December 2022
Archbishop Lynne’s Charge To Special Synod 2022
The Theme for our first Special Synod, our first since moving to an annual Synod, is continued from Synod 2021 “Behold, I am doing a …
What Are We Waiting For?
“What are we waiting for?” That’s the question with which my friend, the Rev. Andrew Wilhelm-Boyles began his last advent sermon at St. Brigid’s, a …
Fear, Façades, and the Courage to be Free
Prison Ministry “Do not be afraid; I am the first and the last, and the Living One. I was dead, and see, I am alive, …
Mindfullness & Indigenous Law
SERVANT’S HEART From the Desk of a Deacon “Our land gave us our language,” said Dr. Marianne Ignace, Secwepemc language and culture scholar at Simon …
Happy Advent, Happy New Year
Spiritual Development Happy New Year! How many “New Years” have you acknowledged in the last 12 months? Did your year start on January 1, according …
Three Advents
The season of Advent can be difficult to celebrate. All around us, the world is already celebrating Christmas. Carols play in an endless loop, and …
Ballourieh, Baklava and Brownies
The Sweet Fusion of Church and Community What brings people together more than a good meal? An even better dessert! Over the last few months, …
Order of Canada for Howard Soon
The Order of Canada is the highest honour to be awarded to a civilian. This award goes to select people who have made extraordinary contributions …
Readings December 4, 2022
Year A: Second Sunday of Advent Matthew 3:1-12 In those days John the Baptist appeared in the wilderness of Judea, proclaiming, “Repent, for the kingdom …
Readings December 25, 2022
Year A: Christmas Day John 1:1-14 In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God. He was …
