PARISH OF NEW GLASGOW

The Parish of St George’s in New Glasgow, Nova Scotia, is seeking an experienced full-time Interim Rector with strong management, people, and pastoral skills for a two-year contract position.  As an interim priest and transformational leader, St. George's is an exciting opportunity for you to join this community of faith as we take an intentional time to seek spiritual and organizational renewal, to rediscover our identity, and to revitalize our mission. 

PARISHES OF AYLESFORD AND BERWICK

Considering a move to one of the most beautiful areas of our province? A place that is close to all amenities with the potential for lots of great adventures? Then the Parishes of Aylesford and Berwick may have just the right opportunity for you! Our churches, which also includes the bayside Christ Church in Morden, are located in the heart of the beautiful Annapolis Valley and we need a new priest! The area is fast-growing; we're located close to many schools, community college campuses, a university, amazing restaurants, cideries, wineries and craft breweries. We have an abundance of trails, with lakes in close driving distance, and of course close proximity to the Bay of Fundy! Farm markets abound, as does great shopping. If you are a theater buff, or just love lots of opportunities for entertainment, then discover them here.

"Do you see that glow among the ashes? Can you feel the ember’s radiant heat? The fire is not out. In fact, it’s the strongest it’s ever been. Fire is sacred in the bible; symbolizing both life and death. God intentionally uses fire in all kinds of ways; from burning bushes and pillars of fire, to the gentle crackle of a campfire in the wilderness. The roaring flames usually get the most attention. But, there are also important stories to be found in what comes before and after. 

Our stories and faith journeys are a lot like fire too. There’s the hard stuff, ashes. There are exciting parts, sparks. There are chaotic times, flames. And there is the quiet and calm, embers. Each of these are holy and vital parts of life. Whatever place you find yourself in, God is right there with you." (Clay 2023 website)

Every few years, hundreds of Canadian Lutheran and Anglican youth (ages 14-19) gather from across the country at CLAY.

The Canadian Lutheran Anglican Youth Gathering (CLAY) is a program of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in Canada (ELCIC) and the Anglican Church of Canada (ACC) where we gather to hear from guest speakers, be involved in leadership development, activities, worship and have fellowship together in national community. And Clay is so much fun!

This summer, the first CLAY since the pandemic is being held in Waterloo Ontario with the theme of Ashes & Embers. And we would love to send a home team from the Diocese of Nova Scotia and PEI on an epic road trip to join this August. 

Are you interested in joining us for CLAY 2023 as a leader or youth participant? Contact youthandfamily@nspeidiocese.ca by March 28th.

(For more information on Clay check out: https://claygathering.ca/hometeams/ )

Hosanna!  The journey with Christ from Palm Sunday to the tomb on Easter is a true blessing for long-time faithful parishioners. How can we ensure it is engaging and renewing for newcomers? There are several simple practices that can make this Holy Week experience impactful for our guests.

Read this article from Building Faith, Virginia Theological Seminary: 9 Ways to Welcome Church Visitors on Easter   

Vital Church Maritimes 2023 Conference is only a few weeks away! 

Keynote speaker, Rev. Dr. Dawn Davis is preparing 4 dynamic, interactive and practical talks for participants at this year's event.  WATCH VIDEO HERE:   https://youtu.be/8HEwIylULPI

'Setting Sail!' is this year's theme, as we learn and discern our next steps for future flourishing missional ministry.

Another special guest is Stephen Doucet-Campbell, Registered Psychotherapist (ON) / Counsellor Therapist (NS). He will lead two sessions on leadership mental health and resilience. 

• WHAT: Three days of learning, sharing ideas and best practices for flourishing missional communities. 
• WHEN: April 27 - April 29
• WHERE: Inn on Prince, Truro, NS  (+ Zoom option)
• KEYNOTE SPEAKER: Rev. Dr. Dawn Davis, from Huron University College, London, ON (and St. Luke's Dartmouth)

VCM 2023 conference is open to anyone - laity or clergy. It features relevant and inspiring presentations, lots of discussion and sharing time, creative worship, prayer and more. Conference registration includes materials and most meals.  (Hotel guest room costs are separate.)

Funding support is available for Laity, Deacons, Associate/Retired Priests and Rectors who are from our Diocese. MORE DETAILS:    VCM 2023 on Web Page

REGISTER:    Eventbrite - VCM 2023 Conference

RESERVE HOTEL ROOM: 

Ask for the Anglican Diocesan SPECIAL RATE - $121/night.   www.innonprince.com   Call: 902-895-1651

Contact:    E-mail: lvaughn@nspeidiocese.ca  or  call 902-789-4840.

The Face of Poverty Consultation (FACE) is an faith-based group working for the eradication of poverty in Nova Scotia. It is focusing its education programming on the Social Determinants of Health. Health care is a hot topic today with a legitimate focus in the public, the media and politically on access to primary care, emergency departments and hospitals. What is not receiving much profile is the wider social factors determining individual and population health.

Determinants of health are the broad range of personal, social, economic and environmental factors that determine health. Some of the main determinants of health include: income and social status, employment and working conditions, education and literacy, childhood experiences, access to health services, gender and race / racism.

To begin the education process on the Social Determinants of Health (SDOH), FACE organized a webinar on two factors, food insecurity (largely due to the lack of income) and solutions to income inequality. Robert Wright, a social worker and activist introduced the SDOH and was joined by Karen Theriault, Feed Nova Scotia and Laurie Michael from the GBI (Guaranteed Basic Income) network PEI. The webinar is moderated by Sandra Hennigar, Chair, Face of Poverty Consultation.

FACE is the primary initiative the Diocese participates in under the Basic Needs Ministry of the Mission, Outreach and Social Justice Team (MOST).

A video of the webinar can be watched here.

After a fantastic season last summer, the Community Roots Program is preparing to come to parishes across our diocese for July and August 2023. 

The Community Roots Day Camp Program is primarily designed to do two things - first, to encourage young people to grow in their faith, or to learn about Christianity for the first time, and second, to develop leadership capacity in communities so that meaningful, local ministry can continue to happen there for children and youth. 

Our program staff works to develop and help facilitate a fun, engaging, and creative day camp program. This summer they will travel throughout the diocese, bringing all of the supplies needed for a week of camp with them to churches just like yours.

If your parish is interested in hosting one of our day camps this summer, you can find more information on how to apply at:  Community Roots Program 

We are also now hiring for our Program Administrator position. For more information, please contact youthandfamily@nspeidiocese.ca and check out our diocesan web page for more details as posted. 

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St. Paul’s Parish in Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island, is seeking a Director of Music Ministry to continue, enhance and expand the joyful music ministry of the church by working with the current choir members, musicians and congregation.  We gather in the historic stone church designed in by architect William Critchlow Harris, a master of church acoustics.  Traditional and contemporary music are assisted by the Casavant organ and Baldwin piano creating flexibility in music programming and drawing in local artists. The Parish is a part of the Diocese of Nova Scotia and Prince Edward Island.

We are a welcoming and inclusive community who are receptive to change and open to exploring new ways of living our faith in our daily lives. Our community includes people from a wide range of backgrounds, at various stages on their journey of faith, and with wide range of training, skills and professions. We value and celebrate this diversity.

We offer in-person worship every Sunday morning and live-stream is available through Facebook and YouTube. The Director of Music Ministry will be a member of the ministry team. The successful candidate should be proficient in playing our Casavant organ and Baldwin piano. We hope that the person will help continue, enhance and expand the music program by working with current choir members and musicians in the parish. Responsibilities include selecting, conducting and playing a variety of styles of organ, piano and choral music appropriate to our worship services. Above all, the successful candidate should bring a real sense of joy to their ministry.

Terms of Employment

Hours: 10 - 15 hours per week with some flexibility. 4 weeks paid holidays. Remuneration: RCCO scale: probably level 4 – 10. The initial contract will be for one year and reviewed during that time.

Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor of music degree is a benefit and previous church musician experience.

Optimal Start Date: August 1, 2023 (negotiable)

Application and Selection Process: 

Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and resume outlining experience, education, skills and references to: jwgc@pei.aibn.com

Deadline for applications: April 14, 2023

https://sites.google.com/site/stpaulschurchsite/Home/director-of-music-ministry

Mid-week services: Thursday 23, 30. We will have a service of Holy Communion each Thursday in March at 10:30 am, led by Rev. Ed. Coleman. 

Bible Study: Following the Thursday communion service, about 11:15 am, led by Avon Fancy. 

Topic: The Old Testament: Why do we Read it?

March 30: What does Luke do with the Old Testament? 

Releasing Your Creativity: Acrylic Painting Classes with Ed. Emmanuel Parish Hall, Tuesdays, 1:30-3:30, Feb. 28-March 28. There is a cost to this. For more info or to register, call Ed, 782-409-1870 

PWRDF Appeal: We will once again be raising money for the PWRDF. They do great work on behalf of the Anglican Church of Canada all around the world, with relief, development, education, food security, environmental action and more. Get your boxes, hearts or envelopes or simply write a cheque to Emmanuel with PWRDF on the memo line. 

Genuine Online Relationships

In a post-lockdown church, online community has become a common reality. Most churches are offering ministry online, whether it be a weekly email, a Facebook group, online studies, or live-streaming worship. In this course, students will consider how to widen ministry beyond the church walls and into their online community. Readings will include case studies as well as work on building community, missional thinking, pastoral care, and online strategies. Students should come ready to investigate their current context and with a knowledge of the online platforms they currently use.

This event is sponsored by Pine Hill Divinity Hall.

About the Instructor: Dawn Leger is a pastor of Harbor Online Community, a virtual community of people following Jesus outside the lines of traditional church models. She has become a well-regarded coach and advisor for churches creating an accessible, inclusive, and supportive online community. Dawn served in parish ministry for 15 years in urban and rural churches and is currently a PhD candidate at Martin Luther University College.

Dates: Thursdays in May from May 4th to May 25th from 1pm to 2.30pm AST

Location: Online

Registration Fee: $50.00 plus Eventbrite fee

‘PASSION: Music of A Thousand Years’ is a concert presentation of a millennium’s worth of stunningly beautiful choral music that will take place in Halifax on Sunday, April 2, 2023 at 4:00 pm. Directed by Paul Halley, members of The Cathedral Choir of All Saints Cathedral in Halifax will
showcase choral works in a fluid choreography that will surround the audience with powerful and ethereal music, sung from various locations within the grand, landmark historic building that is the Cathedral Church of All Saints. The music presented in this concert was written at points throughout
the last one thousand years in commemoration of the forty days leading up to Easter, a period in the Church year known as Lent. Over the centuries, poets and composers have taken inspiration from the biblical narratives of the Passion, the Psalms, and Old Testament prophets, to create works of
astonishing depth and beauty. The dramatic power of these texts has drawn out the most exquisite music from some of the greatest musicians over the last 1,000 years. From 11th century Gregorian chant, through Tallis and Byrd, and Shaker songs and African American Spirituals, to Poulenc and
contemporary composers, the works on this program represent an enormous range of expression.

‘PASSION: Music of A Thousand Years’ takes place on Sunday, April 2nd at 4:00 p.m. at the Cathedral Church of All Saints in Halifax. A single show is scheduled, and seating is limited, so audiences are advised to get tickets early. Information and tickets may be found online at: https://passion-music-of-a-thousand-years.eventbrite.ca

Lunch includes - Hearty Beef Irish Stew, Fresh Roll & Dessert $15.00

Please order by March 22nd (902) 422-7790 or hglenn@missiontoseafarershalifax.ca 

Our parish is seeking to fill the part-time (~40%) ministry position of Parish Administrative Assistant/Bookkeeper/Cemetery Administrator.

Are you seeking a part-time position where you can use your excellent interpersonal and communication skills when dealing with the general public, parishioners, parish staff, grieving families, funeral home personnel, facility renters, contractors, and clergy persons? If you have an understanding of the dynamics of parish life and cemetery operations, and ease of use with common desktop word processing, spreadsheet, website, and accounting software or the aptitude to learn and be proficient quickly, we would like to hear from you.

For further information, please contact us and include your contact information or, to apply, please send your contact information with resume, cover letter, and salary expectations to administrator@stjohnshalifax.ca. 

Monday, April 17^th and April 24^th via Zoom - 8:00 pm ADT/7:00 pm Eastern $20 per person plus Eventbrite Fee

Two evening sessions with Russ Daye and Rob Fennell, co-authors of Turning Ourselves Inside Out: Thriving Christian Communities. Join these two pastor-scholars to learn about their research on thriving churches, and their most recent reflections on church life in the COVID era. These sessions will be interactive and will not be recorded.These sessions are geared towards anyone who wants to learn how churches can thrive in the post-COVID era.

The first 40 registrants will receive a FREE paperback copy, by post, of the book, Turning Ourselves Inside Out: Thriving Christian Communities. Register soon!

To learn more about this book, go to: https://www.fortresspress.com/store/product/9781506470023/Turning-Ourselves-Inside-Out

To attend, please register at this link: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/turning-ourselves-inside-out-late-covid-reflections-on-thriving-churches-tickets-532118449607

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 March 25th to March 31 , 2023

Nova Scotia                    $1.2012

Prince Edward Island   $1.2041