Bishop's Action Appeal 2025 / Appel à l'action de l'évêque 2025

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or mail your cheque to: The Synod of the Diocese of Montreal, 1444 Union Ave, Montreal, QC H3A 2B8 (Business No.108061458 RR 0028)

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It is with honour and humility that I reach out to you as your new Bishop in this season of giving. Thanks to your generous gifts, last year we were able to contribute more than $14,000 to support our curates’ ministry. Because of that support they were able to serve Hispanic and Ukrainian communities in the Granby area, lead a Revive course in Sainte-Agathe and Arundel, and enrich the youth ministry in the West Island. Supporting our curates has brought new life and opportunity to the diocese. 

As I begin my ministry among you, I have reflected on what is most important for our church today; it is time to focus on parish growth. Our parishes—like life-giving baobab trees—are the centers of diocesan life. With your partnership we can continue to provide resources, programs, and peer-to-peer support that will foster renewal and growth across our parishes.

I believe that the growth of our communities should not be measured solely by people attending our services. Beyond attendance, growth lies in our communities' ability to manage themselves effectively, to provide a space where everyone can flourish, and to open themselves up to the society around us. This will make our presence a small light that nourishes hope and, ultimately, draw new people to us.  

My humble work among you is to encourage you to use the gifts you have received from the Lord to bless the Church's mission. I can’t do this alone. Be assured that your gift today will continue to bless the Church for years to come.

Unless you specify otherwise, half of your donation will go to Giving with Grace which funds projects at the national church level, including The Healing Fund, military chaplaincies, indigenous ministries and more. For more information on Giving with Grace visit www.anglican.ca/giving/. 

‘‘A generous person will prosper; whoever refreshes others will be refreshed.’’ (Proverbs 11:25)  

With my best wishes for peace, hope, and good health! 

The Rt. Rev. Victor-David Mbuyi Bipungu

P.S. Gifts of $25 or more are eligible for a tax receipt, which will be issued in February 2026.

C'est avec honneur et humilité que je m'adresse à vous en tant que votre nouvel évêque en cette période de partage. Grâce à vos dons généreux, nous avons pu verser plus de 14 000 $ l'année dernière pour soutenir le ministère de nos prêtres vicaires. Grâce à ce soutien, ils ont pu servir les communautés hispaniques et ukrainiennes de la région de Granby, animer un cours ‘‘Revive’’ à Sainte-Agathe et à Arundel, et enrichir la pastorale des jeunes dans l'Ouest-de-l'Île. Le soutien apporté à nos prêtres vicaires a insufflé une nouvelle vie et ouvert de nouvelles perspectives au diocèse.

Alors que je débute mon ministère parmi vous, je me suis interrogé sur ce qui importe le plus pour notre Église aujourd’hui : il est temps de mettre l’accent sur la croissance de nos paroisses. À l’image des baobabs qui donnent la vie, nos paroisses sont le cœur battant de la vie diocésaine. Grâce à votre collaboration, nous pouvons continuer à fournir des ressources, des programmes et un soutien direct qui favoriseront le renouveau et la croissance dans toutes nos paroisses.

Je crois que la croissance de nos communautés ne doit pas être mesurée uniquement par le nombre de personnes qui assistent à nos célébrations. Au-delà de la fréquentation, la croissance réside dans la capacité de nos communautés à se gérer efficacement, à offrir un espace où chacun peut s'épanouir et à s'ouvrir à la société qui nous entoure. Cela fera de notre présence une petite lumière qui nourrit l'espoir et, en fin de compte, attirera de nouvelles personnes vers nous. Mon humble travail parmi vous consiste à vous encourager à utiliser les dons que vous avez reçus du Seigneur pour faire avancer la mission de l'Église. Je ne peux pas y parvenir seul. Soyez assurés que votre don d'aujourd'hui continuera à bénir l'Église pendant de nombreuses années.

Vous trouverez ci-jointe une enveloppe dans laquelle vous êtes invités à mettre un don généreux. Si vous préférez, vous pouvez également faire un don en ligne à l'adresse suivante : www.montreal.anglican.ca/ Sauf indication contraire de votre part, la moitié de votre don sera versée à Giving with Grace, qui finance des projets au niveau national, notamment The Healing Fund, les aumôneries militaires, les ministères autochtones et bien d'autres encore. Pour plus d'informations sur Giving with Grace, rendez-vous sur www.anglican.ca/giving/.

« Une personne généreuse sera comblée, et qui donne à boire sera lui-même désalteré. » (Proverbes 11:25)

Je vous souhaite paix, espérance et bonne santé ! Mgr Victor-David Mbuyi Bipungu P.S. Les dons de 25 $ ou plus donnent droit à un reçu fiscal, qui sera émis en février 2026

Faites un don en toute sécurité dès maintenant

Let's plan for the Holiday season 🎄

Looking for some Advent-Christmas Inspo for your children, youth & family ministry programs?

We’ve got you…

Join us on Thursday November 27th on Zoom at noon EST or our special  

Holiday (Advent-Christmas) themed sesh!

RSVP HERE

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New Lesson Plan for leaders of Children and Youth Ministry

As the seasons change and daylight recedes, this may have us reflecting on our relationship to both the dark and the light. We created a lesson plan for children, youth and family ministry leaders to support this theme.

Download the full plan HERE

SAMPLE: Lesson Plan: “From Darkness to Light”

Theme: Darkness and Light Age Range: 5–15 years (with adaptable sections)

Setting: Sunday School / Youth Group Duration: ~60 minutes

Focus: Understanding light and darkness in Scripture and life — as symbols of hope, change, awareness, and God’s presence.

Pedagogical Approach: Inclusive, critical-thinking-based, creative, and affirming of diverse perspectives. Theological Orientation: (drawing from liberation, ecological, feminist, and contemplative theologies).

Download full printable lesson plan HERE

Job Opportunity Christ Church Cathedral

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Job Opportunity: Associate Priest
📍 Christ Church Cathedral – Montreal, QC
Application Deadline: November 24, 2025
Start Date: Early 2026

Christ Church Cathedral, a vibrant and inclusive Anglican community in the heart of downtown Montreal, is seeking a bilingual (English/French) Associate Priest to join its dynamic and collaborative ministry team.

We’re looking for a creative, compassionate, and visionary leader who will:

  • Co-lead worship, pastoral care, and Christian education

  • Preach and teach with depth and inspiration

  • Nurture spiritual growth across all ages

  • Champion outreach and public theology in a diverse urban context

What You Bring:

  • A strong foundation in Anglican tradition and inclusive theology

  • Excellent preaching, pastoral, and communication skills

  • Experience in Christian formation and team leadership

  • A heart for justice, diversity, and community engagement

What We Offer:

  • A supportive and forward-thinking ministry team

  • Rich liturgical and musical traditions

  • A diverse, engaged, and welcoming congregation

  • Compensation aligned with the Diocesan Clergy Stipend Scale

To Apply:
Send the following to The Very Rev. Bertrand Olivier, Dean of Montreal (dean@montrealcathedral.ca):

  • Cover letter outlining your vision for ministry

  • Current CV

  • Link to a recently preached sermon

  • Contact details for three referees

🗓️ Deadline: November 24, 2025
🎤 Interviews: Late November
📅 Start Date: Early 2026

🔗 Learn more: www.montrealcathedral.ca/job-opportunities

Version française disponible sur demande ou sur notre site web :
www.montrealcathedral.ca/fr/possibilites-demploi 

 



The Rev Dr Jesse Zink is guest for next online forum for youth leaders October 30th

Online Forum is a monthly informal, supportive peer gathering for leaders, allies and advocates of children, youth and family ministry.

The Rev Dr Jesse Zink is our special guest

The Rev. Dr. Jesse Zink is principal of Montreal Diocesan Theological College and canon theologian in the Diocese of Montreal. In those roles, he teaches at McGill University and in the Montreal School of Theology consortium, while also relating broadly to churches in Canada and the United States.

Thursday, October 30th at noon.

Theme: We will be reflecting on what it means to be a Community of Belonging.

Bring your lunch, questions, ideas, hopes and dreams.

RSVP HERE for the link

Looking forward to welcoming you!