Diocese of Niagara

A message to the Anglican Communion from the 106th Archbishop of Canterbury - The Rt Revd and Rt Hon Dame Sarah Mullally DBE. Read the full statement on the Anglican News website: bit.ly/46JF1KF

Today in the Anglican Cycle of Prayer, we pray for the Diocese of Niagara in the Anglican Church of Canada and for its bishop, the Rt Revd Dr Susan Bell. With a joyful spirit and bold witness, the diocese invites us to join them in thanksgiving and prayer: 🙏 We give thanks for the gift of new vocations, and we pray for the grace of many more to serve the diverse ministry contexts across Niagara with faith and compassion. 🙏 We give thanks for the renewal of faith taking root across the diocese, and we pray that this renewal may deepen and flourish through the power of the Holy Spirit. 🙏 We celebrate the birth of new missional communities and official missions, including the Mission in Acts Mandarin mission, All Saints Mission, the Migrant Farm Workers Mission and the St. Luke’s Community. We pray God’s blessing on these communities and for continued opportunities to serve through creativity, justice and love. #Anglicans @NiagaraAnglican

The 44th session of the General Synod has concluded in London, Ontario, after a week of discernment, worship and fellowship. For her closing remarks, Archbishop Anne chose to lift up the voices of others. Here are their reflections on the journey together. instagram.com/reel/DLhxc1SpP…

On this Day of Pentecost, we pray for right judgement, holy comfort and unity in the Spirit who renews all things.

Mark National Indigenous Day of Prayer by joining us on June 21st with the Kairos Blanket Exercise, an experiential workshop that explores the historical and contemporary relationship between Indigenous and non-Indigenous peoples in Canada. Learn more bit.ly/NiagaraBlanket…

Your prayers are invited for David Shumaker as he prepares for ordination to the diaconate and for The Reverends Charles Meeks and Dena Thomas as they prepare for ordination to the priesthood. The service will take place at Christ's Church Cathedral in Hamilton on Sunday, June 15

We are looking forward to celebrating 150 years with families from all over the diocese at our Anniversary Picnic hosted at Canterbury Hills Camp! All are welcome to join us Saturday, June 14th, 2025 from 11:00am - 2:00pm for fun, games, and hot dogs! bit.ly/150Anniversary…

Join us on Sunday, June 1st, 2025 at Christ's Church Cathedral for Fiercely Loved: Proudly Defiant. This service begins at 4:00pm and celebrates pride in the 2SLGBTQIA+ community. Celebrate with us an enjoy music, dancing, worship, refreshments and conversation.

"Hosanna! Blessed is He who comes in the name of the Lord!" As we enter Holy Week, celebrating Jesus' triumphant arrival into Jerusalem, we are also reminded of his Passion and the journey ahead of him. We pray:

Today is Palm Sunday, the day we remember Jesus’ triumphal entry into Jerusalem. As He rode in on a donkey, crowds gathered to greet Him with palm branches, shouting “Hosanna!” in joyful praise. This moment marks the beginning of Holy Week—a sacred journey that leads us to the cross, and ultimately to the hope of resurrection. Bible Verse: "As he was now approaching the path down from the Mount of Olives, the whole multitude of the disciples began to praise God joyfully with a loud voice for all the deeds of power that they had seen." (Luke 19:37) Prayer: Almighty God, as we remember Jesus' entry into Jerusalem, grant us grace to follow Him in faithfulness. May we ever hail Him as our King and walk in the way that leads to eternal life. Through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen. #Anglicans #PalmSunday

The Annual Bishop's Company Dinner is May 13th, and it's time to renew your memberships! New to the Bishop's Company? Here are just a few of the quick facts about the Bishop's Company that we will be sharing coming up! To learn more and become a member, visit our link-in-bio.

On this Transgender Day of Visibility we continue to stand in solidarity with our transgender siblings in Christ and celebrate the beloved people God created them to be. We also stand against the dehumanization of the transgender and non-binary communities.

Join us on Zoom for Earth Day, April 22nd, 6:30-8:00pm ahead of Climate Justice Sunday April 27th as Climate Justice Niagara hosts an online webinar with some engaging speakers learn more and register by visiting lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/ku59x4z…

As the winter storm rages on around us, some Sunday services have been cancelled and online worship is being offered by many churches. Please check ahead and only venture out if it’s safe to do so in your area, connect with vulnerable neighbours, and pray,...

Sunday, February 16th, the Diocese of Niagara recognizes Freedom Sunday. Freedom Sunday is a global movement of prayer, worship, and action to address the crime of human trafficking. Deirdre Pike shares why this is so important to recognize our diocese.niagaraanglican.news/human-traffick…

Please be advised the Synod Offices will be closed today due to inclement weather. All in-person events & meetings will be cancelled. Staff continue to work from home and virtual meetings will continue as scheduled. Please note that the Cathedral Cafe will operate as usual.

The Lenten season is quickly approaching! Do you have your copy of A New and Ancient Evangelism yet? Find out why this is Bishop Susan's Book for Lent and purchase your copy through our diocesan offices today! niagaraanglican.ca/news/bishop-su…

Have you heard about our Giving Tuesday Food Security Appeal? Until December 8th, your donations will have double the impact! Learn more niagaraanglican.ca/news/diocese-l…

This morning parishes shared a pastoral letter from Bishop Susan Bell to begin the Advent season

Today marks the beginning of COP16, where world leaders have gathered in Colombia to discuss joint action on biodiversity loss. An Anglican delegation, led by Bishop Graham Usher is attending. They will make 5 Calls, focussed on caring for creation, and influencing governments to address nature loss. The first Call is to "Choose Hope", which urges governments to work with faith groups to mobilise communities for global reforestation and tree planting initiatives. Through initiatives like the Communion Forest, Anglicans are already demonstrating how reforestation can restore ecosystems and address biodiversity loss. Working together, our actions add up. Download the Calls being made here: bit.ly/3UaSWm9 Find out more about Anglicans at COP16 here: anglicancommunion.org/COP16 #COP16 #Anglicans #ChooseHope #Biodiversity