August2023


Cathedral Faces: Deacon Isabel Cutler



Cathedral Faces: Deacon Isabel Cutler

In a letter dated 10 August, 2023, our Bishop has answered a request made by the Dean and the Bishop and Chapter to appoint Isabel Cutler deacon at Christ Church Cathedral. Our congratulations to Isabel and we look forward to having her once again part of the ministry team. Isabel Cutler was ordained to Holy […]

170th anniversary of Cathedral consecration



170th anniversary of Cathedral consecration

Christ Church Cathedral is an important architectural and historical landmark in Fredericton, and August 31, 2023 marks the 170th anniversary of its consecration. The Cathedral was consecrated on August 31, 1853. Bishop Medley wrote in his journal on that day, “The Cathedral, the corner stone of which was laid October 15, 1845, was consecrated this […]

PWRDF launches in-Canada emergency response fund



PWRDF launches in-Canada emergency response fund

In this year of unprecedented wildfires from coast to coast, including those currently forcing evacuations in the Northwest Territories and British Columbia, the Prinate’s World Relief and Development Fund (PWRDF) has established a fund specifically for in-Canada emergency response. The frequency and severity of natural disasters such as wildfires, hurricanes and floods is increasing, affecting […]

Godly Play Training



Godly Play Training

Door Persons are key figures in supporting the children who gather in community for Godly Play. On Saturday, 14 October, from 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m., Christ Church Cathedral is hosting a Godly Play Door Person training session. This 5-hour workshop offers a unique way to encourage and support volunteers helping with children’s programs. Leadership […]

Wildfire destroys Anglican camp in BC



Wildfire destroys Anglican camp in BC

A cross at the end of a dock is nearly all that remains of an Anglican camp in British Columbia ravaged by wildfire. Camp OAC (Oakanagan Anglican Camp), like New Brunswick’s Camp Medley and Camp Brookwood, offers faith-based summer camping opportunities for children and teens, as well as religious retreats and rentals for secular functions […]

Episcopal Church of Roatan / Nelson and Kara Ministry (June 2023 update)



Episcopal Church of Roatan / Nelson and Kara Ministry (June 2023 update)

The Reverends Nelson and Kara Mejia are SAMS Canada (South American Mission Society) missionaries and priests in the Diocese of Honduras. Kara Mejia is the daughter of retired New Brunswick priest Gordon Thompson and his wife, Bell. The Cathedral Missions Committee supports their Ministry in Roatan, Honduras with yearly donations. By the Revs. Nelson and […]

NB Day + Emancipation Day activities on the Green



NB Day + Emancipation Day activities on the Green

Once again, some of the provincial celebrations for the August civic holiday will be held on the riverside Cathedral Green, next to the walking trail. The Cathedral Office will be closed on Monday, 07 August. On that day, we encourage you to spend time with friends and participate in the celebrations! New Brunswick Day festivities […]