March 2019 Issue
Grant, parishes push FaithWorks over top
Thanks to the generosity of an anonymous donor and the response of Anglicans in the parishes, the diocese’s annual FaithWorks campaign surpassed its goal for …
Campaign that provided millions is winding down
The diocese’s Our Faith-Our Hope campaign, which has provided millions of dollars to parishes, individuals and organizations, is winding down this year. No more applications …
Priest appointed to Indigenous ministry
The Rev. Leigh Kern, an associate priest at St. James Cathedral, is the diocese’s new Coordinator of Indigenous Ministries and Reconciliation Animator, effective March 1. …
Does it spark joy?
God is good. Very often we think “stuff” is good, too. Sometimes we like our stuff better than people and relationships. People can be difficult; …
Christian unity
An ecumenical service is held at St. James Cathedral during the Week of Prayer for Christian Unity in January. This year’s theme for the week …
A budget for the people
This is the executive summary of “A Budget for the People,” a brief submitted to the Provincial Standing Committee on Finance and Economic Affairs by …
Before you ask, thank
Like many others, I’ve made my fair share of donations over the years. One gift stands out from all the others. The amount was rather …
I am tempted to more doing than praying
The Ven. Kyn Barker is the Archdeacon of Toronto and coordinator of the diocese’s Community of Deacons. He is a deacon at St. Matthew the …
New director brings passion for customer service
Lilian Qian brings more than 20 years of experience in both the private and public sectors, and a passion for customer service, to her new …
Anglican, United churches have close ties
In a world of division and unrest, the Week of Prayer for Christian Unity might seem like a waste of time. However, for two of …
Church leads clothing drive for Pikangikum
On Nov. 28, Dave Gordon, a parishioner with a long history of advocating for Indigenous issues, received an email from Jennifer Manitowabi, the vice-principal at …
Travelling together towards Easter
We are en route now. For almost 30 years, I have had the joy of holding the keys and serving as the incumbent of a …