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  1. Next deadline for Grants and Loans applications is TODAY, March 14, 2024
    Please send applications to the Secretary-Treasurer, Archdeacon Tanya Phibbs at tphibbs@huron.anglican.ca

  2. GOOD NEWS FROM CAMP HURON!
    We can't wait for our upcoming season, Dream On! Online registration IS NOW OPEN! 
    Spaces in some weeks are filling up! Register now to avoid disappointment!
    CHECK OUR 2024 PROGRAMS, DATES AND FEES HERE. 
    For more info contact gerryadam@diohuron.org 519-434-6893 ext. 217
  3. COMING HOME
    If you are interested in exploring points of intersection between housing insecurity, our faith and scripture, the “Coming Home” Book Study, being offered for Lent on ZOOM on the Saugeen (Bruce) Peninsula may be a good fit.
    The study is 5 sessions, with each session studying a story or article, and looking at that item in tension with our faith and scriptures. 
    Mondays at 1-2.30 pm, for 5 Mondays (last session: March 18)  
    https://zoom.us/j/93327527142?pwd=aDVkdkFvK3ZBcE4rMWhzQjBrTGJVdz09
    Meeting ID: 933 2752 7142
    Passcode: 472890
    Study resource is available HERE
  4. The Anglican Fellowship of Prayer: The Bishop of Huron Prayer Conference
    Saturday May 4, 10:00am to 3:00pm, Church of St. Jude’s, 1537 Adelaide St. N. London
    Cost: $20.00 (includes lunch)
    To register: Please contact Rev. Mary Farmer (maryfarmer@diohuron.org)
    Last date to order lunch will be Wednesday, May 1, 2024
    FOR MORE INFO CHECK THE POSTER
  5. WARDEN AND TREASURER WORKSHOP REGISTRATION
    This year we are offering two dates: one in person and one online.
    - Friday, March 15, Holy Trinity/St Paul's, 81 Selkirk St Chatham ON N7L 1Y8
    10:00am - 3:00pm (lunch provided)
    Cost $10 (to help off-set the cost of lunch) - we will bill the parish
    OR
    - Saturday, March 23 online 10:00 AM - 3:00PM (no charge)  -     Zoom link will be provided closer to the event to those registered
    Archdeacon Tanya Phibbs, Executive Archdeacon; Ms. Jacquie Davison, Director of Finance; and Ms. Jennifer McLaughlin, Director of Human Resources will facilitate areas including:
    Canons & Constitution
    Policies and Procedures
    Accountability, Liabilities
    Safe Church
    Employment Issues
    REGISTER FOR EITHER SESSION HERE
  6. Huron’s Licentiate in Theology Program is pleased to present:
    The New Certificate in Parish Administration and Leadership Consisting of THREE COURSES:
    - Parish Administration 101 with Archdeacon Tanya Phibbs – Saturday, March 16
    - Congregational Growth and Evangelism with Rev. Dr. Grayhame Bowcott – Saturday, April 20
    - Spiritual Formation and Leadership with Rev. Canon Dr. Dawn Davis – Saturday, May 11
    Courses run from 10:00 am to 3:30 pm
    Cost to register: $125 for a single course or $300 for all three courses. To register contact: Grayhame.bowcott@huron.uwo.ca or 519.438.7224 ext. 832
    POSTER
  7. April 12-14, 2024 Cursillo Weekend hosted by Niagara Huron Anglican Cursillo, to be held at Mount Mary Retreat Centre.  Applications can be obtained from our website http://www.niagaracursillo.org. 
    Candidates must be sponsored by Cursillo lay or clergy and supported by a parish priest.  Please review the brochure HERE.  For more information please contact niagarahuronanglican@gmail.com.  Deadline is March 28, 2024.
  8. Anglican Church Women, Diocese of Huron
    Annual Meeting and Conference
    Saturday, April 27, 2024, at Church of the Ascension, 2060 Dundas St. East, London, ON
    Registration begins at 9am followed by Morning Prayer at 10am.
    Further Details     HERE
    LUNCH ORDER FORM HERE.
    We look forward to seeing everyone there.
  9. The Essex Deanery Lay Leadership Training Classes:  Lay leadership courses for 2024.  
    Our classes this year will begin in March.  All are welcome.  There are no tuition costs for these classes but you may be asked to purchase a book if able.  If there is a ministry you feel called to please speak with your Rector. 
    These classes will be held in person at Canterbury College. Classes are from 10:00 am - 2:30pm with 30 minutes for lunch.  
    March 23 - Safe Church Training for all who hold a position within the church. This is a mandatory training in the Diocese of Huron. 
    April 20 - Writing Intercessory Prayers and Creating a Rule of Life. Facilitator the Rev. Robert Clifford, Windsor
    May 25 - Administration.  Facilitator the Rev. Lisa Poultney, Amherstburg
    June 15 - Liturgy. What are the Anglican Liturgies and how to lead a service.  Facilitator the Rev. Canon Dr. Gordon Maitland, Sandwich
    September 21 - Listening to the Call.  What is involved to become a Priest, Priest for Specialized Ministry, Deacon or Lay Reader. Facilitator the Rev. Kimberly Myer, Leamington, Rev. Gilles Haché, Windsor and others TBD
    November, 16 - Systematic Theology. Facilitator the Rev. Elise Chambers
    We have partnered with Canterbury College for the 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 offered that would be beneficial for the laity or one you would like to facilitate please contact Rev. Kimberly Myer - kimmyer@diohuron.org.
  10. 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:
 
  1. St. George’s in Goderich has begun our new Messy Church program. We meet the first Sunday of the month, 4-6pm in the community hall. All are welcome! 
  2. St. George's London:  
    The Choral Evensong services will continue on the fourth Sunday of the month:  April 28th and May 26th.  The services begin at 4:00pm.  Please note that there is no service in March. 
  3. St. Mark's, Brantford: Caring for Yourself When You Care for Others, featuring Michelle O’Rourke. Thursday March 21 at 1 pm and 6 pm.
    St. Mark, with funds from the Community Services Recovery Fund,  will be hosting Michelle O'Rourke, Register Nurse. This is a free event. 
    Caregiving can be a very lonely, tiring and exhaustive role for those who care for others. This workshop will help caregivers to reflect not only on their challenges, but also on how caregiving can nourish them, exploring ways to keep themselves healthy in body, mind and spirit. Michelle O’Rourke is a registered nurse with an extensive background in Emergency
    Nursing, Parish Nursing, and Hospice Palliative Care. She is a sought-after speaker and award-winning author of two books on end of life. (for more info visit     www.selahresources.ca)     
  4. THE GIFTS OF IMPERFECTION
    From the northern tip of our Diocese, Tobermory, in-person and on ZOOM, Pastor Janaki, Rev. Sheryl Spencer, and the Rev. Mona Goulette will be facilitating a study of the book "The Gifts of Imperfection" by Brené Brown:
    THURSDAY AFTERNOONS 1:00 to 3:00 March 14 and 21 at Tobermory United Church.
    This study will offer a deep dive into the book The Gifts of Imperfection by Brené Brown. Exploring, in secular language, the vital realities of our individual imperfections, and where there are gifts to be found within the vulnerability that imperfection brings. 
    https://zoom.us/j/93714489663?pwd=NGJMYWUvOUYvOGZTcTl3aUMrb1JGdz09
    Meeting ID: 937 1448 9663
    Passcode: 445527
  5. PREPARING FOR LENT?
    Lenten Retreat Saturday, St. George’s of Forest Hill, Kitchener. March 23, 9am-1pm.     Facilitator: Canon Stephen. Register: 519-744-4751. POSTER
  6. UPCOMING EVENTS AT ST. THOMAS ANGLICAN, ST THOMAS:
    Community Fellowship Meal - FREE - on the 3rd Friday of each month from 5 to 6pm, doors open @ 4:30pm.  All are welcome to come and enjoy a warm meal!
    2024 dates are:  March 15th, Apr. 19th, May 17th, June 21st, July 19th, Aug. 16th, Sept. 20th, Oct. 18th, Nov. 15th, Dec. TBD.
    at St. Thomas Anglican Church, 20 Flora St., St. Thomas. POSTER
    Almighty Roast Beef Dinner Fundraiser
    on the 4th Friday of each month (except July, Aug. & Dec.) from 5 to 6:30pm, $20 per meal, advance tickets are available from the office or purchased at the door.
    Take-Out also available.  Come out & enjoy a heavenly meal!
    2024 dates are: March 22nd, Apr. 26th, May 24th, June 28th, Sept. 27th, Oct. 25th, Nov.22nd.
    at St. Thomas Anglican Church, 20 Flora St., St. Thomas,  POSTER
    Euchre Club
    IT"S BACK!!  Every Tuesday from 12:30 to 2:30pm.
    Admission by donation, coffee & tea provided.
    Come out to enjoy the fun & meet new people.
    at St. Thomas Anglican Church, 20 Flora st., St. Thomas, 519-631-7368, POSTER
  7. 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
  8. LET’S CELEBRATE EARTH DAY 2024: THE MASS FOR ALL CREATURES
    By Oliver Whitehead
    Monday April 22 at 7:30
    St. James Westminster Church    , 115 Askin Street, London
    Admission by Donation
    London Pro Musica will combine with the choir of St. James Westminster to present this exciting choral work. The choirs will be supported by members of The Antler River Project which includes the composer Oliver Whitehead and St. James music director Stephen Holowitz. The concert will be conducted by Paul Grambo.     POSTER 
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES:

  • St. Anne’s, Byron
    Join Our Team: Church Hall Rentals Coordinator Wanted!
    Are you a dynamic individual with a flair for organization and a passion for creating memorable events? Our church is on the lookout for a dedicated Church Hall Rentals Coordinator!
    Responsibilities:
    - Manage hall rentals for various events
    - Coordinate logistics and setup details
    - Ensure a seamless experience for renters
    - Foster a warm and welcoming environment
    What We're Looking For:
    - Excellent organizational skills
    - Strong communication and interpersonal abilities
    - Enthusiastic about contributing to a vibrant church community
    How To Apply:
    If you're ready to play a pivotal role in organizing church hall rentals and creating lasting memories, we want to hear from you! Contact us at 519-471-0800 to discuss this exciting opportunity. Join us in making every event special at our church! #ChurchCoordinator #NowHiring. St. Anne's Byron 519-471-0800
     
  • The Primate’s World Relief and Development Fund (PWRDF) is the Anglican Church of Canada’s agency for sustainable development and relief. Through the support of Anglican parishes across Canada, PWRDF makes financial and human resources available to partners around the world working to improve health, food security and livelihoods for vulnerable people.
    We are seeking a Communications and Marketing professional to join our team starting May 1, 2024. This full Level 6 unionized position reports to the Director of Fundraising and Supporter Relations (FSR). This is a hybrid position (most work will be completed from home, with some required presence in the PWRDF offices at 80 Hayden St., Toronto).
    The Communications and Marketing Officer supports the implementation of PWRDF’s communications and marketing strategy, working with the Communications and Marketing Coordinator to keep the website and social media channels current, write engaging stories for publication, support the production of major resources, support staff with editing and creation of materials, and supporting volunteers, parishes and dioceses with communications materials.
    Check the full     Posting and Job Description. The closing date for applications is March 22, 2024 at 5pm.
     
  • ST. JOHN THE EVANGELIST ANGLICAN CHURCH, LEAMINGTON is hiring for the position of Parish Administrator. 
    The Administrator will ensure the efficient administration of the Parish office, assisting the Wardens, Council and Clergy in the ministry of the Parish. Will liaison with the bookkeeper, envelope secretary and caretaker. Will need to become familiar with Canon and Safe Church policies of the Diocese of Huron. The position requires the candidate be pleasant and pastorally sensitive to all who enter or communicate by phone. Work will be interrupted due to church activities and visitors. Confidentiality is a must. Police check required (we supply). 
    Hours 9 am - 12 pm Monday, Tuesday and Thursday; Wednesday 9 am – 4 pm (flexible 12-15 hr/wk)
    Remuneration: TBD|
    Please submit resume via e-mail:  stjohnsleamington@diohuron.org. MORE INFO HERE

  • 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