Ms. Robyn Luff - MLA for Calgary-East

God in Heaven, we are thankful for MLA Robyn Luff. Lord please surround her with wise counsel so that the decisions made will yield a good harvest here in Alberta for years to come. We pray that you would orchestrate opportunities for Ms. Luff to involve herself in, that will benefit the people of her constituency. Give her a voice which can be heard and we pray that her vision would align with your purposes for her region of Calgary – East. May she be aware of your presence with her as she serves. 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.

Rod Loyola - MLA for Edmonton-Ellerslie

Father in Heaven, we come with gratitude for MLA Rod Loyola. We thank you Lord for the concern he demonstrates for Alberta’s future and ask that you Father, would give him the favour and wisdom he seeks to fulfill goals for our province. Encourage him along the way when things get difficult so that he will continue to pursue what is for the good of all Albertans, now and into the future. Bless him and his family with daily health and vitality. Amen

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. He previously served as a member of the Standing Committee on Public Accounts and the Select Special Ethics and Accountability Committee.

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

Heavenly Father, we thank you today for MLA Todd Loewen. We ask you Lord to provide him with godly, wise counsellors to assist him to develop objectives and to reach his goals. Grant him we pray, the wisdom he needs to fulfill his vision for our province and the strength to always stand up for what is right. Grant him the time to pursue meaningful relationships with his family and good health for them all. Amen

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

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

He previously served 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

Father in Heaven we pray today for MLA Ms. Jessica Littlewood. We ask that you would continue to give her a sensitive heart and understanding for the needs and challenges of the people of Alberta. Thank you Lord that you help her to highlight the needs of those she represents, to the people that can make positive changes and move things forward for a better future. Bless her with your peace and presence today. Amen

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

She currently serves as a member of the Standing Committee on Legislative Offices and the Select Special Ombudsman and Public Interest Commissioner Search Committee.

Previously she served as chair of the Standing Committee on Privileges and Elections, Standing Orders and Printing and the Select Special Ethics and Accountability Committee. She also served 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.

Honourable Danielle Larivee - MLA for Lesser Slave Lake

Heavenly Father, we thank you for Hon. Danielle Larivee. We pray for a heart that goes the extra mile and is willing to do the tough stuff. May her desire to see change for the better, continue to inspire her and others to walk out their vision. We ask that you would give them the grace and ability to do what is necessary to implement that change. Amen

Minister of Municipal Affairs

Danielle Larivee was elected to the Legislative Assembly of Alberta as the Member for the constituency of Lesser Slave Lake on May 5, 2015. She was appointed Minister of Municipal Affairs and Minister of Service Alberta on October 22, 2015.

She previously served as a member of the Standing Committee on Privileges and Elections, Standing Orders and Printing and as a member of the Standing Committee on Alberta's Economic Future.

Prior to serving with the Legislative Assembly of Alberta, Ms. Larivee worked for over 17 years as a registered nurse with Alberta Health Services. During this time she also spent two years working in home care for the Driftpile First Nation and two years as a licensed practical nurse (LPN) instructor with Northern Lakes College.

An active member of her community, she served as treasurer for her local chapter of Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) from 2013 to 2015, as chair of the Lesser Slave Lake Regional Wellness Advisory Committee from 2014 to 2015 and as president of local 315 of the United Nurses of Alberta from 2011 to 2015.

Ms. Larivee holds a bachelor of science in midwifery from the Midwives College of Utah and a Bachelor of science in nursing from the University of Alberta. She also is an alumnus of the TUXIS Parliament of Alberta.

Ms. Larivee, together with her three children, resides in Slave Lake, a place that she has called home for over 35 years, and community abundant with rivers and lakes that she enjoys kayaking whenever she has the opportunity.

Mr. Jamie Kleinsteuber - MLA for Calgary-Northern Hills

Dear Lord, we pray this day for MLA Mr. Jamie Kleinsteuber. Thank you for his service and we pray that you will enable him to have even more effective input into the workings of our province. As he sees what needs to be done from day to day, give him the strength to do it and the wisdom to know when and what to delegate. Bless him with health and well-being. Amen

Jamie Kleinsteuber was elected as the Member of the Legislative Assembly for Calgary-Northern Hills on May 5, 2015.

He currently serves as a member of the Standing Committee on Private Bills and the Standing Committee on Legislative Offices. He also serves a member of the Standing Committee on Resource Stewardship and the Select Special Ombudsman and Public Interest Commissioner Search Committee.

Mr. Kleinsteuber attended the University of Ottawa and received a baccalaureate in arts: concentration History/ concentration public policy and public management, which included studies in public policy and analysis and public administration.

Prior to being elected, Mr. Kleinsteuber worked in the aviation industry for 18 years. During his employment with an airline he worked as ground staff based at airports in Ottawa, Montreal, Toronto and Calgary.

Ms. Anam Kazim - MLA for Calgary-Glenmore

Dear Lord, we thank you today for MLA Ms. Anam Kazim.  We pray that her heart would always be moved towards doing what is right and good as she serves in the Legislature. We ask that you would continue to enable her to make decisions for Albertans with compassion and sensitivity. We pray for strength in the busyness of her schedule and recreational time to spend with her family and friends. Amen

Anam Kazim was elected to the Legislative Assembly of Alberta, representing the constituency of Calgary-Glenmore, on May 5, 2015.

She is a member of the Standing Committee on Private Bills, the Standing Committee on Resource Stewardship and the Standing Committee on Privileges and Elections, Standing Orders and Printing. Previously she served as chair of the Standing Committee on Resource Stewardship.

Prior to serving with the Legislative Assembly, she spent two years as an applications engineer for an industrial pump manufacturer. Before that, she worked for two years as the director of training programs for an education and training centre that specialized in project management.

She also spent close to five years working with Western University, where she obtained her post-secondary education, first as a teaching assistant and later as a research assistant.

Ms. Kazim holds a master's degree in biochemical/environmental engineering, a bachelor's degree in chemical engineering and is certified in conflict resolution. While a student, she was involved in the investment club and the chemical engineering club. Ms. Kazim is also certified in Six Sigma Green Belt and in Lean Management.

As well, she has donated her time to fundraising for the Canadian Cancer Society and mentoring for Engineers Canada as part of its women in engineering program.

An avid traveller, Ms. Kazim has lived on four continents and has visited more than 16 countries. Through these experiences she has gained invaluable insight into the importance of diversity and multiculturalism.

Mr. Brian Michael Jean - MLA for Fort McMurray-Conklin

Lord, today we lift up MLA Mr. Brian Jean to your throne of grace. We ask that you would give him insight and understanding as he serves in Fort McMurray – Conklin. We are aware of the personal loss that he has experienced along with so many of his constituents. We pray that your hand would enable a strong recovery for him and his community. May he sense your presence with him today. Amen

Leader of the Official Opposition

Brian Michael Jean was elected to the Legislative Assembly of Alberta, representing the constituency of Fort McMurray-Conklin, on May 5, 2015.

Prior to serving as a provincial representative, Mr. Jean served as the Member of Parliament for the constituency of Fort McMurray-Athabasca from 2004 to 2014. During his tenure he was appointed Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Transport, Infrastructure and Communities, a position he held from 2006 to 2011.

Before entering public service, he dedicated 11 years to private legal practice as partner at a large Northern Alberta law firm, primarily as a litigator. Mr. Jean’s areas of practice included corporate/commercial, criminal, constitutional, real estate, personal injury, family, wildlife and First Nations law. He also provided pro bono and legal aid counsel during this time.

Prior to becoming a lawyer, Mr. Jean pursued entrepreneurial endeavors, owning and operating a number of successful small businesses.

In addition to his extensive public service, he also has a long history of community service, including serving as director of the Fort McMurray chamber of commerce, president of the downtown business association and as honorary chair of the Children’s Health Foundation for northern Alberta.

In 1985 he was chair of the Alberta Summer Games Volunteer Committee, and in 1988 he was director of the Olympic Torch Committee for Fort McMurray. He founded the Fort McMurray Business Revitalization Zone as well as the Jean Family Scholarship for aboriginal students at Keyano College, where he also volunteered as an instructor from 1993 to 2006.

Over the years Mr. Jean has received numerous honours and awards, including being appointed as Queen’s Counsel and being presented with the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee medal.

In addition to a bachelor of laws, Mr. Jean also holds a bachelor of science degree and a masters in business administration.

Mr. Jean, the youngest of 11 children, has lived in Fort McMurray since the age of four and is a father of three.

He has been a printer, a logger, a farm hand and a registered trapper, and is an avid and capable outdoorsman, boater and hunter.

Ms. Sandra Jansen - MLA for Calgary-North West

Father God, we lift up MLA Ms. Sandra Jansen in the Calgary – Northwest constituency. We ask Lord that you would bless what she puts her hand to today. Surround her with your presence and give her wisdom and understanding in the decisions that are hers to make. Bless MLA Jansen and keep her family safe and may they know your peace. Amen.

Sandra Jansen was elected to her second term as the Member of the Legislative Assembly for Calgary-North West on May 5, 2015.

She currently serves as a member of the Standing Committee on Families and Communities.

She previously served as Associate Minister of Family and Community Safety and as a member of the following committees:

• Standing Committee on Public Accounts
• Standing Committee on Privileges and Elections, Standing Orders and Printing
• Standing Committee on Families and Communities
• Select Special Ethics and Accountability Committee
• Standing Committee on Alberta's Economic Future

She also served as Deputy Government Whip, chair of the Calgary caucus and co-chair of the Alberta Film Advisory Council.

Ms. Jansen earned a broadcasting diploma from the Southern Alberta Institute of Technology and later studied French at McGill University. She also holds a master's degree in professional communications from Royal Roads University. Ms. Jansen is an experienced journalist, having spent 23 years in the field, including 10 years as a national news anchor at CTV News Channel in Toronto. She also hosted the City TV Calgary show Your City from 2007 to 2010. Ms. Jansen later served as Premier Alison Redford's southern Alberta communications manager from October 2011 to March 2012.

A passionate advocate and dedicated volunteer, over the years she has been a spokesperson and a volunteer for the United Way, Calgary Health Trust, and Ronald McDonald House and a board member at the Calgary Girls' School. Ms. Jansen is an acrylic artist and has donated more than 50 paintings to various charities in the Calgary area.

Ms. Debbie Jabbour - MLA for Peace River

Lord, we are thankful today for our public servants and recognize today MLA Ms. Debbie Jabbour. Encourage her as she seeks to bring changes that will improve the quality of life for the residents of Peace River and bring about changes for all the people of Alberta. May she experience your peace, health and well-being to continue to serve in her important role in our legislature. Amen

Deputy Speaker and Chair of Committees

Debbie Jabbour was elected to the Legislative Assembly of Alberta, representing the constituency of Peace River, on May 5, 2015. On June 11, 2015, she was elected Deputy Speaker and Chair of Committees.

She currently serves as a member of the Special Standing Committee on Members' Services. She previously served as a member of the Standing Committee on Legislative Offices.

Prior to serving as a Member of the Legislative Assembly, she worked as a mental health specialist for 10 years with Almasana Creative Wellness as well as with Alberta Health Services in the year prior to her election.

During this same time period she also worked as an analyst with Alberta Health, financial accountability and as a Hansard input editor with the Alberta Legislative Assembly. Prior to that, she worked in administrative roles, as a freelance writer and as a professional musician.

Born in Edmonton, Ms. Jabbour currently resides in High Level. Her grandparents on both sides came to Canada in the early 1900s. With the exception of two years in Central America Ms. Jabbour has called Alberta home her entire life.

She received her master of counselling in 2010 from the University of Calgary, University of Lethbridge and Athabasca University. In 2003 she received her bachelor of arts with a major in psychology and communications. She also holds a certificate in career counselling and is a provisional psychologist.

In her spare time Ms. Jabbour volunteers in her community with the Chinchaga Adult Learning Centre and as an actor with the High Level Theatre Troupe.

Ms. Jabbour enjoys spending time with her children and grandchildren. She is also interested in theatre, music, travel, reading and research.

Mr. Grant Hunter - MLA for Cardston-Taber-Warner

Father in Heaven we are thankful today for Mr. Grant Hunter and his commitment to public life. We pray that the knowledge and experience gained in other sectors of society would prove to be an asset to him as he serves the people of Cardston – Taber – Warner. Keep him in good health and may he rest well at night and be energized for the day. Amen

Grant Hunter was elected as the Member of the Legislative Assembly for Cardston-Taber-Warner on May 5, 2015. He currently serves as a member of the Standing Committee on Alberta's Economic Future and the Standing Committee on Public Accounts.

He currently serves as deputy chair of the Standing Committee on Resource Stewardship. Previously Mr. Hunter served as a member of the Standing Committee on Alberta's Economic Future and the Standing Committee on Public Accounts.

Prior to his election Mr. Hunter operated Hunter Construction, a residential and commercial construction company. He has also worked in the import and export business, in the media industry and as a former teacher in Alberta.

Mr. Hunter has served as a board member for several political and community organizations, including the Cardston Lions Club.

He resides in Cardston with his wife, Angie, and their five children.

Mr. Trevor Horne - MLA for Spruce Grove-St. Albert

Lord, we pray that you would surround MLA Trevor Horne today and in the coming days with your guidance and wisdom. Continue to make him aware of the needs of the Spruce Grove – St. Albert Constituency and may his thoughts and plans be established by you. We pray that you would give him favor and a good rapport with all those he comes in contact with today. Amen

Trevor Horne was elected to the Legislative Assembly of Alberta, representing the constituency of Spruce Grove-St. Albert, on May 5, 2015.

He currently serves as a member of the Standing Committee on the Alberta Heritage Savings Trust Fund and the Standing Committee on Families and Communities. He also serves as a member of the Standing Committee on Legislative Offices and the Select Special Ombudsman and Public Interest Commissioner Search Committee.

Mr. Horne previously served as a member of the Standing Committee on Resource Stewardship and the Standing Committee on Alberta's Economic Future.

Prior to serving with the Legislative Assembly, Mr. Horne's focus centred primarily on involvement in his community. He volunteered during Alberta's 2012 general provincial election and 2013 municipal election. He was also previously involved in Scouts Canada.

More recently and while studying political science at MacEwan University, he served as chair of a postsecondary political association, beginning in 2012, and as policy chair for a political youth association, beginning in 2014.

He holds a graphic communications certificate from NAIT and attended MacEwan University from 2011 to 2015.

Mr. Horne was born in Edmonton and resides in St. Albert.