There is new leadership at Farraline Place, the ACW-affiliated home in downtown Fredericton. In late October, Chelsie Ogden began as the director of care and operations, replacing the long-serving administrator Judy O’Donnell. 

Chelsie is from Fredericton Junction, graduated from UNB and worked as a registered nurse for several years. 

Kurt Schmidt's role in the diocese is now 'Missioner for Christian Formation.' This reshapes his existing work, with a focus on supporting Christian Formation across the parishes and the wider diocese for all ages. This remains a part-time role.

From Kurt:  As the newly charged Missioner for Christian Formation, I am eager to find new and various ways to support parish and diocesan initiatives in the areas of Christian education & formation, discipleship, and spiritual growth. I look forward to learning how best to support you in your search for, and access to, spirituality and reflection resources of all kinds.

On a specific note, I am pleased to report that planning is already well underway for our third annual Grand Manan Pilgrimage — to be held 15-18 May this year (the May long weekend). If you know of any young adults who might be interested in participating in GMP+2026, please put them in touch with me at kschmidt@diofton.ca .  

Thanks, and all blessings.

A World in Crisis

The world is in crisis, but it's a crisis and a worldview that many in the church don't understand, let alone recognize. Here's why: we're caught up in this crisis too. It's the very water we're swimming in.

Famed Canadian sociologist Charles Taylor calls this the Immanent Frame.

The world we live in is a world where faith is not assumed, where transcendence is optional, where the divine doesn't show up, and where religious claims must make sense within everyday experience.

Unless we (and unless our congregations) understand this shift, we risk speaking a language people no longer can hear, making the mission of the church - our embodiment and proclamation of the gospel - near impossible.

And so this year, the Conference's various speakers have been invited to share stories and engage us with practices that will help deepen our loving response to our neighbours in ways they might understand.

Participating presenters from our diocese include Archbishop David Edwards, the Revs Jasmine and Terence Chandra and Canon Shawn C. Branch.

Archdeaconry Greater Chapter meetings

Please note that these Greater Chapter meetings are open to all parish members in each archdeaconry

Chatham -
Fredericton -
Kingston and the Kennebecasis -
Moncton -
Saint John -
St. Andrews -
Woodstock - March 10 @ 6:00 pm, St Luke, Woodstock

For more information, please refer to the synod session page.

Don’t forget, readers, you can always access the latest edition of the NB Anglican, plus years of back issues  at this link. 

If you would like your own paper copy, which is free, email the editor with your name and mailing address.
gmcknight@diofton.ca

In the meantime, here's a sneak peek at page one of the February edition of the NB Anglican. 

Monday, Jan. 19, 1 p.m.   Senior men's circuit facilitated by Paulette Haines, personal trainer & fitness leader. Learn how to move through a Daily Activities for Living (DAL)-inspired circuit with stations designed to strengthen your core, upper and lower body strength, and improve balance. Paulette can modify or enhance any station to match your abilities, insuring you feel supported and challenged at the right level for you. 
This program begins Jan. 19 and runs until March 2 at Holy Trinity Church Hall, 2 Hammond River Rd, Quispamsis, NB. Cost: $50 for 10 weeks. Pre-Register by calling 506-647-8170.

Monday, Jan. 19, 2:15 p.m.   Men's healthy aging workshop facilitated by Paulette Haines, personal trainer & fitness leader. The workshop will consist of six one-hour sessions. Each session will have education and coaching that will provide you with the tools for maintaining strength, mobility, balance and range of motion. Topics include nutrition, fall prevention, social engagement and mental health. We begin and end with a personal fitness check-in designed to highlight your achievements and keep you moving forward to healthy aging. This program runs Jan. 19 to March 2 at Holy Trinity Church Hall, 2 Hammond River Rd, Quispamsis, NB. Cost: $50 for 10 weeks. Pre-Register by calling 506-647-8170.

Saturday, Jan. 24, 12 noon-3 p.m.  Soup & Socks at the Anglican Parish Hall, 3 Court House Road, Gagetown. Bring a cozy pair of socks to donate and enjoy our homemade soup and roll with tea or coffee.
Warm, dry socks are a must for shelters during the winter months. We’ll deliver your generous donations to shelters in the Fredericton and Saint John areas.

Saturday, Jan. 31, 7 p.m.   Snowflake Shindig Dance at St. John the Baptist Church in the Parish of Riverview. Come on out and enjoy live music for all the eras by the Gallant Family Band. All proceeds go towards church ministry. Non-perishable food items towards the Albert County Foodbank. Admission is $10. Call 506-381-6550 for more information.

Farraline Place has several vacant rooms, including their respite room, plus a vacancy for a full-time cook. 

The downtown Fredericton home is for independent-living seniors (both male and female) who enjoy the perks of homecooked meals, laundry service, activities and friendships. 

Contact Chelsie Ogden at 506-455-6443 or farralinehome@rogers.com

Parish of Riverview
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 collaborative ministry are essential.
For details or to apply, please contact the church office at sjtba.church@gmail.com

Church Organist vacancy
Anglican Parish of St. Andrews

Job Type: Permanent Part-Time

Key Responsibilities:
· Accompany weekly Sunday services and other special services throughout the church year.
· Accompany weekly choir rehearsals.
· Collaborate weekly with the Rector (Priest in Charge) on the music selection for services
· Optional accompaniment for weddings, funerals, baptisms by separate agreement with the families
· Maintain a high standard of organ performance, supporting congregational singing and choral repertoire.

Qualifications:
· Proficiency in playing the organ
· Ability to play the piano considered an asset
· Experience accompanying choirs in a liturgical setting.
· Flexibility, reliability, and a spirit of collaboration.
· Degrees in music or performance certificates and familiarity with the Anglican music tradition are considered an asset but not required.

Forward covering letter and résumé, citing education and experience, including the type of church organs and pianos played to:
e-mail: allsaints@nb.aibn.com
Canada Post: The Anglican Parish of Saint Andrews, 77 King Street, Saint Andrews, NB E5B 1X7

Camp Medley |

Zoom link  |  Recordings Playlist (YouTube)

Synod staff members are pleased to begin offering the Synod Commons - a regular open forum online for clergy, parish lay officers and staff, and others who are interested.

Session topics will be announced in advance. Each session will typically include a presentation and time for questions (on the topic and if time, on any topic). Sessions will be held on Tuesdays from 12:10 - 12:55 pm and will be recorded. 

In 2026, we will move to twice-monthly, skipping early January.

• January 20: Decisions around Christ Church Cathedral, with Archbishop David
• February 3: Parish annual meetings with Chancellor David Bell
• February 17: Synod grants
• March 3: Canadian Bible Society
• March 17: Parish annual returns and forms
• April 7: CRA responsibilities with Treasurer Philip Shepherdson
• April 21: Safe Church with Synod Personnel Officer Ben Bourque

Thinking about Lent? Join the diocesan Lenten book study.

We'll look at Fleming Rutledge's The Seven Last Words from the Cross.

About the book: Rutledge links the sayings from the cross with contemporary events and concerns, but also incorporates recent biblical scholarship and modern questions about the death of Christ. 

The series starts on Wednesday, February 25, 2026, and runs six sessions (until April 1, 2026) at 6:30PM for 60-90mins. Registration is required for the Zoom link. Participants will receive the reading schedule after they register.

Copies of the book can be purchased through your favourite book retailer.

• ISBN-10: ‎ 9780802827869
• ISBN-13: ‎ 978-0802827869

For more information on the study, contact Shawn C. Branch.

**Parishes and/or participants will need to purchase their own copies as the Synod Office does not have a bulk supply.

Kelly Anne Loughery is hoping to locate a copy of the Frank Morehouse book "Photographs of 
Anglican Churches in the Diocese of Fredericton" published in 2012, to aid in her own research of church buildings in the province. 

If you can help, please contact her.
Kelly Anne Loughery
Long Reach, NB
506/763-2478
miskelly@nb.sympatico.ca

Dr. Wesley Buch, a clinical psychologist and research associate at Trinity College, Toronto School of Theology (University of Toronto) is conducting a series of national surveys that will yield a wellness audit of Canadian multi-denominational, inter-faith clergy and religious leaders.

See the invitation letter here.  1TST Anglican Invitational Letter 2025.pdf

For more information, click here.  

Atlantic School of Theology invites you to a relevant and practical workshop designed to explore the roles of family members and faith communities in the eldercare journey. How do we respond faithfully and effectively to the needs of our aging parents, grandparents, neighbours, and parishioners?

All are welcome to join this inclusive conversation. We especially invite students and clergy to participate in this vital learning opportunity.

Date: March 3, 2026
Time: 1:30 p.m. 
Location: AST Chapel (on-campus) | Zoom (online)
Cost: $25 | Free for students

Please note: Continuing Education registrations are refundable until 7 days before the session is scheduled. After that time, fees are non-refundable.

For more information and to register, click here.