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By Gisele McKnight new staff members. Nicole Chouinard is the financial and If you were to choose a theme administrative assistant. Allyson word the sum up the 136th Caldwell is the half-time assis- Diocesan Synod, it would be tant to the director of youth and missional. intergenerational ministries. The day-long synod was held Ecumenical guests included Nov. 4 at Christ Church (Par- the Rev. Lisa Vaughn, the par- ish) Church in Fredericton, ish vitality coordinator in the with 75 clergy and 149 laity in Anglican Diocese of Nova Scotia attendance, plus several guests and Prince Edward Island; the and observers. Many noted this Rev. Richard Bowley, president synod was more youthful in of the Maritime Conference of appearance. Last year’s move the United Church of Canada to encourage parishes to send and pastor at St. Paul’s United in a third delegate — between the Fredericton; the Rev. Ralph Wei- ages of 16-35 — has resulted in a gold, eastern synod representa- younger synod membership. tive of the Evangelical Lutheran In this program synod, the Church of Canada and of the main part of the day was spent New Denmark Lutheran Parish; discussing mission, using the and Andrew Scollick, director book, and accompanying video, of vocations and recruitment at Surprise the World: The Five Atlantic School of Theology in Habits of Highly Missional Halifax. People, by Michael Frost. The dorothy shephard photo The Rev. Christopher Ketch, acronym BELLS forms the crux The 136th Diocesan Synod saw 75 clergy and 149 laity members, plus observers and guests, gather to learn a volunteer firefighter with the of the book and the five habits: how to be more missional. It was held Nov. 4 at Christ Church (Parish) Church in Fredericton. Beersville Fire Department, Bless, Eat, Listen, Learn, Sent. co-ordinated first aid for the day Threshold Ministries’ national and identified all first aid volun- director Shawn Branch was the Frost book to take home. See the od with these words: “I would pointed recording secretary of teers present. As the new Safe facilitator as the five habits were BELLS story for more on this, like to begin by acknowledging the 136th Diocesan Synod. Bish- Church officer, Ben Bourque illustrated, first via video from which also includes a presenta- that the land on which we gather op David thanked Canon Leo noted the location of fire extin- the author, and then by short tion by Hockey Ministries Inter- is the traditional unceded terri- Martin for 13 years of service to guishers and exits, and outlined interviews with five people illus- national leader Bruce Smith. tory of the Wolastoqiyik (Mali- Diocesan Council and Diocesan the exit plan in case of emergen- trating the five aspects. Delegate Bishop David Edwards seet) and Mi’kmaq peoples.” Synod as recording secretary. packages included the Michael opened the 136th Diocesan Syn- The Rev. David Peer was ap- The bishop introduced two Synod continued on page 5

BELLS program was the highlight of diocesan synod

By Gisele McKnight and interviewing five parishio- verse of the hymn Lift High The on your knees and ask God ‘who the Edmundston region, a city ners whose mission illustrated Cross. do you want me to bless’ — peo- with its fair share of drug abuse, The best part of the 136th Dioc- points from the book Surprise B for BLESS: Frost explained ple from church, non-Christians alcoholism and family violence. esan Synod, according to many the World: The Five Habits of the value of blessing, and sug- from work and anyone from “The church leadership gives participant surveys, was the Highly Missional People, by gested a prayer to ask God which either category,” said Frost in the me the opportunity to speak to BELLS program presented by six Michael Frost. Each member of three people to bless each week. video. “I can’t tell you the impact speakers through the main part synod was given a copy of the An act of kindness, like mowing this will have. It binds you to the Bells continued on page 4 of the day. book to take home and share someone’s lawn; a gift of food, people you are blessing.” Diocesan Synod was held with their parish. cash or something else; and Dawn Mary Baker, a member Nov. 4 at Christ Church (Parish) The acronym ELLSB forms words of affirmation, like iden- of the Parish of Madawaska, dis- More Diocesan Church. the crux of the book and the five tifying something in someone cussed her mission to illustrate Threshold Ministries’ national habits: Bless, Eat, Listen, Learn, you value or want to encourage blessing. A retired nurse, she Synod coverage on director Shawn Branch facili- Sent. Between each of the five comprise the B is blessing. shares her experience, skills and pages 2, 4, 5, and 6 tated BELLS, introducing videos parts, synod members sang a “Every Monday morning, get compassion with the women of 2 / The New Brunswick Anglican december 2017

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cese who spoke were articulate I feel more and more a part of focus of the daylong synod. In it Bishop David says, “This and deeply committed to Christ the great whole of our diocese, Then, of course, the trag- leads us into a direction which Reaction and His Gospel. and less and less as an isolated edy the next day in Sutherland is very risky for us. We will be Our Synod this year pre- island. Shawn Branch’s presen- Springs, Texas, where over looking outwards rather than pared us for a path forward that tation, enabling the stories of two dozen people died in their inwards. to synod could assist bringing about the many other people and minis- Sunday morning worship service We will not be concentrating Kingdom of God in our various tries, had a powerful impact on puts a new twist on what the on what is good for us but what parts of New Brunswick. It was me. Bishop described as the R-I-S-K is the best for others. We will The Rev. Shirley Noseworthy, a privilege to be a member of That, combined with the en- involved in living a life of faith. be making a difference in the Parish of Woodstock Synod this year. couragement of Michael Frost’s In a world so often filled with communities where we live with It was the best synod I have at- book, could contain a key to the acts of hate and violence, how the intention of seeing people tended! I was greatly inspired by Rob Pitman, Threshold Minis- fuller expression of the Christian much more important it be- enter into communion with God the five passionate speakers who tries parish evangelist, Parish faith, perhaps how it is meant comes for us to cling to Matthew through Jesus the Son.” shared how they are living out of Portland to be. 22:35-40 and demonstrate to Do you know why this the five habits of highly mis- It is very exciting to see Bishop This is what I think about others that we love the Lord our sounds a bit familiar? It is sional people! Edwards and the Synod commit- post Synod; this is what I tell God with heart, soul, and mind, exactly what our Vision State- I am very thankful to have tee steering us towards a more others when they ask about the and also our neighbours as our- ment says! I came away from Michael Frost’s book “Surprise mission-minded diocese. meeting. This, I believe, is what I selves. Yes Tina Turner, love has Synod gratified that our parish is the World” that we will be using At Synod we learned about will continue to think about. EVERYTHING to do with it ! well on the way to understand- in our parish this Easter. It will the BELLS approach to mission ing how to be highly missional be exciting to see how this guide that Michael Frost wrote about Jason A. Smith, chair of YIG Kathy Asch, Parish of Wood- people. will transform our congregation in his book, Surprise the World: (Youth & Intergenerational stock to be missional people, following The Five Habits of Highly Mis- Ministries team) The 136th Synod of the Diocese Chase McLean, Parish of the simple and “doable” BELLS sional People. This book lays I have been to a few synods of Fredericton was the third Wicklow, Wilmot, Peel and program! out a blueprint for us to follow and this was very different from Synod for me, and the best! Aberdeen Thank you to the organizing based on Jesus’s teachings and the others. I enjoyed the practi- Mid-morning we were singing: The 136th session of Synod was committee and all the par- how he conducted His ministry cal aspect to it with the mission “Lift high the cross, the love once again a good experience. I ticipants for such an enriching 2,000 years ago. His teachings series. I hope the parishes decide of Christ proclaim. Till all the was privileged to attend and have Synod! God is good! and example still holds true to do the mission series. world, adore his sacred name” the opportunity of seeing how the today. I think it might unite the dio- … quite a few times, and I love operations of Synod works. The Rev. Douglas Painter, Par- If we follow the BELLS cese and allow a chance to fulfil singing! I saw some familiar faces ish of Kingston approach to being missional the bishop’s charge. I believe we It directly related to learn- whom I don’t see very often, Over the past 16 years as priest people, we will have the tools are in an exciting time and I am ing about a new program the so of course I had to head back and many more as a youth and necessary to lead others to Jesus. glad to be part of it. diocese is introducing for Easter, home to my parish and inform deanery delegate to Synod in a new, hopeful and encouraging some of my fellow parishioners Montreal, I have never been so The Rev. Chris Hayes, Parish of The Rev. Dwight Stuart, Parish path forward for all parishes. who I saw. It’s a great way to impressed by a gathering of the Salisbury & Havelock of Fundy and the Lakes The bishop’s charge was see former ministers and old diocese. I was truly moved by The annual Diocesan Synod Reflecting upon the 136th hopeful as well, and I encourage friends, and to see where the the intentionality and thought gatherings have come to include Synod of the Diocese of Fred- you to read it - anglican.nb.ca/ Holy Spirit has directed them in that had gone into Synod. a kind of “homecoming” aspect ericton, I cannot help but hear synod/sessions/ their lives to date. Business was left to later in for me, getting to see friends again and again that simple the day so the focus could be and colleagues I don’t get to see prayer Bishop David suggested on mission and prayer. Our nearly as often as I would like. in his charge that we silently Bishop’s Charge set the stage for This past Synod had that pray to allow God to intervene Shawn Branch to introduce five familial aspect to it once again, and for us to listen: “Jesus, personal reflections and ex- especially as we considered the Saviour of the world, have mercy amples of Michael Frost’s BELLS missionary aspect of our shared on me.” stages of mission (Blessing, Eat- faith that is utterly vital to our His point that love is central ing, Listening, Learning, Sent). continued well-being, and a key but risky because it can lead to Deadline for news and photos The individuals from the dio- part of or calling to follow Jesus. crucifixion captures for me the for the January edition of the New Brunswick Anglican is Dec. 1. 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t is a very warm evening at The idea was that I was to In coming to that place I felt Diocesan the end of October as I sit imagine myself in the story at peace enough to allow my Council in my office at home writing — as a participant, one of the name to stand. Ithis. disciples, perhaps someone on What has this to do with December 3 The wind from the tail end of the shore watching this unfold, chestnuts roasting on an open PARISH OF a tropical storm is raging outside maybe someone on the boat. fire? It is hard for me to imagine and we have had much needed Placing myself in the story, I Christmas from here in October, MILLIDGEVILLE; rain today. was to imagine the scene — the but as you read this, Advent will Archdeaconry The result of this is that it is things that would be around me: be beginning. of Moncton really hard to imagine chestnuts the good weather as the boat left I suggest that each one of us roasting on an open fire and Jack the shore; the fear that rose up take one of the Christmas stories - Lessons and Frost nipping at my nose, but in the middle of the lake. What from Matthew or Luke (if you Carols when you read this it is likely was I feeling? What did I need? are feeling really brave perhaps that such ideas will be at the Where was I in the story? Where John 1) and read it every day. December 10 front of your mind. Christmas would I feel safe? Imagine yourself in the story. Salisbury & and all its anticipation and dread Over the three days, I went Who are you, where are you, will be heading towards us like a insight in order to try and hear more deeply into the passage, what do you see and feel? Havelock Mac truck. from God. time and again imagining being Ask God to show you the (All Saints) - Ignatius Loyola was the After about six weeks, I then in the boat, the disciples around amazing truth of the Incarna- Lessons and founder of the Jesuits. Pope went to the Villa Madonna for a me, Jesus talking to them and tion, God with us in Jesus, as Francis is the first Pope from three-day directed silent retreat. then going to sleep. you meditate upon his word. Carols; that Order. Both of these men During those days I was As my spiritual director and * Parishes of will have practised the Ignatian asked to dwell in the story of Je- I worked through this process Central Kings spiritual exercises. sus in the boat with his disciples day after day, I came to know the When I was discerning when a storm came up on the minute detail of every scene. and Upham whether or not to allow my Sea of Galilee. Things about my life and my name to stand in the 2014 As we know, Jesus remained relationship were revealed to December 16 episcopal election, I deliberately asleep in the midst of the winds me. Ultimately I came to realize Saint John spent several weeks working and the waves until his friends that I wanted to be in the back of with a spiritual director using roused him and he commanded the boat with Jesus, lying next to David Edwards is Community these established methods of everything to be still. him at peace. Diocesan Bishop of Fredericton. Carol Service (Trinity) December 24 Parish of Stewardship conference and a book review Musquash;

s I wrote last month, I spent the first few days Rural Congregations” which sum up most of our dio- Christ Church of October at a conference organized by our cese. One of the presenters was the Rev. Lisa Vaughan Cathedral National Church Office,W ‘ ith our Thanks who is the Parish Vitality Coordinator for our sister Aand Praise Stewardship Gathering’. Diocese of Nova Scotia and Prince Edward Island. December 25 I had the opportunity of meeting with Anglicans Despite the differences in our settings from large Christ Church from all the dioceses east of Manitoba in an idyllic urban parishes to small rural parishes, we all face setting on the banks of the Saint Lawrence River in much the same issues. Some of the ideas presented Cathedral Chateauguay. made me think that there are ways of working The setting was conducive to meditation on the smarter, not harder, that we can follow. I will explore January 1 Michael Briggs beauty of this country and how thankful we should these with the stewardship team and diocese in the Christ Church all be for the peace and stability we enjoy compared next few months. Cathedral with other parts of this world. If our music columnist can do a film review, then While at Chateauguay I had the opportunity to I see no problem with my writing a book review. * Confirmation meet and talk with over 50 people from different While at the conference I was given a book written by situations in the church. We worshipped and prayed Justin Welby, Archbishop of Canterbury, that was his together, met and talked about our challenges not only personal Lenten reflection in 2017. It tied in to the in stewardship but in other aspects of Christian life. theme of the conference. Bishop David and the Over the three days I listened to the presenters on It was a very interesting read and made me think Diocesan Spiritual a number of topics with a stewardship theme. It all deeply on stewardship. The title is Dethroning Mam- Development Team are came down to trusting that God has a path for us, mon: Making Money Serve Grace. It’s a quick read at recommending Bishop difficult though it might seem at times. first, but by rereading it, the subject starts to resonate Bill Hockin’s new book The topics were varied and I had to choose two and can alter the way we think about the power of “Reflections on the of four workshops on the second day so I was in one money, or lack thereof, in our lives. Lord’s Prayer” for the called “I Intend” which started in one Ontario parish As this will be published at the beginning of De- and has been followed by a few more. The material cember I would like to wish you all a joyous Advent 2018 diocesan Lenten was interesting and may be of use to some or all of journey and Christmas as we celebrate the birth of study. our parishes. our Lord and Saviour. The second was “Being Missional for Small and Michael Briggs is the diocesan stewardship officer. The book includes five chapters, each with a reflection and group WHEN YOU ... listen with all your heart • honour your elders • encourage young people to take over the church often and study questions. Bill’s loudly • choose good over evil • welcome the stranger • write the government about the issues that matter • invite a book will be published co-worker to church • help your dad do housework • get messy with your Sunday school kids • say “Thank you Lord” early in the new year. and mean it • Tweet your blessings one by one • introduce your grandchildren to nature • read and share God’s Details to follow on how word • ...THEN YOU ARE LIVING THE MARKS OF MISSION www.anglican.ca/marks to purchase. 4 / The New Brunswick Anglican decEMber 2017

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Bells continued from page 1 munity.” community — in a community L for LISTEN: Frost, in the of people who want to know other women, to women in the video, discussed the importance Jesus. We read the bible together, community,” said Dawn Mary. of creating space to listen for the eat together. There is a good op- Her ministry is Wellness prompting of the Holy Spirit. portunity for growth,” he said. Women, which brings women Missional people must be in Eric holds up St. Francis of together to hear guest speakers tune with the outside world, yet Assisi as a role model. The saint on topics of interest, and allows remain different from the world, said we have to constantly go them to express themselves and he said. back and forth from the gospel form bonds. “How do you navigate that? to our lives in order to shape us. dorothy shephard photos “It’s fulfilling a purpose in me Listen to the spirit,” he said. “Marinating on the gospels that I can still grow,” she told Listening to the Holy Spirit — it’s changed my life,” he said. Shawn Branch interviews Rob Pitman about his outreach program at synod. “I’m getting to know my has changed her life, said Anna “It motivates you to live a life the Parish of Portland that serves more than 5,000 meals a year. church community, my commu- Caines, the third of five speakers. that’s different. If we follow his Below, Anna Caines recounts her journey of listening to God; the cover nity and it’s growing. After growing up in a Chris- example, it’s going to look dif- of the book by Michael Frost. “Can non-nurses do this? tian family, she became very sick ferent.” Absolutely! Nursing is really just in her 20s. That led to all sorts He said as a musician, he caring about people.” of questions: Does God really could probably quote a few E for EAT: “When sharing owe me anything? Does he owe famous drummers, but not so food and drink at the table, the me my health? An easy life? She much Jesus. conversation flows more freely,” remembered the words of retired “Quoting Jesus? That’s one of said Frost in the video. “It’s a Bishop Bill Hockin concerning the most convicting things I’ve unique missional habit.” three truths: Life is hard, God is heard,” he said. He suggests eating with one good, heaven is sure. S for SENT: The word mis- member of the church, one non- “He doesn’t owe me my sion means to be sent, said Frost Christian and one more person health, and I don’t need my in the video. We mistakenly each week — three of 21 meals health to serve people,” she think that only priests and arch- we usually eat. decided, adding she decided to bishops are sent, he said. Rob Pitman, Threshold start a quiet meditation, “sitting “When you teach, serve… I Ministries’ parish evangelist in God’s love.” want you to see yourself as sent,” and outreach pastor at St. Luke’s “Sick as I was, I knew I could he said. “Realize you’ve already in the Parish of Portland, was do this. But it turns out I wasn’t been sent.” the interviewee. He runs a food very good at it,” she said, blam- Klaudia Ross was the fifth ministry out of St. Luke’s serves ing an overactive mind that just BELLS presenter. She used to be more than 5,000 meals a year. wouldn’t shut off. a cancer researcher, but through St. Luke’s is in a priority But she persisted, setting the calling of the Holy Spirit, Shawn prayed for each of ing hockey, and his approach neighbourhood in Saint John’s aside one hour a day to sit in over time and rather persistently, the five presenters after their is to stop waiting for people to old north end, one of the poor- God’s love, adding she still needs she is now the Parish Outreach interview. choose church, and take God to est in the city. In addition, Saint time to settle down at the begin- Coordinator at St. George’s in them, where they are. John has the highest rate of child ning and focus. Moncton. Hockey Ministries “I decided I’d had enough of poverty in the country. “I praise God for my physical “I was always a Christian, but International the conflict and I was going to “We forge relationships with healing, but he had in mind a this was a more intense calling,” After his charge to Synod use it as a ministry,” he said. people as part of St. Luke’s fam- much bigger healing,” she said. she said. “It took two and a half and the five ELLSB presenters, His first approach to his child’s ily. Even if they don’t worship “I find if I’m not anchoring my- years to actually do it (quit her Bishop David introduced Bruce coach led to a parents’ meeting at St. Luke’s, they are part of St. self in God’s love every day, it’s job). God withdrew me more Smith of Hockey Ministries and from there, 13 yes responses Luke’s,” said Rob. “And some not long until I’m flailing.” and more away from what I was International. Bruce’s invitation to Bruce’s question ‘do you want a come because they are lonely. Quiet meditation might not doing. He was filling my mind to Diocesan Synod came about chapel service at the rink?’ They have the means to support be the right style for everyone. with scripture, with the Holy after a question put repeatedly to Now he speaks to many Mari- themselves but they’re looking She knows a jogger who wor- Spirit. In the end it wasn’t that the bishop in various forms as he time hockey leagues, includ- for a place to call home.” ships and prays during the run. frightening.” travelled around the diocese in ing the Quebec Major Junior Volunteers used to stay in the “You have to start with de- A month later she began her the past year: what are you going Hockey League. kitchen, but they’ve learned that sire,” she said. new position. Her job is to follow to do about Sunday morning Very recently, he spoke to a the real mission is with the din- L for LEARN: “It’s amazing up with every person baptized hockey? Maritime junior team saying, ers, and they continue to nurture how little people know about at the church in the last 10 years. He asked what they wanted “I’m not here to jam [the gospel] the St. Luke’s family with an Jesus,” said Frost in the video. “If She goes to their last known ad- him to do about it, and one of down your throats, but would open and accepting welcome. you’re reading the gospels over dress, church newsletter in hand. the responses was, ‘You need to you like to take 15 minutes of Long ago, said Rob, a man and over, you’ll be continually Sometimes she meets new people write to the premier and tell him your life to come and check it came in during a church service shaped by Jesus.” at the address, which is an op- to ban it.’ out? asking for money. He was He suggested finding at least portunity to connect. “That might have worked in “I go down the hall and 19 quickly sent on his way. Much one time a week solely for im- She talked about knocking on Archbishop O’Neill’s time, but it of 21 guys come down the hall has changed at St. Luke’s since mersing yourself in the example doors and the fear of rejection. won’t work now,” the bishop told for chapel,” he said. “Everything then. of Jesus — reading aloud, using “They cannot go through life Diocesan Synod. you read about that age group Just recently, a sex trade study materials and entering without knowing about Jesus. Bruce Smith works exten- (17-19), that they have no inter- worker attended church, dressed into the story. From that learn- If we’re not nurtured, helped to sively with hockey leagues in est in the bible or the gospel, it’s in leather pants and a tank top, ing, you can then insert the learn about him, we might never the Maritimes, offering chapel wrong.” pumping her fist to the Christian words, experiences and teach- get to know him, so the fear of services in arenas. He recalls the QMJHL presi- music, “and no one batted an ings of Jesus into conversations. knocking on doors is less than “Jesus saw the crowds as dent being shocked when Bruce eye,” he said. Eric Sample was the next that,” she said. sheep without a shepherd, a told him that 56 of his players “We went from a suit and guest. He and his wife, Nicole, After listening to God, her life harassed and helpless people and had requested a French-English tie kind of place to jeans and are house parents at the Bishop’s is completely different. had compassion on them,” said bible. t-shirt,” he said. “It’s more like Court community, overseeing “I feel that everything in my Bruce. “How do we connect with “He couldn’t believe it. He we changed for them than they and mentoring several young life has led me to this point. All these people?” kept repeating it over and over,” changed for us. The church that people. of my skills are slowly coming in There has always been a said Bruce. “It’s a work of God. sought to bless the community is “We have a really cool op- to place. It’s extremely fulfilling. conflict between Sunday morn- now being blessed by the com- portunity to be immersed in It’s worth all the risk.” ing church and Sunday morn- Bells continued on page 6 decEMber 2017 decEMber 2017 The New Brunswick Anglican / 5

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Synod continued from page 1 its congregations study the book during Easter; and d) After Easter, the Arch- cy. He told those gathered that deacon, Cleric, and Lay member he appreciated the feedback on of Diocesan Council report back the online Safe Church training to council at each meeting on and would be making changes. the missional actions taken by Charge to Synod parishes or groups of parishes in Dean of Fredericton Geof- their Greater Chapter. frey Hall officiated at Morning • Two motions dealt with Prayer, and then Bishop David receiving diocesan reports from began his much-anticipated various people and groups. Di- charge to synod. ocesan Synod also accepted the Based on Matthew 22:35-40, election reports that will form a the bishop began by speaking new Diocesan Council. The new about love. He cited the Tina members list appears on page 6. Turner hit called “What’s love • Omnibus Constitutional and got to do with it.” Canonical Amendments (Mo- “The answer from the view tion 2017-01), moved by Sandra point of Jesus is absolutely Craft, seconded by Geoffrey Hall everything. Being a follower of that the Constitution of the Di- Jesus is pretty simple: we are to ocesan Synod of Fredericton and love God through him and love Canons One, Five, Six and Seven our neighbours, period. be amended as presented. “For God so loved the world, • Canon Three Amendments not God so loved the church,” he (Implementing Recommenda- reminded those gathered. tions of the Episcopal Elections

He went on to talk about the dorothy shephard photo Taskforce) (Motion 2017-02), status of the diocese and the moved by Sandra Craft, second- somewhat inadequate measuring Bishop David Edwards delivers his charge at the 136th Diocesan Synod on Nov. 4. ed by Geoffrey Hall that Canon sticks we have to gauge parish Three be amended as presented. and diocesan health. Both laity and clergy passed “In total we have 72 par- on for a very long time. those we seek to serve, rather should travel as a diocese. Why? the motion, with one nay vote ishes and the cathedral. The two “The question I have is will than expecting them to adapt to So that all the families of the recorded from the laity. measures we have are giving and we exist or will we thrive? Will u s .” earth shall be blessed.” • Canon Two Amendments average attendance,” he said, Jesus be glorified? Will we love? The point, he said, is not to The bishop’s charge was read (Timing of election of delegates adding the following statistics If we, as part of the church in get hung up on packing a church by many clerics on Sunday. The to the Provincial and General are from the past five years. this province, are to show Jesus, building, but to be the Body of video of the charge is on the di- Synods) (Motion 2017-03), Twenty-six have grown to be Jesus in our communities, Christ in our communities. ocesan website (anglican.nb.ca). moved by Sandra Craft, sec- numerically, with 11 showing then we have to be willing to be “This leads in a direction The entire charge can be read at onded by Geoffrey Hall that s.12 double digit percentage growth. engaged with others in new and which is very risky for us. We this link, and you can ask your of Canon Two be amended as Eight have remained numeri- costly ways.” will be looking outwards rather synod delegate for their impres- presented. cally stable. Fifty parishes have With that he referred to his than inwards. We will not be sions as well: http://anglican. The motion was passed with shown growth in average giving, November column in the New concentrating on what is good nb.ca/synod/sessions/2017/17_ at least two nay votes from both of which 23 are in double per- Brunswick Anglican about for us but what is the best for bishops_charge_to_synod.pdf laity and clergy. centage digits. lighthouses and rafts, a scenario others. Motions passed • Motion 2017-07 Mediation “Often I hear people telling he learned at the Vital Church “We will be making a differ- Several motions were passed Support in New Brunswick Fam- me that things are going from Maritimes conference in Nova ence in the communities where during the afternoon session. ily Courts, moved by Thomas bad to worse. I am not suggest- Scotia this fall. In the past, we live with the intention of • Motion 2017-09 – A Mis- Nisbett, seconded by Kathy Page ing that we are out of the woods churches were seen as light- seeing people enter into commu- sional People, moved by David that the Diocesan Synod urge by any means, but there are signs houses for the lost. Nowadays, nion with God through Jesus the Peer, seconded by Coralie Losier the Government of New Bruns- of hope,” he said. though, people might not even Son. If this is to happen, we have that: wick to: Apart from the statistics understand the function of a to turn to one of the basic pillars a) The Diocesan Synod Introduce a system of Me- above, there are other meth- lighthouse. Nor will people often of our faith, prayer.” recommend to the Greater diation Support for all cases ods to measure success, one of come to the lighthouse of their To illustrate, Bishop David Chapters that their January/Feb- proceeding through the New them being the ways in which own accord. led the gathering in a simple, ruary meeting agenda include Brunswick Court of Queen’s congregations and individuals “The situation we have now repetitive prayer: “Jesus, Saviour the video series based on the Bench - Family Division that are engaged in God’s mission, is rather like people floating on of the world, have mercy on us.” book Surprise The World: The cannot be resolved with a single he said, alluding to the BELLS rafts across the ocean. There are That simple prayer creates an Five Habits of Highly Missional hearing; presentation that would come small groups and large groups. opportunity for God to inter- People by Michael Frost; b) Give judges in the Court of later in the day. People may even live on several vene and for us to listen for his b) The Archdeacon, Lay Queen’s Bench - Family Division The good news of some rafts, swimming between them voice, he said, adding we have to and Cleric members of Dioc- the option, through legislation, positive statistics and stories of at different times. Each of these listen and be willing to change esan Council from each Greater of requiring parties to par- mission, though, aren’t enough rafts has a culture: one may be and take risk — or we risk losing Chapter work together to pro- ticipate in a Mediation Program to cement a successful future for work, the other the gym, many what we have. vided leadership for this meeting prior to any Court hearing; and, the diocese. different things. The bishop acknowledged and encourage and support the c) Establish a cadre of trained, “If we only look to things “The task of the church is to that mission will look different clergy, parish lay and substitute volunteer professionals to like structures, buildings — the swim out to the rafts and join in different parishes, but he be- synod members and wardens provide Mediation Services to markers that have helped us to the people there,” he said. “We lieves that risk — large or small to enable parishes or groups of parties journeying through the feel secure in the past — we will need to learn from them what is — is the key to our future. He parishes to engage with the book Family Court system. ultimately be lost. important for them and look to asked that synod members take during Easter; • Motion 2017-08 - Protec- “Please do not think that I see where God is already work- the BELLS lessons back to their c) Each Parish Corpora- tion of Religious Freedom, am saying that we will not exist. ing. parishes and share them there. tion’s cleric, wardens, delegates moved by Shirley Noseworthy, I think that in some form or “It means that the ways in “As your Bishop, I believe and substitutes to synod work another we as a diocese can go which we do mission adapt to this is the direction in which we together to have their parish and Synod continued on page 6 6 / The New Brunswick Anglican decEMber 2017

d i o c e s a n s y n o d 1 Diocesan Council membership

Archdeaconry Lay Clergy Chatham Siobhan Laskey, Parish of Derby The Rev. Ted Quann, Parish of & Blackville Chatham Fredericton Sandra Craft, Parish of New The Rev. Christian Persaud, Par- Maryland ishes of Cambridge & Waterbor- ough and Gagetown Kingston & the Kennebecasis Robert Taylor, Parish of Rothesay The Rev. Tom Stradwick, Parish of Sussex Moncton Cheryl Young, Parish of Salisbury The Rev. Chris Hayes & Havelock Saint John Coralie Losier, Parish of St. Mark The Rev. Canon David Barrett St. Andrews Susan Jack, Parish of Lancaster See Note Woodstock Kathy Asch, Parish of Woodstock The Rev. Roderick Black, Parish of Richmond

Note: No cleric was elected at the Greater Chapter meeting, so responsibility for filling the vacancy falls to Diocesan Council. Note also that Diocesan Council’s entire membership includes others as well the newly elected, whose names appear above.

2 1. Lionel Hayter 2. Klaudia Ross 3. Bruce Smith 4. Dawn Mary Baker 5. Lunch at Diocesan Synod was also a time for fellowship.

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3 Synod continued from page 5 the many interesting stories of seconded by Bob LeBlanc that the speakers, and prayed for the the Diocesan Synod write the diocese. federal Minister of Justice, Chair Response to the charge of the Standing Committee on Lionel Hayter, Parish of St. Justice and Human Rights, and Andrews, gave the response to the Chair of the Standing Senate the bishop’s charge. Committee on Legal & Consti- “The book chosen for today’s tutional Affairs to express the program is brilliant,” he said. Synod’s opposition to the pro- “It goes hand-in-hand with the posed repeal of section 176 of bishop’s charge. the Criminal Code, which spe- “We must expand upon our cially protects faith leaders and strength of rituals to propel faith communities from violence ourselves into the world. We as and disturbance in worship. Anglicans, as Christians, have • Notice of Motion the opportunity to do something The Rev. Dan McMullen pre- great. Let’s keep our eyes on Members will take the mission to their parishes sented his intent to move a mo- Jesus.” Bells continued from page 4 boathouse all work. the other five presenters; and tion at the next diocesan synod. Lionel prayed for action and “Be a little bit bold and a motion that the diocese will He proposes that the upper-age encouragement in the mission I’ve discovered we can go into simply extend an invitation,” to become a missional people, definition of a youth delegate be to come. arenas.” he said. “I’ve discovered when starting with each parish study- lowered from 35 to 25. The offering collected at On the flip side, I“ ’ve been you extend an invitation, stand ing Frost’s work during the Guest remarks Diocesan Synod amounted to thrown out. I’ve been told to clear back!” Easter season. The Rev. Richard Bowley, of $1,786.80 and will be used to off, but I’ve discovered there are At the end of the presenta- After Easter, the archdeacon, the United Church, spoke for support the construction of the lot of people out there, harassed tion, Bishop David prayed for cleric and lay member of Dioc- the ecumenical guests, calling library at Bishop McAllister Col- and helpless sheep without a Bruce and the hockey ministry. esan Council will report back to the day’s experience a powerful lege in Uganda. shepherd. Then they’re asked to Synod delegates left with the council on the missional actions one, beginning with the bishop’s The 136th Diocesan Synod come to chapel at a rink.” book; practical tips to become taken by their parishes or groups charge. was adjourned and the Rev. Paul It doesn’t have to be a rink, more missional; inspiration of parishes in their Greater “Thank you for making a Ranson officiated at Evening he said. A gym, a soccer field, a from Bruce Smith’s story and Chapter. space for us, for praying for folks prayer to close the day. so readily,” he said. He noted decEMber 2017 decEMber 2017 The New Brunswick Anglican / 7

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Bishop David Edwards, centre, read the examination of Archbishop Cutler, lower right. At back, from left: Percy Coffin, Mary Irwin-Gibson, Bruce Meyers, John Watton and Arthur Peters.

Bishops of the Ecclesiastical Province of Canada, from left: Mary Irwin-Gibson (Bishop of Montreal), John Watton (Bishop of Central Newfoundland), Bruce Meyers (Bishop of Quebec), Ron Cutler (Archbishop of Nova Scotia and Newfoundland), David Edwards (Bishop of Fredericton), Arthur Peters (Archbishop of Nova Scotia and Prince Edward Island -Ret’d), Percy Coffin (Archbishop of Western Newfoundland and outgoing Metropolitan). Missing from photo is Geoff Peddle (Bishop of Eastern Newfoundland & Labrador).

LEFT: Percy Coffin delivers the homily. ABOVE: Ron Cutler and David Edwards sing during the service. Paul Sherwood photos RIGHT: David Edwards presents Ron Cutler with the Metropolitan Cross. Ron Cutler installed as Metropolitan By Paul Sherwood John Watton (Bishop of Central Bishop David Edwards read The event was a family affair · Fredericton Newfoundland). the examination of Archbishop for Archbishop Cutler as his · Nova Scotia and Prince There was a full house of bishops The service took place the Cutler and presented him with mother, Rita, wife, Mariann and Edward Island at the installation service for evening of Nov. 1 on All Saints the Metropolitan Cross at the daughter, Victoria watched from · Western Newfoundland Archbishop Ron Cutler as Met- Day at the Cathedral Church of conclusion. the front pew during the service. · Central Newfoundland ropolitan for the Ecclesiastical All Saints. Bishops, priests and all as- The Ecclesiastical Province · Eastern Newfoundland Province of Canada. The homilist for the service, sembled expressed their joy by of Canada was founded in 1860 and Labrador In attendance were Mary the Most Rev. Percy Coffin, clapping as Metropolitan Arch- and is one of four provinces in The provinces of the Anglican Irwin-Gibson (Bishop of Mon- preached on blessings, Beati- bishop Cutler was presented to the Anglican Church of Canada. Church of Canada are headed treal), Bruce Meyers (Bishop tudes and forgiveness. the congregation. The province covers the for- by a Metropolitan from among of Quebec), David Edwards He remarked that, after his At the conclusion of the in- mer, historic territory of Lower the provinces’ diocesan bishops (Bishop of Fredericton), Arthur resignation as outgoing Metro- stallation, Maureen Yeats, cathe- Canada, the Maritimes and by members of the Provincial Peters (Archbishop of Nova politan, he will miss the instal- dral sacristan, presented a stole Newfoundland and Labrador. Synod. Scotia and Prince Edward Island lation of bishops; but he will not as a gift from the cathedral to There are seven dioceses in The bishop then becomes -Ret’d), Percy Coffin (Archbish- miss the preparations required Archbishop Cutler. The stole is the province: Archbishop of his or her diocese op of Western Newfoundland to chair meetings for the Prov- cross-stitched with the crest for · Montreal and Metropolitan of the Prov- and outgoing Metropolitan) and ince of Canada. the Metropolitan Archbishop. · Quebec ince. 8 / The New Brunswick Anglican decEMber 2017

m i s s i o n t o s e a f a r e r s Mission to Seafarers holds annual conference

Primate installs new We worked closely during those years. He’s marvellous — regional director very attentive to the needs.” of Canada At the Oct. 16 service, Eric asked for prayer for Maggie in her new role. “When it comes to ships By Gisele McKnight and ship things, Maggie is the go-to person for all of Canada,” If you’re fortunate enough to he said. “We’re all standing live near the ocean, you’ll often with her tonight and pray for see large ships passing by — on this new ministry.” their way to the next port, or Primate Hiltz offered a perhaps heading home. prayer for seafarers worldwide, Did you ever wonder about asking God for safe journeys the people who work onboard and calm seas. — the seafarers? The Anglican The Rev. Heather MacEach- Church has, in the form of a ern, a deacon from the Halifax ministry called the Mission area, gave the homily. to Seafarers that is now more “After a particularly arduous than 160 years old. day, the call comes and you’re It’s a vast international needed for just one more group with headquarters in thing. You can’t put it off ‘til London, UK, but there are tomorrow and so you must go,” local missions in 200 ports in she said. “Often they are the 50 countries around the world. most rewarding times.” Each one is there to help make She quoted Luke, chapter 4: the life of seafarers in port a mcknight photos “He has sent me to proclaim little easier. freedom for the prisoners and “Piracy, shipwreck, aban- recovery of sight for the blind, donment and separation from to release the oppressed.” loved ones are just a few of the “I would suggest that para- problems merchant seafarers graph is your job description,” face. she said. “Around the world, the Mis- Speaking of the installation sion to Seafarers provides help ceremony, she said, “Maggie is and support to the 1.5 million taking on a huge task. I have men and women who face no doubt she’ll do a wonder- danger every day to keep our ful job. After all, she has God global economy afloat,” says in her corner. She needs your missiontoseafarers.org . support and encouragement In Saint John and Halifax, because her vineyard just got a as in many other ports, staff, whole lot bigger.” chaplains and volunteers offer Primate Hiltz used the oc- friendship, spiritual support, casion to recognize the Rev. Ed ship visits, drop-in centres, help Swayze of Thunder Bay for his in emergencies and advocacy organizational work over the for health and labour issues. years with the mission. “We try to visit as many Ed is chaplain to the mis- ships as possible,” said the Rev. sion in the Port of Thunder Maggie Whittingham-Lamont, Bay, the incumbent in the Par- chaplain in Halifax. “We go on ish of St. Stephen the Martyr, board and talk to the guys. Are the staff officer to the Royal they fed, paid? Do they need TOP: The Rev. Maggie Whittingham-Lamont was installed as regional director for Canada of the Canadian Navy Command medical or dental?” Mission to Seafarers. The Most Rev Fred Hiltz, primate, presided over the ceremony. Hiltz is the Chaplain and a Royal Cana- Maggie, the widow of a liaison bishop to the mission, a throw-back to his days serving in Nova Scotia. dian Navy lieutenant com- seafarer, has lived it both ways, mander (Reserves). and has devoted many years to BOTTOM: The Rev. Eric Phinney, the Rev. Ed Swayze and the Most Rev. Fred Hiltz sing during the Maggie’s role in Halifax will the mission, so much so that service of installation. still include hands-on ministry she’s developed a few skills that at the port, but about one- come in handy. third of her time will be spent “There’s less of a language in her new role. barrier after 26 years,” she said. board. future endeavours. Hiltz was in the diocese, That includes promoting “Even listening to them in The Rev. Rob Salloum of the During a service at St. not in his role as primate, but and growing the mission in their own language, I can usu- Westside Anglican Mission sits James the Less on Oct. 16, the because he is the acting liaison Canada and meeting with the ally figure out what they need.” on the Saint John board. Most Rev. Fred Hiltz, Pri- bishop to the mission, a post worldwide regional directors The Diocese of Fredericton From Oct. 15-19, about 20 mate, installed Maggie as the he has held since 2014. who manage the mission in has two priests involved in the people from the Mission to regional director for Canada. “The Primate has a long his- Europe, Asia, Oceania, the mission. The Rev. Eric Phin- Seafarers Canada met at Villa It’s a post she’s held since May, tory with the Mission to Sea- U.S., Africa and Australia. ney, Parish of Renforth, is the Madonna in Rothesay for its but the installation made it farers,” said Maggie. “He was To learn more about the chaplain of the Saint John mis- annual conference, discussing official. She remains the station on my board for many years Mission to Seafarers, visit sion and sits on the Canadian policy and making plans for chaplain in Halifax. when he was bishop in Halifax. www.missiontoseafarers.org . decEMber 2017 decEMber 2017 The New Brunswick Anglican / 9

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by Gisele McKnight

There is no civic number on COMMUNITY TREASURE the door, but the best guess is that Treasures Charity Shop shop blesses a vi is located at 46 Front Street harity llage w on Gagetown’s waterfront. Its an c ith i neighbours are a gallery on glic ts p one side, and a pub called The An rof Old Boot on the other. n its The historic, double-fronted A building once housed two sisters, one on each side. It has been a craft store and a taxi- dermist’s shop. But for the past five years, it’s been home to an eclectic mix of items, donated by residents and for sale to residents — and visitors. This authentic, old-school, cash-only shop, selling cloth- ing, jewellery, household goods, toys, books and odds and ends, was born out of necessity. “We needed some funds for the hall,” said Dona King, one of three women in the Parish of Gagetown who came up with the idea of a shop in a vil- lage that draws more than its share of tourists each summer. “It really wasn’t a seriously thought-out strategy. We just thought, ‘Wouldn’t it be fun if…’” she said. The parish hall at St. John’s needed painting. It got painted alright, and much more got done. The rug got cleaned, and they purchased new tables, chairs and a CD player. They planted flower bulbs, hosted a mcknight photos Above, customer Debbie Little and two-day retreat led by Bishop At top is Dona King, one of three shop volunteer Dona King chat about Bill Hockin, donated to the lo- women in the Parish of Gagetown who the possible purchase of a scarf. cal school’s breakfast program conceived of Treasures five years ago. and assisted with VBS. Debbie Little and Dona King at the cash register. By popular demand, they reopened the little shop for the following tourist season. And so it’s been since 2012, a fixture Gagetown is known as a centre Some of those profits have said Dona. ing coat, the price was more in the village. for artisans, they avoid selling been spent on 135th anniver- They had a weather-proof than flexible. “I think it’s a wonderful New Brunswick crafts, not sary celebrations at St. John’s; box built, set it up in the vil- ‘Jackets are $5, so how shop,” said resident Debbie wanting to be in competition the local Royal Canadian lage and stocked it with books, about $8 for a winter coat?’ Little, who says she pops in at with their neighbours. Legion; continuing support of with the operating instructions asked Dona. ‘Make it $10,’ was least once a week. “We jokingly Puzzles are a big seller the school breakfast program of ‘take a book, leave a book.’ Debbie’s reply. call it the Great Village Swap.” for boaters who tie up at the and the church’s VBS; the local Sue McGibbon, along with While Treasures began as an Donated items don’t end up nearby village wharf. And recreation council, fire depart- Dona and Pat Stewart, is one of Anglican initiative, it’s gone far in the landfill, and people get Treasures makes sure it has ment and heritage board; and the original three. beyond, with both volunteers bargain prices on things they low priced toys for its youngest families at Christmas. They “It’s been very successful, and grateful recipients from want or need, she said. customers. What isn’t sold is purchased nativity-themed but then it got to be so much the entire village. “We all have each other’s found a new home. Christmas books for children fun giving money to so many “I like to think of it as an stuff, and we think it’s hilari- Treasures surely fulfills and gave them out at a village things,” she said. outreach,” said Dona. ous!” she said. the 5th Mark of Mission — To event. That generosity also extends Treasures planned to be “My friend said to me one strive to safeguard the integrity They also provided the food both to and from their cus- open on the weekend of day, ‘My, that’s a pretty blouse of creation and sustain and for a community barbecue tomers. Sue recalls a mom and Nov. 25 and 26 for the an- you’re wearing.’ I said, ‘Why, renew the life of the earth — after an ecumenical service last three boys looking at skates, nual Christmas In The Village was it yours?’” said Dona. and there’s a positive impact summer, and recently donated priced at $3 a pair. Despite the event. It’s a popular weekend Dona and the other 20 vol- on the community with the $600 to an Anglican fundrais- boys’ pleas, the mother said that features festive activities unteers are constantly amazed store profits. ing initiative for refugees in she couldn’t afford it. and Christmas shopping. Vil- at what comes into the store. A board of seven people nearby Fredericton. And they “It’s only $3,” Sue told the lage stores, including Trea- “People give us lovely decides what to do with the hired a local craftsman to build woman. “‘$3 each? she asked. sures, have open hours from things,” she said. “We’ve had proceeds. a new communion table for St. No, $3 for the three.’” 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. both days. pretty near everything. I don’t “It’s informal,” said Dona. John’s. Almost all of the profits “It’s a feel-good store,” said Treasures invites everyone think we’ve had a chainsaw, “Someone has an idea and remain in the village. Sue. to visit the store on the banks but just about everything else!” mentions it. It’s yea or nay, but “One of the things we did Likewise, when Debbie of the St. John River next sum- Because the Village of mostly yea.” last year was a ‘little library,’” found a good winter dog-walk- mer. 10 / The New Brunswick Anglican decEMber 2017

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Parish events

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St. George’s Anglican Church in Bathurst held its third annual food drive for the Volunteer Centre Food Bank on Thanksgiving weekend. The non- perishable food was collected in two wheelbarrows at the front of the church during the Thanksgiving service on Sunday and on Monday morning a food Members of St. Margaret’s Church in Fredericton took the ABC Food Safety chain was formed passing the food hand-to-hand to reach the Volunteer Course on Oct. 14. Here they are receiving their certificates. The group included Centre. Shown gathered around the food table are, from left to right, Michel Kevin Dean, Cynthia Noble, Bob Boucher, Cathy Lutes, Krista Dean, Peggy Godin, Hazel Carroll, Ken Knowles, Ester Good, Myrna Good-Hollett, Boucher, Carolyn Pellow and Nancy Robinson. Helen Brown was absent. To Wesley Miller, Wanetta Walls, Norma Coombs, Dawn Branch, Rev. Sandy receive your free training and certificate, call the Health Protection Branch MacPherson, Sharon Guignard, Craig Nickum and Pat Guignard. (Public Health inspectors) at 506-453-2830.

Open house day at the Beersville Volunteer Fire Department featured fun for the children and demonstrations by fire fighters. At right, kids enjoyed the operating (albeit small) fire engine, dress-up and a bouncy castle made into a burning house (with a harmless smoke substitute). The lesson was on how to exit a burning house. The Rev.

Chris Ketch, (far left) Parish bruce glencross photos of Kent, is a member of the fire department and is seen here during a demonstration.

A NOTE FROM SAFE HARBOUR HOUSE A NOTE FROM THE FAMILY OF ARCHBISHOP HAROLD LEE NUTTER TO Safe Harbour House has been opened for just over six months now and we have had youth living in the home every night since THE DIOCESE OF FREDERICTON we opened. It has been a very busy time as we have imple- We are so grateful to everyone involved in Harold’s mented a new approach and have been continuing to train staff and add new pieces to the program. Requiem Eucharist. We are so proud of the man who We deliver a transitional housing program for homeless was a priest, bishop and archbishop. To our family he youth, led by a registered social worker but we also have a full- was a loving husband, father and grandfather. time career counsellor on site and a full-time outreach worker For many of you he will be remembered as an who supports youth when they leave the home. exceptional mentor and teacher, and a good friend. Over the last several months we have supported youth as In the communion of love between heaven and earth they completed high school, found employment, addressed issues of addiction, rebuilt family relationships, moved into sup- may he intercede for us all. portive housing and prepared applications for post-secondary Harold, may you rest in peace and rise in glory, education. and forever feel the joy of “flying with the angels.” Thank you very much for your support, both financial and otherwise, it is making a significant difference. The Nutter family: Edith, Patricia (Paul Gervais), John Sharpe, CEO, Partners For Youth Inc. and Bruce Nutter; Timothy and Christopher Hunsley decEMber 2017 decEMber 2017 The New Brunswick Anglican / 11

A p p l e p i e w e e k

1 How to make 2,700 pies in seven easy steps.

mcknight photos 2 1. Chopping and peeling, with Carol Sue Nielsen and Chris Smissaert. 3 2. Making pastry, with Kathy Sinstadt and Sandra Ferris. 3. The spice girls add the sugar and spice to the apples: Marilyn Thompson and Sheila Christensen and Kristell Unick (unseen). 4. Rolling out the pastry and filling the pie tins: Clark Wilcox and Heather Storey.

4 5. Crimping the pastry takes a whole crew, each with her own style: Pat Lawson, Doreen Copage, Fran Purdue, 5 Anne MacMullin and Erma Price. 6. Bagging the pies for sale, with Gladys Stephens and her helper, Isaac Ranson. 7. Selling pies: Dale Morgan buys pies from Sharyn Nicholls and Barb Hart.

WHO: St. John the 6 Evangelist, Parish of Douglas & Nashwaaksis, Fredericton

WHAT: Annual pie mak- ing fundraiser 7

WHEN: Oct. 23-27

HOW: Approximately 75 volunteers a day, working one or two of three daily shifts — morning, afternoon and evening. 12 / The New Brunswick Anglican decEMber 2017

P a r i s h n e w s

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TOP LEFT: Women of the Parish of Fundy and the Lakes held their annual Koinonia Day of Reflection Oct. 24 at Threshold Ministries. The guest speaker was diocesan communications officer Gisele McKnight, who spoke on the importance of finding your voice as a woman, and on communication in the diocese.

TOP RIGHT: A warm reception awaited the Rev. Wendy Amos- Binks at the Celebration of New Ministry Service for her on Sunday, Oct. 29. She’s holding a gift given her by her new parish, St. James in Moncton. Welcome back from all of us, Wendy!

LEFT: Warden Pat Carr has a talent for innovation and used it to recycle an old sign from his business into a new sign for St. Mary’s in Hillsborough. His beautiful sign compliments the old style of the church, saved the church money and has freed up funds for outreach and other projects. The parish is very proud of both the sign and Pat Carr, and thanks John Whitmore for his help in the project.

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The Parish of Upper Kennebecasis once again held its annual pumpkin carving party, this time at the Belleisle Creek Hall on Sunday, Oct 29. Young and young at heart got messy, enjoyed morning snacks, and moved and danced to spiritual music, with guitar and drums provided by T.J. Trenzek-Jeall and Nat Fetter, assisted by the Rev. Dan McMullen.

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Planning underway for ONE conference This upcoming May 11-12, and author. 2018, Moncton Coliseum will The ONE conference will host the ONE conference. not just be for youth but for This is an interdenomina- leaders as well. Leaders will tional youth event that com- have workshops and training bines the Baptist Springforth throughout the weekend. and the Wesleyan Rally in the Registration will open Jan. Valley youth events which have 2 with early bird prices of $75. happened in New Brunswick a Regular prices begin Feb. 17 at week apart for about 10 years. $80 and after April 21 the price They decided to join forces, increases to $90. See www.one- invite other denominations con.ca for more information. and combine them into one The YIG team is encourag- youth event on a much larger ing parishes and youth leaders scale. to consider the ONE confer- Keynote speakers include ence for 2018. We believe this Jason Ballard from Youth Al- will be a fantastic weekend for pha, Danielle Strickland who all and it will include not just serves with the Salvation Army our youth but all youth in our Jason smith photo and focuses on social justice, province who are there for one and Clayton King, evangelist reason, Jesus Christ. and world-renowned speaker Contact the YIG team if you Trunk or Treat success! are interested and we can work together to make an Anglican impression. yigfton at gmail. The Church of the Resurrection’s CLAY team hosted a fundraiser Trunk or Treat during com the afternoon of Sunday, Oct. 29. This was the first time the town of Grand Bay-Westfield had a Trunk or Treat and the first for the Rez Church. There were 20 beautifully decorated trunks and between 150-200 kids trunk or treating. A free-will offering was taken up and a small bake sale brought in over $350 for the Rez’s CLAY team. There were prizes for best trunk and three draws for kid participants. The participants had a blast and look forward to next year!

effect she had achieved. Life lesson The class lined up and began throwing darts. Some Upcoming events in December A young lady named of the students threw their Sally related an experience darts with such force that Saturday, Dec. 2, 11:30 a.m.-1:30 Mission (WAM) is hosting a fundraising ham she had in a seminary class their targets were ripping p.m. Annual Christmas Tea at the Kingston dinner with guest speaker Bishop David Ed- taught by Dr. Smith. apart. Sally looked forward Parish Hall. Admission is $8. wards. Tickets are $20 per plate Dr. Smith was known for to her turn, but was filled More information: 506-763- and can be purchased through his elaborate object lessons. with disappointment when 3183 or parishofkingston at Rev. Rob Salloum or Jennifer One particular day, Sally Dr. Smith, because of time gmail.com Ramsay Salloum. All proceeds walked into the seminary limits, asked the students to will go towards outreach within and knew they were in for return to their seats. Sunday, Dec. 3, 4 p.m. the community. Tickets: 506- a fun day. On the wall was As Sally sat down, think- Annual Advent Archdeaconry 214-6954, Facebook page (@ a big target and on a nearby ing about how angry she was Service of Lessons & Carols at WestsideAnglicanMission), or table were many darts. because she didn’t have a St. George’s Church in Monc- in the “contact us” section of the Dr. Smith told the stu- chance to throw any darts at ton, featuring a choir made website www.Hiswestsidestory. dents to draw a picture of her target, Dr. Smith began up of choristers from parishes ca someone they disliked or removing the targets from throughout the archdeaconry, someone who had made the wall. Underneath was a conducted by Carolyn Keirst- Saturday, Dec. 9 The An- them angry in the past. Then picture of Jesus. ead. glican Parish of Newcastle-Nel- he would allow them to A complete hush fell over Interested choristers are asked to attend son-Hardwick will hold a Canada 150 turkey throw darts at the person’s the room as each student practice at 10 a.m. at St George on Nov. 18, dinner with dessert at the St. Andrew’s Hall picture. viewed the mangled picture Nov. 25 and Dec. 2. with presold tickets only. Take-outs from 3-4 Sally’s friend drew a pic- of Jesus; holes and jagged p.m. and dinner from 4-6 p.m. Get your tickets ture of a girl who had stolen marks covered His face and Monday, Dec. 4, 12:15 p.m. Advent Series early: 622-7614. her boyfriend. Another His eyes were pierced. with Bishop Bill Hockin and Dr. Barry Craig friend drew a picture of his Dr. Smith said only these entitled A Christmas Reset — Finding the DNA Monday, Dec. 11, 12:15 p.m. Advent Series little brother. words: “I assure you, when of the Holiday Season. Talks take place at the with Bishop Bill Hockin and Dr. Barry Craig Sally drew a picture of you did it to one of the least Crowne Plaza, Queen Street, Fredericton. This entitled A Christmas Reset — Finding the DNA a former friend, putting of these my brothers and week’s talk is called Reading the “Maji Diaries.” of the Holiday Season. Talks take place at the a great deal of detail into sisters, you were doing it to Crowne Plaza, Queen Street, Fredericton. This her drawing, even drawing me!” (Matthew 25:40) Saturday, Dec. 9, 5 p.m. In support of the week’s talk is called God and the “Generous pimples on the face. Sally Reprinted from work of its mission, the Westside Anglican Gene.” was pleased at the overall MikeysFunnies.com 14 / The New Brunswick Anglican decEMber 2017

c o m m e n t a r y Antihistamines and prayer

A ministry to grieving pet owners

By Terence Chandra the unconditional support, protection and love that a lab ’ve never been a pet lover. could offer his human sib- For one thing, like ev- lings.” ery other member of my And, true to Maggie’s pre- Ibirth family, I have a pen- dictions, Kramer was indeed a chant for neatness and order source of immense comfort to and couldn’t abide a dog, for his “human siblings” (that is, example, gnawing away at my Maggie’s sons). For the entire

loafers or shedding hair all duration of Kramer’s life he morguefile.com over my furniture. would sleep on the same bed More pertinently, though, as the oldest son — a warm, is an allergy to pet dander — furry friend to guard and com- The Rev. Terence Chandra has found that a short service of remembrance can bring about tremendous an allergy severe enough to fort him during his difficult healing for grieving pet owners. make living with a dog or cat passage through adolescence. an experience of unmitigated When both boys finally suffering. grew up and left the home, In fact, when I was in tradi- Kramer remained, filling an Punctuating her message chance to talk — to share their Could we hold some kind of a tional parish ministry, I would otherwise empty nest with with several awkward apolo- favourite memories of their get-together? prep myself for visits with his loyal canine presence. No gies, she hesitatingly asked me animal friends. Based on my We haven’t arrived at any pet-owning parishioners by wonder, then, that Maggie was if I knew of any priests who observations, grief is rarely lo- definitive plans yet. In the taking enough antihistamines devastated when Kramer died. performed memorial services calized entirely around the lost meantime, I want my readers to kill an ordinary man (and For her, the grief is still very for animals. Although, at that pet. Rather, this specific grief to know that I’m still available even then I got itchy eyes and real. time, I hadn’t done a single is linked to a larger, matrix of to meet with families griev- the sniffles). “I feel such physical pain,” one, I did say that my wife and grief — the loss of a sibling or ing a lost animal friend and Be that as it may, I un- she continues in her Facebook I would be willing to offer our parent; of homes or pregnan- would be more than willing to derstand the genuine bond post. “I feel like the best part of help if she liked. cies; of marriages or careers. facilitate some kind of memo- that can potentially develop me has left. I cannot stand the For whatever reason, she To bring such loss out into rial service. between, say, a man and his silence… I don’t want to ever never took me up on that offer. the open — to expose it to the However, if you still have beloved Alaskan Husky — a forget how much I love that However, in the years that have light of day and the hope of living pets in your house, companion who, unlike his dog. I don’t want to be without passed since then, I have had resurrection — can bring tre- you’re going to have to let me human friends, is endlessly him and he’s gone.” occasion to do a couple of pet mendous healing. Of course, know well in advance. It usu- forgiving, limitlessly affec- Over the course of my 12 memorial services. I’ll end the “service” with a ally takes about an hour for the tionate and a good deal less years as an ordained priest, I For the most part, I keep prayer of some sort, often in- allergy medication to kick in. judgemental. can offer several more exam- it simple. I sit with the family viting the family — especially I also understand how the ples: The grown man from one in their back porch or living the children — to take part. The Rev. Terence Chandra loss this beloved husky — of my country parishes who room, a framed picture of the This past week, I enjoyed a and his wife, the Rev. Jasmine whether by accident, old-age sobbed like a little boy after his animal nearby, perhaps sitting long chat with my neighbour, Chandra, run the Central Saint or disease — could be devas- mentally unstable neighbour, on a coffee table or mantle next Maggie, about how we can John Community Ministry. tating to that owner, yielding for some inexplicable reason, to a lit candle. reach out to folks in our neigh- Reprinted with permission from a level of grief comparable to shot his German shepherd I’ll do a brief reading from bourhood, struggling with penniesandsparrows.org, the the loss of a human friend or when it wandered too close to the scriptures — perhaps the the grief of pet-loss. Could we blog of the Central Saint John family member. In fact, over his property. story of Adam meeting God’s have an online support group? Community Ministry. the course of my ministry, I’ve Or the middle-aged woman newly created menagerie of seen such grief on a number of who — after having endured beasts, naming them one-by- occasions. one loss after another — finally one and taking responsibility Take Maggie, one of my lost her cat, a blow which sent for their care. south-end neighbours, for her spiralling into a grief that Or, I’ll do a reading from Become a volunteer example. For many years, Mag- lasted for weeks. the New Testament: the gie was “mum” to Kramer— a Needless to say, there are a Apostle Paul writing in his reading mentor Labrador retriever so named lot of people out there who are letter to the Romans about “the All it takes is 2 hours/ week because, in her words, he in grief over the loss of a pet. groaning of all creation.” for 10 weeks. Next, I offer a brief reflec- “busted through the doors Indeed, you yourself might be Register Now! the same way Kramer does on one of them. And where there tion on these readings. For Seinfeld.” is genuine human need, I be- the most part, I avoid drawing elfnb.com Kramer came into Maggie’s lieve that there is opportunity definitive conclusions about 1.855.898.2533 care when her now adult sons for church communities like purely speculative issues — the were still children, shortly after my own to help. most common and obvious her husband had left her. Several years ago, a friend being, “Is my dog in heaven Every Thursday “The vet said a lady was giving of mine reached out to me on right now?” 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m. up a black lab and I couldn’t Facebook. As it turns out, her If a little girl takes some Soup’s On St. John’s Parish Hall, dial the phone fast enough,” dog had died — a companion comfort in the fact that Fluffy 58 Broad Rd. Oromocto. Maggie explained in a recent who had kept her and her fam- is in paradise, I’m not going to A variety of homemade post on Facebook. “I said I’d ily company throughout what take that away from her. soups, rolls and desserts take him without even meeting were some of the most difficult Then, and most impor- ~by donation only~ him… I knew the intelligence, years of her life. tantly, I’ll give the family a decEMber 2017 decEMber 2017 The New Brunswick Anglican / 15

m u s i c c o l u m n New music for Advent and Christmas

s has become my habit, studios. I’m looking at two The result in either case is different recordings for that you lose either bright- Athe upcoming Advent/Christ- ness, depth of sound, intimacy mas season. of the voice, or perhaps all of It is becoming harder and these. harder to find music spe- Somehow, though, the choir cifically for Advent. Marketers on this recording soars with know such a project is a hard great power at moments, and sell, and likely not profitable, too catchy. Gloria Angels We other times draws the listener sadly, therefore, putting a stop Have Heard On High is a song in with quiet intensity, but to such work before they even that starts slow, and grows as every word is clear; every note get going. it moves along. Lead singer on the organ has space. This is This is especially true in the Mark Hall still has some great and Garrett are a beautiful way phons, set in the 15th century a highly recommended record- classical and choral genres. chops, as this song shows. to end the project, with the by an anonymous composer. ing! Here then, are my two picks The reputed C“ asting ballad, Make Room. Unlike so William Byrd is next up, with It is becoming exceedingly for this year. Crowns sound” is not as many other seasonal albums, one of the Sacred Canticle sets, difficult to find physical copies Casting Crowns last re- evident in this project overall, this little collection is a really Vigilate. of music CDs predetermined leased a Christmas album in as keyboardist and vocalist nice addition to the contempo- This arrangement is not not to be a best-seller. Both of 2008 (Peace on Earth). This Megan Garrett is featured on a rary music offered at this time only chronological, but also these recordings are available band has been the darlings of couple of songs. She should, in of year. enables the music on the online via iTunes and Amazon. easy, safe music in the Chris- my opinion, have more time as And now to some musical album to grow in intensity and The Casting Crowns disc may tian pop market for a long lead singer. She has a wonder- “meat!” This year, the Choir of complexity. also be available at the Light- time. ful voice. What Child Is This Blackburn Cathedral, in Eng- Do not fear that you won’t house Bookstore in Frederic- Their new album, rather makes this evident. land, has released a project en- know any of the music on the ton. surprisingly, does not contain The standout song of the titled Natus: Music for Advent, album! Gustav Holst’s incred- Personally, I feel it worth too much of the typical holiday set, Somewhere In Your Silent Christmas, and Epiphany. ible setting of In the Bleak Mid- the effort to track these down, trappings, such as sleigh bells, Night reminds the listener That’s a tall undertaking, to Winter is here, as well as John and I hope this music, and overly bright piano sounds, (as best a song can) what cover music for three seasons Rutter’s Candlelight Carol, fast other favourites are an impor- orchestral bells in the back- Christmas might be like for of the church year on one becoming a favourite of many. tant part of your preparation ground and so on. those who don’t fit the holiday recording (though technically, Dan Wilcock’s arrange- for and celebration of Christ- It’s Finally Christmas is an stereotypes. Epiphany gets only one track, ment of Tomorrow Shall Be My mas this year. EP of six songs, so not a full al- It’s a rather ironic Christmas Of the Father’s Love Begotten at Dancing Day is a bright light May you all be blessed in bum, but it rather grew on me, song, in that this time of year the end of the disc”)! on the disc. The hauntingly this beautiful season. as it is much more intimate, is often oblivious and unsym- This project also features beautiful O Magnum Myste- and challenges the listener to pathetic to hurting people, but music spanning from the 15th rium finds a home here, too. think about Christ’s birth more its true subject deeply cares for century to today, so it has It is worth noting that the than traditional holiday music the broken-hearted (i.e., Psalm length, breadth and width of recording of this choir is as- for its own sake. 34:18). music and topic! tounding. Many recordings are The Rev. Chris Hayes is a The album begins with a The album ends with a The album is a little slow to done in cavernous, reverberant musician as well as a priest song that, thankfully, is not guest vocalist, Matt Maher, get going, as it begins with one cathedrals, or in suffocating, serving in the Parish of overly processed, and not whose harmonies with Hall of four featured “O” Anti- sound dampened recording Salisbury and Havelock.

Retired Bishop Bill Hockin, author of nine books, including his latest on The Lord’s Prayer (with study guide), due out Jan. 1. Favourite book of the Bible – John’s gospel Birthplace – London. Ont. What you love most about God – His compassion and mercy Favourite place on Earth – Chautauqua, NY “May the Blessings of Christmas be with you, Farthest you’ve been from home – Budapest, Hungary May the Christ Child light your way, Favourite meal or dessert – Prime rib; raisin pie May God’s holy angels guide you, Hidden talent – Music And keep you safe each day.” Favourite movie or book – Protestants, by Alec Ryrie Your hobby – Writing This Irish Christmas blessing is our wish to Three things always in your fridge – Eggs, butter and milk you, from Bishop David and staff of the Favourite sports team – Toronto Blue Jays Anglican Diocese of Fredericton. 16 / The New Brunswick Anglican decEMber 2017

o d d s & e n d s

Episcopal

Announcements

The Rev. Canon Albert Snelgrove was appointed Tired of shopping for Christmas interim priest-in-charge in the Parish of New Mary- land, effective Oct. 24. gifts? Tired of receiving gifts you don’t need? The Rev. Canon Keith Osborne was appointed part- time Director of Senior Ministry for the Archdea- conry of Saint John as of October. This new position How about a new way to look at gift-giving? is sponsored by the Parish of Coldbrook-St. Mary. Give a blessing, in the form of a monetary gift to one of many worthy missions and ministries - The appointment of the Rev. Stephen Harnish as in your loved one’s name, priest-in-charge in the Parishes of Andover and Den- or ask them to do the same: mark has been extended to Sept. 30, 2019. • Central Saint John Community Ministry (Terence & The Ven. John Matheson’s appointment as Archdea- Jasmine Chandra) con of St. Andrews has been extended for a further merry • A Foundation For Life three years, to Oct. 13, 2020. • Camp Brookwood christmas • Camp Medley, The Rev. Sandy MacPherson’s appointment as to all our donors. • Jonathan Young Memorial Amphitheatre project at Regional Dean of the Deanery of Chaleur-Miramichi Camp Medley has been extended for a further three years, to Oct. Thank you for a great • Inner City Youth Ministry 13, 2020. 60th anniversary year! • Honduras Mission (Kara & Nelson Mejia) • Bishop McAllister College (Canon Paul Jeffries) Dr. Ken Neilson has resigned from his position as • Diocesan Choir School Diocesan Parish Development Officer, effective Oct. • Safe Harbour House 31. He will continue to do work on a per diem basis • PWRDF for specific projects. • New Brunswick Anglican • Toronto Mission Trip 2018 • The Anglican Foundation • Various bursaries, and other wonderful initiatives

Contact the Anglican Diocese of Fredericton: 506-459-1801; 115 Church St, Fredericton E3B 4C8; or anglican.nb.ca/giving/

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