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A message from Anglican, Lutheran leaders for World Food Day 2022

By General Synod Communications on October 11, 2022

On World Food Day, October 16, we invite you to pray, give, learn, and advocate for food security everywhere.

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Queen Elizabeth II (1926-2022)

By Archbishop Linda Nicholls on September 8, 2022

It is with deep sorrow that we acknowledge the death of her Majesty, Queen Elizabeth on September 8, 2022 in her 97th year of life.

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Lambeth 2022: Statement from the Canadian House of Bishops

By General Synod Communications on August 4, 2022

This message was received from the Canadian House of Bishops this morning during the 2022 Lambeth Conference. Once you were not a people, but now you are God’s people; once you had not received mercy, but now you have received mercy. 1 Peter 2:10 We are writing to you to share our experience of this … Continued

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Emancipation Day (August 1)

By Archbishop Linda Nicholls on July 27, 2022

“The joy of emancipation is tempered by the racial injustice that continues for Black people, Indigenous peoples and people of colour in our communities.”

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Let us build a house where love can dwell and all can safely live…

By Archbishop Linda Nicholls on June 15, 2022

 In the hymn “All Are Welcome” by Marty Haugen, we hear the poignant longing for a church where the gospel promises will be lived so that all God’s children will be loved and safe and free.

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In Thanksgiving for Queen Elizabeth II on her Platinum Jubilee

By Archbishop Linda Nicholls on June 3, 2022

In a time of instability and change, the longevity of the reign of Queen Elizabeth has been a beacon of steadfast commitment.

Hymnal supplement Sing a New Creation to land on bookshelves in May

By General Synod Communications on May 5, 2022

Scheduled to launch later in May, Sing a New Creation is a collection of 174 hymns and songs and 50 service music items. The publication is complied as a resource for church across denominations and is a supplement to Common Praise (1998), the current hymn book of the Anglican Church of Canada.

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Statement from the Archbishop of Canterbury about his upcoming visit to Canada

By General Synod Communications on April 26, 2022

The Most Rev. Justin Welby, Archbishop of Canterbury has provided the following statement regarding his visit to Canada this week.

A message from Anglican, Lutheran leaders for Earth Day 2022

By General Synod Communications on April 19, 2022

This past year has provided many examples of the urgent need to take bold action to protect God’s Creation.

“I have seen the Lord!” (Easter message 2022)

By General Synod Communications on April 11, 2022

In this Easter message, National Bishop Susan Johnson (Evangelical Lutheran Church in Canada) and Archbishop and Primate Linda Nicholls (Anglican Church of Canada) remind us of the hope, joy and promise of the risen Christ.

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God’s promise. Our Commitment. Giving with Grace.

By General Synod Communications on March 28, 2022

Making a gift to Giving with Grace is a reflection of God’s generosity of love and grace poured into the world. Your support ensures that the work of the whole Church continues. Please make a gift today.

Highlights from the Council of General Synod: March 13, 2022

By General Synod Communications on March 15, 2022

Members of the Council of General Synod (CoGS) gathered together on March 13 at 10 a.m. ET, either in person at Queen of Apostles Renewal Centre in Mississauga, Ont. or online via Zoom.

Highlights from the Council of General Synod: March 12, 2022

By General Synod Communications on March 14, 2022

View a PDF version of Highlights from the Council of General Synod: March 12, 2022. Members of the Council of General Synod (CoGS) gathered together at 10 a.m. ET, either in person at Queen of Apostles Renewal Centre in Mississauga, Ont. or online via Zoom. Worship The Rev. Karen Egan led opening worship. Opening Formalities … Continued

Highlights from the Council of General Synod: March 11, 2022

By General Synod Communications on March 12, 2022

Members of the Council of General Synod (CoGS) gathered together on March 11 at 10:30 a.m. ET. Some attended in person at Queen of Apostles Renewal Centre in Mississauga, Ont. and others attended online via Zoom.

Highlights from the Council of General Synod: March 10, 2022

By General Synod Communications on March 11, 2022

Members of the Council of General Synod (CoGS) gathered together on March 10 at 10:30 a.m. ET. Some attended in person at Queen of Apostles Renewal Centre in Mississauga, Ont. and others attended online via Zoom.

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