Fifty ACW members and guests converged on St. Margaret’s Anglican Church in Fredericton on May 8 for the annual ACW meeting. The theme for the day was “Staying the Course.”

After registration, coffee and snacks, the day began with a service of Holy Eucharist, with Archbishop David Edwards preaching.

Bishop David illustrated the concept that things don’t always go according to plan by telling a story of his sailing a boat, only to have it capsize — not once but twice.

Rob Pitman, currently a ministry student in the Parish of Fundy and the Lakes, has been made a postulant in the diocese and a candidate towards ordination to the transitional diaconate. The ordination is scheduled for Sunday, September 28, 2025; further details to follow.
 
Clergy Anniversaries
June 24 - Chris VanBuskirk - 35 years a priest

June 24 - Allen Tapley - 30 years a deacon

June 28 - Dan Goodwin - 10 years a priest

June 28 - Chris Ketch - 10 years a priest

June 29 - Peter Gillies - 30 years a deacon

Clergy anniversaries are recognized at 10 and 25 years and subsequent five-year intervals.

Alongside Hope (formerly PWRDF) is actively supporting communities in Western Canada currently affected by wildfires, and is contributing to the response efforts according to the specific needs of the individual Dioceses and communities.
 
In Saskatchewan, we are supporting a response implemented by the Anglican Diocese of Saskatchewan to assist community members impacted by the wildfires and their immediate needs. This is being done with the creation of a small fund which can be accessed, as needed, to support those affected by the fires.   

In Manitoba, we are supporting a response implemented by the Indigenous People’s Alliance of Manitoba-North (IPAM-N) to help purchase a pump and hose to fight fires and save lives in the community of Wabowden.  

And in British Columbia, we established a response fund with the Diocese of Kootenay, so that they are able to respond to needs quickly this summer. 

We continue to monitor the situation and are in communication with these and other communities and are grateful for your continued support and prayers as we work together to respond in these moments. 

For those looking for meaningful ways to support communities impacted by this wildfire season, we encourage them to visit: https://alongsidehope.org/give-today/ and select "In Canada Emergency Response.” 

June 21, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturday book sale at the Kingston Parish Hall. This sale will be repeated on Saturday, June 28. Strawberry shortcake available on both days.  Donations of books may be dropped off at the parish hall prior to June 28. 

Saturday, June 28, 1 – 3 p.m. Open Doors at Holy Trinity, Harland. Back by popular demand, this open doors event will be held through the summer (June 28, July 12, Aug. 2 and Aug. 16). This is a no cost tour, but donations will be collected for the Harland Helpers Food Bank. This designated historic place welcome you at 67 Orser St. 

Thursday, July 10   St. Luke’s annual Strawberry Festival, St. Luke’s parish hall, 12 Quispamsis Road, Pick up from: 4:30 – 6 p.m. Tickets: $20:  call Terry at 506-847-7609.  Drive thru take-out only. Call early. Tickets must be picked up and paid for before event.

The Anglican Parish of St. Andrews is hosting a 3-day Vacation Bible School from July 23-25, from 1-4 p.m. The best part? It’s free!

Come and learn how God provides for us through fun crafts, exciting activities, and great time together!

Use this link to register. The program will be directed at elementary school aged children (K-5), but if your child is outside this age range, reach out to us and we can discuss including your child.

You're welcome to attend the service of Evening Prayer every Sunday afternoon at 2 p.m. at St. Mark's Chapel of Ease.  Allow 15 minutes to get from the welcome centre to the chapel. Free admission when you're attending only the service.

Take exit 253 from the Trans-Canada Highway, or take the scenic route from Fredericton, route 102, and enjoy the beautiful St John River scenery. 

Kings Landing Historical Settlement is 20 minutes upriver from the corner of Smythe and Prospect streets in Fredericton. 

If you haven’t already heard, the 2026 Canadian Church Calendar is now available—marking the 120th anniversary of this long-standing resource! For those joining General Synod later this month in London, copies will also be available at the Anglican Church of Canada eStore booth.

The Canadian Church Calendar is a deeply valued publication across Anglican households and sacristies from coast to coast to coast, even serving as a popular fundraising item in many parishes. 

We’re also inviting photo submissions for the 2027 calendar and would love to see contributions from your diocese. Note that the deadline is earlier than usual this year: Nov. 1, 2025. Submission guidelines and details are available here.

Children aged 8 - 18 are invited to join us for a week-long choral camp filled with singing, learning, friendship and fun, culminating, as usual, with a glorious and beautiful Choral Evensong. Adults are invited to join us for the latter half of the week!

Founded in 1957, the Diocese of Fredericton Choir School has brought generations of Christians together through the beautiful spirit of music.

For more information or to register (by May 31), see the choir school website.

How are we living into the resources of the Kingdom?

Guest speaker: The Rev Dr Harry Gardner

FOR RENT:  Four-bedroom, 2.5 bathroom house with attached garage at 17 Kimble Court, Fredericton. Grass cutting, snow removal and water included. Rent is $3,200 monthly, utilities not included. No pets, no smoking; security deposit and three references required. Contact Jeff Mills if interested; office@stmargs.ca

Signature of tenant(s) is requires on a residential lease, under the Residential Tenancies Act, Province of New Brunswick.

We’re looking for kind and compassionate volunteers to spend just one to two hours a week with individuals living with sight loss. Your time can make a big difference — whether it’s reading, chatting, going for a walk, or simply offering companionship. 

If you think you could be that person, we’d love to hear from you! Please reach out to learn more. Denise Miller at denise.miller@cnib.ca or (506) 871-0657.

Anglican Renewal Ministries is dedicated to bringing the life and power of the Holy Spirit to all Christians.  This year, 2025, ARM gives thanks to God for having served the Anglican Church of Canada for 40 years!  

In addition to workshops on the person and gifts of the Holy Spirit, we also offer a quarterly magazine called “Taste and See…” with articles to uplift and encourage you in your walk with Christ.   

We hope this magazine will be a source of encouragement to all.  Sample articles and a free copy of the magazine are available on our website.

After cleaning his patient's teeth, the dentist accompanied the five-year-old boy to the reception area, only to see him struggle with the oak door.

"It's heavy, isn't it?" asked the dentist.

"Yes," he said. "Is that so children can't escape?"