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EDITOR IN CHIEF MANAGING EDITOR LAYOUT EDITOR Brandon Richardson Justin Olthof Andrew Tosland [email protected] [email protected] [email protected]

Reporter DIGITAL EDITOR GRAPHICS EDITOR Laura Heming Jordan Bokma Bryn Johnston [email protected] [email protected] [email protected]

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Brandon Richardson When faced with something new - a change – that brings chal- lenges we stand at the crossroads In this issue of The Crown we of a decision. At these crossroads focus on “Getting the Most out we have a choice that coincides of Your Year.” At The Crown, we with perspective; we can ei- know what it is like to set out ther stay the course dwelling on afresh. Sometimes starting out those negative things that create new can be discouraging and a growth of dissatisfaction in us even frustrating. It can cause us or look to the positive and more to question our decision to get rewarding aspects of the circum- involved with the new chapter in stance at hand. our lives and perhaps even cause us to resent some aspects of our Think Different, Apple’s motto, situation. can speak a lot to this issue of choice, and for us it would mean The Crown is not a stranger to not taking the easy route, the these feelings that come with new negative route, the route that is beginnings; most of The Crown amplified so often in our culture. this year is comprised of new Thinking different in many ways, members and along with learning is something Christ has exempli- our new positions we stayed up fied for us; “a new way to be hu- until 1 a.m. last night putting the man.” At The Crown we are excit- final touches on this paper. Many ed to unroll some new initiatives of us were pushed to the edge and later this year but this will require probably questioning whether this us to push past the challenges we stress would continue throughout have already faced. As we focus the year. With computers freezing, on excellence and innovation we production expectations bombing choose to run past the hurdles and new skills being developed, that have already crept up on us. it would be silly to ignore the fact Think different this year, choose Laura Heming that The Crown has been faced to see things from a different light REporter with its first challenge of the year. as you begin your semester, it will most certainly help you as you It would be equally as silly to carry on in this season that God She is the smiling face walking down the hall, chipper and genuine. She is humble and ready to talk with only focus on the challenges we has called you to. anyone. She is empathetic, and has the greatest heart for people, specifically the Redeemer campus. Laura have faced thus far. With a host Carmichael is Redeemer’s Residence Director, and one of the friendliest women you will ever meet. She is of new employees, The Crown has As our gift to you we have at- willing to help anyone at the drop of a hat. When you are having a bad day she is ready to put aside her own seen its greatest surge of creativ- tempted to tailor this issue of The plans to talk with you ity in a long time and anticipation Crown in a way that will help you looms within our tiny office as we get off to a good start this year at She makes great cookies, and always has cupboard full of tea, which speaks to her hospitality. Laura cares look ahead to the coming year. We Redeemer. about her RA’s as people as well as RA’s in their job. She’s wise and invests in people fully. Her humble at- have plans to unroll a host of new titude and constant smile can light up any room. She is witty and wise and is genuine in spirit formats for The Crown as we try to God bless. serve the Redeemer Community RLF, Luke McKee said, “Laura Carmichael’s selfless attitude has been reflected clearly in the on campus better. We are also attempting to community. Her tireless efforts for this community are inspiring and have made an incredible impact. Laura create more cohesiveness within is a true hero in that she has dedicated herself to serving others and helping people draw closer in their rela- each issue of The Crown to foster tionship with Christ. a more enjoyable read for you the reader. With more ideas likes this Thank you Laura for your investment in the Redeemer community, and putting your whole heart into ev- we have a lot to be excited for. erything you do here. The campus wouldn’t be the same without your innovative ideas and heart for genuine community. You are deeply appreciated here.

(Early Church History) “There are two EVER distinct words in Greek that read ‘tradition’ and ‘teaching’. You would have to be high on vodka not to notice the difference.” -Professor Peyton p-ROFL “There must be something written on my forehead that says, ‘Hi, I’m a therapist. Come talk to me.” -Professor Irwin “Everyone has the right to learn something, except for Christians. We should know this stuff. It should be dyed into our bones.” -Professor Bates Quotes “I can take some liberties because I am retired; I’ve passed my best before date.” -Professor Vriend “We are basically going to get pregnant and give birth in one class.” -Professor Irwin

“Now who of you has ever murdered someone? Oh! Ah! Why is my hand up?!” - Professor Koyzis

4 ▪ LOCAL & CAMPUS TheCrown.ca ▪| aprilSeptember 2013 2013 Proving the Existence of God: Apologetics Club

Apologetics is not something for Now, once you have your object, stand in a very strong position in PJ Buys some Christians only, but for all Now, with that being said, I you pose this. Did the object create showing how God actually exists, believers. If we want to be faith- will give you one very easy and itself, or have something or some- and that there is something that ful in our attempt to reach out to a simple “proof” for God’s existence one else that created it? Now, the created everything. lost world, we will naturally come that you can use anywhere at any obvious and clear answer is that As the leader and founder of the against opposition. The Apologet- time; no matter where you find everything around you, whether it Step 1. Is the hockey puck self Redeemer Christian Apologetics ics club is not a club where the yourself. To begin, consider this is a ball, or a cup, did not create created or caused? Club, my hope and goal in starting ‘smart’ kids go, but for the aver- situation. You are walking down itself, but was created/caused by this club was to spark an interest age Christian who struggles and the street, and you are repping a something else. Step 2. The hockey puck is not for evangelism and apologetics wrestles with tough questions. T-shirt that says “I LOVE JESUS” self created but caused. amongst the uninformed or un- Like how Jesus said Christianity on the front, or, perhaps a T-Shirt The hockey puck did not ran- aware members of the Redeemer is for the broken and sinful, and that has a Christian pick up line domly come into existence all of a Step 3. Is the universe self cre- community. I am not sure what not for the healthy and righteous on the front with a picture of Ryan sudden from nowhere. The hock- ated or caused? the general thought on campus is (Mark 2:17), the Apologetics club Gosling in the background. As you ey puck did not create itself, nor about the club, nor am I generally is made for those of us who don’t are walking, a person wearing a do chairs, trees, or anything else Step 4. The universe is not self concerned, but I wanted to clear know all the answers to tough shirt that says, “God doesn’t exist” around you. Throw that undeni- created but caused. something up before I launch questions. comes up to you and says, “you’re able fact out there first. Then, go into the material. I have come to a Christian? That is stupid. God to step two. It is quite difficult to Step5. The universe has a cause, see at Redeemer that the term If you want to live for Christ doesn’t even exist!” After insult- deny that a hockey puck is a creat- which we call God. ‘Apologetics’ is a big word that you will be challenged, and even ing your cool T-shirt, the atheist ed object. Continue the same logic tends to scare a lot of people away persecuted. Being a good and in- demands one simple reason why through, but, in this instance, Step 6. Therefore, God exists. right from the get go. I have heard formed apologist will help you you think God exists. You are on consider the entire universe. In people say; “I am not a philosophy through the challenges, persecu- the spot, in the street, and you the same way that the hockey In order for them to deny your major, or a thinker, and I am not tion, and even suffering. Quickly, don’t know what to do. Here is a puck was created by something conclusion on step 6, they need good with that stuff. I don’t think I I will share this. My background simple answer that you can give or someone else and did not come to deny and refute your point on should go; it isn’t my thing.” and home life is very different that is easy to remember, and is into existence on its own, the uni- steps 1 and 2, which will be very than Redeemer. The hockey rink more than just “because the Bible verse did not come into existence difficult for them to do. So, there is To quickly explain, apologetics that I grew up in was very an- says so.” The proof is based on on its own either, but required your simple demonstration. Like is nothing more than giving a de- tagonistic towards Christianity this syllogism. something or someone to create it. all things that you want to do well fence of the Christian faith using or God in general. The street can You see, the universe is very big, in, you need practise. This is the logic, reason, and/or experience. also be a tough place to witness. 1) Everything that begins to ex- and very complicated. The uni- same for apologetics. The more Apologetics is demonstrating There has been many times where ist has a cause. verse is much more complicated you practice the better you get. the truth of Christianity and the I have been surrounded by gang than a hockey puck. So, based on So, by using simple logic, a bit of personal God’s existence to non- members or hockey players that 2) The universe began to exist. your original simple point that a boldness, and some practice, you believers. There are many search- are ten times stronger than me, hockey puck does not create itself, can effectively prove the existence ing people who have tough ques- and the pressure was on in terms 3) Therefore, the universe has a but comes from something else, of God on the street or at home. At tions or personal struggles on how of tough questions and tension. cause. the universe as well did not create the end of the scenario, the athe- they can actually know that there But, you know what helped me itself, but required something or ist should take off their ‘God does is a God who loves them. When out and continues to help me out Now, don’t worry about re- someone who created it. In order not exist’ T-shirt, and join you in people have tough questions like, tremendously every day when I membering this syllogism. It is for the person posing the question wearing a fresh new “I love Jesus” ‘Why is there so much suffering come across situations like this? too difficult, you will forget it, and to you to refute your logic on the T-shirt as you both walk hand in in the world?’ or “hasn’t science Apologetics! It is a God honouring nobody will really care either. So second argument about the uni- hand off to the nearest church. Or, disproven the existence of God?” pursuit. Apologetics will give you here is what you do. If you want to verse, he/she must deny the logic if that doesn’t happen, they might apologetics is the word used to respect so that people will know give a simple argument for God’s about your first reference, which be a bit more receptive and inter- describe the possible answers you you aren’t just a Christian because existence, try this. First, get a sim- is your simple object. Unless that ested about what you have to say would give to a non-believer. We you “feel” like it is right, and you ple object around you, or point person can somehow demonstrate when you then come in with the are all apologists to some extent will be able to deliver the gospel out an object within your sight. I to you that it is logical to assume gospel. That is more likely. (or, at least we all should be). across with the added power of usually go with something that I that objects like chairs, balls, or reason behind you. am familiar with; a hockey puck. pucks can create themselves, you

A Welcome From Senate

Hello there! My the floor and taken out part of the second floor, as well as Danica Thomsen name is Danica Thom- added new windows, thanks to a generous donation from sen and I am the Stu- the Board of Governors. My hope is that the Rec Centre Student Senate dent Senate President this year will become a much more utilized venue for many President this year. I hope you activities at Redeemer, and that it would be an enjoyable are having a fantastic and efficient space for all students. first month of the aca- demic year, and that My vision for Student Senate this year is that we would you have a handle on things already, whether you are a new be active and enthusiastic servants to the student body, be- or returning student. ing the hands and feet of Christ to you. We are here to make sure you have a lot of fun and spiritual nourishment this For those of you that don’t know, Student Senate is Re- year, as well address any concerns you might have. I hope deemer’s student government organization. We are com- that you will be blessed by the events that we put on as well prised of thirteen students, and act as a connection between as the decisions that we make throughout the year. We are students and administration and provide funding for a va- all approachable and here to help, and I can definitely say riety of clubs and activities, as well as handle the contract myself that if you have a concern, suggestion, or just need a with the Redeemer bus system. Our vision is to glorify God listening ear, a high five, or even a hug, you can always ap- through all of our actions, seeking to advance His kingdom proach me in the halls and I will be happy to oblige! I want and to promote a spirit of service within the student body. you to know that were care about you personally as well as If you want to know more about us, check us out at www. in an official capacity. redeemer.ca/senate or at facebook.com/RUCStudentSen- ate, or come check out our weekly meetings every Tuesday As you transition into this new year, whether you are in at 10pm in room 210! your first year or fifth year, I pray that we as Senate will be able to serve you well. Thank you for the opportunity to be This past year, Senate has been working hard on a spe- your voice this year! cial project, renovating the Recreation Centre! I am very excited to say it was done in my time at Redeemer, because I was told it might not be. If you haven’t been in there yet, I would encourage you to go take a look. We have made some changes to the carpet and paint, as well as leveled out ▪ 5 NEWS TheCrown.ca ▪| april September 2013 2013 Sighing No More?

Laura Heming Mumford and Sons have decided to take a long-winded break from Reporter the band. They announced their band hiatus in Kansas, at the end of their world tour- the tour that had made a stop in Simcoe at the end of August.

The band has no current plans of resuming any time soon- understandable considering the dramatic year that they have undergone with multiple Grammy awards and bassist Ted Dwane’s emergency brain surgery in June.

From their quick success since 2009 with the release of their first full album Sigh No More, the London band has had little time to take a significant break from touring and recording. Having been used to per- forming in small venues in the UK, adjusting to venues has taken a lot out of them. In a recent interview with Rolling Stone Magazine, Dwane explains this further.

“These shows take a bit more out of us. We have responsibility to be in better form. We can’t be dropping the set every 20 minutes because Marcus has tired legs.”

The ability to be full of energy and ready to engage a crowd of thousands of die-hard fans is an impressive skill that undoubtedly will drain a group. Dwane goes on to explain hopes for the time off.

“I don’t think we’ve had actually much time in the process to be with other people and living a life out- side of the band. I think that’s what’s in place at the moment, to do very little – especially when it comes to Mumford & Sons.”

It looks as though the band will be backing away for a while, and taking some time for personal lives, which is a very healthy for both them as a band and for fans. This will certainly allow for the novelty of our favorite indie folk band to not wear off. In the meantime, fans eagerly will await their return as they take time to recuperate, gain some creative inspiration, and spend time doing real people things. We will be here when you’re ready. We will wait we will wait, for you Mumford and Sons.

Sub-Culture Celebration Super Crawl 2013

Laura Heming sights on the memorable list in- it’s culture through it’s many vin- Reporter clude a woman who had recre- tage shops and wide range of food ated knitted versions of drawings trucks, the event embodied a very Music Notes that children had made which was exclusive populace, leaving little Roads infested with thousands creative and seldom seen. Oth- room for celebrating the cultural of people; some artists and some ers include a working carousel diversity of the city. For a free This month, look out for these new album releases… who wish they were. Clipboards made entirely of shopping carts, event, there was an obvious lack from every which way shoved a life sized spider sculpture made of the global culture diversity that to eye level for the latest social · Said the Whale, hawaiii available September 17th from masking tape, and things on is most definitely present dur- justice mission. Tents on every the border line of art- a man cov- ing an average day’s walk down · Jack Johnson From Here to Now to You available September square inch of the pavement -a lo- ered from head to toe in sheets of James Street North or any other 17th cal venders dream weekend. Teen- paper, moving slowly down the busy street in the downtown core. agers and adults alike dressed up · Scott Orr, A Long Life available September 24th streets, peaking in art gallery win- Perhaps Hamilton may consider for this apparent hipster Hallow- dows with a flashlight. innovating the event by not solely · Kings of Leon, Mechanical Bull, available September 24th een. This was the scene of James celebrating one subculture, but Street North the weekend of Sep- · Justin Timberlake, The 20/20 Experience Part 2, available The music talk of the weekend rather incorporating the foods, tember 13th. September 30th included the much-anticipated the traditions and the reality of performances by Wintersleep on the dozens of other cultural tra- · Cage the Elephant, Melophobia, available October 8th For those with a lack of inter- Friday, who was able to draw a ditions into the festival to show · Paul McCartnery, New, available October 15th est in the art scene, Super Crawl is good number of fans. The real that it takes all kinds to make up an annual festival that takes place · The Avett Brothers, Magpie and The Dandelion, October buzz however was around Satur- the bizarre, cultural brilliance on Hamilton’s most rugged and 15th day’s three more familiar bands. of Hamilton. Despite all of this, debatably most popular street. It Said the Whale owned the main James Street was able to brilliant- is a time when the dozen coffee stage Saturday afternoon with ly draw in families, and even those and artistic paraphernalia shops Upcoming Concerts in Hamilton & Toronto… undeniable energy and lead sing- without the slightest care for art, are able to attract more than their ers who were able to captivate the and allow them to appreciate and regulars, and show off the beauty crowd with their dramatic deliver- experience a thriving sub culture · The City Harmonic with Eric Bandon and Jen Budd, Sep- of a city that many would con- ance of lyrics. Joel Plaskett, an ex- through an event that surely had tember 27th, Redeemer University College sider dirty. It’s a time of year for tremely talented CBC Radio artist made an impression. those whose roots are planted in · Hollerado, October 4th, The Casbah, Hamilton as always performed a tight and this rugged city to show off their soulful performance. The night · Brad Paisley, October 17th, Copps Coleseum, Hamilton gradual progression from the city ended with indie pop band Pas- of steel to the city that makes art · Born Ruffians, October 18th, Dundas Valley Montessori sion Pit coming all the way from out of it. School, Hamilton Massachusetts. These guys were probably to thank for the record- · Matt Mays, October 20th, The Pearl Company, Hamilton As years progress, it seems as breaking amount of people in though art begins to stretch it · Iron and Wine, September 28th, The Sound Academy, attendance that weekend. They boundaries. From somewhat tra- Toronto were able to end the weekend ditional things such as classic pot- with essentially hosting a street · Blitzen Trapper, October 5th, Lee’s, Toronto tery made by that lady who lived wide rave. · Frightened Rabbit, October 17th, Kool Haus, Toronto in a boathouse by the Canadian coast for most her life, to that guy · Noah and the Whale, October 19th, The Sound Academy, James Street North created who went to OCAD to study mod- Toronto a name for Hamilton, fluently ern art and decides to push the showing off its unique creative · Shad, October 19th, Opera House, Toronto envelope with a shocking display character, while also display- of the human condition. Super · The Head and the Heart, October 31, Danforth Music Hall, ing the day-to-day culture of the Crawl undoubtedly was a show- Toronto city to those who don’t have the case of these extremes with some chance to be apart of it. Despite mentionable pieces that were Super Crawl’s ability to show off bound to catch attention. Some 6 ▪ SPIRITUALITY & OPINIONS TheCrown.ca ▪| aprilSeptember 2013 2013 Chaplain’s Corner

“I am the vine; you are the out loud and weep with wonder Some of us have deep, clear ently coloured and shaped leaves branches. If you remain in me all at the same time. convictions; some of us doubt and many kinds of tasty fruit. and I in you, you will bear much often and are easily confused. Botanically, of course, this is fruit; apart from me you can do Devotional exercise? A zoo gives impossible. But in God’s kingdom nothing.” (John 15.5) me a window into the heart of Some of us came to know Jesus it’s just the normal way things God. He takes such delight in just very recently; others have known are. “Just as a body, though one, plain wacky variety! I can hear him for many years. has many parts, but all its many him in Genesis 1 overlooking all That means that on those days parts form one body, so it is with that he has created and declar- No matter what colour or shape when a voice tells me that I don’t Christ.” ( I Cor. 12.12) ing his “and it is very good” while our faith comes in, Scripture tells belong, I must declare to that laughing out loud with joy. us that “The Lord your God is voice, “get behind me, Satan.” I love zoos. As a matter of fact, I with you, he is might to save. He And on those days when I have find a visit to the zoo a devotional Do you ever picture God like will take great delight in you, he trouble accepting you because exercise. I love to stand quietly that? will quiet you with his love, he you are different than me, I and allow my eyes to drink in the will rejoice over you with singing” must pray, “forgive me, Lord, for most strangely shaped animals: And then I picture him respond- (Zeph. 3. 17). judging others by my standards Syd Hielema colourful birds, snakes that creep ing in the same way as he con- instead of loving them by yours.” me out, the funniest looking templates the incredible variety Jesus tells us that he is a vine penguins, well, I could go on and of people in the kingdom of God. and we are branches grafted into THE TREE OF LIFE: A on. Bizarre looking creatures like him. Try to picture this: imagine the leafy sea dragon (which seem Some of us are loud and bubbly; that Jesus has a thousand differ- to blur the line between plant and some of us are quiet ponderers. ent kinds of branches grafted into animal) make me want to laugh his vine, branches with differ- Students Speak: What is your Favourite Aspect of Redeemer?

Each month we ask students about an aspect of Redeemer. This month we asked: “What is your favourite aspect of Redeemer so far?” Congratulations to Rachel Buys who won this month’s $25 gift certificate:

Rachel Buys - Luke 12:34 says, “For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also.” Redeemer has become my home, for it is where my faith soared, I discovered more of who I am, and where my hearts lies because of the amazing people. Classes, library binges, power outages and all-nighter studies are so worth it and are even made into good memories at a place like Redeemz that I love so much.

Honourable mentions: Real Men Do Gillian Boult - My favorite thing about Redeemer is the closeness of students and Professors. I am able to get the help and attention that I need in order to succeed. Cry

to. He is the Savior and the King Laurent Koziak of Kings who knew how to shed Bethany Frieswick - My favourite thing at Redeemer so far is my dorm mate, Sarah Lim. She says funny a tear when someone was suffer- things like “totes” and “What’s up?!!!” in a hilarious voice. Sarah eats pizza for breakfast which is also awe- ing, as we should as well. You some. You’ve all heard the famous should not be concerned about quote; “You are not a real man if what other people think of you Kara Spoelstra - My favourite thing about Redeemer is that God is in everything here on campus. In the you cry”. This statement may be or be ashamed that you are tear- way professors talk to their students, how they teach,the way the custodians take the time to learn about one of the biggest lies ever propa- ing. Crying is a sign of sensitivity, their employees, to the way that students themselves treat each other. There is just so much of God’s love gated. This most famous man in compassion, and a caring nature. here on campus and I LOVE IT. history cried and we call Him our These are manly attributes. Do Saviour. You’re probably wonder- you want to be a better Christ- Rebeka Borshevsky - What attracted me into coming to Redeemer was the prospect of a Christian com- ing how I can make this state- like example and be different than munity. First year, it was amazing to go to school and feel like it was home; and now, in my second year, that ment. Well, it comes from a pretty most guys? This should carry on feeling has only intensified. I love how everyone treats Redeemer not just as a school to learn in, but a place reliable text that we Christians into your personal relationships. to really live--and I think those outside the school community notice that when they visit. claim to be the truth, that being the Holy Bible. We see this when You should go to see that ro- Allyson Reichelt - My favorite thing about Redeemer so far has been the chance to live in a Christian com- Jesus approaches Lazarus’s fam- mantic movie with your girlfriend munity where i’m surrounded by God’s love every day. Building friendships with people where we all have ily and begins to weep. What I’m or that man who writes her nice at least one thing in common is an amazing feeling. saying to most men who are read- letter telling her how great she ing this article is that you need to is and how thankful you are to

cry more. The manliest thing you have her in your life. Remember, can do when someone is suffering we are supposed to die for our and tearing is to tear with them. women. It says that specifically in Ephesians 5:25-27 “Husbands, On TV, we have often seen fa- love your wives, as Christ loved mous athletes cry either when the church and gave himself up they win the championship game for her.” More evidence is found or when they retire. Some of the in John 11:33-36 “When Jesus most famous athletes that we saw her weeping, and the Jews idolize and call manly have cried. who had come along with her also Now, by saying this I am not ad- weeping, he was deeply moved in vocating crying in every single in- spirit and troubled. “Where have stance or every moment however, you laid him?” he asked.“ Come I am saying there are times when and see, Lord,” they replied. Jesus it is appropriate to cry. Jesus is wept. Then the Jews said, “See the ultimate example we look up how he loved him!” ▪ 7 LAUNCH Olympics TheCrown.ca ▪| Sepapriltember 2013 2013 Best of Hamilton TheCrown.ca ▪| September 2013 Your student card can get you a lot more than a latte at Williams before night class. It can get you a lot more than into Communal on Wednes- days. It can actually take you to independent coffee shops with a window to the hustle and bustle of a big city. It can take you to mountain peaks to hang out by a bon fire, or to an outdoor skating rink to play some hockey with the boys. There is life outside of Meadowlands. Hamilton has more to offer you than Kelsey’s. Here are some cool things that card that stays in your wallet can take you when you want to get off campus and explore the city you courageously moved this fall.

2) Free fun things to do when the Rec center loses its novelty. 1) Places to celebrate your birthday, Waterfalls and Trails… celebrate the big win, or celebrate Watch the rushing waters, have philosophical chats, or watch the city the end of your exams. lights from above at these natural wonders. Webster’s Falls (99 Fallsview Road)

Tiffany Falls (Just off Wilson Street East)

Sherman Falls (Old Dundas Road)

Chedoke Falls (Scenic Drive)

The Hamilton Escarpment Art Gallery of Hamilton (123 King Street W)

Get in free to the second floor with your student card and see a variety of classical and modern art pieces. It’s a good trip for trying something different or allowing yourself to feel like you’re in Paris, France.

4) Churches to check out.

Bean Bar (1012 King Street West)

Bean Bar is a cool, dim lit, restaurant to go for an amazing selec- tion of desserts, full meals or just appetizers. It has a warm intimate atmosphere that is also very social, with the occasional live band, and diverse food and drink options.

Earth to Table: Bread Bar (258 Locke Street South)

Entering through a red curtain, this close quartered restaurant, not to be confused with Bean Bar will intrigue you with its creative menu items. It has excellent pizza, relatively cheap items, and is located on Locke Street so there will be lots to see after you’re done eating. Philpott Memorial Church (84 York Blvd)

Philpott is a church located in the heart of downtown Hamilton, dedi- cated to serving its downtown neighbors pastored by Lane Fusilier. 3) Coffee Shops… getting beyond They are a Baptist church that love and encourage the involvement of its members and is very personable and welcoming. The services are Starbucks. held Sundays at 9:30 and 11:15.

Hughson Street Baptist (47 Simcoe Street East) Radius (151 James Street South) Hughson Street Baptist is a passionate church dedicated to growing, This coffee shop and restaurant hybrid is a beautifully decorated, serving and sharing and is pastored by Dwayne Cline. It holds weekly spacious area to gaze at local artwork, while catching up with your old Thursday nigh bible studies for young adults and holds its services roommate under a chandelier. With significantly friendly baristas, and Sundays at 10 am a perfect view of bustling James Street South.

My Dog Joe (1020 King Street West)

This incredibly unique coffee shop is unforgettable with its bright col- ors and ‘mom’s kitchen’ vibe. My Dog Joe has a matchless drink menu and baked goods friendly towards those with specific food allergies. It is a very comfortable and cozy atmosphere, and located right by a movie theatre and Bean Bar for a whole evening of events. . Best of Hamilton TheCrown.ca ▪| September 2013

5) Places to Serve and Volunteer. 6) Places to Avoid.

Hess Street Clubs and Bars

You may think you’re going to a cozy classy pub, but will find yourself in a messy, classless street of trashy clubs. Even if you just want to go “dancing”, you will probably regret it, so just avoid it at all costs.

Springbrook Parties

If you’re a curious first year, it is not the cool place to be. There are many other, classier ways to spend your Saturday nights.

Streetlight Ministries (82 Ferguson Ave)

Wesley Urban Ministries (151 Queen N.)

DEEDZ (Redeemer University on Friday Nights)

Helping Hands Street Mission (349 Barton Street E.)

Homestead Christian Care (118 Wentworth S.)

7) Places for Recreation and Entertainment.

Nineteenth Hole Indoor Golf Centre Westdale Theatre (1014 King Street West) (1024 Upper Wentworth) Westdale Theatre is an old, vintage theatre with much character and This indoor golf centre is perfect place to keep your golf skills “up to definitely a more memorable place to see an independent film. It’s par” even in the winter months. It is a warm place to relieve some located right beside My Dog Joe and Bean Bar for a full date night and stress when exam time comes around. just a friends-hanging-out night. Cameron Speedway & Entertainment (2633 Upper James St.)

Cameron Speedway is the perfect place to relive your childhood. With Splitsville Entertainment (1525 Stone Church Rd. E) activities like Go karting, Paintballing, Laser Tag and a rock wall, this is a great place to burn some energy. Splitsville is an exciting, classier set bowling alley to spend your Friday night or walk over to after Spring Banquet. With a lounge, fireplaces and live entertainment this is definitely a classier joint to bowl. 10 ▪ CROWN TheCrown.ca ▪| aprilSeptember 2013 2013 A Many Littered Word

Amelia Bowes sexual attraction. However, au- There are compliments, gifts, the thinks about family portraits and in giving creates love”. thentic love is infinitely more. It occasional exchanging of dreams housing developments. Authentic is not only felt, but seen, heard, and aspirations; but unlike real love postpones hockey for chick Love is not a single moment, Human beings have never, nor and proven. Love is a verb. The love these only serve as a means flicks. It goes from a touch, to a but a multitude of moments. It will we ever, desire an island. We unfortunate result that comes to an end. Once the bed sheets note on the fridge, to a shared is not what we feel, but what we are relational beings, fashioned from taking this concept literally have been tangled and the sun answering machine, to the very do. Instead of fantasizing about and refined for late night phone however, is lust. What is initially is up, it is all over. The emotions heart of life. pleasure and passion, we should calls and hand written notes. We perceived as virtuous can all too following the event are agonizing, be holding a child’s hand, doing live, die, wait, stay, and lie awake easily become consumed by the usually one-sided, and not at all Romantic love is not the only crosswords by the fireplace, and for each other. We are made for carnal. what is expected of the definition place where the heart is found. ultimately choosing the long love. However, we are also crea- of love. Authentic love also exists in forgotten path. tures of immense folly. This thing Lust, although it can be seen holding a door open, giving that that we crave, that is in fact our as a by-product of love, is the Authentic love involves the woman at Wal-Mart with five only purpose; has become a form exact opposite of love. Lust is physical but is not limited to children a straight line to the of gluttony. Rather than the driv- primarily concerned with three the physical. Authentic love is cashier, or simply smiling at that ing force, love becomes a selfish things; the physical, the self, making breakfast in the morning, man waiting for the bus. These sensation. and the present. These priori- pointing out interesting news- acts fall under the category of ties are not at all associated with paper articles to each other, and every day social interactions, but, Traditionally, love has been authentic love. The line between will even go so far as making the as Chinese philosopher Lao Tzu defined as strong feelings of af- the two becomes blurred because bed. Authentic love would rather states “Kindness in words creates fection for another out of kinship the physicality and momentary be wrapped in a blanket than confidence. Kindness in thinking or other personal ties; including connection often mimic love. staring at lingerie. Authentic love creates profoundness. Kindness Resisting the Red Cup

Mike Van Egmond desires remain the same as when I will preface what you are about I think we are closer than we we were created perfect but our to read with this: I’m not even think to being a community that free will to sin has allowed us to close to perfect. I struggle daily follows Biblical ideals. What attempt to fulfill those desires with a multitude of sins that appeals to us about being drunk without God. I’m not saying you Jesus directly rebukes in the at a party? We want to share the won’t have fun or make a few new Bible. If we are serious about be- experience of seeing someone friends if you make the trek off ing individuals and a community throw a jar of pickles through campus this weekend. I’m saying that follows Christ and pursues a window because it gives us there is an alternative source to holiness then this is an article something to laugh about for the find the joy, community, peace worth reading or at the very least next 8 months. We want to lose and freedom that doesn’t end a conversation worth having. enough of our inhibition to finally when you wake up the next have an open and honest conver- morning. sation with a stranger we might Lets cut the crap. There are not even remember. We want the I might not always live it out but I things that happen on campus feeling of peace of mind you get believe that God doesn’t instruct and in our community that would when your halfway through your us to flee from sin because its make our mothers cringe. There fourth beer and its that much more fun and fulfilling than what are nearly weekly parties where harder to remember exactly what He has to offer. He teaches us to people are provided with the en- it was you were worried about 3 flee from sin because He wants to vironment to consume as much hours ago. We want the ability to see individuals and communities alcohol as they can until they can blame our altered state of mind thrive through real friendships no longer think, talk, see or walk for stupid decisions instead of and genuinely uniting shared straight anymore. Yes it is here at blaming our paper-thin charac- experiences. God does everything this school, first years if you were ter. he can to teach us how to experi- expecting a perfect community ence these things in the Bible the where folks did Bible studies Like I said, we are closer than easy way, instead of us figuring until curfew now you know the we think. It is not sinful to desire out how much damage can be truth and if you’ve been around joy, honest and genuine rela- done we try to learn it ourselves for longer I’m sure you know it tionships, and peace of mind or the hard way. too. I’m not the first one to be as- finally being free from guilt. In tute enough to realize that these fact these desires probably sound extra-curricular activities don’t fit surprisingly Biblical, so much so in with our mission as a Christian that you might be rejecting any community but I’m going to try validity in this article at all. to take a bit of a different ap- proach that will hopefully provide I might be way out in left field a new perspective and fuel some about this but I believe it. Our conversation. hearts are in the right place, our Monthly Spotlight on Redeemer’s Clubs: Deedz!

If you haven’t heard of Deedz then you are really missing out. Deedz is a club that puts the needs of others at the forefront. Every Friday night a group of Redeemer students head downtown Hamilton to share God’s love, give out hot chocolate and are given the opportunity to engage in conversation. They really have a heart for people who may need a hot drink or warm smile to carry them into the next day. If you have ever participated in Deedz you will know full well that the conversations and opportunities you have to bless others actually impact you so deeply! If you want to participate, meet outside of Aug hall at 5:30pm on Friday. Bring your student card for the bus and make sure you dress warm! Take the opportunity to get involved in your city and help others in the process

▪ 11 CROWN TheCrown.ca ▪| aprilSeptember 2013 2013 10 Things I wish I knew in First Year…

1. You don’t need to read all of your readings 6. Get to know your professors

Put your hand up! One of the amazing things about going to a small Christian university If you are glancing over the Crown as a break in between your hours of HIS-101 and BIO- is that you have the huge advantage of getting to know your very wise and very helpful 101 readings then you already have a problem! This isn’t to say that the readings listed professors. One of the best ways to do this is to participate in your classes. Redeemer on your syllabus do not matter… they definitely do! But one thing that any fourth year profs have an open door policy and are accessible whether looking for help in your class- could tell you is this – it really isn’t possible to go through every reading for every class. es or advice on vocational plans… they are your best resource! By engaging in your work If you try to strive for this far reaching goal you will find yourself compromising on many you may even land a job as a TA in your major in later years. The professors at Redeemer areas of your life. University life is all about balance. Take the time to figure out which are fantastic – don’t miss out on your chance to know them. readings are important, find out which readings interest you and stick to those.

2. You don’t need to find your significant other today (or to- 7. You won’t miss out by having a curfew (but you will if you morrow, or in the next 4 years!) don’t!)

Some people have heard the myth that you come to Redeemer to get your ‘MRS’ or ‘MR’. Nothing good happens after the sun goes down (except sleep that is). Although some of There is a common thought that if you are going to a Christian university you are bound you may feel the restrictions of a curfew, this is really beneficial. By having to be home, to find your husband or wife within the first few months. You picture yourself flirting in quiet down and get some rest, you’ll find yourself better off in all areas. You won’t be out first year, committing in second year, putting a ring on it in third, and enjoying those at 3am to make those dumb decisions that you will regret. You won’t sleep through all of lovely independent apartments by fourth! Don’t fall into this mindset. If you are single your 8am classes because you just can’t drag yourself out of bed. You will probably even – love it! The right guy or girl will come along in due time but in these first few months find yourself setting restrictions similar to this when you don’t even have to in upper of living away from home, meeting new people, and juggling school, take some time to years! focus on yourself… the rest will take care of itself!

8. You will make friends outside of your dorm 3. Downtown Hamilton isn’t evil If you feel like you don’t know anyone except the 7 people you live with, don’t worry Some students find themselves staying within the 5km radius of Meadowlands for their about it. It is totally normal to quickly bond and hang out with those people. You do entire first year. On Friday nights they consistently find themselves at Kelsey’s for wings see them everyday, eat together, cook together, and take time to do devos together – followed by a movie at the theatre. Every coffee date takes them to Starbucks down the you should be close with them! But, if you are feeling a little antsy to get to know other road. Now, these things aren’t bad but don’t wait until fourth year to learn that there people, don’t worry, this will come! The best thing you can do is talk to people in your is more out there! Downtown Hamilton has so much to offer. From the art culture, to classes, join a club or even just plan a dorm dinner with a random dorm! If you get music, cultural diversity and even opportunities to help the less fortunate… it is worth involved with something that interests you, you are bound to find like-minded people. making use of that bus pass you spend so much money on and venture out! Most fourth years will tell you that although they are still friends with the people they lived with in first year, their closest friends are the people they met elsewhere.

4. Core classes don’t last forever (and you might actually like them!) 9. Chapel, although important, does not replace church for the week One of the biggest things first year students struggle with at Redeemer is those early morning core classes where you continually ask yourself why you, as a biology major, are Taking an hour every Wednesday morning to gather corporately and worship with your sitting in and English lit class. This concept of the benefits of a Liberal Arts and Science fellow peers and professors is fantastic. This isn’t an opportunity that you find every- university doesn’t quite reach you as you are spending hours on your psychology intro where so take advantage of attending Chapel. It will give you a chance to slow down and course readings. But one thing to remember is that these classes don’t last forever and focus on what really matters amongst all of the busyness. Although this is great, it does you might find that they actually help you with your major! By gaining a broader world- not and should not replace getting connected in a local church congregation. There are view you’ll start to see how taking theatre can help you in your social work presentations many ways to get to church (shuttles or those lucky friends who have cars) and many or how history gives you greater insight into religion. There is a reason we have to take churches offer a variety of service times (some even on Saturday nights!). You are go- them so stay positive as you drag yourself to class! ing to spend the next four years here and it is important to find a support system and a place to discover more of God outside of Redeemer’s campus. Talk to our chaplain, Syd Hielema, if you need some direction on where to go!

5. You will adjust from being away from home 10. Time flies so enjoy every moment! You’ve made it through Launch and you are beginning to settle into the reality of living away from home. By now, you may have had your first fight with your dorm, have gotten If you talk to any fourth year around Redeemer, probably any of them would say that sick of eating some of the food from the caf and you are counting down the days until you they have no idea how these years have flown by so quickly. There is a bit of sadness in get to see your parents at Thanksgiving. In reality, things probably aren’t nearly this bad the idea that in April they will be headed out of Redeemer’s doors and into, well, who but no matter how you are feeling about moving out or how many hours away you are knows what!? These years of sitting on your porch worshipping God in the middle of the from friends and family, you will find that this awesome community Redeemer boasts night, having all of your closest friends moments away, learning new and diverse things will truly become like family. on a daily basis and being in an environment that loves God so deeply will go by much too quickly. Take in the moments, don’t stress over the exams, be social and learn more about who you are so you are ready when you find yourself in the same spot, just four short years from now.

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Micah 2.0

Brandon Richardson Well, I’m getting married in a the Leafs? Krygsman into the mud pit. He week and a half so figuring out What are some of your said to me, “If you don’t do any- life being married is on the list. hopes/dreams/goals During university, my ability to thing, other than get the presi- We had a chance to sit down My fiancé works at Columbia in- for this upcoming year? watch them was very limited. So dent in the mud pit, you’ll make with Redeemer’s new Activities ternational college with students during that span of the Leafs be- me happy.” We were able to get a and Orientation Coordinator, and I’ve found myself in this To see the Redeemer community ing terrible I didn’t watch them a staff team together to kick off the James Cuthbert to welcome position doing something very built stronger and more support- whole lot; I’ve just begun watch- mud pit, which included presi- him to Redeemer and allow the similar. It seems our lives have ive of each other. When people ing the Leafs again. dent Krygsman. student body to get to know him been led to student development come on the campus I would like better. but I will have to continue to see them to feel welcomed and sense Thoughts on Miley Did you win? where God leads us. unity. [This means], to see Jesus Cyrus? Where did you grow up? become the center of all that we Yea we won; it was a good lesson What is your favourite do here at Redeemer. I can’t think of a song since for mission control. This was a I was born in Brigden Ontario a hobby, besides working “Party in the USA”, if that was warm-up for president Krygs- town of about 512, known mostly at Redeemer? Micah is what we might her. man, [the teachers] didn’t get for the Brigden Fair but at the call a key stone in the too muddy so hopefully they will age of 5 we moved to London, I really enjoy Outdoor activities, foundation of this How about Syria? think that’s how it goes and come Ontario and then lived there for I like to head down to the Adiron- school, how does it back next year. 20 years. dacks in New York State which is feel to step into his It’s interesting to see and think basically the Algonquin park of shoes? of how things are written and the And finally, any advice What is one childhood New York State. One of my life perspectives that are taken. It’s for first-year stu- moment you hold onto goals is to complete the 46 peaks Everyone says, “Oh! You’re the interesting to see how Western- dents? dearly? that are over 4000 ft. in the Ad- new Micah.” Micah started here ers report on what is happening irondacks. To date I’ve completed in 2006 which was my second [but] I feel that I’m not educated First year is often fun but can In 2000 right before I started 7 peaks over the course of three or third year in university and enough to have a strong opinion [also] be overwhelming. For me, high school my family took a trips. even within those two years he on [Syria]. My thoughts and I wasn’t too involved in many vacation to Vancouver and also had already made a big impact prayers are with the people [in things and that’s okay. Some- travelled through Portland and How would you de- on this campus so it is a big role Syria] and those working towards times it takes time to warm up Collorado. There were 7 or 8 of scribe your role with to fill. Part of that is just keeping peace. to your new environment, most us in a Safari van, depending on student life? these posters up (laughs). Micah people do. When I’ve talked to whether my grandma was with actually said to me, “How do you If you could change Micah he said that he was a little us. That was certainly a highlight My main responsibilities would feel about these posters? You one thing at Redeemer timid to everything that was new form my childhood. include activities and orientation. can take them down, but I would what would it be? [when first coming to Redeemer] Activities provide students with still like to keep them.” So, I was but he later became a key part What secondary school different places to interact with coaching with him this summer I would have a second gym that in this community. Stick with it did you attend? each other and give them experi- and I told him I took the post- is solely dedicated to intramural and try to make the most of your ences they wouldn’t normally ers down. I could just see in his and drop in sports. experience here at Redeemer. Sir Wilfrid Laurier in London have on their own. Some people face - the hurt and disappoint- Ontario, a public School of about living in Canada have never been ment - like something in him had How do you feel Launch 1200. to Niagara falls so that activity just died. I then told him I was went this year? gives them a chance to see dif- kidding. He emailed me later and What post-secondary ferent places. This is the same said he was so happy I left them I think launch went really well; school did you attend? for the ROM, Raptors, Canada’s up. Actually, they are helpful for there was great participation. wonderland and other activities. ideas. But yes, it has been great We had a good team of mission Redeemer University from 2005- Orientation [on the other hand] to take over for someone who has control and launch leaders which 2009. helps students to feel welcome been established and already has brought the passion and the and have a sense of belong- things lined up while also having energy to the [different] groups. Do you have any future ing while feeling that they are my own freedom. One of the things that Micah plan? fully a part of the community at said before he left was that he Redeemer. What do you think of has been trying to get President CROWN ▪ 13 TheCrown.ca ▪| September 2013 Moments of Purpose

Anthony Ramuscak I would prefer being locked in Drive was in a word beautiful. I sit by the food truck- that is when the prayer room, but the eleva- went on a shorter route. When I may be in a wheelchair limited the Holy Spirit tugs on my heart tor is just as good. Missing out getting back to campus, I sat at as to what I can do and help out and says, “That is why you come Although I was a LAUNCH on the Olympics because the the side looking as all the food with. There comes a point every back year after year. To see my leader for the Light Blue team, I weather infringed on my plans bags just kept on pouring from year where I ask myself “What blessings flow to those I called wasn’t able to either attend the and something about a power hand to hand into the truck in am I doing here?” I sometimes you for.” opening LAUNCH ceremony, wheelchair and water doesn’t go somewhat of an assembly line. As think that I can only do so much or partake in the fun of the well together. I watched this, my heart delved in a wheelchair. Then I go on the LAUNCH Olympics due to get- into prayer thanking God for this food drive, help pointing out food ting stuck in the elevator because Despite this, I was able to go on wonder – praising God for the bags on the house porches like a my chair at the time malfunc- the food drive collection in the generous hearts of the commu- sniff dog at the airport, and hand tioned. This in itself was a good nearby area in my simple loaner nity! I was holding back the tears out thank you cards they don’t. half hour 1 on 1 time with God, power wheelchair. The Food of joy. When I go back to campus and Apps: PHONE for Google Voice & GTalk

Jordan Bokma life...” What if you found a free data connections. This app does present. A slight lag is noticeable, actual phone call. By using VOIP, app that could use Wifi to call not require that the recipient of possibly affecting the flow of a students can make their long dis- home with little hassle? The an- the phone call have PHONE for conversation. Furthermore, there tance phone calls, without being swer to this problem is PHONE Google Voice & GTalk installed is no way to purchase a premium shortchanged by a cell company Imagine yourself as a first year for Google Voice & GTalk. as well. Instead, any landline version and remove the ads. A that charges high long distance student, or maybe you are. You (excluding some 1-800 services) Gmail account is also required rates. have just left your parents to This app is a must for any stu- and cell phones can be reached (but who doesn’t have a Gmail brave the campus life at Re- dent who doesn’t have a free, with the calling feature. With account these days?). The final deemer. Even though calling your reliable long distance calling Google services such as contacts and biggest drawback of students parents isn’t at the top of your service. Best of all, it’s mobile, from Google+ integrated into the using this app at Redeemer is list, it stays in the back of your allowing you to call from apple app, users can expect Google’s in the realm of Wifi. Because mind, pestering you to give your and android phones without integrated services in the palm of of dead spots in the school, call parents a ring. You come up with chewing up your calling min- their hand. Within a matter of a reception and clarity is compro- excuses not to call them. “I don’t utes. Google Voice uses VOIP few screens, a call can be placed mised. have a long distance package on (Voice-Over-Internet-Protocol). for free from your phone without my phone...” “It’s a hassle using This service is essentially using using the phone’s minutes. In the end, if you can manage Skype...” “Facebook stalking an Internet connection to place a reliable wireless connection, will have to be the best way for a call. PHONE for Google Voice There are a few drawbacks to the the service that Google pro- my parents to find out about my & GTalk works with Wifi and app, however. Latency issues are vides should be on par with an Starting the Year Right: Health

Jordan Miller during the second semester last ing 40 hours a week at a desk. be happy to help you out any way year, and I am excited to be back, that I can. I believe all of you ranting and raving about health. Cut back on caffeine, stay can do this, and I am ALWAYS Welcome back, or welcome for So, to officially start this year off hydrated – The “quick fix” of happy to share the knowledge I the first time, Redeemer stu- right, the question becomes, what drowsiness is something you can Understanding this article is have been blessed to receive and dents. It’s that time of the year; can you do to be healthy? do without. To stay awake: stay pretty simplistic and the major- retain over the years (even if my Pull the sweats out of the bottom hydrated, eat foods with natural ity of you are thinking, “this guy face and demeanor don’t always of the dresser, head to Bulk Barn sugars like apples and mangos, is just a poor mans Hal Johnson scream, “came talk to me! I want to load up on chocolate covered and exercise regularly for a boost and Joanne McLeod, “Body to be your friend”). almonds and Dino-sours, pre- Eat right – There is no secret in energy levels. Caffeine will Break” commercials already pare for 8 months of sedentary diet that works. The best way to dehydrate you and will inevitably taught me all of this!” I had a student life. It’s justifiable, it’s a eat right is to follow Canada’s lead to an energy crash. Drink professor in my undergrad who right of passage, the freshmen-15 food guide and use a balanced lots of water and maintain hydra- used to say “Repetition is the key And until the next time we see has been a legit phenomenon approach. Eat everything in tion levels, every vital organ sys- to learning, repetition is the key you, keep fit, and have fun! since the birth of post-secondary moderation, cut down unhealthy tem in your body relies on water to learning, repetition is the key Playing of catchy jingle in the education, hundreds of years ago. snacks and sugary drinks, when to one extent or another so give it to learning.” and I have remem- background… Talk to you soon, Keep the ball rolling! Right? Or studying use snacks such as fruits something to work with! bered that for 8 years. One of Go Royals! should this be the year that you and vegetables, crackers and the biggest issues with living a make those changes? Should it be cheese, and trail mix instead of healthy lifestyle, isn’t information the year you implement lifestyle straight sugar. distribution, it is making a com- patterns that promote long-term Evaluate your ergonomics – mitment and following through, physical and mental health? Study habits can make or break so make this year different. Use Your response may be “But Jor- your year from a health perspec- your roommates, friends, profes- Jordan Miller dan, how do I do that?” to which Exercise – Make it your goal to tive. Many of you are planning sors, parents, or pets, as account- I will respond, “Keep reading, spend a minimum of 4 hours per on spending hundreds of hours ability enforcers. Work together Athletic Therapist you might just learn something!” week between 60% and 80% of over the next 8 months study- with someone you can rely on to your max heart rate (to calculate: ing, so do it well! Always study get you out the door on lazy days Redeemer University College 220 – your age x .06 à 220 – your at a desk using a chair with good and someone who you can handle age x .08). The more diverse the back support, avoid leaning over exercising with for an hour [email protected] My name is Jordan Miller and for exercise, the better, try a new your work and slumping your without getting into a showdown the last 4.5 years, I have helped intramural on campus, go for a shoulders forward, NEVER study throw-down with. Treat your (905) 648-2139 ext. 4322 out Redeemer Royals and the run, a bike ride and a work-out on your bed or lying on a couch. body as the gift from our wonder- Loyal Royal faithful alike, as in the gym all in the same week. Posture is life-long battle which ful God that it is, and pray for His a practicing Certified Athletic The key to compliance is that you gets much easier if you start at help on days where motivation Therapist, taking care of muscle do not push too hard too fast and a younger age, practice sitting just isn’t there. skeletal injuries and minor neu- lose all desire to continue, and straight up with your shoul- rological conditions. I have been the more variations of exercise ders pulled back and your chin asked to continue contributing to you use, the lower the chance of tucked-in now, and you will be the Crown after writing articles getting “burned out”. sending me a thank you letter If you have any questions at all, when/if someday you are work- please come find me and I would CROWN TheCrown.ca ▪| September 2013

Men’s Soccer First Win

On an evening where ever min- When the teams returned to play, als another outburst of offensive with the effort and hope to keep ute of play seemed to be in doubt the Royals proved determined to opportunities. The Royals were improving. We hope to be able to due to the forecast above, the not let the match get away from finally rewarded with a goal get some of our guys healed now Royals were able to weather the them. Redeemer continued to in the 85th minute when Re- as we look forward to Fanshawe storm and grab their first win of push offensively and were re- deemer’s Josh Elgeti jumped on on Saturday”. the season in dramatic fashion. warded in the 32nd minute when a rebound. Niagara’s goalie made Lewis Tuininga buried his 2nd an initial save on an outside shot The Royals record improves to The men’s game began with dark of the season to tie the game at 1 from beyond the 18 yard box but 1-1. The team now turns their clouds above, scattered show- goal a piece. couldn’t recover quickly enough attention to the road as they ers and the risk of thunder and to grab the rebound. will travel for the first time this lightning. However, it was under The goal by Redeemer seemed to season. The Royals have a stop in these conditions that the Royals be the turning point in the game The Royals held on for the 2-1 London at Fanshawe College on seemed to grab the spark they as the Royals began to apply a win. Saturday at 2:00PM. needed to put in a full 90 minute sustained amount of pressure on performance in a 2-1 victory over the Niagara defense. Redeemer Assistant Coach Tim Selles men- the Niagara Knights. had Niagara on their toes with tioned that the team showed a a few chances tight inside the 6 lot of improvement from the first Niagara grabbed an early lead yard box, a great opportunity in game of the season. “We put a lot in the 22nd minute when Kyle the 43rd minute on a bouncing more pressure on their players”, Sheppard scored on a question- ball close to goal, and a great save said Selles, “we didn’t give them able free kick just outside the 18 by Niagara’s goalie on an outside as much time with the ball and yard box. For the second straight shot by Jordan Bokma late in we are pretty happy to walk away game the Royals went down early the 1st half. Both teams entered here with the win”. 1-0 on an early goal. halftime with 1 goal each to show for their efforts. For the coaching staff it was their With the storm picking up, the first win since taking the reins game was then forced into a 15 A red card issued in the 64th of the men’s soccer program. “It minute delay while a pocket of minute to Niagara’s Erik Greiner, was exciting”, said Selles, “we lightning passed by the field. after receiving his second yellow were biting our nails a bit on card of the match, gave the Roy- the sideline but we are happy iOS 7 Review

Andrew Tosland places, all of which lead to a great have long had users complaining software is the ability to address experience completing many of bugs when the solution is to more then 4 gigabytes of RAM. common tasks. simply do a quick update and use However a review of Apple’s On September 18th Apple re- the latest version. The only caveat history in transitioning their leased the newest version of its Although the main focus of iOS comes in the rare chance that a computers to the 64 bit platform mobile software, iOS 7. The 7 has been focused on the new developer creates an update that shows that they move early and new operating system brings a look, there are also some new has a critical bug, in this case smoothly, so the endusers will number of new features, most features to be found as well. Con- the developer will need to work not even need to think about the notably a newly designed trol center is a new addition that quickly to update the application change at all, it just works. interface created by Industrial will be familiar to many Android to a working version and hope Designer Jony Ive. Ive has thus users. A simple swipe up from the that the majority of the users do iOS 7 is available now for the far been known for his bottom of the screen brings not notice. These occurrences are iPhone 4 and later, iPad 2 and minimalist hardware designs - a new window into view allow- rare, but have happened to a few later, and the iPad mini. It can reducing the artistic expression ing the user to quickly change high profile companies such as be installed by connecting to to its elemental forms. These settings, such as turning WIFI on Google. In addition to automatic iTunes or on the device by select- designs have shaped Apple’s and off. Users can also control updating developers also have a ing “Software Updates” under products for over a decade, from music from this setting and ac- new set of designs to work with General Settings. iOS 7 is the iPads to iMacs.Following an cess applications quickly, such in creating their applications, as most impressive change to the executive shuffle in February he as the calculator and a flashlight. a result many popular applica- iPhone in years and I strongly was promoted to design of both Although Android users have tions look right at home on iOS 7 recommend that users give it a hardware and software, iOS 7 had this feature for a number with bright colors and simplified thorough consideration is the first release showing his of years, it’s still nice to be able controls. Some of the notable influence. access these tasks quickly on the applications include Facebook, iPhone. Evernote, Nike+, and ebay. As The largest change is found in noted above, users will find how the new system looks. Gone Another new feature is the these changes automatically on are the metaphoric views of “Today” pane of the notification their iPhones as applications are leather, linen, and torn pages, centre. From this you can quickly updated. in their place users will find a gather information for the day bright, flat interface. The new such as the current and expected iOS 7 also brings the start of a look has become polarizing to us- weather, calendar events for new transition for iPhone and ers, some love the new look, and the day, and a summary of your iPads in support for 64 bit others are feeling that Apple has events for tomorrow. Although processors. Starting with the lost its innovative strategy. Per- the addition is simple I have iPhone 5s (and likely the new sonally I think that although the found it to be great in everyday iPads next month) iOS will run new look is a drastic change, after usage. No longer do you need completely as a 64 bit operating a few months of use most people to check multiple applications to system, supporting the com- will find that the older style answer a few simple questions, monly found 32 bit applications, belongs in the past. Although such as whether you remem- and new 64 bit applications. To the minimalistic interface can be bered to set an alarm for the next reduce confusion application confusing at times, if you have morning, just slide down from developers will be able to create any experience working with the the top and check your summary applications that will work flaw- old system, you will find that for tomorrow. lessly on both systems, removing learning how to use the new ver- the need for users to think about sion is simple and familiar. Also, The new software also brings au- the process at all. This transition many features are much easier, tomatic updating to applications. was a shock to reports attending take for example the new camera No longer will users have to navi- Apple’s event last week. Many interface which features a larger gate to the App Store to update questioned the need to transition button to take pictures, and a their copy of Angry Birds, when to the next generation of soft- much cleaner screen to view your the update is available, the up- ware before the hardware even pictures. These simplified date will be installed. This change requires it, as the most common processes are found in many will also benefit developers who benefit of 64 bit hardware and CROWN TheCrown.ca ▪| September 2013

Kierkegaardian Reflections: Education as a Call to Action and Creative Expression

Matthew Bokma much, much more will be asked.” student responsibility to discover condition. We are fundamentally unless the student exerts herself Our capacity to be educated—to this interdisciplinary unity. By free, and that every action is per- as an individual through creativ- reason, work, communicate... doing so, her education becomes formed by a particular individual. ity, even if she is an ‘A’ student, Education is a luxury. Perhaps etc.—implicitly demands the will intimately tied up with who she It is the individual “I” or “you” her work will probably not be the reader might respond to to do these things in order to is, for she possesses the locus who act. Every action implies a noticed. Anyone can give the pro- this by saying “I already knew perform our respective duties. of integration. And this unity statement: “I am the force that fessors what they ask for if they that! I live in a warm-welcoming Our education opens doorways of will manifest itself in every task, displaces objects, I move moun- simply memorize some facts and community, my professors are opportunities, thereby rendering ranging form the most mundane tains, and by doing so I exert hand in their homework on time. easy-going, Jesus loves me, and ourselves responsible to enter to the most profound. my individuality—I am the actor But to be noticed, one must par- acquiring a B- on my assignments one. who stands above [those who ticipate and eventually contribute is relatively easy!” For good or for Kierkegaard calls] the crowd of something new to the university’s ill this is probably true. But this spectators.” The student needs to Grand Discussion concerning the so-called “knowledge” is probably However, as Kierkegaard ob- become aware that she is free and nature of Truth itself. nothing more than the feeling It is important to note that the serves, as soon as we are aware possesses the strength to carry of comfortable living—it is not one who enters a doorway of of the fact that our whole person out her responsibilities. And by conceptual knowledge that di- opportunity enters as a whole is involved in something that doing so she becomes somebody, rects the feelings toward further person—they act as a whole anticipates action, we are struck as opposed to her peers who are What we have done thus far is action. Simply put, education person. It follows, therefore, that with anxiety. Before the vast accustomed to a life of apathy traced the contours of what it anticipates action. Our comfort we must be educated as a whole abyss of potential opportunities, and negligence. means to have an education. lies in the fact that we don’t have person. A common misconcep- we are almost as indecisive as a to punch in at 8am and physi- tion that freshmen have is the woman before her wardrobe. The It is more than just luxury; it pro- cally labour until 5pm. We have idea that their education is ex- anxiety we feel before the face of vides one with the opportunity the opportunity not simply to hausted by the courses that their our possibility—our freedom— Second, education provides an to act as a particular individual, strengthen our muscles or tune institution offers. No, education nullifies the will and suppresses opportunity to be creative. And to stand above the masses, and our fine-motor controls, but to is first and foremost the student’s one’s individuality. Given the fact it is through creativity that a to exert oneself creatively and deepen our minds for the sake initiative, and the professors that not only our education but student is able to express her own holistically. Embedded in our of a different bred of actions: to are limited to the role of mere the possible actions anticipated individuality. The psychoanalyst human condition is freedom to write, to speak, to become cul- motivational speakers. The by that education are a constant Otto Rank encourages those harness our psychic energy and tured, to inspire, and perhaps to professors don’t provide you an reality, anxiety becomes a neces- with anxiety and various inse- to channel it toward our personal change the world. education, you provide yourself sary component of the human curities to channel their psychic development. Therefore, let us with an education. Furthermore, condition. So the following ques- energy into creative expres- not squander our abilities to do a student’s education is not lim- tion remains: how are we sup- sions. If energy is invested into, so, surrender our resources to the ited to a particular discipline like posed to act despite our anxiety? say, a presentation or reflection devil and rob Christ’s invest- Our development of the notion psychology or philosophy; rather, paper, such artistic expression ments—your individuality. of education must be accompa- the student is fundamentally an will inevitably reflect the totality nied by Christ’s maxim: “the one interdisciplinarian. There is a of who the student is, thereby who has been entrusted with radical unity underlying every First and foremost, it is impor- exemplifying authenticity. This academic discipline, and it is the tant to become aware of our point cannot be stressed enough:

Brandon’s Beefs

Brandon Richardsons It’s sad when Miley Cyrus trends above Syria. As thousands die in Syria due our continent largely focused on the shocking perfor- mance of the now famous “twerker,” Miley Cyrus. Our North Ameri- can Culture thrives on entertainment, even at the cost of ignoring the world’s groanings. Our attention to the pains in this world should not have an expiry date equal to the time period between CNN’s major headlines.

I am just as guilty of ignoring, or being “too busy” to pray for those affected by turmoil around the world as most. This does not excuse our ignorance, and I believe that it is expected of us to not only take notice of the oppressed but also act in any way we can. In many of these global instances it may mean that we spend some time in prayer for those who are being silenced. 16 ▪ CROWN TheCrown.ca ▪| September 2013 Recipe of the Month: Pumpkin Spice Cookies

Emma Richardson 1 tsp pumpkin pie spice 8) Cool before icing

½ tsp salt As the leaves change colour and 1) Preheat oven to 350 degrees the temperature drops, it is easy ½ cup soft butter to tell that fall is in our midst! 2) In a small mixing bowl, com- This is the perfect time of year 1 ½ cups white sugar bine flour, baking powder, baking To make icing: to heat up the oven and pull out soda, cinnamon, pumpkin pie the flour. From lattes to pies, 1 cup canned pumpkin puree (not spice, and salt; set aside. Combine all ingredients in me- pumpkin is everywhere! Here the pumpkin pie filling!) dium bowl. Using a hand mixer, best and easiest pumpkin spice 3) In a medium mixing bowl, beat on low speed for 30 seconds cookie recipe that you can make 1 egg cream together butter and sugar and then 2 minutes on medium. this season. Drizzle over cooled cookies with 1 tsp vanilla extract 4) Add pumpkin, egg, and vanilla fork. to butter/egg mixture and beat Ingredients: until creamy Icing: 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour 5) Mix in dry ingredients I recommend making a double 3 tbsp butter batch to share! 1 tsp baking powder 6) Drop teaspoon size onto 1 ½ c. icing sugar greased cookie sheet, flattening 1 tsp baking soda slightly 1 ½ tbsp milk 2 tsp cinnamon 7) Bake for 15 to 20 minutes ½ tsp vanilla