An Invitation to Pray / Invitation à la prière

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An Invitation to Pray (la version française suivra)

In her Synod Charge this year, Bishop Mary invited us to be more intentional about the ways we gather and pray.

“This year I want to invite everyone to join me in a year of spiritual renewal, of intentional discipleship, of deepening our commitment to Christ, and of discerning ways to reach out into God’s world in his love. I want to challenge everyone to take on one spiritual renewal activity in your parish – and invite me to attend!”

-Bishop Mary Irwin-Gibson

Here is a message from Congregational Development Coordinator, the Rev Dr. Neil Mancor highlighting the importance of prayer in small groups!

Dans sa charge synodale de cette année, l'évêque Mary nous a invités à être plus attentifs à la manière dont nous nous réunissons et dont nous prions.

"Cette année, je veux inviter tout le monde à se joindre à moi pour une année de renouveau spirituel, de discipulat intentionnel, d'approfondissement de notre engagement envers le Christ, et de discernement des moyens d'atteindre le monde de Dieu dans son amour. Je souhaite mettre tout le monde au défi d'entreprendre une activité de renouveau spirituel dans votre paroisse - et m'inviter à y participer !

-Mgr Mary Irwin-Gibson

Voici un message du coordinateur du développement de la congrégation, le Révérend Dr. Neil Mancor, qui souligne l'importance de la prière dans les petits groupes !

New! Supper Club Prayer Walk Series

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Starting in the Fall of 2023, we are launching a series of Prayer Walks followed by a light meal and fellowship with guided conversation. All walking levels are welcome. Locations and Dates to be announced. Stay tuned for details!

This is a great opportunity to move, pray and be together. Invite a friend!

Bishop's Message (Anglican Montreal September edition)

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Kingdom or Kin-dom?

by Bishop Mary Irwin-Gibson for Anglican Montreal, September 2023

Years ago I read Tales of Kingdom, the first of three books of allegories by David R. Mains and Karen Burton Mains, in which an orphaned boy and his younger brother escape from the Enchanted City and go towards where they have heard there is a king and trees. They find themselves in a place called Great Park which is guarded by Rangers. The rangers call out to one another other, “How goes the world?” “The world goes not well!” comes the answer; “But the Kingdom comes!”, “The Kingdom comes!” they reply.
Once in Great Park, the boy learns that the king goes around in disguise so that he can be with his people, in whatever they are experiencing. In fact, it’s a game children like to play – to spot the King! Eventually, he learns to spot him and grows into a relationship and calling in which he owns the king’s values and methods.
In a recent conversation, someone spoke about the Kingdom of God as the Kin-dom of God. I wasn’t sure I had heard correctly but I had! It moves us from a hierarchical way of thinking about God, to a relationship-based model. Rather than being subjects in a kingdom, we are beloved relatives and friends, sons and daughters by adoption, part of the Body of Christ, working as God’s Kin-dom people in God’s world.
This summer has been a difficult and frightening one for so many people around the world and in our own country as well. Drought, heat waves, floods, fires, evacuations, smoke clouds from miles away, tornados, war, insurrection, disease, famine, political, social and climate instability, chaos. How can we take up the Lambeth Conference call to be “God’s people for God’s world” with all that worrisome stuff going on?
The letter to the Romans outlines some practices for those who want to live as God’s people:
“Let love be genuine; hate what is evil, hold fast to what is good; love one another with mutual affection; outdo one another in showing honour. Do not lag in zeal, be ardent in spirit, serve the Lord. Rejoice in hope, be patient in suffering, persevere in prayer. Contribute to the needs of the saints; extend hospitality to strangers. Bless those who persecute you; bless and do not curse them. Rejoice with those who rejoice, weep with those who weep. Live in harmony with one another; do not be haughty, but associate with the lowly; do not claim to be wiser than you are. Do not repay anyone evil for evil, but take thought for what is noble in the sight of all. If it is possible, so far as it depends on you, live peaceably with all. Beloved, never avenge yourselves, but leave room for the wrath of God; for it is written, “Vengeance is mine, I will repay, says the Lord.” No, “if your enemies are hungry, feed them; if they are thirsty, give them something to drink; for by doing this you will heap burning coals on their heads.” Do not be overcome by evil, but overcome evil with good.” Romans 12:9-21 (NRSV)

“The world goes not well!” “But the Kin-dom comes!”

Source https://montreal.anglicannews.ca/bishops-message-september-2023/

photo by Janet Best

Outdoor Family Yoga and Storytelling to celebrate the Season of Creation

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You are invited to join us for a creative storytelling and family / kids yoga event on the lawn of St Philip's Church (bordering NDG and Montreal West).

We will be exploring the Creation story in the language of Godly Play, incorporating movement, breath, music, imagination and play! This is an all ages and stages event so bring your spiritual curiosity and your yoga mat.

Joinb us to Celebrate the Season of Creation!

When: Sunday, September 10th at 11:30am

Where: St Philips Church Lawn (weather permitting. otherwise in the church hall) 7505 Sherbrooke West

Join the event / follow the conversation on FB

Lemonade and cookies will be served. Please RSVP mtlyouth@montreal.anglican.ca

Are you Ready for the Season of Creation? Êtes-vous prêts pour la Saison de la création ?

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🌱 Are you ready for the Season of Creation?
The Season of Creation is an observance that focuses on the theme of creation, environmental stewardship, and the interconnectedness of all life from September 1 to October 4.

We are all encouraged to participate!

🌱Download the guide here
https://seasonofcreation.org/

🌱Contact the Stewardship of the Environment Committee for inspiration / local resources
https://www.montreal.anglican.ca/stewardshipoftheenvironment

🌱 Êtes-vous prêts pour la Saison de la création ?
La Saison de la création est une célébration qui se concentre sur le thème de la création, de la gestion de l'environnement et de l'interconnexion de toutes les formes de vie, du 1er septembre au 4 octobre.

Nous sommes tous encouragés à y participer !

Téléchargez le guide ici

version française


🌱 Contactez le comité de gérance de l'environnement pour obtenir de l'inspiration ou des ressources locales ICI