View An up-to-date list of diocesan appointments and announcements.

Temporal Transactions

View an up-to-date list of property transactions within the diocese.

Open incumbencies

* Appointment process status:
     H - On hold
     P - In parish profile preparation
     E - Accepting expressions of interest
     I - In the interview process
     A - Awaiting appointment

Diocesan openings

The Nominating Committee currently invites nominations for the following positions:

Diocesan / Synod Nominating Committee Chair

• Investment sub-committee (one member)
• Human Resources Committee (two lay positions)

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RCL Lectionary (Year B)

Sunday, Nov. 1

Who are these like stars appearing these, before God's throne who stand? Each a golden crown is wearing; who are all this glorious band? Alleluia! Hark, they sing, praising loud their heavenly King. H. T. Schenk

All Saint's Day (PF) (White)
Propers 427 or FAS 329; Wisdom of Soloman 3:1-9; of Isaiah 25:6-9; Psalm 24; Revelation 21:1-6a; John 11:32-44; Preface of All Saints.

Cycles of Prayer
Ughelli — (Province of Bendel, Nigeria) The Rt. Rev. Vincent O. Muoghereh

Visit these links:
Anglican Cycle of Prayer
Provincial Prayer Care
Diocesan Intercessions

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Anglican Journal News: What do you think of Vatican's invitation to disaffected Anglicans?
The Vatican has announced plans that would make it easier for Anglicans unhappy with the ordination of women and openly gay bishops to convert to Catholicism. It would also allow married Anglican priests to retain their status after conversion.
What do you think about this development?
What does this mean for the Anglican Communion and for its relationship with the Roman Catholic Church?
The Anglican Journal invites you respond to these questions on Facebook.
Simply become a Fan of the Anglican Journal on Facebook in order to give your two bits’ worth.

Through the Eyes of a child
Share how a child in your life experiences Christmas in words (up to 200) and photos.
Send them to the Anglican Journal <letters at anglicanjournal.com> no later than Oct. 31.

ANGLICAN HOUSE
Church calendars in stock now
This year the Canadian Church Calendar features only Anglican churches

Christ Church in St. Stephen is featured for April.

The St. Peters calendar is also available.
Buy 1-9 copies of either calendar for $5.50 each, plus HST

Buy 10 or more copies for $4.25 each, plus HST.
Anglican House

116 Princess St.
Saint John E2L 1K4

Order by mail, phone 506-693-2295 or e-mail <angbk at nbnet.nb.ca>.

Campus chaplain's office
George Porter, the UNB (Fredericton)/STU Anglican chaplain, works out of The Campus Ministry Office, #2 Harrison House on the UNB campus. (Go out the north side of the UNB Student Union building and cross the parking lot.) George is on campus most Tuesdays from 9 a.m. on. Alternatively, he can be reached at 458-7009 (non-secure message service) or 459-1801 ext 4 (secure message service) or <george.porter at anglican.nb.ca>.

Advent workshop
Atlantic School of Theology (AST) and its Alumni Association present NO MINOR PROPHETS!, a cutting edge, ecumenical education workshop to help prepare for Advent, on Nov. 19 & 20 at Church of St. Andrew and St. David, 164 Germain St., Saint John.

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Oct. 28, 10:30 a.m. Nominating Committee, Synod Office board room.

Oct. 28, 2 p.m. Travel task force meeting, Synod Office board room.

Oct. 29, 10 a.m. Stewardship Team, Synod Office board room.

Oct. 29, 12:30 p.m. Council Spiritual Development, Synod Office board room.

Oct. 29, 6 p.m. Faith Forward, Round 4: The Holy Spirit in the Church, St. Mary's, York, Fredericton North. This week Dean Keith Joyce teaches about the Holy Spirit. A weekly (Thursday) study session until Nov. 26. Each evening begins with a light supper followed by teaching and discussion and ends with Compline, guaranteed to finish by 8 p.m. St. Mary's is at 780 McEvoy St. -- turn off MacLaren Ave beside the hole in the ground where the Devon fire hall used to be.

Oct. 29, 7 p.m. Our Anglican Identity in the Diocese of Fredericton presentation by Archdeacon Geoffrey Hall at St. John's, Parish of Richmond.

Oct. 30, 7 p.m.  Monthly coffee house at St. Ansgar's Church basement, Parish of Denmark. Free-will offering will be collected. Everyone welcome.

Oct. 31, 9 & 10 a.m. All Saints' Old Fashioned Country Breakfast and Bazaar in the Medley Room at 150 Crock's Point Road, Keswick Ridge, outside Fredericton. Two sittings (9 & 10 a.m.), $6 each for adults, $4 each for under 12, or $20 for a family. Reservations: Lois Poore, 363-4229 or Eugene Price, 363-4463. Craft and baked goods tables too.

Nov. 2, 2 p.m. Council Youth Team, Synod Office board room.

Nov. 2, 4 p.m. Companioned Spiritual Formation, Synod Office board room.

Nov. 2, 7 p.m. Learning to delight in differences, at Cathedral Memorial Hall, Church Street, Fredericton. This illustrated talk by Dr. Greg Finley of the Cathedral congregation describes a fascinating and faith-building cross-cultural experience in the Philippines, Malaysia and Thailand. Dr. Finley is dean of arts at St. Stephen's University and recently spent eight weeks in these predominantly Roman Catholic, Muslim and Buddhist countries with 28 students and other university faculty.

Nov. 3, 1:45 p.m. Council Administration Team, Synod Office board room.

Nov. 3, 4:30 p.m. Finance Committee, Synod Office board room.

Nov. 3, 7 p.m. Saint John Greater Chapter, Stone Church, Saint John.

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50th Anniversary Update
The winner of the PWRDF hymn contest is Hope Metszies for "A Vision Fulfilled" sung to ARFON-Major

Voices of Hope Pew Bulletin Story

Burundi

There is a plaque that acknowledges the contributions made by Canadian Anglicans in the women’s department of the Conseil National des Eglises du Burundi in Bujumbura, where PWRDF has been funding projects focusing on women living with AIDS and youth since 2001. The thriving centre that provides free HIV/AIDS testing is located in a previously abandoned house. Perpetue Kankindi, the project director, tells us that the government now covers the salary of the centre’s staff, having recognized the value the centre offers to the community. “We thank the Anglican Church of Canada for planting the seeds,” of the program, says Kankindi. Run jointly by the National Council of Churches in Burundi, the centre is expanding its operations to include a full-time clinic with a medical doctor, nurse, daycare and pharmacy. HIV/AIDS programs are crucial in Burundi, where the rate of infection has been growing steadily, especially in rural areas. UN statistics in 2007 revealed that 110,000 of Burundi’s 8.9 million citizens are living with HIV/AIDS; of this, 53,000 are women aged 15 and above and 15,000 are children. PWRDF has supported the work of the diocesan development office in the Anglican Diocese of Bujumbura since 1992.

More PWRDF links:

PWRDF New Brunswick Blog
justgeneration.ca.

Diocesan PWRDF

PWRDF National

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Nov. 4, 7:15 In the dust of the Rabbi – Becoming a Disciple, a five-week study at Christ Church (Parish) Church. The evening begins with Holy Communion in the church each Wednesday at 7:15. Study follows in the hall. Series continues until Dec. 2.

Nov. 5, 6 p.m.  Faith Forward, Round 4: The Holy Spirit in the Church, St. Mary's, York, Fredericton North. This week the Rev. Anthony Kwaw talks about life in the spirit. A weekly (Thursday) study session until Nov. 26. Each evening begins with a light supper followed by teaching and discussion and ends with Compline, guaranteed to finish by 8 p.m. St. Mary's is at 780 McEvoy St. -- turn off MacLaren Ave beside the hole in the ground where the Devon fire hall used to be.

Nov. 6, 10 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Parish of Prince William St. John's and Saint Luke's ACW annual Christmas coffee party and bazaar at St. John's Church, McNair Drive in Nackawic. The nave of the church will be decorated in A Holly and Ivy Christmas on the Bend theme. Home baking, preserves, hand crafts and "white elephants" for sale. Muffins, biscuits, jams, jellies and coffee cakes served at the coffee party.

Nov. 7, 11 a.m. St.Peter's ACW Christmas Bazaar and Chicken Casserole Luncheon at St. Peter's Hall, 2385 Woodstock Rd., Fredericton. Bazaar features crafts, sewing, knitting, baking, preserves and candy. Luncheon is $8, tickets at the door.

Nov. 7, 4-6 p.m.  St. Jude's Famous Fall Roast Beef Supper, at St. Jude's Church, Lancaster Street, Saint John West. Tender slices of roast beef done to perfection, potatoes, coleslaw, side veggie, dessert, plus a beverage, all for just $10 for adults, $5 for children under 12. Got a large family? Third, fourth, even fifth children eat free! Take-out begins at 4:30.

Nov. 7, 4-6 p.m.  Roast beef dinner, All Saints Anglican Church, Loch Lomond (218 Route 820, Upper Loch Lomond).
Adults $9, seniors $8.50, children 10 & under, $4. Take-outs and bake table available.

Nov. 7, 4:30-6   Fundraising dinner for double lung transplant patient 11-year-old Braden Gendron, sponsored by the Guild of St. Joseph, St. Paul's Church, Hampton. On the menu are ham, potato scallop, baked beans and apple crumble. Tickets $10 for adults, $6 for children, $26 for families. Take-out meals arranged in advance, call 832-3375.

Nov. 7, 6 - 10 p.m. Fall roast beef dinner and auction at the Church of the Resurrection (Parish of the Nerepis & St. John), Grand Bay. Door prizes, entertainment, friends and community plus the first glass dinner and great auction items. Advance tickets (required) $30 with partial income tax receipt. Call 738-3474 to order yours.

Nov. 7, 7:30 p.m. Steve Bell presents an evening of story & song at Middle Sackville Baptist Church, 14 Church St., Sackville, NB. This multi-Juno Award winner, songwriter and musician is amazing, versitile, part of the St Benedict's Table in Winnipeg and a powerful voice for justice on our world. Check out his website and get free music downloads.

Nov. 12, 6 p.m. Faith Forward, Round 4: The Holy Spirit in the Church, St. Mary's, York, Fredericton North. This week the Rev. Dr. Ross Hebb talks about baptism and confirmation. A weekly (Thursday) study session until Nov. 26. Each evening begins with a light supper followed by teaching and discussion and ends with Compline, guaranteed to finish by 8 p.m. St. Mary's is at 780 McEvoy St. -- turn off MacLaren Ave beside the hole in the ground where the Devon fire hall used to be.

Nov. 16, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. Natural Church Development seminar — Transformational Health and Growth with author Christian A. Schwartz. Highfield Baptist Church, Moncton.  REGISTRATION DEADLINE OCT. 30!

Nov. 19-20 Advent workshop at the Church of St. Andrew and St. David, 164 Germain St., Saint John. Sponsored by AST and its Alumni Association, NO MINOR PROPHETS! is a cutting edge, ecumenical education workshop to help prepare for Advent.

Nov. 19, 6 p.m. Faith Forward, Round 4: The Holy Spirit in the Church, St. Mary's, York, Fredericton North. This week the Rev. Gerry Laskey talks about the Eucharist and proclamation. A weekly (Thursday) study session until Nov. 26. Each evening begins with a light supper followed by teaching and discussion and ends with Compline, guaranteed to finish by 8 p.m. St. Mary's is at 780 McEvoy St. -- turn off MacLaren Ave beside the hole in the ground where the Devon fire hall used to be.

Nov. 19, 7-9 p.m.  Fredericton Greater Chapter meeting, Christ Church (Parish) Church, Westmorland & Charlotte Streets, Fredericton.

Nov. 25, 6 p.m. Archdeaconry of St. Andrews Greater Chapter meeting, at St. Anne's, Lepreau (Parish of Musquash). Meal begins at 6, meeting follows.

Nov. 28, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. Layreaders' Retreat Day at the Ducks' Unlimted Museum and Meeting House, 752 Union St. (Next to Carleton Park), Fredericton. A presentation and workshop on "The Beauty of Worship" will be presented by the Rev. Canon John Cathcart. All Layreaders in the Deaneries of Fredericton & York are cordially invited to attend. Details from <jc8 at nbnet.nb.ca>.

Nov. 26, 6 p.m. Faith Forward, Round 4: The Holy Spirit in the Church, St. Mary's, York, Fredericton North. This week is the final study and the Rev. Canon Jon Lownds talks about the sacraments of reconciliation and healing. The evening begins with a light supper followed by teaching and discussion and ends with Compline, guaranteed to finish by 8 p.m. St. Mary's is at 780 McEvoy St. -- turn off MacLaren Ave beside the hole in the ground where the Devon fire hall used to be.

April 20-22, 2010, Clergy Spouse's Conference, Villa Madonna in Rothesay. Please reserve these dates.

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The Diocese of Nova Scotia and Prince Edward Island seeks:
A rector for the Parish of New Germany, N.S.
and
A rector for the Parishes of Petite Riviere and New Dublin, N.S.
Deadline for applications is Nov. 6, 2009
The parish profiles and application forms are available from the Diocese of Nova Scotia and Prince Edward Island office through <bishopsoffice at ndpeidiocese.ca>accepting applications for position of assistant director until Feb. 1. Contact Mary Lee Phillips <mlphilip at mccain.ca>.

Job listings for the Canadian church.

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Chilean pastor new head of Lutheran World Federation
by Stephen Brown
Ecumenical News International
Oct. 27, 2009The Lutheran World Federation has elected a 48-year-old Chilean pastor, Rev. Martin Junge, as general secretary of the global church grouping that gathers more than 68 million Protestant Christians.  Read the story.

Anglican Society of Catholic Priests Responds to Vatican Decision
Anglican Journal
Oct. 27, 2009

New Haven, CT Today a group of Anglican clergy responded to the Vatican's recent decision to open the way for disaffected Anglicans to enter into full communion with the Roman Catholic Church. Robert Hendrickson, the Director of Communications for the Society, released a statement acknowledging that for those Anglicans who disagree with recent developments within Anglicanism, “such a move may make some sense.” He went on to point out that for many in the catholic tradition of Christianity, “such changes are a natural extension of our understanding of the evolution of Tradition in the life of the Church.” Read the story.

The University of Toronto and Residential Schools: Coming to Truth, Seeking Reconciliation
Anglican Journal
Oct. 26, 2009

A multi dimensional panel discussion about the role of education in aboriginal oppression featuring some of the University of Toronto’s greatest minds and highlighting the ground breaking work of a recent graduate was held Monday, Oct. 26, at the Hart House's Debates Room. Monica Dyer, an MA student in history presented her provocative paper: The University of Toronto and Residential Schools- A Silent Partner.  Read the story.

Statement from the Primate of the Anglican Church of Canada
Anglican Journal
Oct. 22, 2009

The following link goes to a statement from Archbishop Fred Hiltz, Primate of the Anglican Church of Canada, in response to the Vatican's announcement of an Apostolic Constitution on Oct. 20. Read the statement.

Religious leaders meeting in Israel find they face similar challenges
by Judith Sudilovsky
Ecumenical News International
Oct. 22, 2009

Jerusalem: Leaders from different faiths who met recently in Israel see such gatherings as important for people who might fear to meet in their daily lives, but can share their experiences in an enclave of trust, says one of the organizers. Rabbi Alon Goshen-Gottstein, director of the Jerusalem-based Elijah Interfaith Institute said that religious people worldwide face similar challenges and expectations, so sharing a broad universal approach could be beneficial to their work. He was speaking at the conclusion of a five-day conference in the northern Israeli port city of Haifa. Read the story.

New Vatican announcement takes many Anglicans by surprise
by Martin Revis
Ecumenical News International
Oct. 21, 2009

Predictions that 50 bishops as well as thousands of clergy and laity might leave the worldwide Anglican Communion for the Roman Catholic Church have followed a Vatican announcement of new procedures for admitting discontented Anglicans. The Vatican announced on Oct.20 that Pope Benedict XVI is to set up a structure to "allow former Anglicans to enter full communion with the Catholic Church, while preserving elements of the distinctive Anglican spiritual and liturgical patrimony."  Read the story.

Department of Philanthropy celebrates productive first year
by Ali Symons

Anglican Church of Canada
Oct. 21, 2009

In the single year since his appointment as executive director of philanthropy, Dr. Holland Hendrix has criss-crossed Canada, met many Anglicans, and laid a solid groundwork for new fundraising initiatives at parish, diocesan, and national levels. Also hard at work are a team of seven staff in the Department of Philanthropy, who are supporting the long-term plan to achieve sustained financial equilibrium for the whole church.  Read the story.

Joint Statement by the Archbishop of Westminster and the Archbishop of Canterbury
Anglican Communion News Service
Oct. 20, 2009

Today's announcement of the Apostolic Constitution is a response by Pope Benedict XVI to a number of requests over the past few years to the Holy See from groups of Anglicans who wish to enter into full visible communion with the Roman Catholic Church, and are willing to declare that they share a common Catholic faith and accept the Petrine ministry as willed by Christ for his Church.  Read the story.

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Rapping and youth ministry: doin’ it for da kids

C.L.A.Y. 2010 – The Book is OUT!!

Green Day – 21st Century Breakdown

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Exodus 35:21

"And they came, everyone whose heart was stirred, and everyone whose spirit was willing, and brought the Lord’s offering..."

Quotes supplied by the Ven. John M. Robertson, National Gift Planning Officer, Department of Philanthropy Anglican Church of Canada.

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Mother: What do you want to be for Hallowen this year Tommy?

Tommy: I want to be God.

Mother: God!? Whatever gave you that idea?

Tommy: Well, I like God, and maybe all the people will give me one-tenth of their candy.

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