The Advent 1996 issue of the International Anglican Family Network "tells of just a few of the projects, linked with churches, which are trying to alleviate the suffering and halt the spread of the disease. In this terrible situation there are signs of hope." Article includes reports from 12 different countries.
A history and description of St. Mark's Anglican Church, Fitzroy, in Melbourne Australia, which will celebrate its 150th anniversary on 1 July 2003. The Anglo Catholic parish has a long history of pastoral work and liturgy. The parish sponsors the St. Mark's Community Centre and a very active AIDS ministry.
"This book has grown out of the work of Anglicare, carried on through its AIDSLink programme. AIDSLink is the common thread which has brought these people and stories together. Discussions between AIDSLink Coordinator, Judith Antill, and myself led to firstly to the idea of a `book of stories' and finally, to this printed volume." -- Acknowledgements, p. v.
"Discussion questions and thought-provoking Bible verses accompany each story." -- Back cover.
Contents: Foreword / Alfred W. Steinbeck -- Acknowledgements / Mamie Long -- Glossary -- Introduction -- Graham and Margaret -- Tania -- Scott -- Jenny and Andrew -- Michael -- Jean and Marion -- Rebecca -- A church's story -- How can I care for people ? -- What is HIV/AIDS ? -- Stopping the spread -- About AIDSLink -- Selected resources.
"Canadians wishing to know about the missionary work of fellow Anglicans can benefit from a tracking program called Anglican Missionary Awareness Program (A-Map). A-Map is a volunteer effort which is still getting under way. It will attempt to: Gather name and profiles of Canadian Anglicans involved in overseas mission -- both General Synod Volunteers in Mission and those serving with other agencies; Strengthen awareness within the Anglican Church of Canada of the need for global mission .... People wanting information on Canadians involved in mission overseas, should write to A-Map, 9008-143 Street, Edmonton, Alberta, T5R 0P4; Fax (403) 456-3707; e-mail: gjakeway@gpu.srv.ualberta.ca".