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The flag of the Anglican Communion. Photo: ACNS

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Task group appointed to ‘maintain conversation’ among Anglican primates

Gavin Drake/ACNS May 10, 2016

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Papa and Leah

Fred Hiltz May 10, 2016

Anglican Consultative Council members who attended the council’s 16th meeting April 8-19 pose on the steps of the Cathedral of the Holy Cross in Lusaka, Zambia: Photo: Mary Frances Schjonberg/Episcopal News Service

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Group of ACC members, secretary general dispute meaning of resolution

Mary Frances Schjonberg, Episcopal News Service May 10, 2016

"My hope had been that deacons themselves will feel supported and affirmed and know that they are not alone," says The Rev. Eileen Scully when asked how she hopes the Iona Report will be received. Photo: Anglican Journal files

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General Synod to receive report on diaconate

André Forget May 9, 2016

Across Canada, parishes are obliged to train those working with the vulnerable: seniors, shut-ins, children. Photo: Contributed

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Making church safer for all

Diana Swift May 9, 2016

Members of the New Westminster Anglican Church Women (ACW) load northern bales for needy parishes in the Yukon. Clockwise from front-left are: Mary McIntyre, Vera Morgan, Susan Cummings, Lorraine Pentecost, Ann Adair-Austin, Audrey Hunter, Lesley Goodbrand and Marjorie Henry. Photo: Sheila Puls

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ACW support for the North a long tradition

Tali Folkins May 6, 2016

St. George’s Cathedral in Jerusalem is the mother church of the Episcopal Diocese of Jerusalem, which covers Lebanon, Syria, Jordan, Palestine and Israel. Photo: Andrea Mann

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Canadian Anglicans to observe Jerusalem Sunday May 8

Anglican Journal Staff May 6, 2016

In five countries and in parts of two others, homosexuality is punishable by death – including death by stoning. Photo: Valentina Razumova/Shutterstock

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Putting an end to the dark ages

ajadmin May 6, 2016

The Rev. John Watton, pictured here with his wife, Karen, after his election to the role of bishop of the diocese of Central Newfoundland April 30. Photo: Terry J. Saunders

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John Watton elected bishop of Central Newfoundland

Tali Folkins May 5, 2016

The Rev. Randy Murray at the downtown Toronto park where he practised “guerilla ministry” for three and a half months. Among those he met were a homeless prostitute and a teen haunted by his past.

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Where the church has no name

Tali Folkins May 5, 2016

Many people in and around Fort McMurray have posted pictures on social media that capture the wildfires that forced 80,000 residents to evacuate. Photo: Instagram/stewartstrength

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Anglicans reach out to victims of Fort McMurray wildfire

Tali Folkins May 4, 2016

Lisa Sharon Harper (C) talks about race and religion in America with Leah Gunning Francis (R) and the Rev. Jerry van Marter (L). Photo: André Forget

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Church media in unique position to confront racism, says panel

André Forget May 4, 2016

More than 10 million people in Ethiopia are now threatened by famine, according to the UN. Photo: LWF/ACT Alliance

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PWRDF announces aid for Ethiopia, Ecuador

Tali Folkins May 3, 2016

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And a little child shall lead them

Henriette Thompson May 3, 2016

Anglicans march in the walk for reconciliation that launched the Truth and Reconciliation Commission's final event in Ottawa on May 31, 2015. Photo: Anglican Journal

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Anglican dioceses, parishes engage TRC Calls to Action

Tali Folkins May 2, 2016

The Anglican Journal won 16 Canadian Church Press Awards of Merit at an event in Toronto, Friday, April 29, including general excellence in the national newspaper category for its October, November and December issues. Image: Saskia Rowley

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Anglican Journal wins 16 Canadian Church Press awards

Tali Folkins May 2, 2016

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Like a living tree’

Fred Hiltz April 29, 2016

Archbishop Fred Hiltz (middle), primate of the Anglican Church of Canada and president of the PWRDF board, and Adele Finney (right), PWRDF executive director, welcome William Postma. Photo: Simon Chambers

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PWRDF appoints development veteran as new director

Anglican Journal Staff April 28, 2016

(L-R) Suzanne Lawson, Bishop Jane Alexander, Archbishop Justin Welby and Archdeacon Michael Thompson at the Anglican Consultative Council meeting in Lusaka, Zambia. Photo: Anglican Communion Archives

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ACC meeting emphasized common goals, delegates say

André Forget April 28, 2016

Leith Box, Marg Cruckshank (parish of Gagetown) and Barb Dykeman (parish of Cambridge & Waterborough) at the rag doll workshop where participants learn all about human trafficking, a form of modern day slavery. Photo: Gina Quann

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The doll with no face

Gisele McKnight April 27, 2016

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