Upcoming Events - February 20, 2026

2026 EVENTS

1.   BAPTISMAL LIVING, Part 5: The Ministry of Reconciliation
   Saturday, February 21, 2026
   10am to 11:30 am, Online 

   “Will you proclaim by word and example the Good News of God in Christ?”

   Join us for the final session in our online series “Baptismal Living”, generously sponsored by the Deanery of London.  

   For anyone interested in reflecting more deeply on our baptismal promises, including those preparing for baptism, confirmation, or the renewal of baptismal vows. Our speaker for this session is the Rev’d Dr Dawn Davis, Assistant Professor of Contextual Learning at Huron University and Director of Faith Formation at St Paul’s Cathedral, Diocese of Huron.

   Click here to REGISTER and you will receive an email with the link to join the meeting.

   Previous sessions can be accessed here: https://diohuron.org/series/baptismal-living-workshops.

   For more information, contact the Rev’d Canon Dr Lisa Wang: lisawang@diohuron.org. POSTER

2. ONLINE NIGHT PRAYER commemorating Florence Li Tim Oi (1907-1992), the first woman ordained in the Anglican Communion.

   Thursday, February 26, 9:15 PM. Using Zoom,

   Archdeacon Matthew Kieswetter will officiate a simple, Lenten compline liturgy, while Canon Wendy Fletcher, PhD will share a reflection on the life and witness of Florence Li Tim Oi. 

   Direct link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86988123865

   Meeting ID: 869 8812 3865
   Passcode: Florence

3. GOOD NEWS FROM CAMP HURON! 

   Online Registration for our upcoming season,  Star Stuff, opens 

   Register online starting February 26, 2026 at 6 PM  www.camphuron.ca  

   This year we are offering 6 sessions of our Week-long Overnight Sessions, 2 sessions of  Our Leader in Training Program.  And, back by popular demand, Day Trippers, a Monday to Friday program for children who to join a cabin group during the day,  from breakfast to dinner.  

   Bursaries and payment  plans are available.

   For more information contact gerryadam@diohuron.org  or call 519-434-6893 ext 217

4.   UPCOMING EVENTS IN THE DEANERY OF LONDON:
   SACRED STEPS: Walking the Labyrinth in Lent With the Rev Stephen Yeo, MDiv at St. Paul’s Cathedral
   Saturday, February 28th, 1:00pm–3:00pm

    

   We will be invited into a deeper experience of learning, spiritual growth, and self-renewal as we walk together through the sacred symbolism of the labyrinth. Whether this is your first time or a familiar practice, all are welcome to discover how the labyrinth can enhance your Lenten journey. 

   Rev. Stephen has been walking labyrinths for three decades. Through the years, he has facilitated labyrinth walks for many patients, parishioners, and persons from various backgrounds. He has presented on, and published about, labyrinths and their therapeutic benefits (see links over). For the past 10+ years, he has been utilizing labyrinth walking for quarterly Equinox and Solstice events, drawing on their benefits to support patients and clients as they navigate transitions in their lives. His goal is to one day go to, and fully experience, the Chatres Cathedral Labyrinth in Chatres, France (near to, if not at, the top of his bucket list!). Stephen trained under The Rev'd Dr. Lauren Artress, founder of Veriditas, a leader in the labyrinth world, and author of several books, which includes the Landmark, Walking A Sacred Path (see links over). 

    

   As well as being a parish priest, the Rev’d Stephen Yeo brings to us many years of experience as a Registered Psychotherapist (CRPO), a Certified Spiritual Care Practitioner (CASC), a Certified Supervisor-Educator (CPE), and a Veriditas Certified Labyrinth Facilitator.  

   To Register email: london@diohuron.org;

   (LIMITED SPACES SO PLEASE RESPOND EARLY)

   "Upping" Your Welcome: The Why (not just the How)
   Date: Tuesday, March 17, 2026,  Time: 7:00–8:30 pm (Zoom)

   With the Rev’d Canon Dr. Judy Paulsen: Professor of Evangelism, Wycliffe College (2013-2024), former director of the Institute of Evangelism (2016 to 2023), author of A New and Ancient Evangelism (Baker Academic, 2024), and coordinator of the Season of Spiritual Renewal, Diocese of Toronto (2024-2025)

   Why another conversation about welcome?

   Many of our parishes have already been working hard to be places of welcome. We often focus on the how: signage, greeters, coffee hours, websites, and follow-up. Of course, these practical details matter. But beneath them lies a deeper and more important question: Why do we welcome in the first place?

   This evening will invite participants to step back and reflect on welcoming not simply as a strategy to fill pews but as something that allows us to join in what God is already doing and has the potential to transform people’s lives. What will this evening explore?

   • Some of the Bible’s most well-loved stories of people coming to faith

   • How our own spiritual renewal and prayer is linked to people being welcomed 

   • How a renewed perspective on welcome can change the DNA of a church, resulting in many practical new habits and practices

   What do we hope you will take away?

   • Greater clarity about the why behind welcoming people to explore their spiritual questions and longings
   • A renewed theological and spiritual grounding for parish hospitality
   • Practical suggestions, strategies, & experiments that flow from purpose, not pressure

   This evening is for anyone who cares about the life of their parish and wants to reflect on what it means to welcome others in Christ’s name. Seeker, explorer, new Christian, or someone who has journeyed with Christ for many years…all are welcome.

    

   Please email with any question AND to register to receive the link: london@diohuron.org

5. CANTERBURY COLLEGE LECTURE SERIES - Deconstructing the Doctrine of Discovery 3

   This is a free event for everyone being offered on March 5 at 7 pm EST.

   Afro-Indigenous Resistance in the Global South: Ancestral Territories and Colonial Legacies

   This session aims to contribute to the debate on deconstructing the Doctrine of Discovery from the perspective of Latin America’s historical and contemporary experience. The session will introduce the foundations of Latin American decolonial thought and some of its key theoretical categories, such as colonialism and coloniality. From this perspective, the context of Ecuador will be considered, as a current legal struggle of aligned Afro-Ecuadorian and Indigenous communities will be presented. These communities continue to confront the colonial legacy that threatens their ancestral ways of life and territories.  POSTER

   CANTERBURY COLLEGE WORKSHOPS: 

     Self Care for Clergy - Thurs. Feb. 26, Noon - 4 pm ET

   This workshop is coming up quickly as well and would love to spread the word! A great opportunity for clergy to take a day away before Lent begins. Facilitator: Rev. Jean-Daniel O'Donncada - $40 POSTER-Self Care for Clergy

   Faith Without Favouritism and Allyship ~  February and March

   One of the things that marginalized groups often say is that while they appreciate efforts folks make to lift up and recognize the contributions marginalized groups make to our lives, doing some education around the roots of the marginalization/oppression is still necessary.  We are responsible for educating ourselves in these issues and taking steps to change old habits,  microaggressions, and unintentional ways we continue to perpetuate racist and oppressive systems. 

   The Faith Without Favouritism course happening in February (Black History Month) is a solid way folks can move beyond words and take real action to show their commitment to dismantling systems of oppression.  POSTER-Faith without Favouritism

   If the Feb course isn't a possibility, then the Allyship likewise is a great way to put "boots on the ground" re doing the work of anti-oppression rather than just talking about it.  POSTER-Allyship

6. UPCOMING EVENTS IN THE DEANERY OF ESSEX
   Lent Retreat on Saturday, February 28, 2026, at the Church of the Epiphany, Kingsville.

   Join us for a day of reflection, rest, and renewal as we prepare for the coming season of Lent. We follow Jesus into the wilderness to contemplate our shared call to be a gospel people—sent into the world to be light and love. Our time together will include worship, learning, conversation, creativity, fellowship, and of course, good food. Begin Lent in the wilderness this year and see what God reveals.

   Retreat Facilitator:  Rev. Dr. Jennifer Boyes-Garbin, Principal of Canterbury College, Windsor

   •   Registration begins at 8:30 a.m.  on Saturday, February 28

   •   A suggested contribution of $10 will help cover the meal.

   •   RSVP:  stmatthewswindsor@diohuron.org   POSTER

   Lay Leadership Training Classes: Lay leadership courses for 2025 and early 2026.
   These classes will be held in person at Canterbury College. Classes are from 10:00 am - 2:30 pm with 30 minutes for lunch.

   We have partnered with Canterbury College for the courses and they are providing us with the technology support to also bring the classes by zoom. Please join us for one or for all of the classes.

   This year we have decided to focus on the core subjects.

   •   Mar 21, 2026 - Preaching

   •   April 18th- Liturgy

   •   June 20th- Pastoral Care

   •   Sept 19th- What is a Lay Reader?

   •   Nov 21st- Centering Prayer

   Please contact Rev. Elise Chambers if you would like to attend: elisechambers@diohuron.org. If you have a class you would like offered that would be beneficial for the laity or one you would like to facilitate please contact Rev. Kimberly Myer - kimmyer@diohuron.org. Or Rev. Elise Chambers elisechambers@diohuron.org.

7. AFC OPENS REGISTRATION FOR SAY YES! to KIDS 2026

   The Anglican Foundation of Canada (AFC) is pleased to announce that registration is now open for the 2026 Say Yes! to Kids (SYTK) campaign, the Foundation’s national fundraising initiative supporting children and youth-focused ministry across the Anglican Church of Canada.

   Parishes, dioceses, and Anglican-affiliated organizations are invited to register by April 1, 2026, at: https://www.anglicanfoundation.org/sytk2026opens/  POSTER

8. MENTAL HEALTH IN MINISTRY: FAITH IN ACTION BIANNUAL CAPNM CONFERENCE
   April 24 - 26, 2026 - Best Western Stoneridge Inn, Colonel Talbot Road, London, ON

   Anyone involved in ministry or passionate about supporting mental health and wellness initiatives within their faith community. Held by the Canadian Association for Parish Nursing Ministry (CAPNM).

   For more information please view the POSTER and the BROCHURE.

JANUARY-MARCH 2026

1. UPCOMING EVENTS AT ST. ANNE'S, BYRON (1344 Commissioners Rd W in Byron)

   FORTH@4pm 
   Sunday, February 22 and Sunday, March 22

   On the fourth Sunday of the next two months at 4pm join us for a time of informal worship in the Parish Hall. Our time together is focused on sacred writings that are echoed in contemporary hymns and songs.

   Canon Val offers insight into the reading, and the group joins in singing and meditating about the reading. Following the service a light supper, prepared by parish volunteers, is enjoyed by all, amid relaxed, warm conversation. Looking forward to seeing you. 

2. UPCOMING EVENTS AT ST. JOHN'S-BY-THE-LAKE, GRAND BEND

   •   Mon. Feb. 23 at 12 - 1:30 pm: Thank you to Our Neighbours Lunch  - Hope you can join us!  POSTER

   •   March 17, 5 - 7 pm: St. Paddy's Day Stew Dinner - By donation!

3. CHRIST CHURCH, CHATHAM (80 Wellington St. W.)

   •   The 64th Annual Lenten Noon Hour Interdenominational Services

   These interdenominational services are held weekly for 7 weeks during Lent from 12:10pm until 12:35pm followed by a sandwich luncheon in the parish hall.  The theme this year is “The Cost of Discipleship”.  Free will offering with proceeds to CK Hospice, Outreach for Hunger, and Salvation Army Food Bank. “EVERYONE IS WELCOME”

   The date and speaker for each week is listed below: 

      Thursday, February 26th | The Rev. Albert Lambkin, First Baptist Church.    -  Scripture Passage: Matthew 28:16-20

     Thursday, March 5th | The Rev. Maya-Melé Okazaki, Rondeau Bay Transfiguration Partnership Ministry. -  Scripture Passage: Luke 9:23-24

      Thursday, March 12th | The Rev. Paul D. Shaw, First Presbyterian Church.   -  Scripture Passage: John 13:34-35

      Thursday, March 19 | The Rev. MJ Meinzinger, Much Joy Ministries.  -   Scripture Passage: Romans 10:14-19

      Thursday, March 26th | The Rev. Dr. Marg Moriyama.   -   Scripture Passage: Colossians 1:28-29

       Thursday, April 2nd | The  Rev. John Maroney, Christ Church Chatham.   -  Scripture Passage: Hebrews 3:12-14

4. UPCOMING EVENTS AT ST. GEORGE'S, LONDON: 

   Choral Evensong Series

   The regular services of Choral Evensong at St. George’s will continue in 2026 on the fourth Sunday of every month, as follows:

   •   February 22  •   March 22  •   April 26  •   May 24  •   June 28

   •   Summer break - July & August

   •   All services will begin at 4:00 pm.

   What is Evensong?

   St. Paul's Cathedral in the UK describes Evensong as follows:

   "This service is led by the choir, who sing responses, canticles, an anthem, and the psalms set for the day on our behalf, allowing us to experience the beauty of the music in this iconic setting. There are some readings from the Bible, and prayers are said for the Church, the World and ourselves." 

   Please use this EVENSONG link to enjoy an article written by Rory Leishman.

5. UPCOMING EVENTS AT CHURCH OF THE HOLY SAVIOUR (33 Allen St. E. Waterloo)

   •   The Gospel by Ear - A Lenten Listening Practice at the Parish Hall

   This Lent, join us on Tuesday evenings for a communal practice of reading and listening to the Gospels together. Over the course of Lent, we will read all four Gospels aloud, letting the Gospels wash over us in their entirety, received through one another’s voices. Reading aloud is always optional; you are warmly invited to come and simply listen. Feel free to bring a small, quiet craft — knitting or handiwork is welcome.

   Each reading is offered as a gift; the heart of the gathering is not study or discussion, but shared attention — hearing the living Word as it is received in community.

   •   Tuesdays 7:30 - 9:30pm | Each week from February 24 to March 31

   All are welcome. Come to read. Come to listen. Come as you are. Hear the Gospels!  POSTER

   •   Lenten Organ Recitals | Every Friday in Lent, at 12:15pm.   POSTER

   Come along to hear some wonderful musicians and stay for a soup luncheon afterwards!

   Suggested donation: $10

     Friday February 20th | Mark D. Himmelman from Church of the Holy Saviour, Waterloo

     Friday February 27th | Bradley Moggach from  St. Peter’s Lutheran Church, Preston

     Friday March 6th | Emma Allan, Cello & Mark D. Himmelman, Organ

     Friday March 13th | Tyler Versluis from St. Matthew’s Anglican Church, Toronto

     Friday March 20th | Jonathan Oldengarm from Metropolitan United Church, Toronto

     Friday March 27th | Maria Gajraj from Montreal

6.   CHURCH OF THE ASCENSION, LONDON is conducting a fundraising online auction through Storey Auctions. Put in your bid on housewares, home decor, art, clothing, jewellery, games, and more at  https://shorturl.at/ivfYT.

   Bidding ends on Friday, Feb. 27, at 6 p.m. 

7. THE CHURCH OF ST. ANDREW MEMORIAL, LONDON (55 Foxbar Road, London) invites everyone to join us at our Pork Loin Dinner on March 6, 2026 at 5:30 p.m.

   Our Family & Friends Fun Night is serving a Pork Loin dinner including mashed potatoes, vegetable, dessert and tea & coffee.  A vegan lasagna will be available.  Take out meals will be available and must be ordered by March 1, 2026.

   Our fun night will include a silent auction. 

   Tickets may be purchased from Kent, Peggy or Lillian or email:  secretary@standrewmemorial.org.  POSTER

8. WORLD DAY OF PRAYER- Nigeria Focus will take place at TRINITY, SARNIA (1194 Murphy Rd. Sarnia) on Friday, March 6 at 2pm.

   World Day of Prayer is an international, ecumenical movement which enables us to hear the thoughts of women from over 120 countries. ALL ARE WELCOME to join together in prayer and fellowship to reflect on the theme

    “I will give you rest: come." Matthew 11:28-30.

   This year’s focus is NIGERIA; come and learn about Nigeria’s history, culture and concerns. 

   Refreshments to follow after the service.  POSTER

9. CHURCH OF THE ASCENSION, LONDON will host famed fiddler Jesse Grandmont and multi-instrumentalist Brian Barber together for a fun concert on March 7 at 7 p.m. This is a concert you don't want to miss. Tickets are $30, available at tickets@ascensionlondon.com or 519-451-7780.  POSTER

10. COME CELEBRATE YOUR CELTIC ROOTS – Saturday March 7th at ST. JAMES', INGERSOLL (130 Thames St. S in Ingersoll)

    St. James’ Church Ingersoll is celebrating the Celtic culture in preparation for St. Patrick’s Day!

    We are pleased to present the duo “The Paddy Stones” who will definitely entertain you  with a vast selection of tunes. All the way from Tillsonburg deep down in County Oxford, The Paddy Stones are two acoustic guitar playing gents who have entertained crowds for years at highland games, pubs, restaurants and private parties. They play pub favourites from Ireland, Scotland, the East Coast and Sea Shanties with plenty of song variations. Rick and Dan love to get the audience involved and ensure that attendees have a great time. They will post the words of many songs so all can see and sing along.

    This special concert will happen on Saturday March 7th from 2 to 4 pm. There will be an intermission when yummy Irish treats will be made available! Come and join us for a fun, musical afternoon! POSTER

    Tickets are $20.00 and are available by:

    •   calling the church office at 519-485-0385

    •   calling or texting  519-878-4494

    •   emailing us at stjamesingersoll@gmail.com.

11.   ST JAMES, CAMBRIDGE (520 Ellis Road, Cambridge) is hosting Kevin Pauls in concert on April 11 at 2 pm!

    One of the only Canadian concerts he will perform so get your tickets before they are gone.

    Tickets are $20 / person at www.stjamesang.ca OR 519-658-4547 POSTER

12. LIST OF SERVICES AT H.M. ROYAL CHAPEL OF THE MOHAWKS

    All services are held at 2 pm except the Christmas morning Eucharist which is held at 8 am

    •   March 29 - Palm Sunday

    •   October 4 - Thanksgiving Season

    •   December 6 - Sounds of the Christmas Season

    •   December 25 - Christmas Morning, 8 am

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

CAMP HURON DEVELOPMENT OFFICER
The Diocese of Huron is hiring a Development Officer. The Development Officer contributes significantly to the growth and sustainability of Camp Huron’s programming for children and youth. We are looking for someone with experience in the not-for-profit sector who has knowledge of Camp Huron and a creative approach to cultivating new opportunities. Please see the full job description: https://diohuron.org/pages/opportunities
 
Apply with cover letter and resume to: Jennifer McLaughlin, Director of Human Resources, 190 Queens Ave., London ON N6A 6H7 OR  jmclaughlin@huron.anglican.ca.