Christ the King Church in the Parish of Fundy and the Lakes was filled with the family, friends and parishioners of Rob Pitman as he was ordained to the transitional diaconate Sept. 28.

Christ and King is where Rob has spent the past 18 months studying and serving in preparation for this day.

The Rev. Maria Shepherdson has been appointed a Canon of Christ Church Cathedral, effective Oct.14, and Archdeacon of Woodstock, effective Oct. 15 for a three-year term. Maria is incumbent in the parishes of Richmond and Woodstock. The services of Installation and Collation will take place Nov. 16.

At the same service, the Rev. David Peer will be installed as an honorary Canon of the Cathedral. Chancellor David Bell and mission and ministry director Shawn C. Branch will be installed as lay Canons of the Cathedral.

The Ven. Rob Marsh’s term as Archdeacon of Kingston and the Kennebecasis has been extended by one year, to Sept. 30, 2026.

Cheryl Jacobs has been appointed Executive Officer and Secretary of Synod on a permanent basis.

Archbishop David has authorized the Rev. Marian Lucas-Jefferies, canonically resident in the Diocese of Nova Scotia and Prince Edward Island, to officiate in this diocese, particularly with the Parish St. Margaret's, Fredericton.

His Majesty The King has approved the nomination of the Bishop of London, the Rt Revd and Rt Hon Dame Sarah Mullally, as the next Archbishop of Canterbury. 

See more here. 

St. John the Baptist Anglican Church in Riverview is seeking a music director to lead our music ministry. 

The role includes planning and leading music for worship, directing choirs, and supporting congregational singing. Strong musical skills (piano/organ preferred, other instruments welcome), and a heart for ministry are essential.

For details or to apply, contact the church office at sjtba.church@gmail.com

Retired bishop Bill Hockin will revive his beloved Advent Talks series, this time at Christ Church (Parish Church) for three services in December. 

See the poster above for details.

Saturday, Oct. 25, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Winter clothing giveaway at the Anglican Church of the Good Shepherd, 8772 Main St., Florenceville-Bristol. Free coffee and muffins. More information is available from Sherry (506-391-5219) or Wilma (506-278-3229).

Saturday, Oct. 25, 10-11:30 a.m.  Home Sweet Smart Home information session at Holy Trinity Church Hall, 24 Hammond River Road, Quispamsis. Pre-register by calling 506-647-8170; no fee to attend. Presented by Lilli Lin, occupational therapist, who will give a general overview on various types of home equipment and smart technology to keep everyone of all ages safe and independent at home — everything from grab bars to smart home devices. Some of the equipment will be on display for you to check out. This event is sponsored by the Holy Trinity Senior's Mission group & the Guild of St. Joseph.

Saturday, Nov. 1, 11 a.m.  Annual cemetery service at St. Paul’s, Hampton. This is a special service of remembrance and thanksgiving for all whom we have laid to rest. This gathering is to remember and honour all our loved-ones who have died, not only those who are buried at St. Paul’s. If you have a loved one whose name you would like to have included in the rose ceremony, please contact the parish office by Oct. 27.  Email - stpauls-hampton@outlook.com OR phone - (506) 832-3375.

Saturday, Nov. 15, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Christmas Tea and Quilt Show at St. Mary & St. Bartholomew’s Church, 646 Westmorland Rd., Saint John. Crafts, gifts, silent auction, baked goods. Sandwiches and sweets will be served. Adults, $10, children $5 (12 & under). Tickets available at the door or by calling the church (506-696-1347).

See more parish events here. 

Saturday, Oct. 18   Farraline Place annual fall fundraising dinner at Fredericton Inn.  Doors and bar open at 5 p.m.; gourmet dinner served at 6 p.m. Menu:  fresh bread & butter, garden tossed salad, stuffed chicken breast with herb-buttered potatoes, corn and broccoli and chocolate cake for dessert. Barbershop quartet will entertain between courses. After dinner, the 'Your Choice Silent Auction,' followed by the much-anticipated live auction. Tickets are $100 (with $50 charitable tax receipt) available from Lynda Wood, vice-chair of the board and gala co-ordinator (506-449-2477), Judy O'Donnell, Farraline Place Administrator (506-455-6443), or any board member.  Thank you to the many Fredericton area businesses for their support of this event.

While the Parish has never been the only way of being church, it’s often the only church technology many of us can imagine. And yet, in many communities across the West, church leaders and missioners are discovering the gifts of a mixed-ecology church. 

What is a Mixed Ecology Church?

A Mixed Ecology Church is the place where traditional church and emerging forms of Christian community coexist side by side, seeking mutual flourishing. The goal of a Mixed Ecology church is to thrive together, for the sake of connecting diverse groups of people with Jesus’ liberating gospel, in ways that they couldn’t do alone.

Are you wondering how God might be inviting you to serve? Join us for a shared weekend of prayer, conversation, and community as we explore the many paths of our Christian vocation.

Over the course of the weekend, we’ll hear from our bishops, clergy, and lay leaders about the diverse ways people live out their callings — in lay ministry, religious orders, the diaconate, and priesthood. You’ll hear real stories of discernment, have time to reflect, ask the big questions and pray together.

The cost is $50/person. Preregistration is required, and spaces are limited. Hosted at Villa Madonna Retreat House, meals and accommodation included.

For more information or questions:

• Program: Shawn C. Branch
• Logistics: Susan Dickie

Join friends from across the diocese and beyond for a 24-hour Advent breakaway. Our Advent Retreat is open to anyone (Anglican or not) looking for a moment to pause and reflect on the season's true meaning.

We’re delighted to welcome Bishop Stephen Andrews as our retreat leader. A former Principal of Wycliffe College and Bishop of Algoma, Stephen has served in parishes across Canada and taught widely on Scripture, worship, and Christian thought. His ministry was shaped early on through his work alongside John Stott in London, and he continues to teach and write today.