Laying Down Words “But I have calmed and quieted my soul.” Psalm 131. 2 Dear friends in Christ, “As we prepare for the Paschal Feast, continuing in the apostles’ teaching and fellowship, in the breaking of bread and in the prayers, let us make ready our hearts to renew the covenant of our baptism.” (Gathering […]
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ACC celebrates 30th anniversary of women’s ordination as bishops
Announcements and updates
Announcement for Sunday, 18 February 2024 The Right Reverend Todd Townshend, Bishop of Huron, and the Most Reverend Anne Germond, Archbishop of Algoma and Bishop of Moosonee are delighted to announce a partnership in the Gospel between the Dioceses of Huron and Moosonee. The Venerable Rosalyn Elm, Huron’s Archdeacon of Reconciliation and Indigenous Ministries, will […]
“Lent, the season of unpleasant uncomfortability.”
Dear friends, Let me begin my first Lenten reflection with a story renowned preacher, William Willimon, tells about the time he was serving as the pastor in a coastal town in South Carolina. About this time of the year there was quite a ruckus in the community. The reason – three large crosses the local […]
A New Year’s Greeting
Let this be our prayer to Jesus in 2024: “My heart is ravished with delight when I think upon thee- the bright resemblance of thy face so fills this heart of mine.” Auld Lang Syne Dear friends in Christ, January 9th already! It’s still early in the New Year so not too late to wish […]
December 2023 Northland now online
Click here to read the December 2023 edition of the Northland.
An Advent Message from Archbishop Anne
“O come, O Dayspring from on high, And cheer us with your drawing nigh.” We sang the ancient hymn, O Come, O Come Emmanuel at the Advent Service of Lessons and Carols this week. Perhaps you sang it during your service. Outside it was dusk, that mysterious time of the day that hovers between light […]
A Call to Prayer for October 17, 2023
Dear people of God, The sea of violence in Israel and Gaza continues to escalate with innocent civilians caught in the midst of this political and military crisis. Already living in fear and uncertainty the events of the last week have only exacerbated their suffering and desperation. Thousands of innocent people have already died and […]
A Thanksgiving message from Archbishop Anne
Dear friends in Christ, Thanksgiving greetings from our home to yours. As we begin this Thanksgiving weekend, I wish you and those with whom you who will gather all the joys of this wonderful season. Now, while turkey and all the trimmings and pumpkin pie are a delicious part of our celebrations, this is really […]