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  1. DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS TO GRANTS AND LOANS EXTENDED TO SEPTEMBER 7, 2023
  2. AN INVITATION
    Do you want to:
    - foster a habit of learning in your parish?
    - start a regular study group that meets consistently throughout the year?
    - help parishioners understand their baptismal vocation?
    - empower them to face an uncertain future?
    PLEASE CONSIDER JOINING A GROUP OF LEADERS who will participate in an exciting new endevaour in the coming liturgical year.
    Contact:     Rev. Canon Dr. Lisa Wang, Developer for Catechumenical Ministries.
  3. THANKS FOR ANOTHER WONDERFUL SEASON AT CAMP HURON!
    Help us celebrate at our closing Eucharist on Saturday August 26 at 10:30 am, outdoors, weather permitting. 
    Want to see how the summer went? Follow us on Facebook, Instagram and Tik Tok. See everyone next summer!
  4. EDUCATION FOR MINISTRY VIRTUAL OPEN HOUSES:
    Monday, August 28 at 7:00 pm
    Registration for Online and In-Person Classes beginning in June
    Education for Ministry is a small group, faith-based experience, that focuses on how our faith connects to and is lived out in our everyday life. Interested in learning more about what is available in your area? Reach out to Libi Clifford or Val Kenyon to let us know you’re coming or with questions of any kind at:EFM@huron.anglican.ca
    Sponsored and supported by the Diocese of Huron
  5. Anglican Fellowship of Prayer: Fall Conference. RULE OF LIFE: The Sisterhood of St. John Divine (From From the Perspective of a Sister, an Oblate and an Associate)
    Date: September 30, 2023, 9:30 am—12:00 pm, By Zoom.
    To register please contact: the Rev'd Ann Webber at annwebber@diohuron.org or by calling or texting info to 226-373-1391. SEE THE POSTER
  6. The Essex Deanery Lay Leadership Training Classes:  Lay leadership courses for 2023
    ◦  September 16 – Anglican History with Rev. Canon Dr. Gordon Maitland (Please read the book by Mark Chapman, Anglicanism: A Very Short Introduction, Oxford University Press, 2006)
    .  October 21 and November 18 - How to write a sermon (4 pages of the Sermon plus other resources) 
    These classes will be held in person at Canterbury College.  We have partnered with Canterbury College for the Lay Readers courses and they are providing us with the technology support to also bring the classes by zoom.  Please join us for one or for all of the classes.  Please contact Rev. Elise Chambers if you would like to attend.
    elisechambers@diohuron.org.  If you have a class you would like to teach please contact Rev. Kimberly Myer - kimmyer@diohuron.org with your idea.
  7. PRAYER WORKSHOP: "PRACTICING THE PRESENCE OF GOD". 
    Led by Rev. Canon Marian J. Haggerty
    St. Paul's Cathedral, 472 Richmond St., London, ON
    SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 16, from 10 am. 
    For detailed program SEE THE POSTER. 
    Pre-registration required before September 10. To reserve your spot, call Deacon Pat at 519-455-7119 or email: deacon@stpaulscathedral.on.ca
  8. Join us for the Deanery of Lambton's first Bishop's Friends event!
    What? -- A 2-hour after dinner cruse along the St. Clair River onboard the Duc d'Orleans II. Bishop Todd will be joining us for an opportunity to spend time with him and with each other. Finger foods provided by Sitara, cash bar available, have your photo taken onboard at our photo booth (donations welcomed). Dress is casual.
    When? -- Sunday, September 17, gathering at 6pm, leaving the dock at 6:30pm sharp.
    Where? -- Dock is located along the river in Sarnia, directions and maps available if needed.
    Why? -- Donations from Bishop's Friends events go toward the Bishop's discretionary fund.
    How? -- Tickets are $75 per person, of which $30 will be donated and eligible for a tax receipt. If you would like to make an additional donation, that will be receipted as well. Tickets go on sale Monday, July 10, space is limited so don't miss out! For more information or to purchase tickets, contact Mary-Ann at bishopsfriendslambton@gmail.com, or 519-337-4204.
    For more information     WATCH THE VIDEO
PARISH EVENTS:
  1. Please join us at the Old St. Thomas Church, 55 Walnut Street St. Thomas for our Summer Concert Series every Wednesday starting at 7 p.m.
    August 23: Ukes of Hazzard
    August 30: The Barclay Road Brass Works
  2. The Annual Corn Roast at St. Paul’s, Port Dover will be held on Saturday, August 26 (rain date Sunday, Aug 27). Serving will begin at 5:00 p.m.
    On the menu will be Norfolk corn on the cob (all you can eat), beef on a bun, salad, an ice cream dessert and beverages. Cost: $18 adult, $10 for children 10 and under, and free for children 5 and under.
    There will be door prizes, as well as live entertainment starting at 4:30, featuring Young’s Creek Road.
    Tickets are available from the Port Dover Maple Leaf and Stoney’s Hardware or from Ron Barker, Val Skeldon, Laurie and Jim Lomas, Jim Cation and June Dorie. The money raised will be put towards the steeple restoration.
  3. St. George’s Church, Thorndale: BBQ CHICKEN DINNER. Wednesday, September 13. 4:30-6:30pm Drive Thru Take Out. Our address is: 172 King St. Thorndale.
    Call for tickets: 519-461-1936 (Ed) or 519-461-1901 (Laurie). Adults: $25; Children under 12: $15.
    SEE THE POSTER
  4. St. John the Evangelist Anglican Church, Leamington: CHICKEN AND RIB DINNER
    Leamington Marina Pavilion, Friday, September 1, from 5 to 8 pm.
    Cash Bar; Take-outs available. Advance Tickets – Adults: 25.00; At the Door: 30.00; Children (6-12): 10.00
    Call for tickets: 519-326-3111.
    SEE THE POSTER
  5. A Whole Lotta Shakin Going On at St. James' Church Ingersoll Fundraiser
    St. James' Church Ingersoll is pleased to announce a very fun musical evening - dinner and concert with two outstanding artists! One of our favourite tribute artists, Jackie Grainge from Cambridge, will be singing the tunes of the 50’s and 60’s. Jackie is an awesome performer and always entertains us with her renditions of number one hits.
    And Jackie’s special sidekick will be Shon Carroll from Kitchener. Shon is a past winner at the Collingwood Elvis Festival – so yes, Elvis will be in the house!
    This outstanding dinner concert will be held one night only – Friday October 13th.
    Your evening will begin with cocktails at 6:00 pm (cash bar); dinner at 6:30 pm (a buffet deliciously prepared and served by Thamesford's Village Deli catering team), and, finally a one-hour show of all your favourite rock ‘n roll music songs. There will be “a whole lotta shakin going on”!
    Tickets for the evening are $55.00 and the venue is the Unifor Local 88 Hall on Victoria Street in Ingersoll. 
    So act now and call the church office at 519-485-0385 to reserve your tickets. Simply tell Kristy Van Kooten-Bossence, our office administrator, how many tickets you require.  A wonderful dinner and show awaits you this fall.
     
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES:

  • The Diocese of Huron is inviting applications for a Property Management Officer. 
    Position Description:
    - Position Title: Property Management Officer
    - Reports to: Archdeacon, Episcopal Office
    - Hours of Work: 32,5 hours per week; some evenings or weekends may be required
    Position Summary: 
    Reporting to the Archdeacon, Episcopal Office, the Property Management Officer is responsible for the oversight and management of real property within the Diocese.  The Officer will advise parishes and diocesan officials and staff regarding property matters ensuring compliance with civil legislation, Canon law, Diocesan policy, and risk management practices. 
    interested persons should send their resume with a cover letter to Ms. Jennifer McLaughlin, Director of Human Resources: jmclaughlin@huron.anglican.ca
    FOR MORE DETAILS GO HERE

  • Huron Farmworkers Ministry is looking for a Seasonal Outreach Service Delivery Associate. 
    We are looking for a self-starting, Spanish-speaking individual to join our team who has a passion for helping others.
    FOR MORE INFO     GO HERE OR DOWNLOAD HERE

  • St. Alban's, Delhi is seeking an organist for Sunday services at 11am, extra services at Easter and Christmas and occasional weddings and funerals.  The church has a Hammond B3 organ,
    Please send resume to:
    Bert Hooftman
    St. Alban's Church
    19 Talbot Rd
    Delhi ON N4B 1Z7
    or email:  hoof@execulink.com

  • St. John’s, Port Rowan is looking for an Organist (Part Time Employment Opportunity). Organist for Local Anglican Services - Our group enjoys singing a variety of styles of music. Organ is manual digital with full pedal. Send resume to enriquemartinez@diohuron.org
    Any questions: 519-586-3401