HURON CHURCH HOUSE CHRISTMAS OFFICE HOURS:
MONDAY, DECEMBER 25 THROUGH JANUARY 1 OFFICE WILL BE CLOSED.
REGULAR OFFICE HOURS (9-4:30. Monday to Friday)
RESUME ON TUESDAY, JANUARY 2
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OUR ADVENT JOURNEY (WITH BISHOP TERRY DANCE)
New ADVENT VIDEO SERIES
THIRD SUNDAY OF ADVENT POSTED ON OUR WEBSITE
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Deadlines for Grants and Loans applications this program year are as follows:
January 4. 2024
March 14, 2024 - PWRDF HURON: HOLY LAND OUTREACH UPDATE
PWRDF Huron Chair Rev. Greg Jenkins replies to two most recent questions asked about donations to Gaza Hospital.
READ MORE HERE
Al-Ahli Anglican Episcopal Hospital is the oldest hospital in Gaza, founded in 1882 by the Church of England. It receives no funding whatsoever by Hamas (contrary to some reports). PWRDF has transferred the initial $30,000 We have supported this hospital for years as a partner, and are actively accepting donations for Al-Ahli Arab Hospital through the PWRDF Gaza Hospital Appeal.
How you can help: To support the al-Ahli Arab Hospital during this time of crisis, please donate online to our Gaza Hospital Emergency Appeal. You can also donate by phone at 416-822-9083 (or leave a message toll-free at 1-866-308-7973 and we will return your call) or by mail. Send your cheque to PWRDF, 80 Hayden Street, 3rd Floor, Toronto, ON, Canada, M4Y 3G2. Please indicate “Gaza Hospital” in the memo field.
PARISH EVENTS:
- St. Paul's Cathedral:
The service of Nine Lessons & Carols will be held on Sunday, December 17 at 4:00pm.
All are welcome! - Upcoming events at Holy Trinity/St. Paul’s Chatham:
Music at Holy Trinity/St. Paul’s: See the POSTER for more information
Holy Trinity St. Paul’s, 81 Selkirk Street (at Victoria), Chatham, Ontario 519-354-1072 - EVENTS AT CANON DAVIS CHURCH, SARNIA:
December 24, 5:00PM. Canon Davis Memorial Church, Sarnia, invite you to attend their Christmas Eve Candlelight Service. Reverend Jon Forbes will be giving Holy Eucharist at this very special service. POSTER - St. George's London:
The service of Nine Lessons & Carols will be held on Sunday, December 17 AT 4:00PM.
Choral Evensong will continue on the fourth Sunday of the month in 2024 beginning with Sunday, January 28. - St. Johns in Arva will be holding the Lessons and Carols service on December 17 at 10:30 am. Our Christmas services on Dec. 24 and Dec. 25 include a special Children’s Service at 4:30 on Christmas Eve. Posters for our schedule and the Children’s Service are provided. All are welcome.
- You’re invited to join us for Moments of Solace. Sunday, December 17 at 3pm at St George’s Anglican Church, Goderich, or Thursday, December 21 at 7pm at Knox Presbyterian Church, Bayfield (2 Main St N, at the crosswalk).
An opportunity to just ‘be,’ in the candlelight, blanketed with quiet song, because sometimes the season is anything but “merry.” Sponsored by Solace Bedside Singers, St George’s, Knox, Huron Hospice & Jessica’s House - St. John the Evangelist, Leamington: CHRISTMAS DINNER. Christmas Day, December 25. Dine-in starting at noon. Take-out available for pick-up at 1 pm. Delivery available for shut-ins (Leamington, Wheatley and Kingsville only).
Call 519-326-3111 to register by Dec. 24 noon. POSTER - Saturday December 16 - Christmas Vendors Market at St. Paul’s Anglican Church Essex from 10am till 2pm - 92 St Paul Street Essex - Lots of gift items, lunch, baked goods and lunch!! 519-776-7711 for more details
- ELVIS IS COMING! (a.k.a. Rev. Matt Martin). Holy Trinity St. Stephen’s Memorial, 727 Southdale Rd at Wellington, Thursday, April 11, 2024, at 7 pm. Tickets: $30.00. Contact: 226-456-8776 or holytrinityststephens@gmail.com In support of HTSSM Mission & Ministry and CAMP HURON.
POSTER - The Book Nook at Holy Trinity St. Stephen's Memorial - (727 Southdale Rd. E.) will be closed December 23rd and 30th for holidays.
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES:
- The Church of the Holy Saviour in Waterloo, Ontario seeks a person with experience or familiarity with traditional Anglican choral and keyboard music leadership.
The congregation is vibrant and growing. The sanctuary has a well-maintained 1987 Casavant Pipe Organ (2 manuals, 18 stops). The Chancel Choir (singing weekly) has 22 SATB voices. With one rehearsal midweek, one before the service, and one main Sunday service (alternating Book of Alternative Services and Book of Common Prayer), monthly evensong, special services, in addition to overseeing the Choral Scholar program, see to the maintenance of the organ and piano, and weekly meetings with clergy leadership, it is estimated that this part-time position will demand 15-17 hours a week.
The appointee will be expected to meet annually with the rector to evaluate past achievements and explore a vision for the future. Vacation is provided, and a benefits package is optional. Remuneration will be commensurate with experience and qualifications as described in the RCCO Salary Guidelines. Applications (which will be treated in strictest confidence) are now being received.
Please direct inquiries or applications to greg@holy-saviour.on.ca. Our congregation’s profile is available at www.holy-saviour.on.ca -
Trinity Anglican Church in Cottam, is searching for a friendly, reliable and motivated Children/Youth coordinator.
In this position, you will be responsible for a range of duties including developing lesson plans, assigning homework, responding to issues, and addressing children/youth needs.
Employment requirements:
- High school diploma or equivalent qualifications.
- A minimum of 2 years experience in a similar role (if possible).
- Proven experience as an educator is advantageous (if possible).
- Becoming an active Church member.
- Good understanding of planning and developing lesson plans.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint and other social media.
If interested, please call the church office at 519-839-5303 - 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 1Z7or email: hoof@execulink.com - Principal, Canterbury College
Canterbury College invites applications for the position of Principal (part-time, approx. 15 hours per week), beginning May 1, 2024. For job description go to: https://www.uwindsor.ca/canterbury. To apply, send resume and names and contact information of three references to: the Venerable Jane Humphreys, Canterbury College, 2500 University Ave. W, Windsor ON N9B 3Y1, or via email to canter@uwindsor.ca.
- 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