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  1. DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS TO GRANTS AND LOANS EXTENDED TO SEPTEMBER 7, 2023
  2. PRAYING TOGETHER: Strength amidst fire, with Archbishop and Primate Linda Nicholls
    An online prayer event led by the Primate on Facebook Live this Sunday evening, for all those affected by the wildfires—especially those in British Columbia and the Northwest Territories.
    Sunday, August 27, 7pm Eastern Time
    https://fb.me/e/1qOaFVkyx
  3. AN INVITATION
    Do you want to:
    - foster a habit of learning in your parish?
    - start a regular study group that meets consistently throughout the year?
    - help parishioners understand their baptismal vocation?
    - empower them to face an uncertain future?
    PLEASE CONSIDER JOINING A GROUP OF LEADERS who will participate in an exciting new endevaour in the coming liturgical year.
    Contact:     Rev. Canon Dr. Lisa Wang, Developer for Catechumenical Ministries.
  4. THANKS FOR ANOTHER WONDERFUL SEASON AT CAMP HURON!
    Help us celebrate at our closing Eucharist on Saturday August 26 at 10:30 am, outdoors, weather permitting. 
    Want to see how the summer went? Follow us on Facebook, Instagram and Tik Tok. See everyone next summer!
  5. EDUCATION FOR MINISTRY VIRTUAL OPEN HOUSES:
    Monday, August 28 at 7:00 pm
    Registration for Online and In-Person Classes beginning in June
    Education for Ministry is a small group, faith-based experience, that focuses on how our faith connects to and is lived out in our everyday life. Interested in learning more about what is available in your area? Reach out to Libi Clifford or Val Kenyon to let us know you’re coming or with questions of any kind at:EFM@huron.anglican.ca
    Sponsored and supported by the Diocese of Huron
  6. HURON LICENTIATE IN THEOLOGY PROGRAM in partnership with the ANGLICAN COUNCIL OF THE NORTH, presents:
    - CHRIST, SALVATION AND TRINITY, with Dr. Brett Potter
    Tuesdays from 8:00 PM to 10:00 pm (ET), starting September 5, 2023 (hosted via Zoom).
    FOR MORE INFO CHECK THE POSTER 
    - BASIC LIFE ISSUES: AN EXPLORATION OF WORTH, BELONGING AND PURPOSE IN OUR LIVES, with Dr. Norman King
    Thursdays from 8:00 PM to 10:00 pm (ET), starting September 7, 2023 (hosted via Zoom).
    FOR MORE INFO CHECK THE POSTER
    - CONGREGATIONAL MUSIC FOR THE LITUGICAL YEAR, with Mr. William Lupton
    Tuesdays from 8:00 PM to 10:00 pm (ET), starting October 31, 2023 (hosted via Zoom).
    FOR MORE INFO CHECK THE POSTER 
    - THE JEWISHNESS OF JESUS: AND WHY IT MATTERS TO CHRISTIANS, with Dr. Murray Watson
    Thursdays from 7:00 PM to 9:00 pm (ET), starting November 2, 2023 (hosted via Zoom).
    FOR MORE INFO CHECK THE POSTER
    Cost to register for each of the courses: $325 for Full Credit, $150 to audit. To register, contact Dr. Grayhame Bowcott at: grayhame.bowcott@huron.uwo.ca or (519) 438-7224 ext. 832
  7. Anglican Fellowship of Prayer: Fall Conference. RULE OF LIFE: The Sisterhood of St. John Divine (From From the Perspective of a Sister, an Oblate and an Associate)
    Date: September 30, 2023, 9:30 am—12:00 pm, By Zoom.
    To register please contact: the Rev'd Ann Webber at annwebber@diohuron.org or by calling or texting info to 226-373-1391. SEE THE POSTER
  8. The Essex Deanery Lay Leadership Training Classes:  Lay leadership courses for 2023
    ◦  September 16 – Anglican History with Rev. Canon Dr. Gordon Maitland (Please read the book by Mark Chapman, Anglicanism: A Very Short Introduction, Oxford University Press, 2006)
    .  October 21 and November 18 - How to write a sermon (4 pages of the Sermon plus other resources) 
    These classes will be held in person at Canterbury College.  We have partnered with Canterbury College for the Lay Readers courses and they are providing us with the technology support to also bring the classes by zoom.  Please join us for one or for all of the classes.  Please contact Rev. Elise Chambers if you would like to attend.
    elisechambers@diohuron.org.  If you have a class you would like to teach please contact Rev. Kimberly Myer - kimmyer@diohuron.org with your idea.
  9. PRAYER WORKSHOP: "PRACTICING THE PRESENCE OF GOD". 
    Led by Rev. Canon Marian J. Haggerty
    St. Paul's Cathedral, 472 Richmond St., London, ON
    SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 16, from 10 am. 
    For detailed program SEE THE POSTER. 
    Pre-registration required before September 10. To reserve your spot, call Deacon Pat at 519-455-7119 or email: deacon@stpaulscathedral.on.ca
  10. Join us for the Deanery of Lambton's first Bishop's Friends event!
    What? -- A 2-hour after dinner cruse along the St. Clair River onboard the Duc d'Orleans II. Bishop Todd will be joining us for an opportunity to spend time with him and with each other. Finger foods provided by Sitara, cash bar available, have your photo taken onboard at our photo booth (donations welcomed). Dress is casual.
    When? -- Sunday, September 17, gathering at 6pm, leaving the dock at 6:30pm sharp.
    Where? -- Dock is located along the river in Sarnia, directions and maps available if needed.
    Why? -- Donations from Bishop's Friends events go toward the Bishop's discretionary fund.
    How? -- Tickets are $75 per person, of which $30 will be donated and eligible for a tax receipt. If you would like to make an additional donation, that will be receipted as well. Tickets go on sale Monday, July 10, space is limited so don't miss out! For more information or to purchase tickets, contact Mary-Ann at bishopsfriendslambton@gmail.com, or 519-337-4204.
    For more information     WATCH THE VIDEO
PARISH EVENTS:
  1. Please join us at the Old St. Thomas Church, 55 Walnut Street St. Thomas for our Summer Concert Series every Wednesday starting at 7 p.m.
    August 30: The Barclay Road Brass Works
  2. The Annual Corn Roast at St. Paul’s, Port Dover will be held on Saturday, August 26 (rain date Sunday, Aug 27). Serving will begin at 5:00 p.m.
    On the menu will be Norfolk corn on the cob (all you can eat), beef on a bun, salad, an ice cream dessert and beverages. Cost: $18 adult, $10 for children 10 and under, and free for children 5 and under.
    There will be door prizes, as well as live entertainment starting at 4:30, featuring Young’s Creek Road.
    Tickets are available from the Port Dover Maple Leaf and Stoney’s Hardware or from Ron Barker, Val Skeldon, Laurie and Jim Lomas, Jim Cation and June Dorie. The money raised will be put towards the steeple restoration.
  3. St. George’s Church, Thorndale: BBQ CHICKEN DINNER. Wednesday, September 13. 4:30-6:30pm Drive Thru Take Out. Our address is: 172 King St. Thorndale.
    Call for tickets: 519-461-1936 (Ed) or 519-461-1901 (Laurie). Adults: $25; Children under 12: $15.
    SEE THE POSTER
  4. St. John the Evangelist Anglican Church, Leamington: CHICKEN AND RIB DINNER
    Leamington Marina Pavilion, Friday, September 1, from 5 to 8 pm.
    Cash Bar; Take-outs available. Advance Tickets – Adults: 25.00; At the Door: 30.00; Children (6-12): 10.00
    Call for tickets: 519-326-3111.
    SEE THE POSTER
  5. A Whole Lotta Shakin Going On at St. James' Church Ingersoll Fundraiser
    St. James' Church Ingersoll is pleased to announce a very fun musical evening - dinner and concert with two outstanding artists! One of our favourite tribute artists, Jackie Grainge from Cambridge, will be singing the tunes of the 50’s and 60’s. Jackie is an awesome performer and always entertains us with her renditions of number one hits.
    And Jackie’s special sidekick will be Shon Carroll from Kitchener. Shon is a past winner at the Collingwood Elvis Festival – so yes, Elvis will be in the house!
    This outstanding dinner concert will be held one night only – Friday October 13th.
    Your evening will begin with cocktails at 6:00 pm (cash bar); dinner at 6:30 pm (a buffet deliciously prepared and served by Thamesford's Village Deli catering team), and, finally a one-hour show of all your favourite rock ‘n roll music songs. There will be “a whole lotta shakin going on”!
    Tickets for the evening are $55.00 and the venue is the Unifor Local 88 Hall on Victoria Street in Ingersoll. 
    So act now and call the church office at 519-485-0385 to reserve your tickets. Simply tell Kristy Van Kooten-Bossence, our office administrator, how many tickets you require.  A wonderful dinner and show awaits you this fall.
    SEE THE POSTER
  6. Fall Celebrity Organ Recital at St. Paul's Cathedral
    We hope you'll take this rare opportunity to hear David Enlow, Organist and Choir Master at the Church of the Resurrection in New York City. He will be giving a recital of music by Bach, Dvorak, Mozart, Vierne and Whitlock at St. Paul’s on Friday, October 20 @ 7:30 pm.
    Mr. Enlow has been described as a “commanding” organist (The New Yorker), and his “performances [are] full of color, passion, invention, and power” (The American Record Guide).
    All are welcome to join us for this fabulous event. Admission is by Donation. Save the date and please do join us for what’s sure to be a spectacular organ recital!
  7. St. George's London - Choral Evensong 
    Beginning in the fall, we will be having regular services of Choral Evensong on the fourth Sunday of every month at 4pm, as follows:  
    - September 24
    - October 22
    - November 26
    The service of Nine Lessons & Carols will be held on Sunday, December 17.
    Choral Evensong will continue on the fourth Sunday of the month in 2024 beginning with Sunday, January 28.
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES:

  • Trinity Anglican Church in Cottam, is searching for a friendly, reliable and motivated Children/Youth coordinator.
    In this position, you will be responsible for a range of duties including developing lesson plans, assigning homework, responding to issues, and addressing children/youth needs.
    Employment requirements:
    - High school diploma or equivalent qualifications.
    - A minimum of 2 years experience in a similar role (if possible).
    - Proven experience as an educator is advantageous (if possible).
    - Becoming an active Church member.
    - Good understanding of planning and developing lesson plans.
    - Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
    - Proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint and other social media.
    If interested, please call the church office at 519-839-5303

  • Huron Farmworkers Ministry is looking for a Seasonal Outreach Service Delivery Associate. 
    We are looking for a self-starting, Spanish-speaking individual to join our team who has a passion for helping others.
    FOR MORE INFO     GO HERE OR DOWNLOAD HERE

  • St. Alban's, Delhi is seeking an organist for Sunday services at 11am, extra services at Easter and Christmas and occasional weddings and funerals.  The church has a Hammond B3 organ,
    Please send resume to:
    Bert Hooftman
    St. Alban's Church
    19 Talbot Rd
    Delhi ON N4B 1Z7
    or email:  hoof@execulink.com

  • St. John’s, Port Rowan is looking for an Organist (Part Time Employment Opportunity). Organist for Local Anglican Services - Our group enjoys singing a variety of styles of music. Organ is manual digital with full pedal. Send resume to enriquemartinez@diohuron.org
    Any questions: 519-586-3401