In dark times, we celebrate Easter joy and hope
Diocesan Communications
April 1, 2017
by Peter Davison There can be no doubt that we live in dark and uncertain times. Many of our neighbours to the south of us
by Peter Davison There can be no doubt that we live in dark and uncertain times. Many of our neighbours to the south of us
I always have a good look at your Niagara Anglican when I receive my bundle of papers because I am very much in learning mode
Abigail 1 Samuel 25 Taking responsibility and humbling ourselves is often seen as weakness. Abigail, described as one of the four most beautiful women ever,
As I finished reading the February 2017 paper, I thought “Wow!” This is a wonderful example of what the Niagara Anglican should be! I thought
The Bleeding Woman Mark 5:25-34 The Bible isn’t shy about delicate details. This woman is sick, poor and desperate. Flipping to Leviticus (15:25-30) we learn
Esther Book of Esther Every great story has a tag line and this one jumps right out of another well-known story: “Who is the fairest
by Fran Wallace Divinity students of ministry, in preparation for ordained or other ministry vocations, engage in internships in a supervised setting. For the
Mary Magdalene Matthew 27:57-61 To me, one of Jesus’ foremost converts was Mary Magdalene. No other disciple is mentioned more by name than she. Mary
by Alicia Armstrong Recently I was blessed with the opportunity to attend a seminar on pastoral care training. This training was made possible through the
Sarah (Sarai) Genesis Ch. 12, 17, 18, 23 Sarah, Abraham’s wife, was known for her beauty and faith. We meet Sarah (princess) when her father-in-law
Editor’s note: Although the article (published as an op-ed in the Hamilton Spectator) by Bishops Douglas Crosby and Michael Bird was addressed to the city
Green Facilitators, who do important work in their parishes, are encouraged to attend, and clergy, churchwardens or members of church maintenance committees are also welcome
The Samaritan woman John 4:1-42 This woman made many mistakes—too many husbands—so she collected water at midday to avoid public confrontation. Jesus surprisingly talked with
The Widow of Zarephath 1 Kings 17:7-24 The Widow of Zarephath was in despair. There was famine in the land. She and her son were
Rhoda Acts 12:11-16 Peter was imprisoned. The faithful gathered under the cover of darkness to pray for his release. Suddenly, a banging on the door.
Hannah 1 Samuel chapters 1-3 I was once told that if a woman’s name was mentioned in the Bible, take notice. Hannah is definitely someone
Dorcas Acts 9:36-42 In high school, classmates wanted to know my middle name. I would say, “It’s in the Bible” or “It’s Greek for Tabitha.”
Dear Friends of SSJD, I want to let you know about a great opportunity for young women in their 20s and 30s who have a