Honourable Shannon Phillips - MLA for Lethbridge-West

Dear God, we pray today for Hon. Ms. Shannon Phillips and thankful for the position she holds as Minister of Environment and Parks and Minister Responsible for the Status of Women. Open her eyes to new possibilities as she goes about her work and grant her wisdom to make decisions and courage to carry them out. Keep her and her family safe and under Your protection. Amen

Minister of Environment and Parks

Minister Responsible for the Climate Change Office

Shannon Phillips was elected to the Legislative Assembly of Alberta, representing the constituency of Lethbridge-West, on May 5, 2015.

On May 24, 2015, Ms. Phillips was sworn in to cabinet as Minister of Environment and Parks and as Minister Responsible for the Status of Women. On February 2, 2016, Ms. Phillips was named the Minister Responsible for the Climate Change Office.

Prior to serving with the Legislative Assembly, she worked with the Alberta Federation of Labour as a policy analyst for five years.

She also spent five years as a member of the board of directors for the Womanspace Resource Centre, a nonprofit organization that provides resources, referrals and education to the community and to individual women.

In 1999 she received a bachelor of arts with honours in political science and in 2002 she completed her master of arts, both at the University of Alberta.

Together with her two sons Ms. Phillips resides in Lethbridge, Alberta.

Honourable Brandy Payne - MLA for Calgary-Acadia

Dear Lord, we thank You that Hon. Ms. Brandy Payne has a passion for our province and desires to see growth and prosperity in every region. Guide her thoughts in every staff and committee meeting and we pray that she would have divine wisdom as she makes crucial decisions. Grant her peace in stressful times and renewed energy for each day. In Christ’s name, Amen

Associate Minister of Health

Brandy Payne was elected as the Member of the Legislative Assembly of Alberta for Calgary-Acadia on May 5, 2015. On February 2, 2016, Ms. Payne was appointed Associate Minister of Health.

She previously served as deputy chair of the Select Special Ethics and Accountability Committee. She is also a past member of the Standing Committee on Public Accounts and the Standing Committee on Families and Communities.

Ms. Payne holds a journalism degree from Carleton University and graduated with high honours. She has also attended Mount Royal College, taking numerous training courses in project management.

Prior to her election, Ms. Payne worked in administrative and management capacities for over 15 years, including as owner and operator of her own yoga business since 2010.

She and her husband, Scott, are raising two young daughters, Zoe and Cassidy.

Mr. Prasad Panda - MLA for Calgary-Foothills

Dear God, we pray for Mr. Prasad Panda that he would be aware of your presence as he works in his constituency of Calgary-Foothills. Give him strength and confidence when he is making tough decisions and may he be aware of what is true and just. Help him to know what is needed so Albertan’s can experience more success. Bless him for his hard work, Amen (Grade 6 Student)

Prasad Panda was elected to the Legislative Assembly of Alberta in the Calgary-Foothills by-election, which was held on September 3, 2015.

He serves as a member of the Standing Committee on Alberta's Economic Future.

A professional engineer by trade, he previously worked in the energy sector for over 25 years, during which time he held management positions with numerous private global companies.

Mr. Panda holds a bachelor of technology in mechanical engineering from VRS College of Engineering and Technology.

He is an active member of his community, and his volunteer experience includes serving as president of the Telugu Association of Calgary and as the first vice-president of the India-Canada Association of Calgary.

Born in India, he has called Calgary home for over a decade. He and his family live in the constituency of Calgary-Foothills.

Mr. Ronald Orr - MLA for Lacombe-Ponoka

Lord God, today we lift up MLA Mr. Ronald Orr to You in prayer. We pray that you would continue to give him new vision and strategies to assist him in accomplishing much for the constituents of Lacombe-Ponoka and the province. As he faces issues that arise, may he do so with insight and wisdom. We ask for your blessing upon his leadership and upon him personally. In Jesus Name, Amen

Ronald Orr was elected as the Member of the Legislative Assembly for Lacombe-Ponoka on May 5, 2015. He currently serves as a member of the Standing Committee on Families and Communities.

Mr. Orr has a master’s degree in theology and is an ordained minister. He also holds a journeyman carpenter’s ticket and a registered housing professional certificate and has previously owned a general contracting business.

His community involvement includes board positions with a number of charitable organizations, including the Gull Lake Centre and Calgary’s Mustard Seed Society. He also served as a public information officer for the municipal emergency management team for the village of Clive, Alberta.

Mr. Orr was born in Calgary and has lived in Lacombe-Ponoka for 13 years. He and his wife, Donna Marie, have three children.

Premier Rachel Notley - MLA for Edmonton-Strathcona

Father God in Heaven, we thank You for Premier Rachel Notley and the skills and strength of character she brings to her significant and important role as Premier of Alberta. As she works with her cabinet, may they together receive Your wisdom and insight for the smooth working of every department and ministry of government. May Premier Notley find Your guidance as well as she seeks to see Alberta grow and find new and innovative ways for our province to experience success and prosperity. Give her refreshing and meaningful times with all the special relationships in her life. In Your Name Lord, Amen

Premier of Alberta

Rachel Notley was sworn in as the province's 17th Premier on May 24, 2015. She grew up in Fairview, Alberta, and is the daughter of former Alberta ND leader Grant Notley and his wife Sandy.

Having grown up in a passionate political family that believed in the importance of building a fairer, more inclusive society, Rachel was naturally drawn to work to make her home province better, and first ran for election for the Alberta New Democrats in Edmonton-Strathcona in 2008. She was re-elected in 2012 and again in 2015.

Rachel holds a bachelor of arts in political science from the University of Alberta, and a law degree from Osgoode Hall Law School. She has worked for a variety of labour unions in both Alberta and British Columbia and served as a ministerial advisor to British Columbia's Attorney General in the 1990s. Rachel's work during her legal career focused on labour law, workers' compensation advocacy and workplace health and safety issues.

Rachel lives in Edmonton's Old Strathcona neighbourhood, along with her husband Lou and their two children Ethan and Sophie.

Mr. Jason Nixon - MLA for Rimbey-Rocky Mountain House-Sundre

Dear Heavenly Father, we pray for Mr. Jason Nixon as he goes about his day. May he have a clear understanding of the things he must attend to and wisdom and understanding to deal with all the items that need to be addressed. We pray for strength to carry out a busy schedule and safety in all of his travels. In Your Name Lord, Amen

Jason Nixon was elected to the Legislative Assembly of Alberta representing the constituency of Rimbey-Rocky Mountain House-Sundre on May 5, 2015. He currently serves as Official Opposition Whip.

Mr. Nixon serves as a member of the Standing Committee on Legislative Offices, the Special Standing Committee on Members’ Services and the Select Special Ethics and Accountability Committee.

Prior to serving with the Legislative Assembly, Mr. Nixon's employment experience largely centred on supporting The Mustard Seed, a Christian not-for-profit organization. Over the course of the 25 years in which he was involved with the charitable organization he served in many roles, including as executive director, a position he held between 2006 and 2011.

More recently and while furthering his studies, Mr. Nixon was elected president of the Athabasca University Students' Union (AUSU), a position he held between April 2014 and May 2015. Previous to this he served as AUSU vice-president of finance and administration from April 2012 to April 2014.

Mr. Nixon's additional employment experience includes working in management for health and safety consulting firms and in business for the oil and gas industry.

He holds a diploma in business administration management from SAIT and a national construction safety officer designation from the Alberta Construction Safety Association.

Mr. Nixon lives just west of Sundre with his wife, Tiffany, and his three children.

Mr. Chris Nielsen - MLA for Edmonton-Decore

Dear God, we pray for Mr. Chris Nielsen as he represents Edmonton-Decore. We are grateful for his diligent work and we pray that you would continue to give him important keys so that his work is even more effective. Grant him favour with those he works with and give him wisdom and insight into the issues and decisions that he attends to today. In your Name, Amen

Chris Nielsen was elected to the Legislative Assembly of Alberta, representing the constituency of Edmonton-Decore, on May 5, 2015.

He currently serves as a member of the Standing Committee on Resource Stewardship, the Select Special Ethics and Accountability Committee, as well as the Standing Committee on Privileges and Elections, Standing Orders and Printing.

He previously served as deputy chair of the Standing Committee on the Alberta Heritage Savings Trust Fund and as a member of the Special Standing Committee on Members' Services.

Prior to serving with the Legislative Assembly, Mr. Nielsen worked as a shipper/receiver for 26 years, beginning in 1990. During his extensive career he represented his colleagues as shop steward for 15 years and filled various committee positions within local 401 of the United Food and Commercial Workers International Union.

Mr. Nielsen's community work also includes volunteering with the Children's Heart Society in a variety of capacities, including as secretary and as director.

He studied engineering design at NAIT from 1986 to 88.

Born in Winnipeg, Manitoba, he and his family have called Edmonton home since 1982.

Honourable Ricardo Miranda - MLA for Calgary-Cross

Dear Heavenly Father, we pray this day for Hon. Mr. Ricardo Miranda to whom You have given in particular the responsibility of being an MLA representing Calgary – Cross and Minister of Culture and Tourism. We are grateful for his strong leadership and the genuine care he exhibits for people of all walks of life. May today he be blessed and have renewed energy for all he needs to get accomplished. In Your Name, Amen

Ricardo Miranda was elected to the Legislative Assembly of Alberta, representing the constituency of Calgary-Cross, on May 5, 2015. On February 2, 2016, he was appointed Minister of Culture and Tourism.

Preceding the ministry appointment, Mr. Miranda served as chair of the Standing Committee on Alberta’s Economic Future and as a member of the Select Special Ethics and Accountability Committee and the Standing Committee on the Alberta Heritage Savings Trust Fund.

Prior to serving with the Legislative Assembly, Mr. Miranda worked as a flight attendant for 15 years and as a servicing representative, member organizer and researcher with the Canadian Union of Public Employees.

Mr. Miranda holds a bachelor of arts degree from the University of Calgary, and is working towards a secondary degree in industrial relations with a long term view of obtaining a PhD.

Ms. Barb Miller - MLA for Red Deer-South

Lord God, our prayer today is for MLA Ms. Barbara Miller as she is representing the folks of Red Deer South, that she will have Your wisdom to balance the needs of this rural region and the growing city of Red Deer. Thank You that You are faithful to lead and guide her in her work and to key individuals as she makes crucial decisions. Bless her home with health and peace. Amen           

Barb Miller was elected to the Legislative Assembly of Alberta, representing the constituency of Red Deer-South, on May 5, 2015.

She currently serves as deputy chair of the Select Special Ethics and Accountability Committee and as a member of the Standing Committee on Public Accounts. She previously served as chair of the Standing Committee on the Alberta Heritage Savings Trust Fund.

Prior to her serving with the Legislative Assembly, Mrs. Miller was a union steward for the United Food and Commercial Workers local 401. She served on her union’s executive committee as the vice president for Central Alberta. She has also served on her union’s health and safety and women’s committees.

Barb was also the president of the Red Deer and District Labour Council and sat on the executive council of the Alberta Federation of Labour.

Community-focused, Mrs. Miller volunteered for the point-in-time homeless count, and is a strong advocate for the elimination of homelessness.

Born and raised in Edmonton, this proud mother of three and grandmother of two has lived in Red Deer with her husband since 2002.

Karen McPherson - MLA for Calgary-Mackay-Nose Hill

Father God, we acknowledge that You are present in the constituency of Calgary-MacKay-Nose Hill and with MLA Ms. Karen McPherson today. Guide her in the duties and appointments that are before her and give her the measure of wisdom that she requires to be successful. We pray that new doors of opportunity would open to her to meet key leaders in her community. Amen

Karen McPherson was elected to the Legislative Assembly of Alberta, representing the constituency of Calgary-Mackay-Nose Hill, on May 5, 2015.

She currently serves as chair of the Standing Committee on Private Bills, as a member of the Standing Committee on Privileges and Elections, Standing Orders and Printing as well as a member of the Standing Committee on Families and Communities.

Before being elected, Ms. McPherson’s career spanned roles as varied as Collaboration Analyst, Collaboration and E-mail Architect and Manager, Business Continuity Consultant and Business Analyst in Canada, the United Kingdom and the United States, in industries such as Chemicals, Manufacturing and for more than 20 years, in Oil and Gas.

As part of her commitment to contributing to the community Ms. McPherson has served as Secretary for Old Colony Habitat for Humanity in Norton, Massachusetts, a wrangler when Calgary hosted the Juno Awards in 2008 and a judge of the Calgary Youth Science Fair for seven years.

Ms. McPherson has two grown children, a small grouchy dog and enjoys travelling to learn about the world we live in.

Honourable Stephanie McLean - MLA for Calgary-Varsity

Dear Lord, we ask that you go before Hon. Ms. Stephanie McLean as she serves in the constituency of Calgary-Varsity. May she be aware of Your guidance to key people and resources to get important tasks done today. Thank You God for Your covering of protection over her and peace throughout her day. In Jesus Name, Amen

Minister of Service Alberta

Minister of Status of Women

Stephanie McLean was elected to the Legislative Assembly of Alberta as the Member for the constituency of Calgary-Varsity on May 5, 2015. On February 2, 2016, Ms. McLean was appointed Minister of Service Alberta and Minister of Status of Women.

She previously served as a member of the Special Standing Committee on Members' Services and the Select Special Ethics and Accountability Committee.

Prior to serving as a Member of the Legislative Assembly, Ms. McLean started a small business practicing law and later partnered to create GTM LLP where she practiced in Family and Criminal litigation.

Born in Calgary and educated in Alberta, Ms. McLean earned a bachelor of arts in philosophy and religious studies at Concordia University College of Alberta in 2008 and received her law degree from the University of Calgary in 2012. Ms. McLean was trained at the law firm of Davidson Gregory Danyluik, the Provincial Court of Alberta under the mentorship of the Honourable Judge Anne Brown and at the Alberta Crown prosecution service.

Active in her community, she presently serves on the board of directors for Alberta Theatre Projects and as a mentor lawyer through the University of Calgary Student Legal Assistance mentorship program. Ms. McLean has offered legal assistance to and has volunteered with Calgary Legal Guidance, the University of Calgary Student Legal Assistance advising lawyer program, the Elizabeth Fry Society and the Calgary Criminal Defense Lawyers Association.

Ms. McLean is passionate about social justice, health care, advanced education, women's rights and consumer protection. She and her husband Shane, as well as their new baby Patrick, are residents of Calgary-Varsity.

Ms. Annie McKitrick - MLA for Sherwood Park

Lord God, we are grateful today for Ms. Annie McKitrick and pray for her as she serves the people of Sherwood Park. Thank You for giving her an awareness of Your presence and strength as she seeks to meet the needs of this growing community in our province. Thank you as well for Your provision for all the resources she needs for the projects on hand. Keep her safe in all her travels. In Your Name we pray, Amen

Annie McKitrick was elected as the Member of the Legislative Assembly for Sherwood Park on May 5, 2015.

She currently serves as a member of the Standing Committee on Private Bills and the Standing Committee on Alberta's Heritage Savings Trust Fund. Previously she served as a member of the Standing Committee on Alberta's Economic Future.

Originally from France, Ms. McKitrick came to Canada to attend McGill University where she obtained a bachelor of science (Ecology). Ms. McKitrick has a master's degree in education and a diploma in public-sector management from the University of Victoria.

Ms. McKitrick has spent close to 40 years working with all levels of government, postsecondary institutions and not-for-profit organizations.

Prior to her election, Ms. McKitrick operated her own consulting practice, specializing in diversity, organizational development and strategic planning. Her work includes social planning, community development and volunteer and board development.

She previously worked as a social planner for Strathcona County, acting manager of social development for the city of Williams Lake, British Columbia, and as manager of a national research institute at the University of Victoria.

Ms. McKitrick also has extensive international experience, having worked as a researcher with a grant from the Canadian International Development Agency in Kyrgyzstan, as a co-ordinator for income generating projects in Thailand and for a nongovernmental organization responsible for refugee and community development programs in Southeast Asia.

From 1996 until 2005 Ms. McKitrick was a school trustee and chair of the Richmond school board in Richmond, British Columbia.

An active member of the community, Ms. McKitrick has volunteered much of her time and skills to numerous organizations over the past 25 years. In recent years she has volunteered with the Edmonton Folk Music Festival and the Edmonton Bicycle and Touring Club.

Ms. McKitrick is an avid cross-country skier and cyclist and was the cycling co-chair at the 2014 Canada 55+ Games, held in Strathcona County.

She is fluent in French and speaks intermediate Thai and is also a passionate purveyor of local and fair trade foods.

Ms. McKitrick and her husband, Greg, have two children, both now adults, whom they adopted from an orphanage in Thailand.

Mr. Ric McIver - MLA for Calgary-Hays

We thank you Lord God in Heaven, for Mr. Ric McIver, MLA for Calgary-Hays, as he works diligently to carry out the many tasks that are before him today. May he rest in Your unfailing strength and ability in the busyness of his schedule. Be with him and his family and grant them good health and well-being. We pray this in Your Name, Amen

Ric McIver was elected to his second term as the Member of the Legislative Assembly for Calgary-Hays on May 5, 2015.

He currently serves as a member of the Special Standing Committee on Members' Services.

During his first term he served as Minister of Jobs, Skills, Training and Labour. He also served as a member of the Treasury Board and as a member of the Government’s committee on Operations.

As well he had served as Minister of Infrastructure and Minister of Transportation.

Mr. McIver served the residents of Calgary-Hays as the alderman on Calgary city council for ward 12 from 2001 to 2010, a span of three terms. In that time he served on the board of the Alberta Urban Municipalities Association, the Calgary Police Commission and the Metropolitan Calgary Foundation. He also served as chair of the Calgary Housing Company.

Mr. McIver became an Albertan on July 26, 1981. He has worked in the food industry in many different roles, including national sales manager and sales and marketing manager of different organizations. He has also owned and operated a food distribution and marketing wholesale business.

He is married to Christine, the founder and CEO of the Kids Cancer Care Foundation of Alberta. Between them they have four children and two grandchildren, all living in Calgary.

Honourable Margaret McCuaig-Boyd - MLA for Dunvegan-Central Peace-Notley

Lord, you are a faithful God and we thank you that as Hon. Margaret McCuaig goes about her day today that she would be aware that You care about the important work that is before her and will be faithful to give her the guidance, wisdom and direction she needs, to successfully carry out her duties. Fill her with Your peace we pray, In Jesus Name, Amen

Minister of Energy

Margaret McCuaig-Boyd was elected as the Member of the Legislative Assembly for Dunvegan-Central Peace-Notley on May 5, 2015. She was appointed to serve as Minister of Energy on May 24, 2015.

Ms. McCuaig-Boyd holds a bachelor's degree in education from the University of Alberta and a master's degree in administration and leadership from San Diego State University.

Following 20 years as a teacher and administrator with the Peace River School Division, Ms. McCuaig-Boyd took on the role of vice president of the Fairview Campus with Grande Prairie Regional College. Prior to her election to the Legislative Assembly, Ms. McCuaig-Boyd owned and operated a consulting company offering services to small and medium businesses.

In 2005, Ms. McCuaig-Boyd was the recipient of the Robert H. Routledge Award from the Alberta Schools Athletic Association for outstanding service to Alberta students and for the promotion and operation of an athletic program.

She is an active member of the community serving as a member and president of the Fairview Rotary Club and as a board member of the Fairview Chamber of Commerce.

Ms. McCuaig-Boyd lives in Fairview with her husband Dan and they have two adult children, Jocelyn and Tyson. She enjoys travelling, golfing, curling and skiing.

Honourable Brian Mason - MLA for Edmonton-Highlands-Norwood

Father God in Heaven, you have placed Hon. Mr. Mason in a position of great responsibility as Minister of Infrastructure and Minister of Transportation. Bless him with the wisdom and discernment he requires to serve our province with distinction. We ask that You would place people in his sphere of influence that will encourage him and advise him well. Give him renewed strength as he serves long hours and busy days. In Your Name Father God, Amen

Minister of Infrastructure

Minister of Transportation

Government House Leader

Brian Mason was sworn in as the Minister of Infrastructure and as the Minister of Transportation on May 24, 2015.

He was first elected as a Member of the Legislative Assembly for Edmonton-Highlands-Norwood in a 2000 by-election.

He was re-elected in the provincial general election of March 12, 2001, and was subsequently appointed House Leader of the New Democrat caucus and critic responsible for human resources, finance and agriculture.

On September 18, 2004, Mr. Mason became leader of the New Democrats, a position he retired in 2014. Mr. Mason was elected to his third term as a Member of the Legislative Assembly for Edmonton-Highlands-Norwood on November 22, 2004, his fourth term on March 3, 2008, and his fifth term on April 23, 2012.

Mr. Mason previously served as a member of the Special Standing Committee on Members’ Services, the Standing Committee on Alberta Heritage Savings Trust Fund, the Standing Committee on Resource Stewardship, the Standing Committee on Public Accounts, the Standing Committee on Resources and Environment, the Standing Committee on Government Services and the Standing Committee on the Economy.

Before his election to the Alberta Legislature, Mr. Mason served as city of Edmonton councillor for ward 3. He was first elected in October 1989 and won three subsequent civic elections. As a member of city council for 11 years Mr. Mason gained a reputation as a tough and effective voice for his constituents. During this time Mr. Mason chaired the non-profit Housing Board and served on the Taxi Commission, Library board and Northlands board.

Following his political science studies at the University of Alberta he became politically active, serving as the executive director of the Alberta Federation of Students from 1977 to 1979.

Mr. Mason has lived in Edmonton-Highlands-Norwood for over 20 years with his wife, Karin, and their two sons, Peter and Alex.

Mr. Brian Malkinson - MLA for Calgary-Currie

Heavenly Father, You are good and Your mercies endure forever. We thank you for the reality of Your presence in MLA Brian Malkinson’s life today. Guide him as he attends to needs and important business in our Legislature and in his constituency of Calgary-Currie. May Your blessings of good health, safety and peace rest upon Him, In Your Name, Amen

Brian Malkinson was elected to the Legislative Assembly of Alberta as the Member for the constituency of Calgary-Currie on May 5, 2015.

He currently serves as deputy chair of the Standing Committee on Legislative Offices and as a member of the Standing Committee on Public Accounts and the Standing Committee on Resource Stewardship. He previously served as a member of the Standing Committee on Alberta Heritage Savings Trust Fund.

Mr. Malkinson is originally from British Columbia. He obtained a degree in science from Simon Fraser University, where he was, for a time, the president of the Interactive Arts and Technology Student Union.

He is employed in the heavy-equipment industry as a salesman at a heavy-duty engine supplier since making a career change from working as a designer/analyst for Internet start-ups.

Mr. Malkinson currently resides in Calgary, where he enjoys car restoration, music, art and recreational sports.

Mr. Don MacIntyre - MLA for Innisfail-Sylvan Lake

Father God, we thank you that you are with MLA MacIntyre today guiding him as he fulfills his many duties. We ask that as he meets people throughout his constituency and attends many important functions, that he would be aware of the needs of his constituents and also discern where he needs to bring about changes. Give him today we pray, renewed strength and vitality. Amen

Don MacIntyre was elected to the Legislative Assembly of Alberta, representing the constituency of Innisfail-Sylvan Lake, on May 5, 2015.

Mr. MacIntyre is a member of the Standing Committee on Resource Stewardship.

Prior to serving with the Legislative Assembly, he spent five years as a part-time instructor/curriculum developer for the alternative energy program at the Northern Alberta Institute of Technology (NAIT), and between 2010 and 2012 he worked as the chief technical officer for a private overseas geothermal company. As well, he has over a decade of experience in the field of marketing.

He also has extensive committee experience to his credit, including three years as a technical subcommittee member for the Canadian Standards Association and four years for the Alberta Geothermal Energy Association, of which he is a cofounder. During his time with the Alberta Geothermal Energy Association he served in the roles of vice-chair and chair.

Mr. MacIntyre holds accreditation as an instructor, installer and certified geo-exchange designer from the International Ground Source Heat Pump Association.

Originally from North Battleford, Saskatchewan, he, along with his wife, Megan, now calls Sylvan Lake home.

Ms. Robyn Luff - MLA for Calgary-East

Dear Lord, we thank you for MLA Ms. Robyn Luff and her commitment to her constituency of Calgary-East and to the people of Alberta. Use her experience and abilities to bring a fresh perspective to her duties and give her the wisdom and insight required to make sound decisions. Keep her family close and allow them the time needed to enjoy each other. In Your Name Lord, Amen

Robyn Luff was elected as the Member of the Legislative Assembly for Calgary-East on May 5, 2015.

Ms. Luff serves as a member of the Standing Committee on Public Accounts, the Standing Committee on Families and Communities and the Special Standing Committee on Members' Services.

Prior to her election Ms. Luff was a teacher with the Calgary board of education.

Ms. Luff earned a bachelor of science with a major in biology from the University of Victoria and a bachelor of education (master of teaching) from the University of Calgary. She also took part in Next Up, a progressive leadership program for university alumni from all across Canada.

Ms. Luff was an active member of the Alberta Teachers' Association and has also volunteered as an educator for a number of nature conservation organizations in Calgary.

Member Rod Loyola - MLA for Edmonton-Ellerslie

Dear Heavenly Father, we pray for MLA Rod Loyola that he would sense your love and encouragement. We also pray your blessings on the leadership skills he brings to his position. May your strength and divine ability be with him during times of stress and pressure. Fill him with joy as he serves the people of Edmonton-Ellerslie and may he see the reward of his labours. In your Name, Amen       (Gr. 6 Student)

Rod Loyola was elected to the Legislative Assembly of Alberta as the Member for the constituency of Edmonton-Ellerslie on May 5, 2015.

Loyola currently serves as chair of the Standing Committee on Resource Stewardship and as a member of the Standing Committee on Privileges and Elections, Standing Orders and Printing and as a member of the Select Special Ethics and Accountability Committee. Loyola previously served as a member of the Standing Committee on Public Accounts.

Prior to serving with the Legislative Assembly, Loyola had been heavily involved with the University of Alberta, first having completed a bachelor of arts in 1999, later becoming employed as an academic program coordinator and student adviser for University of Alberta International. He was then elected President of the Non-Academic Staff Association, the union that represents support staff that work at the University of Alberta.

Loyola's volunteer and community involvement includes serving in various roles for the Knottwood Community League, as well as on the Post-Secondary Education Task Force for Public Interest Alberta, and on the board of Friends of Medicare.

Loyola has lived in Edmonton for over 35 years and currently resides in Millwoods with wife, Johanna, and their children, Daniel and Alonso.

Mr. Todd Loewen - MLA for Grande Prairie-Smoky

Dear Heavenly Father, we ask that you would cover MLA Todd Loewen with your blessing and favour. As he goes about his day, may he sense that You walk with him. We also pray that he will know what decisions to make and that You would give him Your wisdom as he makes them. In Your Name, Amen (Gr. 6 Student)

Todd Loewen was elected to the Legislative Assembly of Alberta, representing the constituency of Grande Prairie-Smoky, on May 5, 2015.

Mr. Loewen serves as deputy chair of the Standing Committee on Resource Stewardship.

Prior to serving with the Legislative Assembly, Mr. Loewen owned a small outfitting business and an operational farm.

Born and raised in rural Alberta, Mr. Loewen grew up in a farming family. He graduated from Hillside junior senior high school with an advanced high school diploma, and after five years in the workforce he went on to become self-employed as an entrepreneur and farmer.

Mr. Loewen and his wife, Teena, have five children: Travis, Ty, Taylor Tianna and Tenea. They reside in the constituency of Grande Prairie-Smoky, where Mr. Loewen has been an active volunteer for the Rotary Club of Grande Prairie, the Chamber of Commerce, their local church, a number of business organizations and many other community activities.

Mrs. Jessica Littlewood - MLA for Fort Saskatchewan-Vegreville

Dear Heavenly Father, we thank you for the skills Ms. Littlewood brings to her role in government and to the people she serves. Give her safety in her travels and renewed strength each and every day. We are blessed that she desires to make our province a better place and we ask that you would continue to inspire her and give her vision. Amen (Gr. 6 Student)

Jessica Littlewood was elected as the Member of the Legislative Assembly of Alberta for Fort Saskatchewan-Vegreville on May 5, 2015.

She currently serves chair of the Select Special Ethics and Accountability Committee and as a member of the Standing Committee on Legislative Offices. Previously she served as chair of the Standing Committee on Privileges and Elections, Standing Orders and Printing and as a member of the Standing Committee on Private Bills and the Standing Committee on Families and Communities.

Prior to her election, Mrs. Littlewood was employed as an executive assistant with the accounting firm Ernst and Young. She previously worked at Goodwill Industries of Alberta as a supervisor, then as assistant manager, while also working as a nursing attendant at the Good Samaritan Society.

Mrs. Littlewood has been a volunteer with a number of charitable organizations in the community, including Edmonton's Food Bank.