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Family Camp Returns to Camp Gitchigomee This August

Family Camp Returns to Camp Gitchigomee This August

Families from across the Thunder Bay–North Shore Deanery are invited to Family Camp at Camp Gitchigomee, August 14–16, 2026. Sponsored by Gathering Table, the weekend offers worship, outdoor adventures, campfires, crafts, and fellowship in a welcoming Christian community. Open to families of all ages, the camp is offered by donation
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Seasons & Saints: For the week of July 10

This edition of Seasons & Saints reflects on the Benedictine tradition of daily prayer, introducing the ancient cycle of prayer offices—from Vigils before dawn to Compline at night—and inviting readers to consider how a regular rhythm of prayer can deepen their relationship with God. The note also highlights the commemoration
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Peace and Presence

A new ecumenical initiative, Peace and Presence, is creating opportunities for people across the Muskoka Deanery to gather for contemplation, creativity, and spiritual conversation. Through online discussions, labyrinth walks, book studies, and a monthly community reflection project, participants are invited to explore faith, share their experiences, and discover moments where
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Celebrating 65 Years of Faithful Love: Garnet and Charleen Allen

Family, friends, and the congregation of Trinity Anglican Church in Parry Sound gathered on July 1 to celebrate Garnet and Charleen Allen’s 65th wedding anniversary. The Diocese of Algoma joins in giving thanks for their enduring witness to Christian marriage, celebrating a lifetime marked by love, faithfulness, perseverance, and devoted
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The Rev. Thomas Ferris Appointed to New Ministry in the Diocese of Moosonee

The Diocese of Algoma offers its congratulations and prayers to the Rev. Thomas Ferris on his appointment to a new ministry at St. Matthew’s in Timmins and Iroquois Falls in the Diocese of Moosonee. Thomas has faithfully served the people of Church of the Redeemer, Thessalon, and St. Saviour’s, Blind
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A Joyful Welcome

The Diocese of Algoma is pleased to announce the appointment of the Rev. Catherine Hazlitt as incumbent of St. John's, North Bay, St. Mary's, Powassan, and Holy Trinity, Temiscaming. Beginning September 1, 2026, Rev. Catherine will bring her gifts in pastoral care, preaching, and collaborative ministry to the Temiskaming Tri-Parish
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Archbishop Anne Germond to Visit Church of the Redeemer Thessalon

Archbishop Anne Germond will visit Church of the Redeemer, Thessalon, on Sunday, July 19, as the parish also looks ahead to celebrating its 140th anniversary on August 30. Learn more about both events, including details for community singers.
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A Cup of Cold Water

In this personal reflection for Refugee Sunday, Archbishop Anne Germond recalls the kindness she experienced as a newcomer to Canada and explores the Christian call to welcome the stranger. Through a story of simple generosity and the words of Jesus, she invites congregations across the Diocese of Algoma to reflect
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