God of Abraham andSarah, and all the patriarchs and matriarchs of old, you are our God too. Your love is revealed to us in Jesus Christ, Son of God and Son of David. Help us in preparing to celebrate his birth, to make our hearts ready for your Holy Spirit and to make his home among us.  Grant us the grace to hope in you with unwavering trust.  As we begin this season of Advent, may our hearts be filled with the hope that comes from knowing your promises are true. We ask this through Jesus Christ, the light who is coming into the world.  Amen.

For some of the events in the diocese with different congregations click on the picture above.

If you have an event happening in your parish please let the office know at dioath@telusplanet.net or call 780-624-2767.

The congregation of St. John United Anglican will be participating in a Cookie Walk from 10:00 am - 1:00 pm on Friday, December 6, 2024 at the Manning Legion Hall.  Cookies are $10.00 per lb.  You can also order homemade soup and a bun for $7.00.  (Eat in or take out.)

So Christmas will be here soon! I am feeling like I would like to do some baking and raise some
money for the ACW. If you feel inclined also please let me know.
 
Starting this week those want to donate some baking can sign up or reply to this email, list what
you are offering for sale and the price you suggest (compare to retail)
Those willing to purchase items will be able to sign up to purchase the baking. Then the
purchasing list will be online via email. Contact Rose 780-219-7183 for updates for those who
don’t have email. Updates will be sent out as they come in.
 
As the lessons and Carols is on Dec 22 which is very close to Christmas so exchanges may
happen at the provider and purchaser agreeable date and time. So please arrange a date and time
that is agreeable to both you and the purchaser.  
 
PLEASE REPLY TO wgish@telusplanet.net or call me 780-219-7183  TO ADD YOUR BAKING!

For a list of the different services around the diocese during Advent and Christmas click on the button below.

The church in the mall, St. Helen's, Fairview held a Eucharist Service & Supper on Saturday, November 16, 2024 to celebrate their first 10 years in the mall and 150 years of the diocese.

The bishop presided at the Eucharist Service at St. James Cathedral in Peace River on November 17, 2024.

Not feeling well?  We have a solution.

Cold and flu season is upon us, and COVID persists in all its variations. Please remember that a minor infection for one person can be a major sickness for someone else, especially the more vulnerable members of our communities. If you are feeling unwell (ie. have a cough, runny nose, sore throat, chest congestion, fever...), let your parish (or us!) know, so we can pray for you.  And perhaps give yourself a break by staying home if you can — as we know, this also helps to prevent spreading germs to others. 

Worried about missing worship? Don't be! There are plenty of options for worshipping online with a parish community in the Diocese of Athabasca.  Click on the button below to find out more!

Advent begins Sunday December 1. Did you know that Wycliffe College invites the community to make room together for the Christ? Every Sunday morning during Advent we email a short reflection written by students, Alumni, faculty members and friends of the College. Do sign up if you haven't already. 

To sign up send an email to: patti.smyth@wycliffe.utoronto.ca

The Rt. Rev. John Watton, bishop of the Anglican Diocese of Central Newfoundland in collaboration with St. George's College in Jerusalem has prepared letters and devotions to be used during Advent this year.  

The Rt. Rev. David Greenwood, bishop of the Diocese of Athabasca gives his endorsement if parishes or diocesan members wish to use the attached in their advent devotions.

Click on the picture to get a copy of the letters and devotions.  

What’s happening in your parish?  We are happy to help spread the word.

We are happy to share news and pictures or help promote upcoming events (ie. youth gathering, parish fundraiser, worship service, community outreach, public lecture, etc.) in the Diocesan Weekly Email, our weekly e-newsletter to clergy, parishes and subscribers. Please click the link to the form below to tell us about your news and event . Upload a graphic or picture (horizontal / landscape orientation; 1500x784 px), and your event poster (if you have one). Submissions must be received by Tuesday at noon to guarantee their inclusion in the current week's newsletter. Have questions? Email Benita Greenwood, dioath@telusplanet.net or call 780-624-2767.

Click to find out what is going on in the national church.

Taste and See...

Anglican Renewal Ministries is dedicated to bringing the life and power of the Holy Spirit to all Christians.  ARM has been serving the Anglican Church of Canada for over 30 years.  In addition to workshops on the person and gifts of the Holy Spirit, we also offer a quarterly magazine called “Taste and See…” with articles to uplift and encourage you in your walk with Christ.   We hope this magazine will be a source of encouragement to all.  Sample articles and a free copy of the magazine are available on our website: 

https://www.armcanada.org/