Seasons & Saints: For the Week of June 28

Seasons & Saints: For the Week of June 28

This edition of Seasons & Saints explores the connection between the National Indigenous Day of Prayer and Canada Day, inviting reflection on reconciliation, shared stewardship, and our common life as Canadians. It also highlights the Holy Day of St. Peter and St. Paul and the feast of St. Thomas the

Restoration of Historic Anglican Cemetery

Community members of all ages are invited to take part in a Garden River Anglican Cemetery clean-up on Saturday, July 11, 2026. The event will focus on caring for this important place of remembrance through grounds maintenance, headstone cleaning, and community stewardship, while providing opportunities for fellowship and volunteer service.

Gearing Up for Summer

Clergy from throughout the Muskoka Deanery gathered at St. Mark’s, Milford Bay, on June 9 for a Clericus BBQ, enjoying fellowship, conversation, and mutual encouragement ahead of the summer season. For Muskoka parishes, July and August are among the busiest months of the year as churches welcome cottagers, seasonal residents,

Blessing of the Fleet

Boaters, mariners, and members of Thunder Bay's waterfront community gathered at Prince Arthur's Landing Marina on June 20 for the annual Blessing of the Fleet, a tradition that has offered prayers for safety on the waters of Lake Superior since 2002.

Lay Readers’ Conference 2026

Lay Readers and other interested Anglicans are invited to gather in Sudbury from September 24–27, 2026, for the 2026 Lay Readers’ Conference, Bring God’s Grace and Love. Hosted in partnership with Thorneloe University, the event includes a public lecture, a theological intensive on Indigenous biblical interpretation led by Rev. Dr.

Refugee Sunday in Algoma

Archbishop Anne Germond has designated August 23, 2026, as Refugee Sunday throughout the Diocese of Algoma. Responding to an invitation from the Primate of the Anglican Church of Canada, congregations are encouraged to pray for displaced people, reflect on the Christian call to hospitality, and make use of worship and

A Joyful Celebration

Family, friends, clergy, and members of the Diocese of Algoma gathered at St. Luke’s Cathedral on June 24 to celebrate the ordination of the Rev. Benjamin Paul to the sacred order of deacons. The service marked an important milestone in Benjamin’s ministry as he committed himself to serving Christ and