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  1. Next deadline for Grants and Loans applications this program: 
    March 14, 2024

  2. GOOD NEWS FROM CAMP HURON!
    We can't wait for our upcoming season, Dream On! Online registration opens on FEBRUARY 24, 2024 at 6 pm.
    CHECK OUR 2024 PROGRAMS, DATES AND FEES HERE. 
    For more info contact gerryadam@diohuron.org 519-434-6893 ext. 217
  3. COMING HOME
    If you are interested in exploring points of intersection between housing insecurity, our faith and scripture, the “Coming Home” Book Study, being offered for Lent on ZOOM on the Saugeen (Bruce) Peninsula may be a good fit.
    The study is 5 sessions, with each session studying a story or article, and looking at that item in tension with our faith and scriptures. 
    Mondays at 1-2.30 pm, for 5 Mondays (Feb 19 & 26, March 4, 11, 18)  
    https://zoom.us/j/93327527142?pwd=aDVkdkFvK3ZBcE4rMWhzQjBrTGJVdz09
    Meeting ID: 933 2752 7142
    Passcode: 472890
    Study resource is available HERE
  4. The Paschal Mystery of Christ: How and Why to Celebrate the Liturgies of Holy Week
    The Doctrine & Worship Committee of the Diocese of Huron is offering on-line workshops on the liturgies of the Triduum (Maundy Thursday, Good Friday, and the Easter Vigil).
                Tuesday, 27 February 2024 – Celebrating the Triduum in a Variety of Contexts
                Tuesday, 5 March 2024 – Resources for Planning the Liturgy
                All 7:00 – 8:30 p.m. on Zoom (link below)
    The workshops will offer practical help for clergy, lay worship leaders, worship planners, and parish musicians. Whether you are new to these liturgies or want to rejuvenate an existing practice, come and explore the central liturgies of our faith.
    The sessions will be convened by our Canon Theologian, the Rev’d Dr Preston Parsons, and led by members of the Doctrine & Worship Committee: the Rev’d Canon Dr Lizette Larson-Miller, the Rev’d Canon Dr Gordon Maitland, the Rev’d Canon Dr Lisa Wang, the Rev’d Matthew Kiesewetter, and the Ven. Dr Stephen McClatchie.
    Join Zoom Meeting
    https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84624772573?pwd=d0EvSENoUkhrZmt5REdkRjdlSEpLQT09
    Meeting ID: 846 2477 2573
    Passcode: 254116
  5. ANGLICAN CHURCH OF CANADA: FAITHFUL TO THE CALL, honouring Bishop Victoria Matthews and celebrating women in episcopal ministry. Online conference. February 26, 11 am-1 pm (Eastern)
    Join us in honouring the 30th anniversary of the episcopal ordination of Bishop Victoria Matthews, the first woman to be ordained bishop in the Anglican Church of Canada. More info and to register:
    https://www.anglican.ca/primate/30th/
  6. DEANERY OF LONDON presents: A FANTASTIC EVENING OF TEACHING AND SONG in celebration of BLACK HISTORY.
    Hosted by HOLY TRINITY, LUCAN (189 Main Street). 
    March 1 at 7:00 pm. Free admission.
    More info:     POSTER
  7. WARDEN AND TREASURER WORKSHOP
    This year we are offering two dates: one in person and one online.
    - Friday, March 15, Holy Trinity/St Paul's, 81 Selkirk St Chatham ON N7L 1Y8
    10:00am - 3:00pm (lunch provided)
    Cost $10 (to help off-set the cost of lunch) - we will bill the parish
    OR
    - Saturday, March 23 online (no charge)  - link to follow
    Archdeacon Tanya Phibbs, Executive Archdeacon; Ms. Jacquie Davison, Director of Finance; and Ms. Jennifer McLaughlin, Director of Human Resources will facilitate areas including:
    Canons & Constitution
    Policies and Procedures
    Accountability, liabilities
    Safe Church
    Employment Issues
  8. Huron’s Licentiate in Theology Program is pleased to present:
    The New Certificate in Parish Administration and Leadership Consisting of THREE COURSES:
    - Parish Administration 101 with Archdeacon Tanya Phibbs – Saturday, March 16
    - Congregational Growth and Evangelism with Rev. Dr. Grayhame Bowcott – Saturday, April 20
    - Spiritual Formation and Leadership with Rev. Canon Dr. Dawn Davis – Saturday, May 11
    Courses run from 10:00 am to 3:30 pm
    Cost to register: $125 for a single course or $300 for all three courses. To register contact: Grayhame.bowcott@huron.uwo.ca or 519.438.7224 ext. 832
    POSTER
  9. April 12-14, 2024 Cursillo Weekend hosted by Niagara Huron Anglican Cursillo, to be held at Mount Mary Retreat Centre.  Applications can be obtained from our website http://www.niagaracursillo.org. 
    Candidates must be sponsored by Cursillo lay or clergy and supported by a parish priest.  Please review the brochure HERE.  For more information please contact niagarahuronanglican@gmail.com.  Deadline is March 28, 2024.
  10. Anglican Church Women, Diocese of Huron
    Annual Meeting and Conference
    Saturday, April 27, 2024, at Church of the Ascension, 2060 Dundas St. East, London, ON
    Registration begins at 9am followed by Morning Prayer at 10am.
    Further Details and Registration/Lunch Information to follow.
    We look forward to seeing everyone there.
  11. PWRDF HURON: HOLY LAND OUTREACH UPDATE
    PWRDF Huron Chair Rev. Greg Jenkins replies to two most recent questions asked about donations to Gaza Hospital.
    READ MORE HERE
    Al-Ahli Anglican Episcopal Hospital is the oldest hospital in Gaza, founded in 1882 by the Church of England. It receives no funding whatsoever by Hamas (contrary to some reports). PWRDF has transferred the initial $30,000 We have supported this hospital for years as a partner, and are actively accepting donations for Al-Ahli Arab Hospital through the PWRDF Gaza Hospital Appeal.
    How you can help: To support the al-Ahli Arab Hospital during this time of crisis, please donate online to our Gaza Hospital Emergency Appeal. You can also donate by phone at 416-822-9083 (or leave a message toll-free at 1-866-308-7973 and we will return your call) or by mail. Send your cheque to PWRDF, 80 Hayden Street, 3rd Floor, Toronto, ON, Canada, M4Y 3G2. Please indicate “Gaza Hospital” in the memo field. 
PARISH EVENTS:
 
  1. World Day of Prayer: Written by the People of Palestine. MARCH 1, 2024
    READ THE ARTIST’S STATEMENT
    - St. George’s of Forest Hill Anglican Church, Kitchener, 321 Fischer-Hallman Road. March 1 at 11 am. Reception to follow.
    Livestream Link: https://livestream.com/accounts/4258512 
    POSTER
    - St. Paul’s Cathedral, Friday, March 1st at 1 pm. Reception following. Written by the People of Palestine. 
    Check the POSTER
  2. St. George's London:  
    The Choral Evensong services will continue on the fourth Sunday of the month:  February 25th, April 28th and May 26th.  The services begin at 4:00pm.  Please note that there is no service in March. 
  3. The Blessing of the Nets Service will take place at St. Paul’s Church, Port Dover at 10:00 a.m. on Sunday, February 25. The men and women of our fishing families are preparing for a new season.  At this annual service, we pray for an abundance of fish caught and for the safety of the fishermen on our great Lake Erie. Following the service, everyone is welcome to come to our Hall for a feast of smoked fish and treats. It will be a good opportunity to share or listen to stories of Port Dover’s fishing heritage, past and present.       
  4. THE GIFTS OF IMPERFECTION
    From the northern tip of our Diocese, Tobermory, in-person and on ZOOM, Pastor Janaki, Rev. Sheryl Spencer, and the Rev. Mona Goulette will be facilitating a study of the book "The Gifts of Imperfection" by Brené Brown:
    THURSDAY AFTERNOONS 1:00 to 3:00 February 29; March 7, 14 and 21 at Tobermory United Church.
    This study will offer a deep dive into the book The Gifts of Imperfection by Brené Brown. Exploring, in secular language, the vital realities of our individual imperfections, and where there are gifts to be found within the vulnerability that imperfection brings. 
    https://zoom.us/j/93714489663?pwd=NGJMYWUvOUYvOGZTcTl3aUMrb1JGdz09
    Meeting ID: 937 1448 9663
    Passcode: 445527
  5. PREPARING FOR LENT?
    Lenten Retreat Saturday, St. George’s of Forest Hill, Kitchener. March 23, 9am-1pm.     Facilitator: Canon Stephen. Register: 519-744-4751. POSTER
  6. UPCOMING EVENTS AT ST. THOMAS ANGLICAN, ST THOMAS:
    Community Fellowship Meal - FREE - on the 3rd Friday of each month from 5 to 6pm, doors open @ 4:30pm.  All are welcome to come and enjoy a warm meal!
    2024 dates are:  March 15th, Apr. 19th, May 17th, June 21st, July 19th, Aug. 16th, Sept. 20th, Oct. 18th, Nov. 15th, Dec. TBD.
    at St. Thomas Anglican Church, 20 Flora St., St. Thomas. POSTER
    Almighty Roast Beef Dinner Fundraiser
    on the 4th Friday of each month (except July, Aug. & Dec.) from 5 to 6:30pm, $20 per meal, advance tickets are available from the office or purchased at the door.
    Take-Out also available.  Come out & enjoy a heavenly meal!
    2024 dates are: Feb. 23rd, March 22nd, Apr. 26th, May 24th, June 28th, Sept. 27th, Oct. 25th, Nov.22nd.
    at St. Thomas Anglican Church, 20 Flora St., St. Thomas,  POSTER
    Euchre Club
    IT"S BACK!!  Every Tuesday from 12:30 to 2:30pm.
    Admission by donation, coffee & tea provided.
    Come out to enjoy the fun & meet new people.
    at St. Thomas Anglican Church, 20 Flora st., St. Thomas, 519-631-7368, POSTER
  7. ELVIS IS COMING! (a.k.a. Rev. Matt Martin). Holy Trinity St. Stephen’s Memorial, 727 Southdale Rd at Wellington, Thursday, April 11, 2024, at 7 pm. Tickets: $30.00. Contact: 226-456-8776 or holytrinityststephens@gmail.com In support of HTSSM Mission & Ministry and CAMP HURON.
    POSTER
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES:
  • ST. JOHN THE EVANGELIST ANGLICAN CHURCH, LEAMINGTON is hiring for the position of Parish Administrator. 
    The Administrator will ensure the efficient administration of the Parish office, assisting the Wardens, Council and Clergy in the ministry of the Parish. Will liaison with the bookkeeper, envelope secretary and caretaker. Will need to become familiar with Canon and Safe Church policies of the Diocese of Huron. The position requires the candidate be pleasant and pastorally sensitive to all who enter or communicate by phone. Work will be interrupted due to church activities and visitors. Confidentiality is a must. Police check required (we supply). 
    Hours 9 am - 12 pm Monday, Tuesday and Thursday; Wednesday 9 am – 4 pm (flexible 12-15 hr/wk)
    Remuneration: TBD|
    Please submit resume via e-mail stjohnsleamington@diohuron.org no later than Monday, February 19, 2024. MORE INFO HERE

  • Trinity Anglican Church in Cottam, is searching for a friendly, reliable and motivated Children/Youth coordinator.
    In this position, you will be responsible for a range of duties including developing lesson plans, assigning homework, responding to issues, and addressing children/youth needs.
    Employment requirements:
    - High school diploma or equivalent qualifications.
    - A minimum of 2 years experience in a similar role (if possible).
    - Proven experience as an educator is advantageous (if possible).
    - Becoming an active Church member.
    - Good understanding of planning and developing lesson plans.
    - Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
    - Proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint and other social media.
    If interested, please call the church office at 519-839-5303

  • St. Alban's, Delhi is seeking an organist for Sunday services at 11am, extra services at Easter and Christmas and occasional weddings and funerals.  The church has a Hammond B3 organ,
    Please send resume to:
    Bert Hooftman
    St. Alban's Church
    19 Talbot Rd
    Delhi ON N4B 1Z7or email:  hoof@execulink.com

  • Principal, Canterbury College 
    Canterbury College invites applications for the position of Principal (part-time, approx. 15 hours per week), beginning May 1, 2024. For job description go to:  https://www.uwindsor.ca/canterbury. To apply, send resume and names and contact information of three references to: the Venerable Jane Humphreys, Canterbury College, 2500 University Ave. W, Windsor ON N9B 3Y1, or via email to canter@uwindsor.ca.
     
  • St. John’s, Port Rowan is looking for an Organist (Part Time Employment Opportunity). Organist for Local Anglican Services - Our group enjoys singing a variety of styles of music. Organ is manual digital with full pedal. Send resume to enriquemartinez@diohuron.org
    Any questions: 519-586-3401