January 2019

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Parish news roundup

The Anglican January 1, 2019

Caledon community helps ring bell The bell at St. James, Caledon East has been ringing in joy and sorrow since 1901. On Nov. 11, the ...

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It has been an honour to serve

Archbishop Colin Johnson January 1, 2019

Instead of a Charge to Synod, Archbishop Johnson chose to reflect on some of the important changes in the diocese since his ordination more than ...

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Stand in solidarity with those living in poverty

Elin Goulden January 1, 2019

“Since there will never cease to be some in need on the earth, I therefore command you, Open your hand to the poor and needy ...

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Like the magi, many are searching

Bishop Jenny Andison January 1, 2019

One of the memorable moments from the consecration of Andrew Asbil as our new bishop was the recessional music, U2’s “Beautiful Day.” It was an ...

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Church, diocese respond to racist graffiti

Stuart Mann January 1, 2019

Three incidents of racist graffiti written on a church’s property in south Etobicoke have brought local citizens together and created opportunities for ministry and advocacy. ...

Church displays banners in wake of attacks

The Anglican January 1, 2019

St. Barnabas, Chester hosted the Toronto Love Quilt Project on Nov. 11. The project is an art Installation of colourful banners measuring 24 feet x ...

Church pitches in for couple’s wedding

The Anglican January 1, 2019

Members of St. Peter, Erindale and the surrounding community pitched in on Nov. 4 to give a young couple of the parish the wedding of ...

Service remembers victims of gun violence in city

The Anglican January 1, 2019

A service of lament to remember the victims of gun violence in Toronto and their families was held at the Ghanaian Anglican Church of Toronto ...

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We are in a moment in between

Bishop Andrew Asbil January 1, 2019

Bishop Andrew Asbil, the diocese’s coadjutor bishop, gave this Charge to Synod. He will become the Bishop of Toronto on Jan. 1, succeeding Archbishop Colin ...