Seasons and Saints: Easter Joy, Earth Care, and Faithful Witness
Easter invites us into a season of joy, reflection, and renewed commitment to God’s creation. As we mark Earth Day and prepare for Rogation Days, we are reminded of our call to care for the earth and give thanks for its abundance. Alongside this, we honour faithful witnesses like Catherine of Siena and Marie de l’Incarnation, whose lives continue to inspire our walk with Christ.
ACW Annual Conference 2026
Registration is now open for the Diocese of Algoma ACW 58th Annual Conference, taking place via Zoom on Wednesday, May 27, 2026. Hosted by the Thunder Bay–North Shore Deanery, the day will include worship, reports, guest speakers, and fellowship.
In Memoriam: The Ven. Hugh Hamilton
The Diocese of Algoma joins in prayerful sorrow and Christian hope in announcing the death of The Venerable Hugh Hamilton, who died peacefully at home on Friday, April 17, 2026. A faithful priest, trusted archdeacon, and man of deep prayer, Hugh served communities across Algoma with humility, devotion, and steadfast love for the Church.
Memorial Service Announced for The Very Rev. Dr. Jay Koyle
The Dioceses of Algoma and Huron invite all who knew and loved The Very Rev. Dr. Jay Koyle to a memorial service in thanksgiving for his life and ministry on Friday, May 15, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. at St. Paul’s Cathedral. All are welcome.
Seasons & Saints: Good Shepherd Sunday…Jesus and Us
Rev. Susan Montague-Koyle reflects on Good Shepherd Sunday, the vocation of all the baptized, and the saints and commemorations remembered this week.
Month’s Mind: Remembering Jay Koyle
On the one-month anniversary of Jay Koyle’s death, Archbishop Stephen reflects on three enduring lessons Jay taught the Diocese of Algoma: that healthy churches are built through people, that God’s mission matters more than branding, and that Christians are called to “remember the future” in hope.
Seasons & Saints — April 10: Water, Water Everywhere
The Octave of Easter has ended, but the celebration continues. This week’s Seasons & Saints reflects on water as a central sign of Easter—baptism, new life, and the call to servanthood—and honours Mollie Brant (Konwatsijayenni), remembered on April 16.
Rooted and Grounded in Christ
Archbishop Anne invites parish councils and the wider Diocese to begin this season of ministry “rooted and grounded in Christ,” encouraging intentional leadership, faithful listening, and a shared commitment to Christ-centred relationships. Includes a link to a draft Parish Council Covenant resource.
Find a Church: A New, Real-Time Directory for the Diocese of Algoma
A new real-time “Find a Church” directory is now available for the Diocese of Algoma, offering a national, continuously updated listing that makes it easier for newcomers, visitors, and parishioners to find and connect with Anglican churches across the region.
Archbishop Anne Germond | Easter Sunday Message 2026
In her Easter message, Archbishop Anne reflects on the resurrection as a living promise—one that continues to bring hope, renewal, and new life into the world today.