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BISHOP TODD'S VIDEO MESSAGE: 
DREAMS & VISIONS
ST. PAUL'S CATHEDRAL IS UNDERGOING A MAJOR TRANSFORMATION
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  1. Good News from Camp Huron: 
    Online Registration for our upcoming season, EVERGREEN, is now open! 
    This year we are offering 6 sessions of our Week-long Overnight Sessions, 2 sessions of  Our Leader in Training Program. Announcing, new for this year, Day Trippers a Monday to Friday program for children who to join a cabin group, during the day,  from breakfast to dinner. 
    Sign up by going to www.camphuron.ca  
    Bursaries and payment  plans are available.
    For more information contact gerryadam@diohuron.org  or call 519-434-6893 ext 217
  2. Camp Huron is once again part of the 2025 Say Yes! to Kids campaign through the Anglican Foundation of Canada! 
    - HELP US FUND OUR BURSARY PROGRAM 
    - SUPPORT THE PLANTING OF A NATIVE TREE GROVE ON CAMP HURON SITE
    - THANKS TO A $10,000 MATCHING GIFT FROM THE HURON ACW, EVERY DONATION WILL BE DOUBLED - UP TO $10,000!
    FIND OUT MORE AND DONATE HERE
    DOWNLOAD THE BULLETIN INSERT AND POSTER HERE
  3. CAMP HURON ANNUAL CLEAN-UP DAY
    Time to sweep out the cobwebs, trim the tall grass, and tidy up the camp for our upcoming summer programs! 
    Saturday June 21, 2025 9:30 am - 4:00 pm 
    For all the details click Here 
    For questions and to RSVP contact gerryadam@diohuron.org
  4. The Diocese of Huron is hosting General Synod 2025 this summer, Monday June 23 to Sunday June 29.  Events and activities will be held at St Paul's Cathedral and the RBC Place (London Convention Centre.) The Local Arrangements Committee is looking for volunteers to help welcome and look after the delegates and guests.  There are lots of different jobs to be done and many time slots available.
    Check our website for details HERE 
    Then register HERE  
    Got questions?  Email  generalsynod2025@diohuron.org
  5. Education for Ministry: OPEN HOUSES
    Virtual Open Houses:
    - Wednesday, August 27th  7:00pm ZOOM LINK
    Introducing both the Revised Classic EfM Program and the NEW one-year Wide Angle Program
    Reach out to Libi Clifford or Val Kenyon at EFM@huron.anglican.ca or by calling 519-854-9998 for more info and to let us know that you're coming! 
  6. The Essex Deanery Lay Leadership Training Classes: Lay leadership courses for 2025 and early 2026.
    These classes will be held in person at Canterbury College. Classes are from 10:00 am - 2:30pm with 30 minutes for lunch.
    We have partnered with Canterbury College for the courses and they are providing us with the technology support to also bring the classes by zoom. Please join us for one or for all of the classes.
    This year we have decided to focus on the core subjects.
    Sept 20- Church History
    Nov 15- Liturgy
    Jan 17 and Mar 21, 2026 - Preaching
    Please contact Rev. Elise Chambers if you would like to attend: elisechambers@diohuron.org. If you have a class you would like offered that would be beneficial for the laity or one you would like to facilitate please contact Rev. Kimberly Myer - kimmyer@diohuron.org. Or Rev. Elise Chambers elisechambers@diohuron.org
  7. ON MARCH 1, 2025 PWRDF CHANGED ITS NAME TO ALONGSIDE HOPE.
    READ MORE HERE
    Alongside Hope is responding to cuts in foreign aid, both from the US and globally. What can you do to help our initiative? READ MORE HERE and find a link to DOWNLOAD A BULLETIN INSERT. 
    LATEST NEWS: AIRSTRIKES AGAINST AL-AHLI HOSPITAL IN GAZA. READ HERE and HERE
  8. Attention new Wardens, Treasurers and Parish Administrators:
    Huron University's Licentiate in Theology Program offers a trio of Parish Administration courses to both equip and inspire lay leaders in their ministry roles.
    Conveniently hosted over three Saturday sessions, these courses can be taken separately, or together. Upon completion of all three Saturday sessions, participants will earn a Certificate in Parish Administration and Leadership from Huron's Faculty of Theology.
    As these courses have been sponsored by the Anglican Diocese of Huron, all participants from the Diocese of Huron are able to register free of charge!
    Look to our Huron LTh Page for registration options in the days ahead: https://huronu.ca/programs/theology/life-long-learning/
    FOR MORE INFORMATION AND COURSES DETAILS CHECK THE POSTER
  9. CANTERBURY COLLEGE: NEW LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES FOR ALL! 
    Registration is now available online at https://www.uwindsor.ca/canterbury/ or by scanning the QR Code in the graphics provided.
    CONTEMPLATIVE PRAYER&PRACTICE CERTIFICATE:
    Course Date:     June 14, 21, 28, July 5, 12
    Time: Saturdays, 10am-4pm
    Delivery: In-person (hybrid available)
    More info and to register: POSTER
  10. SERVICES AT THE MOHAWK CHAPEL FOR 2025:
    Sunday, October 5 (Thanksgiving Service) at 2 pm
    Sunday, December 7 (Christmas Service) at 2 pm
    H. M. Royal Chapel of the Mohawks, 301 Mohawk Street, Brantford, 519-445-2953
  11. Exciting Funding Opportunity!
    Are you passionate about community ministry and innovative outreach? Do you have a vision for a bold and creative partnership that could make a lasting impact? The Anglican Foundation of Canada’s 2025 Request for Proposals (RFP) for Community Ministry Partnerships has been announced!
    This year, The Anglican Foundation of Canada is looking for transformational initiatives that establish or expand community partnerships and bring people together in meaningful ways.
    Now is the time to start dreaming, planning, and building connections! There is $50,000 in funding available, and applications open September 1—so take the next few months to explore opportunities, gather your team, and get ready to apply!
    Mark your calendar: Applications open Sept. 1
    Check here for details: https://www.anglicanfoundation.org/2025rfp/

PARISH EVENTS

  1. Strawberry Social and Live Auction
    Friday, June 13th, 2025
    Canon Davis Memorial Church, Sarnia, 380 N Russell St (@ Maxwell)
    $15 per person
    Hotdog and Strawberry Shortcake at 5 pm
    Live Auction at 6:30 pm
    Register for Auction upon arrival. You will be assigned a bidding number.
    POSTER
  2. 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!
    2025 dates:  June 20, July 18, Aug 15, Sep 19, Oct 17, Nov 21, Dec TBD
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    Almighty Roast Beef Dinner Fundraiser
    Still on the 4th Friday of the scheduled month from 5 to 6:30pm @ $20.00 per meal.  Advance tickets are available from the office or can be purchased at the door.  Take-Out also available.  Come out & enjoy a heavenly meal!
    May Kin Music Band Dances
    Join us on the months LISTED HERE with Brian May & Family (May Kin Music Band) and Friends for great night of music, dancing and food. Come out early when the doors open at 5pm to have supper from the cafe (different theme & menu every month
    Music and dancing from 5:30 to 9:30. Cash Bar. Proceeds benefit Anita May Music & Mental Health Fund.
    OUR JUNE DANCE: JUNE 14 - Chico & Dylan Return the Favour Benefit for St. Thomas, featuring Hogwild and Special Guest! 
    Doors open @ 5pm with music and dancing from 6 to 10pm. Cafe available with beef or sausage on a bun, nachos... Cash Bar. Admission: $15 advance, or $20 at the door. Get your tickets before they sell out!
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  3. BOOK NOOK ANNIVERSARY SALE & BBQ
    JUNE 21st  10am to 3pm
    Holy Trinity St. Stephen's Memorial, 727 Southdale Rd. E., London is hosting our 4th Book Nook's Anniversary 10am to 3pm. All Books on sale 4 for $1. //  50% off DVDs, Music & Games!!  Lots of Meat Pies & Crafts for sale along with our mouthwatering BBQ.
  4. St. George's of Forest Hill, Kitchener is hosting a Neighbourhood Block Party on June 21, from 11:00am to 2:30pm.  Lots of fun activities for everyone.
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  5. Christ Church Amherstburg will be holding a High Tea Party on June 21, from 2 to 4 pm. Advance Tickets only will be sold, as we have limited seating. POSTER
  6. UPCOMING EVENTS AT ST. GEORGE'S, LONDON: 
    Choral Evensong, St. George’s, London.
    The regular services of Choral Evensong at St. George’s at 227 Wharncliffe Rd North will continue in 2025 on the fourth Sunday of every month, as follows:
    June 22nd
    All services will begin at 4:00 pm. Please note that there will be no Choral Evensong services during the months of July and August.  The regular services will begin again in September 2025.
    Our Parish Theologian, The Rev'd Canon Dr. Timothy Connor, is leading a three-part series which will continue this Winter, The Legacy of Anglicanism - Difficult, Delightful, Deep.
    Part Three  of the series, 'The Deep Legacy' will begin in October 2025.
    For more information, check the information pamphlet: The Legacy of Anglicanism. 
  7. Parish of the Holy Spirit Anglican Church in Seaforth, Ontario (formerly known as St. Thomas' Anglican Church) is celebrating its 170th Anniversary on Sunday, June 29th, 2025 beginning at 4pm with worship followed by a delicious supper.
    We are looking forward to having old and new friends attend our special anniversary celebration.
    If you have photos of the church you'd like to share for our slide show, then please email them to Joanne Rowcliffe at stonedogfarm@tcc.on.ca by June 20th.   Email Joanne if you need further information on the day.
  8. Holy Trinity St. Stephen's Memorial Church will be hosting TWO parish events on Sat., June 21st and Sun., June 29th. Their Book Nook and BBQ Sale will be held on Sat June 21st. POSTER 
    On Sunday, June 29th the parish's 75th Anniversary Celebration, will be held and their hope to see many of their former parishioners who have moved to different locations in the diocese. POSTER
  9. The Old St. Thomas Church in St. Thomas will be hosting its annual Summer Concert Series every Wednesday in July and August starting at 7 p.m.
    July 2nd Triple "S"
    July 9th John Milles
    July 16th the Garage Guys
    July 23rd The Barkly road Brass Works
    July 30th Ian Masson
    August 6th Rural Roots
    August 13th Railway City Wind Ensemble Musicians
    August 20th St. Hilda's and St. Luke's choir
    August 27th Ukes of Hazard

St. Paul’s Cathedral, London, Ontario, is preparing for the General Synod in London this month with an invitation to those who would like to participate in the CHOIR for this special occasion, which will include the election of a new Primate.

For more information please click this link.

If you are interested in participating, please reply by clicking this link and completing this very simple Google Form.

 

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

OFFICE ADMINISTRATOR at ST. JAMES’ ANGLICAN CHURCH – CAMBRIDGE 
Primary Responsibilities: To maintain the church office and provide administrative support. 
This is an in-office position, Monday to Friday, with occasional evening or weekend availability for meetings or special events. Expected hours: 20 per week. 
A current vulnerable criminal record check will be required. 
For full description and more details CHECK HERE. 
Apply to office@stjamesang.ca with a resume and cover letter with "Office Administrator" in the subject line. 

ORGANIST/CHOIR DIRECTOR at GRACE ANGLICAN CHURCH - BRANTFORD
Grace Anglican Church Brantford, Ontario seeks an Organist/Choir Director.
The position involves planning and leading organ music for worship; playing the organ and piano for the 10:30 a.m. Sunday Service (10 am in the summer) and for other celebrations and feast days including Christmas Eve and Holy Week (some evening services); and accompany the choir for Thursday evening rehearsals.
Grace's music ministry has a long tradition of organ and choral music; we also enjoy congregational singing.  The parish has a large 1907 three manual five division Casavant organ and a Steinway Grand piano. Our congregation generally prefers traditional music but certainly welcomes contemporary music as well. 
This is salaried part-time (11 to 12 hours per week & 4 weeks holidays) plus extra pay for funerals and weddings under the supervision of the Rector. 
Please send your resume with a cover letter and salary expectations to Canon Dr. Stephen Hendry (stephenhendry@diohuron.org)

CHILDREN/YOUTH WORKER at TRINITY ANGLICAN CHURCH - COTTAM
Are you passionate about inspiring and guiding young minds? Trinity Anglican Church in Cottam is looking for an enthusiastic, reliable, and creative Children/Youth Worker
What You’ll Do:
• Create and run fun and meaningful lesson plans.
• Provide care and support for the needs of children and youth.
• Be an active part of our vibrant church community.
What We’re Looking For:
• A high school diploma or equivalent (required).
• At least 2 years of experience in a similar role (preferred).
• Excellent communication and people skills.
• Confidence with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and social media platforms (preferred)
Why Trinity Anglican Church?
We’re a warm, friendly congregation committed to growing together in faith. This role is a chance to make a real difference while being part of a supportive church family.
Interested?
Call us at 519-839-5303 to learn more or to apply. We’d love to hear from you!