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Community Ministries

Hamlet of Pangnirtung demolishes the former St.Luke’s Hospital and former home of ATTS

Originally built in 1930 at a cost of $10,000, St. Luke’s Mission Hospital provided healthcare to the Inuit of Baffin Island until 1972, when it was replaced by government-run nursing station. It then served as the home of the Arthur Turner Training School, training several generations of Arctic clergy between 1972 and when the buildings were finally declared beyond repair in 2007. Expanded several times … Continue reading Hamlet of Pangnirtung demolishes the former St.Luke’s Hospital and former home of ATTS

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Editorials

Weekly Update: Ministry is like Building a House

Yesterday I sat with Rev. Loasie Kuniliusee. He told me, “When speaking to Inuit they just want to hear what comes from the Bible. They know what the Bible says, so only speak from the Bible and ask the Holy Spirit to guide you.” Wise words from a seasoned minister. The night before we had a retirement celebration for Loasie’s many years of ministry. Is … Continue reading Weekly Update: Ministry is like Building a House

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Diocesan Ministries

Mission Houses for the High Arctic

Housing remains a major challenge to fulfilling our mission to carry the Good News of Jesus Christ to all the world. The harsh winters in the Arctic mean that houses aren’t the safe long-term investment that those from the south often count on. With heavy frost and limited access to tradespeople and building supplies, a single overnight freeze-up or furnace break-down when the house is empty can mean the house is uninhabitable without major repairs. Continue reading Mission Houses for the High Arctic

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