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Weekly Email - Diocese of Athabasca

Diocese of Athabasca
Diocesan Weekly Email, July 30, 2026

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Diocesan Prayers

Diocesan Prayers

If you want to include someone on this list, please forward the information to dioath@telusplanet.net.  For privacy only first names will be used. Clicking the picture will open up an email to be sent to the synod office.  Please label as Prayer Request.

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Prayer for the Diocese

Prayer for the Diocese

 
Heavenly Father, we lift up the Diocese of Athabasca to You for this coming week. We pray Your abundant blessings upon Bishop David Greenwood, along with all the clergy, lay workers, and parish members across northern Alberta, filling them with a unified purpose as they serve their local communities. We lay before You all those within our families and parishes who are currently suffering in body, mind, or spirit. For the ill, the lonely, and the hurting, we pray for Your comfort, strength, and divine healing. Breathe Your peace into their lives and sustain them through their trials. We also ask You to guide the leadership and congregations in their ongoing preparations for the upcoming Diocesan Synod in Peace River. Grant wisdom, clarity, and the guidance of the Holy Spirit to all the delegates, committees, and organizers as they prepare to gather to discern the future mission of Your church. We pray for our global human family, especially those suffering from the devastating effects of earthquakes, wildfires, and other natural disasters. Be a refuge and strength to those who have lost loved ones, homes, and livelihoods. Sustain the emergency responders, firefighters, and rescue workers, and inspire communities everywhere to act with active compassion and generous support. All this we ask in the name of Jesus Christ, our Rock and Redeemer. Amen.
 

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Prayer for the Diocesan Camp 2026

Prayer for the Diocesan Camp 2026

Heavenly Father,
We lift up the diocesan BUILD camp happening this coming weekend. We thank you for the reminder that our lives, families, and communities are Built Upon Incredible Love Daily—your love, which never fails.
Lord, we ask that you pour out your blessings upon every person, family, volunteer, and leader gathering together. May this weekend be a masterclass in your grace. Help us to dismantle the distractions of everyday life and reconstruct our hearts on the firm foundation of your truth.
As we fellowship, play, and pray together, remind us of the incredible love you offer us each day. Give the organizers and speakers your wisdom to guide us. Give the parents patience, the children joyful hearts, and everyone a spirit of unity.
Protect everyone during their travels. Keep the camp safe and filled with laughter. May the bonds formed this weekend strengthen our entire diocesan family, so that we return to our local parishes ready to BUILD up your Kingdom. We also pray for good weather and few mosquitoes at the camp.
We ask this through Christ our Lord.
Amen.

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https://athdio.ca/news/diocesan-family-camp-2026

Diocesan Facebook Prayer Schedule

Diocesan Facebook Prayer Schedule

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https://athdio.ca/news/diocesan-facebook-prayer-schedule

Understanding Ourselves: The Anglican Faith

Understanding Ourselves: The Anglican Faith

This Week: What is DEC?

A weekly sharing which intends to answer questions about our historic Anglican Faith.  If you are tempted to ask, “Yes, but what about _____?”  You may find the answer here!  

For more infomation visit:

https://athdio.ca/news/understanding-ourselves-the-anglican-faith--310

Right Reverend David Greenwood, Bishop of Athabasca

Right Reverend David Greenwood, Bishop of Athabasca

Brief Highlights of the Bishop's Calendar

For more infomation visit:

https://athdio.ca/news/brief-highlights-of-the-bishops-itinerary

Upcoming Events Across the Diocese

Upcoming Events Across the Diocese

If you have an event happening in your parish please let the office know at dioath@telusplanet.net or call 780-624-2767.

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https://athdio.ca/pages/upcoming-events

Diocesan Family Camp 2026

Diocesan Family Camp 2026

July 30 - August 2 at Camp Artaban

The camp starts today.  You can arrive any time around 4:00 pm to the camp.  If you have not registered you can still do so or just show up.  

Registration packages have been emailed out to all registered campers.  If you did not receive an email package please contact the Synod Office at dioath@telusplanet.net.  The information sent out can also be found by clicking HERE!

For more infomation visit:

https://athdio.ca/news/diocesan-family-camp-2026

Tour of the Anglican Cemetery, Peace River

Tour of the Anglican Cemetery, Peace River

August 22, 2026

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https://athdio.ca/pages/upcoming-events

St. Helen's, Fairview

St. Helen's, Fairview

Eucharist Service - July 26, 2026

For more infomation visit:

https://athdio.ca/news/st-helens-fairview--312

Message from South Sudan

Message from South Sudan

Sister Diocese - IBBA

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https://athdio.ca/news/message-from-diocese-of-ibba

Official Notice of Diocesan Synod, 2026

Official Notice of Diocesan Synod, 2026

October 15 - 18, 2026 - Peace River, Alberta

Deadlines Coming Soon!!!

Please make sure to secure your accommodations as soon as possible.

All are welcome - please let the synod office know if you plan to attend and are not a delegate.  There is a form to fill out if you wish to share meals with the delegates.

Registration Forms and Fees due to Synod Office by September 1, 2026.

Reports for Convening Circular due to Synod Office by August 1, 2026.

For more infomation visit:

https://athdio.ca/news/official-notice

2026 Say Yes to Kids Campaign

2026 Say Yes to Kids Campaign

Thank you

Dear Say Yes! to Kids team leaders,

Thank you for participating in the 2026 Say Yes! to Kids campaign and for the energy, creativity, and commitment you brought to this year’s effort.

Together, 24 teams raised more than $165,000 for ministries with children, youth, and young adults, making this the most successful Say Yes! to Kids campaign since the initiative began in 2021. This achievement belongs to all of you, and I am deeply grateful for the leadership you provided in your communities.

Michelle Hauser | Development & Communications Officer

Anglican Foundation of Canada

For more infomation visit:

https://www.anglicanfoundation.org/say-yes-to-kids-sets-new-record/

Share with the Diocese

Share with the Diocese

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https://athdio.ca/pages/upcoming-events

2026 Request for Proposals

2026 Request for Proposals

New national funding opportunity.

If your parish is interested in the Community Bridge Building and Crisis Response grant offered by the Anglican Foundation please submit the application to the Synod Office for approval by the Diocesan Executive Council by August 15, 2026.  

For more infomation visit:

https://www.anglicanfoundation.org/2026-request-for-proposals/

Prayer for the Parishes

Prayer for the Parishes

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