A Heart Open to All: Deacon Lana’s Legacy and the Work of Reconciliation
“Lana’s leadership flowed not from title or role, but from wisdom, humility, and a heart open to all… As we approach National Indigenous Peoples Day—and the National Indigenous Day of Prayer—we remember that the Church is not a building. It is people, called and sent, rooted in love and relationship.”
Celebrating the Rev. Dr. Peter Armstrong
Ordained in 1989 following his theological training at Wycliffe College, Peter’s ministry has spanned rural and urban contexts in Nova Scotia and Ontario, always marked by a deep pastoral sensitivity and commitment to team ministry. Since 2015, he has served with quiet strength and steady leadership at St. Brice’s, where his impact will be deeply felt for years to come.
New Funding Opportunity from AFC
Whether your parish is working alongside a school, not-for-profit, small business, or another faith group, this funding stream is designed to help Anglican ministries expand their impact beyond church walls. From youth programs to food security initiatives, AFC is seeking projects that demonstrate the power of partnership in building stronger, more compassionate communities.
T3010 Filing Reminder
All parishes with a valid Charity Taxation Registration Number are required to file this return annually. Failure to do so may result in the revocation of your charitable status by the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA). New: Online Filing Option Available – You can now complete and upload your T3010 return online using CRA-certified software—no more printing, mailing, or faxing required.
With Gratitude for a Faithful Friend
In this season of expanded ministry, +Anne Germond offers a personal word of thanks to Archbishop Fred Hiltz, whose steady friendship and quiet encouragement have been a source of strength and grace. Reflecting on the companionship that sustains those in leadership, +Anne honours Fred’s ongoing witness—not through title, but through presence, prayer, and kindness. “Yours is a ministry that never really ended,” she writes, “it has simply deepened.”
A Farewell of Grace for Her Grace
Over and over, staff named one defining quality of +Anne’s leadership: her capacity to make people feel seen, heard, and valued—regardless of position or title. “Your leadership has added something wonderful to the heart and soul of this place,” one staff member remarked. “You reminded us that what we do matters. You greeted us in hallways, remembered our stories, and saw us not just as staff, but as people called to serve.”
Pentecost and the Power of Proclamation
On Pentecost Sunday, June 8, 2025, Archbishop Anne Germond preached a powerful and Spirit-filled sermon at Church of the Epiphany in Sudbury. Her message explored the miracle of understanding, the gift of the Advocate who walks alongside us, and the deep joy that comes from participating in God’s ongoing work of renewal.
A Message from the Co-Chairs
We want to share our hope that the Church in the Diocese of Algoma can continue to support the needs of the poor, the ill, the lonely, and all who are less fortunate—beyond our lifetimes and yours. To do that, we need lasting, visionary leadership: a bishop rooted in the life of the diocese, supported by a well-resourced office, and equipped to carry the Church’s mission into the future with courage and compassion.
Backpacks of Love
This year’s backpack campaign saw support from many corners of the North Bay community, including familiar faces from St. John’s Anglican Church, North Bay, whose members contributed generously. Children added handmade cards, while others donated much-needed supplies, showing how people of all ages can come together to make a difference.
AFC Support Grows Youth Ministry in Muskoka
Thanks to a recent grant from the Anglican Foundation of Canada, the Parish of the Good Shepherd in Emsdale has secured $10,000 in funding to strengthen its dynamic children’s ministry, which serves the rural communities of Emsdale and Port Sydney through two programs: Emsdale Explorers and PA Day Fun Fridays. These programs offer children an imaginative space to gather, learn, and belong.