Synod Circular

Welcome to Diocesan Synod 2019, convening circular of the 138th session of the synod, please click here to know more about it.

Diocesan Synod 2019 - October 24-26th, 2019.

Synod is an opportunity to learn about and discuss the many ways that we try and act as Christ’s followers in our changing culture and society.To learn more, Please visit

Keynote speakers:

Canon Susan A. Garvey: Retired Executive Director of Cornerstone Housing for WomenFriday, October 25th, 2019 at 9:35 a.m

Albert Dumont: Algonquin Spiritual Teacher in Residence at Christ Church Cathedral OttawaSpiritual Advisor Algonquin, Kitigan Zibi AnishinabegSaturday, October 26th, 2019 at 8:40 a.m. Read their biographies here

Synod Workshops

Friday, October 25, 2019 - Afternoon Workshop Options:The 2019 Synod Agenda will allow time for three workshops, with a view to offering tools to take back to parishes. Those in attendance will have an opportunity to attend two of the three workshops, with the hope being that delegates from the same parish will attend different workshops.

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Pastoral Care Workshop

Sat, Oct 19, 2019 1:00pm - 4:00pm, Julian of Norwich

Essential information and discussion to assist you and your family with important end of life decisions.

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Choral Evensong with The Cranmer Singers of Ottawa

Sun, Oct 27, 2019 3:45pm - 5:00pm (corrected date)

All are welcome to join us for Choral Evensong with The Cranmer Singers of Ottawa, under the direction of Frances Macdonnell, will again be joining the Liturgical Choir of St. James’ for Choral Evensong, using the Book of Common Prayer. “We enjoy singing with the Choir at St. James” says Frances, "and are looking forward to being there again – it is a beautiful church”.

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Youth Choirs Evensong

Sat, Nov 2, 2019 4:00pm

Three youth choirs from west-end parishes of the Diocese of Ottawa join musical forces to sing Evensong in the beautiful historic worship space at St John's, Kanata North. All welcome!

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Sounds of the Soul - Fundraiser for OPC

Sun, Nov 17, 2019 2:00pm

Exploring the Many Moods of Music, an organ recital with Ian Guenette in support of the Ottawa Pastoral Counselling Centre’s (OPC) Counselling Support Fund- a fund for those in our community impacted by mental health issues who come without the financial resources to access mental healthcare.

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Boutique Cornerstone

Sat, November 16, 2019, All Saints

Boutique Cornerstone is a POP UP SALE of gently used, fashionable women’s clothing. Cornerstone provides emergency shelter and safe affordable permanent housing for women in Ottawa. 100% net proceeds of the sale will provide much needed funding for the emergency shelter and

Living rough on the streets takes a serious toll on a woman’s body, health and spirit. Oftentimes, women experience chronic illness and malnutrition.Cornerstone has the budget for only $4.27 for each woman to eat every day, three times a day and to accommodate up to 61 women each night.They serve three meals a day. Of the $326,000 that they raise every year for critical shelter needs, almost one-third is for food costs.

It is our hope that you will come and support this new social enterprise to raise much needed funds to support the emergency shelter of Cornerstone.

Life in the Fish Bowl:What Kids Have to Say about Life Online and Why Adults Should Listen

Join in the parish hall at St John's, Kanata North for a fascinating presentation (with time for discussion): "Life in the Fish Bowl: What Kids Have to Say About Life Online and Why Adults Should Listen". With a guest speaker Professor Valerie Steeves of the University of Ottawa.

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Marriage Preparation Courses:

Next course date: Nov 15-16, 2019

Our marriage preparation courses are designed to help participants to learn and grow through presentations given by professional speakers, small group discussions with trained facilitators, and couple conversations. All couples are welcome and participation is not limited by gender, age, or previous marital status.Small groups are designed so that couples with shared experience may benefit from conversations with one another. Topics such as step-parenting and blending families will be addressed in small group sessions, where appropriate.

Marriage Course info

To register online for the November 15, 2019 course, please clikc here

Prayer Calendar - October 1 to December 31, 2019

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The Canadian Council of Churches celebrates its 75th anniversary in 2019.

To mark the event, St. Thomas the Apostle Anglican Church, 2345 Alta Vista Drive, Ottawa is hosting “CHRISTIANS TOGETHER IN CANADA TODAY” - a cross-Canada live-streamed event in English and French featuring prominent Canadian Christians in dialogue with one another and with you and your community on October 26th, 12:30pm.

For full schedule and list of speakers, please click here

Annual Ecumenical Time of Sharing and Reflection

Sat, Oct 26, 2019 9:15 am, Rideau Park United Church

The theme: “Rise! Take Your Mat and Walk" will be highlighted through worship, music, special presentations, Bible study, and colourful displays. You will be introduced to Zimbabwe and have an opportunity to gain insight into the concerns and challenges facing this nation.

Daring to dream a new world into being

Sat, Nov 02, 2019 9:00 am to 1:00pm

Celebrating the 400th Anniversary of St. Marguerite Bourgeoys’ Birth foundress of the Congregation de Notre-Dame You are invited to a presentation of the Life and Mission of Marguerite.

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Cathedral Arts presents its annual Reconciliation Dinner Lecture with keynote speaker Valerie Galley Bellegarde

Mon, Nov 4, 2019 6:00pm - 9:00pm

Featuring a traditional Algonquin buffet by Wawatay Catering.

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St Paul’s Anglican Church in Belleville, Ontario is seeking for a  new Music Director

St Paul’s has a strong tradition of music and, as such, they are seeking an energetic and enthusiastic individual who can nurture this tradition both as an integral element of their liturgy and worship.

For full position details, please click here

Communication Requests & Change of email

A reminder that all should be submitted through this form:

COMMUNICATION REQUEST FORM

Please use the COMMUNICATION REQUEST FORM for submissions to: Crosstalk Newspaper; Diocesan Newsletter; eBlast or directed emails; Diocesan calendar postings; social media; Diocesan website.

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