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Bishop and Chapter have approved in principle the sending of a letter of intent to enter into a partnership that would support four of the homeless population. The final approval would be subject to the proponents being able to secure adequate federal, provincial and local support as well as the Chapter’s approval of a 20-year […] Read More »Music Monthly – December 2018
December 2 - First Sunday of Advent 10.00: Choral Eucharist (BAS) Great Litany Missa Secunda - Hassler Psalm 25:1-9 Rejoice in the Lord alway - Anon. 16th century 88, 178 (439), 546, 96, 560 Passacaglia in C minor BWV 582 - Bach 4.00: Advent Procession with the Great “O” Antiphons Matin Responsory - Palestrina Canite […] Read More »A Creative Advent and Christmas?
26 Ideas for Advent (with Sybil MacBeth) Advent is a season of anticipation, of holy waiting . It is a waiting characterized not by idleness or even contented peace, but by prophetic yieldedness and active hope. Perhaps more than any other season in the Christian calendar, Advent acknowledges the already-and-not-yet nature of the Kingdom Read More »2018 Christmas Mothers’ Union Outreach
This past spring the Cathedral Mothers' Union, with the help of members of the congregation prepared a little over 200 'care packs' and handed them out to University of New Brunswick students prior to their final exams. The packs were well received, and we are hoping to continue our outreach prior to the Christmas exams - […] Read More »Bishop and Chapter News – November 2018
Bishop and Chapter met on Monday, 19 November 2018 with eight of a usual twelve members present. The Dean lead discussion on an article “Financial Transparency” from the Episcopal Church Foundation. Business Arising • Nominating Committee - membership: C. Schmidt, T. Fetter and G. Hall. Working to secure nominations for 2019 elections • Verger resignation […] Read More »2018 Christmas Angels
This year's crop of angels has arrived at the Cathedral! Paper angels from the Fredericton Food Bank are waiting to be chosen from small trees in the cathedral and in the hall foyer. Each of the 60 angels indicates a specific gift for a needy boy or girl in our city. Unwrapped gifts, with the […] Read More »Mothers’ Union board of trustees
Local named to Mothers' Union board of trustees Mothers' Union has been making history this fall, both internationally and right here in our diocese. The changes stem from elections held this summer, the results of which were announced in October.First, MU has elected its first worldwide president from outside the British Isles - Sheran Harper... Read More »Music Monthly – November 2018
November 4 - In the Octave of All Saints - Twenty-fourth Sunday after Pentecost 10.00: Choral Eucharist with Baptism (BAS) Christ hath a garden - Drinkell German Mass - Schubert Psalm 24:1-6 Give us the wings of faith - Bullock 285(245), 515, 306, 350, 48, 276 Incantation pour un jour saint - Langlais 4.00: Choral […] Read More »Practical Stewardship – Financial Transparency
Episcopal Church Foundation Vital Practices - Vestry Papers - Practical Stewardship - Financial Transparency Transparency is a "buzzword" in many situations. It means many things to many people, but generally elicits a positive response in most minds - transparency is a good thing. When applied to the church as a whole and to a local […] Read More »Workshop delves into future of diocesan, Cathedral buildings
Workshop delves into future of diocesan, Cathedral buildings About 40 people gathered on Oct. 18 for an investigative tour and thinking session as part of the National Trust's annual conference, held in Fredericton this year.The National Trust is a registered charity established in 1973 by the Government of Canada, dedicated to promoting the conservation,... Read More »Money — What’s it to you?
Episcopal Church Foundation Vital Practices - Vestry Papers - Church Finances for Uncertain Times - Money - What's It To You? Are you emotional about your money? A lot of people are. Think of what happens to your body when that unexpected large bill - or an unexpected windfall - comes your way. Think of […] Read More »Bishop and Chapter News – October 2018
Bishop and Chapter met on Monday, 15 October 2018 with ten of twelve usual members present. Bishop Edwards joined the Chapter for the first hour. Minutes of the 17 September 2018 meeting were adopted. Business Arising • St. Margaret’s Scouts - meetings have moved to the Parish Church. • Nominating Committee - membership to be […] Read More »Let’s talk religion and politics
Let's talk about religion and politics! Mission & Outreach Team and UNB present lectures on religion in the public squareAbout 35 people came out on Oct. 10 for a noon-hour talk called Having Faith in Citizenship: The Place of Religion in the Public Square.It was held at Christ Church (Parish) Church, organized by the Mission […] Read More »Music Monthly – October 2018
October 7 - Twentieth Sunday after Pentecost - Harvest Thanksgiving 10.00: Choral Eucharist (BAS) This is the day - Anon. 16th century Missa Secunda - Hassler Psalm 126 Jubilate Deo - Britten 262, 398, 258, 37, 399 Carillon de Longpont - Vierne October 14 -Twenty-First Sunday after Pentecost 10.00: Choral Eucharist (BCP) Almighty God, which […] Read More »Opportunity Knocks – National Trust Conference 2018
The National Trust for Canada "helps Canadians save places that matter." The annual National Trust conference is Canada’s largest heritage learning and networking event. Held in a different part of Canada every year, this national conference brings together a wide-range of people keeping Canada’s heritage alive: from grassroots advocates, professionals and planners, to elected officials, […] Read More »
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