On the Eve of the Meeting of the North American Bishops
Addressed to Anglican Ordinariate of Saint George · Anglican Mission of Lake Erie
Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ,
Grace and peace be with you in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ.
Tomorrow, the bishops of the Anglican Free Communion International in North America will gather in prayer and discernment to consider the future leadership of our Province.
This meeting is an important moment in our shared life, as we seek to elect a new Provincial Archbishop who will shepherd our mission with wisdom, unity, and faithfulness to the Gospel.
As members of the Anglican Mission of Lake Erie and the Anglican Vicariate of Saint George, we are part of a living communion that stretches across nations yet remains united in purpose: to proclaim Christ in all places, through the Anglican Way. I ask each of you to join me in prayer for this gathering — for humility in our deliberations, for the guidance of the Holy Spirit in our decision-making, and for the strengthening of our common witness in the world.
Pray that those entrusted with leadership may act not out of ambition or preference, but out of love for Christ and His Church. Pray that our communion may continue to be a sign of hope, reconciliation, and steadfast faith.
Once the bishops have met and the election has been concluded, we will share an update with all clergy and laity regarding the outcome and the path forward for our Province.
Until then, may we be steadfast in prayer, confident in God's providence, and united in our shared calling.
With every blessing, ✠ Brent Edward Whetstone Bishop, Anglican Ordinariate of Saint George Anglican Mission of Lake Erie
*Christus in Omnibus Locis, Per Viam Anglicanam* — Christ in All Places, Through the Anglican Way