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CELEBRATION: More than 200 people gathered at St John’s parish hall at the conclusion of the ‘For Such a Time as This’ mission for a celebration of praise, prayer and thanksgiving. The week of mission saw almost 50 short-term missionaries bring a message of encouragement to a wide range of parishes across the region.

 Visiting teams oping countries for short-term The visiting group consisted by Bishop Stuart Robinson at St healing and wholeness. impact a third of missions of teaching, prayer of almost 50 people, about half John’s in Canberra, The com- The teams were joined by many ministry and encouragement. of whom were from overseas missioning followed a brief but others from the host parishes at a parishes in diocese Soma is also a Greek word countries including South Africa, helpful orientation and training rally at St John’s in Canberra on by Lewis Hitchick meaning ‘body’, and SOMA min- the UK, Canada and the USA. session on Monday afternoon, Sunday afternoon, August 7. The Eleven parishes hosted mis- istry is aimed at building up the Teams of four to six visitors were August 1, before the teams set out gathering was an opportunity to sion teams, with almost as many body of Christ in local contexts. based in each of eleven parishes for their week of mission. share stories of their faith adven- other parishes either joining in The mission to Canberra- scattered across the diocese from While each parish had devised tures during the mission and to some of the mission activities or Goulburn Diocese followed a Bodalla and Batemans Bay to a program to suit their particular celebrate what God had been doing hosting particular events during similar mission in New Zealand the Snowy Mountains and out situation, all teams spent time across the diocese. the fi rst week of August. at the end of July, immediately to Young. listening and visioning with par- SOMA (Sharing of Ministries after SOMA’s International Con- SOMA mission teams operate ish leaders; joining in and some- Turn to pages 6 and 7 Abroad) is an international mis- ference in Auckland. These two in parishes under the authority of times leading worship services; for more on the ‘For missions were the fi rst SOMA the parish priest and the diocesan teaching on pre-arranged topics; sion organisation of the Anglican Such a Time as This’ church, which normally sends had conducted in a developed bishop, and the team members and offering prayer ministry for small mission teams into devel- Western culture. were individually commissioned commitment or recommitment, week of mission alsoalso inin thisthis issue:issue: AroundA Australia Heartfi re ignites Provincial Mission on a wing and a ... page 9 Canberra ... page 3 Convention ... page 4 prayer Page 2 Anglican News September 2011 THE BISHOP’S COLUMN

A faith worth dying for Bishop Stuart Beloved in Christ, Archbishop Ben and Gloria at ioners. As a diocese, I believe be justice and equity for Robinson A faith that is not worth the ACC&C. It was a time of we will benefi t from hosting all citizens. For example, I dying for is hardly worth liv- much blessing. And that is also and attending this very excit- believe that the benefi ts of ing for. true for the 11 mini-missions ing event. This is a conference property rights, superan- removal of the requirement that Archbishop Ben Kwashi that took place across the dio- for lay people and clergy. Plan nuation and other analogous marriage is between a man and made that observation more cese last month. to attend together. Conference property rights ought to be ac- a woman, but also the removal than once during his short stay International and local coordinator is Mr Wayne Harris corded to all persons who enter of the phrase “to the exclusion in our diocese recently. As you teams shared their lives and from Hawker. into domestic relationships. of all others”. may know, Archbishop Ben and their gifts with C & G parish-  I abhor the persecution Back to Church Sunday May Jesus be honoured in his wife and family have knelt ioners and a fi nal rally was held of and violence against homo- Back to Church Sunday, will this complex, highly nuanced in prayer before extremists/ in St John’s Hall, Canberra on sexual persons, and ask God’s be held again in September. I matter and may we exercise executioners on a number of oc- Sunday (with upward of 200 forgiveness for the times we, as encourage you to visit the offi cial grace, generosity and hospital- casions ready to face death and present). I am most encour- a church, have failed to speak Australian site at http://www. ity to all whom the Lord calls step into eternity. aged by what we have seen and up against such actions. backtochurchsunday.com.au/ us to serve. And whilst he has been experienced.  I believe that an underly- You’ll see a video (worth In warm fellowship, wonderfully delivered (to date), Special thanks to Trish screening in church) featur- ing issue in the current debate is he – and more particularly his Stuart-Smith and her self- ing the Reverend Tony Card the need to clarify the relation- wife Gloria – has been beaten less helpers and friends for of Oberon (formerly of Yass). ship between the State and the and violated; they have had their prayer- fuelled organisa- This event has brought much Churches and other religious their home(s) and church(es) tion and leadership. encouragement and hope to our bodies in the process of solem- and congregations destroyed. Pre-Synod meetings diocese and I warmly encourage nizing marriages. Undeterred, the Kwashis I do also want to thank you to participate.  Any workable policy have provided (oftentimes from Trevor Ament and his team Bishop Neville Chynoweth needs to balance the competing their own pockets) education for conducting a series of Many of you will have been rights of equality of all citizens Anglican News (through diocesan schools), pre-Synod road shows across saddened by news of the death and freedom of conscience and health care (through diocesan our diocese. Some two-thirds of our dear brother in Christ, religious belief.  I also believe it to be The newspaper of the clinics), food (through diocesan of this new Synod heard the Bishop Neville. +Neville served divisive and counterproductive Anglican Diocese of sustainable agriculture and presentations. as a Priest, Archdeacon and for the State to impose a new Canberra and Goulburn relief programmes) and employ- A remarkable achievement in Assistant Bishop in this diocese defi nition of marriage on all ment not only to parishioners, my view. Of particular interest before being called as diocesan faith communities. Editor: Lewis Hitchick but to the families and children is the proposed strengthening of Bishop, Gippsland.  To this end, church mem- Address: PO Box 23 of their oppressors – over and relationships – under the aegis At retirement Bishop Neville bers should retain the freedom Bathurst over again. of our Tri-Diocesan Covenant and his dear wife Joan returned to develop their own internal NSW 2795 I should add that the – with Bathurst and Riverina dio- to our diocese to lead and pastor understandings about such mat- Kwashis are reluctant to speak ceses. We will devote (at Synod) the congregation of St David, Red Phone: (02) 6331 1722 ters of deep religious convic- about atrocities and are keen to the best part of a day to this very Hill, where they lived. +Neville tion. 0427 373 446 speak about God’s grace. This important matter. faithfully served the church of  In addition, marriage has a is especially true in relation to Please do pray that Synod God for more than six decades. Email: particular theological meaning their children. will be a Christ-honouring He was an outstanding anglican.news within the Anglican Church. Many of you will also event where together we @bathurstanglican.org.au preacher, pastor, leader, musi-  I believe marriage has a know that they have 6 children discern God’s purposes for cian and exemplar of the faith. unique place in our society, for Advertising: of their own and 51 adopted our corporate life and witness. Do please uphold Joan and her the well being of the couple and enquiries to the editor children – mainly HIV/Aids I would also appreciate your family as they grieve the loss of of children whom they bring orphans – who live with them ongoing prayers for all who Deadlines: husband and father. into the world, as well as our are leading and sharing in the in their home. The Kwashis are Same-sex unions whole community. Editorial & advertising weekend. “mummy and daddy” to these Finally, in the light of debate  I therefore believe that the 12th of the month prior to little ones and the Lord has Provincial Convention and public comment, I want to current defi nition of marriage, publication. been pleased to provide all they In this Anglican News you state, quite simply and clearly as the lifelong union of a man Anglican News is printed by need by way of medication (for will see an advertisement for (as I have done in formal cor- and a woman entered into vol- Capital Fine Print, Fyshwick, HIV/Aids), food and cloth- our Provincial Convention in respondence with all members untarily and to the exclusion of ACT. Post Print Publication ing and education (and Gloria January 2012. As you will note, of Parliament) some of my all others, is the bedrock of our No. 299436/00093 home-schools each child in the there are a wide range of topics concerns in relation to mar- culture and society. early years). and speakers set down for this riage and same-sex unions and/  I oppose proposed amend- Diocesan Offi ces Some 250 (+) people at- long weekend. Kindly promote or partnerships: ments to our current defi ni- tended the fi nal service with this event with fellow parish-  I affi rm that there should tion of marriage; not only the Central Operations: Diocesan Registry Level 9 221 London Circuit (Continued from page 3) Heartfi re ignites Canberra Canberra City, ACT 2612 namic and yet refreshing stream deprivation and assault) … can more touched: *Jeni Murdock is a parish- Postal Address: poured over those gathered. separate them from the love of  God answers prayer continually. ioner at St Paul’s Ginninderra GPO Box 1981 3 Since their visit in July, we have Christ” . Gloria referred to this  We are on the same vine. and The Reverend Trish Stuart- Canberra heard so many varied comments passage of great signifi cance in a  Prayer and the word of the Lord Smith is the parish priest at St ACT 2601 from those who heard the Kwashis. way that left us in no doubt that is all we need. Barnabas Charnwood Many are refl ecting on their own God had been faithful to that in  There’s a harvest to bring in Phone: (02) 6232 3600 Read more at: call to stay faithful. Others wish their lives.  God shows us what to do for Fax: (02) 6232 3650 http://www.angmissions.org. they could have unpacked a seg- In conclusion they urged us where else should we look5 nz/?sid=140&page=3 ment in more detail – like how do all to mobilise for those who  A faith worth dying for is a faith Anglican News is a member http://tinyurl.com/2obbkm you look after 51 Kwashis. Some have a hand on the plough have worth living for. of the Australian Religious http://www.virtueonline.org/ were challenged by different cul- to plough!4 Archbishop Ben and Bishop Stuart Robinson Press Association. portal/modules/news/print. tural values questioning aspects Gloria fi nd strength and love in launched the Kwashi and SOMA php?storyid=6394 of wealth and relationships. And the Lord and their nation, family, rallies with hopeful words that above all if it is possible to fi nd and each other as do everyone “Our hearts would be set on fi re 1. Luke 12: 48 one word, knowing that we have they meet. But there are so many with a passion and confi dence in 2. Anglican News August 2011 P3 met warriors, two people armoured more layers of meaning ringing God that will enable us to bring 3. Romans 8: 38 so tightly that “Neither … princi- true that those coming new to the good news of Jesus to others”. 4. Luke 9: 62 palities nor powers (nor challenges, Christ in Canberra were even There is no doubt! 5. John 6: 68 September 2011 Anglican News Page 3 DIOCESAN NEWS Heartfi re ignites Canberra  Encounters lives in the Jos region alone – a with Gloria and hundred churches and 300 homes being burned in the last twelve Archbishop Ben months. Archbishop Ben has not Kwashi lived in a house yet that hasn’t by Jeni Murdock and been burned. Gloria’s own Dad was a Tribal Trish Stuart-Smith King who came to Christ in his If, like me and many others, nineties through reading some you have met Archbishop Ben of the New Testament with a and Gloria Kwashi you will agree deepening perception of how there is no simple way to write blameless Christ is. about their life and witness. Even Archbishop Ben In his world- so they left messages of love ring- wide evangelism and preaching al- ing in our heads and a commis- ways draws attention to the sanctity sion to open your hearts wider to of human life, saying “we have to Jesus! Get up and Going! Be real teach and train people to value it…. men and women! as a gift from God”. These are unforgettable words Both Gloria and Archbishop from a couple living that way and Ben touched on experiences that taking us by the hand onto a bat- have threatened their own lives as tlefi eld for Christ we don’t often evidence of the over-riding power see. Yet it was immediately rec- of prayer. Gloria was savagely RALLY: An enthusiastic crowd fi lled the Australian Centre for Christianity and Culture for the ognisable as our battlefi eld even attacked and assaulted in their Sunday afternoon rally to conclude the Heartfi re mission in Canberra and Goulburn. though we might not be called home, blinded and dragged three to the same challenges for Him. kilometres before being left – but man to AIDS. They also minister students shared at a later SOMA the music for this powerful time How could we not respond not killed. Surgery in the USA to a further 150 children, housed Youth event just how powerfully of worship, anointed preaching – as many did in tears – when a helped to restore her sight fi ve nearby, who are educated in their this talk had affected and chal- and prayer in the presence of God. brother and sister in Christ show months later. She explained how compound. lenged them to have an active faith. Some people came to know how they were saved at the point one of the offenders was instru- The Kwashis were interviewed Jesus for the fi rst time, some ex- of death – and more than once mental in naming her as “just on the radio and met up with Chris- perienced healing and those pre- - with nothing left but Christ. the Mama” to take care of eight tian Faith and Freedom, hosted by sent knew that ‘surely God was Archbishop Ben and Gloria abandoned orphans suffering “One of the biggest Karen Bos. Through their program in this place’. The Kwashi visit have found a pattern where their with AIDS “to be taken home and enemies of God’s many were able to meet them both was followed by the fi rst SOMA prayers have not only led to mira- laid on mats, washed and fed”. and sometimes individually. Arch- Mission to Australia, which had cles but have proved that “much The next year when Arch- mission is the love bishop Ben also talked to the Dioc- SOMA teams visit 12 parishes is required of the person to whom bishop Ben was threatened with of self. To love esan Men’s Breakfast at the Southern in our Diocese working with and much is given” 1 death by intruders he asked if he yourself is not all Cross Yacht Club, and Gloria to the encouraging and blessing both Archbishop Ben and Gloria could pray for them. They left bad, but when you Ladies Dinner Evening catered for rural and city parishes. live in the Province of Jos, Ni- before he’d finished, stealing, love yourself so by men from St Paul’s Ginninderra, The SOMA Mission, entitled geria with their 51 children. Since damaging the home and hurting the Good Shepherd Curtin and St For Such A Time As This, fi nished 1992 when Archbishop Ben was – but not killing – his son Rinji. much that you can’t Barnabas Charnwood. with a rally at St John’s Reid on ordained Missionary Bishop, they “I have seen a miracle”, he see the need of Archbishop Ben preached at Sunday 7th August which was have planted three other dioceses said afterwards “Join me in others, you become the Cathedral in Goulburn on full of joy, anticipation and fi re. with over 320 established parishes thanking God that my life has a stumbling block” the Sunday morning. This was There was a palpable sense of as well as caring for a growing been spared again”. (Archbishop Ben followed by a Rally at The Aus- God rekindling the fire in our number of more than 75 parishes in And their children have been tralian Centre for Christianity and hearts for returning God’s love the Province itself this year. spared. In addition to six grown Kwashi). Culture on the Sunday Evening, and sharing it and the Good News As the nation of Nigeria children of their own now quali- attended by about 250 people. with the world. It was as if a dy- emerges from tribal wars and fied professionals, they have Bateman’s Bay parish provided (continued on page 2) traditional practices sometimes adopted 51 orphans who live with adopting Islam, more than 30,000 them and with the AIDS virus. Life with the Kwashis is a sto- Christian believers have lost their They have only lost one young ry about answers to prayer more Heartfi re mission: Key Points than it is about rebuilding burned houses, feeding everyone with  Archbishop Ben and Gloria Kwashi met up with about 2,500 peo- ‘rice and fi sh’, never knowing ple in the week they were in the diocese, not counting preaching where the next ‘things we have at the Cathedral on the Sunday. They met with about 40 church need of’ (including medication) and ministry leaders of the different denominations in Canberra will come. And when a surprise for a breakfast. gift of a play gym arrived one  About 70 attended the Men’s Breakfast at the Southern Cross day, in Gloria’s words, “now that Yacht club. The Men’s message was chiefl y about being spiritual was something else again!” guardians of the family and the community, and Archbishop Ben In July, with multiple visas encouraged the men not to shirk their role. miraculously in place1, Arch- The Kwashis visited Radford College speaking to two different bishop Ben and Gloria presided chapel services and to the entire school assembly. They also met over the International Conference with the school leadership over lunch. of Sharing of Ministries Abroad  They visited Anglicare, meeting with various volunteers and the (SOMA) in New Zealand and CEO. As they were shown over St John’s Care’s ministry they were then attended the Heartfi re Aus- impressed with the well planned, caring feeding of those in need. tralia Mission week in Canberra.  They were interviewed on ABC radio with Alex Sloan and Archbishop Ben and Gloria met 1WayFM with James Scott. with the Christian Leaders of the  They meet up with the Africa Branch of DFAT, including the Australian High Commissioner for Nigeria. They also had a IMPRESSED: Archbishop Ben Kwashi was impressed with city when Ben spoke at a Leaders Breakfast hosted by Bishop Robin- meeting with the new Nigerian High Commissioner to Australia the products made at the workshop in St John’s Care, including son. They visited Radford Anglican at the Nigerian High Commission. this colourful wooden jig-saw puzzle. He saw potential for School wonderfully sharing with  A highlight was the Healing service at St John’s Reid on the Wednes- establishing a similar project to help provide income for the entire school. Two Radford day night, which was very well attended and many were greatly unemployed people in his home city of Jos, Nigeria. blessed. Page 4 Anglican News September 2011 LETTERS TO THE EDITOR

St Mark’s say, is “settled”. Well, it isn’t! Such statistics are informative Dr Rippon infers that it isn’t but form one element in assess- History: necessary to consider the “un- ing and defi ning the culture of Letters ... intended consequences” of the an organisation like an Anglican Anglican News readers are invited to respond to clarifi cation carbon tax. Yet, it is exactly this diocese. Complex organisations articles and raise new issues of concern through Dear Sir, unthinking approach to policy change over time and must do the ‘Letters’ column. A few points in Historybytes which has already landed the so in order to survive. In respect Letters of 250 words of less will be given in the August issue need some present government (and, con- of an Anglican diocese, major preference. clarifi cation. sequently, the Australian com- changes are unlikely to be nota- Though small, St Mark’s Li- munity) in deep trouble. bly evident in the space of one Long letters may be edited for reasons of clarity or brary was the fi rst non-parochial We should remind ourselves bishop’s incumbency. space. Name, address and a contact phone number Anglican gathering place in Can- that God is in charge of the A vital additional element in (for verifi cation) must be supplied. Letters will not berra. It had a signifi cant role world’s weather patterns. He any analysis of clergy origins and normally be published without the author’s name. in the shift in administration of created them. The idea that sci- orientations, as potential infl u- Letters may be sent to: the diocese from Goulburn to entists, using what often proves ences in changing the perceived The Editor Canberra. The Bishop had lived to be unreliable computer mod- character of a diocese, is who ANGLICAN NEWS in Canberra for over ten years. It elling, can confi dently say what is appointed to which diocesan PO Box 23 was to be another ten years before the climatic conditions were offi ce. Appointment to key po- BATHURST the Registry was transferred to like thousands of years ago is sitions and implicit succession NSW 2795 Canberra. ill-founded. Moreover, to claim patterns often outlast the tenure E-mail letters to: that man can actually change the of a single diocesan bishop. In the Bishop Burgmann moved [email protected] from the Mugga Way Bishop’s world’s climate smacks of over- Diocese of Sydney, for example, House to the fl at above St Mark’s. weening pride. appointment to signifi cant posi- Instead of working from his study The questions God put to Job tions and membership of com- at home, he was able to live and should be ones the church should mittees is widely acknowledged work at St Mark’s and be near raise with government. Govern- to be informally determined by church people and activities. ment probably won’t listen, but a powerful bloc, the Anglican When Bishop Clements was the church should take a stand Church League – operative in Covenant Care at Holy appointed in 1961 he likewise for God. Sydney Diocesan politics since worked from his study at home. 1909 and from its website now He was able eventually to set up “Where were you when I “encouraging evangelical Chris- Covenant, Jamison an offi ce, with secretarial staff, laid the foundation of the earth? tians elsewhere.” The ACL has in Ainslie house in Ainslie Av- Tell me, if you have under- been supportive of an orientation  Canberra’s only Monday, (every Monday as from enue. It was a great relief when standing. or party line in the Diocese of day hospice 2012) and returned home at 4pm. The aim of the day hospice is to Jamieson House was built. After Who determined its meas- Sydney resulting in changes that by Archdeacon Anne its opening on March 30 1968 urements—surely you know! would be likely to cause disquiet primarily give the carer a day’s the Bishop and Registry worked Or who stretched the line to former Archbishops including Ranse break from caring and to give in the one building, which in- upon it? Howard Mowll, Hugh Gough and Towards the end of this year, the terminally ill a meaningful cluded rooms for meetings and On what were its bases sunk, Marcus Loane. Holy Covenant Anglican Church and enjoyable experience with gatherings. or who laid its cornerstone, That “Canberra could become in Jamison, in partnership with activities and lunch. There will The quote from ‘The Pauline’ when the morning stars sang Sydney’s clone” may be laugh- the Palliative Care Society ACT be capacity to accommodate 10- near the end of the article should together, and all the sons of God able to Jeremy Halcrow only will be opening the only day 12 people. read, “lunch hour lectures of a shouted for joy? if a time qualifi cation is added hospice in Canberra, in fact, the There is no cost associated serious but light nature (which) Or who shut in the sea with such as during Bishop Stuart’s only day hospice we are aware of with this service and already cover subjects as wide as the doors, when it burst forth from episcopacy. Within living history that operates out of a church other there is a considerable interest world itself”. The word “theol- the womb; when I made clouds several dioceses in Australia and than a few we have discovered in its development with people ogy” was not in the quote. Lec- its garment, and thick dark- overseas have become clones of in Victoria. We have named the offering to volunteer their time turers came from many fields ness its swaddling band, and Sydney, including North West Day Hospice ‘Covenant Care.’ and fi nancial assistance. including science, medicine, prescribed bounds for it, and and Armidale. Bishop J S Moyes This day hospice is an initia- There will be two people psychology and politics. set bars and doors, and said, who retired in 1964 would not tive of the Holistic Care Nurs- employed to run the day hospice Yours sincerely ‘Thus far shall you come, and recognise changes in the Diocese ing program at Holy Covenant, those being a Registered Nurse/ (Canon) Bill Wright. no farther, and here shall your of Armidale during the suc- through a bequest that has been Coordinator and a Health and Gundagai proud waves be stayed?” Job cessive episcopates of Bishops given to assist elderly people Leisure Officer. The working 38:4–11 (RSV) R Clive Kerle, Peter Chiswell in the community to remain in group for Covenant Care are Thus far shall Zillah Williams and P Brain, each a son of Syd- their own homes for as long as is meeting regularly to see all is in Latham, ACT ney. Armidale is now the most possible and it will offer a ‘day place for the proposed opening monochrome Anglican diocese with a difference’ for those in the date in October 2011. you come community who are older and It is such a humbling privilege Dear Sir, in Australia. terminally ill. to be able to put this project in I am deeply distressed that Change and renewal we Diocesan change Day visitors will be collected place for those who are often the politics of climate change should embrace if purposeful, Dear Sir, around 9.30am every second falling through the gap. have been raised in the Anglican Jeremy Halcrow’s article coherent and imbued with the News in such a one-sided way about a gender-balanced future inclusive love and compassion of (“Case for Carbon pricing” Dr for the Diocese was a timely Christ. Change subtly pursued by Greg Rippon, Anglican News contribution to an important is- persons in key offi ces to serve a July 2011 p. 10). sue about the ecclesial character specialist agenda may over time One of my problems with of this Diocese. In the original alter the character of this Diocese. Seminar on ageing the climate change madness Canberra Times article Bishop Contemporary church historians which is engulfi ng the world is Stuart and several key diocesan and long-serving clergy in Can- Renowned speaker and ed- by Anglicare and held at the berra and Goulburn are better that the views of those—be they offi cers provided public assur- ucator, the Rev’d Professor Forde Campus of the Burgmann placed than I to assess the nature scientists, academics or house- ance about protocols that guard Elizabeth MacKinlay, AM PhD Anglican School, Forde. Please of apparent changes that have wives—who dispute the theory against gender issues that might FRCNA, will present a one day see the website, www.gungahli- stimulated media reports. of climate change, are ignored affect inclusiveness as a defi ning seminar in Canberra on Satur- nanglican.org.au, for further in- Yours sincerely and/or ridiculed. For instance, it characteristic of the Diocese. day the 24th of September. formation, contact, registration David Sloper has recently been widely reported Jeremy presented useful sta- Entitled Journeying To- and payment details. The fee of Canberra. that a new, peer-reviewed study tistics with a focus on analysis gether-Ageing, Dementia and $20 per person includes morn- shows that the rate of sea level of clergy appointments by gender Relationships, the seminar aims ing and afternoon tea, a light (The writer has been a lay- rise is slowing down—but will and by training college. One em- to encourage awareness, build lunch and seminar material. reader in Sydney for six years that be taken into account by the phasis was on proportionality, for knowledge, skills, resources The closing date for regis- and for 20 years in Armidale climate change fear-mongers? I instance, “the number of Moore and support for relationships trations is Monday the 5th of a licensed layreader, preacher doubt it. They simply aren’t in- College graduates ministering related to ageing. September and everyone with and Eucharistic assistant, among terested in facts which challenge in the Diocese has increased” as It will be hosted by Gungahl- an interest in these issues is other Church offi ces.) their theory. The science, they has “ the total number of clergy.” in Anglican Church, sponsored most welcome to attend. September 2011 Anglican News Page 5 NEWS

 Provincial Mission Jensen, the gathering is aimed His most recent book is The Grammar, Deakin ACT from tober 30); $245 (standard). Convention in at encouraging churches across Challenge of Change: shaping January 26-29, the convention The price does not include NSW to engage more actively change and changing the shape will feature a range of workshops accommodation, but does cover Canberra with mission in their local con- of church. from presenters including: Pro- lunch and morning and afternoon Canon Phil Potter, Director of text. His series of addresses at the fessor Tom Frame, Lyn Bullard, refreshments Pioneer Ministry for the Diocese Phil Potter has been a lead- convention will include: Tim Scheuer, Paul Wallis and Full details are available at the of Liverpool, UK, will be the ing fi gure in the development 1. A new Church - Hope renewed Mandy Wheatley. conference website. Follow the keynote speaker at ‘Hope for of fresh expressions of church 2. A new Heart - Hope in the Conference registration will link from www.anglicare.com.au Life’, the state-wide Anglican in Britain, and the church he led making cost $195 (early bird - until Oc- mission convention being held in for 20 years has developed sev- 3. A new Leadership - Hope Canberra early next year. eral exciting pioneer projects, released Convened by the Metropoli- including the very successful 4. A new Future- Hope is here! tan Archbishop of NSW, Peter Kings Table café. To be held at Canberra Girls Extravagance Canberra Grammar acknowledges returning to staff for excellence in teaching Batemans Bay from the school from the parish Jodene Watling was born in Teachers at Canberra Gram- The Church of the Ascension Queensland, spent most of her mar School (CGS) have been Batemans Bay is looking forward life in South Australia, moved acknowledged for their ex- to it’s annual Extravagance con- to NSW a few years ago and has cellence in teaching and the ference on 9th and 10th Septem- Maori/Australian background. inspirational role they play ber 2011. She became a Christian at age in students’ education, with Women from near and far 19 and was compelled to pursue nominations announced in the are invited to “experience the a life after God (Matt 16:24-25), National Excellence in Teach- extravagance of God’s love” whatever the cost. She studied ing Awards (NEiTA). for them as they enjoy a Friday at university, worked for a large Seven teachers from CGS’ evening session and Saturday ses- corporate company for ten years Primary School have been sion to be held at the Church of in project management but learnt nominated for these prestigious the Ascension in Batemans Bay. mostly from the “school of hard awards. NEiTA guidelines for the This year’s speakers are Max- knocks’’ (aka LIFE!). Awards summarise the qualities ine Lawrence, wife of Pastor Jim She loves photography, of inspirational teachers as: Lawrence from the Boomerang fi lming/editing movies, surfi ng,  Developing in students a Centre at Mogo, and Jodene dancing, hanging with friends strong and long-lasting love Watling. and going on adventures. Her of learning Jodene Watling is the Na- ultimate joy is seeing girls get a  Inspiring students to achieve NOMINATIONS: (back) James Cooper, Dharmala Kumar, tional Women’s Co-ordinator grip on God’s incomprehensible to the best of their ability Fiona Rooks, Loretta Kennedy; (front) David Messina, Ann Fox, for Christian Surfers Australia, love for them and conversely,  Encouraging students’ em- Debbie Hogan, Heather Percy, Kristin Read. a ‘faith-based’ position she has unlocking the passions/DNA that powerment and self-belief been operating in for over four God has put in them to glorify  Stimulating students’ creativ- of nominations CGS staff have It is Australia’s only na- years. Him. ity and innovative thinking received. Our staff work incred- tional, independent commu- Her role involves advocat- All women are invited to  Creating innovative teaching ibly hard and place a great deal nity-centred teaching awards ing for girls in the mission of attend the Extravagance confer- environments of importance on the role they program, providing secondary Christian Surfers and building ence and enjoy this Spirit fi lled  Having a positive infl uence play in students’ learning and students, parents, early child- a supportive, nourishing com- time of prayer, teaching and on colleagues and community performance”. hood and school communities munity for females to engage soaking in God’s word. If you Dr Justin Garrick, Head of NEiTA was formed in 1994 the opportunity to formally in. Her passion is to see females wish to attend, please contact the CGS, presented the nominations to recognise the teaching pro- thank inspirational teachers. understand who they are in Christ Anglican Church, Batemans Bay to staff and commented, “I am fession and the important role The Award fi nalists will be and be released to their full God- on 44725822. very impressed at the number it plays in shaping young minds. announced in September. given potential in life. Page 6 Anglican News September 2011 DIOCESAN NEWS Back to Church Sunday  BTCS is just two  poor or non-existent signage; ing the culture of churches so weeks away  a bundle of books and papers they were inviting people every dumped in the visitor’s hands single Sunday. The annual invitation day, without explanation; Exponential growth when all regular worshippers  ‘welcomers’ too caught up in From its origins in England are encouraged to ask a friend handing out books to even in 2004, BTCS has spread to or neighbour to come ‘back to speak to visitors; become a signifi cant opportunity church’, will be Sunday Sep-  aggressive regular worship- for the church to re-connect with tember 11. pers who resent anyone using people who, for any number of Most parishes in the Diocese ‘their’ pew; and reasons, might have drifted away of Canberra and Goulburn will  closed conversation huddles at from regular attendance over the be taking part in the event, and the end of the service – these years. WELCOME: Michael Harvey have already been training their are just some of the ways our In 2009 around 600 Anglican congregations in ways of being churches tell newcomers they churches across Australia wel- offers hints on becoming a more welcoming communities. are not welcome. comed a total of 12,000 guests on welcoming church. Michael Harvey, one of the He pointed out that most the day, and even more churches pioneers of the BTCS concept people coming to church will are taking part this year. Sample acknowledgement of past hurts in England, has said that most decide in the fi rst 30 seconds Most churches in Canberra- of us just do not realise how whether they will come back Goulburn Diocese will also use I’d like to use this opportunity – on Back to Church Sunday – to ac- un-welcoming our churches again. the occasion to acknowledge that knowledge the sad reality that people have been wounded and in some really are. He said that the problem was the church or its representatives cases very deeply hurt by the actions of leaders and members of local Speaking at a meeting in that it “takes a very brave person might have, in the past, hurt or churches. And that is often why children and parents or relatives of those Canberra last month in prepara- nowadays to walk into a church upset some of those who have who have been mistreated are no longer members of communities of faith. tion for BTCS, Michael Harvey building”. accepted the invitation to come We acknowledge this. suggested that churches should So his goal, through BTCS, today. More than that – as much as it is possible, we apologise for any pain undertake a ‘welcoming audit’, was to get everyone in the Bishop Stuart Robinson, has and grief that you have experienced (and may be carrying to this very day) whereby they try to see their church thinking about a culture said that it is important that the and ask for your forgiveness. normal Sunday services through of invitation: “We just happen church recognises that some of its We are truly sorry. And like the reconciling Christ that we serve and the eyes of a total stranger who to use this sledgehammer of past actions have actually caused worship, we want to be in a right relationship with you. has come along for the fi rst time. one Sunday a year, as a kind of people to leave. He has issued There may be matters that you’d like to raise with our ministry team He maintains that most shock therapy”. the following acknowledgment, privately and in the course of the ensuing days and weeks we can set time regular worshippers would be Michael Harvey added that inviting local churches to ‘tailor’ aside for this. Simply phone or email our offi ce. embarrassed by what they dis- his job was actually to get rid it to suit their own particular Thank you for allowing us to take this fi rst step towards reconciliation covered: of BTCS altogether, by chang- situation. and wholeness. Obituary: Bishop Neville James Chynoweth (1922-2011) By Bishop Cecil Warren* Like many of a broader Angli- to increase. No doubt many who knew can conviction, however, he felt In 1974 Neville was conse- Neville Chynoweth were sad- constrained by the evangelical- crated and appointed Assistant dened at learning of his death, as ism of Sydney Diocese and Bishop of Canberra and Goulburn he was a fi ne priest in a number of when I approached him in 1966 with widespread acceptance in parishes, a good friend to many, about a transfer to Canberra and the diocese. He was asked to and a bishop in two dioceses. Goulburn Diocese he responded oversee the continuing develop- Hi early adult years were gladly. He then became rector of ment of ministry in new areas, mainly spent in the army, serv- All Saints’ Ainslie (1966-71) and particularly of Canberra, and the ing with the 9th Division AIF in of St Paul’s Manuka (1971-74). selection and training of ordi- North Africa and New Guinea, He was Archdeacon of Canberra nands (with the Reverend David Though he seldom spoke of it, while at Manuka, from 1973. Durie). As Archdeacon, he had this was undoubtedly a severely While this is all about Neville, been an ex officio member of testing time for him and his con- Joan had shared his ministry Bishop in Council, and contrib- temporaries and the experience throughout: one thought of them uted signifi cantly to its meetings helped to form him. as ‘Neville and Joan’. She has a and several of its sub-commit- With that behind him, he gentle strength of her own and tees. Now as Assistant Bishop entered Moore College in 1946, complemented Neville, keep- he shared with the Diocesan in completed his Th.L. in 1949 and ing house, being attentive to the annual visitation of parishes, his MA from Sydney University needs of their growing family and especially for confirmations. in 1957. He later earned a BD. He taking part in parish life. In Can- The Episcopal oversight of the wore his scholarship lightly, but berra and Goulburn Diocese she diocese was very much enhanced as I was to fi nd over the years his shared in the early development in consequence. of Anglican Women, and was It was hardly surprising when occasional letters (the most recent A GODLY MAN: Bishop Neville preaching at St Paul’s of them only in June this year) (and still is) a much appreciated in 1980 he was elected Bishop of Manuka. The present Rector of Manuka, Brian Douglas, were perceptive and thought- church member. Gippsland. Though I had hoped provoking. His sermons likewise Manuka’s congregation in- he would continue in harness in described Bishop Neville as “without doubt one of the most were intuitive and scholarly, but cluded lots of able people, and Canberra and Goulburn, he had godly men I have ever met”. never dull. Neville appreciated Neville was very much at home more to give than the Assistant’s aspects of life in Canberra and, within Manuka parish where he his time at Moore College and there and greatly appreciated its role demanded and Gippsland for a time at least, the fellowship usually led the Sunday worship often spoke of it almost affection- musical development under the offered fresh opportunities. He that he had known there. and ministered as need arose. To ately, in later years. leadership of John Barrett. Nev- went with the prayers of many. Upon retirement in 1987 the me, at least, it seemed a fi tting Ordained for Sydney in 1950, ille was a great lover of music, His term there is, however, less Chynoweths returned to Can- and peaceful conclusion to a gra- he served a brief curacy and was having included it in his univer- well known to me than to others berra, resuming many of the cur- cious ministry. then successively rector of Kan- sity studies and delighted to play who were closer to him. He was ricular (and many non-curricular) Thanks be to God for his life garoo Valley, hospital chaplain, both piano and organ as opportu- certainly fulfi lled as a Diocesan activities of earlier days. Their and example. rector of Dee Why (1954-63) nity offered. He was also drawn Bishop, was at home with his presence was greatly appreciated, and of Strathfield (1963-66). into the training of ordinands at brother Bishops in Victoria and and Neville was in demand. In *Bishop Cecil Warren Both of these latter two parishes St Mark’s shortly after his arrival left a considerable mark in his later years they settled in St Da- served as Bishop of Canberra he much enjoyed, and they him. in Canberra, a role that was soon diocese. However, he missed vid’s Close, a small community and Goulburn from 1971-1983. September 2011 Anglican News Page 7 DIOCESAN NEWS SOMA Missions in 11 parishes by Lewis Hitchick Queanbeyan priest Ian Palmer With the SOMA mission team said that the mission had been comprising a total of almost 50 benefi cial to many people in his people, mission organisers were area, able to send small teams to a “People were encouraged by large number of parishes across the graciousness of the members the diocese for a week of prayer of the team,” he commented. ministry, teaching, support and “They deepened our understand- encouragement. ing of prayer and dependence on Writing to team members af- God’s guidance and provision.” ter the mission National Director The Queanbeyan team con- of SOMA Australia, Bruce Moon, sisted of Glen Petta from Texas, said that the Lord had “blessed and Ian and Anne Loveridge from the time we had in Canberra- Vaucluse. During the week they Goulburn and our continuing visited the centres of Michelago prayer is that revival and renewal and Burra, and people also came sweeps across the diocese”. to some events from the nearby “It is without doubt that the parishes of Curtin and Pearce. SOMA teams through the power “I think a highlight was the of Holy Spirit had made a benefi - ministry of prayer with individual cial impact on the spiritual life of people, the ministry of raising the diocese. Praise God!”. awareness,” Ian Palmer added. COMMISSIONING: Bishop Stuart Robinson welcomed the team to the diocese and outlined “The growth in the local “They raised the bar for us in terms protocols for the mission before individually commissioning each of the 45 team members. About of our understanding of who God churches and their desire to be half of the team came from overseas. renewed will be a joy that we can is, and what God can do. pray for and support,” he added. Young District Anglican Min- Since the mission week, An- istry (YDAM) hosted a mission fellowship.” Ginninderra par- glican News has been in contact team of four, and while the team Carol Wagner, parish priest ish hosted a team of with most of the host parishes. was based in Young, they also at Bodalla/Narooma Parish, said two couples, with In no particular order, here are visited Murrumburrah-Harden, that the mission was very well re- parish priest Doug some of the responses: Cootamundra and Temora in pairs. ceived by the parish on the whole, Newman inviting the St Stephen’s Kambah hosted a “We had gatherings for teach- despite a few ripples. visitors to spend some team of fi ve from Sydney. ing, listening, preaching – they “People greatly appreciated time in conversation “The team was well expe- used these opportunities to follow the love and dedication of the and visioning with rienced in Holy Spirit renewal through with their messages,” team, and the opportunities for the parish leadership and offered the church a varied said Parish priest John Thomas prayer and ministry,” she said. “It team before starting program,” said parish priest Gary “There was a service of heal- reminded many of an earlier time their mission activi- Mulquiney. ing, wholeness and renewal with when the parish was open to the ties. “Preaching, visiting, praying, some people reporting physical things of the Spirit.” Once again, the seminars, healing, inner healing, healing – for some, this was the She also said that there had program included teaching and encouragement fi rst time that they had asked for been positive feedback about the several teaching were part of the program, as well this type of prayer. teaching. sessions as well as DIRECTOR: Bruce Moon, National as ladies’ and men’s groups.” “While we are still waiting for “We’ve been given fresh some preaching and a Director of SOMA Australia, outlines some the results of the formal feedback He said that the congrega- optimism and we’ve been encour- wonderful experience of the procedures and policies during the tion had also celebrated its 22nd sheets we have handed out (peo- aged to continue in the freedom of God’s grace and team meeting at the start of the mission. year in it’s own church building ple have a month to fi ll them in), of the Spirit,” she said, adding power in a healing with a parish-wide dinner on the we’re already aware of a strong her personal thanks to the two service. Friday evening. desire to want to engage in regu- Queensland couples who made The visitors also had the op- mission started. lar prayer meetings, learning and up the team. portunity to join in the parish’s “Bishop Stuart prayed against weekly ‘food pantry’ program, fear in me before we left Canber- and to meet and talk with some ra and that I would be a woman of of the regular participants. great strength,” she said. “When Two weeks after the mission, we met opposition, I thank the Doug Newman said he was “still Holy Spirit, because I was able unravelling/uncovering what to respond with the love of Jesus, happened and how people were and NO fear!” touched and blessed”. She was just one of many who Some of the men from Gin- were quite amazed at the power ninderra parish joined with their and accuracy of the personal counterparts in nearby Charn- prayer Bishop Stuart offered for wood parish for a men’s breakfast each of the 45+ team members as on Saturday morning. he commissioned them individu- Stephen Dinsmore, Director ally at the start of the week. of SOMA in the UK, headed the The bishop also outlined some team in Charnwood and gave a specifi c guidelines for use during very strong appeal to the men at prayer ministry, as well as offer- the breakfast to take seriously ing a simple procedure to follow their responsibilities as role mod- when inviting anyone to commit els for younger men. their life to Jesus Christ. Of course, the benefi ts from Following the missions, Bish- the mission were not restricted op Stuart has said that he has to the host parishes. Team mem- been “most encouraged by what bers also reported being greatly we have seen and experienced”, blessed by the experience. and has offered a special thanks One fi rst-time volunteer prob- to Trish Stuart-Smith and her CHALLENGE: Director of SOMA in the UK, Stephen Dinsmore (inset), presented a challenging ably spoke for quite a few others team “for their splendid and message to a men’s breakfast at Charnwood when he called on the men to take seriously their when she said that she had been prayer- fuelled organisation and responsibilities as role models for the next generation. quite apprehensive before the leadership”. Page 8 Anglican News September 2011 NEWS FROM THE PARISHES

How do real men show their grief?  A palliative care Dr Rosenberg said. specialist talks to By the same token, the man who is more disposed towards an the Grumpy Old emotionally based process – an Men’s group about intuitive grief pattern – need not death and grieving feel somehow “less of a man.” “Grown men DO cry,” suggested “Men need not feel obligated Dr Rosenberg, “and mainly when to grieve in a particular way,” they are intuitive grievers. Their said Dr John Rosenberg at the risk lies in becoming unable to Australian Centre for Christian- function while they are absorbed ity and Culture in Canberra to into the emotion of their grief, a gathering of the Grumpy Old and that of others.” Men about men and grief. Each grief pattern is a valid “Grief takes many forms. reaction to loss in both men and Many men feel the pressure to women, and most people are a process their grief in emotion- blend of both patterns. “The most ally demonstrative ways, often important thing is that their fami- in groups; yet for many men, lies and friends support them in working through grief takes a their personal grieving style,” Dr more private and practical form.” Rosenberg advised. “Accepting GROWN MEN DO CRY: Dr John Rosenberg (second from right) Director, Calvary Centre for Dr Rosenberg explored the the instrumental griever’s need Palliative Care Research, with several of the Grumpy Old Men (from left) Chris Bedloe, Colin idea of instrumental grief pat- to ‘do stuff’ and process their Lendon and Ian Dalziell at the Australian Centre for Christianity and Culture. Dr Rosenberg terns where the grieving per- grieving without feeling pres- claims that dying is everybody’s concern, not just the business of health care organisations. son tends to process their grief sure to be obvious about their through “doing” rather than feelings is essential. Supporting “feeling.” For many men, this the intuitive griever by listening past six years. Barton Café across the road from All blokes are welcome. For is their natural disposition. The to their story and being present The Grumpy Old Men is a St Mark’s every Tuesday morn- further information please con- instrumental griever tends to to the emotions they are feeling group of men from a number of ing from 10:30am to midday tact the Rev’d Ken Batterham by think through their grief in pri- is equally important.” Anglican parishes and from other to solve all the problems of the email [email protected] vate, attempt to organise the John Rosenberg is the re- denominations that meets at the World and to talk about life. practicalities of their changed cently appointed Director of the circumstances, and not stop their Calvary Centre for Palliative routines when overwhelmed. Care Research at Clare Holland “The risk for these men, House and a Senior Research of course, is that they can end Fellow at the Australian Catholic Mission lunch raises funds up neglecting their grieving University. He has been a pallia- altogether. But just because a tive care nurse for more than 25 man isn’t obvious in his grief, years and has been personally for ABM’s Literacy in Vanuatu doesn’t mean he isn’t grieving,” involved in men’s groups for the  Anglican Board of Missions project benefi ts from YDAM function from the parish On 30th July, Sue Saunders from Goulburn entertained 55 ladies at Young at their Literacy in Vanuatu Mission Lunch. It was great to have ladies from other churches in town attend. Sue gave a lively talk on her journey through life and her marriage to Phillip, Dean of St Saviour’s Cathedral. Follow- ing this, Sue had us all singing, fi nishing with The Teddy Bear’s Picnic which brought back lots GENEROUS: (above) of memories for some! After lots of fun and laughter, the day Donations from the concluded with Myra Oxford parish combined with the presenting Sue with a ‘thank successful mission lunch you’ gift. to raise more than the Literacy in Vanuatu is an $1,000 that Young District ABM project that Young Dis- Anglican Ministry had trict Anglican Ministry has cho- pledged to ABM’s literacy sen and pledged $1000 support. project in Vauatu. Our parishioner’s generosity in giving to this mission over the PRESENTATION: On behalf past two months together with of the 55 people attending the Mission Lunch, has col- fashioned scrap books for a the lunch, Myra Oxford (on lected in excess of that amount. school in Port Vila and later will Continuing on with our Va- be collecting items for sewing right) presented guest speaker nuatu mission interests, several boxes for a ladies craft group Sue Saunders with a gift of parishioners are making old there. appreciation. September 2011 Anglican News Page 9 NEWS FROM THE PARISHES Busting myths about leadership  Meat, fellowship of its audacity. As a whole, he for their outward charisma. “You and Christian said, it seems to lack the courage can’t accept a leader who is to stand up for its convictions and passionate, without questioning leadership on the be a voice that infl uences and what they are convicted about,” menu at Gungahlin impacts society. he added. Anglican men’s Being a visible Christian These comments drew leader is not an easy responsibil- thoughtful questions from the dinner ity, Jim Wallace said. Christian men present, especially seeking from the parish leaders must continually check to focus the ideas on the role To be courageous in leader- they are valuing principle over of men in the church and in the ship was the challenge issued to popularity and faithfulness over family. over 40 men of Gungahlin Angli- success. This philosophy is very Jim Wallace himself seems to can church by Jim Wallace, man- counter-cultural, and he warned tick all the boxes of what people, aging director of the Australian the results will draw criticism. Christian and otherwise, expect Christian Lobby, at the church’s “When you put yourself out there in a leader. A former commander annual men’s dinner this month. as a leader, you’re going to take of the Australian Special Forces, Gathering at the Gungahlin hits. But you can’t step back be- he has the kind of elite military Lakes Club, the men enjoyed a cause of that,” he said. experience and achievements un- barbecue dinner, fellowship and der his belt that inspires respect. a talk on Christian leadership by But he was quick to do some guest speaker Jim Wallace. leader-type mythbusting. “Lead- Wallace spoke about what It is no bigger ers don’t always fit the ‘war- a Christian leader should and challenge to be a rior’ mould. Leadership requires should not look like, and took Christian leader someone who can stir the spirit of a person,” he said. the opportunity to emphasise the now than it was in LEADERSHIP: Jim Wallace, Managing Director of the importance of having a resilient If the church has indeed re- Australian Christian Lobby and a former commander in the Wilberforce’s time. cently neglected its responsibility and infl uential Christian presence Australian Special Forces, meets and greets at the Gungahlin in our society. to be a visible force in society and Anglican church men’s dinner after addressing the men’s dinner He reminded the men present help shape the culture around us, of the church’s strong history of Wallace and the Australian Chris- on the topic of Christian leadership. courage and leadership (think As well as addressing what tian Lobby are bold reminders of William Wilberforce and his a Christian leader should look how conspicuous the Christian has always been the case. It is no are prepared to stand publicly and 40 year struggle to secure the like, Wallace had a word of warn- beliefs should be in our society bigger challenge to be a Christian politically for social issues that abolition of slavery in England, ing for Christians looking for a and the impact it should have. leader now than it was in Wilber- Christ himself stood for. and Martin Luther King, Jr., leader. “People love to mytholo- The ACL’s uncompromising force’s time. The Gungahlin Anglican assassinated for his role in lead- gise, to make leaders if there are Christian views do of course The difference is not the level church men’s ministry team seeks ing the civil rights movement none.” He said it was essential draw criticism and even ridicule of resistance and opposition faced to inspire men across congrega- in America) and suggested that people know the character and from secular society. However, in our secular culture today; the tions to engage with each other maybe today, in our Australian convictions of a potential leader, as Jim Wallace reminded the difference seems to be that we and with God through fellowship society, the church has lost some rather than choosing someone men of Gungahlin Anglican, this lack Australian Wilberforces that and teaching.

Around Australia ‘on a wing and a prayer’

 Trish and Peter out to Hall Cottage on 8 July shared the Stuart-Smith share their journey by watching a DVD of Trish and Peter’s journey. adventures in a home- What an adventure! What scenery! built sea plane What an inspiring tale! The little plane from Charnwood parish fl ew at about 500 feet altitude, so we en- joyed every detail of the landscape pass- A small band of hardy souls braved ing below – rugged headlands, sparkling the icy wind of a dark June night to share beaches, rolling surf, thick bush. Peter and Peter and Trish Stuart-Smith’s story of Trish visited all the WWII Catalina bases – their recent fl ight around Australia – in a at most sites little remained but a search of home-built sea plane! the encroaching bush often revealed a few Trish is the recently-appointed priest crumbled foundations. In addition, Peter’s in charge of the parish of St Barnabas, clever editing included some of his father’s Charnwood, which includes the little photos taken when the bases were a busy village church of St Michael and All and important part of our coastal defences. Angels at Hall. Most overnight stops were in coastal Trish and her husband Peter might just towns, and Trish’s fi lming often caught the be the envy of all would-be adventurers surprised looks of local fi shermen as the who read this! Peter has had a long-held plane, not much bigger than the average interest in sea-planes, since his father fl ew ‘tinny’, suddenly landed close by. The trip Catalina fl ying boats during WWII, and in was not wrapped in luxury – of the plane’s recent years, Peter’s dream was fulfi lled 30 kg payload about 20 kg was taken up with when he bought and built a SeaRey am- spares, hydraulic fl uid and tools, leaving just PLANNING: Trish and Peter Stuart-Smith fi nalise their fl ight planning before phibious plane. 10 kg to be shared for personal luggage. taking off on one of the Queensland legs of their fl ight around Australia in 2009 This tiny plane carries two people and This included the lightest sleeping bags and in the sea plane that Peter had built over the previous three years. just 30 kg of payload, and is able to take air beds for the occasions Trish and Peter off and land on both land and water. In camped on a lonely airstrip, and very basic they will offer another screening when the crammed in a tiny cockpit is guaranteed of 2008, Peter and Trish spent two months cooking and food supplies. weather is a little more clement. Anyone a great night’s entertainment. fl ying around the coastline of Australia Peter and Trish have shared an amaz- with an interest in history, adventure, Contact Beryl on (02) 62555482 if re-tracing many of Peter’s father’s war ing adventure, and those of us who braved Australian landscape or the social experi- you would like to hear about any future time fl ights. Those of us who ventured the cold have shared it too. We hope that ment of two people spending two months screenings. Page 10 Anglican News September 2011 HISTORY

Boorowa and Gundagai to Historybytes by Robert Willson both celebrate 150 years by Bill Wright On 13th September The Bishop and Boorowa and Gundagai both 1861 Bishop Barker laid celebrate the 150th anniversary the foundation stone of the of the founding of their parish church of St John the Bap- the bushranger churches. tist at Boorowa, six days The years after the goldrush, Martin who later gave his name On his last journey to the later on 19th September approximately 1851 to 1865, to Martin Place in Sydney), was southern parts of his diocese, he set the foundation stone were the golden age of bush said to be on his way up to the Bishop Fredric Barker laid the for St John the evangelist ranging in Australia. With the Tumut. Hall said he intended cornerstones of the two St John at Gundagai. bush dotted with gold mining to bail up both the Bishop and churches. The two churches are a camps, often in lonely areas, Mr Martin, and hold them in select group of Par- St John’s, Gundagai. and large fortunes being won by custody until the government ish churches, still in the back breaking labour of an granted him and Gilbert their use, which were built army of diggers, the temptation liberty. Ben Hall seems to have before the establishment of authentic link with the pioneer- of armed robbery was immense. been well informed about the the diocese of Goulburn in ing past. They continue as loved The famous bushrangers, movements of both men. 1863. settings for pastoral services and like Ben Hall and John Gilbert, A man of peace Most early churches have many committed members. were celebrities in colonial He said that it was not his have been replaced, some- Each is celebrating the land- NSW and governments battled intention to harm either the times twice; by newer and mark with services on Sunday to control what amounted to a Bishop or Martin unless they bigger church buildings. 25th September with a “Back-to- civil war. The government of were forced to defend them- Both buildings have Church” emphasis and desire to Premier Sir Charles Cowper, selves or the government was so St John’s, Boorowa. had some additions and connect with a younger genera- son of Archdeacon William foolish as to refuse their terms. alterations, but remain an tion and newcomers. Macquarie Cowper of Sydney, Mr Hayes was horrifi ed at this collapsed because the bushrang- proposal and begged Hall not ers made fools of his offi cials to treat the Bishop that way, and the mounted police. The when the Bishop was a man of Ben Hall gang always had the peace. Ben Hall said he thought best horses and the best “bush it was a capital idea and that he A Celtic Pilgrimage telegraph” in the country. and his men would do the same Bailed up to the Governor if he got the Journeying today with the early Christians of Britain The Queanbeyan Age news- chance. Imagine what it would have “Tourists pass through places, but people and places pass through the pilgrim.” paper for December 8, 1864, soon after the arrival of Bishop been like if Mesac Thomas was Led by The Ven. Ian and Elizabeth Palmer Mesac Thomas in this diocese, the prisoner of the Hall Gang. carried a long report of an Would he have converted them, 12th – 30th May 2012 interview with Ben Hall by one as Saint Paul was said to have of his victims. The gentleman converted his guards in Rome? was bailed up and while waiting Ben Hall never met Bishop Enjoy 16 days following in the footsteps of the Celtic saints and for the arrival of the mail coach Thomas but who knows what early Christians in Wales, Ireland, Scotland he remonstrated with Hall and the evangelical prelate might and England. warned him of the inevitable have achieved if they had spent consequences of his infamous time together? career. Hall agreed with him but We will never know. Hall Unique attractions of this pilgrimage said that if he surrendered to and Gilbert had then only fi ve police his “friends”, who looked months to live and both per- Daily prayers following the traditions of the to him for tribute as the price ished in savage gun battles, one Celtic saints (optional) of his security, would kill him outside Forbes and the other at Binalong near Yass. Times for rest, retre at, quiet and refl ection in before he could get a fair trial. It is clear that Hall and Gil- Glendalough, Iona and Durham Does any reader of Histo- bert were by this time tired of rybytes have memories of an Visiting St Paul‛s Jarrow and Bede‛s World on the the life of crime, but unable to Anglican Priest named COLIN feast day of St Bede 25th May escape from it. When the Gun- BURGESS (1907-1987)? He Time in the historic cities of Chester, Dublin, dagai Mail was stopped near was an authority on gum trees, Jugiong in December 1864 Hall especially in the Blue Moun- Edinburgh, Durham and York asked one traveller, Mr Hayes, tains. He was rector of Leura Opportunities to walk along part of the Cuthbert Way (optional) where the Bishop and Mr and later a Botanist was the James Martin were. The Bishop Canberra Botanic gardens. I had been reported as going to would love to hear from anyone Wagga Wagga and Martin, (the who knew him. Ian and Liz Palmer lived for 17 years the North East of England. They have led retreats on Lindisfarne and pilgrimages to Assisi and along the Camino de Santiago. Ian has taught the History and Spirituality of the Celtic Saints and Liz has led retreats on Celtic spirituality. Cost $6,950 per person twin share. A deposit of $350 per person is required by 30th Sept 2011. If you would like more details, a full Itinerary or to make a booking please contact: Ian or Liz Palmer ph 02 6299 3920 mb 0411 242 596 email [email protected] September 2011 Anglican News Page 11 ENVIRONMENT

Carbon Emissions: Why should Christians be involved in the debate?  Anglican Church in which this case is cogently sential responsibility under are already turning to renewable by more frequent environmental made is essential, while respect- God. Instead we should seek energy production. disasters and the loss of jobs of Australia ing opposing views and expos- to demonstrate by our actions How best to reduce Aus- to more innovative economies General Synod ing confl icts of interest. that we respect God’s creation tralia’s carbon emissions? that are on track to a sustain- Environment Why reduce Australia’s and wish to learn how to trust It is not our role to offer able future. Poorer people and carbon emissions? each other in a world of limited detailed policy advice. We do nations would suffer most. As Working Group 1. As Christians we see the resources by acting justly offer strong encouragement for Christians we are bound by discussion paper* world as a celebration of God’s and by caring for our well-informed, effective politi- the commandment to ‘love our abundance: abundance en- neighbour. cal debate on how to achieve neighbours as ourselves’, and joyed, celebrated and protected Less out of concern and care for our Christians believe that God environmental sustainabil- through living within limits. carbon neighbours in Australia and is the Creator and Sustainer of ity, and comment on Our understanding is that: must be the world, we acknowledge the earth and the whole uni- principle.  because of humanity’s in- and support the urgent need to verse and, through Jesus Christ, creasing numbers leading to mitigate climate change through teaches us to love and serve ever-expanding development effective reductions in carbon others. The Christian message and consumption, carbon emissions. is one of hope for a world made (greenhouse gas) emissions perfect through Christ (Colos- References: have been increasing rapidly; sians 1:15-20). The Scriptures (1) The Australian  the mainstream scientifi c remind us that the earth is the Religious Response to consensus, as expressed by Lord’s and everything in it Climate Change. Climate the International Panel on Cli- (Psalm 24:1). All of creation Change Action Kit: Chris- mate Change (IPCC), is that belongs to God, not to human tian. Section on ‘Statements we are at grave risk of a glob- beings. We are part of the cre- by Faith Leaders: Anglican.’ al temperature rise of more ated order, and our fi rst calling (2011). http://www.arrcc.org. than two degrees at the by God is to be stewards of the au/resources , accessed [July present rate of increase earth and the rest of creation 2011] in carbon emissions, (Genesis 1:28–29) (ref. 1). (2) Climate Commission, and consequently of The Critical Decade, Depart- The climate change debate ‘dangerous’ climate ment of Climate Change and is at a crucial stage. A carbon change; Energy Effi ciency, Key mes- price is planned for imple-  moreover, predic- sages, pp. 12. Canberra (May mentation in 2012 (to be fol- tions made by 2011). lowed by an emissions trading the IPCC are in A (3) Ross Garnaut, The Gar- scheme) but the Australian Par- accord with strategy naut Climate Change Review, liament is still divided. Many observations is needed Synopsis of Key Points, pp. Australians do not understand of more to move xxxv – xlv, and Chapter 24, pp. what a carbon price means for frequent Australia 591-597. (Cambridge Univer- the nation, and they are under- extreme (and the sity Press, 2008). standably concerned about the weather events. world) to (4) The Australian Acad- personal costs. So far, political 2. The ‘carbon prob- less depend- emy of Science. The Science of debate has been ineffective in lem’ is related to other global ence on fossil Climate Change: Questions and outlining how and why Aus- issues, such as water shortages, fuels. Ensuring Answers. (August 2010). http:/ tralia’s carbon emissions need drought and biodiversity loss. emitted if we that the cost of www.science.org.au/policy/cli- to be reduced. As Christians, we relate to are to respond to the carbon pollution matechange2010.html accessed Reducing carbon emissions God, to one another, and to all threat of climate change is accounted for is [July 2011] is a practical and moral necessi- living things. We are stewards and ensure a sustainable future an essential part of ty. Increasing carbon emissions of God’s creation. To cast aside for generations and other life. such a strategy. In- * The Environment Work- leads to increasing temperatures concern for the substantial risks, We need to consume less, es- deed, business markets expect ing Group is an advisory and hence to climate change. and act as individuals without pecially non-renewable energy the real costs of production to body to the Anglican Church The case for action to respond thought to the consequences in its various forms. We need be part of the product price. of Australia General Synod to climate change is strong (refs for others and for creation as to re-examine what is meant by This would provide: Standing Committee . At 2–4). Effective political debate a whole, is to deny our es- growth and wealth, acknowl-  stimulus for transform- its meeting last year, the edging our interdependence ing the economy through Church’s General Synod with the material world and creation of products and urged the church “to advo- rediscovering our responsibility services with low carbon cate for a sustainable econo- POSITIONS VACANT for it. emissions; my with the national govern- This challenges a society in  funds to enable compensa- ment giving high priority to DIOCESE OF RIVERINA the grip of materialism. Peo- tion for people in genuine environmental and social as ple in developed nations are need; and well as to economic impera- reluctant to forego the comforts  funds to enable direct and tives for the long term well- The Bishop of Riverina is seeking priests to fi ll two parish of current lifestyles. Others are substantial government being of all life on earth”. vacancies available at the start of 2012. Our Diocese covers concerned about making ends support for rapid imple- In this context the Environ- the western 37% of NSW, the outback and the huge areas of meet in the face of expected mentation of a range of low mental Working Group was irrigated and dry-land agriculture drained by the “four rivers” energy cost increases. The cost carbon technologies and directed to “develop a series lifestyles. – the Darling, Murray, Murrumbidgee and the Lachlan. of energy will indeed increase of discussion papers with (and not just for this reason). Those who oppose all forms theological and policy refl ec- Expressions of interest are sought therefore for the parishes of Compensation must be pro- of carbon pricing are discount- tion on key topics”. Those ing the importance of public Tocumwal-Finley and Moama. Both parishes are located on vided for those who genuinely wishing to respond to this policy action in the face of sci- paper can contact the Envi- our southern border, the Murray River. Please contact Bishop need it, as the Government has indicated. Higher costs will also entifi c evidence. Oversimplifi ed ronmental Working Group Doug Stevens for further information on these parishes and infl uence consumption patterns political rhetoric does everyone at [email protected]. details of stipend packages. for goods and services. This a disservice. Avoidance of our anglican.org may result in new forms of per- responsibility to reduce carbon [email protected] sonal and community sustain- emissions can be expected to Ph: (02) 6959 1177 ability: for example small towns lead to higher future costs for Mob: 0413 805 010 in struggling agricultural areas everyone – caused, for example, Page 12 Anglican News September 2011 BOOKS Commemorating 400th anniversary of KJV

The Book of Books: The beacon for Protestants all work well and the new transla- Radical Impact of the King You may be a Chris- over the world. Tyndale tion appeared in 1611. Nine James Bible 1611-2011. By tian. You may be anti- was a defender of the years later a tiny ship named Melvyn Bragg. Hodder & Christian, or of another divinity of the king who the Mayfl ower, with 102 souls Stoughton. 370pp. $25.00 religion, or none. You persecuted him and aboard, set out from Plymouth may be an atheist fun- planned his assassination. for America. The Bible went reviewed by Robert damentalist and think His work goaded the with them and helped to shape Willson the Bible is monstrous, corrupt Papacy into a the religion, the language and a book to be dismissed panic of revenge but 75 the democracy of the English This year is the 400th an- or derided. years after he was burned colonies that became the United niversary of the publication of But whoever you at the stake, his work States of America. In 1788 the the King James Version of the are in the English- became the keystone of King James Bible arrived at Bible. speaking world, I hope the King James Version. Sydney Cove with the Angli- First editions of this famous to persuade you to Soon after James can Chaplain to the First Fleet, book are rare but many years ago consider that the King became King he held Richard Johnson, someone presented a copy to St James Version of the what is called the Hamp- Later chapters of this ab- Mark’s Library. That book is the Bible has driven the ton Court Conference sorbing book deal with the role focus of an exhibition of historic making of that world in 1604 to resolve the of the King James Bible in the Bibles on show for some months over the last 400 years, confl ict between the English Civil War in the seven- in Parliament House and now often in most unex- Anglican establishment teenth century and the Ameri- touring Australia. pected ways. and the Puritans. It was can Civil War in the nineteenth To mark this signifi cant a failure in most respects. century. Another fascinating anniversary a number of books This famous English The King shouted that the theme is the founding of the have appeared, telling the story version came out of The lasting version as we Puritans would toe the Royal Society in 1660 and early of the famous translation. One persistent demands for a voice now have it was fi nally secured line or he would drive them out modern science and the Bible. of the best of these is a very in their own tongue, a demand by King James I after the death of his kingdom. But a modest The author also looks at readable account by English which, in spite of horrible per- of Queen Elizabeth. It is ironic proposal for a new translation the central role of the Bible in writer Melvyn Bragg, now Lord secution, could not be resisted, that the book was published by of the Bible caught his imagina- English and American litera- Bragg. Bragg is a life peer and even in Medieval England. By the autocratic will of an abso- tion and the King agreed. ture, and in education. There is author of the book and televi- the time of King Henry VIII in lute monarch and through the So the old palace of Cardi- a chapter on the Bible and the sion series, The Adventure of the 1530s that force could no efforts of a committee of schol- nal Wolsey, Hampton Court, role of women, and another on English. He tells us that as longer be denied. ars, not usually such a fruitful became the birthplace of the the Bible and sex. an Anglican growing up in There is a copy of the Great combination. famous Bible. That is why the In a brief review it is impos- Cumbria he was steeped in the Bible (in English) of Henry VIII The second chapter, entitled Queen gave her Christmas Day sible even to hint at the riches words of the King James Bible on display in St Andrew’s Ca- The Road to 1611, reminds us address to the Commonwealth of this book for the modern from childhood. thedral in Sydney and it is put of the immense contribution of and the world from that palace Christian. The cost of Melvyn The author throws down a at the centre of the sanctuary in William Tyndale to the story. last Christmas. Bragg’s book is a modest $25. challenge to anyone who opens the place occupied by the altar Tyndale was a Roman Catholic The scholars, guided by the Readers will fi nd it a rich source this book. He writes: in other cathedrals. whose work would become a eagle eye of the King, did their of information and inspiration. The way forward for local ecumenism by John Nevile University. It will be helpful side, and especially on the Receptive ecumenism has a By its nature it does not lay Earlier this year I read a to repeat that defi nition and Church of England, and also relatively short history: a con- down rules about what should quotation “When someone then think about implications despite cultural antagonisms ference in 2006 described it as be discussed or how the dis- says to me “I don’t believe in it may suggest about fruitful in Australia, the Catholic “a fresh way of conceiving the cussion should be structured; God”, my response is “Which ways of practicing receptive church is one close to the ecumenical task fi tted for the just on using receptive ecu- God don’t you believe in: ecumenism: Anglican in both theology contemporary situation.”But menism in discussing signifi - I may not believe in him, and worship. We can learn in this short history there has cant issues that arise in the life either.” The essential principle be- a lot from Catholics, but we been substantial weight given of churches in a local area. This approach has much hind Receptive Ecumenism is may gain even more practis- to its use at a local church to commend it, even though that the primary ecumenical re- ing receptive ecumenism with level. it is negative, clearing away sponsibility is to ask not ‘What members of a denomination some of the misapprehensions do the other traditions fi rst need very different from ours, for about God which most mature to learn from us?’ but ‘What do example, the Religious Soci- Christians do not believe. we need to learn from them?’ ety of Friends, or Quakers. Now there is a positive mir- The assumption is that if all Two of their values, con- ror of this approach, receptive were asking this question seri- stant reliance on the Holy Woden Christian Bookshop ecumenism. ously and acting upon it then Spirit and the emphasis on Last month’s column on all would be moving in ways improving the lot of individu- Canberra’s independent Christian bookshop the AGM of Churches To- that would both deepen our als and institutions in society, stocks books on theology, history, mission, gether in NSW/ACT reported authentic respective identities are ones which can obviously pastoral care and counselling, liturgy, books that the AGM thought it and draw us into more intimate inspire us. But it may be more would be helpful if the Heads relationship. rewarding to look at values at for children, music and books for refl ection and of Churches meeting on the the opposite end of the spec- meditation, gifts and devotional items, wafers, future activities of the Council Some might see an Angli- trum to those traditionally candles and so much more! Ring, email or come discussed three major issues. can newspaper using a Catho- held in the Anglican Church, This column will consider as- lic source to inspire thinking for example, their uncompro- in person. pects of each of these issues in on the subject as an appro- mising emphasis on pacifi sm. What we don’t have in stock, we can order. turn, starting in this issue with priate example of receptive However these refl ections receptive ecumenism. ecumenism. No doubt it is, but are just thoughts to encourage Woden Christian Bookshop A defi nition of this term it is receptive ecumenism at the thinking of others, and not was given in the previous the easy end. suggestions about how churches Bus Interchange, Woden ACT 2606 column in a quotation from Despite a historical re- should operate, especially at the Contact us on 6285 1425 (fax 6281 0849) lationship in England that local level. That is up to those the website of the Centre for Catholic Studies at Durham refl ects little credit on either churches and no one else. or email [email protected] September 2011 Anglican News Page 13

Ricky’s Place expands services  Free legal help with Ricky’s Place to provide this for homeless people new service to the people of Bega who are affected by homeless- in Bega as Ricky’s ness,” says Lyn Larkins, a home- Place @ St Johns less persons lawyer at Legal Aid. turns two “Legal Aid cannot find ac- commodation for people, but by Jeremy Halcrow sometimes getting legal help at As Ricky’s Place @ St Johns the right time can help people celebrates its second birthday, try to keep their existing accom- people in Bega who are homeless, modation. Legal Aid can also at risk of being homeless or have help people deal with problems been homeless, will now able to that can often lead to people be- get free legal help as part of the coming homeless such as debts, service. fi nes, credit contracts, Centrelink On Friday 5 August 2011 a payments and housing issues,” Legal Aid NSW lawyer was at she said. Ricky’s Place - a mission of the Ricky’s Place @ St Johns Anglican Parish of St John the was opened on August 12, 2009 Evangelist - to provide the fi rst thanks to a $29,000 start-up grant legal homeless outreach service from Anglicare. in Bega. Anglicare is committed to People were able to see the partnering with Ricky’s Place Legal Aid lawyer without any and last year funded additional appointments as the new service storage and the employment of a is a drop in service where no ap- part time coordinator. Anglicare pointments are needed. also runs a Financial Counsel- CONGRATULATIONS: Carol Meindl, General Manager Anglicare NSW South Coast and Snowy, “This week is actually na- ling service in conjunction with offers her congratulation to Ricky’s Place @ St John’s on reaching its second birthday. tional homeless persons week and Ricky’s Place @ St Johns Angli- Legal Aid are pleased to working can Church. Ricky’s Place @ St Johns teers who give hundreds of hours ing classes and Ricky’s Garden is also supported by the many per week,” said Ross Williams which under the patronage of local business, organisations and from Ricky’s Place @ St Johns. well-known garden expert Mar- individuals. “Thanks to this support we garet Sirl provides vegetables “We could not exist with- are able to operate a food ser- for use in the kitchen,” he said. out the support of partners like vice three times per week, as Anglicare and our local volun- well as Ricky’s Kitchen cook-

The new legal service is available at Ricky’s Place at St John’s Anglican Church, Bega Street, Bega on the second Friday of each month between 11.30am – 1.30pm.

NEW APPOINTMENT: The Rev’d Karen Kime has been appointed as Anglicare’s Manager of Indigenous Services, Culture and Education; a position within the area of `Mission and Justice’ that will focus on the development of services to Indigenous and other Australians. Karen believes that living in isolated communities has signifi cant challenges, and she is therefore keen to assess the needs in those locations. She has said that “Anglicare has a key role in developing the capacity and resilience of such communities to experience a level of health and wellbeing equal to that of other Australians”. Her other responsibilities include the provision of cross cultural training, as well as supporting Anglicare’s General Managers and parishes in the building of partnerships with local communities. Karen said there is “a great deal of understanding and skill needed when working with people of other cultures. It is diffi cult to form partnerships with people whose history, culture and whose life experiences are very different to one’s own”. Page 14 Anglican News September 2011 NEWS From St Martin’s College to Fiji  Student Volunteer Costs for the programme were egorising the St Christopher’s Program 2011 met by the students themselves library which is available for the with support from St Paul’s Tur- students living in the home – this brings message of vey Park Trust and CSU Global. mammoth task was undertaken encouragement On Sunday Morning the stu- by Bianca, Ann and Jenny – and Rowan printed out our labels by Jenny Willsher* dents attended worship at the local church which is a mixed for us. Three students from St Mar- cultural congregation of Fijian, 6. Assisting with afternoon tin’s College at Charles Sturt Indo-Fijian and the children from tea when the children returned University (CSU) Wagga Cam- the home, and was extremely home from school and then with pus recently participated in a youth oriented. The group intro- homework help for the infants volunteer mission programme at duced themselves as part of the and primary school children for St Christopher’s Orphanage in worship and gave greetings to a couple of hours each day. Nakasi, Fiji Islands. the church community from St 7. Assisting with homework The aim of the visit was to Martin’s College, Charles Sturt help for the high school girls for encourage and enable the young University and the Dioceses of a couple of hours each evening. people involved to minister to a Riverina and Canberra/Goulburn. 8. Visiting a local Primary community in a developing na- Apart from doing their own School and High School to meet tion, and develop Christian lead- cooking and cleaning the students with the Principal and staff and ership of the students involved. were asked to undertake a num- visit some classrooms to learn St Christopher’s is an Angli- ber of tasks based on the courses about education in Fiji. can children’s home run by the they were studying at CSU. These 9. Attending the Community Sisters of the Community of The included: prayer times – Morning Prayer Sacred Name. The Sisters are 1. Rowan preparing a Power and Eucharist at 6.30am were Fijian and Tongan and the Order point presentation about the voluntary (except for Jenny who is based in New Zealand. home for Sister Kalo the Head was invited to lead those services At the time of our visit there Sister to use at an international and Rowan who had to attend to were 23 children resident rang- Mission Conference to be held in take photos for his powerpoint ing in age from 18 months to July. This involved photograph- presentation). The evening “fam- 27 years. The children are either ing daily life in the home as well ily” prayer time was compulsory orphans (now a minority due to as liaising with Sister Kalo about for all students and led each night changing social circumstances in the content of her talk. by Jenny, who was assisted by the Fiji) or are in the home because of 2. Rowan preparing the St students on the fi nal evening as neglect, abuse, poverty or being Christopher’s Home Newsletter they gave a puppet presentation abandoned by their families. as well as a few other “computer/ for the refl ection. The Sisters work closely technology” based tasks. Prior to the visit the whole of with the Social Welfare Depart- 3. All students planting the St Martin’s College was involved ment to increase the living skills vegetable gardens for the orphan- in fund-raising for one of the and independence of the young GARDENING: The team from St Martin’s helped establish age co-ordinated by Ann who is past residents of St Christopher’s people in residence as well as studying to be an Agriculture Home who is now in her second vegetable gardens for St Christopher’s Orphanage in the Fijian now working closely with their High School teacher. This in- year of studying medicine with community of Nasaki during their visit to the area during the extended families with the aim volved a visit to the local fruit the Fiji School of medicine. University holidays in July. The garden will help provide food of eventually enabling the chil- and vegetable markets at Nausori The funds raised by the college for the orphanage. dren to return to their homes and to buy local seeds and plants as students were matched dollar for families. well as the entire group preparing dollar by the St Martin’s College Three students from St Mar- garden beds and planting seeds Board. One of the highlights of relax, as well as do some souvenir their time away was actually a tin’s College applied to partici- “in the mud” for a couple of hours the trip was to be able to present shopping. very simple thing – buying ba- pate in the project and all were one morning. Vinita with $2,500 FJD to assist The stay at St Christopher’s nanas for $1 a bunch!! The trip accepted. They included Rowan 4. All the group helping out with her fees which are $5,000 achieved all the aims of the pro- was a deeply spiritual experience Sinden a 2nd Year BA(TV Pro- for two mornings at the St Chris- FJD per semester. The students ject and more, with the students for all of the students. As we duction) student, Ann Frizell who topher’s kindergarten (preschool) were able to meet with Vinita and learning so much about them- gathered around the meal table is training to be a High School which caters for local children in a friend of hers who is studying selves and their responsibility almost always the discussion was Agriculture teacher, and Bianca the Nakasi area. Law. to care for others. The students theological as they questioned, Rees who is training to be a Pri- 5. Tidying, sorting and cat- The St Martin’s students faced and met a range of chal- refl ected on their faith, and grew mary School teacher. not only gave of their time and lenges in the course of the week in that faith. Their favourite part energy but also fi nancially. We including learning to read “Fiji of the day was the community were able to purchase seeds for body language”, working with prayer time each evening and the gardens as well as some plants the constraints of “Fiji time”, each of these students have for the Sisters’ gardens. We noted cooking with minimal ingredi- gone away from this trip with that one major issue with home- ents, lots of rain and mud, roost- the greatest gift we could offer work was the lack of tools such as ers crowing all through the night, them: a stronger, more intentional scissors, glue, scrap paper, etc. So cold water showers most of the personal faith. we organised a “Homework Box” time, ants, cane toads, mon- A date has already been set with about $300 FJD of supplies. gooses, mosquitos and very early for 2012 as the Sisters and the The aim is that the box will be mornings and long days of work Community of St Christopher’s placed in the library and brought (most days were 6am-10pm). truly value the contribution made out specifically at homework At the same time they had the by the students from St Martin’s time to help with projects and opportunity to make new friends, College. The students who partic- assignments. make a valuable contribution to ipated this year were wonderful At the end of the week the stu- those who have much less than ambassadors for St Martin’s Col- dents were given the opportunity themselves, learn about other lege and Charles Sturt University. for a debriefi ng as well as some cultures and refl ect on their own well earned R&R. They explored culture, develop their leaderships *Rev’d Jenny Willsher serves RESOURCES: The visiting team from St Martin’s College gave the craft markets in Suva and we skills and appreciate the fact that as Head of St Martin’s College generously of their time, energy and money to provide resources then caught a taxi to Crusoe’s Re- what they did in their short time for St Christopher’s Orphanage. Here Anne Frizell, Bianca treat where students were given made a huge difference to the St Rees and Rowan Sinden meet the Principal of Basden College in the opportunity to try Kava (the Christopher’s community. Suva. local drink), snorkel, kayak and The greatest enjoyment of September 2011 Anglican News Page 15 NEWS FROM THE WIDER CHURCH

East Africa John Stott remembered at London funeral Emergency from Christian Today There were moments of poign- ant refl ection but also much laugh- ter and thanksgiving at the funeral Appeal of John Stott (Monday, 8th August). All Souls Langham Place, In the region of East Africa, “Faced with the threat of famine, Stott’s beloved church in London, drought is quickly turning into households within the affected was fi lled to capacity with friends, famine for starving people across population invariably utilise a wide relatives and many others who did several countries. range of responses to preserve not know him personally, yet had The recent rains have failed themselves and their livelihoods.” in some way been touched by his to bring much needed relief to As much as the people can preaching and more than 50 books. the area and the people, livestock plan for the dry seasons and pe- The queue of Christians wait- and agriculture are all suffering riods, nothing can prepare them ing to enter the church prior to the as a consequence. Around 11.6 for the drought and subsequent start of the service stretched to a million people are affected by famine that is now ravishing their block away. this natural disaster in an area countries. There was heartfelt sadness becoming known as the “Triangle Your generous support of at the passing of a much loved of Death” (Reuters). these families and their com- teacher and friend, but the tone of Starving people have no munities will bring much needed the service was joyous as All Souls choice but to make themselves relief into their lives. conductor Noel Tredinnick led the displaced refugees, crossing any Please pray for the victims congregation with typical enthusi- border in the region in search of of this disaster, for those who asm in hymns such as Crown Him food. It is, unfortunately, a case have lost loved ones, the govern- with Many Crowns and Thine Be of the most in need suffering. ments who are coordinating the the Glory. INFLUENTIAL: In 2005, Time Magazine rated John Stott as Women and children tend response, aid agencies and our Those who knew Stott person- “one of the 100 most infl uential people in the world’, but for to be the most vulnerable, with Partner Churches as they face ally brought laughter to the service those who knew him he is remembered as a humble man with women often burdened with the tremendous challenges ahead. as they shared humorous anecdotes simple tastes (photo: John Yates). responsibility of providing food Donations can be made at about his keen attention to detail and water for their families. www.abmission.org or by send- and love of birdwatching. the man Stott asked personally Spirit? … In so many ways, John The Anglican Board of Mission ing a cheque/money order made Stott’s niece, Caroline Bower- to preach at his funeral. was simply like Christ.” (ABM) partners with Anglican out to: Anglican Board of Mis- man, recalled with fondness the Wright spoke admiringly of Wright appealed to his fellow churches in the region, particularly sion – Australia to Locked Bag many Christmases spent together Stott’s legacy and the example he Christians to honour Stott’s great- in Kenya and South Sudan. Q4005, Queen Victoria Building, with Uncle John and said that he had set for Christians the world est desire – to see the church united Despite the many challenges NSW 1230. Alternatively, you never lost an opportunity to share over, contrasting his integrity and Christians loving each other as ahead of them, the churches con- can phone 1300 302 663 or email his faith with her. with the “too many” Christian Christ loved them. tinue to help those affected by [email protected]. Former study assistant Toby leaders who fall short of the mark Stott died on July 27 at the coordinating food relief efforts Howarth spoke of the undivided at- by preaching prosperity or failing age of 90. He is credited with do- and helping local farmers plan The Anglican Board of Mis- tention Stott gave to each person he to lay themselves at the foot of the ing more to change the landscape for the future. sion (ABM) is the national encountered and remembered him cross as Stott had done throughout of global evangelicalism in the Some communities have al- mission agency of the Angli- as someone who always “pointed his life. twentieth century than any other ready taken steps to drought- can Church of Australia. For not to himself but to Jesus.” He praised his friend and men- evangelical. proof themselves with the support over 158 years ABM has been Also paying tribute was former tor for his “anger” against injustice, He was rector of All Souls of local Anglican churches in the assisting people all over the All Souls church warden, David the way in which he honoured Church, Langham Place, from region. world to proclaim the Gospel Turner, who described him as “a and respected women, his love of 1950 to 1970, and went on to write One of ABM’s contacts in of Jesus Christ, provide health Christian giant, a hero, a mentor, children, his rejection of wealth, 51 books on the meaning of the Kenya, John Kyalo Mutua, Execu- and education services, im- and a friend we loved.” and his delight in God’s creation. cross and the Christian faith. tive Director of Ukamba Christian prove agricultural practices The greatest tribute, “John Stott modelled that obe- He was named by Time maga- Community Services, tells us, and strengthen the Church. however, came from Dr Chris dience of faith,” he said. zine in 2005 as one of the 100 most Wright, international director “Is there any life that has more infl uential people in the world and Adelaide appoints of Langham Partnership and beautifully born the fruit of the appointed CBE in 2007. Bishop for Evangelism The Anglican Archbishop While having some involve- of Adelaide, Jeffrey Driver is ment with general episcopal pleased to announce the ap- responsibilities including con- pointment of Archdeacon Tim fi rmations and ordinations, the Harris as Bishop for Mission Bishop for Mission and Evange- and Evangelism in the Anglican lism will focus on the develop- Diocese of Adelaide. ment of “fresh expressions” of Tim is presently the Dean of church, congregational planting Bishopdale Theological College and parish renewal. He will also in Nelson, New Zealand and have a place in the academic Archdeacon for Theological life of St Barnabas College, Education and Ministry Forma- lecturing in New Testament tion in that Diocese. Tim has and will have an involvement done a wonderful job helping in ministry formation, particu- to re-establish Bishopdale Col- larly around mission and “fresh lege. He has become a respected expressions”. figure throughout the New An episcopal ordination in Zealand Church and it will be St Peter’s Cathedral will take a joy to welcome him, along place on Sunday November 20 with Fiona and John, back to (Christ the King) at 4.00pm. Australia. Page 16 September 2011 Anglican News

Ginninderra Hub hosts SOMA team

The HUB gathering at Gin- part-time at a Sydney theologi- ninderra parish on Friday, Au- cal college, but is about to move gust 5, saw about 40 young back to Canberra. people gather for an evening He told the gathering he of games, worship, catching up had been a parish priest in St with friends, and hearing from George’s, Pearce, in the late some of the visiting SOMA mis- 1980s and early 1990s when the sion team members. parish youth group had grown The program at St Paul’s to a membership of about 150. Church in Spence began with He explained that this had WORSHIP: Simeon Hearnshaw (above) provides the music for pizzas, chips, soft drinks and not come about through any a time of worship before the leader of the Ginninderra SOMA coffee followed by a few infor- planning or programming on team, Chris Simon (inset), addresses the gathering. mal games of table tennis before his part, but rather because the Synergy Youth Director Matt design of the parish facilities Brain called the group together had prevented almost any form Initially, the group had been sage for the evening, Chris of the tomorrow”. for worship. of youth activity other than very small but through faithful Simon’s main point was to “You are very much part of Simeon Hearnshaw provided sitting in fi xed pews to study study and prayer the numbers had assure the young people that the church of today,” he insist- great accompaniment on the God’s word. increased steadily over the years. they should not see themselves ed, “and you have a very pro- keyboard as the group sang a few “There was no way we could “Many of those who passed (or allow others in the church found infl uence on the church well-known songs and choruses. move the seating or make space through the youth group in those to see them) as just “the church generally.” Matt Brain then introduced for games, which I would have years are now in some form of Chris Simon as guest speaker done if I could because I thought ministry themselves,” he said. for the evening. Chris is a re- that was what youth ministry While the topic of prayer tired priest who now lectures should include.” formed a large part of his mes- Summer Camp Pelican 2012 uupdate:pdate: For more than 30 years Camp begin the process of shaping the Pelican has played a signifi cant ‘Camp Pel experience’. There part in helping young people hear are many fi ne leaders who give of the great news of Jesus and learn their time and expertise to walk SSyeirayeira FergusonFerguson to follow him. alongside the young campers Synergy Youth is busy prepar- during this time. They provide a ing for three editions of ‘Camp wonderful witness to the compel- Pel’ during the coming summer ling difference that Jesus makes Syeira Ferguson is one of holidays. in life. the three fantastic Bishop’s Gap The season will commence If you have a heart for young Year students participating in with the year 5-6 camp on Mon- people, or have ever wanted to the inaugural program. She day 2nd January. This camp ends be part of ‘Camp Pel’, now is writes of her year so far … on Saturday 7th and is under the the time to volunteer! Lucas is The Bishop’s Gap Year has directorship of Anita Harris. hosting a gathering in September already been a busy year for me. The second camp is for stu- at which the focus of the camps This program is focused on a dents in the school years 7-9 and and the duties of a camp leader hands-on experience with vari- runs from the 8th till the 13th will be explained. ous aspects of Youth Ministry. January. Simeon Hearnshaw and All prospective leaders are be- So far this year, we have Merryn Weaver will be directing ing asked to attend this meeting; been involved in youth ministry this camp. so if you are keen to volunteer conferences, in Katoomba as The fi nal camp in the season please set the date aside. well as here in Canberra, vari- is for students in years 10, 11 and When: Saturday 24th Sep- ous retreats around the Capital, 12 and is being pulled together tember - 1-4pm and more recently, a two week OPORTUNITY: Syeira Ferguson (centre) has appreciated the by Sophie Wooldridge and Sarah Where: St Peter’s Church ‘work experience’ out at Wagga opportunity to talk with youth ministry ‘gurus’ Ken and Julie Moser. Hibbard. Weston Creek. Wagga. The camp directors are work- For more information, or to Going to Wagga has been the ing with Synergy’s camping RSVP please call Lucas King on highlight of the program so far. class with a Kindergarten class. Julie Moser. coordinator, Lucas King, to draw 0400 120 803, or Matt Brain on Laura and I stayed with Lucas We also did some administra- I have also been busy back together their leadership teams to 0427 826 180. and Cheryl King, and spent our tion work like helping with the at St Paul’s, Manuka. I have time following Lucas around to program of Camp Pelican, and started a ‘Youth Group’ which many different youth ministries organising music for Sunday meets during the 10am service, in the area. services. taking children Year 5 and Synergy contacts Some of these experiences We also attended a Confir- above. Synergy Youth: www.synergy.org.au, offi ce - 6230 6749 included: Friday youth group, mation class, and a ‘Creating We have completed a Bible lunchtime Christian fellowship Safe Ministries’ program. The Study on the book of James as Synergy Youth Director: Matt Brain, [email protected] group at three different high highlight for me was the oppor- well as helped with Australia’s Western Region Specialist Youth Minister/ schools, attended a couple of tunity to meet and talk with two Biggest Morning Tea. With time, Camp Pelican Coordinator: Lucas King, [email protected] and God’s help, we hope that this Christian Studies classes as well ‘gurus’ of Youth Ministry, here Synergy Youth Chairperson: Ruth Edwards, [email protected] as helped out with Scripture in Australia and USA, Ken and group will grow in number.