Commentary

All Saints, Sandy Hill

Glenn J Lockwood December 2, 2022

Today, courtesy of climbing and photography done by Brian Glenn, we find ourselves in the belfry of the former All Saints Church, Sandy Hill, Ottawa, ...

The blessing of slowing things down

The Rev. Matthew Brown December 2, 2022

Sleighbells ringing in the snow, Kissing ‘neath the mistletoe, Out in the barn the cattle low, It’s Christmas in the Valley.” “Christmas in the Valley,” ...

Looking past distractions to remember what matters most at Christmas

Bishop Shane Parker December 1, 2022

In December, when our minds stretch to imagine the birth of Jesus in Bethlehem, be mindful of the many cultural layers that have been placed ...

All Saints Westboro Ottawa

Glenn J Lockwood November 1, 2022

There could be no more appropriate image to illustrate church architecture in the Diocese of Ottawa in the 1950s than this one. If the house ...

Beyond the troubles of this present time

The Rev. Dr. Alana McCord November 1, 2022

The Rev. Dr. Alana McCord is Associate Incumbent of St. Paul’s Kanata “Comfort, O Lord, we pray thee, all who mourn the loss of those ...

Walking as an ally

Leigh Anne Williams November 1, 2022

Wearing an orange shirt on September 30 is an easy way to show support for survivors of residential schools and reconciliation work. As the crowd ...

Stay warm in heart and spirit when the chill winds blow

Bishop Shane Parker November 1, 2022

I am fond of November, a month when nature shifts from the richness of autumn, with its pungent smells, colourful leaves, golden days, and temperate ...

What is the name of this place?

Glenn J Lockwood October 1, 2022

Here we view a classic shot by photographer William James Topley of a significant Anglican house of worship in Canada’s capital. Its name? It all ...

Way of Life

Paul Dumbrille October 1, 2022

People sometimes ask: “How can I lead a Christian life when faced with the busy demands, temptations and choices involved in living in today’s world?” ...