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Announcing the 2025 Recipients of Certificates of Appreciation

Announcing the 2025 Recipients of Certificates of Appreciation

Archbishop Anne Germond has announced the 2025 recipients of the Diocese of Algoma Certificates of Appreciation. Presented around Reign of Christ Sunday, these awards honour laypeople whose faith in action, quiet service, and generous leadership sustain parish life and outreach across Algoma. Read the full list of recipients and join
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A Night of Honours and Gratitude at Thorneloe University

Thorneloe University’s 2025 Convocation celebrated new leadership, honoured several members of the Algoma community, and deepened long-standing ties between the diocese and the university. The evening included installations, awards, and a moving surprise gift of $20,000 to the Anne Germond Legacy Fund, received with profound gratitude.
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From Farm to Frame: Emsdale Youth Discover the Art of Wool Painting

Youth in the Muskoka Deanery enjoyed a remarkable PA Day adventure thanks to AFC’s Say Yes! to Kids initiative and a $10,000 Community Ministries grant. From cleaning freshly sheared wool to creating their own felt “paintings,” the Emsdale Explorers learned, played, and discovered the joy of creativity and community “from
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Celebrating Algoma Clergy Honoured as Canons in the Diocese of Toronto

The Diocese of Algoma is pleased to celebrate two clergy with Algoma roots who have been named Canons of the Diocese of Toronto: the Rev. Canon Pamela Rayment and the Rev. Canon Patrick McManus. Archbishop Anne Germond offers her warm congratulations, giving thanks for their faithful leadership and ongoing ministry
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Sudbury–Manitoulin Deanery to Host Advent Lessons & Carols Service

The Sudbury–Manitoulin Deanery will host an Advent Lessons and Carols service on Sunday, December 7th at 4 p.m. at the Church of the Epiphany in Sudbury. Led by the Ven. Glen Miller and featuring Algoma’s 35-voice Deanery Choir, all are warmly invited to this beautiful service of Scripture and song.
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Seasons & Saints – November 13

As the Christian year draws to a close, Rev. Susan Montague Koyle reflects on the meaning of The Reign of Christ, the final Sunday of the Season after Pentecost. She explores why we hear the crucifixion story on a day that proclaims Christ as King, and how God’s kingdom overturns
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Seasons & Saints, November 6

This week, Rev. Susan Montague-Koyle explores the joyful side of orthodoxy — literally, “true worship.” Drawing on the ancient principle lex orandi, lex credendi (“the law of prayer is the law of faith”), she reminds us that what and how we pray shapes what we believe. Our Sunday Eucharist, she
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Seasons & Saints – October 30

As Remembrance Day approaches, Rev. Susan Montague-Koyle helps us understand how to honour this solemn occasion within our Anglican tradition. Learn what belongs in a Sunday worship service — and what does not — and why remembering the fallen must always take place within the context of the Church’s ongoing
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Faith, Food, and Fun—from Toddlers to Teens

At St. Thomas Anglican Church in Bracebridge, Messy Church is a joyful, family-friendly ministry that brings faith to life through crafts, stories, and shared meals. With a new theme each month—this year exploring the Names of Jesus—the “operatives” at St. Thomas welcome families from toddlers to teens for organized chaos
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Holy Walk 2025

The Holy Walk returns November 21–22, 2025, at All Tribes Christian Camp on St. Joseph Island. Families, faith groups, and community members are invited to take part, with special early appointments available on Saturday for young children and those requiring accessibility accommodations.
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Diocesan Appointments

Bishop Anne Germond is pleased to announce new appointments across the Diocese of Algoma, including the Rev. Paul Baskcomb, the Rev. Brad Mittleholz, Ms. Sandy Drindak, and Ms. Brenda O’Neill. The Diocese gives thanks for their willingness to serve and for those who have faithfully completed their ministries.
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Ordination to the Priesthood: The Rev. Dean Jobin-Bevans

The Diocese of Algoma rejoices to announce that the Rev. Dean Jobin-Bevans will be ordained to the priesthood on Saturday, December 6, 2025, at St. Paul’s Anglican Church, Thunder Bay. All are welcome to attend this joyful celebration of faith and ministry on the Feast of St. Nicholas.
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A Prayer for Times of Economic Uncertainty

Archbishop Anne Germond offers words of comfort and a prayer for communities and families across Algoma facing uncertainty following recent economic challenges. She calls the Church to respond with compassion, steadiness, and prayer — reminding us that our worth is not measured by economic security, but by our belonging to
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A Visit to St. John’s, Garden River

As part of her fall schedule, Archbishop Anne Germond visited St. John’s, Garden River with Archdeacon Roberta Wilson-Garrett to meet with parish elders, offer encouragement, and pray with the community as they continue to grieve the loss of Deacon Lana. The visit also celebrated the appointment of Aydne Grawbarger as
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Seasons & Saints – October 23

As All Saints’ Day and All Souls’ Day approach, Rev. Susan Montague-Koyle unpacks what makes these observances distinct — and why only one is a Principal Feast of the Church. Learn how All Saints’ connects to baptism, the communion of saints, and the hope we share with those who have
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Fall Deanery Councils

As deanery councils gather across Algoma this fall, Archbishop Anne Germond shares a message of encouragement and prayer for all who serve in ministry. “In times of uncertainty, when the weight of ministry feels heavy and resources seem few, remember this — you are not alone… God has always done
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Seasons & Saints – October 16

Continuing her reflection on blessings, Rev. Susan Montague-Koyle invites us to rediscover what it truly means to be “blessed.” Drawing on the Hebrew roots of the word barak, she reminds us that to bless is to adore — and that God’s blessing means nothing less than being loved and accompanied
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Bearing Witness

The Diocese of Algoma joins Anglicans across Canada in congratulating the Rev. Maggie Helwig, priest at St. Stephen-in-the-Fields, Toronto, on winning the 2025 Toronto Book Award for Encampment. Her work invites readers to see and respond with compassion to the realities of unhoused life and the Church’s call to presence.
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Christmas Gift Bags for Seafarers

As the holiday season approaches, the Mission to Seafarers: Port of Thunder Bay is preparing 266 Christmas Gift Bags for international crew members who will be far from home this December. Donations of warm clothing, toiletries, and treats are needed by November 18 to help share comfort and care across
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Fall Deanery Meetings

As autumn unfolds across Algoma, our five deanery councils are gathering for their fall meetings — times of prayer, collaboration, and discernment about the life and mission of the Church in each region. Archbishop Anne reminds us that “we stay together by the spiritual practice of being together.” This fall,
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On the Road with Archbishop Anne – Fall 2025

Bishop Anne Germond’s fall schedule is filled with moments of celebration, connection, and leadership across the Diocese of Algoma and beyond. From weddings and baptisms to confirmations, clergy gatherings, and national meetings, Bishop Anne continues to walk alongside communities near and far in her ministry of presence and encouragement.
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Thanksgiving Reflections

As we gather in gratitude this Thanksgiving, we celebrate the people behind Algoma’s food security ministries — neighbours who share not only meals, but care, dignity, and hope. From Thunder Bay to Muskoka, Anglicans are feeding both body and spirit through acts of compassion that make God’s love visible in
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Seasons & Saints – October 7

This week, Rev. Susan Montague-Koyle invites us to think about how easily our theology can drift — and what “orthodox” really means. From ancient heresies to the modern “prosperity gospel,” she explores how our worship shapes what we believe, and what that means for our understanding of God’s blessings.
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A Thanksgiving Message from Archbishop Anne

This Thanksgiving, Archbishop Anne Germond reflects on the harvest of faith, friendship, and service across Algoma. She gives thanks for growing ministries of hospitality, renewed ties with Moosonee, and the generosity shown through Doors Open at Bishophurst, inviting us to see how God’s Spirit moves “quietly, faithfully, and abundantly” among
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Finance Office Update

The Diocese of Algoma Finance Office is now set up to accept e-transfers for parish payments and donations. This new option makes giving and administration simpler and more secure, especially during the Canada Post strike. Learn how to designate payments and gifts to your parish or to the Anne Germond
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Pastoral Visitation Workshop

The Cathedral Church of St. Luke the Evangelist, Sault Ste. Marie, will host a two-part Pastoral Visitation Workshop on October 25 and November 15, 2025. Running from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., the workshop offers teaching, fellowship, and formation for all who feel called to the ministry of pastoral visitation.
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Doors Open to Creatures Great & Small

As part of Doors Open Sault Ste. Marie, Bishophurst — the historic residence of the Bishop of Algoma — will host a Pet Blessing Ceremony on Saturday, October 4 from 1–3 p.m. Archbishop Anne Germond will offer blessings to pets brought by community members. Tours of Bishophurst run from 10
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Algoma Anglican Weekly News

The Diocese of Algoma has launched a fall subscription campaign to grow the Algoma Anglican Weekly News from 600 to 2,000 subscribers by the end of 2025. Archbishop Anne Germond encourages every parish to share the newsletter as a weekly touchpoint, strengthening community and sharing stories of faith across Algoma.
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New Resource for Lay Readers

As part of the 2025 Lay Readers’ Conference, Archbishop Anne Germond and the Rev. Joan Locke led an Instructed Eucharist. The service, now available on YouTube, offers commentary woven into the liturgy and is a valuable tool for training and educating Lay Readers and others who want to deepen their
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2025 Lay Readers’ Conference

Lay Readers from every deanery gathered at Christ Church, North Bay for the 2025 Lay Readers’ Conference. Highlights included a Fireside Chat with Bishop Rod BrantFrancis and Rev. Jason Tripp, formation sessions, and the dedication of the Survivors’ Flag—gifted to the Diocese of Moosonee as a sign of friendship and
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