Diocese of Nova Scotia and Prince Edward Island | Anglican Diocese in Halifax, NS

SCHEDULE

Thursday November 9th - Installation of the Rev’d Dr. Heather McCance, President AST; meetings in office (afternoon); King’s College Chapel – Solemn Choral Eucharist (evening)

Friday November 10th – Meetings in Office; Songs for All Souls, Parish of Horton (evening)

Sunday November 12th – Parish of French Village – Centennial Anniversary of St. George’s Anglican Church, Head of St. Margaret’s Bay

Monday November 13th – Day Off/travel

Tuesday November 14th to Friday November 17th – Clergy Retreat, Diocese of Eastern Newfoundland and Labrador

THANK YOU!

Following the death of my mother at the end of September, I was overwhelmed (in the best possible way) by the number of cards and messages I received from across the Diocese and beyond: members of the clergy and their spouses, parishes, diocesan staff, individuals, and parish and diocesan groups, committees and organizations. My family and I were upheld through this difficult time by your care and loving concern, and by your prayers. We are deeply grateful for your kindness and compassion. – Bishop Sandra and family

“I thank my God every time I remember you, constantly praying with joy in every one of my prayers for all of you….”

Philippians 1:3-4

Workshops run SATURDAYS, from 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.

VALLEY REGION - Nov. 4 - Christ Church, Berwick

NORTHUMBRIA REGION - Nov. 18 - St. Paul's, Antigonish

SOUTH SHORE - Jan. 6 - Location TBA

CHEBUCTO REGION - Jan. 20 - Great Hall, Cathedral Ch. of All Saints

DARTMOUTH REGION - Jan.27 - Christ Church, Dartmouth

EASTERN SHORE - Feb 17 - Tangier Fire Hall, Tangier.

FORT SACKVILLE REGION - T.B.A.

CHIGNECTO REGION - T.B.A.

REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED.

SIGN UP HERE - www.surveymonkey.com/r/GUIDINGLIGHT

One of the most impactful ministries we have as Anglicans in our Diocese is funeral ministry. Our liturgies reflect a compassionate, inclusive tone, while providing an environment of pastoral care by our parish leaders. Funerals, whether in a church, funeral chapel or at a graveside, can connect people with a loving God and a warmhearted faith community.

Parish lay leaders, especially Licensed Lay Ministers, Vocational Deacons, and others, are being called to share in this pastoral office. As local ministers, they are often familiar with the families and communities. The Spirit is leading our Diocese to embrace more fully the ministry of all the baptized in this area.

Over the next few months, our Diocese is sponsoring, GUIDING LIGHT: A Workshop on Funeral Ministry. These free regional in-person training sessions are open to all Licensed Lay Ministers, any lay person who desires to know more (perhaps to be part of a funeral team), and any cleric who seeks a refresher session.

Facilitators are Rev’d. Debra Burleson, former Archdeacon and AST Formation Director, and Rev’d. Canon Lisa Vaughn, Parish Vitality Coordinator.

Some of the topics explored:

Funeral planning with next of kin
Burial options
Words of Remembrance
Homilies / Reflections
Post-funeral follow-up
FAQs

Participants receive a HANDBOOK - tip sheets and templates for planning. Woven into this training session, are the MISSIONAL opportunities that funerals present as we respond to the needs of those who are grieving. In some neighbourhoods, we are the only faith community.

This is an explorative workshop, thus there is no expectation that participation will require a commitment to funeral ministry. Diocesan protocols, policies and Bishop’s expectations are addressed.

Contact: Lisa for more information lvaughn@nspeidiocese.ca or 902-789-4840.