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A SECTION OF THE ANGLICAN JOURNAL APRIL 2009 SERVING THE DIOCESE OF Synod delegates well prepared to act on task force recommendations BY ANA WATTS He impressed Diocesan Council their recommendations were all our Task Group in time for the the conclusion that all parishes When the and the Finance Committee with made public between December second meeting of most Greater struggle in some way, and they Synod convenes at the Saint just an afternoon presentation. 2008 and early March of this Chapter meetings,” says Mr. changed its name to the Rural John Trade and Convention “We studied the three written year. Clergy were advised to en- Morell. and/or Struggling Parishes task Centre in June, delegates will reports presented to the diocese sure their synod delegates had Clergy were asked to discuss force. “Clearly the resolutions have all the information they carefully, gave their more than access to the available studies the studies, recommendations that synod delegates face in June need in order to chart a course 60 recommendations very close from the moment of their elec- and task group fi ndings at their are crucial to every parish and toward spiritual, numerical and attention, and are doing our tion at parish annual meetings. vestry meetings as well, so parish every Anglican in the diocese,” fi nancial growth. They will have best to employ the wisdom and The task group even suggested leaders are prepared for the kind says Archdeacon Drummond. two years of extensive research, perspective of Bishop Salmon archdeacons call two Archdea- of changes that this year’s synod While the research that led consultation and advice on par- in our deliberations,” says Jim conry Greater Chapter meetings, is poised to adopt. to the task force recommenda- ish strengths, weaknesses and Morell who chairs the Shared instead of the usual one, before Soon after the Rural and tions revealed many positive challenges as well as matters of Ministry Task Group. “The three Synod 2009. “They should have Struggling Parishes task force formation, communication and reports reflect an astonishing the report and resolutions from got to work its members came to See “Consensus” on page 2 stewardship at their fi ngertips. amount of prayer, discussion and They will also have the benefi t clear thinking — and everything of expert analysis and succinct points to the need for systemic recommendations to consider, change. The reports and Bishop thanks to a Shared Ministry Task Salmon all recognize that unless Group empowered by Bishop we take immediate steps to re- and Diocesan verse the decline in our diocese, Council. Anglican ministry in many parts Synod 2007 struck two task of this province will soon be un- forces, one to investigate and sustainable.” recommend strategies to help ru- At press time this task group, ral and struggling parishes, the whose membership includes the other to search for an equitable Ven. Patricia Drummond and system of parish support for the Mr. Gerald McConaghy, chairs diocesan shared ministry budget. of the Rural and/or Struggling In 2008 the National Church also Parishes and the Shared Minis- conducted an in-depth survey of try Budget Support task forces this diocese’s stewardship efforts respectively, was finalizing a and outcomes and offered a plan- list of about 10 resolutions to ning study to address our many present to synod. “Many of the needs in this area. In late sum- recommendations from the three mer 2008 Bishop Edward Salmon, reports overlapped, we are doing retired from the Diocese of South our best to mirror them all,” says Carolina, spent three days with Archdeacon Drummond. diocesan clergy and made a pro- The amount of data, the depth found impression on virtually all of insight and number of recom- of them with his mission-minded mendations that came from all approach to spirituality and his these initiatives is daunting to dedication to “spiritual hygiene” say the least, but synod delegates Retired Bishop Edward Salmon (second from left) of South Carolina had a profound effect on the diocese when he as essential elements of faith as have time to read, mark, and dis- visited in August of 2008. Seen here with him on that occasion are Gerald McConaghy, chair of the diocesan fi nance well as tools for church growth. cuss it all. The three studies and committee and budget task force, Archdeacon Patricia Drummond of New Bandon and our diocesan Bishop Claude Miller.

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A R C H I V E S C O R N E R The Forgotton Kingdons The Second Bishop of Fredericton lived and remains in the shadow of the fi rst

Most people know that John Med- July 28, 1882, at the Cathedral, he a living wage.” Neales also re- ley was the fi rst and longest serv- confirmed Ellen Murray, who vealed that when necessary (and ing bishop of this diocese. Books, had come from South Carolina it often was), Bishop Kingdon theses and articles continue to be “on purpose to be confi rmed by secretly “from his own pocket, written about him and various a British Bishop.” augumented the slender stipends aspects of the Medley episcopacy On Nov. 23, 1892, Kingdon was of his more needy clergy.” here in Fredericton. Despite the enthroned as the second Bishop A few letters from the King- passage of time, the Medley years of Fredericton. He insisted that don years show that his gener- still arouse scholarly interest. “the business of the church osity extended to parishes as Many people also know that Bish- must be undertaken in legal and well. Gifts of a library to one and op Medley’s wife’s name was Mar- business-like methods.” Under Prayer Books and Catechisms to garet and while research on her his guidance, the Incapacitated others are acknowledged. A more is limited, stories abound. Just Clergy Fund grew signifi cantly; tangible memorial, given by the recently, the archives acquired the Cathedral Chapter was in- clergy in memory of the second its third identifi ed photograph of corporated; and the first dean Bishop of Fredericton is the her. Names of the Medley sons are (, 1895) and Bishop’s Chair or Cathedra that also familiar. first chancellor (T. Carleton is still used in the Cathedral. By contrast, other than his Allen, 1901), were appointed. Bishop Kingdon was survived unusual name, Hollingworth Kingdon’s insistence on keeping by his wife, Anna Beverley (Rob- Tully Kingdon, comparably proper church records resulted inson) Kingdon, whom he had little is known about the man in the appointment of the fi rst married on July 22, 1890 in a pri- who shared duties with Med- registrar (J.E.A. Simonds, 1895) vate ceremony at the cathedral. ley as coadjutor and became and the construction of a fi re- Their daughter, Anna Phillips Fredericton’s second bishop proof vault in the cathedral to Renorden (born Dec. 10, 1892) married following Medley’s death. King- protect them. Edward Alban Sturdee in Saint John don’s name, no doubt in honour On the national scene, he was very on July 7, 1912. Anna and her mother of Archdeacon Hollingworth, involved in the founding of General moved there following the bishop’s who baptized him, does not Synod in 1893 and well-known as a death. Kingdon’s widow, Anna Bever- carry the same aura which his scholarly bishop. His publications ley Kingdon, died on June 10, 1912. predecessor’s still evokes. Even included God Incarnate: The 1890 scholars have largely ignored Bishop Paddock lectures in New Sources: him. The only graduate thesis York, and The Canadian Appendix to This article draws from Canon Man- on his episcopacy was completed the Prayerbook (1903). The Diocesan sel Shewen’s fond memories of the at UNB almost 40 years ago and Bishop Hollingworth Tully Kingdon, second Bishop of Fredericton. Archives copy of the latter is reputed Second Bishop in One Hundred Years of Church Life (1945) an article on his theology was to be the only surviving one. Archdeacon Harding’s Citizens with written 51 years ago. Of course Bishop Kingdon died on Oct. the Saints (1995) a few words about the Kingdon quest, the existing canon, which at Salisbury Theological College 11, 1907, following a period of ill Bishop Kingdon’s Perpetual Diary, years are included in any history gave the synod full power to fi ll a and vicar at Good Easter, Essex. He health. At his request a coadjutor 1881-1892 of this diocese or the cathedral, vacancy, was changed. also attended Cuddesdon Theologi- bishop, John Andrew Richard- The Bishop Kingdon Memorial Fund but if we didn’t have the option After careful searching, Bish- cal College and it was Cuddesdon’s son, had been elected in 1906 and for the Augmentation of the Stipends of visiting the Kingdon grave in op Medley selected H. Tully vice-principal who brought King- succeeded him. of the Clergy in the Diocese of Fredericton (1911), by Canon Scovil St. John’s churchyard in Nash- Kingdon and a special meeting don to Medley’s attention. Fredericton’s third bishop Neales waaksis, would we even know established a committee to fi nd a of synod was held in Saint John Hollingworth Tully Kingdon The Synod Journals of the Diocese, the name of his wife? More on Jan. 12, 1881, where Bishop was consecrated on July 10, 1881 suitable way to honour his prede- 1905-1907 importantly, does anyone know Medley presented his credentials in a packed cathedral. Until cessor. This committee selected Gillian Liebenberg’s Guide to the Use what she looked like? and supporting letters and synod Medley’s death, in September the raising of at least $10,000 of the Synod Journals of the Diocese At Diocesan Synods in 1879, unanimously accepted him. 1892, his assistant took on duties to supplement clergy stipends of Fredericton, 1890-1990. Bishop Medley stated his desire The bishop coadjutor was which involved the most travel. as a fi tting memorial. Initially The Archives Corner is prepared by for an assistant (a coadjutor), born on April 16, 1835 in Lon- His “Perpetual Diary” records contributions of only a dollar per Twila Buttimer because as he aged, he could don, and earned both many confi rmations and the rare person were requested in order ([email protected] no longer do all the work in the a bachelor’s degree (1858) and consecration or ordination in that everyone could contribute 506-453-4306) diocese. So convinced was he of a master’s degree (1861) from various parts of New Brunswick equally. Canon Scovil Neales Frank Morehouse the need for an assistant that he Trinity College, Cambridge. Or- and in Nova Scotia. Sometimes wrote that Bishop Kingdon be- ([email protected] offered to fi nd the appropriate dained deacon in 1859 and priest his notes revealed he had trav- lieved on his clergy’s behalf that 506-459-3637). person and pay the coadjutor in 1860, he served as curate at St. eled some 56 miles in one day and “as workmen worthy of their They welcome your comments or himself. To meet the bishop’s re- Andrew’s, London, vice-principal held four or even fi ve services. On hire, they should at least receive questions. Consensus possible for task force members representing diverse www.anglican.nb.ca views of Anglican understanding OFFICIAL PUBLICATION OF THE DIOCESE OF FREDERICTON Continued from page 1 allocation) formula for parish A SECTION OF THE ANGLICAN JOURNAL things about the Diocese of support of the diocesan budget Fredericton, issues around lead- to begin with 2010 budget plan- The Rt. Rev. 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P R I N C I P A L God’s providence always worthy of praise E N G A G E M E N T S

For God so loved the world that house of my God.” (1Chron 29:3) even my God is with you. He will he gave his only Son, that who- As recorded, the heads of not fail you …” (1Chron. 28:20) April 14 Bishop’s Counsel ever believes in him should not the fathers’ houses, the leaders What is the church’s impedi- perish but have eternal life. of the tribes, the commanders, ment? Surely it is not youthful- April 19 and the offi cers of the king’s ness or inexperience. Could it Parish of the Nerepis work made their freewill offer- be that our trust is misplaced? and St. John ast month, my short ings. “Then the people rejoiced Could it be that our trust is pri- April 19-23 refl ection was inspired by because they had given willing- marily placed in the material House of Bishops the task forces on Rural ly, for with a whole heart had world? The true nature of God L April 2-29 offered freely to the Lord; David is love, and out of his love for and Struggling Parishes, as Deanery of St. Andrews well as Support of our Shared the king also rejoiced greatly.” us he gives us life in its entirety visitation* Mission Budget established (1Chron.29:9) “for all things come of thee …” following our 2007 synod. Their David’s joy and gratitude (1Chron 29:14a) God seeks our May 3-6 Deaneries of reports (readily available under causes him to recognize his response in our loving relation- Fredericton and York the 2009 Synod button on angli- short comings and the tempo- ship with him. We cannot give visitation* can.nb.ca) seem to defi ne our rary state of human life in the to God anything that is not al- diocese by what we lack. If only midst of God’s goodness. He ready his “… and of thine own May 7-10 Council of General Synod we had larger congregations, recognizes the folly of always have we given thee.” (1Chron. more money, more youth … the accumulating material wealth 29:14b) May 13 list goes on. The recommenda- ... to what end? “For we are In a world bent on autonomy Diocesan Council strangers before thee, and and self-suffi ciency, not accept- tions from these efforts will house of rest for the ark of the May 17 make up a large portion of the covenant of the Lord, and for sojourners, as all our fathers ing reality — that all is God’s Parish of Sussex business of synod this June. the footstool of our God; and were; our days on earth are like — may be the impediment that This desire for more prompts I made preparation for build- a shadow, and there is no abid- thwarts our ability to be satis- May 28 Parish of Musquash. a couple of questions: “Where ing.” (1Chron. 28:2) God speaks ing.” (1Chron. 29:15) fi ed, to rejoice, to celebrate and might we look for direction as to David and says that his son The record of David’s to give willingly in response to * denotes confi rmation we struggle to recognize that Solomon is to build the temple. experience should cause us to God’s unselfi shness. “For God God’s providence, in the midst “Take heed now [Solomon], consider that our main work so loved the world that he gave of our perceived lack, is worthy for the Lord has chosen you to of synod should be celebra- his only Son, that whoever be- of celebration and praise ?” and build a house for the sanctuary; tion and rejoicing in a spirit lieves in him should not perish A N N O U N C E M E N T S “How much must we possess be strong, and do it.” of worship, thanks and giving. but have eternal life.” before our satisfi ed hearts are God dictated the design for As God’s church, is it not our May God’s love be manifest The Rev Karman Hunt was ap- prompted to respond with an the temple and David assures work to make real God’s rule in the Risen Christ this Easter- pointed Regional Dean of York attitude of thanks and giving Solomon that this work is to and presence in our own lives tide. for a one-year term beginning to God?” be corporately and personally and in those whom we serve? Feb. 15. Chapters 28 and 29 of 1 supported. David made an ap- The impediment to our serving The Rev. Canon John Matheson Chronicles contain a wonderful peal to the wider community seems to be dictated by what was appointed Regional Dean record of spiritual leadership and, in addition to what he is we lack and not by our willing- of St. Andrews for a three-year in the fi nal years of an earthly able to acquire on behalf of the ness to give whatever we have. term beginning March 1. king’s faithfulness to God. The temple project, he is prepared David recognized Solomon’s The Rev. Canon George Aker- king’s name is David. David is to give his personal estate in its impediment. “Solomon my son, ley will retire again on April setting the stage for Solomon, entirety. “Moreover, in addition whom alone God has chosen, is 30 when he leaves the Parish his son, to succeed him as king to all I have provided for the young and inexperienced, and of Upper Kennebecasis. The over Israel. There is a great holy house, I have a treasure of the work is great.” (1Chron. 29:1) diocese is grateful for his many deal of work to do … “Hear me, my own of gold and silver, and But David also uses a word of years of faithful ministry. my brethren and my people. because of my devotion to the encouragement. “Fear not, be Claude Miller is Bishop of Youth Action Director George I had it in my heart to build a house of my God I give it to the not dismayed; for the Lord God; Fredericton. Porter is on sabbatical until the end of May. My money doesn’t own me if I give God his fi rst

BY GEOFFREY HALL word. “Tithe” comes from the this one. The only way I can shoulder, laugh to laugh and tear t’s not up to me to tell word “tenth,” so it’s a propor- assure that I own my money to tear, with others called to be another what to do. It’s only tion, that proportion being and it doesn’t own me is to be among the baptized. Iwhen I decide that I am, specifi cally one-tenth part of willing to consistently put the Am I bragging? No way. in fact “the problem” or part the whole. I’m regularly con- part that belongs to God where I could do much more, but of the solution, that I’ll make fused by those who claim they it ought to be. often don’t, and I’m seldom a difference. What I can do is “tithe 14 per cent!” Isn’t that a I can’t be in a church pew or very pleased about that. I am share what I do as an effective tithe plus an offering of four stand at the altar on a Sunday convinced that we need not be way of proclaiming the Gospel per cent? Praise the Lord! God and watch the faith community ashamed of witnessing to what and being a disciple. has got to be far more joyous to which I belong — and within good is done for God and for I always had a coin or two for about the four per cent than the which I enjoy the blessing of others. We need to share the Sunday school offering. Once I ten. One is the biblical assumed acceptance and membership priorities we hold dear. And starting earning my own, I had standard, the other a gift. I also — struggle with fi nancial maybe that’s what it’s really all to connect the dots a bit. Mum habitually make gifts (offerings) realities and challenges while I about. The fi nancial stresses and Dad didn’t stick a quarter at Christmas, Easter, to PWRDF, give some of my fi rst dollars to and strains we experience as in my pocket any more. at times of special need and to another cause. My commitment members of the Body of Christ, My fi rst real encounter with other causes both inside and to support the proclamation the church would not exist at a call to giving came during a outside of the church. of the gospel comes from the all if we just took a step toward meeting with a summer super- Do I give to the Cancer and fi rst of my earnings while other giving sincere and honest wit- visor while in divinity studies. the Alzheimer’s and other charities, I’m afraid, get some ness and encouragement to one Now, paid by the church I served, A View from societies? You bet. I think its all of my last. It’s interesting, another about the what and my question to my mentor was: the Synod Offi ce good and important work and I though, how I always seem to why of what we do. It’s not up “How much should I give?” I got want to be part of it. Do I count have some for them too. to me to recommend or even the appropriate answer: “That’s not, a buck still only goes so far. it an “offering to God” for the Does my church giving mat- suggest what someone else between you and the Lord, my Soon after ordination to proclamation of the Gospel? ter a hoot to my eternal salva- should do. The best I can do is friend.” Not much help. the transitional diaconate my No, because it isn’t. If I were tion? I don’t think so. If I had to share what I do and rest as- Of course its different for me income stabilized a bit and I set to do that, my commitment to buy myself into the good graces sured it makes a difference. as I rely on the church for my the approach I’ve taken ever our Lord would be less than my of God, I couldn’t afford it. One- living. Or is it? I’m paid a “fi xed since. I’ve never regretted it. I understanding of the biblical tenth plus, however, is a small The Ven. Geoffrey Hall is Execu- income” every month to use give to God out of the fi rst dol- expectation. We twist, turn and price in recognition and thanks- tive Assistant to the Bishop of as I choose. I “choose” to keep lars I receive. squeeze that one, making it far giving for the mountain of bless- Fredericton, Secretary of Synod, food in the cupboard and fuel I tithe. more complicated than it need ings I enjoy — a healthy number Diocesan Archdeacon and Ter- in the car, among many, many There seems to be rampant be. Unlike many issues, Holy I experience by way of walking ritorial Archdeacon of Freder- other things. Holy orders or misunderstanding about that Scripture is far from vague on the journey of faith, shoulder to icton. 4 / THE NEW BRUNSWICK ANGLICAN APRIL 2009

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Make plans for Coming Soon All for the Best

Sally Diblee, soprano Dr. Willis Noble, organist summer fun at Camp Medley Dean Keith Joyce, trumpeter Present a benefi t concert for Farraline Place To aid in fl ood recovery At Christ Church Cathedral Entrance by donation proceeds to Farraline Place secure, comfortable and independent accommodations for seniors.

SingApril Into 26, 7 Springp. m. St. Luke’s Main Street Saint John with the music of Kevin Langford and his Rotary Boy’s & Girl’s Choirs plus guest soloist Paul Bustin. Free-will offering 10 % to the Joyce Lumb Music Fund the remainder supports St. Luke’s ministries.

ACW Diocesan Annual Meeting May 5 & 6 St. Luke’s Main Street Saint John Padre Malcolm Berry to speak on his experiences in Afghanistan

Mother’s Day Spaghetti Dinner Saturday, May 9 Christ Church (Parish) Church Fredericton Doors open at 4 p.m. Individuals, $6 Families $15 Children under six, free Call 451-0630 for tickets Taylor College of Mission and Evangelism Mountain View Drive Saint John announces three new streams of study for September, 2009 • Generational Studies: a biblical model of the family growing and learning together. • Evangelism & Fresh Expression: new ways to engage people of the 21st century with the timeless Good News of Jesus and His Kingdom. •Disciple Formation: enabling Christians to refl ect Jesus in their lives and call others to faith. Taylor is the only college in Canada that focuses solely on formation for mission and evangelism. www.taylorcollege.ca 506-642-2210 APRIL 2009 THE NEW BRUNSWICK ANGLICAN / 5

P A R I S H N E W S People of Moncton celebrate place and presence

BY TED BARTLETT Mercer, rector from 2000 to 2003, served as rector for 22 years. or the congregation at assisted by Canon Wally Corey Although few records survived Saint George’s in Monc- (1990 to 1998). Also joining the an 1873 fi re, it is known that Fton, 2008 was a year of current rector, the Rev. Chris the congregation worshipped very special signifi cance. It VanBuskirk, were Archdeacon in the Free Meeting House on marked both the 60th anniver- John Sharpe and the Rev. Don- Steadman Street until the fi rst sary of the consecration of the ald Routledge, both of whom Saint George’s building was majestic stone building at the have served in neighbouring completed in 1853. corner of Church and Queen parishes during their ministry. The second wooden church Streets, as well as 160 years of Today’s Saint George’s is was in use from 1875 until Anglican worship and com- actually the third Anglican structural concerns led to its munity involvement in Greater church to occupy the down- demolition in 1932 to make way Moncton. town Moncton site. Archdeacon for the building that stands Highlighting the dual an- Crowther paid tribute to the today. niversary observances was a leadership of Archdeacon J. J. “The heritage of Saint festal celebration of the Holy Alexander, who spearheaded George’s is closely linked with Eucharist on Sunday, Oct. 5, the building’s construction and the history and evolution of with three former rectors as opening in the midst of the Greater Moncton,” says Mr. guests of honour. Archdeacon Great Depression. It was not VanBuskirk. “For example, our Tom Crowther, who served formally dedicated until 1948, present church was erected by Helping the people of the Parish of Moncton celebrate at St. George’s the parish from 1966 until his when all construction debt had legendary contractor Ambrose Church are, left to right, Canon Wally Corey (1990-1998), the Rev. Don retirement in 1990, paid tribute been retired. Diocesan Bishop Wheeler, who was responsible Routledge, the Rev. Chris VanBuskirk, present rector, Canon John Sharpe, to both a beautiful church and W.H. Moorhead offi ciated at for so many beautiful public Canon David Mercer (2000-2003), Archdeacon Tom Crowther (1966-1990). a vibrant congregation. His that ceremony. buildings in this community. engaging homily was themed The very fi rst Anglican The land on which it sits was service in this church back integral part of the city’s down- around the traditional hymn services in Moncton had been originally donated by another in 1935 was broadcast live on town core, with outreach pro- “We love the Place, O God.” The conducted a century earlier famous Monctonian, Judge CKCW – a fi rst for this area. grams designed for any and all celebrant was Canon David by the Rev. W.N. Boyer, who Bliss Botsford. The inaugural Saint George’s remains an who may need our assistance.” Well-designed rural church confi rms — ‘If you build it, they will come’

BY CHRIS HAYES Sunday worship more often; of God’s work in this parish be here is a well-known line the Sunday school has grown shared with others. We have from the movie, Field of dramatically; the nursery is already hosted groups from two TDreams, that goes, “If used each Sunday and the different parishes, telling them you build it, they will come.” building is used throughout the the story of how things have While the person who said this week — something that was come to be thus far. We welcome was referring to a baseball fi eld, just not possible in the old, cold others to come, see, listen and it still fi ts the situation at St. building. Now we offer Morning perhaps be inspired. There are John’s Church, in the Parish of Prayer through the week, and many opportunities for projects Richmond, quite well. many groups use the Parish like this throughout our diocese. The parish voted to build a Centre for Bible Study, vestry, None of our success with new church and parish centre Mothers’ Union, the Prayer this project is of our doing. It is with a simple yet practical de- Chain, and other gatherings. only through a willingness to sign including space for congre- From the beginning, the follow the Lord’s lead that we gational worship, three Sunday parish understood this project have accomplished anything, school classrooms, a nursery, as a physical means to a “mis- and it will only continue if we modern washroom facilities, sioning” end. The building was St. John’s Church, Parish of Richmond continue to follow that lead. kitchen and storage. The one and neither for our convenience nor up, and in use. We have only He would see us through. We’ve For now, we celebrate God’s only step in the entire building comfort. It was to facilitate ac- completed step one, and there been in the new place for only blessing of these things, and we is the one up into the sancturay. tivities that reached out to the are many more to follow. four months and more than continue to seek how we’re to The church is warm, comfort- community and invited people While it certainly seemed half the cost of the building is use this beautiful facility to his able, useful and accessible. be involved in the work of the like a daunting task to even paid. God has already blessed honour and glory. The parish built it, and church. Toward that end, we do consider a project of such scale, this work so we continue with the people have come. Occa- not see this project as fi nished the parish fi rmly felt God’s the work at hand. The Rev. Chris Hayes is rector sional attenders are present for just because the building is hand in this, and trusted that It is our hope that the story of the Parish of Richmond. Witness to Springhill Disaster unaware she was a witness to the beginning of PWRDF

BY MARGARET LAKING fi rst time, as a coal miner. She found her mother and her every day.” t 8:06 p.m. on Oct. 23, In early October 1958, sister there. She wondered at fi rst Until recently, Sheila’s sad 1958, the world as Sheila 18-year-old Sheila moved to why her sister was at the mine, and intimate knowledge of The A(Teed) Norton knew Moncton to work as a sales rather than at home with her fi ve Bump, as the 1958 disaster is it ended. Her father died in auditor at Eaton’s. On Oct. 21, babies. Then she thought, “She’s often called, did not include the Springhill Mine Disaster as she wrote in her diary, the just here for Mum.” the PWRDF connection. She — the tragedy that inspired the radio played in the background. She was wrong. Her brother- learned about it Oct. 26, 2008, creation of the Primate’s World “I thought they were reminisc- in-law had switched shifts when PWRDF Executive Direc- Relief and Development Fund. ing about the 1956 Springhill with a friend who needed that tor Cheryl Curtis preached She shared her story with her explosion that killed 39 min- evening off. He too was trapped about it at a commemoration parish family at St. George’s in ers,” she told the people at St. and killed. service at All Saints in Sprin- McAdam on Have a Heart for George’s in McAdam. When the “I lost my Dad, my best ghill. PWRDF Sunday, Feb. 15, the awful truth became clear, she friend and my hero that night,” She shared that knowledge day after Valentine’s Day. began to scream. The couple said Sheila. “Whoever says time with those who tend the Nova Sheila was born in Pugwash, with whom she boarded rushed heals all wounds doesn’t know Scotia Miners Tribute pages on Nova Scotia in 1940 and was MARGARET LAKING to her room. what they’re talking about. the Internet. As a result a page baptized at St. George’s in that The Rev. Kevin Cross, Sheila “Once they realized what There will never be a band aid was added to acknowledge the community. When her father Norton and her husband Karl. was happening they told me to big enough to cover this wound. 1958 disaster in Springhill caused Henry Teed returned from the get my things gathered up and But when you are brought up in the Anglican Church of Canada Second World War the family when a rock fall caused the roof they drove me to Springhill. the church, being in one means to recognize the need to channel moved to Springhill and her of the mine to collapse, she saw When all the lights were out at a great deal. When I walk in assistance quickly in emergency father went down in the mines. her father in the hospital with a my mom’s home and then at my here I feel a peace wash over situations. The 1959 result was She was confi rmed with him broken shoulder and punctured sister’s, they drove me to the me. I ask God to take my hand what was then called the Pri- when she was 12. A year later, lung — she saw him, for the mines.” and lead me graciously through mate’s World Relief Fund. 6 / THE NEW BRUNSWICK ANGLICAN APRIL 2009

C O L U M N S A good camp experience can make a big difference

As director of Camp Medley, conversations with their chil- can be a safe and accepting speaks to me. A young person one of our two diocesan camps, dren about the risks they face, community where inter-person- told his grandfather that one I focus on summer very early, but a good summer camp ex- al relationships are built and of the most enjoyable times at while there is still snow on the perience can certainly support a signifi cant relationship with camp was going to the chapel ground and the temperature parental efforts. At camp young God can begin and be nurtured. with his friends to pray. The is still bone-chilling. I have to people build lasting, positive New ideas and deep concerns grandfather asked what they constantly remind myself that relationships with committed are explored and talked about would pray about and the summer will, indeed, come. Christian campers and staff. in safety. These kinds of experi- grandson replied: “Well, you This winter I felt bombarded Interaction with others who ences happen at all age levels know, world things”. by news reports of teens of in- edge they need to protect them- have successfully negotiated in the camps run in our diocese, A response like that makes creasingly younger ages involved selves, to make informed and their teenage years gives them not just the teen camps. So why it clear that young person in obviously risky behaviour positive decisions for their lives. valuable perspective. not give your child, grandchild, encountered a new view of the — sex, alcohol, drugs, bullying Everybody makes good and Both our diocesan camps, nephew or niece the opportu- world at camp. A response like — and perhaps less obvioulsly bad choices, so young people Medley and Brookwood, choose nity to live in a community of that helps those of us who work risky behaviour by sharing inap- don’t have the market cornered summer staff very carefully. Christians this summer. Give very long hours to make each propriate pictures and messages on this one. Some young people, We look for young people who them an opportunity to spend week of the summer a success on the Internet and their cell however, have neither the facts show a desire to put God fi rst in time with children of their own to realize we are doing God’s phones. Peer, media and cultural nor the strength to make good their lives, who value children age, to have fun, learn more about work — and that is a privilege pressures are often the cause of decisions when they are faced and teens, and who know how themselves, worship God and worthy of exhaustion. this beahaviour and as a Chris- with new choices and situa- to have fun. learn more about the God who tian educator and camp director I tions. Often they don’t even Research data shows that loves and cares for them so deeply am deeply concerned. understand that some of their a lot of the young adults who that he sacrifi ced his only Son. Liz Harding is diocesan director As adults and parents we decisions have long-term, life- regularly attend and are active I could tell you many, many of Christian education and year- can moan and rant, or we can altering consequences. in their churches attribute stories from camp last summer, round director of Camp Medley. take up the task of equipping Nothing can take the place their faithfulness to a signifi - but there isn’t enough room Reach her at (506) 459-1801 or young people with the knowl- of parents who have regular cant camp experience. Camp on the page, so here is one that [email protected]. U2’s new albumn defi es adequate description

n Internet challenge view: “I was think- it’s all that I found / And I can tic portrayal of God and the sent U2 fans searching ing about breathe…” Also worthy of note world in their music. I wanted Athrough nearly 30 years the kind of is “Cedars of Lebannon” which to write the most wonderful worth of albums to fi nd just lyric Cole is introspective with ominous review of their music possible one song that did not contain Porter would tones of the wars in the Middle because I feel it deserves it, but a reference to God. No one has sing, but I was East. U2’s history is checkered I suspect this article falls far yet found such a song. also thinking with commentaries on politi- short of that mark. U2’s music, At different times in a long about the cal instability in the world. On especially on this album, needs career, U2 has been considered Magnifi cat. Bach does a good one this album the only song that to be listened to for a while; it one of most infl uential spiri- a Christian band — or are (Bono whistles the tune for inter- is overtly political is the quiet needs to seep deep into of you. I tual bands in the world. Bono, they? viewer Catherine Ogden). ballad “White as Snow” with don’t totally get U2, but after 25 the band’s lead singer, has been U2’s latest (just out last This one is about two lovers the mind-numbing lyric, “Once years of listening to and read- known to stop in the middle of month) album, No Line on holding on to each other and I knew there was a love divine ing about this band, I feel I’m some songs to pray with a live the Horizon, is a continuing trying to turn their life into / Then came a time I thought it on the way. This may just be concert audience during live testament to the band’s dedi- worship. Not of each other, but knew me not / Who can forgive their best album — that’s not concerts, and each night he cation to their raison d’etre of being alive, of God …” forgiveness where forgiveness them saying that, it’s me. There thanks God for his life. Many — to write incredible music. In the song “Stand Up is not.” is so much to digest that I fi nd of his songs have direct con- This new release tackles Comedy” comes the line, “God To simply quote all the little kernels of understanding nections to Scripture passages, broad themes — fi rst loves, is love / And love is evolution’s album’s literal references to continue to lead to a deeper ap- but don’t think of this group as God’s love, and perceived very best day.” God and his love would more preciation of the line between “squeaky clean.” Bono has been reality — from several points The songs on this album vary than fi ll an article. I continue creation and creator, both little known to use some “colourful of view. God is very much in in style and content. “Breathe” to be a huge fan of the band’s c and big C. language,” and to have a pint the music. features a great fi nishing lyric: work, and have actually writ- or two too many from time to About the song “Magnifi- “Sing your heart out, sing my ten church service liturgies The Rev. Chris Hayes is a musi- time. In other words, U2 mem- cent” (and it really is), Bono heart out / I’ve found grace around some of its music and cian as well as rector of the Par- bers are not ideal members of declares in a magazine inter- inside a sound / I found grace, lyrics because of the realis- ish of Richmond. Sometimes we creatae chaos to avoid confronting divine guidance

ur unconscious mind is a the interior sufferings of mind, chaos, feelings of personal and there over the years, glued Overy old brain form found heart and spirit. Venomous and spiritual discontent, the to places, objects, people, mem- near the brainstem. It pumps creatures see well at night, disorganization and drama we ories, and unfi nished business. adrenalin in response to things haunt the mind, and gnaw at foster in our lives, or our anxi- Detaching is diffi cult, rigorous like fear. It is sometimes called the heart. They slither past our ety that chaos will occur if we and continuous, often life-long. the reptilian brain, because it is defenses. We want to maintain do not control life. We need an ancient and not in the control the power dynamics of our expanded awareness of the con- “Unto me?” I do not know you — Where of the thinking mind — our physical life and at the same sequences of our actions and may be your house and castle? conscience. Both prayer and time have a transcendent rela- reactions, personal motivations “I am Jesus – Late of Judea – Now of therapy focus on discerning tionship with God — we want and choices. Our attachments Paradise” – Wagons have you to convey me? This how and why it causes us to be- face our strategies to maintain to serve two masters. Since buffer us from the presence of is far from Thence – lieve WE can control our world our own personal power. “The this will not work, we begin to God. They substitute for con- “Arms of Mine – suffi cient Phaeton and each other; that we don’t external world creates internal acknowledge that we have a tact with the divine, dilute our – Trust Omnipotence” - need to listen to God. chaos and seduces the intellect, relationship to the archetypal capacity to pray with full atten- I am spotted – “I am Pardon” – I am In her book Entering the Castle: pulling it in two different direc- pattern of chaos. tion and cause distraction. small – “The Least An Inner Path to God and Your tions, confronting it with two Sometimes we create this Attachments to earthly Is esteemed in Heaven the Chiefest Soul, psychologist Caroline different value systems, devo- chaos by being unreasonable things of any kind — like the – Occupy my House and my Castle” Myss describes our relation- tions, loyalties, an earthly and and out of control, either reptiles of jealousy, vengeance, – — Emily Dickenson ship to prayer and our soul as divine reality,” says Myss. inadvertently or deliberately. haunting memory, arrogance a journey through rooms of a In this area we need to clear Sometimes we do it to avoid and dishonesty — are all about castle. The dark ground fl oor is the castle, our souls, in order confrontation with truth or power. Joan Teed is a vocational attached to earthly power. This for the serious work of soul divine guidance. Detachment is a spiritual chaplain as well as a social is the domain of physical power growth to take place. We must So we need to examine the necessity. Myss says we leave worker and counsellor in private and chaos. In these rooms we face and expel from our souls relationship of our soul to fragments of our spirit here practice. APRIL 2009 THE NEW BRUNSWICK ANGLICAN / 7

I N T E R C E S S I O N S Good questsions? APRIL ica) the Rt. Rev. Sturdie Downs. (open incumbency). Diocese of ¶ 16: Parish of Lancaster, the Archbishop Fred Hiltz, Primate Ho, Mrs. Christiana Asamoah, Rev. Chris McMullen. Diocese Anglican Church of Canada. Dio- parochial catechist. Good answers? of Ho, Rev. Fr. Charles Anum cese of Ho, the Rt. Rev. Matthias ¶ 6: Parish of Quispamsis, (open Tetteh priest-in-charge, Wora- Medadues-Badohu. Diocese of incumbency) Canon Stuart Al- wora Deanery. Yukon, Archbishop Terry Buck- lan, priest-in-charge, Ms Kym ¶ 17: Parish of Ludlow & Bliss- le, Blanche and family. Claude, Vessey, lay pastoral assistant. BY RICHARD MCCONNELL between fi eld, the Rev. Andrew Fraser. our bishop, William, George and The Rev. Valerie Hunt. came across a question the parishes. ¶ 18: Parish of McAdam, the Rev. Harold, retired bishops, and their ¶ 7: Parish of Renforth, the Rev. Archbishop of Canterbury The inner Kevin Cross, priest-in-charge. families. Eric Phinney, the Rev. Canon asked at the Lambeth Con- city work in I ¶ 19: Diocese of New York (Prov- ¶ 27: Parish of Musquash, (open Ed Coleman, pastoral assistant. ference last August: “Which Saint John, ince II, USA) The Rt. Rev. Mark incumbency) Capt. Rob Marsh, Diocese of Ho, Mr William Ag- of us tells the whole truth the Sean Sisk, the Rt Rev. Egbert Don interim. The Ven. Lyman Hard- balenyo, parochial catechist. when we are being rhetorical?” university Taylor, Assisting Bishop, the Rt. ing (retired). ¶ 8: Parish of Restigouche, the The Archbishop’s question chaplaincy Rev. Catherine S. Roskam, Suf- ¶ 28: Parish of the Nerepis and St. Rev. Arnold Godsoe, priest-in- is, of course, itself rhetori- in fragan Bishop. Archbishop Fred John, the Ven. Vicars Hodge, the charge. cal. We know the answer he Fredericton, Hiltz Primate, Anglican Church Rev. Michael Caines, assistant ¶ 9: Parish of Richmond, the Rev. expects is that none of us tells the ministry of Canada. Diocese of Ho, the Rt. curate. Diocese of Ho, Sr. Joyce Chris Hayes. more than our own side of a in parishes Archdeaconry Rev. Matthias Medadues-Bado- Agbefu, diocesan catechist. ¶ 10: Diocese of North Queensland truth when we are making a faced Insights hu. , Carcross, ¶ 29: Parish of New Bandon, the (Australia) the Rt. Rev. Willain J. passionate speech. with St. Saviour’s, the Rev. David Ven. Patricia Drummond. The Ray, the Rt. Rev. Saibo Mabo Where am I going with this? mill closures and forestry Pritchard, Tagish, Johnson’s Ven. Harold Hazen (retired). Suffragan, the Rt. Rev. James To the June diocesan, of cutbacks, camps Medley and Crossing, Teslin - St. Philips, ¶ 30: Parishes of Newcastle & Randolph, Leftwich Suffragan. course. Camp Brookwood are all my the Most Rev. Terry Buckle and Nelson, the Rev. Richard Steeves. Archbishop Fred Hiltz, Primate Synod is full of rhetoric, work. the ministry team, Archbishop Diocese of Ho, Br. Felix Atta Anglican Church of Canada. Dio- beginning with the Bishop’s The Bishop calls synod be- Terry Buckle, Blanche and fam- Boakye (in training), diocesan cese of Ho, the Rt. Rev. Matthias Charge, and ending (eventual- cause he is, by God’s grace, the ily. Claude, our bishop, William, catechist. Medadues-Badohu. Diocese of ly) with countless speeches on head of the whole family. He George and Harold, retired bish- MAY Yukon, clergy in secular employ- the fl oor of Synod. This Synod is consecrated to seek what is ops, and their families. ¶ 1: Parish of New Maryland, the ment holding bishop’s license for our questions will be raised best for everyone, not just my ¶ 20: Parish of Madawaska. (St. Rev. Bruce McKenna. ministry, the Rev. Martin Car- by three reports: The Budget parish. Bishop Claude Miller is John the Baptist Anglican/St. ¶ 2: Parish of Pennfi eld, the Rev. roll, Archbishop Terry Buckle, Task Force, the Task Force on my father in God. I might not Paul’s United shared ministry) Keith Osborne. Blanche and family. Claude, our Rural and Struggling Parishes, always agree with what I think the Rev. Fran Bedell, deacon-in- ¶ 3: North Central Philippines bishop, William, George and and the Report from Letting (and might think wrongly!) charge. The Rev. Donald Hamil- (Philippines) the Rt. Rev. Joel A Harold, retired bishops, and their Down the Nets. are his views, but I know that ton, Anglican chaplain, Moncton Pachao. Council of the North, families. How will synod deal with he is responsible to God for Hospital. , the Rt. ¶ 11: Parish of Riverview, the the many questions that these what takes place. That’s why ¶ 21: Parish of Marysville, the Rev. William Anderson, people Rev. Brent Ham. The Rev. Canon reports bring to the surface? he votes separately. He listens Rev. Canon John Cathcart. Dio- and clergy, training programs James Irvine (retired). Perhaps there is one question carefully to synod and synod cese of Ho, Justice Richardson for vocational deacons and ab- ¶ 12: Parish of Rothesay, the Rev. over all and that is: “How does listens to him. He unites us in Komla Macarphuy, seminarian. original clergy. Archbishop Fred Canon Albert Snelgrove, the the Church in New Brunswick our mission: tries to help us ¶ 22: Parishes of Maugerville Hiltz, Primate, Anglican Church Rev. Jasmine Chandra, assistant do its mission in the face of hear each other and to consid- & Oromocto, the Rev. Keith of Canada. Diocese of Ho, the curate. Diocese of Ho, Mr. Hope all that is happening around er all views. Finally, the bishop Howlett. Liz Harding, Christian Rt Rev. Matthias Medadues-Ba- Fiebor, parochial catechist. us?” This question is far from unites us with the bishops and Education Director. dohu. Diocese of Yukon, Atlin ¶ 13: Parish of St. Andrews, rhetorical because there are the church throughout Canada ¶ 23: Parish of Millidgeville, the - St. Martin, the Rev. Deacon Vera Canon John Matheson. The Rev. as many answers as there are and the world, including the Rev. Canon Alvin Westgate, the Kirkwood and family, Dorothy Canon David Jackson (retired). members of synod. But then, Archbishop of Canterbury, Rev. Canon Brian Campion, the Odian, licensed lay minister & ¶ 14: Parish of St. Andrew’s, surely that is the point of and wrestles with them for Rev. Paul McCracken, honor- family, Archbishop Terry Buckle, Sunny Brae with Hillsborough synod! both unity and truth. ary assistants. Diocese of Ho, Blanche and family. Claude, our & Riverside, the Rev. Robert Sal- So, as we prepare for June And what do I hope that Bro. Clemence Ahun, diocesan bishop, William, George and loum. Diocese of Ho, Mr. Joseph 4-6 in Saint John, can I ask this Synod will accomplish? catechist. Harold, retired bishops, and their Dzanka, parochial catechist. the following, non-rhetorical, I hope it will be a joyful ¶ 24: Parish of Minto & Chipman, families. ¶ 15: Parish of St. David & St. questions? celebration of our deep faith the Rev. Philip Pain. ¶ 4: Parish of Portland, the Rev. Patrick, Canon John Matheson, What is Synod? Is it like in Jesus Christ. I hope synod ¶ 25: Parish of Moncton, the Rev. Eileen Irish. The Rev. Karman priest-in-charge. parliament? will help us see that though we Chris VanBuskirk. Hunt. ¶ 16: Parish of St. George, the Rev. Are there actually different have great challenges in this ¶ 26: Nicaragua (Central Amer- ¶ 5: Parish of Prince William, Mary Anne Langmaid. parties at synod? diocese we are called together What is the relationship of precisely because God knows it my parish to the diocese? is only together that we can do Why does the bishop pre- his work. In fact, God’s work is National committee takes the pulse of the diocese side at synod? unity! Why does he vote separately What do I fear? Well, ulti- from the clergy and laypeople? mately nothing, since I know The General Synod Faith, Wor- • Theological education in prepa- What do I hope synod will that the church’s mission has ship and Ministry (FWM) com- ration for a national consultation accomplish? had greater challenges than mittee met at Villa Madonna in January, 2010; What do I fear? it does even now. But, to be in Rothesay in early March. On • Anglican Ecclesiology, includ- Having asked these ques- honest, I do fear the rhetoric. Sunday, March 8, committee ing ecumenical shared minis- tions, would you permit me to Because some of us have the members traveled to Fredericton tries, inter-church dialogues, the briefl y share my answers with ability to present our point of to attend morning worship at Covenant, and the development you? (Now there’s a rhetorical view so defi nitely, I am afraid Christ Church Cathedral, and of a theological rational for question!) that others will think their to share lunch and information changes to the marriage canon; Synod is not like parlia- own point of view the less with New Brunswick Anglicans • Sexuality and ethics resourc- ment. Synod is the priceless important. I fear that we will at Cathedral Memorial Hall in ing the continuing dialogue on opportunity for the Christian think we have accomplished the early afternoon. They also human sexuality. family to gather, pray, listen our work when one point of received information from those The committee’s 16 mem- and seek a way that we can view wins and another loses, who joined them. bers include bishops, priests all share in the mission of the and God forbid, there is ap- The FWM mandate is to re- and lay people. General Synod Church in this province. plause. spond to the concerns of An- staff members, including FWM There are no parties at synod, So here’s another ques- glicans across the country as director Alyson Barnet-Cowan, but there are defi nitely differ- tion from the Archbishop of expressed through the priorities Kawuki Mukasa, Eileen Scully ent points of view and very Canterbury — great rhetori- set by General Synod. Its portfo- and Jo Abrams traveled with the strong feelings. Like a family, cian that he is — not about our lio is large and often controver- committee. They brought to the ANA WATTS sometimes these feelings keep synod, but about Lambeth last sial. The 16-member committee, tasks the diversities that both Janet Marshall from the Diocese us from listening effectively year. He asked: “How do we made up of bishops, priests and enrich and challenge our church of Nova Scotia and Prince Edward to one another. My parish is genuinely think together about lay people, plus General Synod today — geography, culture, age, Island, is chair of the General only one in the whole diocesan diverse local challenges?” staff, is currently tackling sev- and churchmanship. Working Synod Faith, Worship and Ministry family. Synod makes me real- How could he know? eral issues: prayerfully, thoughtfully and committee. She, most members of ize that what happens in the • Liturgical development through diligently towards achieving her committee, and several General north or the city affects my the translation of texts and joint the tasks set out by General Synod staffers met in Rothesay last parish as well. People, par- The Ven. Richard McConnell is liturgical work with the Evangeli- Synod 2008, the committee and month. They also worshipped at ticularly young people, move Archdeacon of Moncton. cal Lutheran Church in Canada, staff members were open and Christ Church Cathedral and shared as well as the preparation of prin- available to hear the hopes and lunch and ideas with New Brunswick ciples of liturgical revision; concerns of the church. Anglicans. 8 / THE NEW BRUNSWICK ANGLICAN MONTH 2008

Y O U T H Making arrangements for CLAY in the snow!

anadian Lutheran and Angli- can Youth (CLAY) leaders are Cplanning a national gathering of Canadian Lutheran and Anglican Young people that will give “feet” to the full communion relationship between Anglicans and Lutherans in Canada. The planning team met this winter at the Edgewood Camp and Conference Centre in Eden Mills, Ontario to plan the August 2010 gathering. The most frequently heard word at their meeting was ‘excited,’ and before the inaugural planning meeting was over youth and youth leaders from across the country (clay feet not required) were talking about the gathering and beginning to plan how they can make the trip happen for them. CLAY 2010 takes place at the convention centre in London, Ontario.

Three of the Anglican youth ministry leaders on the planning team are in the photo on the left: Helen Manfi eld (Diocese of Rupertsland), Sue Malpus () and our own Diocese of Fredericton Youth Action Director George Porter. Watch the

I’m curious George… What makes a youth ministry successful? TEC.. Teens Part 4 God. We could, in fact, para- tional. It will only endure as am convinced that one long as young people respond Encounter Christ phrase the famous I Corin- For youth ages 16-21 of the central questions thians 13 passage this way: ‘I by showing up at church, Camp Medley Iwhen considering how we can have the brightest youth behaving in specifi ed ways minister to and with young programs, the most appealing and believing – or professing May 16-18, 2009 people is whether we are re- worship services and the best to believe – the ‘right things.’ ally willing to take seriously In the absence of visible and Christian education curricu- Applications accepted on a the promises we make to ‘do lum, but it I don’t have love, it measurable results, people all in our power’ to help them goes nowhere.’ and parishes motivated by fear fi rst come basis grow into their lives in Christ. authenticity in others, they Young people know when quickly lose interest in youth. Space is limited so Youth ministry fades away. However, ‘successful youth also quickly identify true mo- they’re loved and accepted, get your applications in quickly ministry’ must be rooted in a tives. They’re not interested where they’re truly welcomed Offered without conditions, Registration before April 1 proper motivation as well. in being recruited, enlisted or and valued, and why someone ministry to and with young I hear over and over again brought on board in order to would invest time and energy people, when motivated by $ 45 love, persists even in the that if we don’t soon get seri- sustain an institution, fund a in them. Love, not fear, will lead Registration after April 1 ous about this and invest in absence of visible or measur- building or fi ll spaces. Being them to grow in their faith. $ 60 youth ministry there will no ‘targeted’ for ‘youth ministry’ Ultimately only love is a able results. It goes the long Applications available longer be a church to worry feels very much like being motivation strong enough haul, lasting through all the about. Undoubtedly this is an ‘used.’ Young people resist to weather the seasons of ‘changes and chances’ of life. online To resume my paraphrase: accurate perception. However, manipulation and cannot be the spiritual lives of young www.tecnb.ca it is not an adequate motiva- scared into the church. ‘Where there are expectations people. Only love will keep a from youth leaders tion. To work from this per- Jesus was very clear that person or a parish involved, of results, they will fade away. spective is ultimately to work people would come to know committed and accepting But love believes in young and from parish clergy from fear, and fear is no moti- and believe in him through through the changes, shifts, people, endures the hardships vation for ministry of any sort the evident love of his fol- mistakes and storms of grow- of growing up and holds out – perhaps especially so when it lowers. John was clear that ing up and fi nding a faith the hope of the Kingdom comes to young people. the essential motivation for of their own. Only love will of God to the very end. The I often say that youth ministry is love. Paul echoed do because only love doesn’t greatest motive truly is love.’ seem to come equipped with this, noting that it is the lov- depend on specifi c results. built-in ‘crap detectors.’ Not ing-kindness of the Lord that Fear-based youth work only can they read a lack of leads people to [re]turn to wants results. It is condi-

‘Where there are expectations of results, they will fade away. But love believes in young people, endures the hardships of growing up and holds out the hope of the Kingdom of God to the very end.

The greatest motive truly is love.’ Find youth news and events on-line at nbay.ca