December 2024 Archives - Anglican Journal

Taking the time to contemplate God’s invitation

Archbishop Anne Germond — Thu, 28 Nov 2024 15:40:51 +0000

The image I’ve chosen for this year’s Christmas cards is the picture of the Zimbabwean Madonna and Child carving that stands proudly on the windowsill in my study. Looking at it causes me to imagine Mary treasuring in her heart all the things that have been said to her about her child by those first […]

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Indigenous church funding panel awaits new chair

Sean Frankling — Thu, 28 Nov 2024 15:40:36 +0000

Church leaders are seeking a new chair for the Jubilee Commission, a group of Indigenous Anglicans tasked with examining possibilities for funding the Indigenous Anglican church. The commission’s previous chair, Judith Moses, stepped down in April. Speaking to the Journal in September, Moses cited her age, diminished energy levels and the difficulty of doing the commission’s work with limited resources.

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Primate’s commission calls church to dismantle racism, boost diversity at meetings

Sean Frankling — Thu, 28 Nov 2024 15:40:02 +0000

But problem more diocesan than national, bishop says It might be time for the church to hold weekend-only meetings and provide onsite child care even if it costs more, suggests the chair of a primatial commission. Inequality of representation in the church is one of the issues identified by the commission, Reimagining the Church: Proclaiming […]

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Memory, sacred time and the blessing of giving

Tali Folkins — Thu, 28 Nov 2024 14:25:15 +0000

In 2017, a team of scientists working at the University of Zurich’s Neuroscience Centre doled out 25 Swiss francs to 50 test subjects over four weeks. Half were told to spend the money on themselves; the other half were told to buy things for other people. At the end of the four weeks, the happiness […]

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‘May you take each step … as if in freshly fallen snow’

Archbishop Chris Harper — Thu, 28 Nov 2024 14:05:51 +0000

FEATHER (Prayer): Almighty One, Creator, we the children of your creation pause and slow down in the snowy season, wherein even the light of day awakens to rise late and lies down early; we pause, as does all creation, to rest, renew and reflect on your beauty around us and to give thanks for the […]

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Residential-school records of missing children remain scattered

Matthew Puddister — Tue, 05 Nov 2024 20:54:11 +0000

Indigenous communities take lead in seeking documents Content note: This article includes information about residential school experiences and violence against children. The National Residential School Crisis Line provides support for former Indian Residential School students and their families, offering 24-hour emotional and crisis referral services at 1‑866‑925‑4419. Additionally, the Hope for Wellness Line offers immediate, […]

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Rupert’s Land asks for prayers after bishop diagnosed with terminal cancer

Sean Frankling — Fri, 25 Oct 2024 19:23:56 +0000

Bishop of the diocese of Rupert’s Land Geoffrey Woodcroft has been admitted to hospital with a diagnosis of cancer shortly after announcing his intention to retire in June 2025. The diocese’s executive archdeacon Simon Blaikie told the Anglican Journal Woodcroft made the announcement on the final day of the diocesan synod, Oct. 19, then felt unwell and was in the hospital within 12 hours. He was diagnosed with cancer, said Blaikie, and has gone on sick leave, expecting to transition directly into long-term disability leave. Blaikie confirmed a Facebook post that the cancer had been diagnosed as terminal. The diocese is asking for prayers and held a mass for his healing and comfort Oct. 23.

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PWRDF to change name to Alongside Hope

Sean Frankling — Fri, 18 Oct 2024 19:36:35 +0000

Members of the board of the Anglican Church of Canada’s global charity arm, until now known as the Primate’s World Relief and Development Fund (PWRDF), have voted to rename it Alongside Hope.

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