Upcoming Events - January 30, 2026

2026 EVENTS

1. HURON UNIVERSITY'S SUBSCRIPTION SERVICE TO THE LICENTIATE IN THEOLOGY PROGRAM

   Huron University in partnership with the Diocese of Huron is offering the new subscription service to all students from the Diocese of Huron, joining the Canadian Anglican Leaders and Learners network to access all courses in Huron's Licentiate in Theology Program - Free of Charge!  POSTER

   These courses are hosted virtually outside of the 9-5 workweek. Visit: https://huronu.ca/programs/theology/life-long-learning/

   •   from Jan. 8 - Presiding for the People of God - Bishop William Cliff, Thursdays 8-10 pm (ET),   POSTER 

   •   from Jan. 10 - Pastoral Care in Crisis: Finding Hope in Darkness - Fr. Matt Koovisk, Saturdays 12-4:30 pm (ET),  POSTER 

   •   from Jan. 13 - Protest and Praise: The Theology of Lament - Dr. William Morrow, Tuesdays 8-10 pm (ET)  POSTER

   •   from Jan. 28 - Living Our Faith: An Introduction to Christian Ethics - Dr. Gray Bowcott, Wednesdays from 8-10 (ET)  POSTER

2. MISSIONAL IMAGINATION CONFERENCE 2026

   Saturday, January 31, 2026

   "Naming Reality, Disrupting Narratives, Renewing the Church for Mission."

   Our slate of exciting guests includes:  

   •    The Rev. Canon Stephanie Spellers, Diocese of New York, The Episcopal Church

   •    The Very Rev. Dr. Carmen Lansdowne, 44th Moderator, United Church of Canada

   •    The Right Rev. Dr. Susan Bell, Bishop of Diocese of Niagara.

   •    The Right Rev. Sandra Fyfe, Bishop of Diocese of Nova Scotia & Prince Edward Island

   •    The Most Rev. David Edwards, Bishop of Diocese of Fredericton, Metropolitan; Ecclesiastical Province of Canada.

   •    Rev. Ed Trevors, St. Margaret's of Scotland, Halifax, NS.

   •    Rev. Jasmine Chandra & Rev. Terence Chandra, Stone Church, Saint John, NB.

   •    And more Canadian church leaders! 

   Join us as we explore one of the most pressing challenges for churches today: living and serving within what philosopher Charles Taylor calls the “immanent frame”—a cultural reality where faith is no longer assumed, transcendence feels optional, and religious claims must connect with everyday life. This conference will help church leaders in parishes and mission communities understand this shift and engage it honestly, so that mission becomes hospitable, communities become meaningful, and churches rediscover how to be open, authentic, and spiritually compelling in the 21st century.

   The conference includes facilitated group conversations that encourage deeper interaction and participation, and brief times of prayer and reflection.

   Hosted on Zoom - Cost: $50-$75. 

   •    Saturday, Jan 31, 2026 | 10:00am-12:30pm & 1:30pm-4:30pm EST

   REGISTER:   https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/axhdrnx/lp/d552cb9b-a9ea-413c-871f-76e78e13a4fd

3. ONLINE PRESENTATION: A Quick Tour of Morning and Evening Prayer.
   Saturday, February 7, 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM.

   Are you curious about integrating morning and/or evening prayer into your personal prayer practice, especially as Lent approaches? In this quick survey you'll be introduced to, and given tips on, navigating the daily office in the Book of Common Prayer, the Book of Alternative Services, and the newer Pray Without Ceasing resource.

   (Led by Archdeacon Matthew Kieswetter, this will be a practical rather than theoretical/historical/theological workshop.) 

   Direct link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89023348519

   Meeting ID: 890 2334 8519
   Passcode: Prayer

   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

4. BAPTISMAL LIVING, Part 4: The Ministry of Reconciliation
   Saturday, February 14, 2026
   10am to 11:30 am, Online 

   "Will you persevere in resisting evil?"

   "Will you seek and serve Christ in all persons?"

   "Will you strive for justice and peace among all people?"

   "Will you safeguard the integrity of God's creation?"

   All are welcome to join us for a pre-Lenten reflection with The Ven. Rosalyn Kantlaht'ant Elm, Archdeacon for Reconciliation and Indigenous Ministry. "God, ... through Christ, ... has given us the ministry of reconciliation" (2 Cor 5:18).  How do the promises we make at our baptism commit all Christians to the ministry of reconciliation -- with God, with one another, and with all of God's creation?

    There is no need to pre-register.

   Simply click here to  JOIN THE MEETING

   Meeting ID: 267 020 805 525 02
   Passcode: Lo6jC2ZS

   This event is Part 4 of the online series "Baptismal Living", generously sponsored by the Deanery of London.

   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

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: 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. 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

6. The Essex Deanery 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

   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. MARTIN-IN-THE-FIELDS, LONDON (489 Pinetree Drive, London)

   CHORAL EVENSONG ~ Sunday, February 1st, 4:00 pm

   Join us for a special service of Choral Evensong in the tradition of the Book of Common Prayer. All are warmly welcome to this evening liturgy of scripture, prayer, and music led by our parish choir. A reception with refreshments will follow. 

2.   UPCOMING EVENTS AT ST. JOHN'S, KITCHENER  (23 Water St. N.)

   Musical Flora, St. John's signature concert series, presents Serene Sound by the Found Sound Ensemble

   •   Sun, Feb 8 at 2:00 pm! Experience the mundane repurposed to weave contemplative and exotic tunings!

   •   Admission is $20 or pay as you can to support the series. Free for students and the unwaged.  POSTER

   SHROVE TUESDAY PANCAKE SUPPER 

   Mmm! St. John’s Shrove Tuesday Pancake Supper

   •   Feb 17 starting at 5:30pm! Enjoy pancakes, sausages, and REAL maple syrup. 

   •   $15 for individuals or $35 for a family. Tickets are available from Mohan Thomas (mohan.thomas@execulink.com) in advance, or at the door. Please RSVP if you intend to buy at the door.  POSTER

3. PANCAKE SUPPER – FEBRUARY 17 @ ST. ANNE'S, BYRON (1344 Commissioners Rd W in Byron)

   Dinners include: PANCAKES with REAL MAPLE SYRUP, SAUSAGES, FRUIT CUP, COOKIES & BEVERAGE. Gluten Free pancakes & sausages are available.  

   TWO SEATINGS: 4:30 to 6:00 and 6:15 to 7:30pm
   Take out available 4:30 to 7pm

    

   FOR TICKETS CALL ANGUS 519-870-5837, 

   Leave a message and WE WILL CALL BACK & arrange delivery of tickets to you.

   Or pick up at St. Anne's Church Hall Wednesday 9 to 11am, or at the door. Front entrance is ACCESSIBLE.

   PRICES: Adults $10, kids under 12 $5, Family $25 (2 adults & up to 3 kids)

4. ST. JOHN'S-BY-THE-LAKE, GRAND BEND

   •   February 17, 5 - 7 pm: Shrove Tuesday Pancake Supper - By donation!

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

5. ST. GEORGE'S OF FOREST HILL, KITCHENER

   •   February 1st: Vestry Sunday and Outreach Soup Luncheon

   •   February 22nd: 'Faith in Action' Communications Committee Fair

6. ST. GEORGE'S, GODERICH (87 North St. Goderich, ON)

   46th Annual Shrove Tuesday Pancake and Sausage Meal

   February 17th, 11am - 1pm OR 4-6 pm, proceeds to support St. George's Outreach Programs  POSTER

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

   •   Pancake Supper February 17th, 2026

   Come celebrate Shrove Tuesday, February 17th, 2026 by feasting on a Pancake Supper from 5:00pm – 6:30 pm. 

   All you can eat pancakes served with sausage, beverage and dessert for $15.00 adults, children under 10 FREE. Tickets available at the church office (519-352-1640) or at the doors.  POSTER

   •   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 19th   -  The Rev. Greg Simpson, St. Andrews United Church.   -   Scripture Passage: John 8:31-38

      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

8. 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.

9.   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

10.   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.

11. 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.

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.