Diocese of Nova Scotia and Prince Edward Island | Anglican Diocese in Halifax, NS

Please note that Cathedral Lane is undergoing an extensive infrastructure project, resulting in street closures around the Synod Offices. Our Parking Lot is still accessible however delays are expected. Access to the center and the Cathedral will be limited. For the first part of the project, please use College Street. We expect this access to change as sections are completed. The project will run until November of this year.

Schedule

Thursday Nov 14 – Appointments, meetings online, and Worship Service at Atlantic School of Theology 12:00 noon

Friday Nov 15 – Parish meeting and meeting online

Sunday Nov 17 – Parish of St. John’s Lunenburg Visit

Monday Nov 18 – Day off

Tuesday Nov 19 – Reading, writing and preparation day

Wednesday Nov 20 – Transgender Day of Remembrance Service of Prayer, Cathedral Church of All Saints 12:00 noon

Announcements

Bishop Sandra is pleased to announce the following appointments:

The Rev’d Lorraine Street as Priest-in-Charge of the Parish of Northumberland effective October 16, 2024, to April 30, 2025.

The Rev’d Taunya Dawson as Priest-in-Charge of the Parish of Falkland effective November 8, 2024, to April 30, 2025.

The Rev’d Debra Burleson as Priest-in-Charge of the Parish of St. Paul’s effective November 8, 2024, while the Rector is on leave.

PARISH OPENINGS - The Anglican Parish of Tangier

In accordance with Diocesan Canon 25, The Right Reverend Sandra Fyfe is accepting applications for the position of Rector for:

The Anglican Parish of Tangier and The Sheet Harbour Pastoral Charge of the United Church of Canada are seeking a full-time minister/priest. We are located on scenic Marine Drive (Highway 7) part of the majestic Eastern Shore of Nova Scotia. Both denominations are jointly seeking a full-time ordained minister/priest to lead a shared ministry. Our future plan is to have clergy-led services every Sunday, alternating between denominations. Communion services as specified by each worship planning committee. We would alternate ecumenical services on the fifth Sunday as they occur, as well as each requiring additional services at Christmas, Lent, Easter, and memorial services.

The Rectory/Manse, located in Tangier, is a well-maintained three-bedroom property which has a separate inside entrance to the church office. Fiberoptic internet has been installed. The home is just over an hour’s drive from Dartmouth, and 20 minutes from Sheet Harbour which provides many amenities and services. It is only minutes from Taylor Head Provincial Park, with its hiking trails and two beautiful beaches. There is a state-of-the-art pre-primary to 12 school in Sheet Harbour, several restaurants as well as accommodations.

The Anglican Parish of Tangier is a six-point parish with the farthest church (Mooseland) being less than a 25-minute drive from Tangier. We currently worship together one Sunday service per week, alternating between communion services depending on the availability of the priest in charge, and morning or evening prayer. We have two Licensed Lay Ministers plus a team of dedicated lay worship leaders, wardens, and lay people. We have a very supportive congregation who have recently consolidated most of our administration resulting in fewer church meetings.

The Sheet Harbour Pastoral Charge of the United Church of Canada consists of three churches, the furthest (Lochaber Mines/Malay Falls) being less than 30 minutes from Tangier. We currently worship together, alternating Sundays between Saint James Sheet Harbour, and Saint James Lochaber Mines/Malay Falls.

We currently have supply ministry twice per month, and our congregation worships at other charges and denominations on the other two Sundays. Popes Harbour United Church holds worship services twice a year for a Cemetery Service in the summer and Hanging of the Greens near Christmas.

We have an active congregation with devoted elders and stewards who continue to ensure that church services and activities take place.

Like many churches in Nova Scotia, we have an aging population. However, We are vibrant faith congregations who are very active in our churches and our communities. We continue to minister to the sick and provide a wonderful space for all who wish to attend our gatherings. We are loving, welcoming, prayerful, affirming, faithful congregations. We are seeking a dedicated and energetic minister/priest who is outgoing and approachable. The successful candidate must be a good listener, a good communicator, and someone who brings the lessons and gospel alive, making them relevant to today. A recognized goal of worship in our community of faith is to feel uplifted and renewed for the week ahead by the message and fellowship.

We require an individual to work with us in maintaining our sustainability and help our churches thrive and flourish. By sharing your gifts and passions we will be able to grow our vitality and realize our dreams. The successful candidate must have the ability to recognize leaders in the congregations because through leadership we will prosper. We are supportive of new ideas and a work-life balance for our clergy.

Thank you for your interest in joining us in this exciting new endeavour. We invite you to read our profiles and consider joining us, enjoying life on the Eastern Shore.

Deadline for applications is Friday November 1, 2024.

To receive the profile and an application form please contact Jana Gauthier, Diocesan Executive Administrator at bishopsoffice@nspeidiocese.ca .

PARISH OPENING -The Parish of Musquodoboit and Ship Harbour

In accordance with Diocesan Canon 25, The Right Reverend Sandra Fyfe is accepting applications for the position of Rector for:

The Parish of Musquodoboit and Ship Harbour is situated along the Eastern Shore scenic route Highway #7. Our parishes are located only 45-50 minutes from the extreme end to the city and 25 minutes from the closest point. There are freshwater lakes to one side and the ocean on the other with many wild islands. Within our area we have two of Nova Scotia’s most beautiful sand beaches, Martinique Beach in East Petpeswick and Clam Harbour Beach in Clam Harbour.  Each beach extends for at least 2 miles, so if you are an explorer or a walker, many hours of quiet and solitude can be had while discovering little oddities. If you are sitting in your front or backyard usually nature will visit you throughout the year.  You will see many varieties of birds, and other creatures, squirrels, raccoons and deer etc.  

We are proud to be affirming parishes in favour of equal marriage since 2019 and we advocate for the inclusion of ethnicity, gender, and sexual orientation.   

Pastoral Care is also very important to us, providing emotional, social and spiritual support to all, not just to the ones we see on Sunday morning. 

When thinking of our next rector words like compassionate, joyous, energetic, encouraging, and supportive come to mind, and for sure, a sense of humour goes a long way!    

We are a very friendly community and reach out to all in need or sadness. We are proud to say we live on the Eastern Shore because, to anyone who knows the shore, it means friendly (peace, harmony, love and caring by all).   

For the full posting and details on how to apply click HERE.

Nothing can stop Christmas! We continue to share with seafarers the joy and spirit of the holidays through gift-giving. The campaign is also our additional way of thanking the Hidden Heroes for their sacrifices and hard work. In many ways, the seafarers deeply appreciate the presents they receive from people who care beyond their homes and families.

We appreciate your on-going support for our shoebox initiative. Please find attached a list as you prepare your packages and/or items to be delivered to 844 Marginal Road. Please note that shampoos should be no larger than 375ml to fit into the shoebox gifts. The campaign will officially start after our November 21st Christmas Take-Out luncheon.

Those who are interested in coming in to volunteer will be scheduled to be trained by Aurora, Susan or Carol.

Friday team is already established (Margie & Marianne).

Please reach out to Aurora who will maintain the shoebox volunteer schedule at 902-483-7362 or auroraulloaparsons@gmail.com or Helen directly.

We will begin building shoeboxes on Monday, November 25th. Those who wish to volunteer will be trained by Aurora, Susan or Carol. ONLY the items listed will be placed in the shoebox gifts.

We are grateful for your continued support.

WHAT IS IN THE SHOEBOX:
- Hat/toque
- Scarf or neck warmer
- Gloves/mitts
- Socks
- Wrapped hard candy (no chocolate)
- Soap
- Toothpaste
- Toothbrush
- Shampoo or body wash (maximum 350 ml)
- Shaving foam
- Razors
- Deodorant
- Lip Balm
- Playing cards
- Souvenir of Canada
- Pen/pencil
- Christmas card
- Tissues (small package)
- Comb
The list is deemed as essential items the seafarers generally and personally need onboard. All shoeboxes are gift-wrapped by a team of volunteers, signifying the gifts are produced with joy, love and passion, driven by the spirit of Christmas.

On Wednesday, November 20, following Transgender Awareness Week (November 13-19), the Cathedral Church of All Saints will be open for prayer, candle lighting and reflection in honour of Transgender Day of Remembrance.

All are welcome and the doors will be open from 9:00 am to 6:00 pm, with a service of prayer at 12 noon.

Transgender Day of Remembrance is a day to memorialize those who have died as a result of transphobia. The day was founded to draw attention to the continued violence directed towards transgender people. There will be information from around the world on the lives lost this past year as a result of transphobia. This display is based on the work of Trans Murder Monitoring. Please note that this may be very distressing for some individuals, so please take care of yourself as needed.

The 2023 Trans Murder Monitoring data shows that 350 trans and gender diverse people were reported murdered between October 1, 2023, and September 30, 2024. This is a significant increase in comparison with the previous year, when 321 cases were reported. These numbers are just a small glimpse into the reality on the ground. Most cases worldwide continue to go unreported. Those that are reported receive very little attention. The Trans Murder Monitoring data does not include all reported cases worldwide, as not all trans and gender diverse murder victims are identified as trans or gender diverse in reports of their death. These figures must therefore be understood in the specific social, political economic, and historical contexts in which they occur. This year, the Trans Murder Monitoring project has documented one of the highest death tolls since its beginning in 2008.

From November 11-22, world leaders, civil society, Indigenous peoples, and others will gather at the COP29 conference in Baku, Azerbaijan to advance action on addressing the climate emergency.

Despite increasingly clear evidence of the climate emergency, leaders across the world and particularly in Canada are failing to take the decisive action needed to protect our world, and particularly the most vulnerable members of the global community. Canada has yet to reduce our national emissions, our government continues to approve and subsidize new fossil fuel infrastructure, and we are not meeting our commitments to assist countries in the Global South to transition to low carbon energy sources and adapt to the impacts of climate change. This cannot continue.

In recognition of the need for change, For the Love of Creation invites groups across Canada to host candlelight vigils in their own communities on the weekend of November 15-17, 2024. This will be a time to reflect and share our love for our planet, our concern for ourselves, humanity and all our non-human relations at risk from climate change. It is also a time to share hopes for truly transformative action to happen at COP and through each other.

We encourage people to use their local events to highlight local climate-related issues that are important to them, as well as global issues such as climate finance for mitigation, adaptation and loss & damage in the Global South. We will amplify each other’s voices by acting on the same weekend. Let’s light up the whole Canadian map!

We need volunteers across the country, like you, to help organize these moments of public witness with us.

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