Schedule

Thursday, August 20th - In Office Meetings

Friday, August 21st - Online Meetings

Saturday, August 22nd - 75th Anniversary Trip with St. Peter's Birch Cove, Halifax

Sunday, August 23rd - Parish Worship

Monday, August 24th - Day Off

Tuesday, August 25th - Administration/Catch up (am), Meeting with Director of Mission and Ministry Development (pm)

Wednesday, August 26th - In Office Meetings (am), King's-Edgehill Board Meeting (pm)

Thursday, August 27th - Meeting with Vocations Coordinator

Friday, August 28th - Saturday, August 29th - Fall Formation Retreat, Millbrook

Sunday, August 30th - Parish Visit, Parish of Parrsboro Shore - 11 am (Ottawa House)

Monday, August 31st - Day Off

Tuesday, September 1st - Administration/Catch up (am), Meeting of the Honorary Degree Committee (King's College-pm)

Ordinations

God willing and the people consenting,

on Saturday, September 26th, 2026 at 2:00pm

at The Cathedral Church of All Saints, Halifax,

Bishop Sandra will ordain:

Deborah Beck

Annie MacQueen

Natasha Tobin-Bejarano

to the Sacred Order of Deacons

Your prayers and presence are requested for Deborah, Annie, and Natasha

as the prepare for their ordination and the vows and promises they will make

before God and the gathered community.

Clergy and Licensed Lay Ministers are invited to vest and process.

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God willing and people consenting,

on Monday, September 28th

- The Eve of St, Michael and All Angels - 

at 3:00 pm at the Church of St. Peter and St. Thomas, Weymouth

Bishop Sandra will ordain:

Christopher Ryan Tidd

to the Sacred Order of Priests

Your prayers and presence are requested for Christopher

as he prepares for his ordination and the vows and promises he will make

before God and the gathered community.

Clergy and Licensed Lay Ministers are invited to vest and process.

Openings

Full-Time Rector - Parish of Christ Church, Amherst

Full-Time Incumbent - Parish of St. Luke's Hubbards & Parish of Blandford

Shared Ministry of the Parish of Digby, The Anglican Church of Canada and Rivers of Grace Pastoral Charge, The United Church of Canada

Full-Time Rector - Parish of St. Stephen's, Chester

During the summer months, Net News will be published on a biweekly schedule on the following dates:

• July 8
• July 22
• August 5
• August 19

We will resume our regular weekly publication schedule beginning September 2.

Thank you for your understanding, and we wish you a wonderful summer.

The next Anglican Foundation Grant deadline is September 15th, 2026.

Complete applications must be received by the Executive Secretary of Synod by those dates. execsecsynod@nspeidiocese.ca

**Once your application has been submitted, you will receive a confirmation email from the Executive Secretary of Synod acknowledging its receipt**

Information for our Diocese in addition to the requirements from the Anglican Foundation

- The motion to move forward with this initiative from the minutes of council are required

- The Bishop does not compose her letter of support until after Diocesan Executive Council votes to forward the application.  This is taken care of within the Synod Office.

- The deadlines for applying are earlier than the dates on the Anglican Foundation website, as our applications must vetted by the committee, then brought to Diocesan Executive Council before they are sent to the foundation. Our dates are based on the dates the Diocesan Executive Council meets.

- If the grant application includes working with youth your vulnerable sector policies must be included in the application. 

To apply for a grant please go to the website  https://www.anglicanfoundation.org/apply/ 

and download all of the information to insure your application is complete.

Please feel free to send any questions to the

Executive Secretary of Synod, execsecsynod@nspeidiocese.ca

Looking for an accessible, low-pressure way to dive into scripture this fall?

Joine us for Lessons from Paul: Living a Christ-Centered Life, a Zoom Bible study series co-hosted across three dioceses (Calgary, Algoma and Nova Scotia & Prince Edward Island) and Thorneloe University, Sudbury, ON.

Each session follows a simple, open format: a passage of Scripture is read twice, followed by a wide-ranging, accessible discussion on how Paul's writings apply to our daily lives.

Event details

When: Thursdays from Sept. 3 to Oct. 8 at 9:00pm Atlantic Time

Where: Online via Zoom

• Meeting ID: 827 3436 6468
• Passcode: 830537

Weekly Reading Schedule

• Sept. 3 - Colossians 3:12-17
• Sept. 10 - Ephesians 4:29-32
• Sept. 17 - Romans 12:1-13
• Sept. 24 - Romans 12-14-21
• Oct. 1 - Romans 13:1-7
• Oct. 8 - Romans 13:8-14

Co-Leaders

Mike Hobson - Postulant, Church of St. Andrew, Cole Harbour, NS (Diocese of NS & PEI)

Coery Brunatti - Parish of Trinity Muskoka Lakes, ON (Diocese of Algoma)

Rev. Mike Black - Parish of St. Martin's, Calgary, AB (Diocese of Calgary)

All are welcome! Grab your bible and join the conversation from wherever you are.

See what your parish offers in the way of prayer programs, contemplative gatherings, or quiet prayer times.

 Explore prayer gatherings from other parishes, perhaps not available at your church, or held at a time more convenient for your schedule; in person and on ZOOM.

Summer updates  

Thank you for your great support of SYTK 2026

Say Yes! to Kids 2026 has been very successful across Canada, exceeding its goal, as did we at Anglicans Powering Potential and the Cathedral Church of All Saints: We thank all who contributed to our joint campaign. We will be presenting the cheque in September to the YWCA for Anchor Spryfield and will publicize the contribution then. Thank you to all who have made the success of Say Yes! to Kids 2026 possible.

Together with partners, the YWCA Halifax is creating the youth hub space, Anchor Spryfield, that embodies the YW's vision for intergenerational change and impact, where supporting the youth of today transforms the communities of tomorrow. That is why Anglicans Powering Potential and the Cathedral Church of All Saints came together for its Anglican Foundation of Canada's Say Yes! to Kids 2026 campaign, because we, like the YWCA Halifax, have an "ongoing commitment to equity, belonging, and community collaboration [while}...strengthening relationships and building community supports that help youth thrive." Many of you have helped make this vision for youth a reality - Thank you, thank you!

Thinking Globally

There are a number of dates in August, declared by the United Nstions, that are designed to draw attention to our global neighbours. With the 4th Mark of Mission of the Anglican Communion globally as a backdrop: to transform unjust structures of society, challenge violence of every kind, and pursue peace and reconcilition, we can offer prayers for the safety and well being of the neighbours identified in these special dates:

August 9 - International Day of the World's Indigenous Peoples

August 12 - International Youth Day

August 19 - World Humanitarian Day

August 21st - International Day of Remembrance of and Tribute to the Victims of Terrorism

August 22nd - International Day Commemorating the victims of Acts of Violence Based on Religion or Belief

August 23rd - International Day for the Remembrance of the Slave Trade and its Abolition

August 30th - International Day of the Victims of Enforced Disappearance

August 31st - International Day for People of African Descent

Learn about the types of beach plants, how to identify them, and how to protect them. 

Workshops are presented by DEN and ESCOM, with the support of RCFNS.

Registration is available at: https://tinyurl.com/3hxbaun8

Any questions, please email healthycoast00@gmail.com

Everyone's favorite BBQ is just around the corner. Please get your orders in by September 4th.

BBQ will take place on September 10th

Menu includes Angus burgers or Vegetarian, Potato Salad, Chips and Butter Tarts for Dessert. All for only $17.50.

To order contact Susan Picton at picton902@gmail.com or 902-422-7790

Thank you for your support!

Atlantic School of Theology’s Certificate in Stewardship is a program that explores stewardship as a faithful response to God's gifts. 

Through engaging discussions, practical application, and theological reflection, participants will develop skills and perspectives to foster generous, healthy, and mission-focused faith communities.

This program is designed for clergy, lay leaders, church volunteers, and simply those who are interested in stewardship.

The Fall 2026 cohort begins Tuesday, September 8, 2026. Sessions will be online via Zoom from 7-9 p.m. and run over seven weeks.  

The cohort is facilitated by Rev. Cathy Lee Cunningham, an experienced ministry leader with a passion for helping congregations cultivate a vibrant culture of stewardship.

Whether you are looking to strengthen your congregation’s stewardship practices, grow in your own understanding of faithful generosity, or gain practical tools for ministry, this certificate offers a supportive learning community grounded in theological reflection and real-world application.

Cost: $600 per person. Limited bursary support is available for eligible participants.

Registration is now open - Click here to Register

Throughout July and August, St. John’s Anglican Church is opening its doors every Wednesday for a simple summer ministry called Welcome Wednesday.

From 10:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., all are welcome to stop by. Join us for a short morning prayer service at 11:00 a.m., explore our historic sanctuary, or simply take a quiet moment away from the busyness of the week for reflection and contemplation.

Whether you are a neighbour, a member of the community, or visiting Truro, we would be delighted to welcome you.

We hope to see you this Wednesday!

Men are invited to join us for a weekend of fellowship, faith, and renewal at Men’s Camp, taking place August 21–23, 2026, at St. Anne’s Anglican Camp. With Rev. Dr. Peter Armstrong serving as chaplain, this weekend is an opportunity to reconnect with God and with one another as we seek to “rekindle the gift of God that is within you” (2 Timothy 1:6).

Cost: $100 for the weekend or $40 for Saturday, with financial support available. To register, contact atevi1@gmail.com.

All Saints Anglican Church, Kingston invites the community to its Yard Sale on Saturday, August 22, from 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at 521 Pleasant Street, Kingston. Browse a variety of treasures, enjoy homemade muffins, scones, tea, and coffee, and support the ministry of the parish. Everyone is welcome!

The Parish of French Village invites you to gather around a campfire (propane for safety) on the shores of St. Margaret's Bay on Sunday evenings during the summer for a time of fellowship and prayer. S'mores and cookies will be provided.

Gatherings are at 7:00pm, in case of rain, we will gather in the church.

July 26 & Aug 23 - St. George's - 6310 St. Margaret's Bay Rd. Head of St. Margaret's Bay

www.parishoffrenchvillage.ca

The Anglican Parish of French Village invites you to celebrate the Season of Creation 2026, from September 1 to October 4, with the theme Living Water. Join us for a season of prayer, reflection, music, and action as we explore our call to care for God’s creation. Special events include guest speaker Rev. Canon Charles Bull, local musicians, and the parish choir. For dates, locations, and more information, visit parishoffrenchvillage.ca.

The Great Puzzle Race is coming to the White's Lake Legion on Friday, October 2, from 6:30–9:30 p.m. (doors open at 6:00 p.m.). Gather a team of up to four people and put your puzzle-solving skills to the test while supporting the Route 333 Refugee Association. Registration is $40 per team, with prizes for the fastest puzzlers, a silent auction, canteen, and Legion bar. To register, email dawnapurcell@gmail.com or text 902-580-6825. Come for an evening of fun, friendly competition, and a great cause!

The Parish of St Margaret of Scotland is looking for a motivated, enthusiastic, patient, and genuine individual to actively help us to facilitate the discipleship, and spiritual growth and development of our parish and neighborhood youth, providing them with a voice and the opportunity to grow as disciples of Jesus Christ.

The DYM will be responsible for guiding children and adolescents in their understanding of themselves and their faith. Their duties include organizing youth events or retreats to encourage community building, teaching Sunday school and other educational programs and communicating with church staff about faith education needs.

If you feel called to this ministry, but are unsure if you meet the requirements, please prayerfully consider applying.

Please see attached Job Description for further details.

Parish of St. John the Evangelist (Middle Sackville) is now seeking a Music Director

- Part-Time

- Piano/Keyboard & Choir Leadership

- Vibrant, Affirming Anglican Community

- Full details on website (Click this link) Music Director Position, St. John the Evangelist Anglican Church

How to Apply: Send your resume & cover letter to: stjohntheevangelistwardens@gmail.com

St. Mark’s Anglican Church in Halifax is seeking a part-time Lay Pastoral Administrator to support the life and ministry of the parish while the Rector is on sabbatical leave.

The position is 20 hours per week, with a hybrid work arrangement, for a six-month term from November 1, 2026 to April 30, 2027, with the possibility of renewal. The successful candidate will work closely with the Assistant Priest, staff, and parish volunteers, with responsibilities including worship leadership and preaching, pastoral visitation and home communion, parish administration, committee participation, and supporting outreach ministries.

St. Mark’s is a historic and welcoming congregation, founded in 1866, with a strong commitment to worship, pastoral care, and its weekly Food Bank ministry.

To apply: Please send a résumé and cover letter by September 4, 2026, to the St. Mark’s Parish Executive at stmarkshfx.exec@gmail.com.

St. Mark’s welcomes applications from all qualified candidates.

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. Sharon Williston by name at 1-888-310-1924 or by email Sharon.Williston@irvingoil.com 

The Furnace Oil price for the period  - August 15, 2026 - August 21, 2026

Nova Scotia - $1.5857 Prince Edward Island - $1.5857