Christ Church, Ilfracombe Celebrates 140 Years of Faith and Community
Join the Parish of Christ Church, Ilfracombe as it celebrates 140 years of faithful Anglican ministry in the Buck Lake community. Archbishop Anne Germond will join parishioners, friends, and visitors for a special anniversary service on July 26, followed by a luncheon celebrating the parish’s rich history of worship, fellowship, and service.
150th Anniversary of Bishophurst
The Diocese of Algoma invites the community to celebrate the 150th anniversary of Bishophurst during Doors Open Ontario on September 26, 2026. Visitors can enjoy guided tours of this historic landmark, learn about its rich heritage, and mark the occasion with a special commemorative T-shirt supporting the Anne Germond Legacy Fund.
Honouring the Rev. Norm Blanchard
The Diocese of Algoma joins Maison McCulloch Hospice in celebrating the Rev. Norm Blanchard as he concludes fourteen years of leadership in its grief support ministry. Through compassionate care, faithful service, and his diaconal ministry, Norm has accompanied countless individuals and families with Christ’s love during times of loss, leaving a lasting legacy of hope and healing.
Community Response Grows
Community organizations across Northwestern Ontario have come together to support wildfire evacuees through coordinated donation drives, volunteer efforts, and financial assistance. Archbishop Anne Germond gives thanks for the extraordinary generosity of Indigenous leaders, emergency responders, churches, charities, businesses, and volunteers as they continue to bring hope and practical care to those displaced by the ongoing wildfire emergency.
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The Diocese of Algoma
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