MARCH 2021 THE NEW BRUNSWICK ANGLICAN / 1

What’s the news My Journey Here: Holy Hush: Arusha Call: on summer camps? Rosa Macaulay Violence in Navigating the 7 8 Christian 10 great divide 14 families

A SECTION OF THE ANGLICAN JOURNAL MARCH 2021 SERVING THE Family Connection MISSION IN MOTION: community launches in Saint John The aim is to encourage families to eat, play, read and make memories together

BY GISELE MCKNIGHT

On the morning of Jan. 29, the floor of the resource centre at Threshold Ministries was lined with 20 cardboard boxes. Into those boxes went all the ingre- dients for a fun family night — literal ingredients like pasta and sauce, vegetables and snacks, as well as a board game, storybook, craft, welcome sheet and ques- tions for conversation. Jan. 29 was the debut run of Family Connection in Saint John. In those boxes were all a family would need for an evening of fun — spending time together, eating together, reading together, talking, sharing and making memories. “I was thinking of something to help kids and families spend time together, with the weather and pandemic,” said the Rev. Jas- mine Chandra. “I thought this MCKNIGHT PHOTO might be a good idea and a good way to keep in touch.” The Rev. Jasmine Chandra, left, and Erin Rideout make a drop-off of a Family Connection box to a family in Saint John. Inside the box are all Jasmine and her husband, the things a family could use for a pleasant night of dinner, games, stories and conversation. Terence, operate a mission in Saint John called Pennies & Sparrows (formerly the Central Saint John Community Minis- during the pandemic.” Erin had a spreadsheet with each took much more time than put- same games and books. try). Jasmine teamed up with Back at Threshold, where family listed, the names and ages ting the groceries in the boxes. It was a lesson in organiza- Erin Rideout, who operates In- ICYM is operating programs of the children, and the title of Erin and Jasmine know these tion, and they were already ner City Youth Ministry, to bring right now, the two women the book and name of the game families from their previous discussing how they could im- about Family Connection. Both worked through the morning to each household was getting. work in priority neighbour- prove the packing process. It was groups are part of the Anglican fill the boxes, taking great care to That was to prevent duplication, hoods, and they wanted to get it also a testament to the care and Diocese of Fredericton. select the right games and books since this program is slated to right. knowledge these two women “This partnership fits very for the children in each home. run monthly for the entire year. The women know which have for the neighbourhoods well,” said Erin. “The added Would it be Alice In Wonder- Co-ordinating the right book families are friends, so they took benefit is the focus on families land or Little Quack’s Bedtime? and game for the right family care not to send them both the Family continued on page 2 “SHARING HOPE & HELP” 2 / THE NEW BRUNSWICK ANGLICAN MARCH 2021 D I O C E S A N N E W S

The Rev. Jasmine Chandra, left and above, and Erin Rideout, right, work through the various stages of assembling, packing, documenting and loading the boxes for Family Connection on Jan. 29 in Saint John.

MCKNIGHT PHOTOS

‘Creating memories in challenging times’

Family continued from page 1 our budgets,” said Jasmine. “If was so awesome. Great stuff! people would like to contribute, I haven’t played Candyland in they work in and the people they that would be welcome.” years. The girls will love it. Thank have come to know. Once the boxes were all filled, you!” “One priority is the backpack labeled with the families’ names Erin’s report on the deliveries: families so we can extend the and loaded in Erin’s SUV, they I had been looking forward to DEADLINE for news and photos connection through the year,” set out on a distribution run, delivering the boxes and getting for the April edition of the New said Erin, adding the “backpack starting with the West Side and to chat with everyone since we set Brunswick Anglican is March 1. families” is a summer program working backwards. the start date of the program. Send submissions to ICYM and others operate in the “It will be like a mini-Christ- That morning when we [email protected] South End of the city. mas every month,” said Erin. delivered the boxes, we got to see Backpacks are filled with “Now that we’ve done it once, so many familiar faces and had similar items — supper ingre- we know all the ages, and we can a chance to really connect with dients and a recipe, a book and buy accordingly. It will be easier people and check in with them. questions about the book to start next time.” Everyone seemed excited family conversations. “The main goal is for families about the boxes and noticed that Some on the Family Connec- to create memories together in the books and games were chosen tion list are single parent-fami- more challenging times,” said specifically for them. www.anglican.nb.ca It’s a joy to have options when lies and newcomers to Canada. Jasmine. “That takes the stress OFFICIAL PUBLICATION OF THE DIOCESE OF FREDERICTON Others are ones Jasmine has off, and gives an opportunity for putting the different items in A SECTION OF THE ANGLICAN JOURNAL worked with in her Kids Lead families to just have some fun.” boxes because then we can pick program, which selects kids After the deliveries, Jasmine a Frozen game for a child we The Most Rev. Archbishop and Publisher from priority neighbourhoods to had this report: know is obsessed with Frozen help develop leadership skills. We had a few visits on people’s right now, or one that is great for Gisele McKnight Editor Cheryl Jacobs & Ben Bourque Proofreaders Amassing all the food, books porches as we kept socially a wide range of ages for a larger and games was a joint effort of distanced. Some of these conver- family, or one that only needs two Published 10 times per year. Price of subscription $10.00 the two women, though Erin is sations turned into catching up players for the smallest families. particularly known for her abil- on their lives and how they have It’s exciting to hope that may- Please send news and photo submissions to: ity to find bargains and freebies. been affected by COVID-19. be that evening those 20 families 12 Spruce Street, Sussex, N.B. E4E 1L9 Margo Goguen of Stone Some responses were: played games, talked, laughed, Phone: 506-459-1801, ext. 1009; E-mail: [email protected] Church, where Jasmine and “My grandkids are coming read, cooked and ate as a family. Please send subscription renewals and changes of address to: Terence are priests-in-charge, over this weekend and this will Contacts for the two groups: The New Brunswick Anglican, c/o Anglican Journal Circulation Dept., put together the craft kits. Some give us something to do together!” Inner City Youth Ministry 80 Hayden St, Toronto, Ont. M4Y 3G2 items were donated, some were Quite a few looked in the box [email protected] [email protected] OR 1-866-924-9192 ext. 259 purchased. and said, “This is great!” Pennies & Sparrows “Some of it is from both of One single mom said, “That [email protected] Printed & mailed in North York, Ontario By Webnews Printing Inc.

“SHARING HOPE & HELP” MARCH 2021 THE NEW BRUNSWICK ANGLICAN / 3 T H E B I S H O P’ S P A G E

p r i n c i p a l A reminder from the Celts e n g a g e m e n t s March 7 Parish of e have travelled from years since I read it, and I had if not centuries and sometimes Lent to Lent with forgotten some of its insights. not at all. New Bandon COVID-19. It is One which struck me again Whereas, knowing that God Wremarkable that 12 months have was the difference the author is with us no matter what the big March 12 passed, and the virus is still with points to between Celtic Chris- picture looks like to our finite Provincial House us. tian practice and that of the minds is a place of comfort and of hope. We have learned new mean- Roman Church of which it was meeting ings for words like lockdown, part, but distant. Celtic Christians spent a great red, orange, yellow and green. He suggests that whilst the deal of time in contemplation, Life has been disrupted on so Romans were concerned about but they also saw their mission March 14 many levels and continues to be the transcendence of God, the to be one of penetrating the Parish of so. Celts placed a greater emphasis world with the Gospel, rather Stanley I still find it hard to believe in God’s immanence. than protecting its purity, and that two weeks before Palm Both these aspects of the theirs, by being behind monastic March 21 Sunday last year, I wrote saying nature of God are important. walls. Parish of that although churches had to Transcendence — the glory Their intimate knowledge close, I hoped we would be back As we are currently in the of God, overall. Immanence of the transcendent God, close Fredericton together before Easter. midst of the season of Lent, — God coming close and walk- by, motivated their desire to One of the things this year I have posed the question to my- ing alongside us in our daily joys share their knowledge of the March 23 has taught me is that there are self: what is it that COVID-19 and struggles. Gospel. ’s many things we just do not brings to the season? What Hunter’s words sparked Counsel know. Over the months we have Many of us are unable to get in me was the need to dwell on been told how viruses progress out as much as might have been God who is near during this March 28 in the population. the case in other years, so there COVID time. Parish of We have discovered both in may be more time to pray and Often what I do is try to fit theory and practice the second reflect. major disruptive events into Musquash wave of infection is greater than During the time before Lent the plan and purpose of God. the first. We have learned that I picked up a book by George It is generally impossible to ac- April 1 viruses change and adapt to the G. Hunter III, The Celtic Way of complish this without being able David Edwards is Maundy Thursday conditions. Evangelism. It has been several to view them across many years, Diocesan Bishop of Fredericton. Renewal of Ministry Vows and Blessing of Oil

Prayer Attributed to Lenten reflections St. Francis Lord, make me an instrument of your ent is a time of reflection and repentance that comes peace; around every year. How where there is hatred, Lmany of us actually take that let me sow love; time to reflect on, and improve where there is injury, our relationship with God? pardon; What a year it has been since I wrote my 2020 Lenten reflec- where there is doubt, faith; tion! What changes we have Mike Briggs seen in how we live our lives and MTAYLOR848 ON COMMONS.WIKIMEDIA.ORG/ where there is despair, how we worship! Captain Sir Tom Moore depicted on a mural on the side of the Malt hope; Who knew 12 months ago Shovel Pub, Beastfair, Pontefract, Wakefield, UK. where there is that Zoom would be part of our increases in giving. everyday lives and that now we Here in the Moncton health darkness, light; can join in when distance pre- zone we can no longer have in years. I know the effort it took and given you and the ways that and where there is vented that before. person services and this impacts him, so can imagine the effort you can spread that generosity. sadness, joy. I remember joining in the the envelopes we receive. Capt. Tom had to put in. 1 God is our refuge and O Divine Master, book study led by Shawn Branch As I write this, I am hearing His walking endeavour strength, grant that I may not so that was only possible on Zoom. of the death of Capt. Sir Tom caught fire and by the time he a very present help in trouble. I meet with other stewardship Moore from COVID-19. He finished, he had raised over 4 The Lord of hosts is with us; much seek to be con- people from across Canada via was the retired army veteran in $50,000,000 for the NHS. It the God of Jacob is our soled as to console; a monthly Zoom meeting and England, who, at the age of 99, shows stewardship in action. He stronghold. to be understood, as to last week we were joined by the decided that he needed to do had the idea and the time and In this time of pandemic understand; stewardship officer from the something to raise money for just went and did it. with lock down, red and orange to be loved, as to love; Anglican Church of California. the National Health Service. People responded generously. phase of restrictions, we need Yet despite all these disrup- He wanted to raise $1,500 It shows that sometimes all you to remember that God is always for it is in giving that tions in our lives, some things from sponsors by walking 100 need to do is ask and provide a with us and is our strength and we receive, never change. Every parish times around his garden us- good reason, and people will be refuge. We need to trust in Him it is in pardoning continues to have expenses, ing his walker before his 100th generous. and hold fast to our faith more that we are pardoned, although the federal govern- birthday. I will close with a couple of than ever. and it is in dying ment wage subsidy (CEWS) has I can relate to this as my dad, verses from Psalm 46 and my certainly helped. Some parishes also a veteran, would have been thoughts on them. Have a con- Michael Briggs is the diocesan that we are born to have begun e-offering and oth- 100 last year had he lived. He templative Lent and think on all stewardship officer. He lives in Eternal Life. ers already with it have seen too used a walker for his last few the good God has done for you Moncton. Amen.

“SHARING HOPE & HELP” 4 / THE NEW BRUNSWICK ANGLICAN MARCH 2021 M I N I S T R Y D U R I N G C O V I D - 1 9

COVID connections — with the parish and beyond

BY GISELE MCKNIGHT

When the pandemic began a year ago, the Ven. John Mathe- son never dreamed he would be appearing on television across the country. But that’s what has hap- pened, and he — or rather the parish — has the fan mail to prove it! “We’ve had letters, dona- tions from Ontario, British Co- lumbia, New York,” said John. “We don’t know them and they don’t know us, but we have people watching.” All this “fan” fare has come about because of local St. Andrews television station CHCO. Station manager Patrick Watt has Anglican connec- tions and is a cousin of John’s. MCKNIGHT PHOTOS And when someone suggested Patrick record their services as ABOVE: The Ven. John Matheson delivers the homily during a Morning Prayer service on YouTube a way to broadcast to parish- that will also likely be broadcast in various locations across the country, if the past few months are ioners, CHCO and the parish any indication. RIGHT: The Rev. Bob Cheatley and John Matheson Jr., son of the archdeacon, above, struck a deal. during the same service. Television stations can ac- cess federal funds to produce community programs. CHCO, With Patrick, four others, in- “Then I send it out every bers of the church. People tell nine people, two of whom live as the only independent sta- cluding John, fellow clergy Jim Sunday morning,” he said. me they’re watching. It’s an in Plaster Rock and are friends tion in the province, produces Crighton and Bob Cheatley, “There is a market for this and evangelical tool. of parishioners. local content this way. The and volunteers, meet to con- people are interested. And it “We don’t expect to get back And John recently began station was at All Saints in No- duct and record the service. keeps us in touch, most impor- in donations what we’re spend- leading a Sunday morning vember to record the ordina- “One officiates, one preach- tantly, with our parishioners.” ing, but the exposure and good church service using Zoom. tion of the Rev. Bob Cheatley, es, the others read the lessons The show is also broadcast will are worth it.” He enlisted the help of vestry for example. and intersessions,” said John. on CHCO each Sunday and But the TV show isn’t the member Linda Walsh who Larger stations across the He has learned that a repeated on Wednesdays. only piece of the pandemic “talked me through it on Sat- country don’t always produce 30-minute service is anything Even during the Yellow puzzle in the Parish of St. urday morning.” enough programming, but but during production. Level last summer and fall, Andrews. Cheryl Hooper hosts While he was hesitant at they can broadcast material “It takes a lot longer by the they continued producing the a Thursday morning Coffee first, “even this old dog can produced by others, and they time you set up, do retakes, show. By then they had built Break on Zoom which fea- learn new tricks!” he said. do. Thus, services originating change the camera location, the up momentum and a follow- tures Judith Moses, the deputy He credits the talented from All Saints in St. Andrews microphones, lights,” he said. ing, and not everyone felt safe prolocutor of General Synod, people in his parish for helping are broadcast far and wide. “It takes about one-and-a-half enough to attend. leading devotions. Judith nor- him use the tools at hand dur- “There are cousins who hours to do a half-hour service.” But this has not been just an mally summers in the parish ing a trying time. No matter grew up in St. Andrews who Once the recording is investment of time. but is in St. Andrews during how long it takes to get to Yel- watch us every week in B.C.,” done, Patrick has to edit it and “We’re paying for it. It’s the pandemic. low or Green level, the Parish said John. remove the outtakes. He puts it $15,000 a year,” said John. “But In February, the parish of St. Andrews is equipped to What they are seeing is together in the right sequence, we think it’s worth it. hosted a Zoom craft class. A connect with its parishioners Morning Prayer, a half-hour uploads it to YouTube and “There are people in town Zoom bible study began re- — and those far beyond its show produced once a week. sends John the link. watching it who aren’t mem- cently, the first round drawing borders.

“SHARING HOPE & HELP” MARCH 2021 MARCH 2021 THE NEW BRUNSWICK ANGLICAN / 5 M I N I S T R Y D U R I N G C O V ID - 1 9

Stepping Up award goes to April Medford

BY GISELE MCKNIGHT

When the pandemic hit a year ago, April Medford found MISSION IN MOTION: community herself with time on her hands. She had just started manag- ing the Sunrise Play Park in Grand Bay-Westfield, part of the ministry and mission of the Church of the Resurrec- tion, but that had to close in lockdown. With no play park to man- age, she began looking out- ward to see how she could be of use in her community. That effort has earned her a “Step- ping Up” award from Premier Blaine Higgs. She has no idea who nominated her. “I was very surprised and ceived the Stepping up for My we had 17 kids. humbled,” she said. “I cried NB award. Here are her words: “When we closed, we had when I opened it. I didn’t in- As a freshman at Saint John no idea,” she said. tentionally set out to do these High School, I felt like I was hit They were able to open a things.” SUBMITTED PHOTOS hard by the COVID-19 pan- few times while in the Yellow But while others turned in- demic. The lockdown started phase. They had to learn to ward in such an unprecedent- off with two weeks and then do things differently. Birthday ed time, April sought connec- April Medford, manager of the Sunrise Play Park in the Church became an indefinite amount parties could go ahead, but tion with her community. of the Resurrection in Grand Bay-Westfield, shown here, received of time. no food was permitted to be “I would call and check on an award from the Province of New Brunswick for her volunteer With nothing but a small served. people — in our church and in efforts during the pandemic. Another member of The Rez, Chelsea amount of schoolwork to oc- April remembers two the community,” she said. McKinley, also received an award for similar volunteer efforts. cupy that time, I began search- families in particular, one from Then she offered a small, ing for ways to fill it. Eventu- Fredericton, the other from free service: grocery shop- ally, my grandmother, Mary the Saint John area who would ping. Seniors were timid about O’Neill, asked me to help her meet at the play park. One new rules, lining up, following make face masks for her table boy in the group is immune the arrows, and generally felt I recognized for some seniors, I was the at the Kingston Market. suppressed, and his mother safer in their own homes. They I ended up helping her make would call to see if they were were happy to have April pick only person they saw through the week. them for a table as well as for busy. When it was quiet, they’d up their lists and drop off the “ We had good conversations. I got to pray special orders throughout the show up. groceries. with them. I was able to make a connec- summer. “This was the only place “I recognized for some tion rather than just do grocery shopping. When schools reopened in they felt safe to come,” said seniors, I was the only person September, I told my grand- April. “They hadn’t been out in they saw through the week,” mother that I wouldn’t have months. I see God in that. She she said, adding after leaving very much time to sew for her felt safe enough to come here.” the groceries on the doorstep, anymore. However, I was able The play park, when al- she would step back and have cheer up seniors, but with a community, for the commu- to run her table a few times lowed to open, gets a thorough a chat. little partner. She began to nity,’ and April embodies this when she was busy. With the hot water steam cleaning “We had good conversa- walk her son’s dog at a seniors’ with her whole life,” he said. bit of free time I did have, when before opening. tions,” she said. “I got to pray home. “April’s deep desire is to follow we were in yellow, I was able to They had an open schedule with them. I was able to make “I’d let him off leash and close behind Jesus and to share volunteer with April Medford, of Tuesdays, Thursdays and a connection rather than just throw a ball,” she said. “It’s his love wherever she can. Casey Flanagan, and Keely Fla- Saturdays, with Mondays, do grocery shopping.” a really simple joy in a time “This is just who April is. nagan at the Sunrise Playpark. Wednesdays and Fridays set For months, April shopped when nothing else was going It is nice to see her be recog- Spending my time making aside for cleaning. for five seniors. A year later, on. It brought me a lot of joy nized for the way she always is, masks and helping at the play The advantage is a healthier she’s still shopping for two of t o o.” regardless of who’s watching.” park not only helped me stay environment without the use them. Seniors came to expect her, April is an aspirant in the sane, but also helped me stay in of harsh chemical cleaners, she She also continued to help the dog and the antics, and of diocese, forging a path towards touch with my community dur- said. with suppers at the men’s shel- course, there were the inevi- ordination. Had the pandemic ing such a difficult time. With Orange and then Red ter run by Outflow Ministry in table socially distanced conver- not happened, she’d be study- levels after Christmas, the play Saint John with a team from sations that so many had been ing for a Masters of Divinity SUNRISE PLAY PARK park closed, awaiting a safer her church. missing. degree right now. After an amazing opening and time. Instead of meeting others “She clearly isn’t wasting tremendous community sup- “When we opened a year to cook and serve, she found MIKE’S VIEW time while she waits,” said port in the first 10 weeks after ago, we had a vision that herself dropping off a dozen April’s priest, the Rev. Mike Mike. opening, the Sunrise Play Park people could come, and that loaves of bread and butter at Caines, isn’t the least bit sur- was forced to close. children and parents could another team member’s door- prised by April’s efforts during A SECOND AWARD “We were extremely busy, interact,” she said. “Right now step, returning later to pick up the pandemic, nor her award. Chelsea McKinley, a youth at more so than we could imag- we’re on pause, hoping to see the sandwiches. “Our parish mission state- the church who volunteers at ine. We had 65 on a Saturday. that vision again when we She found another way to ment is ‘Jesus-centered, in the the Sunrise Playpark, also re- A slow day through the week, reopen.”

“SHARING HOPE & HELP” 6 / THE NEW BRUNSWICK ANGLICAN MARCH 2021 M I N I S T R Y D U R I N G C O V I D - 1 9

It’s complicated

Ministering to an island on the other side of the international border during the pandemic comes with challenges

BY GISELE MCKNIGHT To prepare for that, several months ago, Archdeacon John Ministering in a multi-point Matheson contacted two MPs parish, where one of those and an MLA, with no success LEFT: The Rev. Kevin points requires two ferries or on getting an answer, a pass or Borthwick in St. Stephen, an international drive to reach, permission to drive through where he lives. Above: St. is one thing. Maine to get to the island. Anne’s Church on Campobello. Doing it during a world- “Then I called a retired cus- Below: The international wide pandemic, in the winter, toms officer and got a phone bridge that links Campobello is quite another. number,” said John. with Lubec, Maine. That is the life and work That phone number led to of the Rev. Kevin Borthwick contacts on both sides of the these days. Kevin is the priest- border, who agreed that clergy in-charge in the Parish of are essential workers. Even Saint Stephen, which has two the NAFTA trade agreement congregations, and St. Anne’s confirms it. in the Parish of Campobello, It’s ultimately up to the Ven. John Matheson takes on the island in the Passama- border guard whether to let one Sunday a month, and a quoddy Bay. anyone across, but neither layreader leads on the fourth Campobello Island is tucked priest has had a problem since Sunday. between Grand Manan and the crossings began. Their Kevin stays at the rectory Deer Island. Getting there re- licence plates are registered while on the island, but visits quires a drive to L’Etete, a ferry with both sides, making their to parishioners are not permit- to Deer Island, a drive across trips easier. ted at the moment. that island, and a second ferry “The border services people He had an outdoor visit to to Campobello. on both sides have been very a nursing home last summer If ferries aren’t your thing, co-operative,” said Kevin. “But — a memory of fellowship, you can cross the international it’s not without its challenges.” sunshine and passing boats he border at Calais, take Route He must make sure his tank cherishes. 1 south to the cut off, drive is full, because he is absolutely The congregation at northeast to the coastal town forbidden to stop during the SUBMITTED PHOTOS Campobello is geographically of Lubec, Maine, and finally, one-hour trip. There’s no quick divided these days. The faith- cross the international bridge dash into Marden’s for bar- ful organist and several other to Campobello. gains. And when John visits parishioners are American. At- Either way, the island is Campobello, he is not permit- tendance, thus resources, have isolated. Both journeys take at ted to stop and visit his elderly The guards are becoming When Zone 2 and the prov- shrunk during the pandemic. least an hour, and the Cam- American aunt along the route. more familiar as well. And the ince were at the Red level, no Despite the time commit- pobello ferry is not a perma- “But the driving is easier ferry route often takes more one could hold a church ser- ment and pandemic circum- nent fixture. It’s lovely in the and faster,” said Kevin. “There’s time, because the two sched- vice, but while we’re in Orange stances, holding services in summer, but this time of year, no traffic in the winter and no ules aren’t co-ordinated. As and Yellow levels, Kevin makes Campobello is appreciated. Kevin has opted to take the line-ups at the border. Campo- well, provincial government the Campobello journey twice “The people of Campobello land route across the closed bello is lovely any time of the funding for the Campobello a month, three times if the are happy to have us,” said international border. y e ar.” ferry could end at any time. month has five Sundays. The John.

Children’s Prayers with Hope Bear Children’s Prayers

with Hope Bear

Text by Judy Rois Prayers for liturgical seasons, holidays, and Illustrations by Michele Nidenoff special moments in a child’s life. $15 each. Hope Bear Prayer Book_COVER.indd 3 2017-03-23 3:19 PM Perfect Gift for Easter anglicanfoundation.org/store

“SHARING HOPE & HELP” MARCH 2021 MARCH 2021 THE NEW BRUNSWICK ANGLICAN / 7 S U M M E R C A M P S

Will there be summer camp this year? Yes, CLOCKWISE FROM TOP: no, and Diocesan Choir School; A scene from “Chopped” during Medley Makers maybe at Camp Medley; Camp Brookwood; St. Michael’s Youth Conference; Camp CAMP MEDLEY Brookwood. Report from the Rev. John Galbraith, director of Camp Medley. What took place in 2020? Due to the pandemic, regular camp schedules were can- celled. Instead, we concentrat- ed on physical upgrades. MCKNIGHT FILE PHOTOS These included general cleaning, maintenance, paint- ing and repairs, facelift to the washrooms between the cabins, installation of patio blocks in front of the cabins, resurfacing of the field, grad- ing and adding seating to the amphitheatre, and the replace- ment of the deck going into the dining hall, and of the wall going into the basement of the staff house. Family day destination was a week where families came to camp for the day. We had 200 people visit throughout the week, including several children who had never been to camp before (our future campers). Some were parents who’d been to camp as children and wanted to show their kids what it was like. We also hosted some events online with past campers. We had over 866 hours of volunteering throughout the year and 10 summer staff working on upgrades and preparation for this coming year. This was not the summer we had planned, but we were Or you may be looking for a I thank you for your prayers focusing our efforts on a spe- able to make the most of it. I retreat location for yourself or and support. To all the Synod DIOCESAN CHOIR SCHOOL cial virtual Evensong project am grateful to our Archbishop others. Please consider Camp staff, camp staff and volunteers Report from the Rev. Paul we are eager to share with you. for supporting me as we took Medley. that helped make 2020 a suc- Rideout Keep an eye out in the days a step of faith to prepare this What about this summer? cess, thank you! Hello Choir School friends! to come for an invitation to facility for years to come. Plans are to move forward with Our planning team has participate. What’s happening now? this summer as we now have a ST. MICHAEL’S YOUTH made the difficult decision to In the meantime, let’s con- We are working on some infra- better understanding of CO- CONFERENCE cancel Choir School 2021. tinue to pray and care for one structure upgrades to help us VID-19 and what we are able Report from the Rev. Canon We know that this will be as another! lower our monthly operating to do within an operational Kevin Stockall disappointing for you as it is costs — lighting, heating and plan in the yellow phase. I don’t have any answers. We’re for us. CAMP BROOKWOOD hot water. This summer we are offer- beginning to explore whether However, given the neces- Report from board member This will help us use the ing seven weeks of residential or not the conditions around sary restrictions, as well as the Mary Lee Phillips facilities more effectively in the camps and one week of family COVID will be fundamentally current vaccine timeline, we We have been at the red level shoulder seasons. day destination. All details different this coming August feel this is the most prudent and haven’t gotten together If you are part of a group can be found on our web site from what they were this past decision. as a group yet to discuss this looking for a place to gather (www.campmedley.ca) as well August. We were really hoping to upcoming summer. as we move toward the green as an advertisement in this We haven’t been able to get meet in-person this year but all We do not have any news to phase, please contact me. paper on page 16. a clear picture yet. is not lost! We are going to be share at this time.

“SHARING HOPE & HELP” 8 / THE NEW BRUNSWICK ANGLICAN MARCH 2021 MARCH 2021 THE NEW BRUNSWICK ANGLICAN / 9 M Y J O U R N E Y H E R E M Y J O U R N E Y H E R E

everything.” For 12 years she prepared and led Prayers of the People, which she counts as a privilege. She and John volunteer with Helping Hands, a min- istry that provides food, drives and other help, mostly to seniors. She has enjoyed the faithful sup- port of her in-laws throughout her Rosa Macaulay marriage. “John’s parents were always in- volved. I always looked to them as an example. They were very kind and very helpful. I have always been BY GISELE MCKNIGHT professionals, mostly to work in the oil in good hands and I’ve always felt industry. Clockwise from top left: Rosa, John, Warren and Rachel in a recent welcome.” “There were not many people pre- photo; the red arrow on the map of Venezuela show’s Rosa’s hometown; It’s been a long time since Rosa Ma- She cites Mothers’ Union members, pared to work in the oil industry and Warren, Rosa and Rachel at Christmas in the early 1990s; A 1960 photo caulay’s been home, seen her brothers SUBMITTED PHOTOS especially the older ones there when not a lot of universities,” said Rosa. “So of Rosa’s mother, also named Rosa, with nine of her children. Rosa is in and sisters and revisited childhood she joined, as another positive influ- the country decided to give scholar- the front row, second from the right. memories in her hometown. It’s not ence on her life as a young wife and ships. I applied and ended up coming that she doesn’t want to return. It’s that mother in a new country. she can’t. to Canada.” Actually, if all had gone according Gang violence, government insta- BACK HOME to plan, Rosa would have gone to uni- bility, severe shortages of basic goods, As things deteriorated in Venezuela versity in the UK, and come home to a poverty rate of 96 per cent and mas- many years ago, Rosa realized the work in the oil industry as a chemical sive unemployment in Venezuela have importance of becoming a Canadian engineer. kept her in Fredericton. citizen. But neither of those two things Her birth country has been the “I’ve been very happy here. I love happened. victim of its own success. When oil Canada. I’ve never felt anyone was “While I was waiting to be told was discovered a century ago, the against me for being from somewhere when to go to England, I got word that country grew exponentially, but in e l s e .” a group was ready to go to Canada,” the wrong way — becoming almost Years ago, the family usually visited she said. “I didn’t know what to do.” totally dependent on one export while Venezuela every other year, “so the failing to build its infrastructure and children could meet their cousins, EDUCATION diversify its economy. A succession uncles and aunts. They loved going When she looks back now, it seems of military dictators, corruption and there and speaking Spanish,” said quite amazing that she even left her unstable world oil markets put it in a Rosa. “But we haven’t been there since country. She had never been anywhere precarious position. Warren was 12. He’s 31 now.” and was always under the protection Then a socialist president, Hugo They use Facebook to keep in of her parents. Chavez, who promised so much, touch, though they all miss family. “I was very much shy. My mother evolved into an authoritarian who Even if it were safe, though, there is and father represented me. I depended took power for himself from every still the issue of poverty. on them for everything,” she said. institution. He died in 2013, leaving “There would be more mouths to She asked them if she should go more unrest and instability that has feed when we get there,” said Rosa. to Canada. With 12 children in the only worsened. “It’s a very bad situation. It wasn’t like family seeking their futures, of course So the country with the largest oil that. It shouldn’t be like that. It’s a rich the answer was to seize the new op- reserves in the world cannot feed, country in ruins. portunity. educate or care for its own people, “It’s sad. I never imagined it could “That’s how I ended up coming to cannot maintain law and order and get to be this way. For 20 years we Canada,” she said. cannot sell most of its oil due to sanc- have been saying it can’t get any worse, A group of 35 Venezuelans arrived tions imposed by many countries. but it has. at Loyola College in Montreal (later That is why Rosa stays in Fredericton. Meeting John Macaulay was the Dunstan’s Catholic Church in Freder- born in 1989. pretty immersed in Anglican life at Fredericton, the children were heavily “I don’t know when we’ll ever be Concordia University) with one goal second big turning point in Rosa’s icton in 1983, with both denomina- “We always thought wouldn’t it be Christ Church Cathedral. John was involved in Cathedral life, joining able to do that, but there’s hope. We — to learn English. CHILDHOOD life. Her future was now firmly set in tions participating. nice to go back to Fredericton, with at baptised there, and when his parents choir, youth group, puppeteers and hope. We pray all the time. That’s what After that year, the students were Rosa is a middle child of 12. She grew Canada. Then it was back to Alberta. Rosa least one set of grandparents there. I invited her to attend when she and traveling to Belize for missions. I can do.” encouraged to apply to Canadian up in San Antonio, a small border John graduated in 1981, and Rosa, had a few job interviews, but without really liked Fredericton,” she said. John were dating, she was anxious. When she was asked to teach Most of her siblings still live in universities, and Rosa applied to the town in southwest Venezuela just due to delays, visits back home and experience, she had no offers. Unlike They had a short stint in Ottawa. She’d never been to anything but a Sunday school, she was sure she was Venezuela and they get by. University of New Brunswick, where across the Rio Tachira from Columbia. her time in Montreal, graduated her classmates who worked in the field Then in 1989, John accepted a posi- Catholic service. Would it be formal? unqualified, but she said yes, and “They are doing well because we the answer was no. Her family was very close, her father in 1983. In the meantime, the two during their university years, Rosa, tion with the Research and Produc- Big? Intimidating? enjoyed years of teaching children. are helping,” she said, adding that even She continued to take courses, ap- a military man. Church, school and became engaged, but John was in on a student visa, was not permitted tivity Council in Fredericton, where What she found was a service very She became nursery coordinator and sending money to the country is get- plied again, and the answer was yes. family were her life. Alberta working on his PhD. to work. And by this time, a recession he remained for the duration of his similar to what she was used to, “but helped with the choir. And at her ting difficult. She entered the chemical engineering When she graduated from high They did their marriage prepara- was in play, closing a lot of doors. career. He retired two years ago, but there was so much singing in the An- mother-in-law’s suggestion, she joined “I’ve put off retiring three times program, and that is where she met school in 1975, the country had a tion classes separately, John with an After Alberta, the couple moved to Rosa works part-time. glican church.” Mothers’ Union. because I feel I need to do this — as John. scholarship program to send students Anglican priest in Edmonton, and St. John’s, NL for John’s post-doctoral She loved the singing. They con- “I didn’t know anything about it. long as I can and as long as they need away to foreign universities. The aim Rosa with a Roman Catholic priest in work. In 1988, their daughter, Rachel, tinued to attend Anglican services Now I’m still a member!” she said. it. We help, and the rest is prayers go- MARRIED LIFE was for them to return as educated Fredericton. They were married at St. was born. Their son, Warren, was Rosa is still Roman Catholic, but she’s on campus in Alberta, and back in “When you have kids, you say yes to ing their way.”

“SHARING HOPE & HELP” 10 / THE NEW BRUNSWICK ANGLICAN MARCH 2021 I N T I M A T E P A R T N E R V I O L E N C E

Webinar shines a light on the topic of intimate Holy hush partner violence within the church family

BY GISELE MCKNIGHT the rich and the poor, the edu- cated and uneducated, the reli- In 25 years of research, Dr. gious and the non-religious. Nancy Nason-Clark has heard “There is growing recogni- a lot of stories of intimate part- tion, but why are so many still ner abuse. asleep?” she asked. “Few have She shared some of those considered the faith commu- with about 80 people who nity in all of this. As a result, a attended the Christian Forum holy hush often pervades the held online Jan. 28 entitled houses of worship.” Working Together to Shatter She noted that although the Holy Hush. Most attend- things are slowly changing, ing were from our diocese but most religious leaders have others tuned in from all over never visited a transition Canada. house, don’t know the staff Nancy is a recently retired there and don’t know how or sociology professor at the Uni- where to refer a parishioner versity of New Brunswick who seeking their help. has spent much of her profes- “Most clergy have never sional life researching intimate preached a sermon on it. It’s partner violence, particularly not mentioned in marriage as it relates to Christians and preparation classes, or in youth the Church. group. Clergy are often reluc- The forum was presented tant to refer women to outside

by the diocese in partnership agencies. They simply don’t MCKNIGHT PHOTO with UNB and the Muriel know what to do.” McQueen Fergusson Centre But it’s not been just a lack for Family Violence Research, of understanding on the part Dr. Nancy Nason-Clark speaks during a Christian Forum webinar on Jan. 28. Her field of research has which researches the subject of of clergy. Christian women been intimate partner violence within church families. intimate partner violence and have their own unique set of offers training to lay people factors that can affect how they and professionals. react in an abusive relation- Nancy told those gathered ship. that intimate partner violence • Many Christian women really comes down to control who are victims do not con- abuser and his family, success “Every community church There was very little appetite to — one partner, most often sider themselves to be abused. is more likely.” must be a safe place for women hear what she was saying. She the man, seeking to control Nancy quoted one such Seeing a Christian counsel- to disclose and get help,” she spoke at a seminary in Croatia the other. That could mean woman who said, ‘I am not a lor is an excellent idea, because said. many years ago with dismal limiting access to family and battered wife, but my husband they are well-equipped to results. friends, where she goes and tried to kill me.’ counter the scriptural justifica- NANCY’S PERSONAL “The heckling was so loud we who she talks to, inspecting • Many religions put the tion men might use for their REFLECTION had to adjust the microphones her cell phone, threatening her, intact family on a pedestal, behaviour. • When she began her re- to be heard. Thankfully that hitting her, and many other making the fear of rejection search, she found that one doesn’t happen now.” behaviours. in their faith community too WHAT CAN CHURCHES DO? in three clergy said they’d • There is growing recogni- “I’ve interviewed many much to bear. Nancy listed many things a preached a sermon on abuse. tion in the church these days abusers and they’ve told me • Many women take their church can do to acknowl- That statistic remains un- that more than one agency ‘when I didn’t get what I marriage vows very seriously, edge the problem and help its changed 25 years later, which needs to be involved. There wanted, I used fists.’ Those are keep on forgiving, keep on victims. is a disappointment, she said. had been a desire to keep all their words, not mine,” said praying and never give up • Ensure that safety is the In those same 25 years, she’s counselling in-house, she said. Nancy. hope. priority. That could mean listened to approximately 4,000 • Education is the key, not In her work, Nancy has spo- hanging a poster on the bul- sermons, and she remembers only to ending intimate part- ken to many church congrega- COUNSELLING FOR MEN letin board with a message about five on the topic of inti- ner violence, but to helping tions and groups about what Nancy talked about the inter- like ‘Christian love should mate partner violence. clergy respond well. Nancy the church can do about it, and vention she’s seen which often not hurt.’ Even further, hang • Delivering a sermon on advocates ongoing training how Christian women often leads to counselling for men. posters in the ladies’ wash- violence assures victims they and professional development respond. “Most men who attend room stalls with the name and are not alone and are cared for for both clergy and lay lead- “We’ve been able to pave a counselling don’t go willingly,” contact information for local by their church community. It ers, such as what the Muriel pathway between the steeple she said, adding they are often shelters. reminds the congregation of a McQueen Fergusson Founda- and the shelter,” she said. mandated by the court, been • One Sunday a year, the subject not often talked about. tion offers. “Amid the Sunday singing and given an ultimatum by their sermon could be to discuss the And it creates a culture within • We need to be part of the sweet Sunday smiles, there partner or are pressed by their sin of abuse and how to seek the church of wanting to help. the solution: condemn acts of are secrets, often whispered, pastor. help. • Fewer clergy report violence, lobby government often disclosed one woman to “Research shows that men • Support the local shelter working with the abused and and be ready at the community another.” referred by clergy are more with donations. Invite the staff abuser. That might not mean level to respond,” she said. likely to successfully complete to speak at a church function. there is less prevalence; rather Nancy Stevens, chair of the IMPEDIMENTS the course than those who Ask them about their work. it could mean victims are seek- Mission and Outreach team of Despite what some might be- were court-mandated,” she • Discuss violence in pre- ing help elsewhere. the diocese, thanked Nancy for lieve, violence against women said. marital counselling classes. • In seminary training, she shining a light on such a heavy exists in every country and “When religious leaders • Discuss violence in youth found few students had visited knows no boundaries. It affects are able to walk alongside the group. a shelter or knew how to refer. Forum continued on page 11

“SHARING HOPE & HELP” MARCH 2021 MARCH 2021 THE NEW BRUNSWICK ANGLICAN / 11 W H A T H A V E W E L E A R N E D ?

What have we learned during the pandemic?

Hearing prophet Without resorting to any While the voices of the temptation at being self-righ- Mosaic Law and the prophets and messiah: What teous or judgemental, can we speak of a need of renewal in is God saying to us pronounce the message that the inner life, there is another through COVID-19? maybe God is trying to draw voice by which a balance is people to a place of repen- struck. tance, dependence on Him and Our Messiah came with a BY KEITH OSBORNE a casting aside of the idols and message of love, forgiveness self-centredness which have and a vision of what grace can n so many areas of our gripped our society? do in the inner life. Then the lives, whether it be person- Can the pandemic be seen voice changes to something al, public or political, we as as a moral corrective to bring like this: Ihumans seem to find it hard people to the core of their es- “I understand all you are to maintain a balance when AARON-BURDEN/UNSPLASH.COM sence? suffering through the present it comes to opinion, action or Can it induce reflection on time, so let’s see where we can belief. their inner lives and their need go from here. Let me show To answer the above ques- for God, or more specifically, you the difference my love and tion, at least as best as we may, prophets spoke with vision and the faithful, yet to be in a place for the reality of the cross and strength can make in your life. is no exception. clarity when they denounced of faith and grace is to enjoy resurrection to lead to conver- “Let’s talk about your What a beautiful synthesis the sins of the people, their a particular sense of being sion and transformation? present feelings and circum- or balance of thought can be failure to hear and to act in blessed which is simply lacking Would He deem to wound stances; cast your burden on produced in our contemplation regard to the Covenant. for those who reject and walk us in such a way and allow me. Together we will walk the in order to give us strength We believe that God is not their own self-fabricated path. such loneliness and stress in path through orange or red, or and inspiration through this the author of evil and misfor- Can we hear the voice of people’s lives to achieve such a whatever the situation may be.” very difficult time. tune, of suffering and death. the prophets in our present thing? So may we walk in the May I then suggest a bal- Yet it is also clear that when situation with the pandemic It seems to me that the level balance and hold the tension ance, which I feel fairly por- an individual or a nation re- hanging over our heads as it of intransigence in people’s between the two voices as we trays how God may be speak- moves themselves from a place progresses on its world-wide hearts is so great that God has lament, but also rejoice in the ing to HIs people through this of obedience, faith and bless- devastation? to use more extreme measures abundant life our God offers time when so many of us are ing by means of sin, then there The voice of Deuteronomy in order to get our attention. all who trust in Him. experiencing stress, frustra- are unavoidable consequences also pronounces distinct bless- Is it not all done out of The Ven. Keith Osborne is tion, loneliness and even connected with that shift in ing on those who follow the love? He accepts us as we are archdeacon of Saint John. He death. lifestyle. path, and a different outcome but because He loves us, is not minsters to in-care seniors in First of all, the Hebrew Bad things do happen to for those who don’t. willing to leave us as we are. the city.

counselling pastor deals with it while other pastors wash their hands of it. But the senior, Holy hush most revered pastors must speak out. “I’ve heard from female pastors that nearby male pas- Forum continued from page 10 e-Learning” — (https://www. tors refer women to her. It’s theraveproject.org/) which has better to take a day of training. topic. multiple resources for church- Everybody should be able to This webinar was recorded es and abused women, includ- say abuse is wrong.” and is available for view- ing scriptures and sermons. • Is there more intimate ing at this address: https:// The Rave Project is a program partner violence within Is-

nb.anglican.ca/news/record- of the Muriel McQueen Fer- MCKNIGHT PHOTO lam? Catherine Holtmann, di- ing-shattering-the-holy-hush gusson Centre. rector of the MMFC, answered • Is there any research on This screen shot shows the title of the webinar by Dr. Nancy this question: Q & A what is age appropriate for Nason-Clark. There exists a stereotype in • Is there more abuse among kids? It’s always appropriate the West that Muslim families faith communities? No, but to say ‘it’s not right to hurt are more violent than other re- religious leaders often believe people.’ With teenagers it’s re- not. Everyone must be held curriculum, it’s not dealt with. ligious families. It was perpet- it is less prevalent in faith com- ally important to begin talking accountable. Religious leaders One lecture in three years is uated after 9-11. But we simply munities. There is no differ- about this. Youth leaders are can model what it looks like to not enough. We advocate every don’t have evidence of this. ence. always looking for content. be a healthy family. course have at least one lecture Nancy noted that the con- However, the trajectory You can talk about cell • Are there denominations using the course context to cept of the suffering servant afterwards is different: the phones, stalking. Start with a or sects that do better or deal with intimate partner is one some abused women woman is less likely to leave, local context: how can we bet- worse at training their stu- violence. Acadia University is identify with. less likely to seek help outside ter prepare our youth. dents or people? It used to be very good at this. “They turn a blind eye, the church. • Is it true that the top three that the more liberal churches • Are different church thinking somehow they’ll • Is there a kit for churches career choices of abusers are believed they did not have a models better able to deal receive their reward in the to respond to intimate part- police officer, soldier and problem, thinking it was ‘those with this topic? Some large hereafter if they allow them- ner violence? Not as such, clergy? I’ve read that too. I’ve other ones,’ but that is less so churches have a minor female selves to be a doormat. God but start with the Rave proj- met many clergy who were abu- now. pastor. People are told, ‘go is interested in the safety and ect —“Religion and Violence sive and met many who were Until it’s incorporated into see her for the bad stuff.’ The wellbeing of the whole person.”

“SHARING HOPE & HELP” 12 / THE NEW BRUNSWICK ANGLICAN MARCH 2021 A R O U N D T H E D I O C E S E

Farewell parish news

The Ven. Rod Black and Susan Black received a beautiful homemade quilt as a gift from the Parish of Richmond upon Rod’s retirement. Wardens and quilt maker Judy Clark were present for the Dec. 27 presentation. Left to right: Ernest Clarke (warden), Rod, Susan, Pat Margison (warden), Andy Bell (chapel warden).

SUBMITTED PHOTOS Baptism

Sunday, Dec. 27 saw the baptism of Amaya Lynn Smith in the Parish of Wicklow Wilmot Peel and Aberdeen. The photo shows her, her family and her priest, from left: Kyle Smith, Septembyr Smith, Jennifer Paterson, baby Amaya Lynn, Darrell (DJ) Paterson and the Rev. Bob LeBlanc.

Red Phase When the Fredericton health zone was recently placed in the Red phase, the Monday Morning Outreach program at Christ Church Cathedral had to be scaled back even further. Gift cards for local supermarkets or city bus tickets were handed out on Monday, Jan. 25, outside Cathedral Memorial Hall in -8C weather (-17C with the wind chill). We had 43 guests visit throughout a two-hour period so few people were gathered at one time, and physical distancing was adhered to. However, the usual goodie bags with fresh fruit, cheese, homemade muffins and cookies were not allowed, nor could any clothing or toiletries be provided. Disposable masks were offered as well as a juice box with a pre-Valentine treat of candies and a granola bar. The Outreach Committee hopes that a more normal distribution will be possible for the coming months, but will follow the pandemic restrictions in place at that time.

MISSION IN MOTION: community

“SHARING HOPE & HELP” MARCH 2021 MARCH 2021 THE NEW BRUNSWICK ANGLICAN / 13 D I O C E S E O F H O

Great news! Ho Mobile Clinic project moves forward

BY ROBERT GRIFFIN MISSION IN MOTION: international Monday, Feb. 8, the Diocese of Fredericton received word that the Ho Mobile Medical Clinic Project received a significant grant from the Rotary Founda- tion. The Rotary Club of Grand Manan had applied last June for a grant to match the $50,000 USD contributed by Rotary District 7810, New Brunswick and Northern Maine, and a 50 per cent match to the funds raised by harsh conditions of the roads cedure tents. Minor surgeries Canadian hospital labs. choose “Diocese of Ho Mobile the Rotary Club of Grand in the Volta and Oti regions, and procedures will be carried About $25,000 still needs Medical Clinic” from the drop- Manan and the Diocese of and a significant number of out by the medical team that to be raised for the project. down menu under the words Fredericton. The diocese and pieces of medical equipment. will accompany the mobile Donations may be sent to the “General Funds.” Rotary are partners in this The mobile clinic will oper- clinic. Diocese of Fredericton, at 168 To learn more about the project. ate as a field hospital, similar The clinic itself will act as Church Street, Fredericton, NB background of this project, The total budget of the to mobile army hospitals. The a medical lab, with blood and E3B 4C9. visit https://nb.anglican.ca/nb- project, of over $265,000 Ca- vehicle will carry tents on its urine analysis units, lab grade You can also donate online: anglican/issues. Choose March nadian, will purchase a mobile roof, which will be deployed as microscopes, and other instru- https://nb.anglican.ca/ . Click 2020 from the list and find the clinic vehicle, suitable for the examination rooms, and pro- ments that would be found in on donate (upper right). Then story on page 8.

“SHARING HOPE & HELP” 14 / THE NEW BRUNSWICK ANGLICAN MARCH 2021 T H E A R U S H A C A L L

The Arusha Call to Discipleship How do you cross the religious divide? Start with friendship

The World Council of Church- after the next, and Mandy had es’ Conference on World Mis- been trying to keep up with sion and Evangelism met in the curriculum for the girls. CAROLYN V ON UNSPLASH Arusha, Tanzania, in March Thankfully, this frantic pace 2018. From this meeting the was beginning to subside. more than 1,000 participants, More and more we were relax- who were all regularly engaged ing into our environment and The text of the Arusha Call: in mission and evangelism, venturing out into the neigh- issued the Arusha Call to Dis- borhood. As disciples of Jesus Christ, both individually and collectively: cipleship. Standing at the counter, I • We are called by our baptism to transforming discipleship: a Christ-connected way At our own national church found myself tuning in to the of life in a world where many face despair, rejection, loneliness, and worthlessness. General Synod in 2019, resolu- call to prayer, surprised that it • We are called to worship the one Triune God—the God of justice, love, and grace—at tion A-129 was passed that had become so familiar. a time when many worship the false god of the market system (Luke 16:13). we affirm the Arusha Call; In the early days, the reso- • We are called to proclaim the good news of Jesus Christ—the fullness of life, the encourage bodies within the nant cry of the mwadhini had repentance and forgiveness of sin, and the promise of eternal life—in word and deed, General Synod to integrate this felt so strange and new, but in a violent world where many are sacrificed to the idols of death (Jeremiah 32:35) and call into the guiding principles somewhere along the line this where many have not yet heard the gospel. of baptismal living for the had just become part of our • We are called to joyfully engage in the ways of the Holy Spirit, who empowers people shaping of national ministries; daily routine. from the margins with agency, in the search for justice and dignity (Acts 1:8; 4:31). and commend the Arusha Call Looking out on the com- • We are called to discern the word of God in a world that communicates many contra- to dioceses for study and inclu- pound through the tattered dictory, false, and confusing messages. sion in their considerations screen, I was suddenly caught • We are called to care for God’s creation, and to be in solidarity with nations severely of evangelism, witness and by an uncomfortable question: affected by climate change in the face of a ruthless human-centered exploitation of the discipleship. “How is it that we’ve been here environment for consumerism and greed. For one year, Spiritual this long, and I haven’t met any • We are called as disciples to belong together in just and inclusive communities, in Development Team members of my Muslim neighbors?” our quest for unity and on our ecumenical journey, in a world that is based upon mar- and others will offer reflections This is one of those ques- ginalization and exclusion. in the New Brunswick Anglican tions that sets you on a new • We are called to be faithful witnesses of God’s transforming love in dialogue with on the 12 points within this call. path. people of other faiths in a world where the politicization of religious identities often This is Call # 8, written by Sean Fixing myself a coffee, I causes conflict. Davidson. wondered how someone like • We are called to be formed as servant leaders who demonstrate the way of Christ in a me — a mzungu and follower world that privileges power, wealth, and the culture of money (Luke 22:25-27). t was 5 a.m. on the 5th of of Isa (Jesus) —reaches out • We are called to break down walls and seek justice with people who are dispossessed March, 2012. I woke in the to others in a place like this. and displaced from their lands—including migrants, refugees and asylum seekers— dark. The air was heavy and It began as a thought experi- and to resist new frontiers and borders that separate and kill (Isaiah 58:6-8). Istill. The call to prayer sounded ment. How do you cross the • We are called to follow the way of the cross, which challenges elitism, privilege, per- out from the local mosque. religious and cultural lines sonal and structural power (Luke 9:23). I swung my legs over the without causing offense? And • We are called to live in the light of the resurrection, which offers hope-filled possi- side of the bed and parted the ultimately to what end? bilities for transformation. mosquito netting. There was I wasn’t sure I knew the This is a call to transforming discipleship. This is not a call that we can answer in our a faint glow in the east. It was answers. But the more I gave own strength, so the call becomes, in the end, a call to prayer: going to be a hot one. myself to the experiment, Loving God, we thank you for the gift of life in all its diversity and beauty. Lord Jesus Christ, For more than nine months, the more I realized that I was crucified and risen, we praise you that you came to find the lost, to free the oppressed, to heal our family had been living walking myself into a plan of the sick, and to convert the self-centred. Holy Spirit, we rejoice that you breathe in the life of at Amani Acre, a mission action. the world and are poured out into our hearts. As we live in the Spirit, may we also walk in the guesthouse in the suburb com- What’s preventing me from Spirit. Grant us faith and courage to deny ourselves, take up our cross and follow Jesus: becom- munity of Likoni, just south of simply knocking on the door ing pilgrims of justice and peace in our time. For the blessing of your people, the sustaining of Mombasa city. at the mosque? I could request the earth, and the glory of your name. Through Christ our Lord, Amen. I had been serving as the in- a conversation with the Imam. terim manager, while my wife, And maybe ask for some in- Mandy, homeschooled our two struction on Islam. daughters, Brooklyn and Rosie. “No harm in that,” I window opened and I tried to Eventually the Imam came “Good question,” I thought. We had come to Kenya for thought. explain why I had come in a in carrying two ice cold sodas. “I suppose there are these a year — mostly for a new So this is what I decided to stumbling hybrid of English Offering me one, he sat on negative stereotypes of Islam adventure, but also to learn do. And I’m so glad I did. and Swahili. the ground across from me. where I’m from… Something about Christian mission in an When I showed up the first “I’m a follower of Isa,” I said, We looked at each other and tells me they can’t be true. Can entirely different part of the day, I felt nervous. The mosque “but I would like to learn about smiled. I explained a second you share your experience with world. was surrounded by high walls, Islam. Could I speak with the time why I had come. me?” As I wandered down the barbed wire and surveillance Imam?” “I’ve read books on Islam We talked for hours, back hallway to the kitchen, I began cameras. I starting having sec- After a brief interrogation, and some of the Quran, but and forth, as if the day would reflecting on our time thus far. ond thoughts. Was this wise? I was welcomed into the outer I’d like to learn firsthand in a last forever. The Imam in- It hadn’t been easy. I had been Taking a deep breath, I court and then into an office more personal way.” structed me on all the basics working hard from the day we knocked on the steel door at area where I sat on the floor to The Imam asked why that Arusha continued on page 16 arrived, tackling one problem the entrance. A little sliding wait. was important to me.

“SHARING HOPE & HELP” MARCH 2021 MARCH 2021 THE NEW BRUNSWICK ANGLICAN / 15 M U S I C C O M M E N T A R Y

Cochren and Co. show hope with first album

iano-based acts were “tinge” (musically and scrip- openers for many Christian all the rage in the turally!) to the song’s message: record label acts, and are 1980s. Just think of Billy Jesus Is Risen; that is our sure seasoned performers. The next PJoel, Elton John, Bruce Horn- and certain hope. album, I believe, has to stretch sby, and even Ray Charles. “One Day” falls into the them more than this has. Partially due to the advent slower, more reflective cat- Longer songs, with different of Grunge and other genres egory, as does the final track sections, words that dig deeper in the early 1990s, piano-led on the album, “Grave.” Other into the ideas they present, and groups seemed to have lost songs provide enough variety music that “goes somewhere,” much of their “musical space” to keep things from getting too that doesn’t stay in the same in the grand scheme of things. planted in the pop environ- monotonous. four-bar repeating chord pat- It is therefore a little odd ment, with fairly straight-for- I said above that this is an tern, are all a must. (and yet also refreshing!) that ward songwriting and musical easy, comfortable album to This album is good, but Michael Cochren burst onto construction. listen to. That’s true, but it’s another album of the same the scene in late 2018 with two It is very radio-friendly. No both good and not good. For music would likely find some hit singles that featured his song on the album is more melodies is not large. This is a debut album, the good is listeners moving on to other strong piano chops, gospel- than 3.5 minutes (OK, Stained a comfortable, easy album to that the listener can easily find groups. You can only listen to tinged song writing, and Glass Window is 3:39, but it listen to. something to connect with. the same music so much. strong faith in God. has a fade-out!). The songs themselves vary a However, easy and comfort- I hope they grow musi- Now a full-length album, A major mistake would bit, particularly in tempo and able does not always mean cally in the next album. I’ll be entitled, Don’t Lose Hope is have been songs that com- atmosphere. “Church (Take interesting or memorable. watching to see what happens. available. Read on, dear reader, prised only piano, drums, bass, Me Back)” was first released I found myself, after a few For now, Don’t Lose Hope is for a description of a fresh and a bit of guitar. The album as a single back in 2018, but listens through this whole a good album, and certainly sound in the Christian popular would lose interest in a hurry. is here reworked a bit, and album, still not being able to worth having around to listen music soundscape! Thankfully, the musical really draws out the gospel remember the melodies and to. There’s great music there! Cochren and Co., the name palette is much more varied. A flavour of the lyrics. The steady words to many songs, having Michael Cochren and his band horn line shows up in several mid-speed tempo has likely to remind myself of them by go by, can sound so familiar tunes, as do back-up choirs got many feet tapping over its playing them yet again (no, it’s in some ways, yet completely and string sections. time. not old age, as my kids would The Rev. Chris Hayes is a original in others. It’s hard to Michael has a strong “He’s Not Here” has a say if they read this!). musician as well as a priest pin down. voice, though it is not chal- similar vibe, with the back-up The band has been together serving in the Parish of The sound is strongly lenged much. The range of the choir adding even more gospel for years, having toured as Salisbury and Havelock.

Episcopal Announcements

The Rev. Steven Scribner’s The appointment of the Rev. term as regional dean of the Wendy Amos-Binks as incum- Deanery of Saint John has bent in the Parish of St. James been renewed for a three-year in Moncton has been extended Rosa Macaulay, Mothers’ Union member, term, to Jan. 31, 2024. by six months to July 31. Christ Church Cathedral

Favourite book of the Bible - Exodus Birthplace - San Antonio, Táchira state, Venezuela What you love most about God – Forgiveness Favourite place on Earth - Grand Manan Island Farthest you’ve been from home - Venezuela (from Fredericton) Favourite meal or dessert - Ice cream Biggest fear – Venezuelan family going without basic needs Hidden talent – Remembering details about dreams Favourite movie or book – Crime and Punishment, by Fyodor Dos- toevsky Your hobby – Ballroom dancing Three things always in your fridge – White wine, feta cheese, fruit Favourite sports team - Toronto Blue Jays

“SHARING HOPE & HELP” 16 / THE NEW BRUNSWICK ANGLICAN MARCH 2021 T H E A R U S H A C A L L

The Arusha Call to UPCOMING EVENTS IN THE DIOCESE Discipleship How do you cross the religious divide? Start with friendship

# 8: We are called to be faithful witnesses of God’s transforming love in dialogue with people of other faiths in a world where the politicization of religious identities often causes conflict.

Arusha continued from page 14 “but it seems that we’re always searching after him. Is there of Islam and he helped me to any sense in which he comes appreciate the kind of rigor- searching for us?” ous discipline expected of a The Imam leaned against Muslim. the wall and looked to the He also stressed relationship ceiling. He thought for a long with Allah, which I found sur- time. prising. Not personal relation- “No,” he said. “But if he was ship exactly, but something to come searching for us, it more like a marriage. The might be something like this.” Imam took his time and spoke Suddenly he was off script gently, though forthrightly. and imagining his way into an We laughed together at answer to my question. points, especially when I made “You remember the first mistakes with my wording. day you came here?” I nodded. When it was time to go, all my “Let’s say you walked across nervousness had disappeared. the courtyard and fell, hurting Lent Online at: www.billhockin.ca Over the coming weeks, I yourself. And I came running returned to visit the Imam a to you to help you up, and I 2021 Lent Series with Bishop Bill Hockin and Friends few more times. Each time I gave you a hug … Maybe it was welcomed warmly at the would be like that.” gate, and the Imam would We looked at each other. My meet me halfway across the friend welled up with tears. I’ll outer court. We would walk never forget that moment. together to his office and share How are we to witness to a soda. God’s transforming love in One time I brought brown- dialogue with people of other ies that Mandy had made. I faiths? wasn’t sure if that was break- It might be easier than we HOPE ing the rules, but the Imam think. Of course, as Chris- seemed genuinely grateful. tians, we want to help people He had never had a brownie understand the distinctiveness FOR before. of Christian faith. It’s part of We talked more about Islam our calling. in our visits but we also found But we can begin with HARD ourselves on fun rabbit trails, listening and genuine curios- broadening our discussion to ity. And we can carry on with life and family. Somewhere questions and humble gestures TIMES along the way we became in growing friendship. friends. Too often we leap ahead to Near the end of April, I explain or prove or defend, heard that the Imam would be typically in a spirit of fear and Online 12:00 - 1:00 pm. at: www.billhockin.ca leaving Mombasa to serve in a anxiety. mosque north of the city. We And just as often we miss Music by Alice Boyd & Friends Monday, March 8 decided to get together one last too much of what the Spirit is time. It was the same as always. already doing in people’s lives Speakers: The Power of Lies Matthew 4 A friendly greeting, cold sodas, — including our own. These Bishop Bill Hockin, Christ Church (Parish Church) Monday, March 15 good conversation. are a few things I learned with Fredericton We spent the afternoon my friend in Mombasa. Good News for Losers and Do-Gooders Matthew 5 together going back and forth God help us to be listeners Dr. Barry Craig, Principal, as always. This time I had a and learners with freedom to Huron University College, London, Ontario Monday, March 22 question for the Imam that I explore alongside others and Where is God Taking Us? John 1 had wanted to ask for weeks to point to Jesus rather than Canon Albert Snelgrove, Holy but wasn’t sure how. I finally ourselves. Amen. Trinity Church, New Maryland found the words. The Rev. Dr. Sean Davidson is Monday, March 29 “You’ve spoken of Allah’s rector of the Parishes of Water- All Welcome Our Gethsemane Moment Luke 22: 42 mercy many times,” I began, ford and St. Mark.

“SHARING HOPE & HELP”