Rejoicing in Hope at the ELCIC National Convention

The Rev. Brad Mittleholtz, Pastor of Zion Evangelical Lutheran Church, is serving as Algoma’s delegate to the 2025 ELCIC National Convention in Winnipeg. As part of the Anglican-Lutheran Full Communion relationship, Brad is sharing daily reflections from this important gathering of worship, discernment, and hope. Read his Delegate Diary and explore the photo gallery from Day 1.

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Archdeacon Deborah Kraft Installed as Police Chaplain

With thanksgiving and joy, the Diocese of Algoma celebrates Archdeacon Deborah Kraft’s appointment as Chaplain to the Thunder Bay Police Service. A trusted pastoral leader in Thunder Bay for many years, Archdeacon Kraft will bring her gifts of compassion and care to support the policing community in this important ministry.

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A Vital Gathering for Algoma’s Lay Readers

The 2025 Lay Readers’ Conference invites Algoma Lay Readers to Christ Church, North Bay, September 26–27. Join us for a weekend of renewal, learning, and connection. “Whether you are new or experienced, this ministry matters deeply,” says Warden Alison Weir. Early bird registration is open—don’t miss this opportunity to grow in your calling.

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A Journey Through Temiskaming: Faith, Fellowship, and Resilience

Bishop Michael Oulton’s recent visit to the Deanery of Temiskaming was filled with stories of faith, hospitality, and community resilience. From “Soup’s On” in Cobalt to confirmations in North Bay, discover the ministries and people shaping this vibrant region. Join us in giving thanks for the clergy and laity carrying Christ’s mission in Northern Ontario.

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The Diocese of Algoma

Our diocesan mission is: ‘To share in the gathering work of Christ so that His newness of life overflows into our hearts, homes, churches, and community’.

This site is intended to help us in the pursuit of our mission, but it is a work in progress. We hope that you will find all the essential information required to make contact with one of our churches or clergy, and that you will return to visit the site soon. Better yet, we hope you will visit us in person!

The Most Reverend Anne Germond

Archbishop of Algoma

Archbishop Anne's Motto for 2025

“With joy you will drink deeply from the fountain of salvation!”
Isaiah 12 verse 3 – New living translation

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