On Thursday, consider wearing black as a symbol of solidarity with those impacted by rape and gender-based violence. Join us in the #ThursdaysInBlack campaign.

UN campaign against gender-based violence inspires Churches Beyond Borders 2021 devotional

This year’s Advent devotions by Churches Beyond Borders are also timed with and inspired by the UN's annual 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence campaign.Read the devotional (PDF)…

Council of General Synod Highlights

The Council of General Synod gathered over the weekend in an online and in-person format. See highlights from each day in the links below.Friday, November 5…Saturday, November 6…Sunday, November 7…

Grieving for our children

via the Anglican JournalThe discovery of graves on the grounds of residential schools "tears at the hearts of all of us who are working toward reconciliation," writes Nii K'an Kwsdins (Jerry Adams), retired missioner for Indigenous justice ministries in the diocese of New Westminster.

The rule and power of Jesus

The Kingdom of God, writes National Indigenous Archbishop Mark MacDonald, "is not easy for people to see clearly or even notice, though it is intimate to every moment and movement of life."

Horton painting links two historic voyages through Northwest Passage

John Horton, Delta marine artist and parishioner of St. David’s, Tsawwassen (Diocese of New Westminster), could not have imagined his painting of the Franklin Expedition’s HMS Erebus would one day hang aboard HMCS Harry DeWolf. 

COP26 event urges partnership between religious, Indigenous leaders to save planet

via Religion News ServiceThere can be no solution to the climate crisis that does not recognize the rights and spiritualities of Indigenous peoples, according to religious leaders who gathered for the official COP26 side event ‘Making Peace with Nature.’

Opportunity

Staff Writer – Anglican Journal

The General Synod of The Anglican Church of Canada is seeking a Staff Writer for the Anglican Journal, to research and write news and feature stories, as well as other tasks associated with the printed and online publication. The Anglican Journal is the national voice of the Anglican Church of Canada and celebrates 150 years of publication.See additional opportunities on jobs.anglican.ca…

Upcoming

Saturday, November 13, 11am MT (Edmonton and online): How do I choose a version of the Bible – and does it matter?, part of the Holy Trinity Speaker Series, in the Diocese of Edmonton

Monday, November 15, 7pm ET (online): An evening with Bishop Susan Bell and Archbishop Cottrell, hosted by the Diocese of Niagara in support of the Bishop's Company

Wednesday, November 17, 12:30pm ET (online): Wholistic Care and Wellness, a webinar hosted by InterChurch Health Ministries Canada, featuring the Rev. Dr. Helen Wordsworth, International Consultant, Westberg Institute for Faith Community Nursing

DON'T MISS / PLEASE SHARE November 18-20, 8pm ET (online): Stronger Together, a full communion session-based event for youth and young adult leaders across the country to build community, worship and learn about issues facing youth ministry — free registration

Saturday, December 4, 9am PT (Saanichton, B.C.): Resisting Structural Evil, a workshop hosted by the Diocese of British Columbia

Lifelong learning at Huron University's Faculty of Theology offering online courses

Courses beginning this month include the 8-week, "The Wisdom of the Ancient Christians: An Introduction to Patristic Theology" with The Rev. Dr. Lisa Wang (Diocese of Huron's Developer for Catechumenal Ministries) and the two-day offering, "Church Cracked Open, Canada: Decline and Hope for Beloved Community" with The Rev. Canon Stephanie Spellers (The Episcopal Church's Canon to the Presiding Bishop for Evangelism, Reconciliation, and Creation Care—see video teaser).

Thoughts / Reflections

Is it wrong to question my pastor?

via Crosswalk.comHave you ever questioned your pastor's decisions or sermons? What was the response? Do individual members of a congregation have the right to question a pastor’s motives, decisions, or theology? The Rev. Dr. Kyle Norman (Diocese of Calgary) writes about why answering this question affirmatively is important.

Prayer

Anglican-Lutheran Cycle of Prayer

This week, we pray for:Sunday, November 14

  • ACC – The members of the Council of General Synod
  • ELCIC – The members of the National Church Council

Anglican Communion Cycle of Prayer

This week, we pray for:

  • Wednesday, November 10: The Diocese of Highveld – The Anglican Church of Southern Africa
  • Thursday, November 11: The Diocese of Eastern Himalayas – The (united) Church of North India
  • Friday, November 12: The Diocese of Ho – The Church of the Province of West Africa
  • Saturday, November 13: The Diocese of Hokkaido – The Nippon Sei Ko Kai
  • Sunday, November 14: The Anglican Church of Australia
  • Monday, November 15: The Diocese of Honduras – The Episcopal Church
  • Tuesday, November 16: The Diocese of Hong Kong Island – Hong Kong Sheng Kung Hui
  • Wednesday, November 17: The Diocese of Hpa-an – The Church of the Province of Myanmar

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