FROM THE DEAN: A choir I sing with—Canticum, led by the artistic team of John Wiens and Janet Peters—is putting on a concert on the timely theme of peace. Our repertoire will include African, Estonian, Latin, Cree, and German music—and some in English, too! The songs are all very moving and lyrical, with rich and beautiful harmonies.
This concert is also a fundraiser – a portion of the ticket sales will go to Ka Ni Kanichihk, a local organization that works with Indigenous people, especially children, to help them move forward and heal after adversity and trauma. The concert is on Sunday, Nov 19, at 3 pm and will last about an hour. It’s here at St. John’s Cathedral, 135 Anderson Ave. (just east of Main St. on the North side of St. John’s Park). You can reserve tickets online (Canticum | Choir | Winnipeg | Tickets (canticumwpg.ca), or buy directly from me on Sunday morning, or at the door when you come early for the concert!
A few people have asked re. payment method. We are not set up to take credit cards. Only cash or cheque made out to ‘Canticum Winnipeg’. Thank you so much! Hope to see you here.
The Archbishops of Canterbury and Jerusalem, Hosam Naoum and Justin Welby, have issued a joint emergency appeal for the Episcopal Diocese of Jerusalem. The appeal letter includes details of international partners in Australia, Canada, Germany, the UK and the USA, where donations can be made.
People outside those countries can respond to the appeal online through those international partners, or by contacting the Diocese of Jerusalem for details of other payment options.
The full text of the appeal letter and details of international partners is below.
Please note, parking is on the street; gates will be open on every side of the churchyard. There is very limited handicapped parking in the circle down the driveway. You may drop folks with limited mobility at the Tower Door, and then park on the street. NO PARKING IN THE DRIVEWAY; IT IS A FIRE AND EMERGENCY ACCESS LANE. THANKS!
In from Edmonton and joining us at the concert is His Eminence, The Most Rev. Metropolitan Bishop Ilarion (Rudnyk). Your host for the evening, and representing the people of St. John’s Anglican Cathedral, is The Very Rev. Paul N. Johnson, Dean of Rupert’s Land. You are most welcome!
Diocese of Rupert’s Land Service of Ordination of Priests, Tuesday, August 22nd, 2023 Anno Domini
Tuesday, August 22nd, 2023 7 p.m. at St. John’s Anglican Cathedral Prelude precedes 135 Anderson Avenue Between North Main and the Red River Winnipeg, Manitoba Reception follows the service, downstairs in the John West Hall
Ordained Priests tonight The Rev. Deacon Christopher David Barnes The Rev. Deacon Andrew William Colman
Presider, The Rt. Rev. Geoffrey Woodcroft Dean, The Very Rev. Paul N. Johnson Preacher, The Rev. Jamie Howison Bishop’s Chaplain, The Rev. Pat Ferris Organ and piano, Rachel Penner-Colman Other musicians, Charles Garinger, Larry Campbell Acknowledgment and Welcome to the Land, Elder Bill Shead Smudging, Elder Amanda Wallin First Reading, Robert Blanchard Gospel Reading and Deacon at the Table, The Rev. Deacon Susan Roe-Finlay Litanist, John Van Benthem Marshall, The Ven. Godfrey Mawejje Witness to the Oaths, The Very Rev. Paul N. Johnson Presenters:Christopher Barnes: The Rev. David Labdon, The Rev. Liz Richens, Bethina Badilotti, Wes DickAndrew Colman: The Rev. Ali McIntosh, Angela-Maria Silvestrin, Ilana Wiebe
Sound, Chris Whitmore – saint benedict’s table and All Saints Camera, The Rev. Brian Ford – Cathedral Sidespersons, Nedra Francis, Jyoti Kapoor, Sarah and Nick Kolisnyk Lynne McCarthy, Robin Shugart, Stewart Wakeman Hospitality, Mavis Ford, Susan Simpson – Cathedral Others from St. Aidan’s and saint benedict’s table
The offering is designated for Urban Indigenous Ministry Development. Please make your cheques payable to “The Diocese of Rupert’s Land,” and, if possible, use the envelopes provided. Thank you for your generosity.
Diocese of Rupert’s Land Service of Ordination of Priests, Tuesday, May 23rd, 2023 Anno Domini
Tuesday, May 23rd, 2023 7 p.m. at St. John’s Anglican Cathedral 135 Anderson Avenue Between North Main and the Red River Winnipeg, Manitoba Reception follows the service, downstairs in the John West Hall
Ordained Priests tonight The Rev. Deacon Matthew Bowman The Rev. Deacon Christine Salstrom The Rev. Deacon Roberta Susan Smandych
Presider, The Rt. Rev. Geoffrey Woodcroft Dean, The Very Rev. Paul N. Johnson Bishop’s Chaplain, The Rev. Pat Ferris Preacher, The Rev. Edmund Laldin Organist, Helen Suh Acknowledgment of the Land, Elder Bill Shead Smudging, Elder Amanda Wallin First Reading, Kari Hagness Second Reading, Colin Dorrian Gospel Reading and Deacon at the Table, The Rev. Deacon Susan Roe-Finlay Litanist, John Van Benthem Marshall, The Ven. Godfrey Mawejje Witness to the Oaths, The Ven. Simon Blaikie
Sound, Peter Moodie – Cathedral Camera, Yongmin Kim – Cathedral Sidespersons, Cheryl Barber, Rene Jamieson, Ben McGillivary – Cathedral Hospitality, Susan Simpson, Mary Stanger – Cathedral
The offering is designated for Urban Indigenous Ministry Development. Please make your cheques payable to “The Diocese of Rupert’s Land,” and, if possible, use the envelopes provided. Thank you for your generosity.
IN CELEBRATION OF THE CORONATION OF HIS MAJESTY, CHARLES III, KING OF CANADA, AND HER MAJESTY QUEEN CAMILLA, SATURDAY MAY 6TH, ANNO DOMINI 2023
At this Anglican Cathedral Church of St. John the Evangelist, Saturday, 6 May 2023. Public registration is now closed as we have reached our maximum safe capacity. Thank you for your interest; the Service will be streamed live on the Cathedral YouTube page here and on the Manitoba Government website here, beginning at 1:50 p.m. on Saturday.
The Bishop, the Dean, and the congregation, along with The Friends of Historic St. John’s Cathedral and Cemetery, welcome you to the Cathedral Church of St. John the Evangelist of the Anglican Diocese of Rupert’s Land. This parish has been alive and active since 1820, the original Anglican parish in Western Canada. The Cemetery is the oldest non-Indigenous burial ground in the West. The first interment here was Hector McLean, a Selkirk Settler, who died and was buried in 1813, two hundred and ten years ago. As the Diocese of Rupert’s Land and this Cathedral, we are fully committed to the good way of healing and reconciliation, and are a proud supporter of our neighbour across Anderson Avenue, Kapabamayak Achaak Healing Forest. This land grant was made by Lord Selkirk in 1817, only after his signing of the Treaty with Chief Peguis, and four other chiefs. Thus, we have been treaty people here since 1817.
We begin every Sunday worship service with this acknowledgement, posted in our Order of Service, and read aloud by the Lay Reader of the Day: “We worship and live gratefully on Treaty One land, the traditional territory of the Ininew, the Anishinaabe, and the Dakota, and the homeland of the Métis Nation. We are all treaty people.
The Canadian Coronation Emblem:
The Canadian emblem for the Coronation of His Majesty King Charles III was created to mark the first crowning of a Canadian monarch in 7 decades, a historic occasion.
The Royal Monogram (CIIIR) in the centre of the Emblem and the Royal Crown at the top are personal symbols of The King.
The ring of triangular shapes evokes the image of a string of pennants displayed for a celebration. These 13 shapes allude to Canada’s provinces and territories, and their circular arrangement conveys the idea of inclusion for all Canadians. The circle is also an important concept for many Indigenous Peoples, symbolizing not only equity but also the cycles of the natural world. The green colour of the shapes is associated with the environment, which has long been an important cause for His Majesty, and it symbolizes hope and growth.
Inclusion and togetherness are also represented by the white spaces between the green shapes, which resemble paths leading to a central meeting place. The entire white space can be seen as a sunburst, symbolizing innovation and new ideas.
The Emblem was designed and painted by Cathy Bursey-Sabourin, Fraser Herald at the Canadian Heraldic Authority.
Joining us for the service will be the Lt. Governor, Her Honour the Honourable Anita Neville, and the Premier, the Honourable Heather Stefanson, along with many others. The Cathedral will be full for this historic day and our local Service of Thanksgiving.
Contributing will be The Brass Quintet from the Royal Winnipeg Rifles, and the Indigenous Drum Group from the Rifles. Our own very gifted musician, Helen Suh, will play the organ, including the prelude of ‘Zadok the Priest’, accompanied by trumpet. We will sing the National Anthem at the beginning of the service, the Royal Anthem at the end, we will sing two hymns, we will hear Scripture in English, French, Hebrew, and Cree. Prayers will be offered in English, Hebrew, and Ukrainian. A Smudge will be offered outside before the service, by Elder Amanda Wallin. The Dean will offer a reflection for the day.
We are not Westminster Abbey, but we are pleased to offer this service to our own community on the occasion of the Coronation of His Majesty Charles III, King of Canada.
Tuesday, 28 February 2023, 7 p.m. here at the Cathedral 135 Anderson Avenue Winnipeg, Manitoba
Proclamation of the Word Renewal of Baptismal Vows Renewal of Vows of all in Holy Orders Litany for the Mission of the Church Blessing of Holy Oils Holy Eucharist
Bishop Geoff Woodcroft presiding The Rev. Bonnie Dowling preaching
Son of Ruth Hoskin Lee and George Lee (both deceased), brother of Sara (deceased) and Elizabeth. Arthur was born in Toronto, moving to Winnipeg when he was six. Arthur faced a lifetime of struggles due to his Asperger’s Syndrome and a mental illness.
A special thank you to the Bell Hotel and staff. There in the last ten years he found a refuge and home. In particular, thanks to Christine for her ongoing cheerful support of Arthur. A special thank you to Kerri for her extraordinary kindness and compassion towards Arthur over the years. She treated him with dignity.
For fifty years Chester Schrade was a loyal friend to Arthur, countless times helping him out of difficulties. Both were avid readers of science and technology, Arthur enjoyed lively discussions with Chester.
Thank you to the doctors, nurses and staff of the Grace and the St. Boniface Hospitals for their care.
If wished, Memorial gifts in Arthur’s name may be made to: Main Street Project Inc, 661 Main Street, Winnipeg, MB, R3B 1E3: Donate to Main Street Project. Over the phone contact Carla Morden, at 204-982-8257. Mail a cheque, to Main Street Project Inc. 661 Main Street, Winnipeg, MB R3B 1E3. Securely online: <https://www.mainstreetproject.ca/donate/>
A Christmas Message (on this Eleventh Day of the Feast, in case you missed it earlier…)
From Bishop Geoffrey Woodcroft
Long ago God spoke to our ancestors in many and various ways by the prophets, but in these last days he has spoken to us by a Son, whom he appointed heir of all things, through whom he also created the worlds. Heb 1.1-2
“In these last days”, the Hebrews author describes God who dwells among us, and more that, God speaking directly to us in Jesus Christ.
We gather at Christmas to hear God speak through texts, carols and shared experience. Each of us embrace traditions of family and friends, in some way to tell the story of God’s saving acts. The traditions we employ and enjoy, carefully passed through generations, help us to hear the Christmas message proclaimed especially for they for whom this is the first time hearing it.
In everything from the Christmas table runners and puddings to Christmas music in shopping malls God speaks, offering opportunity for wonderment, questioning and welcoming. We set an extra place at the table, do that little bit extra for others, make time and space for others to give thanks, all a reckoning of God with us.
Our world travels in uncertain times, even the Christian Church presents uncertainty about what is next in the divine call we receive, but we also have the experience of seeking Christ in all persons, loving our neighbours as ourselves. We the Church, who have not only sought, but also discovered Christ in our neighbours, are compelled to be overflowing with infectious joy. If ever there was a need for infectious joy it is right now; every generation gets to say that.
May you be awestruck, joy filled and thankful.
Blessed are you Sovereign God, creator of all; to you be glory and praise for ever! You founded the earth in the beginning and the heavens are the work of your hands. As we rejoice in the gift of your presence among us, let the light of your love shine in our hearts and your praises ever be on our lips, Holy and undivided Trinity. Amen.
Yours in Christ,
+ Geoffrey
Ordination of Deacons Service Wednesday, January 18, 7pm St. John’s Cathedral, 135 Anderson Avenue, Winnipeg
God willing and people consenting, The Rt. Rev. Geoffrey Woodcroft, Bishop of Rupert’s Land, is pleased to announce the ordination of Chris Barnes and Beverley Markwart to be deacons in Christ’s Holy Catholic Church on the Feast of the Confession of St Peter the Apostle. Your prayers and presence are requested.
Community Hymn Singing at Epiphany Indigenous Anglican Church Last Sunday of every month, 7-8:30pmEpiphany Indigenous Anglican Church, 370 McKenzie St, Winnipeg
Epiphany Indigenous Anglican Church invites you to a night of Community Hymn Singing on the last Sunday of every month. We will be singing advent hymns sprinkled with Christmas carols. We would love to have you with us. If you have a guitar, come and play along with the musicians.
Wednesday, 2 November 202 All Souls Day, 7 p.m. at St. John’s Cathedral 135 Anderson Avenue Winnipeg, Manitoba
Ordained Priests, The Rev. Deacons Lois Graham (All Saints, Whytewold), Cathie Clow (Fairford Group), Paul Peters Derry (st. benedict’s table)
Presider, The Rt. Rev. Geoffrey Woodcroft Dean, The Very Rev. Paul N. Johnson Bishop’s Chaplain, The Rev. Patricia Ferris Preacher, The Rev. Canon Jennifer Sisson Acknowledgment of the Land The Rev. Vincent Solomon First Reading The Rev. Deacon Marline Wruck Second Reading The Rev. Rachel Twigg Boyce Gospel Reading The Rev. Jamie Howison Deacon at the Altar, The Rev. Deacon Matthew Bowman Litanist, Ms. Sandra Bender Organ, Helen Suh
Communion Assistants: Ann LaRue Brandi Walder Marigold Peters Susan Roe-Finlay
Camera, The Rev. Brian Ford Sound, Mr. Peter Moodie Sidespersons, Ben McGillivary, Cheryl Barber
The offering is designated for Urban Indigenous Ministry Development. Please make your cheques payable to “The Diocese of Rupert’s Land.”
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