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A SECTION OF THE ANGLICAN JOURNAL may 2018 SERVING THE DIOCESE OF FREDERICTON Homelessness plan seeks Bishop land for tiny housing Lemmon By Gisele McKnight ing the NIMBY (not-in-my- back-yard) attitude. Christ Church Cathedral hosted “Council bent to the will of attends a meeting on homelessness in the people, but over the years, Fredericton March 24, with community involvement has representatives from several improved,” he said, adding there Billy parishes in attendance. is now the Mayor’s Taskforce on Penny Erickson welcomed a Homelessness, something totally crowd of about 50 to “Turning unheard of a decade ago. Graham the Tide on Homelessness in O’Brien outlined the “Hous- Fredericton.” Two guest speak- ing First” concept. Years ago, the ers, Mayor Mike O’Brien and idea was that people should be funeral Faith McFarland, co-ordinator of healthy, clean and sober before the Community Action Group being considered for low-cost By Gisele McKnight on Homelessness, presented in- housing. But there are many formation on the present issues flaws in that line of thinking. Retired Bishop George Lem- and future hopes. When you spend all your time, mon has had many full years as a The mayor gave some history energy and resources looking priest and then as bishop in the on the city’s role in helping the for food and shelter every day, Anglican Diocese of Fredericton homeless, which, historically, there is nothing left to work from 1989-2000. In those minis- has been sparse. Homelessness is with. However, when you have tries he met and had a chat with not part of the municipal man- an affordable place of your Queen Elizabeth, the Queen date in New Brunswick. own, safety and security and a Mother. He baptized more than But in 2006, as a city council- network of supportive resources, 600 people in Africa in Eldoret, lor he attended a ribbon cutting there is more time, energy, abil- Kenya, a former companion on affordable housing and was ity and desire to conquer issues. submitted photo diocese. approached for help. “When they have a lock on How do you say, And in early March, he was “Two women pinned me in their door and a safe place, they invited to attend the funeral of the corner!” he said. “They said, can accept the help the com- ‘this cookie is delicious?’ American evangelist Billy Gra- ‘we need someone on council munity is offering,” said O’Brien. ham. He and his daughter, Mary to talk about this. We think “They become a functioning Younes Alkhalaf and Jason Smith share a joke after a cookie- Lou Hynes, were among 2,000 you’re it.’ I was both scared and member of society at whatever baking session at St. Luke’s, Parish of Portland in Saint John. Younes people to celebrate the historic honoured… I took on that chal- level is comfortable for them.” baked the cookie for Jason, his former instructor at the YMCA event in Charlotte, North Caro- lenge.” Information presented at the Newcomer Connections Program. When the group needed space for lina on March 2. Billy Graham From there, the City of event showed the success of the baking as part of their food and nutrition class, Jason contacted St. died Feb. 21 at the age of 99. Fredericton Affordable Housing Housing First approach. Before Luke’s, which was thrilled to help out. Younes, originally from Syria, George always admired Billy Committee was formed. Much has been in Saint John for two years. See the story on page 5. Graham and had a deep inter- has changed since then, includ- Housing continued on page 4 est in evangelism that stretched back to his own calling in the five years ago. Parish of Portland in Saint John. Rosemarie Kingston finishes Rosemarie points to her He hosted a crusade with Leigh- grandmother as a guiding light ton Ford, Graham’s brother-in- second term as ACW president in her life. law in the 1980s while serving in “She was Anglican. She used Sackville. His first meeting with to sit at the end of the kitchen Graham was at a conference for By Gisele McKnight diac Cape in the Archdeaconry table and read the scriptures clergy held in Halifax. of Moncton. while the food was cooking,” she “He offered it to clergy and I The May annual meeting of Rosemarie is not a life-long said. “I remember finding it so, was very impressed with it,” he ACW will see a change in Anglican, having joined in so peaceful. I wanted what she said. leadership. President Rosemarie 2000 after she and her husband, h a d .” In the early 1990s, just after Kingston has reached the end Darryl, moved to the Saint John Rosemarie was a stay-at- George became bishop, Graham was coming to Fredericton, of her second term and will step area. Her home church is St. home mom until her daughter Rosemarie Kingston addresses down. Linda Fury is expected to Luke’s in Gondola Point. She be- started high school. With de- and George was on the plan- the Diocesan ACW at the 2017 ning committee. That led to an be voted president at the meet- came an ACW member in 2009 annual meeting in St. George. ing planned for May 1-2 in She- and joined the ACW executive ACW continued on page 2 Lemmon continued on page 2 2 / The New Brunswick Anglican may 2018

d i o c e s a n s y n o d n e w s 2,000 attended funeral in Charlotte

Lemmon continued from page 1 contingency plans for renting a priest there in full regalia,” said car to drive from New York City Mary Lou. “And a Sri Lankan to Charlotte, or even take a train. bishop. He spoke about how invitation from the Graham But no need. God intervened. Billy Graham had reached his organization to speak at a clergy When they got to the airport country.” conference in Lake Louise, in and expressed their nervous- George sat beside Ruth Gra- the Canadian Rockies. ness to the airline, explaining ham’s secretary, who shared how “I loved it. I met George they just had to catch that flight the family was coping and how Beverly Shea and some others,” to make it to Billy Graham’s busy the previous few days had said George. “They were simple, funeral, they were told not to been. honest persons, loving and very worry. “There was a level of excite- committed. I really enjoyed it.” They wouldn’t miss the con- ment,” said Mary Lou. “It was George was a speaker for nection because the same plane a celebration. I really didn’t see three years in Lake Louise — would be going on to Charlotte. anyone crying.” the reason that on Feb. 23, the They simply had to get off the Mary Lou is thankful for the phone rang in Fredericton. It plane, wait five minutes on the exceptional friendliness of the was the Billy Graham organiza- tarmac, and reboard. people in Charlotte, from the tion calling. On Friday morning, March man who allowed George to “They said, ‘we want your 2, they arrived at the Samari- wear his coat during the funeral, Above, retired father here as a representative tan’s Purse building, checked to a woman at Samaritan’s Purse Bishop George of international ministries,” in, had their bags and pockets who drove them to their hotel Lemmon and daughter said Mary Lou. “It was a very searched and received their when they couldn’t get a taxi. Mary Lou Hynes at personal invitation. They said, invitations and credentials. Then “People stepped up and the funeral. At right, ‘we want Bishop Lemmon to be they boarded a bus for the Billy everything fell into place,” said the invitation and t h e re .’” Graham Library. Mary Lou. “I feel very thankful order of service for When Lois, George’s wife, The funeral was actually held I got to go with Dad and share the funeral were given didn’t want to attend, Mary Lou outside under a tent, and the this with Dad.” to invited guests volunteered, and the two began bitter winds of a nor’easter just George is still pinching him- at the Samaritan’s the process to accept the invita- about froze everyone. But they self about the whole experience. Purse building before tion and travel to Charlotte the endured through the two-hour “I was amazed they called,” he everyone was taken following week. They drove to funeral, listening to speakers said. “I never expected anything by bus to the Billy Portland, Maine March 1, and from around the world, the like this. I never, ever thought Graham Library for took flights to New York City children of Graham and music that would happen. the service. and then Charlotte. from the Gaithers, Michael W. “You might say I was hon- But the arrangements were Smith and others. US President oured,” said George. “Here’s a stressful, with only 35 minutes Donald Trump, his wife and the man I had become a friend with. to make the final connection. vice-president sat about 20 seats He had supported me and I felt I Both of them prayed about it away. had to support his family at that and Mary Lou began making “There was a Greek Orthodox t i m e .”

Deadline for news and photos New president will be elected at May meeting for the June edition of the New Brunswick Anglican is May 1. Send submissions to gmcknight@ ACW continued from page 1 ways put to work when he visits. She has nothing but praise diofton.ca “When he goes over, he for Bishop David Edwards, grees in science and education, wires,” she said, adding he’s whom she said has treated her she became a supply teacher wired the church and the dormi- with such kindness, especially for the next 20 years, a job she tories, and will quite likely wire when she was new to Diocesan enjoyed. the library now being built. Council. Along her Anglican journey, In her role as president, she “I’ve enjoyed him so much,” she found a place and a cause travelled across the country to she said. “He has answered every that has settled deep in her heart Saskatoon, Newfoundland & question. www.anglican.nb.ca — Bishop McAllister College Labrador, Ontario and Vancou- “I really respect what the in Uganda, which is generously ver. church has had to do in the Official Publication of the Diocese of Fredericton supported by many ACWs and Despite retirement, Rose- last few years,” she said. “The A SECTION OF THE ANGLICAN JOURNAL parishes in the diocese. marie’s connection to the ACW churches closing, the combin- The Rt. Rev. David Edwards bishop and Publisher She heard Canon Paul Jeffries remains strong. Last year, she ing of parishes. Through it all, I speak while he was home on a was chosen as the national feel the bishop’s really listened. I Gisele McKnight editor visit, which led to her family vice-president. She is also the think we all recognize the mis- sponsoring a child. Her first trip deanery president and parish sion.” Published 10 times per year. Price of subscription $10.00 to the college was in 2003. president. Rosemarie will continue to Please send news and photo submissions to “Several of us went over,” she What will she miss as she attend the Farraline Place sum- 115 Church St., Fredericton, NB E3B 4C8 said. “I saw the work the An- steps down? mer garden party each August, Phone: 506-459-1801; E-mail: [email protected] glican Church was doing and I “The people. I’m really going one of her favourite events, but knew this was where I wanted to to miss the ladies. They’re a very the one thing she will not miss Please send subscription renewals and changes of address to: be and what I wanted to do.” supportive group. is the paperwork required of the The New Brunswick Anglican She has had five trips to the “And I’m going to miss Di- president. c/o Anglican Journal Circulation Dept., 80 Hayden St, Toronto, Ont. M4Y 3G2 college. Her husband, Darryl, an ocesan Council,” she said. “It’s Happy retirement, Rosema- industrial electrician, has made helped me understand the work- rie! Printed & mailed in North York, Ontario the journey three times. He’s al- ings of the diocese.” By Webnews Printing Inc. may 2018 The New Brunswick Anglican / 3

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e n g a g e m e n t s A desert in the city May 1 ACW Annual ay is the month when Pilgrimage is in one sense into a different place. In the early Meeting my mind turns to determining to do something years of the Church the Desert thinking about the different as well as to engage in Fathers went out, away from May 6 Mannual pilgrimage across one of physical activity. the crowds to seek solitude, and * Parish of our archdeaconries. People who live in Frederic- there is a very real place for that This year Trevor and I are ton will often see me walking in our lives. Chatham looking forward to walking in along the downtown streets dur- What I have discovered is that the Woodstock area, and we ing my lunch break. I try to leave a desert place can be created in May 8 hope that people from across the the office and switch off from the the midst of apparent noise. Clergy Spouses Diocese will feel able to come to things of the day and onto the It takes a little time to learn how Retreat join us. things of God. to do this type of pilgrimage, This will be the fourth year One of the most successful but I encourage others to give it May 12 we have done this, and it has ways I have been able to do this a try. Layreaders’ Day always been both a joy and a is to take either a Bible verse or challenge. a few lines from the Prayer Book with the Bishop During the past year I have and turn them over and over in endeavoured to consistently Effectively each day I have my mind. It is a little like chew- May 13 walk 10,000 steps per day and had a short pilgrimage, where ing on a piece of meat — getting * Parish of for the most part have suc- I have been able to spend time all the juice out of it. Ludlow and ceeded. This has been a benefit with God praying and bring- It is quite remarkable how Blissfield not only to my health, but also ing things to him which have this activity moves one from the David Edwards is to my soul. weighed on my mind. commotion of the streets around Diocesan Bishop of Fredericton. May 14 Moncton Archdeaconry Everything we have is a gift from God Men’s Dinner May 18-21 ime moves quickly, and we humans do not al- Christian education of Ugandan children. ways plan ahead but just live in the moment. I My own parish sponsors two students and I know Teens Encounter know I am guilty of this at times, usually when others in New Brunswick also sponsor students. Christ Twriting this column. Donating your talent, time or treasure will repay I write in the present, not for the time of publica- you many times over. I know that the time I volunteer May 22 tion most of the time. Hopefully from now on, I will in the school breakfast program gives back to me in Clergy Day plan better and have columns appropriate for the ways that a paid job never did. publication time, not the writing time. Everything we have is a gift from God, and he ex- May 23 - June 6 So while you will be reading this after Easter, I will pects us to use these gifts wisely to further the King- Michael Briggs reflect on Easter when God showed his infinite love dom, spreading the Good News and helping others. Annual for us by giving up Jesus on the cross as atonement In Matthew 25: 40 Jesus is teaching that when- Pilgrimage - for all our sins. ever we help others, it is the same as helping him. By Archdeaconry of How can we repay this great gift? The answer is donating talent, time and treasure to your Parish or Woodstock easy — by giving up of ourselves for the benefit of Diocese, you are helping others as both your Parish others as Jesus did for us. and your Diocese have outreach programs that help May 24 This can be done in a number of ways: volunteer- others. ing in some outreach program that your parish offers, In the words of the BCP taken from Chronicles, ‘All * Parish of volunteering in a community effort like a breakfast that is in the heaven and in the earth is thine. All things Richmond (in program in a local school, volunteering as a mentor come of thee and of thine own have we given thee.’ Hartland) in a school literacy program, increasing your offering Everything comes from God. We are simply stew- to your parish or Diocese. ards of these and are expected to return them. May 26 Consider sponsoring a child attending Bishop Mc- Diocesan Council Allister College where a New Brunswicker, the Rev. Michael Briggs is the diocesan stewardship officer. He Canon Paul Jeffries, has been a driving force in the lives in Moncton. May 27 Parish of THE HALL MUSIC BURSARY Wicklow, Wilmot, Scholarships available For those seeking education or study in church music. Established in 2008 and in memory of Malcolm Charles Peel and Aberdeen THE SCOTT CLARKSON EDUCATIONAL SCHOLARSHIP Hall and Elizabeth Edna (Wetmore) Hall of Woodstock, N.B. who (in Glassville) Preference is given to students enrolling in a program relating to offered a ministry of church music for many years as members of agriculture and/or who are residents of the Parish of Stanley, New choirs in the Parish of Woodstock. June 3 Brunswick. Eligibility: Awarded to persons who are actively pursuing educa- * Parish of Eligibility: Financial circumstances; Scholastic record; Extracur- tion in the discipline of Christian church music, with prefer- ricular activities and community involvement; Place of residence ence being given first to applicants from the Anglican Parish of Woodstock of the applicant; Program in which applicant is enrolled or intends Woodstock, Province of New Brunswick who are 16 or under. to enroll. However, all are encouraged to apply. Application deadline: 01 June 7 - 10 Application deadline: 31 May June. Applications: anglican.nb.ca/admin/$assistance Provincial House of Bishops and WHEN YOU ... listen with all your heart • honour your elders • encourage young people to take over the church often and Synod loudly • choose good over evil • welcome the stranger • write the government about the issues that matter • invite a co-worker to church • help your dad do housework • get messy with your Sunday school kids • say “Thank you Lord” * Confirmation and mean it • Tweet your blessings one by one • introduce your grandchildren to nature • read and share God’s word • ...THEN YOU ARE LIVING THE MARKS OF MISSION www.anglican.ca/marks 4 / The New Brunswick Anglican may 2018

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The Cost Of Homelessness:

Land needed 12 chronically and episodically homeless individuals’ use of public services one year before and one year after receiving stable, for project affordable housing in Fredericton SERVICES ACCESSED BEFORE AFTER Housing continued from page 1 and endorsed the plan. Its plan- HOUSING HOUSING ning department is well aware of Emergency services 34 1 moving into secure housing, the the plan and has been working Ambulance 9 1 12 residents in question used with the action group. government-funded services Fredericton has the unique Hospital services 136 17 rather frequently, but one year circumstance of having low Justice system interventions 465 30 after moving into stable, sub- vacancy rates and high rents, Police services 17 2 sidized housing, the statistics a devastating combination for clearly show a large drop in people needing inexpensive Detox services 98 56 serviced used, resulting in a sig- housing. In fact, the action Nights in emergency shelter 2,310 0 nificant cost saving to taxpayers. group says 7,720 households See the chart at right. spend more than 30 per cent of Just $10 spent on housing income on housing and a fright- and supports for the chronically ening 3,525 household spend homeless equals $21.72 in sav- more than 50 per cent of income ings related to health, justice and on housing. emergency services, according There is a 5.5 per cent apart- to information from the presen- ment vacancy rate in Frederic- tation. ton, and an average rent of $829 Faith’s presentation had one a month. In New Brunswick, word as its theme: Land. single income assistance recipi- Small or larger parcels or ents receive $537 a month. land, on or near bus routes and Faith spoke of one homeless other services like a pharmacy man who avoided food for seven and a grocery store, are needed weeks this past winter because to launch a housing project that he had no reliable place to use involves building micro houses. the bathroom. They have funding for 27 houses “People think we can’t afford of a 40-house project, but what to do it (housing) but we can’t they lack is land. afford not to,” she said. Ideally, parishes with land For those without land, but would be stirred to donate, no still wanting to help, there is a strings attached. Even small and smaller but highly meaning- irregularly shaped plots of land ful project. The action group is could work for small homes. seeking home starter baskets “We want to build this spring,” that youth groups, ACWs and she said. “We have a developer. other groups could donate. All we need is land… and no The baskets include a wide piece is too small. But you have to range of essential items for mcknight photo be willing to part with it.” a home, from light bulbs to The houses are tiny homes, laundry baskets. For informa- one-bedroom, with an area of tion on the baskets, visit https:// Faith McFarland was one of two presenters during an event that illustrated the realities of 450 square feet. One idea is to www.roadhomefredericton.com/ homelessness in Fredericton and what parishes could do to help alleviate it. Vacant land is the main have four in a cluster, although home-starter-boxes.html component missing from an ambitious plan to build 40 tiny homes, mostly for single homeless individuals. that would depend on the size of More information on home- Christ Church Cathedral hosted the event on March 24. the land donated. lessness is found at this link: The city has stepped forward roadhomefredericton.com

In March, readers were asked and seniors. to write letters to the editor on I hope COGS will take this whether the NB Anglican and under consideration. Thank Anglican Journal are important you for letting me express my Letter To to them, particularly the print thoughts. version. We’ve received several Phyllis Cathcart responses. Here are a few, with Ridgeville, Ont. The more slated for publication next month. Dear Editor: Retired clergy and • • • In our view, it is crucial to the spouses, including life of our diocese that the New widow(er)s, are invited Dear Editor: Brunswick Anglican continues to tea with Bishop Editor I feel we need to continue with to be printed. David on Wednesday, printed copies of our diocesan This publication provides the May 16, 2-4 p.m. at newspapers so that people who most comprehensive and effec- Bishop’s Court, 791 are not able to use the internet tive means of communication Brunswick St., can stay in touch with their dio- and exchange of information for Fredericton. cese and National Church. New Brunswick congregations. Not everyone is technologi- Bea Lockett, Jan Lockett RSVP to the Synod cally savvy, especially shut-ins Rothesay, N.B. Office 459-1801, ext. 223 may 2018 may 2018 The New Brunswick Anglican / 5

m i n i s t r y t o s e n i o r s A new calling In Saint John, Archdeacon Keith Osborne ministers to Anglicans in nursing homes

By Gisele McKnight “There is so much need for Keith at Loch Lomond. She has a attention,” said Keith. “We’ve team of eight volunteers, includ- When Archdeacon Keith Os- really hit on a dire need. They ing Keith, who deliver spiritual borne left parish ministry last share how they’ve been cut off. care to residents. year, he had no real intention of They miss their church. “A lot of ministers come in actually retiring. “I really thank Stuart Allan to do services, but Keith is here “I told the bishop I would be for his initiative. It was all his for one-on-one. He’s here to available for anything,” he said. idea to reconnect with An- establish relationships,” she said. The long-time priest in the glicans. They’ve fallen out of “That’s different. And I hear mcknight photo Parish of Pennfield is now the touch.” from the staff how important archdeacon of Saint John after Stuart applied for and re- that is.” Martha McGrath, who works in spiritual care at Loch Lomond the Rev. Canon Stuart Allan’s re- ceived funding from the Fi- Keith does do services, and he Villa, teams up with Archdeacon Keith Osborne to deliver services to tirement. In addition, he will be nance Committee and Diocesan finds both Anglicans and others Anglicans and others at the home. Keith visits seven nursing homes in speaking at the pre-retirement Council using money from the happy to see him. Saint John, building relationships with residents and bringing home conference in late April, guid- Dorothy Wilkes bequest. The “They see someone with a communion to many Anglicans living there. ing other priests on the path to Parish of Coldbrook-St. Mary, collar on and they’re drawn,” he retirement, or semi-retirement, Keith’s home parish where he said. as is his case. serves as honorary assistant, Keith is training a team of “I guess I am considered a administers the funds for the 10 laypeople from four par- success because I found a job three-year project. ishes to join him. It was at the relationships. “I guess I gravitate toward after retirement,” he said. “But it “They wanted to try it out and fall Greater Chapter meeting The ideal volunteer is one that sort of thing — trying to really found me.” see how it works and if it would that the Rev. Steven Scribner of who feels called, said Keith. encourage and support.” Since last October, Keith has be a viable ministry,” said Keith. Trinity came with four names “People who feel they have Keith will give a report each been spending 10 hours a week But he already knows the for Keith. Others at the meeting the confidence to meet a year, and after three years, it will leading an innovative ministry answer to that question. talked to Keith and the team was complete stranger and form a be up to the diocese whether the to Anglican seniors in the Saint “A lot have been in hospital formed. relationship, share their faith, pilot project continues, though John area. He visits seven nurs- for who knows how long,” said “It’s basically how to interact but mostly it’s someone with he hopes it will expand rather ing home facilities and would Martha McGrath, who works with nursing home residents,” empathy and compassion.” than end. like to expand it to special care in the spiritual care department he said. “How to focus on really Keith sees his skills and expe- Until then, Keith will show up homes as well. at Loch Lomond Villa in Saint confirming they are being loved rience as a good fit for a minis- each week at the seven nursing Those seven nursing homes John. and supported.” try to seniors. homes with a list of Anglican house at least 75 Anglicans. “They are out of touch with Part of the training is intro- “I think I have a pastor’s residents and a home com- Some have Alzheimer’s but still their parish. When they know ducing volunteers to the staff heart,” he said. “It’s one of my munion set to meet the need, recognize the collar. Parish- you’re coming back, they make a and choosing a nursing home, strengths — to support people in help curb the loneliness and ioners are happy to see him, connection. It’s a bond.” because having the same person their need, whether it’s sickness reconnect with parishioners and receive communion and chat. Martha works closely with visiting is vital to forming those or whatever. others.

YMCA Newcomer Connections, St. Luke’s team up for baking

The Saint John Regional YMCA The students were split up Newcomer Connections LINC into four groups and moved in 3 and 4 classes used St. Luke’s various stations that included Parish of Portland church on baking cookies with the as- Wednesday, March 28 to bake sistance of the ladies from the cookies as part of their Food and ACW, conversation station, a Nutrition month. writing exercise and two new- Students, who are all adults, comer guest speakers who own, ranged mostly from Syria and operate or work within the food China with some from Bangla- industry in the city. desh and Somalia as well. It was a great morning and YIG Chair Jason Smith, about seven dozen cookies were submitted photo whose day job is an English made and donated towards the instructor with Newcomer Con- Loaves and Fishes program at St. nections, reached out to Rob Luke’s. ACW members at St. Luke’s, Parish of Portland, and others lent a hand recently to help the YMCA Pitman about using St. Luke’s A big thanks to Rob Pitman Newcomer Connections program bake cookies in the church kitchen. Here is the group at St. Luke’s after a facilities to bake cookies with and the ACW ladies for your successful exercise learning English through baking and conversation among new friends. their classes. help and opportunity.

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a r o u n d t h e d i o c e s e On a mission to New Brunswick Twinamatsiko family settles into a new life in the Parish of Pennfield

By Gisele McKnight

After two visits to New Bruns- wick, the Rev. Caleb and Hope Twinamatsiko just couldn’t get enough. “We were inspired by the way Canadians live and interact,” said Caleb. “People receive you without even ever knowing you.” Caleb is the new rector in the Parish of Pennfield. He, Hope; their son, Treasure, 15; and daughter, Trust, 14, ar- rived in early March. Caleb worked all his adult life at Bishop McAllister Col- lege in Uganda, rising from student to headmaster. The college’s rector is Canon Paul Jeffries, from the Diocese of Fredericton, and there has been a long and blessed relationship between the two places.

So in 2015, Caleb and Hope mcknight photo were sent to visit New Bruns- wick and Saskatchewan on a At home in their rectory in Pennfield: Hope and Caleb Twinamatsiko, with parish warden Tony Munn behind them. goodwill trip. Then in 2017, they visited again, where Caleb spoke at the ACW annual meeting, and Hope spoke at the Mothers’ Union annual rally. said ‘I think I have somebody.’ tory that needed work. with bad weather. The chil- them. From those trips, the seeds He asked me if we’d be inter- The willing people in the dren’s first-ever flights, from Then another storm hit, and were planted. At the ACW ested in interviewing,” he said, Parish of Pennfield painted the Kampala to Brussels, Belgium Tony and his wife, Kim, had meeting last May, Caleb adding the answer was yes. house from top to bottom and and on to Montreal, were the pleasure of teaching the approached Bishop David Ed- A few weeks later, they got laid new floors in the down- exciting — until they found kids how to make a snowman wards with a question: is there the details with the same ques- stairs rooms. But the house themselves in a small plane in in the front yard. any chance of doing ministry tion: are you interested? was completely empty. a snowstorm from Montreal to Hope & the children here? The answer: anything is “Absolutely!” was the reply. “I got up in church and Saint John. Hope has given up a great possible. Tony Skyped the couple a day said ‘they’re not putting any “The plane was so rough. deal to follow God’s will and “We thought about it several before the interview to make furniture in their suitcases. We Our daughter said, ‘Daddy, we Caleb’s calling. She left behind times,” said Caleb. “We would sure everything worked, and need to furnish the place,’” said are going to land in the bush!’ a thriving career as a univer- be leaving everything behind the actual interview went well. Tony. “The first night we had a She held my hand the whole sity lecturer and counsellor in — friends, family. We con- “It was unanimous,” said complete living room set. And time,” said Caleb. psychology. templated and prayed about it. Tony. “There was no hesita- it just kept coming. But it all worked out. They “I will sit home for five or And we were convinced this tion from anybody. We had “Right to the Sunday before arrived to find several people six months while we settle in,” was the time to come. 10 questions and he answered they arrived, things we still they had met here or in Ugan- she said. “Anything I can do in “When we were convinced them all very well. They were coming in. The response from da, people from the parish and the church, I will. this was the right thing to do, the answers we hoped for.” our congregation was just even the bishop. “I want to make sure the we started praying how. God Hope was a part of the phenomenal. When things are “It was the most exciting children are OK going to has answered our prayers.” interview, and it was obvious asked to be done for the right time in our lives, both for school. At the same time I Work in the parish that she would be an integral reason, God’s will gets done.” landing safely and because of don’t want to see my career go Parish warden Tony Munn part of her husband’s ministry. In fact, when the family ar- so many people there,” said down completely. But I’m not has been Caleb’s go-to guy, Pennfield would be getting a rived March 8, their new home Caleb. “Tony, Michael and in a hurry.” chauffeur and new best friend. team. was equipped with every con- Anna Caines, but to see the She is gifted in crafting and He recounts the process that The couple navigated the ceivable item they could need bishop — we felt so loved, so hopes to teach some African began with Archdeacon Keith immigration requirements, but — from towels to toothpaste, welcome.” arts and crafts. Osborne’s retirement in July. the bigger problem in Pen- dustpan to dishes. They were driven to their The children’s first day at “The bishop was here Oct. nfield was keeping it a secret. Arrival new home where the congre- 25 for a confirmation and he Then there was the empty rec- Arrival day came complete gation had a meal waiting for Pennfield continued on page 7 may 2018 may 2018 The New Brunswick Anglican / 7

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Family is feeling loved and welcomed in Pennfield

Pennfield continued After only a few days, they’ve from page 1 met their neighbours, and had many calls from Anglican school in St. George was excit- friends, priests, their archdea- ing, said Hope. Kim is a for- con and the bishop. mer teacher and paved the way “I want to thank the bishop for a smooth introduction. The for giving us an opportunity family met the principal and to be here and for making the each child was assigned a small process so simple,” said Caleb. group of students as buddies. “And I appreciate my friend, They love their school, Tony — together with his wife, said their parents, and they have done more than what we are finding it much easier to actually feel should have been approach their teachers here. done — day and night!” They’ve found fellow students The Twinamatsikos are willing to help out, and they looking forward to their min- are enjoying a much shorter istry in Canada. school day than the 10-11 “This is a rare opportunity hours in Uganda. we do not take for granted,” Driving in NB said Hope. “When I shared One of the first tasks for with my parents, they said ‘Go. Caleb will be getting a driver’s Be good ambassadors.’”

licence. He had one in Uganda, submitted photo As for how long they will be but he has to start over here. in Canada, the family is leav- Tony noted there is no wait- The welcoming party at Saint John International Airport included parish people, plus others ing everything in God’s hands. ing period between the written Hope and Caleb Twinamatsiko already knew, and Bishop David Edwards. The Twinamatsiko children, “We shall be here as long as test and road test, but if he fails, son, Treasure (in red mittens) and daughter, Trust (in orange coat) are seen at the centre of the photo. God has called us to be,” said he will have to begin the entire Caleb. “We hope that God will process as if he were a new driv- give us a blessed ministry. We er. Since they are in a rural area the family, as is the house. than we thought we could use.” welcome and at home,” said hope together we shall work at without public transportation, “We love the setting here,” The first Sunday for the fam- Caleb. having the love of God visible, the family will need a vehicle. said Caleb. “There are lots of ily was March 11, and both Tony A rare opportunity reaching the community. Their house is a few hundred trees. This is nice. and Caleb were happy with the He and Hope are very “It is God’s call to have us metres from the church. “We love the house. It’s an turnout and the interest. thankful to the community, the serve. I believe he is going to That rural area, though, is excellent house with enough “I told the people on Sun- parish and the diocese for the enrich us as a family and as the meeting with approval from room,” he said. “We have more day, we are feeling loved, very welcome and the opportunity. church here in Pennfield.”

Meet your Diocesan Council members DC members were asked to answer • I worship in the Parish of Salis- the following questions: What is bury and Havelock. your background and/or career, • Jesus is my friend who is always and how has that prepared you for there. He is my helper in time your work on DC? Why did you of need and shares in my joy in decide to become involved with the good times. He listens to my DC? What parish do you worship prayers and if I listen, he guides in? Who is Jesus to you? What is me in my life’s journey. your hope for the diocese? I hope the diocese will work Susan Jack Cheryl Young hand-in-hand with the parishes Cheryl Young by listening to them, giving them • I was a school teacher, am mar- support and ultimately building ried with three children who are a solid relationship of respect for zheimer’s. ings of our Diocese. When the married and I have six grandchil- one another. As a warden I helped lead my opportunity presented itself, I was dren. I have taught Sunday school, I hope that the diocese will church/parish (St. George’s/Parish more than happy to jump in. sung in the church choir plus a grow in knowledge, in truth, in of Carleton) through an amalga- • I worship at the Church of the community choir, am our church love and in faith and that it will mation with St. Jude’s (Parish of Good Shepherd in the Parish of organist, an ACW member and lead the parishes to the same. Victoria). Sadly our new Parish of Lancaster in Saint John. treasurer and Synod delegate. West Saint John was dissolved in • Jesus is who I want everyone to I was the lay person in our Susan Jack 2015. see in me and he is who I want to archdeaconry for the Rural and • I spent my working career This upheaval and change see in everyone I encounter. Struggling Parishes committee. in Finance and Engineering at within my parish has provided • I believe we are at a significant This has given me an insight on NBTel/Bell Aliant. After 33 years significant insight into how we turning point in the Anglican the parish level. I was blessed to be able to retire as individuals deal with change. church in New Brunswick. Our • This is my faith community and at the age of 53. In the five years At the same time it provided me congregations are generally aging because of my background, I had since I have filled my days with with my first interaction with our and I worry about our future. a desire to learn more and a will- team training at the gym, volun- Diocese as we worked through My hope for our diocese is ingness to contribute in some teer work at a nursing home and these difficult years. that we can proactively reset our capacity by offering my time and my church, and looking after my • For me it was an opportunity to course to ensure a long-term pres- talents to Diocesan Council. mother who is living with Al- gain more insight into the work- ence and impact in our province. 8 / The New Brunswick Anglican may 2018

d i o c e s e a n c o u n c i l Diocesan Council highlights from March 17

By Gisele McKnight

The March 17th meeting of Diocesan Council was held at the St. John’s Anglican Church hall in Oromocto. Bishop Da- vid’s homily was inspired by St. Patrick Day. “My mind is taken by Celtic Christianity and how the Irish saved civilization, according to Thomas Cahill,” he said. Because the Irish were so far away from the destruction of the Huns and others, a lot of the Greek texts were success- fully protected by the Celtic monks, he said. “There are certain things about Celtic Christianity that would do us good to remem- ber,” said David. “My episcopal ring reflects Celtic Christian- ity with its emphasis on the Trinity. “Often we become so Christ-centred, God and the Holy Spirit get left behind. Celtic Christianity reminds us of the Trinity.” In addition, the Celtic Christians found their mission statement in Genesis 12: ‘Go to a land I will show you.’ “They got in a boat and sailed, and when they hit on something, they got out,” he said. “This was the land God was showing them.” The bishop equated this practice with our own dioc- Two motions involved the Synod has contributed to that members into groups to dis- with this: The task is to foster esan mission — not know nec- Rev. Bob LeBlanc. Both were conversation,” said the bishop. cuss what sign should be hung a community that is radically essarily knowing where we’re passed. Last fall Rod Black was outside our churches. different, so people can say going, but seeking in mission chosen the clergy representa- St. Andrews Land Sales “We live in a messed up ‘there’s something different anyway. tive on Diocesan Council, but A motion to approve the world — violence, prejudice, about you.’ Another interesting Celtic with his collation as archdea- Land Sale Agreement protocol racism, poverty, greed, pride, Christian practice was that con, that left the clergy rep for the Parish of St. Andrews envy lust, gluttony,” he said. “If PWRDF their building was an econom- position open. Therefore, Bob was approved. you watch the news for even Diocesan PWRDF repre- ic hub in the community. was approved as the new clergy 10 minutes, they’ll hit on many sentative Anne Walling gave “There was a multitude rep for the Archdeaconry of Safe Church of these.” an update on the organization, of talents within and it was a Woodstock. The Ven. Cathy Laskey not- But there is good news, he defining it as the Canadian place from which you went As well, the Nominating ed the need for police criminal said. Anglican agency for devel- out,” said David. “It was a Committee put forth Bob LeB- record checks and Safe Church “Jesus has invited messed up opment, relief, refugees and holistic approach to faith. lanc’s name for the position of training to be completed by people — you and me — to justice, integral to the ministry The community of faith was Diocesan Ecumenical Officer. the end of April. partner with him in the re- of the Anglican Church of responsible to the geographic Council approved the appoint- There is training scheduled demption of the world.” Canada. The Primate’s World place in which it sat.” ment. for April 7 in Bathurst, and an- The church is to be a fore- Relief Development Fund is Finally, the bishop noted the other one in Moncton in May. taste of things to come —living celebrating its 60th anniver- reverence the Celtic Christians Family Court Mediation As well, Safe Church officer together in harmony in God’s sary next year and is gearing had for creation. Bishop David received Ben Bourque has put training kingdom, he said. up for celebrations now. “We need to think about further correspondence from on video so that parishes don’t “For the church to be a Anne spoke of a recent trip that — this idea that God is in the attorney-general of New have to wait for a session. credible sign, a foretaste and by Debora Kantor of the Parish the created order and behind Brunswick regarding our con- To fill a Safe Church media- an instrument, it needs to be a of Cambridge & Waterborough the created order and part of cern over the lack of mediation tor vacancy, the Nominating community rich with the fruits to Malawi through Canadian our journey.” in family court. Committee identified the Rev. of the spirit: love, joy, peace, Food Grains Bank, which part- He ended with the notion This second letter noted that David Alston. Diocesan Coun- patience, kindness, goodness, ners with PWRDF. that it’s easy to romanticize the many of the issues the diocese cil approved his appointment. faithfulness, gentleness and Anne also highlighted the Celts, but there are core facets raised have been raised by oth- self-control. contributions of this diocese in their tradition that are vital ers, and that the department Faith Formation “When you meet, is this over the years. Since 2008, we to our faith. is working towards improving Shawn Branch, parish de- what you display?” he asked. have donated $1.17 million the system. velopment officer, led a session After the various groups Housekeeping motions “It’s good to know our on faith formation, putting reported back, Shawn ended DC continued on page 9 may 2018 may 2018 The New Brunswick Anglican / 9

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PAGE 8 TOP: At Diocesan Council from left, Cheryl Young, Coralie Losier, Susan Jack, the Ven. Rod Black, the Rev. Teddy Quann, David Bell, the Ven. Keith Osborne, Sandra Craft, the Ven. John Matheson and Shawn Branch; PAGE 8 LEFT: Chancellor David Bell speaks, with the Vens. John Matheson and Keith Osborne at right; PAGE 8 RIGHT: Lunch was a hit, prepared with help from these ladies: from right: Donna Mulholland, Joan LeBlanc and Elaine McIntyre. PAGE 9 ABOVE: Working in small groups, with Siobhan Laskey, William Ross, the Ven. Rob Marsh and Robert Taylor.

Diocesan council highlights include amendments for Diocesan Synod

DC continued from page 8 and see the many projects David Bell introduced four says misleadingly that upon an incumbent to chair the they’re working on: pwrdf.org motions, to be recommended winning the election, he or she annual meeting of parishio- dollars to PWRDF. . As well, you are encouraged to November’s Diocesan Syn- “shall be declared elected to ners. Council member Siobhan “You really are the most to find out who your parish od, one of which was tabled, the office of bishop.” Laskey suggested a change in generous people,” said Anne. PWRDF representative is and three of which were passed. David’s amendment was to wording to increase clarity She told the group that in also watch for news of 60th The first was an amend- change the words “declared in the proposed amendment this past season, more than anniversary events. ment of the Synod constitution elected to the office of bishop” by replacing “annual meet- 8,400 items had been pur- regarding term limits on the to “declared bishop-elect.” ing” with “annual meeting of chased from the World of Gifts Council Executive Meeting seven elected lay members A bishop-elect then must parishioners.” The chancellor Guide that normally comes out An executive meeting of Di- on Diocesan Council. David be confirmed by the Provincial agreed with the revised word- at Christmas, including 2,640 ocesan Council was held Feb. found that with the applica- House of Bishops and finally, ing. goats. 26 to deal with one issue. With tion of term limits, it “would consecrated, yet our canon Because the chancellor’s “Goats have captured our Irene Adams retiring, it was probably prevent some of them makes no mention of those motions deal with canons, imaginations,” said Anne, par- felt the Synod Office needed from continuing to serve on things. The motion to add these will end up on the Dioc- ticularly in our diocese. another signing authority. Per- Council because they would references to these steps was esan Synod floor for debate in Recently the Parish of Salis- sonnel and Safe Church Officer fall into the category of those passed. November. bury & Havelock had a “Goat Ben Bourque was appointed a rendered ineligible by term David’s third motion, an Finally, the chancellor Watch” fundraiser during Advent signing officer. limits to be elected from their amendment to Canon Four, reminded members of the Rev. and purchased 38 goats. Last year parish and hence to be mem- was tabled. Daniel McMullen’s notice of the Parish of Cambridge and Amendments bers of their Greater Chapter “Neither Diocesan Synod motion to lower the age ceil- Waterborough bought 30 goats, Chancellor David Bell gave and hence to be in a position nor Diocesan Council can ing for youth delegates from 35 and this year, 35. an overview of his role and to represent the Chapter on manage the day-to-day run- to 25. This too will be debated The Parish of Central Kings that of the vice-chancellor, Diocesan Council. ning of the diocese,” said at Diocesan Synod. bought 10 goats and 40 chickens. noting that few lawyers are “This is undesirable because David. “In effect it is the Bishop David noted some “The gifts of livestock have Synod delegates nowadays, so stability of Diocesan Council bishop who does this. Yet that highlights of the Partners For the power to improve the lives that diocesan legal officers and membership is important.” is not there [in the canon] and Youth Inc. annual report on of families,” said Anne, adding a specialized Constitution and The amendment was to al- it seems to me it should be Safe Harbour House. Part that when the animals produce Canons committee are neces- low the seven elected members recognized. of the agreement made with offspring, they are shared with sary. to serve out the remained of “It’s not meant to change the diocese was to provide others in the villages, spread- He noted the Constitu- their term on Diocesan Coun- things; it’s meant to capture an annual report to Diocesan ing the blessing exponentially. tions & Canons Committee cil even if, because of term what’s happening. It’s impor- Council. Finally, the parishes of has 10 members. Because of limits, they have ceased to be a tant to have this down on A delicious soup lunch was suburban Moncton previously his expertise, vice-chancellor parish delegate or substitute to p ap e r.” prepared by St. John’s Anglican donated money to buy two Kelly VanBuskirk deals with Diocesan Synod. The motion Council chose to table this with a St. Patrick’s Day theme. bicycle ambulances and two any questions on employment, was passed. amendment for discussion at The next meeting of Dioc- solar lights and this year raised while the chancellor deals The second amendment, the next meeting. esan Council will be Saturday, $4,000 for two wells. with other legal questions. The to Canon Three, dealt with The chancellor’s fourth mo- May 26 at Camp Brookwood, Anne noted that gifts can chancellor reviews some of the wording in the section on the tion was for an amendment to which will be during Bishop be purchased from the Christ- documents going in and/or out election and appointment of Canon Six, parish governance. David’s pilgrimage in the mas World of Gifts guide all of the synod office. Much of bishops. It takes more than an This proposed Archdeaconry of Woodstock. year long. To learn more about his work deals with property election to become a bishop, change would make it pos- Written with files from David PWRDF, visit their website questions and trusts. yet the wording in our canon sible for a cleric who was not Peer. 10 / The New Brunswick Anglican may 2018

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Bishop’s Pilgrimage # 4 Archdeaconry of Woodstock

Wed May 23 Evening Prayer and overnight at St. Luke’s, Woodstock 2 km Thu May 24 Walk to Holy Trinity, Hartland, via Great Trail; 20.6 km

Walk across the Hartland covered bridge and back 2 km Evening Confirmation service at Holy Trinity

Fri May 25 Walk to Good Shepherd, Florenceville-Bristol, via Great Trail 18.5 km

Visit to McCain factory, approx. 4 p.m., return to Good Shepherd Sat May 26 Diocesan Council at Camp Brookwood

Overnight at Camp Brookwood or Christ Church, Glassville Sun May 27 Holy Eucharist at Christ Church, Glassville 15.6 km Walk to Camp Brookwood Mon May 28 Drive to St. John the Baptist, Edmundston; Circular walk in Edmundston distance tbd Tue May 29 Drive to Grand Falls for walk along Gorge Trail 1.5 km

Drive to St. Paul’s, Limestone Sidings for midday prayers

Walk to St. Ansgar’s, New Denmark, via Lake Edwards 12.7 km Wed May 30 Drive to St. Helen’s, Arthurette for Morning Prayer Walk to Trinity, Perth-Andover, via Appalachian Trail 20.2 km Thu May 31 Walk to St. George’s, Bairdsville 15.4 km Fri June 1 Drive to Meduxnekeag Valley Nature Preserve 10 km Walk preserve trails, then to St. Mark’s, Jackson Falls, for midday prayers (Includes visit to the “wash line” potato packing operation)

Walk to St. John’s, Richmond Corner; Evening service of Consecration 11.7 km of St. John’s Sat June 2 Drive to St. Paul’s, Kirkland for Morning Prayer Walk to St. David’s Presbyterian Church 3.4 km Drive to St. Mary the Virgin, Benton, for midday prayers

Walk to Hays Falls 12.9 km Drive to Christ Church, Lower Woodstock Sun June 3 Holy Eucharist at St. Luke’s, Woodstock

Walk to Christ Church, Lower Woodstock 7.9 km

Drive to Holy Trinity, Canterbury, followed by circular walk 2.5 km Mon June 4 Walk to Johnson Station Esso near NB-2 exit 212 10.3 km

Drive to St. Luke’s, Temperance Vale, for midday prayers Unless otherwise noted, Morning and Evening Prayer will be said Walk to Nackawic Wesleyan Church via NB Trail & Nackawic Nature trail 11.4 km daily at overnight locations. IMPORTANT REMINDER - This is the Drive to St. Clement’s, Prince William tentative schedule as it was available at Tue June 5 Walk to Kings Landing 10.5 km press time. Before heading out to join the pilgrimage, check the website for the latest Drive to All Saints, Magaguadavic, for short walk and closing service 3.4 km route information: anglican.nb.ca may 2018 may 2018 The New Brunswick Anglican / 11

L e n t e n T a l k s Bishop Hockin wraps up Lenten series with talk on Prodigal Son

By Gisele McKnight hard work. He’s a Pharisee.” Bill told the story of his ap- Retired Bishop Bill Hockin’s final pointment of a warden long Lenten series talk took place ago. After that, he received a March 12 at the Crowne Plaza in letter from a parishioner, a well- Fredericton before a large crowd. known man in the province. He His talk was based on Luke disagreed with the appointment 15:11-32, the parable of the of the warden, saying he lived prodigal son, or as Bill said, a chaotic life, was a drunk and prodigal sons. He entitled his much more. talk The Scandal of the Free If the appointment was to Lunch. stick, ‘I will never go there Bill skipped to the end of the again,’ he told Bill. story when the lost son returns, They met to discuss the issue quoting the joyous father who with Bill defending the man, said, “Quick, bring the best!” citing the fact that the man had “They all sat down, with the been sober for 20 years and had exception of one — the older helped countless people also get brother. It is the perfect Lenten sober. parable.” “It’s your decision, but the It has moral and religious warden stays,” he told the man. failure, separation and reconcili- “We never saw him again. It was

ation, forgiveness and grace. submitted photo spiritual condemnation. He was “This is the free lunch that unwilling to offer grace.” none of us deserves,” he said, After delivering his three Lenten talks at the Crowne Plaza, retired Bishop Bill Hockin presented them Bill further explained the adding this banquet of prime for parishioners at Christ Church (Parish) Church on the weekend of March 17. This photo shows him at the story, saying the father in the rib, 12 ounces on every plate, is a church delivering one of the talks. parable is God, while the older metaphor for grace. son is a Pharisee. The banquet is “This is the story of how two a metaphor for grace, “all made sons react to that grace. It’s also possible by the life, suffering, the story of the second son who “The father doesn’t argue,” sance and many other wonders told of a time in her life when death and resurrection of Jesus.” stayed home, worked hard, be- said Bill. “Sometimes love packs of the European continent, but it her 21-year marriage failed, and “The prodigal son’s journey haved himself and probably sang up and goes.” completely leaves out the Chris- she quickly remarried a man she of faith and repentance shows in the choir. He refused to go in. It is only later that the son re- tian link and legacy, making the had met a month earlier. Within us there is more to our life, that “What I hope to show is the alizes his only chance at life is to union clearly secular, he said. days she realized the gravity of leaving out the father doesn’t inherent danger of how secular- go home to his father. His plan is All this reiterates the notion her mistake and she left. work,” he said. ism and religious practice can to swallow his pride and be his that ‘my validity as a person is ‘No girl wants to disap- “The story is also a sad warn- smother the idea of a free lunch,” father’s servant on the farm. from myself.’ point her father, let alone Billy ing of the older son — that reli- he said. “But the reception is not at “It is an endless loop of delu- Graham,’ she recounted. She gious and spiritual pride blocks He noted the family dy- all what he expects,” said Bill. “It sion leading to narcissism or played out various scenarios and smothers grace.” namics in place. No mother is was the father’s right to say ‘no self-loathing,” said Bill. in her head as she drove to her Bill ended with his usual mentioned, so it appears to be a free lunch here,’ but his father Back to the text, Bill quoted father’s home. What she found benediction: And now, go in father and his two sons working runs to meet him, saying ‘quick, the words, “He began to be in was a loving father with open peace, and as you go, please the farm. It is a family with ser- bring the best’” — the best robe, want.” arms who greeted her this way: remember: That it is by the good- vants, so they are likely well off. ring, shoes. “Sounds like a very lonely guy ‘Welcome home, daughter. We ness of God you were born. And The tradition was that the older “It was extravagance totally to me,” said Bill. “For the secular love you.’ also remember that it is by the son would get two-thirds of the undeserved,” he said. person, it’s admitting something Neither she, nor the prodigal love and mercy of Jesus Christ estate, while the younger son So how might we see our- is missing in life. It’s coming to son, was too proud to accept a that you are forgiven and set free. would get one-third. selves in the story? Bill asked the our senses, looking for more handout of amazing grace, said Bill. Please remember that none of Wanting his inheritance early audience. somewhere on the journey, not And now, the other son. He us leaves this place alone today. likely would put a strain on the The Rev. Dr. Timothy Keller unlike Paul’s surprise encounter was loyal, faithful, a hard worker. He goes with us; He promised He family and the farm — one less of Redeemer Presbyterian with the Divine. Upon hearing the news that his would. And, while some may call worker, and the loss of a lot of Church in Manhattan describes “For the prodigal son, it’s younger brother is back, he was us servant, He has always called cash. secularism as taking our in- returning to his father’s home angry and resentful, accusing his us friend. And therefore, in the “This is a burden to the two heritance — our religious art, and being embraced, getting his father of injustice. strength of that powerful friend- left behind,” said Bill. Y“ et the literature, our traditions of robe, his ring back. During the celebrations, ship, we go out now to love and to father says yes.” compassion and values — while “It is the sudden realization his father leaves his guests and serve until we meet again. Amen. But in making this request leaving God out. that we are loved by someone we comes out to talk. On the weekend of March 17, and it being granted, the young- The 2004 constitution of the can’t even see.” “The older brother, he had a Bill presented his three Lenten er son is, in effect, declaring his European Union describes the Bill recounted the recent real problem with grace,” said talks to parishioners at Christ father dead and breaking the wonders of Greek and Roman funeral of Billy Graham, where Bill. “What qualified him to sit at Church (Parish) Church, where bond between father and son. history and culture, the Renais- Graham’s daughter spoke. She his father’s table was loyalty and he is an honorary assistant.

The annual Stewardship Conference is taking this Are you Heart for Asia Prayer Conference living a year off. It will be back in Thrust Out To Serve, with Kevin & Jessica Teh 2019. Watch for details. questionable and Misa, appointees to serve in East Asia life? June 1-3, Crandall University, 333 Gorge Rd., Moncton Surprise Register online: heartforasia.ca the World! 12 / The New BruNswick ANglicAN may 2018 may 2018 The New BruNswick ANglicAN / 13

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left: the Rev. dAn mcmullen, Kyle McGraw, Nat Fetter and TJ Trenzek-Jeall around the kitchen table in the Apohaqui rectory.

ABOVE LEFT: TJ TrEnzEk-JEALL readies the steak fajitas for serving.

ABOVE rIGHT: TJ TrEnzEk-JEALL and Nat Fetter practice the music for Sunday services.

I appreciate the fact that a church job is not something you finish at 4 o’clock and you’re done for the day,” said Nat. “You go to the shelter, a food “ bank, then come back and you’re still in contact with people. It doesn’t end. Ascension house There is still someone who needs you. This is seeing what a church career looks like. Community student mission is noisy, busy, fulfilling, fun which meant Dan was using an mP3 80-year-olds, and they’ve got the fire!” field and hampton, serving lunch to ing, serving,” said Dan. “i got in the car player. TJ agrees, and appreciates the strong hampton high students every other and said ‘we’re doing it!’” he told the congregation, ‘these guys role models who have befriended him. week, volunteering at the Apohaqui rec- it was a definite god moment, he will do music, but it will be guitars and “it’s cool to see how dedicated they reation centre and providing the music said. By Gisele McKniGht one. There is a chore chart on the wall pays them $11 an hour for 30 hours a go to work by myself, maybe in a mall,” drums.’ “They were all for it!” are. They shouldn’t be moving tables, but ministry each sunday. The six-month experiment wraps that is largely ignored. week as community outreach workers. said TJ. Dan chooses the songs and the boys they are dedicated to serving. here i am The six months has been an eye- up in late April, when all four of them As many clergy families will attest, No one has emerged as the cook, kyle works full-time at Tim horton’s so he jumped at the chance to practice through the week. Nat plays the a young man who hates to get up in the opener for Nat. will be on the missional pilgrimage to sometimes a rectory doesn’t feel much but they get by. They’ve perfected a few and helps run youth group at st. Paul’s continue a life centred on christ, with drums, while kyle and TJ play guitar. morning and make my bed! “i appreciate the fact that a church Toronto. like a home, at least not at first. mexican dishes, though they haven’t in rothesay, and pitches in whenever his his friends, working as a community “At the beginning we weren’t too “it’s so cool to see. They’re here job is not something you finish at 4 None of the boys plans to be back That’s how the rev. Dan mcmullen learned much baking. schedule allows. missioner. good,” said TJ. “But afterwards people because they want to be in the commu- o’clock and you’re done for the day,” he at camp medley this summer, a real felt. he lived in the Apohaqui rectory “we don’t have to bake because the Together, they live as a team of mis- Nat had just finished a year at st. would come up to us and say ‘that was n it y.” said. “you go to the shelter, a food bank, change for all of them who have spent for a year, feeling somewhat alone in his ladies do that for us!” said TJ. “They love sioners — as assistants to Dan, and also Thomas university and was unsure of so good, guys.’ it was so encouraging.” then come back and you’re still in con- between two and four years at the camp. first charge as missioner-priest in the to feed us. it’s wonderful. That’s the level working on their own. his future. coming from working at They also produce a podcast each Busy household tact with people. it doesn’t end. TJ will probably be off to halifax to kennebecasis Valley and the Parish of of caring here.” They serve in Apohaqui, Belleisle camp medley, he wanted “to take a week, which came from a book, Crazy A typical day at the house starts with “There is still someone who needs find a job and an apartment. he has upper kennebecasis. The community takes care of them, creek, Bloomfield, upham and hamp- formative year to be involved in mission. Love by Francis chan, that TJ was read- morning Prayer at 8:30. (They also do you. This is seeing what a church career been accepted to Dalhousie university’s But life in the rectory has been much and they take care of the community. ton, in the church and in the commu- i wanted to see what sort of mission i ing. lectio Divina and a bible study during looks like. therapeutic recreation program. different lately. it’s noisy, full, and maybe it’s an experiment in missional living, nity. They provide music for sunday ser- was interested in — local or overseas. it he just wanted to talk about it so the week.) Then it’s off to whatever their “i am going to miss the community Nat is hoping to work with autistic a bit messy at times. similar to that of Bishop’s court in Fred- vices, run youth groups, help out at seems like a great opportunity.” much that the idea to share the conver- schedule demands — a meeting, a com- when i leave. There has been a lot of children this summer and return to The New Brunswick Anglican ericton. And like Bishop’s court, god’s meetings, fundraisers, luncheons and so kyle had worked under the same sation, via podcast, was a no-brainer. munity event, a youth group. They try to bonding with people,” he said. “The sTu. dropped by for lunch recently — deli- hand has been on it from the beginning. on. youth program at camp medley last eat together at least once a day. community down here is phenomenal. kyle is hoping to be accepted at me- cious steak fajitas — to hear about who year and wasn’t sure where to go next. intergenerational Friendships “we work a lot together,” said TJ. “This year, the biggest learning thing morial university in st. John’s to study lives there and why. God’s Design Finding Their Way “Then Dan sent me a message that it’s been a huge adjustment for all “And we serve a lot of tea!” for me has been seeing what an adult anthropology. For six months, starting last October, it all came about rather by accident, it was tenuous at first, four guys living there was an extra room in the house. i three boys. Nat is from Fredericton and On sundays, they often go one way mission life is like.” And Dan will be back to living in an Dan has been sharing his rectory. or more accurately, by god’s design. together. Nat and TJ had just come from met TJ and we packed my stuff in a u- the other two are from moncton, so liv- while Dan goes the other, depending empty rectory. Nat Fetter, 19, and TJ Trenzek-Jeall, Dan was meeting with youth and in- their parents’ homes. haul,” said kyle. ing in the tiny hamlet of Apohaqui has on where Dan is preaching and which God Moment “in may it will be a cleaner, quieter 18, have been on a parish student mis- tergenerational ministries director colin “i was a fresh baby moving out and taken some getting used to. churches are relying on music from the There are times when Dan doubted house, but i think i’ll miss them,” said sion headquartered at the house. Joining mcDonald about something unrelated, learning to live as an adult,” said TJ. “For Guitars & Drums But they have discovered a vibrant, boys. the wisdom of the plan, but god has Dan. “i know the parishes will miss them in some mission activities has been when colin mentioned his disappoint- the first week i ate pizza pockets every During the six months, the boys have caring community wherever they’ve Because they are busy on sunday, been there to reassure him. them a lot.” kyle mcgraw, 20. ment that a plan for the boys to do mis- night for supper. But’s it’s better now.” become a fixture in the area, feeling gone, both inside and outside the they have chosen Friday as their sab- On one sunday this winter when the But he’s also thinking about continu- The rectory is across the road from sions was not going to happen. The chance to be part of something well-loved and accepted by the various church. They’ve especially enjoyed the bath. They also have another house rule. four were all together for a sunday ser- ing the experiment of student mission in the church of the Ascension and the “i blurted out, ‘they can move in here,’ unique, serve the community and live congregations and communities. A lot friendships among a generation they’ve “we made a pact to be dry at the vice — kyle helping Dan with holy the parishes in the fall. boys have named the rectory Ascension and it just started rolling from there,” with friends were all big draws for TJ. of their sunday work centres on music, not had much contact with before this. house,” said Dan. “TJ is underage any- communion and the other two play- “it’s been probably more work (than house. said Dan. “i had a choice of working in monc- which they provide to four churches. “i’ve been living in another demo- w ay.” ing the music — Dan was struck by the not having the boys in the house), but Now the house is most certainly lived Nat and TJ are recipients of the pro- ton, but right after working at camp when wally and iris collette retired, graphic,” said Nat. “i’ve only lived at The boys have been enjoying their authenticity of the moment. it’s been worth it. it’s phenomenal living in. Four bedrooms are in use instead of vincial youth employment Fund, which [medley], it was kind of depressing to the Apohaqui parish lost its organist, camp medley. But now i’m around time running youth groups in Bloom- “All four of us were there just work- with these guys.” 14 / The New Brunswick Anglican may 2018

h o l y w e e k Holy Week at the Cathedral

By Gisele McKnight

Holy Week at Christ Church Cathedral is a busy time, as it is in every parish in the diocese. The Cathedral’s Maundy Thursday morning service is an op- portunity for bishops, priests, deacons and lay leaders to renew vows and have oils blessed. Bishop David Edwards preached at the Cathedral’s Maundy Thursday morning service and began by lament- ing the death of his good friend and fellow priest, Roly Bain. “Holy Roly,” as he was known, was a clown priest in the UK, having resigned as a parish priest to pursue the mission of spreading the gospel through clown- ing. He performed in churches, football fields, schools, prisons, hospitals and outdoor events and was a beloved fix- ture in Britain. He set up an organiza- tion called Holy Fools to support clown ministry. Roly was often invited by former Archbishop George Carey to take part in missions, and Bishop David attended one, remembering a solemn proces- sion. “I was at the back and couldn’t really see what was going on in front,” he said. “But the guy in front was my friend Roly, dressed as a clown, carrying a huge feather duster, and dusting every- one on the way by. He had a ministry

as a clown. He did very little ministry mcknight photos inside the church.” Forty years ago when Roly was in Dean Geoffrey Hall washes the feet of Catherine Schmidt while Doug Milander waits during the Maundy Thursday evening seminary, he no doubt had no idea how service at Christ Church Cathedral. his ministry would turn out, said the bishop. But he became a fool for Christ, citing St. Paul’s words in 1 Corinthians After the service, lunch was served considered him the master, but he ornaments, everything decorative to 4:10 (“We are fools for Christ.”). at Cathedral Memorial Hall. was not too high to serve them. It is a prepare the church for Good Friday,” “He gave up the parish priesthood, model of servanthood.” said Geoffrey before the service. “The entered circus school and learned how Maundy Thursday Evening Though Geoffrey has performed foot church will gradually get darker as we to juggle,” said Bishop David. “There Later that evening, parishioners washing in other parishes, this is the do that and end in complete darkness is this call upon us all to be foolish for gathered for a simple supper at the hall. first time he’s done it at the Cathedral. and silent departure. Christ.” Dean Geoffrey Hall described the “I just thought it was time,” he said. “It’s about the emotional darkness of The bishop went on to talk about relevance behind the supper. Canon Pat Drummond preached at the night. It’s quite a moving experience servanthood, saying most people with “We recognize that Jesus met with the service, in keeping with the foot- and not uncommon to see people leav- roles in the service are part of some his disciples on Maundy Thursday,” he washing. ing in tears.” form of accredited ministry, yet noting said. “They got together and shared a “In today’s gospel (John 13), we see As the lights dimmed, Altar Guild the whole body of Christ has an accred- meal. Jesus perform the most menial task,” members, assisted by Geoffrey and Pat, ited ministry. “It’s low-key, simply because it’s a said Pat. “It was the job for a servant. removed every piece of adornment — Citing the example of Roly, he said, solemn week, and a busy week, so it’s The first thing done upon entry to a vessels, kneeling cushions, candles, “We too may be called in a direction meant to be as simple as possible. home was foot-washing and the lowli- wooden pillars, tapestries and so on, as not anticipated — a place beyond “It’s an opportunity for us to get est servant performed the task.” Kelley Hall read passages of scripture. our comfort zone where we look or together. It’s friendship maintenance,” Though regular foot-washing isn’t The stark look of the sanctuary, feel foolish. We need to be willing to he said. a task we need require today when we coupled with the dimmed lights and explore with God and others to find Following the meal, an evening ser- enter a home, there are still plenty of the readings, made for an emotional, where it is we are called to be foolish. vice of Holy Eucharist included a foot servant ministries to attend to. even melancholy, end to the service. “I’m not suggesting we all become washing. Again echoing events in the “Today, it’s well shown when you clowns, but where Roly went — outside Gospels, the aim was to recreate some get up in the night and sit with a sick Easter Sunday the walls of the church, with people of the features and emotions of the person, when you clean up after a din- Two more services took place before who have no idea of what we believe — last night of Jesus on earth as a human ner, pick up trash — all the annoying the end of the week — a Good Friday is where we have to be servants. being. tasks, to help where it’s needed, when service and an Easter vigil on Saturday “We have to be open to the leading “The foot-washing goes along with it’s needed.” evening. of God, to the oddness of where we that night,” said Geoffrey. “Jesus rose Another feature of the service was On Easter morning, the bishop might find ourselves and having the from the table and washed the feet of the stripping of the altar, which took preached on the resurrection of Jesus. willingness to let God bring us comfort his disciples. place at the end. when ministry is uncomfortable.” “Why? Humility and service. They “We strip the sanctuary of all its Holy Week continued on page 15 may 2018 may 2018 The New Brunswick Anglican / 15

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CLOCKWISE FROM TOP LEFT: Paul Macdonald and Jan Bonga dish up at the simple supper; Deacons John Galbriath and David Alston renew their vows; Warden of Layreaders Cleo Cyr during a reading; Bishops Claude Miller and David Edwards renew their vows, administered by layreader and stewardship officer Michael Briggs; the Blessing of the Oils mcknight photos was part of the Maundy Thursday service; a simple supper brought the congregation together on the evening of Maundy Thursday.

Beneath the resurrection: beauty, peace, justice and love Holy Week continued from page 14 It was always intended to be about life, Reconciliation at Coventry Cathedral. in life than drawing people into pews, not death.” The reconciliation ministry came about he said. He began by recounting an “annoying” The resurrection is the harbinger of when Coventry Cathedral, heavily “Our role also has to be in keeping story in the Guardian newspaper that things to come and the earth awaits res- bombed in the Second World War, with the Fourth Mark of Mission — to asked the question ‘did Jesus exist?’ toration, he said, with no more death, joined with the cathedral in Dresden, challenge unjust societies,” he said. “We The eventual answer was yes, he did sorrow or crying. Germany, also heavily damaged by have to be in that game. We have to exist, but the question is not ‘did Jesus “Beauty, peace, justice and love — bombing. stand by the poor, the wealthy too, to live and die?’ The question is, ‘did Jesus that’s what lies beneath the resurrec- “The two cathedrals decided to work show how to live a life with the resur- die and live?’ said David. tion,” he said. “Today is a message of together,” he said, noting the ministry rected Christ.” “I could spend the rest of the ser- hope to all people, that through Christ continued through the years. Sharing the Good News was an mon giving an apologetic about Jesus’ we have beauty, peace, justice and love “Welby’s job was to go to other parts often-heard directive of Jesus. Mary resurrection. No. There would be very in the way God intended.” of the world to bring reconciliation,” Magdalene, on Easter morning, was little point in our worship this morning As the resurrection demonstrates he said, adding Welby used his back- told to ‘go tell my brothers.’ The dis- if we don’t believe he rose again.” those qualities to us, so must we dem- ground in the oil industry to mediate ciples were told to bring the news of The challenge, he said, is what do we onstrate them to others, he said — “to oil disputes in Nigeria. forgiveness. do with this information and why we those for whom there is no life, no Welby was kidnapped four times for “Our purpose is to gather and to need it. beauty, peace, justice and love.” his troubles. scatter — gather to celebrate Christ, “The biggest insult to humanity and Bishop David told the story of the The bishop ended his Easter sermon to scatter to take the Good News of the whole of creation is death,” he said. Archbishop Justin Welby, who, in his with a challenge. beauty, peace, justice and love… We “It was never intended to be like this. earlier ministry, was the Canon for The church has a much bigger role gather to worship, we scatter to serve.” 16 / The New Brunswick Anglican may 2018

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Debora Kantor sees effects of climate change on hunger

By Shaylyn McMahon

Debora Kantor is from Cambridge-Narrows, New Brunswick. She is a member of the Parish of Cambridge & Waterborough. Olient Nyasulu is a Mala- wian woman from the com- munity Kabanda. They come from two very different worlds and life expe- riences. TOP LEFT: Debora’s host family: Upile However, not only do they Kumwenda, husband Haswell Lupunga, both share a love of tending Debora, their children and nephew: Letticia, the land and a strong Christian John and Maxwell. faith, they’re also connected through Canadian Foodgrains ABOVE: Olient Nyasulu is very proud of her Bank. crop of yellow maize Debora travelled to Malawi in early February as part of a BELOW: The Canadian Foodgrains Bank Foodgrains Bank learning tour, tour team in conversation with some of the where she learned about the participants in the SOLDEV project, Mpata effects that climate change has Drought Mitigation, providing training to 500 on hunger in the country. farmers. As part of the tour, Debora stayed in Nyasulu’s home for three nights. She learned about some of the challenges Nya- sulu faces, and how Nyasulu is working hard to meet those challenges head-on. For example, through a Foodgrains Bank-supported project, Nyasulu learned new farming techniques that helped her increase the amount of food she grew. “One of Nyasulu’s greatest joys in life was having enough food to feed her family,” said Debora. “Through the project, she learned to increase her yields by making compost to help fertilize her soil.” “Eighty per cent of people in Malawi rely on the land to grow food for themselves and their families,” she explained, noting that for Malawians like Nyasulu, there’s a fine margin between having enough food to eat and not. submitted photos Subtle changes in the weather can make a big differ- ence in the ability of small- family’s diets. She learned how and sisters in Christ, and of all the world, Debora hopes to “And the Foodgrains Bank scale farmers to earn a liveli- to cook peanut flour with veg- the places I’ve travelled, I feel bring together her parish with works with partners who are hood. etables to increase the protein most connected to Nyasulu other local churches to start a on the ground and who know “Over the course of the in meals, to make milk from and her community.” growing project in support of the local needs intimately – trip, we heard from farmer soya, and “meat” from beans. Debora’s faith is also a responding to hunger through that was made very evident to after farmer how they were “I said to Nyasulu’s daugh- reason she believes Canadians the Primate’s World Relief and me in Malawi.” struggling with prolonged ter-in-law, Upile, ‘Your chil- should do what they can to Development Fund’s account “So growing projects are a dry spells, or how their crops dren look healthy,’ and she said help people overseas experi- at the Foodgrains Bank. really great, direct way to come wouldn’t grow because their ‘Yes – because of the nutrition encing hunger. Through growing projects, a together in support of world soil wasn’t fertile,” said Debora. training,’” said Debora. “We have been blessed in group of people come together hunger,” she said. Although Debora isn’t a Ultimately, Debora believes our country with adequate to plant, tend and harvest a To learn more about Kan- farmer, she does love to gar- it was her Christian faith that food,” she said. “And God crop, and then donate the pro- tor’s experience or get involved den, and the challenge of being helped her create meaningful calls on us to support all his ceeds to be used in the work- in her efforts to help end disappointed by poor weather connections with Nyasulu and children – all his brothers and ing of ending world hunger. global hunger, contact her at was one she could relate to. her family. sisters – around the world.” “Canadian Foodgrains Bank [email protected]. Nyasulu also learned new “I had a heart-to-heart con- As an Anglican looking connects farmers with church- Shaylyn McMahon is the food production techniques to nection with them,” she said. to reach out to people ex- es to provide food for people communications assistant for increase the nutrients in her “We were truly all brothers periencing hunger around in need,” said Debora. the Canadian Foodgrains Bank. may 2018 may 2018 The New Brunswick Anglican / 17

c h a p l a i n c y Better late than never New Anglican chaplain on base is from N.S.

By Gisele McKnight year. He plans another five “During those physical ac- years in the military until he tivities, we walk along and talk Capt. Leonard Bednar has ages out. about life,” he said. a message for clergy — the During those years he be- In Gagetown, he is posted Armed Forces want you! came a husband, father, divorced to the 4th Regiment General “The need remains high in father, and a new husband. Support, a field artillery unit. the Forces,” he said. “There is a His wife, also a captain in the He is also covering another shortage of chaplains all across military, lives in Halifax. He is unit, 2RCR, while its chaplain the country.” usually in Halifax each weekend. is deployed to Latvia. And next It’s a fact Leonard wishes Their blended family includes year, someone will be covering he’d known long ago when he five children ages 17-27. for him while he’s deployed, was first considering ministry. Through the week, he has the location of which is still His first experience with the the company of his 12-year- secret. ACPO process was somewhat old dog, Jazz, a shorkie (a Shih For now, as good weather disappointing. He was told he Tzu-Yorkshire terrier mix) arrives, he is discovering more was too fit, too vibrant and whom he describes as “ridicu- of Oromocto and Frederic- active to be a priest. After all, lously cute.” ton, and he has an aunt and Anglican parish ministry con- “At most it will be five years a cousin in southern New sisted mainly of tea with little of commuting,” he said. “Then Brunswick as well. old ladies, right? I’ll probably go back to the His job, in a nutshell, is Much has changed since Reserves.” meeting the spiritual and emo- then. Leonard did become a It’s clear the military has its tional needs of the hundreds parish priest, despite his ac- hooks in him. It began when a of soldiers and their families in tive lifestyle. Then he joined chaplain came to speak to his his unit. the Reserves, and eventually, class at the Atlantic School of Leonard is happy to help the Regular Forces. Melding Theology. recruit new chaplains. Only the two has been a wonderful “It looked interesting,” said ordained clergy with a Masters career choice for the captain. Leonard. “He emphasized the of Divinity can be military Now his military career has richness of the experience in chaplains in the Reserves, brought him to Base Gag- the military.” Regular Forces and during etown, arriving in November. Then in New Ross, a cadet camps. He encourages Leonard is from Alberta, Reservist chaplain in Chester parishes to pray for military but has spent most of his adult would regale him with stories chaplains and support their life in Nova Scotia. He served of his military experiences priests should they express

five years as parish priest in during clericus meetings. interest in the military. mcknight photo New Ross — between Kentville “It was almost intoxicating,” One last recruiting note: on the Bay of Fundy and Ches- said Leonard. “My curiosity Summer cadet camps require ter on the Atlantic coast. was considerable!” chaplains who do not have to Capt. Leonard Bednar uses his love for physical fitness to In that time he joined the He was 43 when he joined be part of the military. These get to know troops he is charged with overseeing as a chaplain Reserves, then the Regular the Reserves — better late than ordained priests can work for at Base Gagetown. Runs, working out and marches are all good Forces from 2009-14. He chose never, he believes. three or six weeks each sum- opportunities to talk about life, he says. to return to parish ministry He uses physical fitness mer for pay. He encourages and the Reserves for two years. these days to connect with sol- parishes, clergy and retired But circumstances sent him diers — running, PT, working clergy to consider this ministry back to the Regular Forces last out, volleyball and ruck march. to teenagers.

Compline sung at Trinity, Saint John

By David Goss her education. Parish of Coldbrook-St. Mary. After lying dormant for Though Trinity’s sanctu- The service of Compline is not a bit, it was decided to try it ary was closed for the winter one familiar to many Angli- again as one of several Lenten months, the service was held cans, but it was introduced disciplines at Trinity, including in the main church, as it was into Trinity Saint John when weekly study of retired Bishop no colder than the monks King’s College students came Bill Hockin’s “Reflections on would have experienced in to work in the downtown the Lord’s Prayer” led by the monasteries of yesteryear as church during their spring Rev. Steven Scribner, a quiet they sung the final service of study week about a half dozen day led by the Ven. Brent Ham, the day. Byron thomas photo years ago. and one Evensong service sung The concluding session It caught the attention of a by Jim McKenna, with Spencer on Palm Sunday, March 25 For five Sundays in Lent, Compline was sung at Trinity Anglican few members of the congrega- Belyea and the Trinity Choir featured music by Sarah Bell Church in Saint John. Compline has a long history in Christianity, tion, who kept it going on a adding to the musical mix. to complement the quiet, dating back to the first 600 years after Christ. regular Sunday night schedule Compline was sung on five contemplative service whose for a couple of years. Sundays at 4 p.m. led by Har- origin can be traced back to Laurelle LeVert was the old McInnis, a friend of Trinity the first 600 years of Christian- It is hoped that Compline in the fall, as the candlelit chanter, but had to step aside who normally worships at St. ity, and still speaks to people will return to the Trinity sanc- service is most effective. when a chance came to further Mary-St. Bartholomew in the today in a powerful way. tuary when the time changes 18 / The New Brunswick Anglican may 2018

b r a n c h i n g o u t Celebrating innovative ministry in the diocese

n March 19, eight leaders from around the diocese gathered at the Synod Office for an Innova- Otive Ministries Roundtable with the bishop and me. The idea was sparked after I became increasingly aware of leaders in our diocese who do not fit the traditional molds of parochial ministry. These leaders were a mix of lay and ordained, all who have been called through very similar methods to serve God in this particular way. This is a new era we are living in as the Church. We require leadership to be able to serve in traditional ministry and entrepreneurial or ‘innovative’ leadership to help further the Kingdom mcknight photos through new methods. The former Archbishop of Can- terbury, Rowan Williams, referred to TOP: Klaudia Ross left a job in medical research to become the outreach co- this as the ‘mixed economy church’ — ordinator at St. George’s in Moncton. She is seen here with Shawn Branch, organizer where both expressions exist alongside of the roundtable on innovative ministries and parish development officer. each other in relationships of mutual BOTTOM: Bishop David Edwards, the Rev. Rob Salloum, Rob Pitman and the Rev. respect and support. Canon Stuart Allan listen during the roundtable discussions. Our diocese is indeed embracing the reality of the mixed economy and we can’t help but be aware of this reality. Bishop David has been highlighting it in all of his Charges to Synod. tially rebooted. involvement in the neighbourhood for Bishop David closed our round- I became fully aware of it as I began Both, through very different paths, many years. table with his own reflections on the travelling around the diocese, meeting chose to explore how the Spirit might Through meal programs, cloth- day, noting will we likely see a need with parishes and their leaders. It was be leading them as a community of ing rooms, grooming and care, Rob to increase our seeding of innovative clear there was a need for us to pull faith during this season. is a known and trusted leader in the ministries as we continue in furthering these leaders together, if for nothing It is exciting to see how God is us- area. As the church became increas- the Kingdom in our province. else than to hear their stories and see ing both of these communities to bear ingly available to the community, the After the last supper, Jesus prays for how we can be supporting them. witness to His work in our diocese — residents began to feel fully welcomed, all who will believe in Him; praying not Since 2014, Jasmine and Terence allowing creativity, sensitivity and risk valued and ‘at-home.’ that they will be the same, but that they Chandra have been serving as commu- to lead. For both, there is a clear sense Others serving in the diocese, in will be one as they are united to the nity priests in the Uptown area of Saint of rebirth and fresh vision through this similar roles, but unable to attend Father (John 17.21). John. process. included Dan McMullen, missioner to This prayer for unity, so close to the Their role has been to help bring In Moncton, Klaudia Ross left medical the Kennebecasis and Kurt Schmidt, di- last supper, brings out one of the mean- the Church into the community and research after the Spirit moved deeply in rector of Christian formation at Christ ings of Holy Communion. It is to be come alongside those in need who are her heart one night. She offered herself Church Cathedral. a celebration of our oneness in Christ outside the Church. Partnering with and became the outreach co-ordinator at The common thread that flowed despite all our individual differences. many community organizations, the St. George’s Moncton, with a beginning through each of their stories was how In the mixed economy church, Chandras are helping to bring light into focus: making contact with the families God placed a burden in their heart for relationships of generosity between the dark corners of the community. who have been baptized through the the people they now serve. different expressions of church will en- The diocese has had a long partner- parish in the last 10 years. From there, Most of them could easily fall prey able us to draw together and celebrate ship with the InnerCity Youth Minis- relationships and a reconnection with the to doubt and fear — finances, their communion with unity. try. Erin Hodge, its executive director, Church have begun. futures, resources —but their contin- reminded the group of the huge need in There is no surprise that a growing ued focus on the Spirit’s leading enables Shawn C. Branch is parish development the Saint John area. demographic in our province is our them to take each day as it comes, read- officer for the Diocese of Fredericton. He During 2017, ICYM provided over seniors’ population. Keith Osborne has ily available to the opportunities placed can be reached at [email protected]. 46,000 meals to three schools in prior- recently begun a ministry to seniors in in front of them. ity areas of the city. Sadly, they are not the Saint John area. able to meet all of the need. The increasing number of seniors’ Summer programs and outreaches residences are bringing with them an have become a major focus recently to increased need for pastoral care. Far help empower and support the com- too often, residents move in and be- munity residents. At present, because come forgotten and isolated. of the help of local restaurant owners, Keith is equipping a team of visitors each meal costs approximately $1. from across the Saint John area who Yes, you read that correctly! (Matthew will commit to regularly visiting and 14:13-21). spending time. However, this is not Stuart Allan and Rob Salloum, while replacing the regular worship services both serving in parishes, are certainly led by local clergy. not serving in traditional parish life. Rob Pitman, outreach pastor at St Both Westside Anglican Mission and Luke’s, Parish of Portland, has been the Parish of Milledgeville are essen- coordinating the North End parish’s may 2018 may 2018 The New Brunswick Anglican / 19

a g i n g f o r a m a t e u r s “Aging for Amateurs” discussion series a hit “Aging for Amateurs” was a five-part discussion series that encouraged participants to examine the practi- cal aspects associated with the aging process. It was held this past winter at Marian and Bruce Langhus’s bed and breakfast, Lang House, in the Village of Gagetown. The concept came to Marian as an outcome of a Visioning Day at Saint John’s Anglican Church in May 2017. She felt the congregation and resi- dents of the village and surrounding area would benefit from a discussion about various aspects of aging. The Rev. Christian Persaud agreed with the concept of the series and sup- ported the activity. A most encouraging happenstance took place in July when Albert H. Keller and his wife visited Lang House. “Bert” turned out to be a Professor Emeritus from the Medical University TOP: Betty Bryant of South Carolina, having taught bio- Chevalier, Marilyn Merritt- ethics, and was a former pastor of the Gray, Cath Coombes and Congregational Church in Charleston, Paul Mills discuss a point. S.C. FAR LEFT: Clare Box He and a medical doctor, Lance L. and Paul Mills listen to a Davis, wrote a book in 2004 entitled, presentation. “At the Close of Day: A Person-Cen- LEFT: Audrey Law, tered Guidebook on End-of-Life Care.” Margie Cruickshank and Bert also agreed that we could use the Evelyn Sutton listen to a title, “Aging for Amateurs” that is the presentation on end-of-life title of a bimonthly column that he and issues by the Rev. Christian Lance write for the Post and Courier in Persaud. Charleston. Overview The five sessions included legal preparations; home and belongings, with input from a real estate agent and a transition specialist; home care and navigation of the health care system; us of the process in helping people to end-of-life procedures and costs. how to select a care home and pre- transition from their existing homes to We were made aware of all of the FEEDBACK planning funerals; and finally, W“ here a smaller setting. options related to funerals and our • The series was really helpful do we go from here?” By the end of the second presenta- remains by Vicki Mazerole of McAdam in giving me an incentive to get Session One tion, one message was resounding loud Funeral Home. organized, and to appreciate The first presenter, lawyer Robert and clear, “Start Now!” Every presenter Session Five that this is something I can and Stoney from the Village of Gagetown, had the same message. One strong piece In the fifth session,W “ here do we go should do for my faraway family reminded everyone to examine their of advice was, “Sell your cottage now!” from here?” Marian Langhus presented to make their lives easier when wills, medical directives, and both Session Three further ideas on how to set up and the inevitable happens. Much powers of attorney, legal and medical, The third session was offered by maintain documents in binders; she food for thought. Janet Ratliffe because many changes can happen in a Karen Lake, RN, representing Health also led a discussion relating to the few years. Care @health-at-home.ca. Karen is a health care directive document entitled, • Very informative and motivat- He set out various scenarios and care navigator who explained the needs “Who will speak for you?” ing. Great discussions. Betty answered many questions. Seemingly of those entering health care at home. The Rev. Christian Persaud engaged Bryant Chevalier all of the 25 participants had wills made It is hard to think about but we need everyone in a thought-provoking end- at one time but several participants to realize that we will either be caring of-life issues discussion. • For me it presented an oppor- went home and reviewed their legal for someone or being taken care of We paused to think of “pain” and tunity to put together a file of documents. ourselves. how throughout our lives, pain is often documents and personal wishes Session Two Session Four associated with positive things. God that will spare my family confu- The second presentation on H“ ome Steven Little, director of Orchard can use pain. sion, unsure decision making and Belongings” was enthusiastically re- View Long Term Care in the Village of “Start Now!” is one of two main un- and a lot of work in the event of ceived, as everyone wants help thinning Gagetown, offered the steps involved in derlying themes of the series. Establish- my incapacitation or death... a out and organizing their belongings. getting into a facility such as Orchard ing family communication is the other. gift to them and peace of mind to Amanda Wade from Exit Realty in View. Discussion ensued as to how Whether you are addressing how me. Leith Box Fredericton outlined the steps involved choices are made on both the patient’s belongings are going to be divided, the in getting our homes on the market. and the care home’s parts. sale of the family home or cottage, or • Gathering knowledgeable peo- Her presentation worked as a strong A rousing discussion followed with any number of the decisions related to ple in the field of transitioning lead in for Shelley Swift, a Certified everyone wanting to know details of health care, family discussions need to others to the next stage of their Senior Move and Transitional Special- funeral preplanning. As different as take place. lives is priceless. I am honored ist, owner of Gentle Pace Transitions that sounds, it is clear that people want Marian Langhus worships in the Parish to be a part of this. Amanda serving the Fredericton area. She told to have control of every aspect of their of Gagetown. Wade 20 / The New Brunswick Anglican may 2018

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News From Roatán, Honduras Roatan Episcopal Church Ministry – March/April update

Greetings from Roatán Episco- worship, preaching, and a lot pal/Anglican Church congre- of other activities. On May gations. 13th our Bishop Lloyd Allen We are delighted to con- will visit us to perform Confir- tinue with these updates. We mation and Receptions. We are intend to make it a regular looking forward to this special publication and to use it to day of celebration. keep you in touch with news Our deputation time is and developments that relate coming in May and June; this to our ministry in Roatán is an opportunity for us to Episcopal Church. meet new brothers and sisters Once again, Easter provided but especially to see each other a blessed time celebrating the after three years, to share what resurrection of Jesus. From the Lord has been doing. Thursday to Sunday we all Kara will travel to New TOP: People gather to sing during a service in enjoyed the services and activi- Brunswick on April 23, and I Coxen Hole. ties. will travel to New Brunswick LEFT: Sunday school - note the lack of glass February was really a busy on May 17th with Stephen and windows. moth. From the 10th to 17th Kelly. BELOW: Construction continues on the Coxen Hole we hosted an Eye Glasses Team Next, I will meet churches church. from Dallas, Texas. Every day and supporters in the Toronto BOTTOM: A successful work shop for Sunday we went to a different village area from May 31 to June 12. School. to deliver glasses to the poor Then I will join Kara and the people of Roatán. We went children in New Brunswick. to Coxen Hole, West End We will all leave N.B. for sent the Diocese of Honduras Village (not the tourist area), Roatan on July 6. at an event in the USA. This Mud Hole, Corozal, Barrio los If you would like to contact is to work on a three-year Fuertes and Punta Gorda, and Gordon Thompson regarding program for youth ministry in we gave out about 300 pairs our N.B. schedule, his email our Province, which includes of glasses in total, including address is grthompson@rog- Honduras, Ecuador, Colombia, distance and reading glasses. ers.com . If you would like to Puerto Rico, Venezuela and Thank you, David Pruessner contact Denys Reades regard- the Dominican Republic. and your team, for coming to ing my Toronto-area schedule, • For Leadership for the Roatán to serve the poor. his email address is denys_ Church in Roatán, especially Later in February, we had a [email protected]. for those trained as Sunday team from Vancouver. Tracey Please continue to pray for: School teachers and helpers. Larter, Jared and Rev. Sean • Our home deputation • The Episcopal Church Love from St. John’s Richmond time, especially the travelling in Honduras, for the process (ANIC Church), came to around. toward self-sufficiency by the Roatán to help us with Sunday • Continued financial sup- end of 2019. School training, and to finish port for the next years as we • For the spiritual revival, the office and the sacristy, that continue to serve the Lord on with the visit of our Primate, at the moment we are using Roatán, Honduras. Bishop Michael Curry from temporarily as Sunday School • The ongoing construction the USA Episcopal Church and rooms. God is good. in Coxen Hole. Pray for the the gathering of the all Episco- We have windows, and after remaining installation stages: pal Church of Honduras. Holy Week, we will install the walls to be stuccoed, and ce- Thank you to all who have doors. ment concrete for the floor and faithfully prayed and given to Our next step is to stucco ceramic tiles. support this incredible work the inside walls of the church. • Our congregations: St. Pe- of ministering to the people in In preparation for that, we ter by the Sea in Brick Bay, and our congregations. as a congregation planned a Emmanuel in Coxen Hole. Matthew 25:40: “Whatever fundraiser conference dinner • For youth leadership, that you did for one of the least of on March 2; we hosted about God will provide someone these brothers and sisters of 170 people, collecting almost to minister to and guide the mine, you did for me.” Your $1,000 in Canadian dollars. young people. prayers and continued support God is good and we are ready • Short term mission teams enable us to continue touching to stucco a wall. who plan to come to Roatán in people’s lives with Jesus’ love. On April 7 the Episcopal the near future from Canada. May God continue to richly Church in Honduras met in A team from Port Perry, On- bless you. Siguatepeque (my home town) tario in 2019. Nelson and Kara Mejia are for a spiritual revival, with the • Spiritual and practical Anglican priests serving in visit of our Primate, Bishop outreach in the local commu- Honduras. Kara is originally Michael Curry from the US nities. from New Brunswick, the Episcopal Church. This great • Kara, who was selected daughter of the Rev. Gordon and event involved a full day of with another priest to repre- Bell Thompson. may 2018 may 2018 The New Brunswick Anglican / 21

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To me, this book is much dancing, there is a deep sense more than another exposé on that Jesus has come as a light how we should live. It shifts to the world and that in some our thinking on what it really amazing and gracious way, we means to be religious. are invited to reflect that light. Through his open bible, There’s a lot to absorb here, Greg shows us how we could after all. Resurrecting religion live out our faith and be the is no small task. What is help- Church in a way that bursts ful about Greg’s book is that it out with life and freedom — in is not just about doing Sunday other words, in the way that morning differently, or the Jesus always intended it to be. latest leadership skills pastors It may be uncomfortable at should adopt, or starting a new times; it may stretch us; it may program, or learning to be even hurt, but it can also give more welcoming. life a fullness that is hard to It is about changing our find anywhere else. hearts, so that the way we live Sanctuary influenced us in reflects the faith we experi- a lot of ways. It wasn’t just the ence. It’s about separating good Sunday services. It was the way religion from bad religion, and they do things, the ethos of the recognizing that there is such a Resurrecting place that helped form the way thing as ‘good’ religion. we do our ministry. A small group of us has Greg’s books are well worth gathered to read together and Religion: a read because of where these discuss the book. In these words come from, how they times we’ve been able to open A Book Review were shaped. I started off by up about our own struggles in talking about Sanctuary be- the church, both in the present cause it was an important place and in the past. for Terence and me, but it is We’ve also had the oppor- by Jasmine Chandra people gathered, Greg would of kilometres from Toronto also an important part of this tunity to talk about things we make us feel like we could see and we can’t go to Sanctuary book (and all the books Greg don’t often discuss in church hen Terence and I and feel what was described anymore (though we try to has written), because it is a groups: the residential schools first began attend- thousands of years ago and pop in when we are in town), community that lives out what and how we respond to our ing Sanctuary’s that now reflected on those we feel a sense of connection it really means to be the Church checkered past; the challenges WSunday evening service, we tightly printed pages. though reading Greg Paul’s and what it really means to have we have in trying to belong in were young seminary students. Though we were a mixed books. The most recent of faith, or be religious (in the best church communities, and how In our hoodies and ripped bag of demographics (it would these (it was released Feb. 2) is sense of the word). we bring dignity to those who jeans, we were mostly attracted be hard to find a more diverse called “Resurrecting Religion: It isn’t perfect, far from come to us for help. by the relaxed atmosphere and church group), we felt that Finding Our Way Back to the that, but its imperfection is, in We’ve been encouraged to the fact that the band had a Greg’s words spoke to our Good News.” fact, its appeal. There is very ‘be bold,’ to revisit the way we washtub bass. hearts. And you could tell in In this latest book, Greg little pretending or posturing do community suppers and At first we didn’t even stay the way that the congrega- addressed the shameful things during a Sanctuary service, give out groceries, and we’ve for the sermon. Having already tion interacted, in how people that have given religion, and none of the shiny, smiling faces been offered a picture of how been to our morning churches were welcomed, that the Spirit especially the Christian reli- described in Greg’s book. to respond to the faith we have where we were doing our field of God was doing something gion, a bad name. Not all of The guy who prays about received. placements, we felt justified in special. these sins are in the past. his weight problem is still That’s quite a lot for one leaving Sanctuary during the From the band member’s Working through the book praying and struggling months little book, so thank you Greg, mid-service coffee break that mom who brought cook- of James, Greg describes how, down the road. The addict who and thank you Sanctuary! followed communion. ies, to the middle-aged man if our faith is just about our- blesses the communion bread The Rev. Jasmine Chandra and We didn’t know what we who sang Barney songs, from selves and our own personal admits that he will probably go her husband, the Rev. Terence were missing. When we finally the street involved to the relationship with God, then out and use after the service. Chandra, run the Central Saint stayed and heard Greg Paul bright-eyed students, from the we’re probably missing out. The sighs and groans that John Community Ministry. preach, we stopped cutting out businessman to the self-con- Our connection to God is are let out during the course Reprinted with permission from early. fessed addict, all had a place of important, vital even, but so is of the evening service plainly penniesandsparrows.org, the With his bible in one hand, belonging. our response to the poor and describe that all is not OK. blog of the Central Saint John facing the small horseshoe of Now that we live hundred vulnerable among us. And yet there is joy, there is Community Ministry.

How much am i bid? On Saturday, Feb. 24, following a bean and brown bread supper, members and friends of Holy Trinity (Parish of Hammond River) held a lively and well-attended mystery auction with Canon David Barrett as auctioneer. Despite people not knowing what they were bidding on, everyone had a grand time and funds raised will support multiple parish mission projects.

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Busy in Bright!

There has been a lot of activity at All Saints Anglican Church in Keswick Ridge (Parish of Bright). The WOW ladies have been busy making twiddle muffs again this year to donate to special care homes in the area to keep restless hands occupied. Beautiful work ladies! Mothering Sunday was celebrated with a delicious Simnel cake made lovingly by Ashley Watson. It was enjoyed by all. Finally, a delicious stew and blueberry flan, seen at right, were enjoyed by all to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day at All Saints. Thanks to the cooks in the kitchen! Pictured here are Violet McLaughlin and Lois Poore enjoying the day. A great time was had by all. submitted photos

Episcopal Announcements St. Patrick celebrated in the Miramichi The Rev. Julian Pillay has been appointed priest and St. Andrew’s Church in New- rector of the Parish of St. castle-Miramichi was the scene Stephen effective on or about of a special Holy Communion April 20. Julian was the rec- Service to celebrate the life tor of Emmanuel Church in and ministry of St. Patrick of Phoenix, South Africa. Ireland hosted by the Anglican Parish of Newcastle-Nelson- The Rev. Eric Phinney will Hardwicke, on March 17. resign as rector of the Parish With permission from Bish- of Renforth, effective August op David Edwards, the celebra- 31, in order to retire. tion of Holy Communion (also called the Lord’s Supper or the Holy Eucharist) used the same worship format normally used by the Church of Ireland. The readings appointed for this Eucharistic Celebration were Deuteronomy 32: 1-9; Psalm 145; 2 Corinthians 4: 1-12; and John 4: 31-38. Wondering where the The Rev. Thomas Nisbett, book of clergy priest and rector of the Parish photographs got to? of Newcastle-Nelson-Hard- wicke, was the preacher and Be assured the project principal celebrant for this is a work in progress. special Service. With the capable In his sermon, Rev. Nisbett assistance of two talked about St. Patrick’s early people who have a life, and how he came to faith special talent for as a slave in Ireland while finding photographs tending the sheep and pigs for and biographical Irish nobles who had stolen information, new him away from his family in England. pages are being added After escaping from captiv- each week. The ity, Patrick, whose real name Colleen Carroll-Nisbett photo number of photo- was Maewyn Succat, made his graphs to date is 610. way back to his home and fam- The book will be ily, but soon had a vision that The special service to celebrate the life and ministry of St. Patrick of Ireland, attended by, from printed as soon as we he should return to Ireland left, the Rev. Thomas Nisbett, priest and rector, Parish of Newcastle-Nelson-Hardwicke; David Woulds, feel that our sources one day to bring the message layreader; and the Rev. Rose Steeves, Deacon of the Mass. have been exhausted. of Jesus Christ to his former We’ll keep you captors. informed. If you For 12 years Patrick studied chieftains or the Druids, he and churches along the way. rated to this day as St. Patrick’s in England, Rome and South- always escaped or gained free- By the time of his death Day. would like to have a ern France until he was ready dom by presenting his captors sometime around 461 AD, Both parishioners and copy reserved in your to return as a minister in the with gifts and the message of he left behind an organized visitors from other Christian name ($10), please Church of God. the Gospel. church, the Diocese of Ar- denominations braved the late contact Frank While the history of St. For 20 years he travelled the magh, and an island full of winter cold to celebrate the life Morehouse, Patrick is littered with peri- length and breadth of Ireland, Christians. and ministry of St. Patrick of [email protected] ods of imprisonment when preaching, baptizing and es- March 17th marks the date Ireland. his teachings had upset local tablishing monasteries, schools of his death, and is commemo- may 2018 may 2018 The New Brunswick Anglican / 23

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Andrew Peterson completes The Resurrection Letters by beginning it

en years ago, Andrew Colossians 3 in its text, Christ Peterson was a rising stands in this song as the One force as a musician, who holds all things together. Tauthor, playwright, lyricist, and In a brilliant songwrit- all-round creative genius. ing twist, Andrew somehow He released an album with manages to have this song end- the rather odd title, “Resurrec- ing, fading out, with the very tion Letters, Vol. 2,” to great sounds and in the same key, critical and popular appeal. and with the same melody as The odd thing was there had the opening song, “All Things not yet been a volume 1. What It dropped in March, and New,” the first song of — you gives? we got to feast on the five-track guessed it — Resurrection Let- In Andrew’s own words, EP. Hold on to your hats, folks, Christ’s work throughout Holy And that’s just the beginning. ters, Vol. 2”, written 10 years “The songs I wrote for Vol. two reviews for some incred- Week. Other songs ponder the reality earlier II traced the ripple effects of ible, and deeply written works, If the entire Bible and of Christ’s rising from the dead (In fact, you can hear the the resurrection. They ex- are about to unfold. subsequent theology of the from different points of view. melodic hook of “All Things plored how it impacted my Prologue opens with An- Church ever needed to be set “I’ve Seen Too Much” features New” in the opening sec- own life and hopes rather than drew’s solo voice, chanting the to music, Andrew Peterson a look at the disciples, and all onds of “All Things Together,” being specifically about Jesus. simple line, “Father, Forgive would be my first pick (if they experienced, and how thereby forecasting what is to “I called it ‘Volume II’ be- them, for they know not what Beethoven and Gustav Mahler they could not help but speak come - or what already had! cause I knew there was a more they do.” could help out, too). of these things. Confused yet?) fundamental part of that story A song is born, featuring Resurrection Letters: Vol. “Risen Again” speaks with Every Andrew Peterson still to tell. The whole church, different last words of Christ 1 begins fittingly with one Mary’s voice. “Remember and project comes across stronger the whole history of our faith, sung to short melodies and of the best songs I have ever Proclaim,” a communion- than the last. I’m not sure how hinges on Christ’s resurrection. chanted, interwoven amongst heard from Andrew Peterson: themed song, considers all this is possible. His gifts are so But I didn’t feel adequate to the several instrumental lines. It “His Heart Beats.” Every guitar those who make their commu- very well used in what he does, task of communicating that should sound confusing and strum, every hammered dul- nion with God through bread for God has greatly blessed this [yet].” cacophonic, but it doesn’t; cimer, every cymbal crash is and wine. man with music and words Are you kidding me? If any- that’s the skill of Peterson’s perfectly placed and executed. One other song is notable as and grace and love. one was adequate for that task, writing. This song can bring tears it seeks to include the listener If you possibly can, hear it was him. Like a fugal theme and to the eyes of the hardest (thereby all people, poten- these albums. Hear all three Fast forward 10 years and variation, the mind flies in and soul. With a text that features tially) in proclaiming the Risen if you can. Your time would the music world gets a great out of these words, and we see these words, “And His heart Christ. “Is He Worthy?” is a be very well spent, and their surprise. Not only was Vol. their interplay. It is brilliant. beats / Now everything is beautiful call-and-respond melodies, harmonies and texts 1 to be released for Easter (on The other songs are all very changed / ‘Cause the blood style of track that almost will stick with you. Good Friday), but Resurrec- solid, especially, “Always that brought us peace with sounds like a creed of sorts. tion Letters: Prologue, docu- Good,” and the EP ends with God is racing through His Lastly, the song “All Things The Rev. Chris Hayes is a menting the crucifixion and a fitting tune called G“ od veins / And His heart beats,” Together” sings of the reality of musician as well as a priest death of Christ, was about to Rested,” in which God’s act there is much to ponder in Christ’s accomplishment bind serving in the Parish of arrive. of creation is paralleled with these celebratory lyrics. together all believers. Quoting Salisbury and Havelock.

The Ven. Keith Osborne, Archdeacon of Saint John and head of a new ministry to seniors in the city Favourite book of the Bible - John Birthplace - Toronto What you love most about God - That He would take human flesh and suffer the dregs of humanity

submitted photo Favourite place on earth - London, UK Farthest traveled from home - Rome layreaders’ training Favourite meal - Roast beef dinner with gravy and Yorkshire pudding Biggest fear - That members of my family will not find their salvation in Christ A Layreader training event was held March 24 at Holy Hidden talent - Inclined towards languages - French, Spanish and Koine Greek Trinity in the Parish of Hammond River with the Rev. Terence Favourite movie - Lord of the Rings Chandra providing an amazing overview of the Apostles’, - Painting Nicene and Athanasian Creeds. He led a large group through Hobby a series of three sessions that built one upon the other, truly Three foods in fridge - Cheddar cheese, eggs and jam “Unpacking the Creeds.” Favourite sports team - GO LEAFS GO !! 24 / The New Brunswick Anglican may 2018

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SUMMER FUN at camp!

CAMP SCHEDULE: July 15-20, ages 7-9 July 22-27, ages 9-11 St. Michael’s Youth Conference July 29-Aug. 3, ages 11-13 Aug. 7- 10, ages 5-8 (mini-camp) Aug. 20-25 Aug. 12-17, ages 13-14 Camp Wildwood, Bouctouche, N.B. The cost is $200, but if you register St. Mike’s is for youths 13-19 years old. prior to June 1, the fee is $150. St. Mike’s is not just for Anglicans. All Mini Camp is only $120 or denominations are welcome, and people $90 before June 1. come from many corners of the Maritimes Camp Brookwood has funding and beyond to spend the week. This summer is the 31st year, and the 20th available for sponsorship of 50 children at Camp Wildwood. requiring financial support. Contact Kevin Stockall if you are interested: kevin.stockall at bellaliant.net campbrookwood.ca and visit smyc.ca for more information.

Diocesan Choir School July 8-15 Rothesay Netherwood School, Rothesay Diocesan Choir School is for children ages 8 - 18 who love to sing. This is the 61st year for choir school. www.anglicanchoirschool.com Contact Chris Hayes and find out more: revchrishayes at gmail.com

Camp Medley 2018 Classic Camps Boys and Girls Week: Ages 8-11; July 1-6, July 15-20, August 5-10 Welcome to Camp: Ages 7-9; July 15-18, August 5-8 Junior Teen Week: Ages 12-14; July 8-13, August 12-17 Girls Only Week: Ages 8-11; July 22-27

Specialty Programs Family Camp! All Ages; June 22-24 Boy’s Adventure: Ages 12-14; July 8-13, July 29-August 3 Girl’s Adventure: Ages 12-14; July 29-August 3, August 12-17 Girl Boss: Ages 13-15; July 22-27 Medley Makers: Ages 13-15; July 29-August 3 Night Owl: Ages 15+; August 19-24 Leader in Training: Ages 16+ ; July 2-20 (Participants go home on weekends)