Ms. Karen McPherson - MLA for Calgary-Mackay-Nose Hill

Father in Heaven we thank You for MLA Ms. Karen McPherson, elected to represent the constituents of Calgary – MacKay – Nose Hill.  We pray that You would give her fresh insight as she seeks to fulfill her role in the legislature and as she serves on important committees.  May she experience the rest she needs to be most effective and bless her and her family with many good and relaxing times together.  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.

Ms. Stephanie McLean - MLA for Calgary-Varsity

Father God, we bring MLA Ms. Stephanie McLean before You asking that You would give her strength and well-being in every area of life so that she may fulfill her call to meet the needs of her colleagues.  We pray that You would guide her as she serves as the Deputy Government Whip and may she know that her hard work is appreciated.  Amen.

Stephanie McLean was elected to the Legislative Assembly of Alberta as the Member for the constituency of Calgary-Varsity on May 5, 2015. She currently serves as Deputy Government Whip.

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

She also serves as a member of the Special Standing Committee on Members' Services.

Educated in Alberta, Ms. McLean completed a bachelor of arts in philosophy at Concordia University College in 2008 and received her juris doctorate from the University of Calgary in 2012.

Ms. McLean is currently a partner at the law firm of Gosselin-Tardif McLean LLP. She served in a clerkship and spent time as an articling student in the Provincial Court of Alberta.

She is an active community volunteer, having served on the board of directors for both Alberta Theatre Projects and Friends of Medicare, in 2015. Ms. McLean has also offered her legal expertise to Calgary Legal Guidance, the Student Legal Assistance Society and the Elizabeth Fry Society.

Ms. McLean lives in Calgary-Varsity with her husband and enjoys law, social justice and the arts.

Ms. Annie McKitrick - MLA for Sherwood Park

Thank You Lord God that You give MLA Annie McKitrick favour with all the individuals she meets and work with today.  Thank You as well for the many years she has worked in all levels of government.  Give her we pray wisdom as she make decisions and also give her the strategies she needs to put new initiatives in place.  In Jesus name,  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, post-secondary 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.

A CHRISTMAS PRAYER

Dear Lord,

We pray that this Christmas, once again our eyes would be turned to the babe born in a manger. The miracle of your birth is that you God, took on human form and came and lived among us. As we look at the events of that first Christmas, may we also be reminded that your short journey on earth culminated in your death, the most significant event in history, so that people everywhere could have the opportunity to be forgiven and receive eternity. May our prayer be, that the Savior of the world would find a place of residence in all our hearts.

Our prayers for all our MLA’s, that during this Christmas season, they would experience your presence and peace and be refreshed and renewed as they spend time with family and friends.

In Jesus Name,

Amen

The Leading Influence Team and the many that join us from across the province to pray for our MLA’s, want to wish you a Happy and Blessed New Year.

Prayer News

From December 25^th through January 1^st, 2016 Pray Alberta will be taking a break. We will resume publishing prayers for our MLA’s on January 4^th 2016. While we are not doing business as usual, we are still praying for our province and our elected leaders.

Mr. Ric McIver - MLA for Calgary-Hays

Heavenly Father, bless MLA Ric McIver in his service representing the constituents of Calgary – Hays.  May he experience renewed vision and creativity that will continue to lead him to success in the important role and responsibilities that he fills in our government.  We are grateful for his years of leadership and pray that he will know that the work he does is appreciated.  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

Dear Jesus, we thank You for Honourable Ms. Margaret McCuaig-Boyd, serving the constituency of Dunvegan – Central.  It is our prayer that she be blessed in all she puts her hand to, today as she fulfills her many tasks and responsibilities.  Grant her insight and understanding when she needs to deal with difficult situations and we ask You for creative solutions.  In Christ’s 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.