A TESTIMONY OF HOPE - The Fourth Consultation of Anglican Bishops in Dialogue
The fourth consultation among Canadian, American and African bishops took place in Cape Town South Africa from Thursday May 2nd to Sunday May 5th 2013. We met in the context of worship, prayer, Scripture reading and the breaking of bread. Through the presentation of papers, continuing conversation, and growing relationships we engaged in dialogue both in sessions and over meals. We came from South Sudan, Malawi, Burundi, Ghana, Kenya, South Africa, Canada, Zambia and the United States. We continued the same process as in the past of inviting people from different dioceses to reflect on God's mission in their contexts, this time using the lens of reconciliation, in accordance with Paul's exhortation:
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Wisdom from Celtic Christianity with Ray Simpson
All Saints Sandy Hill
Sat. June 15, 9:30 to 2:00
Registration at 9:00 am
Visit here for more info and to Register online

Winter and spring 2013
Marriage, Re-Marriage and Step-Parenting Preparation Courses
Information and registration

Link to: Bishop's Announcements

Spring Fashion Show and Sale at St. Barnabas, May 22
Two shows, 1 PM and 6 PM in the Church Hall; tickets $30; everyone welcome. More info

New grants help churches go green
Until May 31, Canadian Anglican congregations can apply for grants of up to $1,000 to subsidize a green building audit-a process that will help churches identify which areas of their buildings need to become more energy efficient.
Green Audit Story
Application package
Green Audit Poster

Ottawa Citizen Article: St. Luke's Anglican Church goes lean and green

PWRDF: CIDA in 2013 Federal Budget
On March 21, Finance Minister Jim Flaherty announced that the Canadian International Development Agency (CIDA) will become part of a new Department of Foreign Affairs, Trade and Development. PWRDF has been a long-term partner with CIDA since the agency's earliest days, and currently works with CIDA on three separate projects in Bangladesh, Burundi, Mozambique, South Africa, and Tanzania. According to a statement from Julian Fantino, the Minister for International Cooperation, "The new Department of Foreign Affairs, Trade and Development will maintain the mandate of poverty alleviation and humanitarian support. This decision will have no impact on Canada's international assistance budget."

PWRDF is looking forward to working with the new department in order to ensure that the important work CIDA is supporting through PWRDF can continue.

New CD from St Barnabas
*Exsultate Deo!* *Rave reviews for the new CD recorded by the Choir of St. Barnabas and Organist and Choirmaster Wesley R. Warren* Respected organist and conductor Frances Macdonnell has this to say: "It's a lovely combination of pieces ... Beautifully produced - congratulations all around!" Your own copy of *Exsultate Deo*awaits you. More info

Summer programs & conferences
· Student Christian Movement (SCM) of Canada. Join students, youth, chaplains and allies for a week of workshops on eco-justice and liberation theology, spiritual renewal, community living and movement building at the Re:Creation General Conference, to be held from May 5th to 12th at Five Oaks Centre in Paris, Ontario. Keynote speaker, Professor Stephen Scharper. More details

· Ask & Imagine programs coming up this year, organized by the national church in London, Ontario: The May program for adults in youth ministry is BACK! In addition, the August "Youth Scholars" program returns with fresh and exciting new additions and welcomes students age 16 - 20 who have completed at least grade 10 at high school. More info

Community Development Assistant - The Bishop's Child Poverty Initiative
The Anglican Diocese of Ottawa seeks a returning post-secondary student to serve as Community Development Assistant (CDA) to The Bishop's Child Poverty Initiative for the period 3 June 2013 to 23 August 2013. A summer member of the Diocesan Mission Staff, the CDA will assist with project planning and policy development in support of the Diocese' ongoing efforts to alleviate child poverty throughout the geographic area that it serves. Funding for this position has been made possible thanks to a generous grant from the Government of Canada's Canada Summer Jobs' program. Candidates interested in the position are asked to forward a resume and covering letter to Matthew Brown at matthew-brown@ottawa.anglican.ca, Youth Formation and Vocation Missioner, by 5pm on Wednesday May 29th. We thank all candidates in advance for expressing an interest in this position; only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Position details (.pdf)

Incumbent, Christ Church Bells Corners
At CCBC, we celebrate our inter-generational approach to worship and programs. We have an active children and youth ministry. and offer adult Christian education programs.
Expressions of interest by May 31, 2013
Position Details (pdf)

Volunteer Opportunitites

Synod Office - Volunteer Pool
As our diocesan staff at 71 Bronson prepares for a busy autumn of workshops and new initiatives, we are looking for people to join a new pool of volunteer administrative assistants. This would be a great way to connect with all sorts of people and projects and make a real difference in the way we do things. Timing is flexible and you will be supervised by a member of the admin staff.

GIFT campaign, 2011- 2016
Contribute to our exciting capital campaign, raising $12-million for parish, diocesan and wider church programs and ministries Through increased involvement and support, GIFT draws us together as one Church. As it builds on the positive results of the stewardship initiatives currently in practice, parishioners will develop a better understanding of our Church's ministries in parishes and in local communities as well as nationally and internationally. Ultimately, this experience will give far more to a parish than merely the dollars raised.

Canada Works donation
Help the Diocese in other ways
With your help, the Diocese of Ottawa sponsors a number of community ministries including Centre 454, Cornerstone, The Well, and the Ottawa Pastoral Centre. In addition, our parishes and programs further the gospel in the Ottawa valley. A donation to the Diocese through Canada Helps, whether one-time or repeating, can be designated to a specific program if you wish.