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Immanuel Gala and silent auction raise thousands for parish and refugees

By Joanne Shurvin-Martin

Honouring Queen Elizabeth II Deacon Canon Michael Jackson, Bishop Helen Kennedy and Dean Mike Sinclair at the commendation that concluded the memorial service for Queen Elizabeth II at St. Paul's Cathedral. For the story, see page 9. For a story about memories of the Queen — who was a Second World War veteran — from Anglicans in Saskatchewan, see page 10.

Photo courtesy Government of Saskatchewan

REGINA — After over two years of COVID-19 restrictions, more than 100 people were drawn to Immanuel Anglican Church, attracted by thoughts of a sit-down roast beef dinner catered by Charlotte’s, combined with a silent auction.

Both the church hall and the auction areas were elegantly decorated, bringing a “wow factor” to the Gala held Sept. 17.

With Michael Curley as master of ceremonies, people were entertained by the Mandemonium Ensemble and learned about the parish’s plans to bring a refugee family to the city.

Simultaneously, the online silent auction raised $2,356 for the refugee ministry. The Gala dinner raised more than $1,400 for the parish, with 10 per cent dedicated toward outreach.

For the past year, the Immanuel Refugee Sponsorship Committee has been raising funds to bring Muhammad AlKhatib, his wife, Haneen, and their three-year-old daughter, Celine, to Canada.

Muhammad was born in Syria, and left the country during the war.

In Lebanon, he worked hard and had a good job as an accountant. He met Haneen, and converted to her faith of Christianity.

Their life changed suddenly when, in 2019, the Lebanese government brought in laws that prevented Syrian refugees from working in the country.

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Haneen, who has worked as an educator in the field of women’s hair and beauty salons, has been able to work occasionally, but their life is very difficult. It is not possible for Muhammad to return to Syria, because he and his family would face religious persecution.

Ralph Paragg, a member of Immanuel congregation, has been involved with refugee sponsorship in the diocese for three decades.

Following the roast beef dinner, he described the process to sponsor immigrants, and told the audience how this particular situation is somewhat different to the 86 individuals sponsored by parishes in the diocese in 2021.

Usually there is a family connection to someone already in Canada, but the Al-Khatibs do not have relatives here.

However, Paragg resourcefully contacted a woman he knew who had come from Lebanon years ago, and now operates a pizza restaurant in Wolseley, to see if she might take on the role of cosponsor, as she had helped some Syrians in previous years to come to Canada.

At the time he contacted her, she was visiting family in Lebanon, and even though she advised she was not in a position to take the lead as co-sponsor, she offered to visit the AlKhatibs, as they were living close to her family’s home town in the Beka Valley.

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DIOCESE OF SASKATCHEWAN

Bishop Michael Hawkins announces intention to retire in 2023 g Bishop Michael Hawkins announced at the September executive meeting that he will be resigning in the spring of 2023.

He officially announced it at diocesan synod on Oct. 14-15. The Saskatchewan Anglican

will have coverage of that synod in December's issue. g Condolences go to Rosanne Lyster and their family on the death of the Rev. Jim Lyster, who was the minister at St. Stephen’s, MacDowall and Emmanuel, St. Louis.

g Condolences go to Bishop Adam Halkett and his family on the death of his brother Wilson Halkett, who was living in Manitoba at the time of his death. g Condolences go to everyone affected by the tragedy in James Smith Cree Nation. g Congrats go to the Rev. Wilfred Sanderson on becoming archdeacon. g There is a youth ministry mailing list you can join

at https://mailchi.mp/ e8d520dd99cd/join-ourmailing-list. This will keep you up to date on all the youth happenings in the diocese. g On Nov. 6, St. George’s annual spaghetti supper from 4 to 6 p.m.

Adults are $15 and children are $10. g Congratulations to Deacons Michael Lyons, Brody Albers and Teddy Williams, who will be ordained into the priesthood on Nov. 30 at St. Alban’s Cathedral at 7 p.m.

God's Spirit joins with ours to affirm that we are His What is the role of the Holy Spirit in forgiveness and joy?

By Rev. Dell Bornowsky

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t seems the Holy Spirit has several roles in forgiveness and joy.

One is facilitating the very atoning work by which God offers us forgiveness in the first place.

This atonement is described as historic actions on the part of God that are more than simply deciding by some sort of fiat or whim to forgive.

Apparently the Spirit is involved in this divine work of reconciliation, including Jesus’ cross and resurrection, which now becomes our responsibility to proclaim in the power of that same Spirit (2 Cor. 5:19; Heb. 9:14; Rom 1:4).

Christian theology tends to understand that our forgiveness flows from the work of Jesus Christ.

In his life, death, and resurrection Jesus does something for us that we could not do for ourselves.

Our Trinitarian God seems to have much more going on than just providing Jesus as a model of “being united with God” that we might emulate.

The Spirit also works to motivate us to hope for and receive that offer of forgiveness, and then makes our adoption into God’s family real in our ongoing experience (Eph. 1:13-14; Gal 4:6). Perhaps one role of the Spirit that is

Photo courtesy Jemastock/freeimages.com sometimes missed is in our psychological preparation to experience forgiveness.

Scripture suggests that the Spirit works with our conscience to convict us of sin. Popular psychology has tended to assign our experience of guilt to a complex or neurosis from which we may need therapy to recover.

But once we realize real reconciliation is possible, we can see that guilt functions instead to motivate us to seek forgiveness, and then contributes to the joy we experience when we get it (2 Cor. 7:10; 1 Pet. 1:8 ).

Jesus taught that our ability to experience and express love for God may be directly related to recognizing the extent of our own forgiveness (Luke 7:40-50).

This relationship

between joy and forgiveness is understandable. The joy produced by the Spirit related to our forgiveness is more than either just a sense of recovery from past failures or a looking forward to future bliss.

This kind of joy apparently allows us to rejoice even in the midst of sufferings (Rom. 5:1-5).

I think it is also the Spirit’s work to help us to forgive one another. In John’s gospel when Jesus exhorted His followers to receive the Holy Spirit He immediately followed it with instructions about the practice of forgiveness.

It may be that until we experience forgiving others we are not experiencing ourselves the full Spirit-filled joy of being forgiven by God (Matt. 18).

Sometimes people say they have more trouble forgiving themselves than forgiving others.

Why would we allow guilt feelings to linger in the face of God’s offer of forgiveness and joyful reconciliation?

Perhaps because in our pride we would rather achieve righteousness on our own so we don’t need to be forgiven? Perhaps admitting our sin causes shame and self pity that ironically motivates us to hold onto our guilt, when simply taking God’s promise by faith would set us free.

We are accustomed to the language of being forgiven for our “debts” or our “trespasses.” But the Holy Spirit enables in us a heartfelt recognition that is much more than a technical transaction or legal procedure.

So the Holy Spirit supplements this businesssounding terminology with metaphors of intimate family affection. “…(Y)ou received God’s Spirit when he adopted you as his own children.

Now we call him, “Abba, Father.” For his Spirit joins with our spirit to affirm that we are God’s children” (Rom. 8:15-16). The kind of joy the Spirit facilitates in us is pictured in that of a toddler delighting to run and reach up exclaiming “Daddy, Daddy!”

May we go forth into the world rejoicing in the joy of this Spirit!

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The Bishop's Corner

Strengthening our gratitude muscle

By Bishop Helen Kennedy

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or our Lenten series this year, Rev. Canon Cheryl Toth, who was our Stewardship officer, took us through a book study. The book was, Growing a Generous Church: A Year in the Life of Peach Blossom Church

by Lori Guenther Reesor.

As a book it was quite an easy read and uses the fictional church of “Peach Blossom” as a backdrop to explore all kinds of attitudes towards stewardship, the use of our resources, and fund development strategies.

Through a series of stories and the timeline of a year, the book offers all sorts of inspiring ways to promote and nurture generosity in this parish.

It was not a demanding read and really only took a few hours to get through, but contained within were really helpful nuggets of wisdom.

As I write this we are heading towards Thanksgiving, and I was reminded of this study and the suggestions it made about how important

it is to give thanks for everything we have, for everything we receive and for everything we do together.

Maybe you have already had a Harvest Festival service in your church, but if you haven’t, maybe it’s time to say thank you to a farmer for the innumerable hours put into growing our food.

Or to give thanks for those who come and look after our buildings so well.

There are many wonderful ways we can show our appreciation for work done, gifts given and funds

donated.

A note from the study says, “The apostle Paul reminds us to be thankful, ‘in all circumstances.’”

Not for all circumstances but in all circumstances. There’s a difference.” I’m sure that we all have had circumstances in our lives that we may not be particularly thankful for.

However, there is always something in whichever situation we find ourselves for which to be thankful.

If we take the time to stop and either write about or reflect on the moments we are grateful for, it forces us to notice them — like the moment when at the end of a difficult day, my little Border Terriers are curled up on my lap, or the mornings when I get a cup of tea brought to me in bed.

Even in the long winters when it gets really cold, I’m thankful for the beauty of the sparkling air.

Gratitude does not come as easy, it’s not instinctive, but it can become so. It’s a bit like any muscle, you have to use it to make it stronger.

A gratitude "muscle"

can be strengthened, and the more you use it the easier it is to recognize the good in our lives and be grateful. The Science of Happiness shows that writing down what you are grateful for can improve your resilience and your mental health.

I have found that a gratitude practice has actually gotten me through more tragedies than I can count. It’s also contagious.

Gratitude is considered an emotion and research shows that emotions are contagious. Spread gratitude and you will help evoke positive emotions in others.

Years ago I did an experiment “to find God,” in nature and in the city.

For a time I went out into nature and it was easy to find God. It was fall, so the starlings we giving a beautiful air display as they prepared themselves to migrate; the colours were amazing as the trees gave up their leaves ready to hibernate for the winter.

The beauty and strength of God in creation was very evident.

Then I went to the heart of the city, to the downtown mall; I wanted to see where I could see God there. As I wandered through the mall, firstly I looked at people and noticed them.

I opened doors for people, and smiled at mothers and kids in strollers, again it was easy to see God. The unexpected gift of that experiment was how it changed me, my heart softened and changed as I found God in all of these places.

I found myself being grateful for being alive and surrounded by all of God’s creation and finding God in the faces of those mall shoppers.

So, if you feel inclined, go on the hunt! God is out there, and we have much to be grateful for.

Every breath we take is a gift, every person we love or who loves us is a treasure. Taking stock of those delights will change you, it will make you more generous, kinder and aware of God’s presence.

Now, who doesn’t need more of that in their lives?

I know I do!

PURSUING THE GREAT COMMISSION

Re-imaging children in worship

By Judy Paulsen The Institute of Evangelism, Wycliffe College

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he cost of COVID-19 has been horrifying. So many lives have been lost or forever altered. Businesses and charitable organizations alike have been hit hard, and churches are no exception.

But I wonder if the pandemic has also offered at least one gift to the Church: an unveiling, not of a brilliant new strategy to come, but of the reality that was.

Since the closing of our buildings, many churches have experienced serious financial strain. Some will have a hard time recovering. What does this say about the Church as the People of God?

Haven’t we always told people “The church is not the building”? And yet, it appears it was more about the building than we thought.

And what does this crisis say about our structures and our goals? Were they helping us make disciples who make disciples?

In many cases, it seems they were not. Perhaps during this time, when “what is normal” has changed overnight, we can begin to dream some new (and ancient) dreams for the Church.

Let’s think about this in terms of children and worship, for instance. In many churches, kids are largely absent from the main worship service.

This is no doubt due to the twin desires to teach them at a level appropriate for their various ages, and

allow the adults to worship in peace.

But at what cost did we embrace this model of age-specific segregation in worship?

Sunday Schools were at their heyday in the 50s and early 60s, but many of those kids are the very adults who are now absent from the community of faith. In short, the Sunday School model did not serve the Church very well.

We discovered that children who are rarely in worship don’t suddenly flock to it once they ‘graduate’ from specialized kids’ programs. Perhaps what we’ve really been teaching them all these years is that worship is for someone else.

But back to our original question. How might we dream something different for children when it comes

to worship? There are many creative ideas out there. But here are three things I think the Church can do better.

Make space for them in the main worship space Make space for babies.

Yes, in the primary worship space. Ask some of the young parents what would be most helpful.

Any of the following might be on their list: a sectioned-off area where people will be less likely to (a) be bothered by the noise or (b) want to hold the baby; some comfortable chairs in which parents can feed their babies; a change table nearby; a glassed-in room to take a fussy baby to while still feeling part of the worship service.

They’ll let you know.

Make space for toddlers.

Yes, in the primary worship space. Create some enclosed areas that will allow parents to be with their toddlers in worship but also allow toddlers to move around a bit.

Include some quiet toys and toddler-size chairs and tables. Carpeting this area will reduce noise for those around them. Soon children will learn that this space is for quiet activities, all the while exposing them to the rhythms of worship.

Make space for early readers and young schoolaged kids. Have some tables to one side equipped with simple bible story books and colouring supplies.

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New book connects Anglicans to rich prayer tradition Submitted

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uring the pandemic, people lost the ability to pray together in church.

Yet at the same time, people were also turning to prayer to cope with their anxiety, fear and grief.

Like clergy everywhere, the Rev. Robert J. Mitchell had to figure out a way to minister to his parish of St. Olave’s, Swansea, Ont., and provide opportunities for online worship.

Not immune to feelings of loss and helplessness during COVID-19, Mitchell came to depend on the prayers of the Canadian Book of Common Prayer in a new way, as he navigated through this challenging time.

Aware of the depth and breadth of the prayers found within that book, but knowing that so many of them were rarely used because they were not easy to find, Mitchell set to work categorizing more than 500 prayers from the BCP, the Book of

Anglican priest, Rev. Robert Michell, has produced a book that brings together many different types of prayers, especially from the BCP. Photo contributed Occasional Offices and other sources.

He organized them according to when they

might be needed, seeking to make them more accessible.

“I wanted others to

discover the richness of the Anglican prayer tradition and to have easy access to the

beautiful prayers that have sustained the people of God for generations,” Mitchell said.

These Our Prayers is for clergy and laypeople alike. Whether you’re anxious about finding a job, recovering from an illness, mourning a loved one or preparing for a journey, there’s a prayer in this collection that has stood the test of time.

The book also includes tips for creating or customizing your own prayer and how to build your own at-home liturgy.

Born and raised in Saskatoon, Mitchell is a graduate of Wycliffe College, University of Toronto.

He was ordained a priest in 2002 and has served in several parishes in the Diocese of Toronto, currently as the sixth rector of St. Olave’s, Swansea.

These Our Prayers can be ordered from Lulu Publishing for $22.99 plus taxes and shipping, or for pick-up at St. Olave’s for $25. Visit stolaves. ca/these-our-prayers for links and details.

DIOCESE OF SASKATOON EVENTS

Announcements for November 2022 g Saskatchewan Anglican online! Did you know you can read current and past issues of the Saskatchewan Anglican online? Visit www. anglicandiocesesaskatoon. com/saskanglican or on Facebook at www.facebook.com/ saskatchewananglican. g As we pass through COVID-19, recordings and live streaming of services are available from the diocesan website and Facebook and YouTube pages, as well as on individual parish websites and social media pages, and locally (for Battle River Parish), on radio.

When considering attending church services in person, check on service availability and requirements for preregistration that exist.

If attending services in person, follow all the indicated seating, movement, distancing, masking, and

sanitization instructions in order to safeguard yourself and to protect others. g School of Discipleship Ministry Preparation Program: The School of Discipleship Ministry Preparation Program is a part-time three-year Licentiate.

Students may take a course part-way through the three-year cycle unless pre-requisites for a specific course are stated.

The first full complement for the ESC Licentiate in Theology is planned to be completed by spring 2023.

People wishing to take one or more of these courses should consult with the School of Discipleship co-ordinator.

People who sense a call to diaconal or priestly ordination will go through the diocesan discernment process at some point before the midway point.

If you have questions

about our Ministry Preparation Program, please contact the School of Discipleship co-ordinator, the Rev. Dr. Trish McCarthy at tmccarthy@sasktel.net or 306-370-8378.

See also notices posted elsewhere in this issue including about WECAN and evangelism. g Courses at the College of Emmanuel: The College of Emmanuel & St. Chad welcomes inquiries and applicants for its courses. For information on courses available from Emmanuel & St Chad and through the Saskatoon Theological Union, please contact their office at 306-975-1550 g Evangelism I and II Conferences: The Saskatoon School of Discipleship will be holding two conferences on evangelism in 2022.

The first, instructed by the Most Rev. Greg Kerr-

Wilson, will take place on Friday, Nov. 4 from 7 to 8 p.m. and Saturday, Nov. 5 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. The second will be instructed by the Rev. Amy Bunce and the Rev. Dr. Trish McCarty on Friday, Dec. 2 from 7 to 9 p.m. and Saturday, Dec. 3 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Provided by hybrid (ZOOM and at a Saskatoon location TBA).

To register contact Rev. Dr. Trish McCarthy at saskatoonschool ofdiscipleship@gmail. com or 306-370-8378.

Please also see the notice posted elsewhere in this issue. g Diocesan Synod: On Sept. 3, Bishop Christopher Harper announced that the 75th Synod of the Diocese of Saskatoon, originally planned to be held from Sept. 30 to Oct. 1, 2022, at All Saints’ Anglican Parish, Saskatoon, has

been postponed to the spring of 2023.

Packages of information on the 75th Synod’s agenda, events, registration times, etc. will be provided to synod delegates by mail and e-mail early in 2023. g To be included in a timely manner, brief notices should be supplied to the associate editor by fax, email or “snail mail” by the end of the month, one month before the month in which the insertion is desired (i.e. February entries will be in the April issue).

Detailed and longer texts of upcoming events will not be included in this section, but should space allow, could be the subject of articles and notices elsewhere in the Saskatchewan Anglican.

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... Re-imaging children's presence in church Continued from page 3 service when the children can move to this spot. I have heard of one church that has the children produce a banner related to one of the Scripture readings in the service.

They create this during the sermon.

This work of art is then brought up to the front during the offering and attached to the altar, after which the kids return to sitting with the rest of the congregation.

Make space for teenagers. Some teens like to sit with other kids their age during worship. Some prefer to sit with their family.

Make both options normative.

Above all, get teenagers involved in leading worship whenever possible, as part of the worship team or choir, reading the Scriptures, helping people find a seat, or composing congregational prayers.

Include them at their level There are many ways in which children can be included in worship, while still being allowed to be kids. Have a box of simple musical triangles, tambourines, and shakers that younger kids can use during the singing.

Offer simple activity kits containing bible story colouring pages and crayons that kids can work on if they’re too young to grasp the sermon.

Invite the kids to write down some things they’d like the church to pray for and have these collected for use on subsequent Sundays. Include older children on your list of people who read the Scriptures, lead the prayers,

greet people, or take up the offering.

Invite kids that are musical to use those gifts in worship.

Expect them to participate meaningfully In order to really shift worship towards full inclusion of kids, perhaps we need to first ask this simple question: do we expect children to be worshipping the Living God here, or have we come to think of worship as something that only adults do?

How you answer that question will determine whether or not you will include children meaningfully, or continue, as the Church has often done in the past, to bring them into worship to either perform or to observe.

We include adults in worship of God by using a language they understand, by engaging them in rituals that become sacraments, and by accepting the many gifts they bring as part of the worshipping community. Let’s do the same with children.

Let’s ask kids to share about a time they have felt God’s presence, comfort or power. Let’s ask them what they would like to thank God for or ask God for.

Let’s ask children to offer themselves to God as his children, making it clear their worship too is a much-valued part of the Church’s common life.

Let’s make sure that as the pandemic comes under control we don’t just re-open the church building to children. Let’s make sure we open up the Church’s worship to them too.

Coverage of diocesan synods in December The dioceses of Saskatchewan and Qu'Appelle had synods on the same weekend in October — the 14 to 16 — but the Saskatchewan Anglican was unable to include cover of them in this month's issue because of publication times. The paper will have coverage in December's issue.

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Ecumenical response helps those in need

By Deacon Canon Michael Jackson REGINA — Lunches are once again being provided to people in need, every Saturday in downtown Regina.

In September 2021 an ecumenical group was formed in Regina with representatives from the Baptist, United, Presbyterian, Anglican, and Roman Catholic Churches to help those on social assistance to meet basic physical needs.

Co-ordinated by Tashia Toupin, social justice coordinator for the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Regina, the initiative brings together people from across the city in a safe and welcoming space to share a meal.

Bagged lunches are served each Saturday at First Baptist Church.

Volunteers from St. Paul’s Cathedral led by churchwarden Jim

Pat Hennenberg and Michael Melville from St. Paul's Cathedral make lunches.

Photo by Jim Melville Melville are among the groups taking turns to set up the space, make and pack the lunches, distribute the lunches, visit with the guests and clean up.

Pre-COVID-19 the Cathedral had its own lunch program; the initiative at First Baptist provides a way to continue helping the needy in an ecumenical context.

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... Immanuel gala, silent auction support parish and refugees Continued from page 1 and Haneen. She reported to Paragg that the Al-Khatib family are legitimate refugees in need of help to come to Canada for a chance at a better, safer, life.

Marleen Abbo told the audience of her family’s experience as refugees.

In 2011, her husband Saafa Mousa and their infant daughter arrived in Regina, as Iraqi refugees sponsored by the Diocese of Qu’Appelle.

They became active in the former St. James parish, and now are part of Immanuel, and members of the Refugee Sponsorship Committee.

Gwen Rupchan, another member of the committee, explained that they needed to raise at least $25,000 to bring the Al-Khatib family to Regina, and with the rising cost of living, she is hoping to exceed that minimum.

To date, more than $20,000 has raised through donations and a variety of fundraising events.

Pat Taylor admires three handmade quilts — some of the more than 40 items in the silent auction, ranging from original artwork, jewelry, assorted gift baskets, and gift certificates for everything from restaurant meals and car washes to pizza and craft beer. The auction raised more than $2,300 to sponsor a family of Christian refugees in Lebanon. A list of donors was also present on the silent auction table. Meanwhile, the gala raised over $1,400 for the parish, with 10 per cent distributed to outreach projects.

Photos by Joanne Shurvin-Martin

The Mandemonium Ensemble entertained guests at the start of the Gala. The ensemble is a spin-off group of the wellknown Regina Mandolin Orchestra.

Obituary

Rev. Marlene Haygarth devoted time to her community, church Submitted

the church.

She ev. Marlene completed Haygarth died a five-year on Sept. 22. education Haygarth was raised up for ministry and trained for locallycourse and ordained ministry for trained the parish of Oxbow. for locallyHaygarth was born ordained in Kisbey, Sask., in 1942. ministry.

Rev. Marlene After high school and She was Haygarth technical school, she ordained a worked at SaskTel. In deacon in 1969 she married Nelson January 1997 by Bishop Haygarth and they moved Eric Bays, and ordained to to Alameda, where they the priesthood by Bishop raised a daughter, Roberta, Duncan Wallace in April and son, Daren.

2000. Haygarth served Haygarth’s passion was the parish of All Saints, to serve and help others.

Oxbow, first as a deacon She devoted many hours and then as priest, until to volunteer work in the she retired in 2013. community, and especially In 2018 she and Nelson

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moved to Regina to be closer to their family.

Haygarth is survived by her husband; adult children; five grandchildren; her brothers Jim (Maureen) Singleton, Ken (Denise) Singleton and Bob (Sheila) Singleton; her sister Darlene (Dave) McCulloch; and a large extended family who were very important to her.

Haygarth’s friend and colleague Rev. Michelle Moore wrote: Marlene (Singleton) Haygarth was a cradle Anglican, raised in a family who faithfully served St. Michael and All Angels Anglican Church, Kisbey. She married an Anglican, moved to a

farm at Alameda, and continued her faith journey as an active member of St. Pancras, Alameda and All Saints, Oxbow.

She was treasurer for the Greater Parish of Oxbow for decades and played the organ. When a lay leadership team was formed after the resignation of our last stipendiary clergy, Marlene was part of it. This led to ordination as a deacon in 1997 and priest in 2000.

Marlene was well respected and beloved by the congregations and the community in which she served, her colleagues among the lay leaders of the parish and among the locally ordained.

Her dedicated service to her family, the Anglican Church and her community enhanced this little corner of southeastern Saskatchewan. She had a down-to-earth, practical approach to life and work and her steadfast faith was a great comfort to all.

Marlene was a wonderful friend and confident. I will miss her common sense approach to difficulties and her ability to rise above that which was burdensome, her sense of humour, and her steadfast faith.

The funeral service was at St. Paul’s Cathedral on Oct. 3, conducted by Dean Mike Sinclair and Rev. Michelle Moore.

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All Saints, Saskatoon's 65th anniversary 'a treat for the senses'

By Marion G. Pope, on behalf of the All Saints’ 65th anniversary Committee SASKATOON — On Sept.

18, members of the parish of All Saints’ Church, Saskatoon celebrated the 65th anniversary of the dedication of its present church building, with Bishop Chris Harper and parish friends.

The celebration was a treat for the senses.

Great organ and choral music tingled the ears, eyes focused on vibrant yellow flowers adorning the sanctuary, while hearts were touched by old friendships and fellowship.

The service, held at 2 p.m., was stylized after the original service held 65 years earlier in an Evensong format.

Psalm 150 (the Laudate Dominum) reminded us that “everything that hath breath” should praise the Lord. Psalm 23 sung by the choir reminded us of so much more.

Bishop Chris focused on the theme of unity and diversity in the body of Christ (1 Corinthians 12:12-31).

He reminded everyone that the church building dedicated 65 years earlier remains bricks and mortar, and that All Saints’ parishioners (and people of all parishes) are the church called to help animate the body of Christ in the world.

At the reception after the service, everyone was greeted by neatly laid tables enhanced with bread, wheat and grape table centres, and the most delicious fragrance of delectable cupcakes ever!

Stories were shared, displays browsed, and a brand-new memorial book unveiled. A running series of slides highlighted special events throughout the years, showing the faces of those who previously ministered.

Greetings were shared by parishioners and friends unable to attend the event.

All Saints’ parish wishes to thank Bishop Chris, guests and visitors who all helped make this event so enjoyable.

The All Saints’ 65th anniversary committee is made up of Pat Melnychuk, Jane Richardson, Margaret Henton, Gary Tisdale, and the Ven. Fr. Daniel Hughes.

Bishop Chris Harper (left) and the Ven. Dan Hughes conduct the 65th anniversary service at All Saints' on Sept.

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Photo by Carolyn Kroeger

At the reception, after the 65th anniversary service, everyone was greeted by neatly laid tables enhanced with bread, wheat and grape table centres. Photo by Marion Pope

Stewards of God's abundance

Dandelions, stewardship and discipleship

By Rev. Deacon Arleen Champion

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s a young child steps off the school bus, she sees her father waiting for her. She reaches down to pick a bright yellow dandelion and runs to him with outstretched arms, giving him the flower and a big hug, saying “I love you Daddy.”

Did the father need the flower? No, but the child’s gesture was an example of her need to give. Children

depend on their parents for food, shelter and love, and in return show love and gratitude through simple expressions of affection such as giving a flower or a hug.

The child feels a need to give, to show gratitude, stemming from the close personal relationship with the parent.

In the same way the child is dependent on the parent for everything, we too, are totally dependent on God for all we are and all we have. It is only when

we accept this with our hearts, our minds and our souls, that we truly begin to develop that personal loving relationship with our heavenly Father.

It is out of this loving relationship that stewardship flows in our lives, as we desire to show our Trinitarian God that we truly love Him and are grateful for His love in our lives.

As the child gave her father the flower, we reach out to our heavenly Father with our gifts of prayer,

caring (service) and sharing.

Stewardship is generally thought of in terms of giving of your time, talent and treasure.

We are called not just to give, but also to live as a steward.

At our baptism we acknowledge God as our father, and through our baptismal covenant we agree to become disciples of Christ; to model our lives on His life, live our lives in Him and Continued on page 14

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Feeling the Holy Spirit

These boots are made for walking, part 3

Learn Ways to Share the Good News Effectively and Sensitively Jesus calls us to: “Go into all the world and proclaim the Good News to the whole creation.”

- Mark 16: 15

By Rev. Gene Packwood

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ime to pull on our Ephesians Walking-inthe-Spirit boots again so we can be ready to step to wherever The LORD may lead this Advent. This time we explore steps six and seven.

Love walking Therefore be imitators of God, as beloved children.

And walk in love, as Christ loved us and gave himself up for us, a fragrant offering and sacrifice to God (Eph. 5:1–2).

The love in which we are called to walk is, of course, the agape kind — John 3:16 kind — not the kind we fall in, the kind we rise in — as we imitate Jesus and give up ourselves for the good of others. Step by step.

Sacrificial; sweet smelling.

This walking is beyond our natural abilities because as we walk in the Spirit we are given a more super-natural stride that keeps us in step with the Spirit (Gal. 5:25). Jesus is the model. Walking like Jesus (1 John 2:6) is the way to imitate God most accurately and vividly.

Here is a good Adventtype prayer that helps: Keep us, O Lord/ while we tarry on this earth/ in a serious seeking after you/ and in an affectionate walking with you/ every day of our lives;/ that when you come/ we may be found not hiding our talent/ nor serving the flesh/ nor yet asleep with our lamp unfurnished/ but waiting and longing for our Lord/ our glorious God for ever.

It was made by Richard Baxter, 17th century priest and Anglican Divine.

I love the references to serious seeking and affectionate walking.

Walking in the Spirit will be affectionate walking.

St. Paul riffs on how love and affection works in his letter to the Philippians:

Archbishop Greg Kerr-Wilson Metropolitan Bishop has been coaching people, over many years, to draw others into the Christian faith.

So if there is any encouragement in Christ, any comfort from love, any participation in the Spirit, any affection and sympathy, complete my joy by being of the same mind, having the same love, being in full accord and of one mind. Do nothing from selfish ambition or conceit, but in humility count others more significant than yourselves. Let each of you look not only to his own interests, but also to the interests of others (2:1–4).

Serious seeking, affectionate walking, not hiding or sleeping, but waiting and longing, having and walking in love, looking to the interests of others — that about covers Love Walking.

Sensible shoes Finally, lest we think Walking in the Spirit is nothing but warm fuzzies: Look carefully then how you walk, not as unwise but as wise, making the best use of the time, because the days are evil (Eph. 5:15–16).

We are to watch where we’re going and to use our time well. Careful walking with Baxter’s serious seeking is best. Not that it will be no fun and joyless.

It’s just that being careful and wise leads to the best outcomes.

It was the wise young women who made sure their lamps were full of oil who entered the wedding party in the parable (Matt. 25:1-13 — Gospel for Evening Prayer on the First Sunday of Advent) — note the last verse, too.

Watching and waiting are important Advent themes. We are not to be precipitous (unless The LORD makes it clear).

Most often God leads us through quiet, ordinary things in everyday life.

How beautiful will be the Continued next page

Rev. Amy Bunce is an energetic and passionate pastor, ordained 20 years, who engages others in sharing the Good News through St. Stephen’s Church in Saskatoon, SK.

Rev. Dr. Trish McCarthy a priest for 29 years in both rural and urban contexts, teaches Pastoral Care and Spiritual Formation.

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Memorial service held for Queen Elizabeth II, Canada's longest reigning monarch

By Deacon Canon Michael Jackson REGINA — When the death of Queen Elizabeth II was announced on Sept.

8, Bishop Helen Kennedy and Dean Michael Sinclair consulted on how the Diocese of Qu’Appelle should respond.

The result was an offer to the provincial government to hold a memorial service at St. Paul’s Cathedral in Regina.

The offer was accepted and the service, led by the bishop and the dean, took place on the evening of Sept. 19, the day of the Queen’s funeral in Westminster Abbey in London and the national memorial service in Christ Church Cathedral, Ottawa.

Dignitaries representing the Province of Saskatchewan and the City of Regina included Lt.-Gov. Russ Mirasty and Donna Mirasty, Premier Scott Moe, Chief Justice Robert Richards, Legislative Assembly Speaker Randy Weekes, Opposition Leader Carla Beck and Mayor Sandra Masters.

The Royal Canadian Navy, Canadian Army, Royal Canadian Air Force, RCMP and Regina City Police were all represented by uniformed personnel.

Lutheran, Presbyterian and Roman Catholic clergy joined diocesan clergy in the chancel.

The premier read a passage from the Book of Revelation and the

The chancel at St. Paul's Cathedral was decorated to honour Queen Elizabeth II, who was Canada's longest reigning monarch at 70 years and also the spiritual head of the Anglican Communion.

Photo by Gov. of Sask.

Opposition leader a passage from the Letter to the Romans.

In his remarks, the lieutenant governor noted the Queen’s condolence message to the James Smith Cree Nation the day before she died.

“Throughout her life she was respected and admired, recognized for her dedicated service, and resilience in the face of personal challenges,” he said.

Referring to her Christmas messages,

Feeling the Holy Spirit

... Part 3 of 'These boots were made for walking' column Continued from page 8 quiet, obedient tread of ordinary feet like ours in our Sensible-Shoes-of-theSpirit when they bring the good news (Rom. 10:15) of The One who is truly the Son of God (Matt. 14:33), our Lord and Saviour, Jesus.

he added, “Her Majesty never apologized for her faith, but always respected others.”

In her sermon, Bishop Kennedy called the Queen “the exemplar of loving service.” She spoke of Queen Elizabeth’s deep Christian faith, reflected in her annual Christmas message.

“She never wavered from professing to the world that Christmas was about Christ — God, being brought into the world and what that meant to her

life.”

The bishop concluded, “as we commend the Queen’s spirit back to God, I am certain the words heard in heaven this day will be, ‘Well done, my good and faithful servant.’”

The choir of St. Paul’s Cathedral, directed by Dorianna Holowachuk, sang the service, including the anthem “The Lord is My Shepherd” by Thomas Matthews.

Cathedral organist David McIntyre

played some of his own compositions as preludes and postludes, accompanied by Gillian Engen on the trumpet.

The service was Form II of the Funeral Liturgy from the Book of Alternative Services, concluding with the commendation of “your servant Elizabeth Alexandra Mary Windsor” into “the blessed rest of everlasting peace.”

This article first appeared in Cathedral Calling.

DIOCESE OF QU’APPELLE

Dinner raises money for Bishop's Discretionary Fund

By Kate Berringer REGINA — The Diocese of Qu’Appelle’s inaugural Bishop’s Discretionary Fund Dinner took place on Sept. 23, at the Atlas Hotel.

At the dinner, Bishop Helen Kennedy shared her faith story, her heart for social justice work and her gratitude for the support of our diocese.

The Bishop’s Discretionary Fund is used to respond to situations that she feels

the Spirit is leading her to provide help.

The Fund may be used to help a clergy family in need or to help fund a project of a social justice group close to her heart.

Kennedy is passionate about Christ’s call to fight against social injustice.

She wants to support organizations in the diocese who work to better the lives of people in our indigenous community, atrisk youth, women in need and the homeless.

A portion of each ticket purchased has been allocated towards the Fund. Thus far, through dinner ticket sales and donations, just over $4,500 has been raised.

We are pleased to offer this opportunity to support the bishop’s desire to be able to respond with loving support as the Spirit reveals needs to in our community. We are so thankful for the faithful giving of our diocesan family.

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Remembering our Queen, a faith Submitted

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ith the death of Queen Elizabeth II on Sept. 8, the Saskatchewan Anglican reached out across the three dioceses asking Anglicans to submit their memories of either the Queen or the Royal family.

Presented below are some of those memories.

Sandra Gray — Moose Jaw Both of my parents were born in North London, England. My father was born in the town of Edmonton in 1920 and my mother was born in Tottenham in 1921. Both families were Anglican and my father's grandad was an Anglican missionary.

My father, Donald Borley, came to Canada as a young child with his parents and older brother and they settled on a homestead at Swan River, Man. They attended church in a local school near their homestead. The priest's name was Father Frith and he travelled by horseback.

I remember him coming to our house quite often for a meal during the week and he always had to do some work for us in return. He would weed the garden or do any other chores on the farm.

We all loved him. My grandparents were very involved with the Anglican Mission of St. Faith's in Swan River.

My father joined the Canadian Army as an engineer at the start of Second World War. He went to England after his basic training where he met my mother, who was in the British Army's ATS (Auxiliary Territorial Service) division.

My mother's job was working on the predictor (range height finder), spotting the opposing planes and giving the signal to fire the guns.

My mother had blasted eardrums from being among the guns.

Princess Elizabeth was a truck driver attached to Mom's unit so Mum saw quite a bit of her during the war.

My parents married in 1945 in St. Peter's Church in London and my father's parents were married at

the same church in 1915.

My mother came to Canada in 1949 on the Aquitania, which was a sister ship to the Titanic.

The Aquitania docked at Pier 21 in Halifax and my mother then came to Winnipeg by train where my father met her.

I have been an Anglican all of my life and very proud of it.

Anything British is very important to me.

I have many books and magazines of the Royal family that I have collected over the years and my grandchildren really enjoy reading them and hearing my stories.

I was five years old in 1953 and I clearly remember her Coronation Day because my parents and the town of Swan River made it a very special day!

We all loved the Queen and I will really miss her!

Deacon Rita Brann — Regina Rev. Deacon Rita Brann grew up in England during the Queen's coronation.

Here are her reflections and a memorabilia picture (see opposite page).

Here are some of our mementos of the Coronation in 1953. In Coventry every school child got a china mug with a Cadbury dairy milk inside. In Abernethy the United Church gave every child in Sunday School a Bible with their name on it.

At school they all got a brass token (long since lost). The commemorative book was purchased at the news agents. Touching reminders of a special day watched in black and white on the tiny neighbourhood television!

Rev. John Matheson (right) greets Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip after a service at St. John Anglican Church in Moose Jaw in July 1978.

Photo courtesy Moose Jaw Public Library archives

Nancy Hoyes — Moose Jaw Queen Elizabeth became Queen the year I was born so, like many others, she was the only monarch I’ve ever known.

From the time I was in my early teens I’ve always remembered the date she became Queen — the day her father died — because it was the day my good friend from elementary school was born: Feb. 6, 1952.

In 1978 the Queen, Prince Philip and a young

After the service in Moose Jaw, church officials asked the Queen to sign the vestry book.

Photo courtesy Moose Jaw Public Library archives Prince Edward attended church as what was then known as St. John’s — now St. Aidan — and I was privileged to be there.

Some of you may be aware of an old safe downstairs in what used to be the office, and when I was parish secretary, it

was my job to open that safe when I came to work.

What most people probably don’t know is the Queen’s offering from that service was put in the safe and is still there today.

Margaret Nicholls — Regina

My late husband Derek and I met the Queen and Prince Philip in 2005, when she unveiled the statue of herself riding Burmese, in the grounds of the Legislative Building.

(Rev.) Derek had been on the committee that began the process to commission

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hful Christian and public servant were outside Government House, and the Lieutenant Governor noticed us in the crowd and thought that, as Derek was chair of the Monarchist League branch, we should have been included in the group inside.

So she sent her assistant to bring us into the ballroom there.

I was so impressed with how gracious the Queen was, and so easy to talk to.

I was also impressed, all through her life, by how compassionate she was.

You think of the message she sent to the James Smith Cree Nation after the terrible stabbings — this was only a few days before she died, yet she thought of them.

Deacon Arleen Champion — Moose Jaw

Dean Doug Blackwell (right) makes a presentation to Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philp during a tour of St. John's Cathedral in Saskatoon on Oct. 18, 1987.

Photo submitted the statue, because at the time he was the chairman of the Saskatchewan Branch of the Monarchist League of Canada.

We both attended the unveiling of the marvellous statue, and it was pouring rain that day. The Queen had one of those clear umbrellas, so she was kept dry.

After the ceremony, the Queen went one way, and the Prince came the other, towards where we were standing.

When he noticed Derek’s clerical collar he came right to us and he looked up at the sky and asked, “Couldn’t you do something about this?”

We met the Queen at a reception held at Government House. There was a receiving line, and the Lt.-Gov., Lynda Haverstock, introduced us.

Of course she knew Derek very well because of all their work together on the statue commissioning.

And, on the last day of the royal visit, we met her again. Derek and I

These are some of the mementos that Deacon Rita Brann has that are related to Queen Elizabeth II's Coronation in 1953. One is a china mug from school in Coventry, the second is a Bible from Sunday school in Abernethy and the third is a commemorative book.

When Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip visited Moose Jaw in 1959, the Royal Train overnighted on the spur track in the hamlet of Pasqua seven miles east of Moose Jaw. This was across the road from where my family lived.

It was announced that the Royal couple would make an appearance the afternoon the train arrived, and needless to say, people from Moose Jaw and surrounding area descended upon this little place.

Our home and yard were full of family and friends hoping to catch a glimpse of the Royal couple. My mom, pregnant at the time, was kept busy making sure that the multitude did not go hungry or thirsty as they waited.

Finally, there was a stir in the crowd that things were being readied for the long-awaited appearance, and everyone raced to the road.

I remember, being a young child perched upon my dad's shoulders so I could see above the crowd, the sight of Prince Philip coming out — but he was alone.

He gave regrets from the Queen, for she too, was pregnant and not feeling well that day so would not be joining him as planned.

He waved at the crowd and disappeared back into the train.

People were thrilled to see the prince but were

disappointed to not have seen the Queen.

As for my Mom, she always lamented that while both were in the same condition, the Queen got to rest while she had to carry on caring for all those who had come to see Her Majesty.

Later, as my aunts and uncles were returning to Moose Jaw, they encountered one of the Queen's footmen seeking a ride to Moose Jaw. His shift was over and he wanted to see the city.

They took him into Moose Jaw, showed him around, took him to one of their homes for tea and brought him back out again.

He showed his gratitude by sending them a letter of thank you when he returned to England.

While we did not get to see Queen Elizabeth that trip, when she returned in 1978, my family was privileged to worship with her at St. John's Anglican Church in Moose Jaw, now known as St. Aidan.

Maureen Parsons — Swift Current I lived in a town called Wallasey in Northwest England. It was on the opposite side of the River Mersey from Liverpool.

It was 1940 and I was four years old and we had just come through extreme bombing. Lots of damage and destruction everywhere.

One morning my mother told me we were going to see the Royal Family. They had been told of the terrible bombing and were coming to see everyone.

We waited at the corner of the road and eventually the King and Queen came with the two princesses.

Elizabeth would have been 14 years and Margaret Rose 12 years.

They passed so close to me I could touch them. I think my mother shook hands with their parents.

Another time I was working in Liverpool and went to the Town Hall to see the Queen, and on the way back to work a car stopped by me waiting for the traffic to move.

I looked through the window and there she was with a smile and a wave.

More memories next page.

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Further reflections about meeting or seeing the Queen

By Allison Kydd QU’APPELLE (Qu’A) — During the Sunday service at St. Peter’s, Qu’Appelle, on Sept. 18, six women shared their thoughts after hearing of the death of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, at Balmoral on Sept. 8.

Connie Billett remembers when the Queen and His Royal Highness Prince Philip made a brief stop at the railway station in Indian Head during the royal couple’s 1959 cross-Canada tour.

It was Billett’s classmate Judy Robison who presented the bouquet. Though the royals weren’t at the station for long, it was important to the whole community that those flowers be given. Billett doesn’t remember whether her friend remembered to curtsey.

Mary Paddington’s first memory of a royal visit was the Queen’s first visit to Regina, when she was still Princess Elizabeth. It was Oct. 17, 1951, and Paddington (nee Kurshner) was four years old.

“It was downtown Regina, and I was with my mother and grandmother,” Paddington says. As it happened, her future husband Cliff Paddington, then six years old, was also in the crowd of 15,000 to 20,000 lining Rose Street and 11th Avenue.

Cliff’s mother, Phyllis, had come from London herself as a 17-year-old, so her ties to England were still strong.

Both Paddingtons remember that the princess and her husband, Prince Philip, were in a convertible.

According to a LeaderPost article, it would have been a dark blue Cadillac with a specially constructed see-through roof to make them visible while still protecting them from the October wind, rain and (as it happened) snow.

For Sylvia Lipp, love of the monarchy comes from both sides of the family.

Her father was born in England, while her mother was a war bride from Rotterdam, and she recalls that the Dutch royal family came to Canada during the war. In fact, Queen Juliana’s daughter

Prince Philip (left) speaks with a crowd during a visit to Moosomin in 1959. Also in the picture are Joyce Kidd with glasses, a head band, and holding a girl in a white dress in the second row right, Hughie Kidd, whose face is partially obscured by the British flag, and Allison Kydd — then nine — to the left of her brother.

Photo courtesy Moosomin World Spectator Princess Margriet was born in this country.

The Canadian government declared the maternity ward of the Ottawa Civic Hospital temporarily extraterritorial so the baby princess wouldn’t lose her Dutch nationality.

Jan Beattie was also born in England, so she saw the Queen on a number of occasions and her affection for the monarchy is as natural as

breathing.

She also remembers how she and a friend used to practice the royal wave in case they too had need of it.

Jean Kurbis recalls seeing the future Queen and Prince Philip in Saskatoon. It was not long before the death of George VI, and Kurbis was there with her own father as well as her sister. She also finds it natural to be attached to the royal

family.

“If one’s parents immigrated from ‘the old country’ or had family in the services, one felt an affinity for the royal family.

This was reinforced,” she says, “by photos that were everywhere and by the singing of ‘God Save the Queen.’”

Kurbis also thinks the fact Princess Elizabeth served in the army during the Second World

War and trained as a mechanic “gave her an understanding of normal people and set the tone for the kind of person she would be.”

Kurbis comments as well on how the Queen could read a crowd or situation. “She picked up on things,” she says. “It’s a gift.” She also thinks the Queen’s sense of humour developed in later years.

Allison Kydd has seen the Queen in person on two occasions.

In 2005, Kydd was the co-ordinator of the Interfaith Centre for Education and Action, and she and the group’s board of directors had received special invitations to an outdoor gathering near Edmonton’s city hall.

The royal platform was some distance away from where they sat with others holding invitations, but it had been a rainy day, and she remembers being grateful just to have a chair though it meant being at a distance.

Kydd’s earlier sighting was during the 45-day 1959 tour. Joyce Kydd, Allison’s mother, now of St. Mary’s, Whitewood, was teaching at Kendalton School, northeast of Wapella.

She had loaded her own children and pupils alike into the farm truck — not something that would be permitted these days — to take them to Moosomin to view the royal walkabout.

The children only vaguely remember the Queen, but Prince Philip made an impression when he stopped and addressed Mrs. Kydd.

“Are these all yours?” he asked. A photographer from the Moosomin World Spectator captured the moment, a woman in a hat with her collection of children happily gaping up at the husband of the Queen.

There is no record of Mrs. Kydd’s response to the Prince’s question, but no doubt she handled the situation with aplomb.

After all, country school teachers who are also mothers know they must be prepared whatever the occasion demands.

On Sept. 18, when all in the congregation had shared their thoughts and memories, Jean Kurbis led a prayer that acknowledged the Queen’s life of service and faithfulness.

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Queen was an example for all, Lt.-Gov. says

By Mary Brown PRINCE ALBERT — The Diocese of Saskatchewan hosted a Solemn Evensong and State Prayers for Queen Elizabeth II on Sept. 21.

The guest speaker was His Honour, the Honourable Russ Mirasty, Lieutenant Governor, accompanied by his wife, Her Honour Donna Mirasty. The service began with the Vice Regal Entrance and Salute.

Funeral sentences were read, followed with the hymn “I Vow to Thee My Country” and then the Lieutenant Governor’s address.

He began his address by thanking the clergy, staff, volunteers and musicians for their contributions to the service, mentioning that our diocese has had a rough time.

He spoke of the Queen’s love for Canada, noting her final public statement was a message of condolences to the people in James Smith Cree Nation. The next day she died.

He spoke of her impressive capacity to accept change, yet value the history and tradition of her role. She was respected and admired through her life and recognized for her dedicated service and resilience in the face of formidable challenges.

She made service a priority and was an inspiring example for all.

She visited Canada 22 times — more than any other country — and made six trips to Saskatchewan, most recently in 2005 during our centennial.

On Sept. 30, 2021 she issued this statement: “I join with all Canadians on the first National Day for Truth and Reconciliation to reflect on the painful history that Indigenous peoples endured in residential schools in Canada and on the work that remains to heal and to continue to build an inclusive society.”

Seven-thousand people in our province will receive the Queen Elizabeth II Platinum Jubilee Medal during jubilee year, which ends in February 2023.

The Rev. Deacon Dixie Bird read Psalm 121. The first lesson was read by Gordon Kirkby, chancellor of the diocese. The second lesson was read by Ava

Second World War veteran Ed Laird (centre) poses with Her Honour, Donna Mirasty, and His Honour, the Honourable Russ Mirasty, Saskatchewan lieutenant governor.

Photo by Mary Brown

Bear, Chief of Muskoday Cree Nation.

In his sermon, the Rev. David Butorac noted that the Queen died on the Feast Day of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary. He spoke of our memories of loved ones and that our grief is the price we pay for love. The service ended with the prayer of St. Chrysostom.

Everyone was invited to the church hall for a reception put on by the ladies of St. David, St. George, and St. Alban. I talked to people about their memories of the Queen. Some had been at an event the Queen was attending and saw her or her hat in the distance.

Ed Laird is old enough (99) that he pledged allegiance to the Queen’s father when he enlisted in the Second World War. With others, even though they didn’t shake hands with the Queen, they remembered being where she was or recall somewhere where her family was.

I remember being at the CNE when I was a Brownie and the Queen came to visit and that was a long time ago.

She will be in everyone’s thoughts and memories for many years to come.

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... We must work to grow into God's stewards Continued from page 7 through Him; and love our heavenly Father as He did.

Stewardship is an expression of our discipleship: our love, our deep gratitude, caring for all God has entrusted to us, serving God and his people as Jesus teaches and serves us, sharing generously a portion of all we have been given, staying connected with God through prayer, and responding to God’s call and generosity with love and thanksgiving.

At the root of stewardship is our identity, believing we are beloved children of God, created by God for God. Out of this flows trust — that God, our father, will provide all we need just as He has promised.

Our faith in Him as our creator and provider commands a response from us, that of deep gratitude lived out in our prayers, service and sharing.

Unlike the child who so spontaneously

responded to her father, stewardship does not seem to come naturally to us as disciples. We have to work at it to grow and develop into the stewards God intends and needs us to be.

Jesus modelled the importance of relationship with our Father through prayer. Prayer is our place to start in that growth and development.

Spend some time in prayer each day, seeking God’s will for you and for His guidance and help in that.

Give Him thanks for the abundance He has provided for you and pray to Him for direction in generously giving back to Him from that abundance, no matter how big or small it may be.

Pray alone, pray as a family, pray with a group of friends, pray on the go, just pray! Spending time together is the only way for any relationship to develop and our relationship with our triune God is no different.

When our prayer life is

in order and as stewards we have included our caring and our sharing in our conversations with God, we will find ourselves sacrificially responding with love and gratitude to our God who loves us and shows us the way.

Mission and ministry flow from there as we partner with Christ who works in us and through us to continue His work in the kingdom of God here on Earth through our caring and sharing.

After the father accepted the gift of the yellow dandelion and shared the hug with his daughter, hand in hand they walked home basking in their love. As disciples of Christ and stewards of God’s creation, this is our life too. Amen! Thanks be to God. Rev. Deacon Arleen Champion is regional dean of Souris Deanery, Deacon at St. Aidan Anglican Church in Moose Jaw, and a member of the Diocese of Qu’Appelle Stewardship Team.

A stained glass window at St. Bartholomew Church in Pelican Narrows.

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‘Be of good cheer; it is I, be not afraid’

By Kathleen Stewart PELICAN NARROWS (Skwn) — St. Bartholomew Church, in Pelican Narrows is at the end of the road on a rock, almost surrounded by water.

If you’re out on a boat coming back to the point where the church sits, the water seems deep and wide.

The church’s stainedglass window showing Jesus blessing people and the sail and boat are reminders of the lessons from Mark’s gospel.

Jesus may seem like He is sleeping, but never fear — He will never leave us when we accept Him as our Saviour.

He calls and blesses.

For me, this window colorfully brings out the story of Jesus walking on the water and of Him

coming again, riding on the clouds.

Pelican Narrows is a northern community, where ice fishing and snowmobiles are common in the winter.

Here the church is the people — faithful people coming to worship their Lord.

We pray for God’s people here and live in hope of Jesus’ coming.

Canon Angus Sewap, who died of Covid-19 in December 2020, was the priest-in-charge when my husband and I visited St. Bartholomew Church.

Angus’s sister, Jennifer Sewap, died Jan. 18, 2022 in Pelican Narrows. Please pray for the Sewap family and their friends.

Kathleen Stewart is an organist and lay reader in the Diocese of Saskatchewan.

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'Lean into Jesus and His words,' new priest Jesse Miller told

By Joanne Shurvin-Martin REGINA — It was a family affair when Jesse Miller was ordained to the priesthood in St. Paul’s Cathedral on Sept. 10.

His father, Rev. Lauren Miller, was cantor for the service, and also “vested” his son, which means he put on the vestments of a priest in the Anglican church.

Rev. Susan Anholt, of Midlakes Parish, read the first lesson, Isaiah 61:1-8, which tells of God’s everlasting covenant.

Rev. Tracey Taylor, also of Midlakes, read from 1 John 5:6-12, which speaks of the testimony of the Spirit and the water and the blood.

Anholt and Taylor are mentors and friends of Jesse Miller. Before his move to Moose Jaw, he lived and taught in Kenaston, which is in Midlakes Parish. Much of his discernment was done with their counsel and support.

Deacon Arleen Champion read the gospel from Matthew 28:16-20. It describes the 11 remaining disciples when they saw the risen Christ on the mountain-top.

It recounts that “they worshipped him, but some doubted.” The passage also includes Jesus’s instruction “…make disciples of all nations …” and concludes, “remember, I am with you always, to the end of the age.”

Rev. Dr. Dean Pinter, incumbent of St. Aidan, preached at the ordination.

He started by saying that to people not familiar with an Anglican ordination service, some strange things would be happening.

As strange as finding a red Lamborghini on your driveway, as happened on the day Pinter was ordained. He explained that two of his friends drove the Lamborghini to the small town of Eston, where it caused quite a sensation!

Referring to the gospel, Pinter pointed out that doubt is a common occurrence, and that even some of the disciples doubted. He said the Scripture is not clear about what or why they doubted, but they did.

The only other time that the word translated “doubt” is used in

Priests from the Diocese of Qu’Appelle gather around Jesse Miller as he kneels before Bishop Helen Kennedy during the Prayer of Consecration. Deacon Susan Page stands beside the bishop.

Photos by Brad Thorpe

Rev. Jesse Miller (centre) poses with his presenters after his ordination Newly ordained priest Jesse Miller is to the priesthood on September 10. From left are Deacon Arleen flanked by his proud parents, Ruth and Rev. Lauren Miller Champion, Chelsea Peters, Josiah Poettcker and Shoshana Miller.

Matthew’s gospel is in chapter 14 when the disciples saw Jesus walking toward them on the Sea of Galilee.

Peter began to walk towards Jesus but then became frightened and began to sink. Jesus caught him and said, “You of little faith, why did you doubt?”

Pinter said that corporate worship is a way to counter doubt. Being in a group of other believers helps to reinforce our faith.

Referring to Jesus’s mountain-top instruction to go and make disciples,

Pinter said this was not given just to the 11 disciples, but to all of us.

“Jesus is working to bring the world to perfection through us, His agents, to make disciples of all nations.”

“If and when doubts come,” concluded Pinter, “lean into Jesus and His words, ‘I am with you always, to the end of the age.’”

The service continued as the ordinand was presented by four members of St. Aidan Moose Jaw: Rev. Arleen Champion, deacon; Chelsea Peters, Jesse’s girlfriend; and two

members of the church youth group, Josiah Poettcker and Shoshana Miller (who is not related to Jesse).

The Examination followed, in which Bishop Helen Kennedy asked a series of questions to ensure that Miller understood the duties and responsibilities of a priest, and intended to fulfill all that will be required of him.

Then Rev. Lauren Miller led the congregation in the Ordination Litany.

For the laying on of hands, the priests in attendance gathered in

a semicircle around the kneeling ordinand, and stretched out their hands as the bishop laid her hand on his head as she prayed, “Send down your Holy Spirit upon your servant Jesse, whom we consecrate in your name to the office and work of a priest in the Church.”

When the new priest had been robed in a red chasuble, he was presented with a Bible and a chalice and paten, “signs of the authority’’ of a priest to preach the word of God and to administer holy sacraments.

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November 2022

Members of St. Mary's, P.A. give time to clean yard

By Mary Brown PRINCE ALBERT — It was a pleasure for the faithful who attend summer services at St. Mary’s, Prince Albert to return to their usual summer schedule of three services.

Bishop Michael Hawkins celebrated at the June service, which included a commemoration of the faithful departed interred in the church yard surrounding the church.

Archdeacon Andrew Hoskin celebrated Holy Communion at the November service. Thanksgiving was the focal point of this service. Evening Prayer was led in July by Deacon Michael Lyons.

After that service, members of the congregation were able to enjoy strawberry shortcake, which was provided by three members of the Norman family and their cousin.

In addition to being able to return to the traditional service schedule, with services in the afternoon of the fourth Sunday in June, July, and August, there was much for the worshippers to celebrate.

Over the summer, St. David’s parishioner Audrey Linfitt was able

Grant Laird (left) and Mike Johnson (right) begin to repair the headstone of Sidney McKay. Photos by Mary Brown to re-paint the cemetery’s entry gates. Several of the headstones were cleaned.

This was thanks in particular to descendants of the Joseph Woodman

family. Julie Folden, her mother (daughter of Joseph Woodman), and a newly discovered cousin from Campbell River, British Columbia, spent

... Jesse Miller ordained priest Continued from pg 15 Following the ordination, the service continued with Holy Eucharist, con-celebrated by the bishop and new priest.

Some members of the congregation noticed that there were more flowers than one would expect for an ordination service. A dozen large white bouquets were displayed in the cathedral, as well as four large yellow and orange arrangements, and a pair of vases behind the altar.

Most of these bouquets had been intended for the service of thanksgiving for the Queen’s Jubilee, and the diocesan celebration that was to have followed —

originally planned for Sept. 11.

The special service and the party were cancelled in respect of the period of mourning following Queen Elizabeth’s death.

Following the service, the congregation was invited to the adjoining hall for refreshments and a chance to visit.

Miller continues to minister at St. Aidan as an honorary assistant priest. He will continue to discern his ministry with the bishop while he works as the youth minister for St. Aidan.

He will also be teaching in the public schools in the area as a substitute teacher.

Bishop McLean’s headstone - repaired.

several days cleaning the headstones of their ancestors.

Also, David Chamberlain, a Mounted Police officer, involved his children, Elle and Jake, in a summer project to clean the headstones of all the Mounted Police officers interred in the cemetery.

In addition, they placed a Canadian flag at each of the headstones.

Another project, undertaken on a voluntary basis, involved Grant Laird and Mike Johnson repairing a dozen historic headstones.

They began with repairs to that of Bishop McLean, the first bishop of the Diocese of Saskatchewan.

A tree felled in a wind storm in 2020 had resulted in the McLean headstone being knocked down and broken into three pieces.

Eleven more headstones, most belonging to individuals who have no family living locally, were repaired by these two industrious individuals.

A final thanksgiving

was prompted by the installation of a headstone commemorating Canon James Fletcher, son-inlaw of Bishop McLean and one-time viceprincipal of Emmanuel College.

A member of the Masonic order had noticed that there was no memorial to Canon Flett who had died in 1912.

He determined that a headstone was required and generously donated the money required.

With much for which to be thankful, there remains much left to be done with the church and cemetery.

There are plans to finish re-roofing the church, upgrading the windows, and providing a new paint job.

St.Mary’s Church will turn 150 years old in 2025.

It is the second-oldest Anglican church in what is now the Province of Saskatchewan, and once served as the procathedral for the Diocese of Saskatchewan when it included many of the western dioceses of the Province of Rupert’s Land.

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Educating to reflect the needs of a community in mission By the Rev. Dr. Iain Luke Principal, College of Emmanuel & St. Chad

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ast month, I shared some reflections on being the church in a changing world. I ended by posing the question, “Who are we here for?”

Answering that question requires us to pay attention to, and learn about, all the ways the world is changing around us, so we may know our neighbours better.

Just asking the question about who we are here for, though, marks a change in the way we think of ourselves as the church. In other times and places, the question would have been asked and answered differently, or perhaps not asked at all.

A 16th century Christian might have said that the purpose of the church is “to glorify God,” and left it at that.

Another attitude, which has often been present in Christian thinking, thought of the church as primarily providing services to a society in which everyone was, at least nominally, a believer.

In those times, the structure of the church was what mattered, since it was responsible for providing opportunities for worship, pastoral care, and religious instruction to the general population.

That service-provider model is still with us, but it is starting to give way to a different understanding.

In this new way of thinking, being a member of the church is not about being a recipient of the church’s ministry.

Instead, all the members are active participants in the mission of the church.

It is not the structures that have the responsibility for “delivering” the mission, but the whole faith community.

Just as I noted in last month’s column, there are two ways of explaining this shift, one cynical, one hopeful. The cynical version is that the

St. Andrew's College Building on the University of Saskatchewan campus. The College of Emmanuel and St. Chad is located in the college building.

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In those times, the structure of the church was what mattered, since it was responsible for providing opportunities for worship, pastoral care, and religious instruction to the population.

That service-provider model is still with us, but it is starting to give way to a different understanding. In this new way of thinking ... all members are active participants in the mission of the church. church’s resources and influence are seriously depleted.

We can no longer fund institutions that will do the work for us, especially in a more challenging environment, where people are disconnected from the church and not inclined to listen for its messaging.

So, we need to draft members to share the workload!

The hopeful version starts with the recognition that most people are no longer affiliated with the church, even nominally.

How, then, would they

ever know that the church is there for them?

Only by meeting an actual Christian, someone who can make a personal connection. The clergy, and other official church workers, have a limited reach, as they are few in numbers.

But most of the people in our communities still share their workplace, their school, or their neighbourhood, with someone who follows Jesus.

This re-creation of the church as a community-inmission requires different kinds of resourcing,

including new approaches to theological education and ministry training.

The college has seen an expansion of the nonordination stream in our programs, as people seek out knowledge and skills to live more fully the life of a disciple.

We have also begun to focus our support for local (diocesan) training programs, which are a more direct and accessible way for church members to access the formation they need for their own mission and ministry.

As one illustration, it is no longer good enough for just clergy to be well versed in reading, interpreting, and sharing the story of the Bible.

That approach worked when religious instruction was delivered within parishes, with the priest as the teacher and everyone else as the learners.

But now, we need a whole community of people with a solid grasp of, and deep formation within, the story of Scripture, because that is what motivates, directs, shapes, and inspires our shared mission as one church.

To make that shift, we have to approach the study of the Bible in a new way, or rather, in a range of new ways.

It is still vital to have people who can examine and appreciate

the original languages, literary structure, and historical impact of the Bible texts, but their skills now co-exist with practical challenges like connecting the story of Scripture to the story of a community, or of an individual, in the here and now.

Studies like the Anglican Communion’s work on The Bible in the Life of the Church, and practices like GospelBased Discipleship, are newer resources that help us to meet those challenges, even as they continue to be supported by more traditional-style scholarship.

Equally important are the skills and attitudes that leaders demonstrate in the communities where they lead.

Not only clergy, but wardens and other lay leaders, are the key message-bearers for a new way of being the church together.

Learning and sharing skills for volunteer management, discernment of gifts, and community development, are essential tasks for contemporary church leaders who want to foster the transition from the church as service provider, to the church as a community in mission.

Our college leaders look forward to conversations with you, about how we can help you live out that shift.

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Original log building a unique feature of 90-year-old St. Christopher Church

By Mary Brown CHRISTOPHER LAKE (Skwn) — When you enter St. Christopher’s Church the first thing you see is the original log church.

It is unique how it all fits together, and what a special thing it is, especially for those who have many good memories in that space.

In 1932 future members of St. Christopher’s Church met to discuss erecting a church at Christopher Lake. Rev. Harold Parrot was the minister at the time. The land was obtained from Mrs. McHugh.

Most of the work was completed by volunteers, with help from as far away as Spruce Home. On Sept.

16, 1934 Rev. S.C. Jarvis conducted the first service in the new St. Christopher Church with Sunday school in the morning.

Over the years other work was done, such as sealing the inside, cementing the basement, adding a log porch and installing a furnace.

As with most churches, there was an ACW or WA whose first meeting was Aug. 23, 1930. In 1941 there were 21 members, and in 1962, they changed their name to the Church Guild.

In July 1998 plans were made for the church's restoration. A new roof, more seating and increased parking were paramount, and in September 1999, they celebrated the formal dedication of the expanded and refurbished church building.

The exterior appearance of the original log church was retained in the expanded building.

The extension more than doubled the main floor worship space and added a full lower floor meeting area, kitchen with bathrooms on both levels.

The expanded building is valued at $230,000; one-third of the cost was financed by long-term loans and the congregation continued fundraising to pay off the capital debt.

There is a cemetery beside the church, established around 1934 To celebrate this momentous anniversary, the church put on a

St. Christopher Church at Christopher Lake. The expanded building includes the original logs and wood used in the original building.

Photos by Mary Brown freewill offering concert on a Saturday night.

The entertainer, a traditional singer songwriter Larry Krause, sang religious country songs accompanied by his guitar. He told a story about his dad’s 35 steers that, after a blizzard, walked on top of the snow to scatter across 160 acres.

After the blizzard the sky cleared and his dad called them home and they all came. The moral of the story: “Jesus would like us to follow him like the cows. The next step is ours.”

The next day members attended a church service and were entertained with a hilarious skit retelling the 90-year history of the church, starting each scene with a cold day in January!

Following that everyone was invited to a lunch.

Through the spring and summer, St. Christopher operates a thrift shop every Friday and Saturday. Starting in October there will be Sunday school every Sunday at 10 a.m. They also have a youth group.

Traditional singer songwriter Larry Krause performs.

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Summer visit to Whitewood links past and present

By Allison Kydd WHITEWOOD (Qu’A) — It was my first visit to St. Mary the Virgin in twoand-a-half years. I had missed it.

Not only was St. Mary’s my home parish when I was in high school, but through the years that followed I had worshipped there when I came “home” to Whitewood.

The building and the people are significant to me. A building in some sense may be “only a building,” but it has also been the setting for family weddings and funerals, birthdays and anniversaries, so it's seen my family in our happiest and saddest times.

The same is true for my many friends there, and on my recent visit, I was grateful to be received as if I had never been away.

The congregation of St. Mary’s in Whitewood — like all country parishes and many city parishes as well — is smaller than it was when I was a teenager.

This is especially true in the summer.

(Since I finished school, I’ve most often visited at Christmas, and that’s the church’s busiest season.)

In spite of the smaller numbers, the people of St. Mary’s haven’t lost their sense of being a community. They still know each other’s stories, care about each other and share what they have.

Now that pandemic restrictions have been lifted, they again offer each other rides to church and have lunch together after services. So every week they re-enact the miracle of the loaves and fishes—everyone contributes a little and there are bountiful results.

There’s also sadness when one visits after a long absence, as many faces are no longer there.

Some dear friends have died; others have moved away; still others are on vacation — perhaps doing some church visiting of their own — or temporarily away because of ill health.

Because so much has changed, one is grateful for things that stay the same. Phyllis and Ewen Armstrong, for instance, are mainstays of the St. Mary’s congregation as always.

Since Ewen’s

A group of faithful parishioners pose in the chancel of St. Mary the Virgin, Whitewood. (Front row l-r) Lil Shepherd, Laurie Jordan, Joyce Kydd, Ruth Towill, Phyllis Armstrong; (Back row) Ewen Armstrong, Irene Carson, Kevin Whittingham.

Photos by Allison Kydd

St. Mary the Virgin Anglican Church and its lich gate have been landmarks on Whitewood’s Main Street for more than a century. grandfather arrived in Whitewood in 1890 (and a great uncle in 1885), his family predates the formation of the parish (in 1902), not to mention the present church, which was completed in 1905.

Ewen himself has been parish treasurer for over 30 years and on vestry for 40 years. He’s also been

rector’s warden, serves on the worship committee and frequently leads lay services.

Phyllis began attending St. Mary’s a few months before she and Ewen were married. Incidentally, they were married not at St. Mary’s but in Hughenden, Alta., where Phyllis grew up.

In fact, Ewen says none of his immediate family have celebrated their weddings here, though he and daughter, Margaret, were baptized at St. Mary’s, and all family members who are gone were buried out of this church.

Phyllis has also been active in the parish.

She has been on the Altar Guild since her marriage, has belonged to the ACW and has taken administrative roles as required. She is presently people’s warden, while Hertha Briggs is rector’s warden.

Another way of maintaining continuity is through the clergy and the music. St. Mary’s has welcomed many clergy families through the years and held joint services with two Lutheran parishes for 19 years.

Currently, the parish is served by two retired priests, Rev. Cheryl Johnson and Rev. Brian Woods. Both were former incumbents who now visit on a part-time basis, and both say theirs is “a relationship of friends, not just of priest and congregation.”

As in many rural parishes, St. Mary’s no longer has an official choir, though former choir members often sit together in the congregation, so create a similar effect.

Hertha Briggs has been church organist since 2009 but is temporarily away.

Ruth Towill has stepped up during her absence. Towill is the third generation of church musicians in her family.

When her grandmother Agnes Harrison died in 1980, she had served St. Mary’s for 63 years. Ruth’s mother, Irene Towill, then took over, from 1980 to 2009.

Now that Ruth has moved back to Whitewood, to her mother’s house and to her mother’s piano bench, members of the community feel privileged to have her.

All members of the parish demonstrate their commitment to the parish in many ways, but they don’t do it out of a sense of duty.

“For me,” says Ewen Armstrong, “the church and the people have become family.” He also knows that having that “family” is important to others.

“For me, St. Mary’s is my spiritual home,” says Phyllis Armstrong. “It’s where I worship, but I also value the fellowship.”

Both regret that the congregation has gotten smaller, but like other rural parishioners, they carry on and are grateful for what they have.

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Equipping the saints for the work of ministry Ministry courses are now offered collaboratively through The Western Educational Collaborative Anglican Network, also known as W.E.C.A.N.

treats: these dates will be set at beginning of term.

Delivery: Hybrid using an STU tech classroom Register: Rev. Dr. Trish McCarthy.

By Rev. Dr. Trish McCarthy

Course: Introduction to the Hebrew Scriptures I and II (ESC) School: S.O.D., Core Subject Instructor: Dr. Adam Wright Time Frame: Friday Jan. 27 from 7 to 9 p.m. and Sat. Jan. 28, 2023 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Fri. Feb. 10 from 7 to 9 p.m. and Sat. Feb. 11, 2023 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.; Time Zone: CST Delivery: Hybrid using an STU smart classroom Register: Rev. Dr. Trish McCarthy.

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ear friends, as you plan your Fall 2022 and Spring 2023, consider taking a course of interest designed to equip you for any number of lay and ordained ministries.

We are in this together and now we can learn together!

Local ministry schools in several western and northern Canadian dioceses are working to give you valuable in-person and online study opportunities.

Emmanuel and St. Chad College oversees and grants the Licentiate in Theology to students registered through their local Diocese. To register for a specific course, contact the ministry school coordinator listed for that course.

FALL 2022 Course: Introduction to Pastoral Theology and Pastoral Care (ESC - PE 133) School: Saskatoon School of Discipleship (SOD), Core Subject Instructor: Rev. Dr. Trish McCarthy Time Frame: Thursday, Sept. 15 for 13 weeks (except Oct. 13 and Nov. 10) 5:30 to 8:30 p.m.

Delivery: Hybrid using Saskatoon Theological Union tech classroom Register: Rev. Dr. Trish McCarthy at trish. mccarthy@saskatoontheologicalunion.ca or (306) 370 - 8378.

Course: Interpreting Scripture School: Calgary School of Discipleship Instructor: Rev. Oz Lorentzen Time Frames: Tuesdays Sept. 6 to Nov. 8 2022 4 p.m. to 5 p.m. Time Zone: MST; Platform: On Zoom Register: Barbara Labrecque: blabreque@ calgary.anglican.ca Course: Hebrew Scriptures Cont’d School: Qu’Appelle School for Mission and Ministry (QSMM) Instructor: Rev. Dell Bornowsky Time Frames: Tues.

Sept. 6, 2022, The Minor Prophets: Hosea, Amos,

Emmanuel and St. Chad is overseeing the licentiate in theology program, with classes taking place this fall and next winter.

Photo courtesy Freeimages.com Obadiah, Johan, Micah, Nahum, Habbakuk, Zechariah, Haggai, Zephaniah, Malachi Time Zone: CST Delivery: Hybrid – In person and online Register: Archdeacon Catherine Harper: archdeacon.catherine@sasktel. net or (306) 522 – 3103 Course: Evangelism I CONFERENCE School: Saskatoon School of Discipleship, Core Subject Instructor: Most Rev. Gregory Kerr-Wilson Time Frames: Friday, Nov. 4, 2022 from 7 to 9 p.m. & Saturday, November 5, 2022 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Time Zone: CST Platform: Hybrid - On Zoom and at a Saskatoon Location TBA Register: Rev. Dr. Trish McCarthy.

Course: Evangelism II CONFERENCE School: Saskatoon School of Discipleship, Core Subject Instructors: Rev. Amy Bunce and Rev. Dr. Trish McCarthy Time Frames: Friday, Dec. 2 from 7 to 9 p.m. and Saturday, Dec. 3 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Time Zone: CST Platform: Hybrid - On Zoom and Physical Saskatoon; Location TBA Register: Rev. Dr. Trish McCarthy

Course: Preaching Course S.O.D.: Core Subject School: QSMM Instructor(s): Rev. Dr. Iain Luke Time Frames: Friday Evenings: Nov. 4 and 10, Dec. 2 and 9, 2022, and Jan. 6 and 13, Feb. 3, 2023 Time Zone: CST Delivery: Hybrid Contact: Archdeacon Catherine Harper.

The first session each month will be focused on theory, the second on practice. Details TBA Prerequisites: None Course: New Testament Series School: QSMM Instructor: Rev. Dr. Dean Pinter Time Frames: Wednesday Evening, Oct. 5 — The Writings of John; Wednesday Evening, Nov. 9 — Pauline Writings; Wednesday Evening, Dec. 7 — The Gospels and Acts of the Apostles Time Zone: CST Delivery: Hybrid – In person and online Register: Archdeacon Catherine Harper Course: Foundations in Theology I and II School: SOD, Core Subject Instructor: Rev. Dr. Trish McCarthy Time Frames: Friday, Oct. 28 at 7 to 9 p.m. & Saturday, Oct. 29 at 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Friday, Nov. 25, at 7 to

9 p.m. & Saturday, Nov. 26, at 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Time Zone: CST Delivery: Hybrid – In person and online using Zoom; Location: TBA Register: Rev. Dr. Trish McCarthy SPRING 2023 Course: Anglican Diocese of Saskatoon: Diocesan Discernment Process School: S.O.D., Core Requirement Facilitator: Rev. Dr. Trish McCarthy with 8 - 9 people with selected experience base and insight Time Frames: Wednesday, January 11, 2023 from 7 to 9 p.m. ONLINE WITH ZOOM; Saturday, January 14, 2023 from 9:30 to 4:30 p.m. IN PERSON ONLY Time Zone: CST Added Info: All those discerning a call, regardless of SOD years of study Delivery: As cited above; Register: Rev. Dr. Trish McCarthy saskatoonschoolofdisciple Course: Introduction to Spiritual Formation (ESC - PE 136) School: S.O.D.: Core Subject Instructor: Rev. Dr. Trish McCarthy Time Frame: Thursday, Jan. 19, 2023 for 12 weeks (excl. Mar. 9) from 5:30 to 8:30; Time Zone: CST Added Info: Includes two full-day hybrid re-

Course: Introduction to the New Testament I and II School: SOD, Core Subject Instructor: Dr. Adam Wright Time Frame: Friday, March 3, 7 to 9 p.m. and Saturday, March 4, 2023 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Friday, March 17 from 7 to 9 p.m. and Saturday, March 18, 2023 9a.m. to 4 p.m.

Time Zone: CST Delivery: Hybrid using an STU tech classroom and Zoom Register: Rev. Dr. Trish McCarthy.

Course: The Ministry of Supervision I and II (ESC – PE 351) School: SOD Co-ordinator: Rev. Dr. Trish McCarthy Instructors: Dr. Adam Wright, Dr. Brian Chartier, Bishop David Greenwood, Rev. Dr. Iain Luke, Dr. Becca Whitla, Rev. Dr. Kayko Driedger-Hesslein, Archdeacon Catherine Harper and Rev. Dr. Trish McCarthy Time Frames: Tentative Dates, Module One ,Monday, May 15 to Thursday, May 18, 2023 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Module Two Monday, June 5 to Thursday, June 8, 2023 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Time Zone: CST Delivery: Hybrid using an STU tech classroom Contact: Lisa McInnis esc.registrar@saskatoontheologicalunion.ca Prerequisite: This course is for clergy who have been ordained for over five years.