Celebrating Generosity: St. Nicholas Dinner Raises More Than $20,000 for the Anne Germond Legacy Fund The Diocese of Algoma extends heartfelt thanks to the Deanery
The Anne Germond Legacy Fund has reached approximately $1.2 million, following more than $54,000 in new support since September. Recent gifts from Thorneloe University, the St. Nicholas’ Dinner, and generous parish and individual donors continue to strengthen episcopal ministry in Algoma.
The Anne Germond Legacy Fund has surpassed $1.15 million, thanks to generous gifts from parishes and individuals across Algoma. Recent highlights include a $25,000 contribution from The Church of the Epiphany, Sudbury, along with parish gifts totaling more than $5,000—signs of faithful commitment to sustaining episcopal ministry.
“This kind of response is deeply encouraging,” said Archbishop Anne Germond. “It affirms our shared vision for the future of episcopal ministry in Algoma. The generosity we’ve seen—both at the dinner and since—gives us great momentum as we begin connecting with deaneries across the diocese for similar events. I’m truly excited about what’s ahead.”
Your generosity and enthusiasm were truly humbling. From the purchase of tickets for the banquet dinner at the Water Tower Inn to the many generous contributions to the Silent Auction, your participation made this event a remarkable success. What a gift it was to have the privilege of hearing Dr. Roberta Bondar’s address on leadership through her lived experience as a scientist, neurologist, astronaut, and photographer—which was insightful, touching, humorous, learned, and thought-provoking.
The Diocese of Algoma is pleased to announce that Dr. Roberta Bondar, Canada’s first woman in space, will be the keynote speaker at the Bishop’s Dinner on Friday, May 9, 2025, at The Water Tower Inn, Sault Ste. Marie.
