Safe Harbour Closes Amid Financial Difficulties by Gisele Mcknight Who Made Earlier Financial Com- Mitments to the Shelter Has Kept Ten Months After Opening to Them

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A SECTION OF THE ANGLICAN JOURNAL march 2016 SERVING THE DIOCESE OF FREDERICTON Safe Harbour closes amid financial difficulties By Gisele McKnight who made earlier financial com- mitments to the shelter has kept Ten months after opening to them. great fanfare, Safe Harbour Construction began with the closed on Jan. 29 due to financial hope that the support would submitted photo difficulties. materialize, but tough economic “It’s a pretty sad thing that times have had an impact. Messy Epiphany this is happening,” said Bishop With the lien in place, raising David Edwards, who sat on money became nearly impos- The Parish of Cambridge and Waterborough Family & Youth Ministry celebrated Epiphany the board until a year ago. “We sible, said board member and Jan. 21 at the Jemseg Lions Club Hall with Messy Church, a time of activities and crafts on the really need it to stay open. It’s Anglican priest the Rev. Jasmine Epiphany theme (wise persons’ hats, wise people ornaments, star sun catchers, Jesus in a box, necessary. It’s demonstrably Chandra. building a stable, gifts of the Magi, and Frankincense hand massages). This was followed by a necessary.” “Fundraising is difficult while meal and celebration time led by Maren McLean Persaud. Families and parishioners from the In the 10 months, 55 young there’s a lien. People don’t want Parish of Gagetown joined in the fun. Here Paige Mason, Evan Belyea, Ariel McKinney and people sought refuge at the to give to an organization that Rachel Belyea work on a large poster during the event. shelter which sits on land once might close,” she said. occupied by St. James Anglican The shelter ran for the 10 Church on Broad Street. months without government Social workers found alter- help, operating on donations nate housing for all 10 residents alone. before the shelter closed. Four- Safe Harbour continued teen employees were laid off. on page 2 Godly Play training in April The bishop had hoped that funding would be found, per- By Gisele McKnight including Australia, Finland, the world though new eyes,” she haps via the province, before the Germany, the UK and the said. Jan. 29 deadline, but that was Some might call Godly Play a United States, and being intro- She will be in attendance at not to be. Christian education program for duced in many more. next month’s Godly Play training “Over the weeks since this Sunday school, but Archdeacon In Shediac, Cathy Borthwick at Sackville United Church April became public knowledge, many Cathy Laskey, an accredited uses Godly Play every Thursday 8-10. She did module B last year, of us have been seeking to work storyteller and trainer, calls it so at the church daycare, and the so she will pick up A and C on with the government to try to much more. children there love it. that weekend, she said. reach a good solution for young “It began for children but “They have a chance to allow “I’m looking forward to it, people in the south-west of the it’s broadened to all ages,” said their minds to think — intro- with a sense of wonder,” she said. province,” he said. “Sadly, this Cathy. “It’s a faith-formation op- spection — that quiet time to Cathy Laskey is the Godly has not produced fruit.” portunity that involves storytell- ponder and make it their own Play Maritimes representative on Diocesan Council, at its Janu- ing, prayer, wonder, silence and story,” she said. “It’s more of an the Godly Play Canada board. ary meeting, resolved to monitor liturgy.” experience than the mug-and- “Godly Play Canada is grow- the situation closely. The Godly Play Canada jug theory of teaching.” ing,” she said. “In a diocese out The financial problems stem website uses words like creative They have a story and then west, Godly Play is one of their from a $540,000 lien on the rebecca ellis photo and innovative, and says it’s the children have their work foremost Christian education building. Not all the construc- based on the recognition that time. They can hear a story programs. They’re really focus- tion bills have been paid, due in The front door is locked and children have an innate sense of over and over and never tire of sing on it.” part to construction cost over- the snow on the walkway is the presence of God. Godly Play it, never say ‘we did that one The training in Sackville, runs, a harsh winter last year, unshoveled at Safe Harbour, is not exclusively Anglican, and already,’ she said. and the fact that not everyone which closed Jan. 29. it’s practiced in many countries, “It’s fascinating. It’s like seeing Godly Play continued on page 2 2 / The New Brunswick Anglican march 2016

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How deep the Father’s love for us, How vast beyond all measure, That He should give His only Son To make a wretch His treasure. Stuart Townend

Have a holy Lent & a blessed Easter Hope is that shelter closure is short-lived Safe Harbour continued lien. from page 1 Jasmine suggests that contact- McKnight photo ing politicians might help. Shrove Tuesday The shelter has a bank prom- “People can donate, contact ise of a $440,000 mortgage, and their MLA, the premier, the The kitchen crew was busy on Tuesday afternoon, Feb. 9, to prepare for the Shrove has asked the province for a Department of Social Develop- Tuesday pancake supper at St. Mary’s Anglican Church in Fredericton. Here Jean $100,000 loan guarantee to re- ment and say this is important,” Vanstone and Margaret Bungay check on the baked beans just before the doors move the lien. So far, the Gallant she said. “We want to see Safe opened to hungry diners. government has refused. Harbour open.” “We are very disappointed to The Diocese of Fredericton have to take this step. We will accepts donations to Safe Har- continue to work with stake- bour — online at http://anglican. holders and funders to resolve nb.ca/giving/index.html, via this difficult situation, and sin- telephone or in person. cerely hope to be able to reopen While this was the situation the facility in future,” said a Safe as of the press deadline, there Harbour board of directors press was still hope that a financial release. intervention of some sort from If there is no progress on the government or another group financial impasse, the building would enable the shelter’s clo- will have to be sold to satisfy the sure to be short-lived.

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The Ven. Cathy Laskey, sitting, centre, gave a ‘taster’ on Godly Play at last October’s youth ministry conference at Christ Church (Parish) Church in Fredericton.

Godly Play training set for April in Sackville www.anglican.nb.ca Official Publication of the Diocese of Fredericton Godly Play continued from page 1 like an introduction to Godly “Kids have always been a part A SECTION OF THE ANGLICAN JOURNAL Play, Godly Play Maritimes of my life — my own children when all three modules are offers ‘tasters.’ These could be and grandchildren — and Godly The Rt. Rev. David Edwards bishop and Publisher completed, will result in becom- one to two-and-a-half hours in Play is going to offer me some Gisele McKnight editor ing an accredited storyteller, said length.” more ideas on how to tell Bible Cathy Laskey. The Rev. Greg Frazer sat in on stories,” he said. Published 10 times per year. Price of subscription $10.00 “To understand Godly Play a ‘taster’ and was immediately “I’m drawn to that creative and how to offer it, one must hooked. side and have wanted to take the Please send news and photo submissions to take this training,” she said. “Just “I’ve seen it done. I saw Cathy program.” 115 Church St., Fredericton, NB E3B 4C8 Phone: 506-459-1801; E-mail: [email protected] like with layreaders, we need in action with Godly Play and He plans to take all three to train our people to be Godly thought it was a great way to tell modules at the April offering in Please send subscription renewals and changes of address to: Play practitioners.” the stories of the gospel,” said Sackville. The New Brunswick Anglican She encourages anyone with Greg. For those contemplating the c/o Anglican Journal Circulation Dept., 80 Hayden St, Toronto, Ont. an interest to register, or in the Greg is the priest-in-charge in same thing, contact Cathy for M4Y 3G2 meantime, experience a sample the Parish of Westmorland and details (506-459-1801, ext. 224), Printed & mailed in North York, Ontario of Godly Play. a prison chaplain at Dorchester or visit godlyplaymaritimes. By Webnews Printing Inc. “If you or your parish would Penitentiary. com . march 2016 The New Brunswick Anglican / 3

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p r i n c i p a l How do we ‘tend to’ the Holy Spirit? e n g a g e m e n t s

ne of the things I am tians gather to share, eat and study during Lent. This is really March 6 discovering as bishop is invite. The third tables are found encouraging. Wicklow, Wilmot, the difficulty of translat- in places like Tim Hortons In addition, we have received Peel and Aberdeen Oing good ideas into reality. where Christians “tend to” the financial blessings — not only March 11 Recently, I was invited to Holy Spirit. the Dorothy Wilkes bequest, but Derby and Blackville preach at the Vital Church This brings me onto his also one from George Bartlett. (Stations of the Planting Conference in Toronto. second point — “tending to” Yet I believe there are two Cross) It was an interesting event and the Holy Spirit. Basically Fitch’s huge blessings beyond these. I met some old friends, includ- argument is that the Holy Spirit Firstly, that of our being able March 13 ing Vicars Hodge. The keynote is working everywhere, and too and willing to help with Colin Canterbury speaker was Dr. David Fitch often we are not aware enough Ranson’s needs; and secondly, (who prefers to be known as to see what is being done and are the fact that we were able, as a March 17 Fitch); he had many challenging not really present. So we have to diocese, to meet 104 per cent of Diocesan Council things to say. practice being aware of God. our Shared Ministry Budget this Fitch has planted a number As I reflected on this, I year. More than that, every par- March 20 of churches in the Chicago area, the way in which they have been thought this: so how might this ish contributed. Hammond River though he is a Canadian. He is presented has altered. In addi- apply to a Diocese? How do we Thank you all for doing this. I and Quispamsis not an advocate of the mega- tion, Fitch points to the seven “tend to” the Holy Spirit? believe the Holy Spirit is work- church model, which I found sacraments, not merely the two I think one of the ways is ing among us to move us along March 26 helpful. He made two interesting Biblical ones of Baptism and to ask how is God blessing us? into new ministry. Christ Church points which I think we need to Holy Communion. We have seen new clergy come We need to “tend to” him to Cathedral consider. To give you a flavour of to join us this year, some in see where we are to go and how The first was that we need what he was saying, let’s briefly surprising ways. God has also we are going to get there. We March 27 to think about how we use the consider what was said about filled some important roles in have to join in on God’s journey. Easter Christ sacraments in our life together Eucharist. He suggested that our ministry, bringing in Mike Church Cathedral in the church and in the world. we have three tables, the first Briggs, Maren McLean Persaud April 3 His point was that the Church being in the church, where we and Ken Neilson, amongst oth- Lancaster * has re-interpreted the sacra- celebrate with thanksgiving ers. ments throughout its history to all that God has done for us in Over 200 people have taken April 4-8 respond to the cultures it has Christ and we feed on him to be the opportunity to attend a See House of Bishops faced. empowered for ministry. Through the Scriptures program The content of the sacraments The second table is in our and over 400 copies of Medita- David Edwards is Diocesan Bishop of April 10 themselves has not changed, but homes where informally, Chris- tive Prayer have been bought for Fredericton. Fredericton (Parish Church) *

April 17 Prince William, Rumours of my retirement are greatly exaggerated Dumfries, Queensbury and Southampton *

n October of 2015 I left in years. an Anglican and that you would * denotes Confirmation parish ministry to take up Through my visits like clergy visits. a new ministry as Anglican they re-establish a If you are not visited by me or IChaplain at the Saint John Re- connection with the your parish priest while you are The Creation Matters gional Hospital and St. Joseph’s church and renew in the hospital it is most likely Task Force Hospital. their faith in our Sav- because you are not on the An- invites you to participate It has amazed me how many iour, but when they glican list, so ask your nurse to in Earth Hour 2016 people have asked me, “How are are finally placed, this check your chart, and if you are you enjoying your retirement?” contact is once again not listed as an Anglican, have I am definitely not retired; I lost. the change made. work Monday to Friday visiting I have been trying The hospital chaplaincy is a the sick, those waiting for a bed to get each patient’s busy and rewarding ministry. in a nursing home, and spend- permission to connect From October to December I ing time with families of the sick them with a parish visited 1305 patients, 27 families and dying. once they are placed (when the patient is not pres- One afternoon a week I visit so that this renewed ent), attended 14 meetings and St. Joseph’s Hospital. The pa- contact will not be conducted 17 services in the tients there are recovering from lost. hospital. surgery or having a geriatric These people ap- No, I am definitely not assessment done or waiting for a preciate the grace retired and I am enjoying this nursing home bed. of God that is brought to them Canon David Barrett new ministry. I have been able It is shocking how many peo- through this ministry and it to minister to many former ple are in the hospital waiting to should not be lost. parishioners, renew old friend- get in to a special care or nursing It is a concern how many ships and establish many new home. Many of these people Anglicans enter the hospital and you or a family member enters relationships. have been out of circulation for do not appear on the Anglican the hospital that you make it I pray that God will bless this some time and as a result no list. Every week I meet people clear to the person doing the ad- ministry as I strive to bring his longer have contact with a par- who have been missed. mitting, whether you are asked grace to his people. I can be March 19 ish – some haven’t seen a priest It is very important that when the question or not, that you are reached at 648-7078. 8:30-9:30 p.m.

Turn off non-essential WHEN YOU ... listen with all your heart • honour your elders • encourage young people to take over the church often and lights as a symbol of your loudly • choose good over evil • • write the government about the issues that matter • invite a welcome the stranger commitment to God’s co-worker to church • help your dad do housework • • say “Thank you Lord” get messy with your Sunday school kids beautiful creation – Earth! and mean it • Tweet your blessings one by one • introduce your grandchildren to nature • read and share God’s word • ...THEN YOU ARE LIVING THE MARKS OF MISSION www.anglican.ca/marks 4 / The New Brunswick Anglican march 2016

d i o c e s a n n e w s No longer the Oculus

Parishes in the Episcope Archdeaconry of Saint John

Coldbrook - St. Mary This month we begin a series on the seven East Saint John archdeaconries of the diocese, beginning Fundy and the Lakes with our senior archdeacon, Stuart Allan, in the Archdeaconry of Saint John Millidgeville Portland

Saint John By Gisele McKnight Stuart’s main job would be to act as the eyes and ears — although St. Mark, Saint John No matter how hard Stuart Allan not the mouth — of the bishop, tries, he cannot seem to remain his spy — oculus episcope in Central Saint John retired. Latin. Community Ministry The territorial archdeacon in “Prior to 1950, the presence the Archdeaconry of Saint John, of the archdeacon would bring a the 68-year-old has been on- certain amount of fear to clergy,” again, off-again in that role since said Stuart. “But we’re not spies. gregations shrink and parishes his first appointment in Febru- We support the bishop and the amalgamate or close, he said. ary 1999. clergy. “In 1999, all parishes would “I’ve been in recycle mode for “The bishop’s spy is long have had a full-time priest in the quite awhile,” he said. “I’ve been gone. We’re really about actively Archdeaconry of Saint John,” around the longest.” supporting the mission of God said Stuart. Archdeaconry of Saint John Appointed by bishops George by way of Synod through the “Today, 15 years later, we now Lemmon and Bill Hockin, Stuart bishop.” have only three full-time clergy. Quick facts offered his resignation to new Stuart oversees the temporal There were nine in 2000. There bishop Claude Miller in 2003, affairs — the buildings, clergy are only three parish priests now Number of: as was the custom, but that was and programs — in the arch- because there is the financial refused. deaconry. When issues require support for only three. In 2000, Parishes: 7 (plus the Central Saint John He retired in 2008 as both an further input, they’re bumped I don’t think anyone would have Community Ministry) active parish priest and archdea- up to the bishop. predicted it.” Congregations: 8 con, but an offer to fill in was In his 17 years, Stuart has The three who remain are the Church buildings: 8 accepted. witnessed tremendous change in Rev. Canon Leo Martin, the Rev. Adults: 1,766 He resigned again in 2014 the Archdeaconry of Saint John. Dr. John Paul Westin and the when current bishop David Ed- In 1999, Saint John, Kingston Rev. Greg McMullin. Children: 535 wards was elected, ‘but that lasted and the Kennebecasis were all Stuart says he’s learned a few 30 seconds, I think,” he said. one archdeaconry, “but it was things as archdeacon, one of And so he remains in leader- too much to be a parish priest which is the often competing ship in Saint John. and the archdeacon with that needs and challenges when a “We have an arrangement many parishes in it,” said Stuart. parish priest is also the archdea- for me to stay on awhile,” said So the one became two arch- con. Stuart. “It works, but I’m ready deaconries. A similar situation The second is another sign of to be replaced at any time.” was recognized in the Archdea- the times. As it happens, he was recently conry of Fredericton, resulting “We live in a litigious society,” reappointed archdeacon until in the creation of the Archdea- he said. “Parishes have needed December 2018. conry of Woodstock. help to be more aware of issues There are two kinds of Stuart remembers a time and be sure to follow the pro- archdeacons — territorial and when Saint John was the centre cesses and canons. Paperwork is diocesan or executive. Most of the diocesan universe. important.” oversee an archdeaconry as ter- “There used to be a saying, up His concern continues to be ritorial. But Bishop David was a until 1960 or so in Fredericton: the welfare of parish priests, diocesan archdeacon in his role ‘What does Saint John saith?’ whom he says, are being as parish development officer, as Saint John was important. It was stretched thin. is his executive archdeacon, the a large archdeaconry with very “What parish clergy have to Ven. Cathy Laskey. large congregations. The diocesan do today is very demanding,” he Archdeacons are not elected. synod office was in Saint John. said. “There are not very many They are appointed by and re- “Saint John had a significant slow times in parishes now.” sponsible directly to the bishop. role because of the number of Until the bishop finds his re- So what is an archdeacon, Anglicans and the number of An- placement, Stuart will continue who is often also a parish priest, glicans on Diocesan Council. It his role in the Archdeaconry of responsible for? If this were was high profile in the diocese.” Saint John, not as the bishop’s The Ven. Stuart Allan, archdeacon of Saint John the pre-Second World War era, That has changed as con- spy, but as his servant. march 2016 The New Brunswick Anglican / 5

d i o c e s a n n e w s Highlights of Diocesan Council’s January meeting

Diocesan Council met for the Brookwood, Diocesan Choir second time since the 134th School, St. Michael’s Youth Con- Diocesan Synod in November. ference, TEC and other events — The following is a summary of they exceeded 700. the work done at the Jan. 23 “We saw a lot of kids who meeting. were not from our churches,” he said of campers. “That’s an amaz- Holy Eucharist ing opportunity for evangelism.” Bishop David Edwards, in his He boldly predicted 900 homily, spoke briefly on Luke 4 youth participants for 2016! where Jesus, in the synagogue in Nazareth, read from the book of Spiritual Development Team the prophet Isaiah. Following a team recom- The bishop reminded mem- mendation, Bishop David has bers of the long federal election encouraged parish leadership to campaign of last year, comparing run a Lenten study on forms of it to the passage. meditative prayer using “Medi- “This is Jesus’s election tative Prayer” by Richard Peace. platform,” he said. “‘The Spirit During Clergy Day Feb. 3, clergy of the Lord is on me, because were introduced to the book to he has anointed me to proclaim prepare them to lead this study. good news to the poor. He has sent me to proclaim freedom Diocese of Ho for the prisoners and recovery The Companion Diocese of sight for the blind, to set the Committee reported on its oppressed free…’ desire for improved commu- “The Spirit drives the work of nications with the Diocese of God. That is important. He con- Ho in Ghana through a video stantly returns to that theme,” McKnight photo conferencing project that could said Bishop David. address this need. “What does it look like to be a The plan is to purchase the spirit-driven church?” he asked. Chancellor David Bell discusses possible changes to the constitution during the January Diocesan Council equipment here for this diocese, “To do what God has called us meeting held at St. John’s Anglican Church hall in Oromocto. Further discussion on constitutional changes and to make it possible for Ho to to do. It is a lesson for Dioc- is expected at future meetings. From left, Dean Geoffrey Hall, Susan Jack, David Bell and ACW president purchase similar equipment so esan Council, for parishes, for Rosemarie Kingston. that greater communication can churches.” take place between the two. This could be used for other Procedure for electing a bishop diocesan activities, youth events, At the November Diocesan which will guide the work of Dioc- participation from the parishes That will be addressed the Mothers’ Union, the school and Synod, a motion was passed for esan Council and its overall work in the diocese. In fact, the overall end of May during a one-night any other groups wishing to nur- Diocesan Council to give con- together as a diocesan family. support for the shared ministry event at Camp Medley where ture a relationship. sideration to change the proce- budget is actually 104 per cent they will start the conversation. “It would be helpful for us to dure for the election of a bishop. Next synod for the year because some par- “My hope is that it will be see some of the things that go on Diocesan Council has tasked the Council approved the date ishes have been contributing to a springboard to teach young there,” said Bishop David. “This Administration Team to pro- of Saturday, Nov. 5 as the next previous years’ shortfalls.” people to be missional — to would be portable equipment at duce an outline of the steps of a meeting of Diocesan Synod, to learn how to love and be kind to both ends.” process to address this motion. take place in Fredericton. Clergy compensation each other.” Council approved an expen- It will update council at the May The Rev. Canon Walter Wil- He spoke of the need to in- diture of up to $4,000 for this meeting this year. Shared ministry reductions liams, chair of the Human Re- clude youth in decision-making. equipment. Council approved the reduc- sources Committee, reported on “Our goal must be that we re- Constitutional changes tion of shared ministry bud- what he noted was very high on the ally, really care to have youth at Safe Harbour youth shelter Chancellor David Bell spoke gets for five parishes, totalling committee’s priority list — a review the table,” said Colin. “It can’t be Diocesan Council discussed to council members about $30,171. Each parish provided of the clergy compensation pack- a token offer. Youth are excited the pending closure of the proposed constitutional updates information in support of their age, which is expected in 2016. that the diocese wants them. We 10-month-old youth shelter in and changes. request for the reduction and Council unanimously passed are one body of Christ. We can’t Saint John. It moved to closely “The Anglican Church Act each was evaluated against an a motion to approve a 1.5 per do this separately.” monitor the situation through limits us to the temporal affairs of established criteria. cent cost-of-living increase to More training for youth lead- the following week and work the Anglican church,” said David. Treasurer Irene Adams the minimum stipend scale, ef- ers will come this fall. Colin also with the principals and provin- “Some changes might be needed explained the process and the fective Jan. 1. spoke of the success of Family cial government to find a solu- to the Anglican Church Act.” evaluation criteria which re- Camp last June at Camp Medley. tion. The executive council met Council discussed possible sulted in the amount requested Nominating Committee He is hoping for even greater five days later to further discuss amendments that would encourage of the parish. Council approved committee participation this year. the pending closure. an increase in the number of youth and team appointments as pro- Last year he boldly predicted members of Diocesan Synod. Shared Ministry posed and they will seek to fill a goal of 700 campers, and while The next Diocesan Council “If we have youth involved, The finance report shows current and future vacancies. that fell short, he noted that when will take place Thursday, March the church will survive,” said that parish support of the 2015 youth participant numbers were 17 at the Church of the Resur- Rosemarie Kingston, regarding shared ministry budget was at Youth and Intergenerational added up across the diocese rection, Grand Bay, in the Parish the focus on youth delegates. 100 per cent, meaning every Ministries report — from Camp Medley, Camp of the Nerepis and St. John. Discussion will continue on parish is contributing. Director Colin McDonald this matter at future council “I’m really, really happy to say told council one of the key plans Got a prayer request? We can help with that. meetings. that everything we have been for this year is missions. doing to encourage understand- “How do we teach young peo- Send in your request and the diocesan synod staff will pray Administration Team Report ing and support has produced ple to be missional? To live out for you during Morning Prayer. A Diocesan Priorities For results,” said treasurer Irene their faith? To go out and be the http://anglican.nb.ca/wp/prayer/prayer-request/ Action document was provided Adams. “We have 100 per cent church?” he asked rhetorically. 6 / The New Brunswick Anglican march 2016

o u t r e a c h Diocesan refugee response has been widespread

By Gisele McKnight interested partners. We were in from a variety of individuals. We touch with another group from are close to being OK. It was the image of a baby boy’s the community that were explor- The estimated cost for a body washed up on a lakeshore ing the same things. family of four is $7,000 to start in Turkey that galvanized the With approval from vestry up, and about $20,000 to run, western world to act on the issue to be the supporting charity, we depending on government help. of Syrian refugees. That was last joined forces and began CAR-S. But the family we have commit- September, and in response, We called a public meeting ted to support actually has four Bishop David Edwards issued a for Nov. 17 to determine if there boys, so there will be another call to action on the crisis. were others in the community $2,500 or so. “As Canadians we have a that were pursuing the same The federal government will worldwide reputation for our purposes and to judge the sup- contribute half of the running care of others. As Christians we port we might expect. We had cost, so we are obligated to find are to “love our neighbour as a turnout of approximately 150 $11,000 of running cost and ourselves.” Now is the time to people, and the response was any start-up costs. So far, our act,” he said. very positive, both in terms of start-up costs are negligible, but “Therefore, I am asking every financial support and donations we are taking on a rent on Feb. congregation and each Anglican will be made about opportu- ceeds from our February fund- of goods and services. 1, so our expenses will begin to to in some way support organi- nities to volunteer; to donate raising dinner to the project.” On Dec. 4th, we officially add up. Furnishings are col- zations working to resolve the money, furniture or food; to help • Parish of Prince William: St. applied to the Convention of lecting well, but we need new refugee problem in the Middle support and settle the family. Clements is working with the Atlantic Baptist Churches to ac- mattresses. We do have a decent East and beyond.” Your prayers are appreciated.” Nackawic-Area Refugee Support cept a family. apartment for a very good rent. Because the diocese does • Parish of Douglas and Nash- Group under the sponsorship of We have been matched with Language is an issue, but not have a federal sponsorship waaksis: St. John the Evangelist the Nackawic Baptist Church. a young family. We expect their we have a couple of interpret- agreement, the bishop suggested has partnered with nearby St. Clements members are part imminent arrival to Canada ers to get us going, and there is partnering with the Atlantic Saint Theresa’sC atholic Church of a group of 40-50 local volun- within the next few weeks.” a surprising number of people Baptist Convention, which does to support a family of seven — teers, including Nackawic High with EAL experience available. I have an agreement with the parents in their early 30s, with School’s World Issues class, that Archdeaconry of Moncton have spoken to some of the high federal government. They hoped boys aged 11 and 9, and girls are fundraising and organizing • Parishes of Dorchester and school boys whom I know about to bring in 50 families. aged 10, 8 and 5. This family to welcome a family of five, in- Sackville: The CWA at Trin- getting together with the new Part of the bishop’s own is from Homs, Syria. They are cluding three school-aged girls, ity Church in the Parish of guys and playing a lot of soccer response was to appoint the Rev. awaiting word on the family’s in early March. The congrega- Dorchester gave $500 to the or B-ball or teaching them to Christopher Ketch in the Parish arrival date. Members are also tion is working on a household Sackville Refugee Response skate or doing other active things of Kent as the diocesan refugee discussing ways to support a supplies drive and the ACW Coalition, which has raised that will allow them to learn to response co-ordinator. Contact government-sponsored refugee gave a monetary donation. over $100,000 from individuals, communicate as they go along. Chris at 506-785-4616. Here is family already in the city. community organizations and I have been to the mosque the result of the call to action • “In the Parish of Stanley, we Archdeaconry of Kingston and churches to bring three refugee in Moncton, and there is good within the diocese. are participating with 10 other the Kennebecasis families to Sackville,” said the communication there. parishes in our archdeaconry • Parish of Renforth: “We have Rev. Dr. Ranall Ingalls. This is an ecumenical project Archdeaconry of Fredericton in applying to sponsor a family partnered with Kennebecasis “The first family will be that includes eight small Baptist • A Jan. 16th information meet- through the Refugee Sponsor- Baptist Church and have made brought through the United churches, two United, one Ro- ing was well attended. “We ship Certificate of the Baptist a financial commitment for 12 Church, the second through a man Catholic and three small agreed that it will be best to seek churches,” said Ann Wetherilt of months. We also have approxi- Baptist Church, and the third Anglican churches. blended sponsorship of a two- the parish. mately four people volunteering through the Presbyterian. The to-four member Syrian fami- “In our rural village, we have at the newcomers centre,” said Parish of Sackville has also con- Archdeaconry of St. Andrews ly. We will be doing so under the up to 20 women who have for Eric Phinney, Rector of Ren- tributed to the SRRC, and some • Parish of the Nerepis and St. Baptist Convention’s Sponsor- many years met every Friday forth. people who do not worship in John: The Cozy Corner Clothing ship Agreement,” said Archdea- morning at our local restaurant • Parish of Hampton: “St. Paul’s the parish have made their con- Exchange donated a truckload con Patricia Drummond. for breakfast. The gathering is is part of a coalition of local tribution through the parish for full of clothing to the efforts go- “As an archeaconry we hope open to any woman in our area. churches, community groups, income tax purposes.” ing on in Saint John. to raise $30,000. This may be Recently we were surprised and concerned citizens working • From the Parish of Hillsbor- more than needed but we believe by the sudden closing of our to welcome three families to our ough and Riverside: John Whit- Archdeaconry of Woodstock it is better to have a small sur- restaurant but decided to take region. We’ve made application. more has been on the front lines • Report from Jennifer Acott of plus than too little money. advantage of the void to raise a We’re busily preparing their in south-east New Brunswick. St. Luke’s in Woodstock: “The “We are also beginning to little money toward our commit- accommodations and now it’s Here is his report. Carleton County Syrian Refugee complete the paperwork needed ment to support sponsorship of just a matter of making our way Fortunately, several small Committee is working diligently to enter into a blended sponsor- a refugee family. through the huge demand for churches and one larger one to receive and support five Syr- ship agreement and will be set- “We invited members of the refugee families,” said the Rev. were in the same boat. I got ian refugee families in the com- ting up a bank account. There is Breakfast Club to meet in the David Turner. together with a couple of the ing weeks. To that end, subcom- much help available in the Fred- home of a St. Thomas parishioner • Report from the Parish of St. Baptist and one United minis- mittees have been arranged; the ericton area in terms of clothing/ on the Fridays in January, and to Marks (Pat McCaig), working ter and we set up a “Southern Housing and In Kind donation furniture banks, assistance in pay what they would ordinarily with CARS – Community Ac- Albert County Refugee Team” committee is responsible to fully getting medical needs covered, pay for breakfast. All proceeds go tion for Refugees Sussex: which could act as an agent for furnish the homes in the Wood- bus passes, and interpreta- to the refugee project. “In September, considering these churches, as well as being stock and Florenceville areas. tion (some 50 potential inter- “Members from our com- the global humanitarian crisis visibly open to those who are “As a committee, we have preters have been identified).” munity — from our Anglican with refugees, a small group outside the church. been collecting new and gently • Christ Church Cathedral parish, from other churches and from our parishes decided to Now we have 14 small rural/ used furnishings and accessories polled its congregation, with from no church at all — have investigate what it would entail village churches and one larger for each room for four homes these results: been very generous, not only in to help a family relocate to our one collaborating. The challenge including books, toys, school “The cathedral is joining their attendance but also in con- community. We discovered that was to put up $600 each over the supplies and winter outerwear. forces with 10 other Anglican tributing food items towards the the Convention of Atlantic Bap- 12-month period of our obliga- In response, members of the parishes to bring a Syrian family meals and helping with setting tist Churches was licensed as a tion, for $8,400 total, plus the communities have demonstrated of four to our area. An applica- up, cooking and cleaning up. Sponsorship Agreement Holder $4,000 that came from Hillsbor- the meanings of true humanity. tion is being prepared and, as we “In addition, we have decided with Citizen & Immigration ough Baptist. And then there are “We do not yet know the get more details, announcements to contribute part of the pro- Canada, and that they accept the other donations of money profiles of the families.” march 2016 The New Brunswick Anglican / 7

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Parish of Restigouche events

submitted photos ABOVE: Members of the Altar Guild of Christ Church Campbellton in the Parish of Restigouche were commissioned by the Rev. Ann Fairweather, deacon-in-charge, at the Sunday service on Jan. 24. In the photo from left are: Rev. Ann Fairweather, Joan Firth, Bev Davis, Brenda Jewett, Cora Renouf, Barb Snow, Elda Main-Levesque, Veronica MacKinnon, Kathleen Ramsay and Sandra Delaney.

RIGHT: At the regular service of Christ Church, Campbellton in the Parish of Restigouche, special recognition was paid to Beverley Davis. Bev has decided to retire after 33 years of faithful service to the Altar Guild. The Reverend Ann Fairweather, deacon-in-charge, congratulated her on her dedication to the church. Bev was presented with a gift and a bouquet of flowers. The congregation joined Bev for a pot-luck lunch after the service and a cake in her honour.

submitted photo mcknight photo Goodbye, Canon The professional look The Rev. Canon George Eves and his wife Deb, received a picture of St. Luke’s Anglican Church, which came with congregational At St. John’s in Oromocto, the kitchen crew does a lot of catering as well as the weekly Soup’s On heartfelt well wishes from wardens Don Smith and Donna Dobbin outreach meal, so a uniform of sorts had become important. The Rev. Canon Walter Williams on the occasion of his last service on Dec. 27 in the Parish of came up with the logo concept, and the ACW paid for printing the logo on new aprons. Each Gondola Point. He retired Dec. 31 after 13 years as priest-in- member paid for their apron, and now they sport their uniforms at each event. Here they are charge. Deb’s voice will also be missed in the church choir. She was serving lunch at the January Diocesan Council meeting. Soup’s On outreach continues to be instrumental in setting up Hymn Tortin’s, the parish’s after-service popular in the community, with 75 out for lunch on a recent stormy day. From right: Donna brunch, where donations are collected for the Rev. Canon Paul Mulholland, Ellen McIntyre, Elaine McIntyre and Joan LeBlanc. Jefferies’ ministries. A reception was held after the service. From left, Heather Hynds (layreader) in white, Deb Eves and the Rev. Canon George Eves. 8 / The New Brunswick Anglican march 2016

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Fifth Mark of Mission: To strive to safeguard the integrity of creation and sustain and renew the life of the earth. Fifth Mark of Mission in action

By Bonnie LeBlanc with the basics, highlighting buildings and environments. our varieties of gifts/talents/ My increasing personal in- It has been said that a person experiences and interests. I terest in the 5th Mark of Mis- knows they are in the right personally look forward to sion: “To strive to safeguard ministry or involved in the Joyce Tilburt’s presentations the integrity of creation and right mission when they enjoy on pure soap making, organics sustain and renew the life of what they do. and community gardens. the earth” was motivation for As newly appointed chair- Cindy Derksen holds offering to serve in this way. person of the Creation Matters the 1990 Mother Earth If readers are being drawn working group, I am feeling en- Award. Jim Knight represents toward the Creation Matters ergized after having spoken with our diocese on the National working group or perhaps the membership. Their enthu- Creation Matters Group and interested in providing a future siasm, experience and personal Diocesan Property Commit- presentation, please contact stories contribute significantly to tee, and affirms our interest me, the Rev. Canon Bonita the group’s potential. in Go Greeninitiatives for the (Bonnie) LeBlanc: bonnie. The first meeting agenda is Church, with emphasis on how [email protected] 367- coming together. We shall start we, the Lord’s people, care for 2013; 595-0195.

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Holy Trinity Anglican Church in Hammond River was decorated with almost 60 nativity sets for a Dec. 4-5 event which was a fundraiser for Caring For Colin. The children made trail mix to sell during the Creche Festival with all proceeds going for the Caring for Colin campaign. From left: Noah Ferris, James Verner, Hayley Verner, Lily Cyr Ouellette and Dean Ferris.

Celebrating the crèche festival

by Andrew Cromwell bake sale by the ACW, as well & Cleo Cyr as a silent auction. Later in the day a kitchen There are times in life when party with music by George an activity just shouldn’t be Urqhuart and Dan MacDonald missed and the 3rd annual had everyone singing and toe crèche festival held at Holy tapping and enjoying yummy

Trinity Anglican Church in treats and apple cider. submitted photos Hammond River, Quispamsis On Dec. 5 the event con- was one of those events. tinued with a children’s party Perhaps it was the decision that included face painting, to donate all proceeds to the gingerbread cookie decorating “Caring for Colin” fund that and creative play stations that made the event so special or saw parents, grandparents and maybe it was that the parish- children enjoying creative play ioners and community were with Godly Play activities. A so supportive. Whatever the fun time was had by all. reason, a great time was had by One highlight was that the everyone. event was recorded for a spot Throughout the two-day on Global TV and that the event, nearly 60 nativity sets children in the Holy Trinity were displayed in the church After School Sunday School from countries as far away program had an opportunity as Peru and Ecuador and as to sell their special ‘trail mix’ nearby as up the street and made for the occasion as one made by local people. of their mission projects. Background music and a This was an excellent ex- hundred little lights placed this ample of a small community Parish celebrations beautiful country church back church working together for a in time. The event started with great cause. Ideas are already TOP: The Rev. Steven Harnish, wardens Kim McLaughlin and Bev Johnston, and servers a community lunch on Friday, flowing for the December 2016 Maci Butler and Liam Harnish celebrate as St. Georges, Bairdsville joins the Parish of Dec. 4 and included a massive event! Denmark. Effective Jan. 15, the area served by St. George’s Church in Bairdsville was transferred to the Parish of Denmark from the Parish of Andover. BOTTOM: Bliss MacDonald was presented with a plaque Jan. 24 for his years of dedication and hard work as lay reader. Bliss started serving at the altar with Canon Fairweather when he was 11. He has always been there when he was needed. Thank you, Bliss! From left, Bliss MacDonald, the Rev. Steven Harnish, warden Kim McLaughlin and Maci Butler (background). march 2016 march 2016 The New Brunswick Anglican / 9

t e s t i f y ! A vision quiets a sharp tongue

By Patricia S. Glass brought to my remembrance from his letter, “the Lord’s vi- two verses of scripture: “He sion to you is truly humbling n July 1999, I was sent to that is well needs not a physi- – through it I am moved to Saint John Regional Hos- cian, but he that is sick,” and, repentance.” pital with a serious heart “I have not come to bring I had hoped that I would be Icondition. I was not worried, the righteous, but sinners to greatly changed after this expe- being confident that the Lord repentance.” rience which remains so fresh would keep me safe, whether I Then he reminded me of a in my memory; however, I still lived or died. disagreement with a neighbour fight the same old battles with In fact, I was quite self- over our boundary line, a petty my sharp tongue, repenting righteous and very critical thing, but we had scarcely often and offending again and of the people around me. I spoken for over a year. He again. I thank the Lord that didn’t realize this at the time, gave me a scripture verse for he is loving and forgiving and but in retrospect I know that that too. “If you bring your he knows that I am but “dust.” I was. The hospital chaplain gift to the altar, and there re- May he work a change in me as came to see me and I was member that your brother has I yield myself to the moulding not impressed by him at all. something against you, leave of his hands. Amen. However, he did pray for me your gift before the altar and NOTE: One of my nurses and tried to reassure me that go away. First be reconciled to was Violet’s granddaughter, all would be well. I told him, your brother and then come and she asked me if I knew her a little bit haughtily, that I was The event which I am going be?” and I began to name and offer your gift.” grandmother. She was very not afraid because I knew God to describe happened, I think, off all the sins I could think He then reminded me of the kind to me and I thanked her would take care of me. on the last day of my hospital of, and they were many. He disagreement I had had with as I was leaving. She said, ‘You In the OR, just before I stay. I believe it was a vision replied, “I see you through the the Rev. Chris VanBuskirk over are so sweet, it is easy to be was put to sleep, I remember for I feel quite sure that I was blood of my Son.” the renewal movement in our nice to you.’ I was filled with thinking, ‘when I come to, I awake. Now I know that this is church. Chris and I had long guilt and I thought, ‘If you will say “oink” so they’ll know A “being” appeared to me, the very heart of the gospel. been reconciled and were good only knew.’ I am convinced I haven’t suffered a stroke.’ (I his presence filling my room. The precious gold nugget at friends when he left; however, the Lord placed her there to was to receive a pig valve.) He appeared to consist of glo- the centre of our Christian the Lord spoke these words to teach me a lesson. In what seemed like a few rious, flashing gem-stones of faith, yet I had never heard it me, “Concerning my servant • • • seconds, I was aware of a ring every conceivable colour, each expressed like this. Who bet- Chris, he is the perfect shepherd Patricia S. Glass of anxious faces looking down gem-stone having many facets, ter able to express his glorious for my sheep, whom I have en- Retired layreader, at me. “Oink,” I said, and each facet representing one of plan for mankind than their trusted to him at this time.” Anglican Parish of Wicklow, everyone laughed with relief. the fruits of the spirit: Love, creator, the King of Kings The very day I got home, Wilmot, Peel & Aberdeen “Mum is in her right mind,” Joy, Peace, Patience, Kind- himself? Did he not send his I was compelled by the Holy my daughter said. ness, Goodness, Faithfulness, precious son to die that we Spirit to go over to talk to Testify is your chance to Gentleness, Self-control. might live? Violet. share what God has done in MY VISION There was a depth to these I cried, “But Lord, surely I say “compelled” because I your life — an amazing mira- The next thing I remember qualities that no human being you want me to change?” “Yes, didn’t want to go, but felt that I cle or an everyday event that is arriving in a private room could possibly achieve. I began I want you to change, but you was actually being forced to go. had God written all over it. and the feeling of intense love to weep. Before this presence cannot change yourself. I can I told her I was sorry for my Send them in and they’ll that permeated it. I felt so to- I felt filthy, unworthy and change you, though, if you will part in our disagreement and appear, with you name and tally blessed and loved, so that totally undeserving of his love allow me to.” I asked her to forgive me. We parish, right in this spot. instead of feeling critical of ev- and mercy. For the first time “Oh yes, Lord! Please both shed tears and hugged. This won’t work with- eryone, I just felt love for them, I understood Isaiah 64:6: “All change me!” I cried. Then he The next day Brian came out your help. Your input is even for the lady who emptied our righteousness are as filthy brought to my mind the time to see me and I apologized to needed. Sharing our awesome the trash and of whom I had rags.” that Brian asked me to go see him for my attitude about his God’s works and wonders is felt somewhat contemptuous As I wept, I said, “Oh Lord, what he had done at the new tavern. He said, “Mum, I think a tremendous way to inspire because I had heard her swear. how can you love me like this? tavern in Juniper, and to have a they did more to your heart and uplift others. Everyone was so kind, and this I am so unworthy, so full of cup of coffee. than replace a valve.” Send via email: gmck- strange supernatural love that sin.” He said, “You are perfect I refused, again exhibiting I wrote to Chris and tried to [email protected] or via post: filled me caused me to love in my sight.” I was sobbing my self-righteousness and I explain it to him. He replied Gisele McKnight, 115 Church every one of them. now. “Oh Lord, how can this hurt Brian’s feelings. He also very graciously and I quote St., Fredericton E3B 4C8.

Lenten GospeL Reading Therapy A feast Available in Fredericton at fit for Westminster Books and a little Lighthouse Bookstore, and boy! in Saint John at the Catholic Homilies of Hope and Possibility submitted photo from Bookstore. Matthew • Mark • Luke • John The Parish of Restigouche hosted a spaghetti dinner to benefit Colin BiLL Hockin Contact Bill: Ranson Jan. 31. The dinner was well supported and a huge success. Much 506-455-2494 of the food was donated, with $3,268 donated to Colin’s medical fund. 10 / The New Brunswick Anglican march 2016

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Clergy Day

Clergy Day in Fredericton, held Feb. 3, saw 44 clergy gather to hear the Rev. Dr. John Paul Westin present the book “Meditative Prayer” by Richard Peace, which the Spiritual Development team has earmarked as a Lenten study tool for parishes. Here they line up for lunch, from left: Rick Robinson, Christian Persaud, Mike O’Hara, Patricia Drummond, Brent Hamm (hidden), Chris Hayes, Keith Osborne, Douglas Painter, Ted Quann, Geoffrey Hall and Chris McMullen.

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What is the meaning of Christian unity?

Commentary By the same way that He and the were in at least weekly contact agreeing to pray for the same highly of oneself. David W. T. Brattston Father are united. with each other. request (Matthew 18.19), and All these are attitudes or Not knowing the mechan- About AD 107, Bishop Ig- in the apostles praying to- modes of relating to people ics of heaven, we are little natius of Antioch encouraged gether in Acts. 1.14. These are with whom one is in personal hat is Christian assisted by this in determining Christians in three congrega- persons in each other’s pres- contact. In the Biblical sense, unity in the Biblical what “united” means, except tions to be united to their local ence co-operating towards a unity is thus a pattern of mind sense? Jesus called to observe that the Father and clergy. common spiritual goal. Origen and behaviour, a mode of Wfor unity among Christians, Son are different persons in An early third-century was the foremost Bible scholar, conducting interpersonal rela- but did not tell us what Chris- constant contact with each church manual stressed unity teacher and preacher of his tions, among Christians in fre- tian unity is, or how we can other. of clerics within a congrega- time. quent contact, and the foster- know when it exists. The essence of Christian tion. The above authors classed ing of peace, love and harmony The earliest Christian writ- unity later in the first century Both Ignatius and the man- unity with such other traits at the neighbourhood level. ings help us to see what “unity” AD was the considerate treat- ual pressed for greater con- as peace, love, gentleness, means and how to work ment and mutual forbearance solidation within the existing compassion, courtesy, meek- Dr. David W. T. Brattston towards it. among Christ’s followers on a church to improve relations ness, lowliness, longsuffering, is a retired lawyer living We shall look at Christian frequent basis: Romans 12.4f, 1 between Christians who had forbearance, hospitality, and in Lunenburg, N.S. His five writings before AD 250, when Corinthians 1.10, Ephesians 4.3 daily or weekly interactions recognition of the spiritual books and over 300 articles memories were still fresh with and Philippians 1.27 and 2.2. with each other. gifts of others. on early and contemporary the unwritten teachings and Also in the first century, the In AD 197 the church father According to the same Christianity have been Bible interpretations of Christ, congregation at Rome wrote Tertullian recognized Chris- authors, it is incompatible with published by a wide variety of and Christians could recall a letter to the Christians at tian unity as being the gather- strife, jealousy, dissimulation, denominations in every major what He and the apostles did Corinth urging them to heal ing together of Christians in arrogance, overthrowing con- English-speaking country. in practice. a rift in the congregation, and local public worship. gregational leaders, wisdom in Contact him at this email In John 17 Jesus prayed to re-establish peace, love, and About AD 249, Origen one’s own conceits, repaying address: dwtbrattston@ that Christians be united in unity among Christians who identified unity in Christians evil for evil, and thinking too hotmail.com

archdeacon of Saint John for Jan. 19 Bishop David has The Diocese of Episcopal a three-year term ending Dec. licensed Cyrus Blanchet as Fredericton seeks a 31, 2018 and appointed as act- evangelist with Threshold volunteer diocesan ing regional dean of Saint John Ministries (formerly Church ecumenical officer. Announcements until further notice. Army) within the Diocese of Fredericton. Feb. 16 The Rev. Paul Ran- • • • son has been appointed rector • • • of the Parish of Douglas and Jan. 26 The Rev. Allen Nashwaaksis, effective July Tapley, rector of the Parishes Jan. 19 By memorial of 1. He has been serving as chap- of Waterford and St. Mark’s, is adjustment, effective Jan. 15, lain at RCS Netherwood. re-appointed regional dean of the area served by St. George’s Contact the Ven. Cathy • • • the deanery of Kingston-Ken- Church in Bairdsville is Laskey for information nebecasis for a three-year term transferred to the Parish of (506-459-1801, ext 224) ending December 31, 2018. Feb. 2 The Ven. Stuart Al- Denmark from the Parish of or [email protected] lan has been re-appointed as • • • Andover. march 2016 march 2016 The New Brunswick Anglican / 11

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Stephen Christian scores with Anchor & Braille

or those of you still city. through. mourning the end “Watch You Burn” is a Some earlier reviewers have of Christian alt-rock mellow song which suggests spoken of needing to listen Fgroup Anberlin over a year that maturing means saying to the album a few times to ago (please, let’s take just a goodbye to our own selves, to a really get it; however, as long moment of silence… sniff!), certain extent. as the listener is not expect- you may believe, as I do, that The single “Fatal Flaw” is ing the hard blazing sounds the music world had lost the all about not using all of our of Anberlin, then this album expressions of one of the great resources on ourselves and on easily stands on its own, and minds in music. in its music, Anchor & Braille what we want, and thinking as a natural progression of the Stephen Christian drew is much more open, reflective about the bigger world around two earlier Anchor & Braille inspiration for his songs from and calm. us. projects. all kinds of places — bars late That is not to say every song distorted guitar. Keyboards get Make no mistake. Anchor This is music you don’t just at night, Dylan Thomas poetry, is slow. Check out “Live Free. the spotlight on this album, & Braille is Stephen Chris- put on in the background. This driving in his car, to name just Die Young.” The same inge- though they are not so heavily tian’s side project, not just a music demands your attention, a few. nious lyrics flow easily from programmed as to sound alien band in which he is a member. and your mind’s reflections. It Do not fret, folks — Ste- Christian’s pen (metaphori- or foreign. His stand-out voice matches comes from a deep-thinking, phen’s side project, Anchor cally speaking). The songs’ titles are intrigu- the melodies of these songs faithful person who sees a & Braille, has just released its The atmospheric settings of ing; anyone who has followed wonderfully, and he emotes the great many reasons for hope in third project, Songs For the each track give expression to Stephen Christian over the thoughts to which his words today’s world, and he wants to Drive Home. I just hear the the themes found in the lyrics, years knows that the titles do give rise. share them with everyone. collective sigh. something that wasn’t always not convey the meaning of His real ability lies in his Songs For the Drive Home Anchor & Braille has ex- as apparent with Anberlin. The the song in those few words. musical gift of standing out is a keeper, for sure. isted as a very different entity new album travels even further The new song, “Detroit Stab” in so many genres. From compared to Anberlin. While along this continuum. for example, is all about being hard rock to worship leader Rev. Chris Hayes is a musician Anberlin was alternative, This new album features vulnerable in a relationship in Albuquerque, New Mexico as well as a priest serving in fast-paced, driving rock that songs that are more electronic- with someone you care about, to ballad crooner, the essence the Parish of Salisbury and filled every inch of aural space sounding in nature than rather than violence in a big of his musical soul comes Havelock. Caroling brings heartfelt rewards By Eugene Price year to be joined by Viv- ian Creaser who, at 91 years What a rewarding evening! young, had a blast! Twenty of us from All Saints A good time of refreshment Anglican Church in Keswick and fellowship in the Medley Ridge went Christmas carol- Room was enjoyed by all. ling to some sick and shut-ins Thanks to Crystal for orga- in our area Dec. 8. nizing and to Lois and Violet Hearts were touched and we and baker elves (Violet, Jean, Colin Ranson, 2, laser brain surgery candidate and recipient of an overwhelm- were greatly rewarded know- Sharon, Mavis, Helen, Crystal, ingly successful fundraising campaign that saw parishes all over the diocese ing that it made a difference. and Kate). step up to help fund his costly surgery in Texas, set for March 4. It is times like this that Many do a lot to make our church such a joy, and for that, bring the true meaning of we all are very grateful. Favourite Bible story - Noah and the Ark Christmas just a little nearer and dearer to us! Thanks to our lead singer Birthplace - Saint John Being kind does not have to Geoff and to Kate for staying What you love most about God – Saying “Amen” to Him at prayer time always involve a lot of dollars. behind at the church to get Favourite place on Earth - In Mommy and Daddy’s bed This comment came from the refreshments ready. Farthest you’ve been from home – Montreal one of the individuals we vis- Participants this year were: Favourite meal or dessert - Pizza and ice cream ited: “Knowing someone cared Vivian Creaser, Jean Coburn, Biggest fear – Needles and loud noises enough to come to visit.” Vincent & Crystal Gilmore, Hidden talent – Orator - I can recite whole sections of The Gruffalo book. That, my friend, was the Geoff Gollings, Pam Hyson, Favourite movie or book – The Gruffalo and The Gruffalo’s Child, by Julia Donaldson great reward that remained Mavis Jones, George Lawrence, Your hobby – Finger painting with us following the evening. Dean and Sharon McKeen, Favourite toy - My red wagon and my stuffed puppies Take the time to visit that Violet McLaughlin, Bob & someone who may be lonely Lois Poore, Eugene & Mary • • • • • • or isolated and you too will be Lou Price, Dave & Linda Reid, rewarded. Ray & Helen Travers, Ashley Note from the Rev. Paul Ranson, Colin’s father: We fly to Houston Feb. 26, with pre- We were very pleased this Watson, Lance. op appointments on Feb. 29. On Wednesday, March 2 the medical team will do an MRI and PED scan. Surgery is March 4 and recovery should take a couple of days. May 26-28 We have rented a house for the four of us and Kim’s parents, and expect to be home on March 15. Colin does not really know what’s to come, but Isaac is very excited to go Plan now for the 2016 on a plane and to see the Houston Zoo. We are so very thankful for all the support in Clergy Spouses’ Retreat, the diocese. We ask for prayers for us and Colin, his medical team, and for safe travels. Villa Madonna Retreat Centre, Rothesay 12 / The New Brunswick Anglican march 2016

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submitted photos Advent in action

At St. Mark’s in the Parish of St. George, the highlight of the year was Advent season. This year our kids decided on a weekly outreach in lieu of a Christmas concert which touched many in the community. On the first week of Advent they presented the gift of hope as they performed a live nativity skit outside the local grocery store in St. George. The second week brought peace as the kids and some youth from the Catholic Church walked the streets to pray for the community and local businesses. They went into businesses and prayed out loud for them. The customers and employees were very touched that the children would do that. The children prayed that their businesses would be successful. On the third week, joy rang true as the kids joined forces with Baptist neighbours to sing Christmas carols to shut-ins. On the last week of Advent, youth poured out the gift of love as they passed out homemade coffee cozies to the patrons at Tim Hortons; it was truly a blessed time for all. Top left: Sandy Patterson, with Olivia Hill, Katie Matheson and Delaney Ross scout for thirsty patrons at Tim Hortons.

Join us for Archdeaconry Coffeehouse Conversations By Jason Smith Charge from Synod that youth The goal of these meetings • Clearly show YIG’s vision dates and times. is a priority in the diocese. is to provide the YIG team for the diocese • Archdeaconry of Frederic- Attention youth leaders, Sun- As a diocese we need to lay with a general understanding The YIG team is encourag- ton, St. Mary’s, York (770 McE- day school teachers, volun- down foundations and training of what is going on concerning ing every parish to attend and voy St., Fredericton) Friday, teers, clergy and anyone with opportunities for youth lead- youth ministry in their area. contribute. Feb. 26 at 7 p.m. a heart for youth! We want to ers, develop disciples in our Some of the questions and top- If your parish doesn’t have a • Archdeaconry of Kingston hear from you! youth (of all ages) and connect ics will include: youth presence or program, we and Kennebecasis, St. Paul’s, The YIG team will hold with families. • What is and isn’t working still want to hear from you. 486 Kennebecasis River Rd. seven archdeaconry meetings, This task does not fall only in the parish and archdea- Anyone can attend and you Hampton, Thursday, March 3 called Archdeaconry Coffee- on the shoulders of the youth conry? need not be a youth leader. at 7 p.m. house Conversations, within minister or Sunday school • Areas of improvements You can be a warden, synod • Archdeaconry of St. An- the next few months discuss- teacher. • Establishing contacts delegate or a concerned mem- drews, All Saints, St. Andrews, ing what’s happening regarding By working together as • Encouraging partnerships ber of the congregation. April 2, 10 a.m. youth ministry in your area. a diocese either within the with neighbouring parishes/ At press time, some dates • Archdeaconries of Saint For this to happen we want to archdeaconry or parish, we can local churches had not been finalized. Please John, Moncton, Chatham and hear from you! all be part of establishing that • Provide YIG support and check e-News, Facebook and Woodstock: location, date and It’s clear from the Bishop’s priority. resources email regarding the remaining time TBA.

Summer Camp registration is Saturday, April 23 - 2nd An- annual Run the O.C. (obstacle now open! Go to our website, nual Medley Dinner and Silent course) fundraiser and alumni www.campmedley.ca for more Auction, where all proceeds go day. Stay tuned for more information and links to on- towards sending kids to camp. details about putting a team line registration. Saturday, May 14 - Com- together to compete and to Also available on the munity Camp Cleanup day at help send a kid to camp. website is our new Leader-in- Medley. Don’t hesitate to contact Training information package Bring your tools, your [email protected] if St. Peter’s, Fredericton held its second annual Friends & Family and application. paintbrushes, cleaning supplies you have any questions. Christmas gathering Dec. 5. Almost 70 people gathered for a The Medley team is also and work clothes for a day Check Facebook, potluck, children’s crafts, caroling and a visit from St. Nick. It busy preparing for an excit- spent together helping get our eNews and the camp website, was a festive evening filled with laughter and fellowship — a ing spring season! These three site ready for summer. campmedley.ca for updates on testament to the power of that blessed night 2,000 years ago. events are coming up: Saturday, June 11 - The 1st these and other events.