Dua Lipa Asks Stephen how his Faith and his Comedy Overlap
/See the above video as mentioned today by Rev. Jacqui Durand.
*** UPDATE: In-person services held at 10:30 am at St Georges and Christ Church. ***
World Day of Prayer 2022 - Fri, March 4
/World Day of Prayer 2022
Friday, March 4
Please join us for World Day of Prayer, a prayer movement that invites us to enrich our faith experience with the experience of Christians from other countries and cultures, and to bring hope to women touched by injustice. This year, the service was written by the World Day of Prayer Committee of England, Wales and Northern Ireland.
To view the World Day of Prayer 2022 Service Video (55 minutes), use this link, and click on "World Day of Prayer 2022 Service Video."
Carol Tubman
The Anglican Diocese of Calgary
180, 1209 – 59th Avenue SE
Calgary, AB T2H 2P6
Direct Line: (587) 320-1343
QR Codes for Peace Hope and Comfort CD
/Hi my name is mark thomson
I am a Okotoks resident who Last year released my first Cd Called peace hope and comfort. It's gospel hymns that I enjoy playing on my keybord and i am sharing with the community simply becuase i feel that this is what god wants me to do and to bring some postive hope to a very dark world and if there are any People in or at your chruch that would apprecate a Qr code please let me know i am willing to drop it off leave it in there mailbox or leave A QR code on there Front step Please let e know if any of your chruch members would like one i feel in these times of uncerty i feel this is when we need Christ more and need to read his word and worship and i have found that playing christian music has touched me in a way no other music has and i am Greatful for everyone supporting this huge project i didn't know God was going to make this Project this big i feel it is not about the money going to Faims that matters i just care and wanted to help these people get through these hard times If anyone of those people would still like a copy they can email me at mltlifts@gmail.com The website to dontate is www.faims.org Donations are greatly apprecated
Us claints at Faims work really hard and we are proud of what we do we may have a disabilty but there still is a lot that we can do to make a diffrance
Please coute to be strong Please know that God has your back even when others don't get it Jesus cares for you and he wants you to know that he loves you and wants you to trust him with your life There are many times people ask me how do you stay postive so much it's becuase christ has done everything for me on the cross of calvry and i will never forget what he has done and cotues to do i know i could have died in that hospital in 1995 at foothils in calgary i ddn't becuase God was there for me and is still living in me to this very day I am So Greatful god has given me so much life and so much to be grateful for and i am willing to trust him and lean on him hope you and your chruch members are doing well and staying heathy please know that i will keep you all in my thoughts and prayers as you make choices that affect your whole parish
Gods blessings to you all
Mark Thomson
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See the article from Okotoks Today about Mark here
ACA Webinar Jan. 29: Navigating Pastoral Care & Assisted Suicide
/Dear Friends,
Our ACA webinar is coming up THIS SATURDAY, Jan. 29! It will be an excellent resource for those navigating pastoral care in the context of assisted suicide.
We have 3 terrific speakers lined up – Abp. Greg Kerr-Wilson, Dr. Julia Lee, and the Rev. Dr. Peter Armstrong.
The webinar will include a Q&A as we look at these questions in community, and in the power and wisdom of the Holy Spirit.
Register now at:
https://www.canadahelps.org/en/charities/anglican-communion-alliance-inc/events/maid_and_pastoral_care_webinar/?fbclid=IwAR1sCM1h30CrJA-BVXfbpyg6n-z5G2NSHMhwaFYpRZA1Jl_QjNcoIAwhaM0
Thank you for your faithful service to Christ, and for your support of ACA's work.
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Billy Graham Evangelistic Association of Canada: It’s Never Too Late to Start Regularly Reading Scripture
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It’s never too late to start regularly reading Scripture!
The Bible is filled with promises on how God can change your life when you study His Word—including giving you hope in the midst of any trial or challenge. “Whatever was written in former days was written for our instruction, that through endurance and through the encouragement of the Scriptures we might have hope” (Romans 15:4, ESV).
We have a simple plan that can help you spend time in God’s Word everyday.
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Five Anne Graham Lotz Bible Studies
"Life is not easy! ... Don't be afraid. Stay focused on the Lord Who is your stronghold." – Anne Graham Lotz
Whether you’re in a season of waiting, having a hard time trusting God, or just need peace in your life, let one of these Bible studies encourage you along the way.
Why bother making resolutions?
Biblical wisdom from Billy Graham
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Oyen's Christmas Pageant
/On behalf of our friends in the Oyen Ministerial, please find the link for the Christmas Pageant that they put together, based on the script "Do Not Be Afraid" using local talent ... Some don't attend church on a regular basis. The audio, video editor did a superb job!! Some of the musicians aren't even in Canada. Enjoy.
Carol Tubman
The Anglican Diocese of Calgary
Pastoral Care Training - Waiting List -
/Offering of Pastoral Care training for January 2022.
Do you have an interest, calling or are just curious about Pastoral Care? Maybe you want to be better equipped to support your church community, or friends or even your own family. We are all called to care and care deeply, as we are able, with one another.
This could be a “brush up” opportunity or time for skill refreshing.
There will be some reading and/or reflecting as preparation for each of the evenings. There might be learning through new information, sharing and skill development.
This course, which begins on Tuesday evenings January 18 – March 1, 2022, 6:30 pm – 8:45 pm, has currently reached its maximum capacity of 15 people, however a waiting list is being taken. If there is a great desire to add a second course, there is possibility. One way to determine that would be by creating interest on a waiting list. This can be done by contacting pastoralcare@calgary.anglican.ca
"For we do not have a high priest who is unable to sympathize with our weaknesses.."
Hebrews 4:15a
Taste and See Winter 2021
/Click here for the new Taste and See Newsletter.
Lessons & Carols Night Dec 19
/We hope you can join us in person at our regular service time of 10:30 on Sunday December 19 at Christ Church, Millarville. Please call the church office if you are going to attend.
An Evening of Prayer and Praise Dec 16
/We hope you can join us in person Thursday December 16 @ 7:00pm at Christ Church, Millarville.
Giving Tuesday!
/A request from Bishop John Stevens was sent out last week regarding prayers for the flooded communities of southern BC.
The rains continue to affect the lives and livelihoods of these communities.
On this Giving Tuesday, if you are able, please consider making a donation. As Anglicans, we endorse the PWRDF for directing donations to relief efforts. Why? PWRDF mobilizes quickly, and asks the affected people what they need, rather than deciding what they need. Charity-wise, they are also responsible with their money.
Here is the link for the PWRDF: https://pwrdf.org/pwrdf-accepting-donations-for-b-c/
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From the PWRDF website:
The Primate’s World Relief and Development Fund is now accepting donations towards an emergency response in British Columbia. The news of the destructive floods, especially after a particularly devastating fire season in the province, are moving Anglicans to reach out to offer support.
Since the floods began last week, PWRDF’s Humanitarian Relief Coordinator Naba Gurung has been monitoring the situation. Executive Director Will Postma has been in contact with the Primate, Archbishop Linda Nicholls, who herself has reached out to the bishops in the Diocese of New Westminster and Kootenay, and leadership in the Territory of the People.
As with most in-Canada emergencies, the need for funds will grow in the weeks and months ahead as the flood waters recede and people begin the work of rebuilding, restoring and healing. “We know from past experience working in the region that the needs are great long after the urgent crisis is over,” says Gurung. PWRDF will continue conversations with the Dioceses and Territory as to how funds will be best used.
Please consider a donation to this worthy cause.
Blessings!
Celebrating Advent At Home
/Please see the link below for a guide and prayers for celebrating Advent at Home:
Disaster Relief Units Headed to B.C.
/Two Samaritan’s Purse Disaster Relief Units have left Calgary bound for flood-ravaged regions of B.C.. The first of these specialized tractor trailers arrived in Abbotsford on Thursday. The second departed for Merritt this morning.
Each relief unit is loaded with flood recovery gear to equip volunteer teams as they prepare to help hundreds of families clean out their flooded homes. Your support continues to be vital.
“Our hearts go out to the people of these communities; many of them are coming home to find their possessions and basements soaked with muddy water,” said Brent Davis, Samaritan’s Purse’s director of Canadian ministry projects.
“The need is great, especially with more bad weather predicted for the near future. That’s why we’re going to Abbotsford and Merritt, to help in Jesus’ Name.”
Many volunteers are urgently needed. If you, your church, or someone you know has the capacity to serve in B.C., visit SamaritansPurse.ca/Volunteer to learn how you can join our teams.
Thank you for your generous partnership that is making this response possible. Please keep praying for families across southern British Columbia and our staff and volunteers serving on the ground.
Bear one another’s burdens, and so fulfill the law of Christ.
Galatians 6:2
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