November 2014

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Ancient books full of wisdom

The third section of the Tanakh (the Hebrew Bible) is called the Ketuvim or “the Writings.” This was the last section to be added to ...
Carol Goar speaks into a microphone.

‘You can show it’s possible’

“You are making a difference.” That was the message from Carol Goar, a Toronto Star columnist who has written extensively on poverty, hunger and social ...
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We have a God of second chances

The way some televangelists and certain denominations tell it, all one has to do is “accept Jesus” and one’s life will be perfect from then ...
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Ten good stewardship habits

At this time each year, many parishes embark on intentional-giving pledge drives. It is a time of great anticipation, as volunteers take stock of their ...
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Poverty strategy needs firm goals

Archbishop Colin Johnson sent this letter to Premier Kathleen Wynne in September, in response to the government’s second phase of its Poverty Reduction Strategy. The ...
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Peterborough churches sign covenant

The clergy and congregations of five Peterborough churches have signed the Anglican-Lutheran Covenant, a formal agreement of mutual ministry in the city. The signatories to ...

Website now on mobile devices

The diocese’s website, www.toronto.anglican.ca, has been optimized for mobile devices and to meet current accessibility standards. “People are increasingly using their mobile devices to communicate ...
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Course helps with invitation

With the help of an Our Faith-Our Hope grant, a group of clergy and laity in the diocese has created a new, parish-based resource that ...
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