CTRp5wR3TQA

The Parish of Trinity, Halifax, is currently searching for a new Director of Music. The Music Director we seek will strive to build up a church music program that is sensitive to classical Anglicanism and the Prayerbook tradition, by drawing upon the richness of Christian sacred music and hymnody, both evangelical and catholic, and the best of contemporary hymn-writing. The ideal candidate will be a competent organist and musician with the ability to teach, who can elevate our liturgy through the use of music (instrumental and choral), so that the whole congregation is encouraged to participate in worship that is vital, transformative, reverent and beautiful.  

For a detailed job description and to apply please touch base with our parish office (trinity.church@ns.aliantzinc.ca) Applications are being received until the end of February, and should include a cover letter and resumé.

Summary

Christ Church is a longstanding and inclusive Anglican church, located in downtown Dartmouth, welcoming all people united in justice and love. The office of the coordinator is a distinct and identifiable ministry that is separate from, and in addition to the Pastoral care of the Rector.

Job Description

The coordinator needs be highly organized with the ability to organize a team of volunteers, delegating tasks among the team while also taking on pastoral work themselves.

The coordinator, will be responsible for overseeing and encouraging the pastoral care of the church under the direction of the Rector. The coordinator will be responsible for the oversight of the pastoral care volunteer team.

The role involves ensuring the care and connection of individuals who engage with our services and activities, have an ability to engage people on sensitive and spirituality issues, and includes welcoming new persons, as well as deepening relationships with existing members of the congregation and the community at large.

Please submit your cv/resume with a cover letter by email to christchurch@christchurchdartmouth.com by February 10, 2023 for consideration

St. Margaret of Scotland Church presents: BURNS NIGHT!

Featuring:

* Traditional Scottish Entertainment, * Poetry Readings, * Ode to Haggis, * A taste o Scottish Cuisine

Come and ``Tak a cup o` kindness yet for auld lang syne!``

Free will offering.

(3751 Robie St, Halifax)

 The Sackville Community Breakfast is new opportunity for everyone to get together with friends and neighbours for breakfast and a chat.

 *Each breakfast will offer Pancakes, sausages, and baked beans.  Adults $8, Children Ages 6-12 years $5,  Under 5 years - free. 

Happening the first, second and third Saturday of each month: 

First Saturday - First Sackville Presbyterian (60 Beaver Bank Rd, Lower Sackville)

Second Saturday - Lions Club (101 Old Beaverbank Rd, Lower Sackville)

Third Saturday - St. John The Evangelist Middle Sackville (954 Old Sackville Rd, Middle Sackville)

Soup choices are;   Chicken Noodle, Hamburger, or Tomato Vegetable       

Served with a Roll or Biscuit and Cookies $7.00 

Sandwiches: Egg Salad, or Chicken Salad white or whole wheat bread.   

Served with cookies $5.00 

Takeout Only 11:00am -1:00pm

Preorder or questions please call 902 464-5697

30 Alfred Street, Dartmouth, NS

3751 Robie Street, 11:30 to 1:00 pm

Admission $10.00

Students & Seniors $7.50

The 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 Jan. 14th to Jan 20th, 2023

Nova Scotia                    $1.4534

Prince Edward Island   $1.4505