St. Theodore, Taber:

Archbishop Greg announces that The Rev. Canon Erin Phillips will be stepping down as Incumbent of St. Theodore, Taber as of July 31.  Her last Sunday was July 17.  She will be continuing her work as Chaplain at The University of Lethbridge and Chair of the Diocesan Refugee Committee.  Please keep Erin in your prayers as she makes this transition.

All Saints, Cochrane:

The Rev. Fariborz Khandani will begin his ministry with All Saints, Cochrane on August 1.  After months of health concerns, we are delighted that he is finally able to begin his leadership in this parish.  Welcome Fariborz!

Ordinations:

Archbishop Greg is pleased to announce that, God willing, he will ordain to the Diaconate Daniel Joseph, interning currently at St. Leonard-on-the-Hill, Red Deer, and Christopher Wall, of St. Aldhelm, Vulcan.  Daniel will be a Transitional Deacon, while Christopher will be a Vocational Deacon.  The Service of Ordination will take place at The Cathedral Church of the Redeemer, Calgary, on Sunday, September 4, at 7:00 pm.  Please pray for Daniel and Christopher as they prepare for their new ministries.  Color for this Service will be Red.

Beginning July 17, Archbishop Greg will be away in the UK for the 2022 Lambeth Conference as well as personal holiday time.  Please keep him and Vicki in your prayers for safe travels and time spent in relaxation and refreshment.

While he is away, The Ven. Dr. Pilar Gateman will be acting as his Commissary.

Christ Church, Elbow Park is currently seeking an Associate Priest for pastoral care and community building.  

For more information on this position and application requirements, please click here.  For a Parish Profile, please contact the Diocesan Executive Officer The Ven. Dr. Pilar Gateman.  Application deadline is August 14.

Registration is currently underway for the 2022/2023 sessions.  If you are looking for a way to deepen your understanding of the Christian faith and to enhance the connection between what you believe and how you live your daily life, this may be for you.  Information on the course and registration can be found here.

Outdoor Ultreya – Campout – Outdoor Service - BBQ

The great Sundre Outdoor Ultreya, campout, outdoor service, and BBQ is back this year.  Join us at the Double N Ranch, south of Sundre, AB on Saturday, August 6 for a Potluck and Ultreya.  Arrival around 3:00 pm, eat at 5:00 pm, Ultreya at 6:00 pm.  We have lots of room for campers and tents, even some RV hook-ups.

The Outdoor Service on Sunday, August 7 begins at 11:00 am, with BBQ to follow.  Bring a salad or dessert for Sunday; we’ve got everything else.

Call to reserve a camping spot, or if you need a map to the ranch, at (403) 638-2356.

We are excited to announce the first of our Fall course offerings.  All are welcome to sign up, whether working towards a License as a Lay Minister, or simply for interest's sake.
 
Interpretation of Scripture - Fall 2022

Please watch the Calgary School of Discipleship page on our website. Future courses, dates and registration forms will be listed as they become available.

Listen to speakers and panel discussions and engage in an honest conversation regarding death and end of life decisions.  Be better prepared to have these discussions with family and friends when the need arises.  

Advance registration is required. Registration is $10 per person for Friday evening or $50 per person for the full conference (Friday evening and Saturday) plus applicable service fees. Lunch will be provided on Saturday. 

Please register and purchase tickets on Eventbrite.

Additional information including a program, keynote speakers, and special hotel rate can be found by clicking on MAiD Conference.

Below is a summary of the work that the PWRDF has been doing in the past six months:

Hunger Appeal: Through its membership in the Canadian Foodgrains Bank, PWRDF is participating in the Humanitarian Coalition appeal to end hunger.

Empowering Women: In 2022, PWRDF is supporting partners in twenty countries around the world.

PWRDF Wild Ride: This new fundraising initiative engages Canadians in support of PWRDF partners who serve refugees and displaced people.  Join others across the country as we walk, cycle, roller blade, bake, read, knit, crochet, swim, kayak, canoe, dance and sing, or pretty much any activity.  This initiative replaces the Ride for Refuge fundraiser.  

Support for Ukraine: Supporters have now contributed $1 million for our work and partnerships in Ukraine.  

COVID Response: PWRDF continues to support partners in five countries in sub Saharan Africa in support of effective COVID response and training of community health workers, and maintenance and strengthening of other health care resources.

Solar Suitcase Update: The installation of 50 solar suitcases is underway in very rural, off-grid health centres as part of last year's Light for Every Birth program.

Climate Action: Partners are taking climate action in their programs by planting trees, managing erosion and water, and caring for crops.

Indigenous Programs: In 2022, we supported communities in northern Ontario and northern Manitoba responding to COVID, as well as supporting the KOR Language and Cultural Centre in Mohawk Territory near Montreal.  There was support for elders in Winnipeg, and a Seed Sanctuary program with the Highland Waters Metis Council.

In-Canada Emergencies: Coordinating with The Territory of the People, allocation of funds raised in 2021 to individuals and families impacted by fires and floods in Lytton, BC occurred .  There was also support for flood victims in southern Manitoba in April.

For more information on our work, please visit our Website.

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Once again, there have been several phishing attempts reported to the Diocesan Office.  If you receive a request from Archbishop Greg or one of our staff asking for your help or the purchase of gift cards, and you are suspicious, please do not respond and delete the email.

Phishing emails may look extremely authentic. Here are some tips on how to protect your confidential personal information:  

·         Do not click on links OR open attachments in emails or messages from people that you do not know.

·         Remember that the Archbishop or the staff would never ask you for assistance in this way.

·         Look out for spelling or grammatical errors.

·         Check the sender’s email address or the Reply email address. Is this address the same as you would usually see from this person or organization?

·         Be cautious with any unexpected messages. When in doubt, delete. 

These emails are not harmful to your computer, just annoying. 

We are interested in what is happening in your parish and would love to highlight those events and news in our newsfeed.

We look forward to your contributions - feel free to forward your event announcements, your parish news, your stories.  Send in your details and pictures to ctubman@calgary.anglican.ca.

Please remember in your prayers:

- the clergy and parishioners of our Diocese over the summer months - for safe travels,  and refreshment and rest;

- those who are sick, suffering, fearful or in need, remembering those suffering from COVID-19 and their caregivers, those feeling isolated and those who are vulnerable;  

- for peace within our country, and in the world, remembering the country of Ukraine, areas of unrest and riots, and asking for wise discernment in our leaders;

- for Monica, Howard, Terry, Janet, Victoria, Rick and Deb, Donna, Sharon, Elizabeth and family, and Don;

- those who have died and those who mourn;

- the victims of violence and natural disasters;

- our Indigenous brothers and sisters, especially remembering their hurt and grief at this time; 

- refugees, remembering those fleeing the Taliban regime, and those fleeing war in the Ukraine.

Request a prayer:

Send prayer requests to ctubman@calgary.anglican.ca to let us know how we can pray for you.  We will only use first names which will be removed after two or three weeks.  We will also pray for you during our regular Chapel services each week.  Please ensure that you have permission from those whose names you are submitting for prayer, and that they understand their name will be made public to all who subscribe to the Newsletter.