Funding Announcement for Lay Readers’ Conference

Funding Announcement for Lay Readers’ Conference

The Diocese of Algoma is pleased to announce that Thorneloe University has received a $5,000 grant from the Anglican Foundation of Canada to support the 2026 Diocese of Algoma Lay Readers’ Conference. Taking place September 24–27, 2026, in Sudbury, the conference will gather Lay Readers from across the Diocese for

Camp Manitou 2026 Season Update

Camp Manitou is preparing for another unforgettable summer on the shores of Whitefish Falls, with 2026 camp dates now confirmed for junior, senior, leadership, nature, and family camp sessions. Volunteers are also needed for Opening Weekend, June 19–21, to help prepare the site for the season, while the Voyageur House

Let Us Pray in May

Submitted by Carol Knox, Diocese of Algoma representative for the Anglican Fellowship of Prayer. Join the May Let Us Pray gathering on May 25 at 1:00 p.m. ET featuring Rev’d Dr. Laura Marie Piotrowicz and Rev’d Rick Pryce discussing What is This Prayer Stuff Anyway?

Christian Meditation Group in North Bay

A new Christian Meditation Group will begin this June at St. Joseph Motherhouse in North Bay, offering weekly gatherings focused on prayer, silence, reflection, and the teachings of John Main.

New Appointment to Thorneloe Board

Archbishop Anne Germond has announced the appointment of the Rev. Dr. Derek Neal as the Archbishop’s representative on the Thorneloe University Board of Governors and the Diocese of Algoma’s representative to the Ontario Provincial Commission on Theological Education. Rev. Derek brings extensive experience in parish ministry, higher education, and theological

Seasons & Saints: For the Week of May 22

This liturgical note offers a refresher on the Day of Pentecost, Ember Days following Pentecost, and Trinity Sunday, including a lighthearted reflection on how Christians speak about the mystery of the Trinity without falling into heresy. It also highlights upcoming commemorations of Bede, Augustine of Canterbury, John Charles Roper, and