Good Shepherd in the Anglican Messenger
Rev. Canon Maureen's Induction at Good shepherd was reported in the February 2009 issue of the Anglican Messenger. (See more of Rev. Canon's Induction here)
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More Good Shepherd in the March 2009 Issue of the Anglican Messenger
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Rev. Canon Maureen is also in the April 2009 Issue. Read it here
This article appeared in the June/July 2010 Anglican Messenger - Page 5
Good Shepherd 1910 tent service carries on despite snow
by Kathy Lake,
The Good Shepherd Church began worshipping in the Calder area of Edmonton in 1910. Until the congregation was able to build a
church they worshipped in a tent. In celebration of our 100th anniversary, we thought it would be unique to have one of our services
in a tent and have our parishioners come dressed in 1910 attire. We rented a tent to be set up in our parking lot.
As they started setting up the tent on Saturday, May 29th it started to rain. The rain turned to snow as they finished setting up.
We hoped it would be better on Sunday, but it was still snowing with water running through the center of the tent, and it was cold.
There are quite a number of seniors in our congregation so we decided to go with “plan B” - we moved into the church.
We had a beautiful celebration with Bishop Jane leading us in Worship and the Baptism of Samantha Fortier. Bishop Jane presented our
wardens with a beautiful plaque for our 100th anniversary. A number of our parishioners dressed in 1910 style, and we all enjoyed strawberry
shortcake served by the ACW after the service. A great time was had by all, even though the weather did not co-operate.
Kathy Lake is the Chair of the Good
Shepherd 100th Anniversary Committee
This article appeared in the June/July 2010 Anglican Messenger - Page 1
The Edmonton parishes of Good Shepherd, St. Michael and All Angels, St. Faith and St. Luke
held a joint 100th anniversary service on May 23rd at All Saints’ Cathedral.
by Kelly Fowler
Wrapping up a year’s worth of prayer, praise, music and remembrance, four parishes in the Edmonton Diocese celebrated their Centennial with a commemorative service on the Feast of Pentecost at All Saints’Cathedral. With Bishop Jane Alexander presiding and Primate Fred Hiltz preaching, people from across the diocese gathered to mark 100 years of service for the Edmonton parishes: St. Luke’s Anglican Church, St. Michael & All Angels Anglican Church, The Anglican Church of the Good Shepherd and St. Faith’s Anglican Church. “The buildings and the people have grown as the community has grown,” said the Rev. Wendy Ainsworth of St. Faith’s. “Our ministries have changed as the community has changed; and the people today give thanks for the people of yesterday, to prepare for the people of tomorrow. It’s about developing a continuity of faith.” The four parishes lived through the ebb and flow of historical moments, technological advances and social fluctuations, and ultimately maintained a cultural preservation while bolstering community growth in the areas surrounding their buildings. From humble beginnings to present day, the churches continue to reflect the needs of the people. In his sermon, the Primate extolled the diocese of Edmonton for its vital and healthy parish living. The checklist of a healthy parish, he said, includes evangelism, a focus on children and youth, growing disciples, hospitality and stewardship. This balance of time, talent and measure has stood with these four parishes through the years. Archbishop Hiltz encouraged all churches to “pay attention to our context. You were put in this place to bloom...that we will become ourselves a fresh expression of the community we are called to be.”
A presentation of the parish symbols demonstrated the different road the four churches have each walked over the past 100 years. Good Shepherd’s signature sheep and crook represents the Lord Jesus who leads, restores, guides, comforts, protects and loves his flock, while St. Luke’s butterfly signifies transformation, the remembrance of past accomplishments and the reality of present challenges. St. Michael and All Angels displayed two models of the building, reflecting on the physical presence of the church in the community, and a drawing by a Sunday School student showing the importance of the church as a family. Lastly, St. Faith’s offered of a simple bowl containing a Bible, bread, a baptismal candle, and pasta - symbols of the Word, sacramental ministry and the meals shared among many over the years. “Every time I come here I’m encouraged by what I’ve experienced,” said Archbishop Hiltz. He extended his thanks to Bishop Jane and the people of the Diocese of Edmonton for their recent hospitality, pausing to mark the liturgical anniversary of Bishop Jane’s consecration as bishop of Edmonton. “There is a sense of holiness about this woman we all embrace,” said Archbishop Hiltz. “Jane brings to the church a sense of confidence in the future.” And with that, we look ahead with fresh expressions to the next 100 years.