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A SECTION OF THE ANGLICAN JOURNAL FEBRUARY 2010 SERVING THE DIOCESE OF FREDERICTON Sunday in Kpando, the Ho adventure begins
BY HEATHER MILLER The service was conducted and another parishioner who in both English and Ewe and had died, and one for the con- ur fi rst Sunday in Ghana was easy to follow. Bishop struction of a mission house was spent at St. Pat- Miller gave the sermon and on the church property. Three Orick’s in Kpando. We ar- when it was translated in Ewe times people danced and made rived there 45 minutes late but the congregation laughed a lot their offerings. everyone was waiting patiently, more than we did at the origi- The sharing of the Peace robed and ready to go. Service nal. We wondered about that. was my favourite part of the started at ten to ten with a long The service was very “high service. We all got to go down procession of servers, deacons, church” with much waving into the congregation and priests, two bishops and two of incense, sprinkling of holy shake each person’s hand. What choirs walking in the side door water and kissing the bishop’s a wonderful feeling to look into and on up to the altar. As they ring. We were all formally intro- each face and be welcomed walked bells jingled, the servers duced to the people and Bishop with a smile and a few words. swung incense back and forth Matthias spoke highly of our One person that really touched and the choir sang with mara- relationship with Ho. me was a man that could not cas and drums providing the The collecting of the offering see but whose face wore such accompaniment. It was a won- was probably the most exciting a beautiful greeting that I did drous beginning for our fi rst part of the service. An offering not want to let go of his hand. service in the Diocese of Ho. box was placed in the center of Everywhere we went it was St. Patrick`s is a large build- the aisle in front of the altar the same … warm smiles and ing made of cement blocks Heather Miller is chair of the Companion Diocese Committee and was one and as the drums beat and the welcoming words. We felt very and a metal roof. It is wired for of four representatives of the Diocese of Fredericton to travel to the Diocese choir sang, each person danced special. electricity but there was no of Ho in Ghana, Africa, last fall. Here she poses with a new friend she made up around the box and dropped The service ended around power on this Sunday to turn in her travels. in an offering . It took a special 12:30 and we posed for pictures the ceiling fans so we were in courage to join in and make our outside the church. Bishop for a warm service. Fortunately best of all, near the door. Not also benefi tted from any breeze own way around the box. There Matthias gave us a quick Sharon, Jasmine and I were only did we get to see the choirs that slipped in and the constant were three offerings on this tour of the start of the new seated up front to the left of the perform and keep an eye on all cluck of hens and chicks work- Sunday, the regular one, one in mission house and then we altar, somewhat out of sight and the action around the altar, we ing the grass close by. memory of Father Joseph’s son See ‘We all got up’ on page 2 Construction begins on Medley administration building BY ANA WATTS include everything on the camp Flood — of John F. Flood (1961 wish-list — administration offi ce, Limited) —graciously accepted A completely renewed Camp individual suites for the director, his offer. That means a lot to us Medley will greet young New assistant director, chaplain and and out bottom line.” Brunswick Anglican campers cook, staff lounge, tuck shop and “I’m glad to be working with when they arrive for the 2010 craft room. The new building sits the church again,” says Mr. camping season. The inadequate on the old foundationand uses Flood, whose company built the and dilapidated staff house will the existing service entrances, Church of the Resurrection in be gone and a brand new admin- and its exterior lines fi t in with Grand Bay – Westfi eld as well as istration/staff accommodations the design of the new cabins and the major addition to St. Paul’s building will stand in its place. multi-use building. in Rothesay. He is aware of the The transformed nurse’s hut “It was a challenge, to do it all, importance of careful fi nancial and infi rmary will be bright and especially to get the line,” says stewardship in church projects. beautiful as well as comfortable project manager Alan Drew of The refurbished nurse’s hut and effi cient. Murdock and Boyd. “But the new will have accommodations for Phase three donations gar- building is going to blend with the nurse and a three-bed infi r- nered by Archbishop Claude the new dining hall next door and mary. Completion date for the Miller combined with govern- with the new cabins.” construction is June 1. ment dollars enabled construc- Art Arnburg, a member of “We will eventually stabalize tion of the new administra- the Camp Medley facilities com- and spruce up the old dining hall, tion/accommodation building to mittee and a journeyman electri- but the refurbishment of the CLAUDE MILLER begin in early January. Architect cian, offered to donate his labour main camp buildings will be com- Construction workers began to dismantle the old staff-house in mid-January. Greg Murdock of Murdock and to the project, says Archbishop plete,” says Archbishop Miller. A new administration and staff building that completes the refurbishment of Boyd designed the building to Miller. “Our contractor Tim See ‘We will have a safe’ on page 2 the camp will be ready for the 2010 camping season. Congregational self-assessment fi rst step
BY JIM MORELL seek God’s will through a process parish self-assessment intended new vision and a plan to achieve FOR THE ADMINISTRATION TEAM of self-examination. As a result, to involve and excite every mem- it.” OF DIOCESAN COUNCIL we are coming to grips with ber. He is not describing ‘just Get the our need for transformational What does this really mean another exercise’ or a task to Synod 2009 shone a bright light change — and we call the process and how is it accomplished? be completed. He is describing on the diffi culties and challenges of achieving that deep and long- Our Archbishop Claude Miller a Spirit-led, Bible-based, honest news fi rst faced by our church at the parish lasting change The Nicodemus explains with a sailing analogy. and open discussion aimed at and diocesan levels. Delegates Project. “Like a good ship’s captain, from answering a fundamental ques- confi rmed the messages of two It begins at the parish and time to time we need to re-chart tion: “Are we the church that God at important reports: we are a congregational level. Clergy, our course, and we need to use expects us to be so that, through http://anglican.nb.ca church in decline, our situation wardens and vestries have been God’s compass — not ours. We us, God can fulfi ll his mission?” is very serious and we need to asked to initiate a process of need to ask God to help us set a See Deep and Honest on page 2 2 / THE NEW BRUNSWICK ANGLICAN FEBRUARY 2010
F R O M T H E F R O N T ‘We all got up to swing our hips and shake our bodies’
Continued from page 1 On the way back to Kpando some of the Canada pins and drove through town to Father we stopped at St. Mark’s fl ags we had bought with us. Joseph’s mission house [rec- church, part of St. Patrick’s Immediately we were sur- tory] for more singing and parish, that stood alone on rounded by hands reaching out dancing and refreshments. This a piece of land. Bishop Mat- for whatever we had to offer. was fun! We sat outside under thias explained that the roof It was a complete change from a long tent with open sides. had blown off the church and what we had seen all day and Some of the choir and congre- it had taken 10 years to get it made us realize that there was gation sat across from us, the replaced. There were no doors another side to the people we result was a long strip between or window coverings and the met. These people have so little us. When the drums and church was empty except for a they grab for whatever souve- shakers started and the choir bare table and some old bench- nirs we offer as if they were of began to sing, an older lady led es. St Mark’s has a fairly large great value. Perhaps to them the dancing down one side of congregation but no mission they are. If only we could repay the strip and back. The little house or school buildings, so the kindness and generosity of children joined in following there is much work to be done their hospitality with an im- the adults and were soon lead- in that area. proved life style meeting simple ing the way. The young boys We arrived back at Father basic needs! I am sure that is danced past and wanted us to Joseph’s in time for supper. the desire of everyone who vis- join the action. Finally Bishop These people are so patient its a village in Africa and meets Matthias persuaded us to try Child and mother hens in the Diocese of Ho. and had stayed the whole day such wonderful people. We are and we all got up to swing our to share a meal with us. We so blessed. hips and shake our bodies. project. The lake was beauti- under were heartbreaking but got to try some palm wine. It Later in the afternoon ful and the water seemed very when we met children carrying was little raw and cloudy so we Heather Miller is chair of the Bishop Matthias wanted to clean. Around the lake were huge basins of water from the stuck with the Star beer. Companion Diocese Committee drive us north to see the Volta many shacks where the dis- lake to their homes they were As the day darkened and and was a member of the delega- Lake formed when the Volta placed people from the fl ooding all smiles and very pleased to people started to leave we tion to our Companion Diocese River was dammed for a hydro lived. The conditions they lived have their picture taken. thought we would pass out of Ho in Ghana last November. ‘We will have a safe, effi cient and beautiful camp,’ promises Archbishop Miller
Each year Camp Medley pro- Camp Brookwood has completed Future generations vides a well-rounded camp ex- several of its necessary upgrades, perience for young people from but Camp Medley embarked on a will have fun while throughout New Brunswick and complete renewal of its infra- they grow in faith at beyond. Just over half of the structure. New camper cabins campers who register each year and a large multi-purpose build- refurbished are Anglican. The rest come from ing with an industrial kitchen other denominations. Young have already replaced the former Camp Medley people from inner city neigh- “rustic” dining hall. bourhoods, who might otherwise Continued from page 1 never enjoy a camp experience, Donations to the Camps Capi- are sponsored by the camp and tal Campaign in support of both “We will have a safe, effi cient and many Anglican parishes. diocesan youth camps Medley ANA WATTS beautiful camp where generation The diocese is in the third and Brookwood are still grate- after generation of young people phase of a capital campaign fully received at the Synod Offi ce, Working on Camp Medley construction are Archbishop Miller, architect will continue to come, have fun, on behalf of both of its youth 115 Church Street, Fredericton Gregory Murdock of Murdock • Boyd Architects, contractor Tim Flood of John and grow in their faith.” camps, Medley and Brookwood. E3b 4C8. F. Flood (1961 Limited), and project manager Alan Drew of Murdock • Boyd. A deep and honest process intended to inspire a plan that pleases God
Continued from page 1 Like many small, rural parishes, No matter what tools and pro- When we ask the right ques- gregational commitment to an Several parishes have already this one operates on the strength cesses we choose to help us along tions and answer honestly we exciting and unifying plan that embarked on this revealing self- of its healthy relationships. “We the way, we need to pray often, engage in a deep and honest pleases God. assessment using the ‘10 Marks are getting new members on a reg- remain faithful and, as Bishop process that will inspire a con- of a Healthy Parish’ as developed ular basis as people are welcomed Edward Salmon is wont to say, by the Task Force on Rural and and accepted. Please do not think “speak the truth in love.” Struggling Parishes. “For the we are perfect, we still have our past year we have been thinking challenges, but I am encouraged about what God wants us to be in terms of our future.” and where he wants us to go as That wonderful story should a parish,” says the Rev. Canon encourage us all! www.anglican.nb.ca Keith Osborne of the Parish of There are other useful tools Pennfi eld. “We have used the ‘10 and processes besides the 10 OFFICIAL PUBLICATION OF THE DIOCESE OF FREDERICTON Marks’ in two Bible Study groups Marks available to help par- A SECTION OF THE ANGLICAN JOURNAL and in bulletin inserts with vari- ishes guide their self-examina- ous messages, all geared toward tions, including Natural Church The Most Rev. Claude Miller Bishop and Publisher discipleship and renewal of our Development. This program focus … (We are) teaching our helps congregations assess their Ana Watts Editor people how to do outreach and strengths and weaknesses in DEADLINE how to more effectively live their eight different areas of con- Published 10 times per year. Price of subscription $10.00 faith.” gregational health: worship, for copy and photo This parish continues its fi - spirituality, relationships, small submissions to the Please send news and photo submissions to Ana Watts, 773 Glengarry Place, Fredericton, NB E3B 5Z8 nancial giving to those in need groups, ministry, evangelism, New Brunswick in its own area and its people leadership and structures. (see Phone: 506-459-5358; E-mail: [email protected] also respond fi nancially to par- www.ncdcanada.com) Parishes Anglican is the fi rst ish needs. “I feel truly blessed to looking for outside help can also working day of the Please send subscription renewals and changes of address to: The New Brunswick Anglican be in this parish,” continues Mr. call upon a small team of facilita- month previous to Osborne. “I anticipate more suc- tors available through the Parish c/o Anglican Journal Circulation Dept., 80 Hayden St, Toronto, cess with our efforts. This parish Support and Development Team publication. ON M4Y 3G2 is very open to change and is very of Diocesan Council. Archdea- open minded with no serious con David Edwards of Saint John Printed & mailed by Signal Star Publishing complaints or people standing
T H E B I S H O P ’ S P A G E Good Shepherd model for church leadership
want to begin my short The Christian leader is one who and old dining hall at Camp Med- for those who lead and those article with a couple of follows Christ and inspires oth- ley. Construction has begun and who will lead gives me great Iquestions: What is Christian ers to follow him as well. will be complete in time for the joy and hope, and bodes well for Leadership? And, what does it Recently our diocese took 2010 camping season. the priorities set by our recent- look like? I’m prompted to ask another step in our intentional Our camping ministries are ly launched Nicodemus Project. these questions of leadership program of leadership develop- vital to our understanding of from both a present reality and ment for the present and future Christian formation and leader- a vision for the church of the Church. Your support and ship development for the pres- future. encouragement enabled me to ent and future proclamation of You may have been one of a meet with our architect Greg the Good News of Jesus Christ. large number of Anglicans who Murdock, our project manager God knows we need a reality of attended the Jan. 17 service Alan Drew and our contractor a pastoral presence in a disori- at Christ Church Cathedral Tim Flood to fi nalize the plans ented, confused and frightened during which we installed six and construction schedule for the world where we are incapable Archdeacon Claude Miller is new canons and collated two new administration building and of fi nding our way without a Metropolitain of the Province of new archdeacons. This service the refurbishing of the infi rmary shepherd. Giving thanks to God Canada and Bishop of Fredericton. of thanksgiving was in celebra- tion of leadership. Our Church tradition provides for such opportunities fully understand- ing that church leadership is always modeled by the pattern faithful shepherding in our dio- set by the Good Shepherd. cese and parishes. Both clergy Consistent and faithful and lay folk for the most part, service in the exercise of God’s pastorally exercise Church gifts of leadership at the parish leadership with humility and and diocesan level should edify grace. And for this we give God God’s church and encourage the glory. discipleship to God’s glory. In speaking of the Good There is no fi ner example for Shepherd, it has been said that Christian leadership than our sheep rank among the dumb- Lord Jesus Christ. He declared, est animals on earth. Sheep are “I am the good shepherd. The easily disoriented, confused, good shepherd lays down his frightened, and incapable of life for the sheep.” (John 10:11) fi nding their way back to the It is within this verse that we fold. Stray sheep or lambs are see the perfect description of vulnerable and helpless. But Christian leaders. They are like it or not, when Jesus called the ones who act as shepherds us his sheep, he was saying to the “sheep” in their care. that without a shepherd, we ANA WATTS The church of today, and of are helpless. That is why it is Six new canons (fi ve active, one honourary) were installed by Archbishop Claude Miller at Christ Church Cathedral the future, requires a depth of vitally important to provide in Fredericton on Sunday afternoon, Jan. 17 during a choral evensong. Two archdeacons were also collated. The understanding of Christian an opportunity for those who Ven. Patricia Drummond, formerly Archdeacon of Chatham, became Archdeacon of Fredericton. The Ven. Richard leadership as to be vigilant in follow us to develop as future Steeves was installed as a canon and collated as Archdeacon of Chatham. The Rev. David Staples, retired, was made leadership development. leaders and shepherds. St. Paul an honourary canon. The Rev. Patricia Craig, the Rev. Bruce McKenna, the Rev. Captain Keith Osborne and the I suspect each week, even is helpful when he writes to the Rev. Kevin Stockall were installed as active canons. In the photo above, taken following the service are, left to right, without any services of instal- Corinthians: “Follow my ex- front row: Archdeacon Steeves, Canon Craig, Canon Stockall, Archdeacon Drummond, and the Very Rev. Keith lation, members of our Church ample, as I follow the example Joyce, Dean of Fredericton; back row, Canon Osborne, Canon Mckenna, Archbishop Claude Miller, Canon David experience the blessings of of Christ.” (1 Corinthians 11:1) Staples and Archdeacon Walter Williams, who preached at the service. Theological education discussed at Montreal gathering
ur bishop and I were needs of the Church of the competency might accurately the Faith, Worship and Minis- privileged to attend future. We are an enormously be measured or evaluated. It is try Committee of the General Othe Anglican Church diverse church, functioning in also necessary to take seriously Synod and the House of Bish- of Canada gathering on theo- a large variety of contexts, both the reality that what makes the ops for further development. logical education just outside culturally and demographi- Church is a diversity of gifts At the very least, as a church, Montreal in early January. It cally. Whenever a common and that all gifts necessary we should watch for further was the fi rst national gather- approach to any aspect of for its health cannot realisti- discussion on these topics in ing called to issues of the Christian life is proposed it is cally be represented strongly in various constituencies within education and training of those problematic for some. every member of the ordained, the Church from parish to di- called to priestly ministry. is necessary for the other. There was signifi cant discus- As much as we all keep watch ocesan committees to theologi- About 115 Canadian bishops, Maintenance is necessary to sion about the possibility of for him or her, there is no such cal school. The General Synod heads of recognized Cana- support the Church’s mission. the standards we recognize to thing as the Perfect Priest. in June of this year might be dian theological institutions, More accurately, it is necessary be competencies or learning Another common theme was one of the fi rst instances of and diocesan representatives for our own congregations to outcomes rather than specifi c that of attempting to grasp hearing about what was begun responsible for oversight in the recognize that the reason for academic degrees or offi cial some of the leadership gifts in January. As the baptized discernment and education of the maintenance is the mission. certifi cations. Examples of more easily determined as spiri- membership of the Church, we clergy, and others gathered for Without the second, the fi rst areas of competency included: tual requirements: the need for can prayerfully support and this timely and lively discus- has no purpose. religious heritage, cultural con- humility, understanding of and cooperate with those who lead sion. The conference dealt in large text, personal and spiritual for- the responsible use of power, community and other ministry The Christian Church is fac- part with the question: What are mation, capacity for ministerial work ethic, cultural sensitivity, in the name of the Church. ing enormous change, perhaps the current standards for educa- and public leadership, skills for ability to exercise ministries of As well, we need to be will- even a second reformation. So tion and training of priests and teaching and learning. There presence etc. If academic stan- ing to participate in attempts how do we, as a church and are they serving us well? was unanimous agreement that dards are diffi cult to measure, to become, as a church, more through the preparation and It was informally, although learning is a life-long exercise qualifi cation of these presents focused in our recognition of continuing education of our not unanimously, agreed that and that it is always diffi cult to an even greater challenge. the importance of able and leadership, hope to positively we do in fact have standards determine when someone has We recognized this to be prepared leadership to meet support an Anglican Body and that they are important to reached a minimum standard the beginning of an essential the unique challenges in our of Christ in the midst of this uphold. Some would argue that of preparation for ordained conversation. The purpose of future. transformation to a church of what we are doing now — ex- priestly ministry (or any other the gathering was not so much unknown shape? There was pecting a post graduate educa- for that matter). It is one thing to draw fi nal conclusions but The Ven. Geoffrey Hall is Execu- a loud call for our church to tion, commonly the Master of to name ways in which one to establish some direction for tive Assistant to the Bishop of move from maintenance to Divinity — isn’t working and needs to be competent, and yet the future. The essence of the Fredericton, Secretary of the mission. The problem is, one is unlikely to meet all of the another to suggest how that discussion will be received by Synod and Diocesan Archdeacon. 4 / THE NEW BRUNSWICK ANGLICAN FEBRUARY 2010
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St. Paul’s, Brown’s Yard, restored to original beauty for 125th anniversary
BY LINDA THOMPSON past members of the congrega- doors were trimmed. The beauti- tion received letters and money ful new light fixtures were in- In celebration of the 125th birth- began to come in and by August stalled. We decided to add sconces day of St. Paul’s Church in 31 of last year there was enough to the sidewalls; we sanded the Brown’s Yard, we restored the money to get started. old trim and doors, then stained interior of our church to its 1884 In just a few days volunteers and varnished them. beauty with some added modern removed and packed away the We decided on new wood conveniences. Ceiling tiles, wall church ornaments, put the pews fl oors from the back to the front paneling, institutional white down in the basement, tore up with a runner in the aisle. We light fi xtures and dark fl ooring the carpet, and removed the stained some more, we sanded disappeared; graceful arches, paneling and plaster. We could some more, we varnished some smooth plaster walls, light fi x- see the outside church walls from more and had the church back tures with a golden glow and new inside the church. Wow! together in time for our anniver- The people of St. George’s Church now own the premier pre-Christmas entertainme fl ooring appeared. But beauty is A lectern and Communion table sary and restoration celebration theatre extravaganza. This year’s play was about a cruise with ailing professional en more than skin deep. The build- were set up in the basement along on Sunday, Nov. 22. of errors with lots of dance routines featuring the music of Abba, The Village Peopl ing was very energy ineffi cient so with the pews, and it was trans- The church is transformed, Ressel Bercevaishe, Hans Derouaux, Ken Knowles and Ken Pitre. The show was dir it needed new windows, and the formed into a worship space where we are delighted and grateful to old lath and plaster had to go in Sunday services continued through- all those who donated memorials order to add insulation. out the restoration process. to their loved ones and especially A good idea turned into a huge Within a couple of weeks the to all those volunteered to do the project that needed lots of volun- church had insulation, a vapor work. Thanks as well to all those C H R I S T M A S I N U P H A M teers and even more donations. barrier, electrical improvements who cooked, served coffee, snacks We tackled the job by breaking and staging everywhere. Experts and lunches. Thank you, from the the project into manageable came to do the plastering, when it bottom of our hearts. With God, pieces. We asked for memorial was dry the painting began, wain- all things are possible. donations for windows, light fi x- scoting went up, windows and tures and fl ooring. Current and
S T A I R W A Y T O H E A V E N ? During a Parish of East Saint John supper, sponsored by the vestry of All Saints Church, Archbishop Claude Miller dedicated a safe and attractive new staircase that joins the church to the hall. Financial contributions from the estates of the late Marjorie Goguen of All Saints, and Marion Dunham, a long-time member of St. James Broad Street who attended All Saints after the closing of St. James, were the foundation of the building project. Mrs. Goguen’s husband Leo Goguen designed the stairway and men of the parish volunteered their GRAH The 25 members of both youth groups in the Parish of Upham presented a Christma labour. A plaque honouring the the full church just before Christmas. They received a standing ovation. fi nancial and labour support of the project hangs on the wall at the McFarlane, Dorie Evans, Joanne Coleman: front row are vestry foot of the stairs. Evans, Sylvia Belyea, Leo Goguen, members Blake Palmer, Don Brown In the photo left to right, back Archdeacon David Edwards, and Bill Godfrey, as well as David row; Doug McFarlane, Heather Archbishop Miller, Canon Ed McFarlane. FEBRUARY 2010 THE NEW BRUNSWICK ANGLICAN / 5
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MARGARET LAKING One sermon, two perspectives BY MARGARET LAKING ticide and used on many family Bartimaeus had a vision, and farms, like the one in Lawrence when it came to faith, he knew Last fall, when the people of St. Station where James lived. It and ‘saw’ truth more clearly George’s Church in McAdam was accidentally sprayed in his than those with sight, said Mr. heard the story of Bartimaeus, face and his eyes began to fail. Cross. We fall into the mindset the blind beggar healed by Jesus, One bright, snowy day he was of thinking about individuals they also heard a unique sermon. blinded by the glare and un- with disabilities as unfortunate. ent spot in Bathurst. For the fourth year in a row the parish presented a dinner Their rector, the Rev. Kevin Cross able fi nd his way home until he Many see the disability and not ntertainers. The ship’s crew has to step in so the show can go on. It was a comedy and parishioner James Laking, found his footprints so he could the ability. “We can be blinded le and the 1970 Trammps (Disco Inferno). Left to right above are Murray Sealy, a man who has had vision prob- backtrack. “Shortly thereafter I by our own prejudices. We learn rected by Mary Wolfe. lems since childhood and been went to Montreal for eye surgery, from this story that in God’s totally blind since 1982, preached but came back worse than when kingdom things are not always as together. I left,” said James. they appear to be. The blind man “James has a unique perspec- When he went to school in sees the world as it was meant to tive on today’s reading,” said Mr. McAdam the teacher told his be. The person who is ‘disabled’ A N D R I C H M O N D Cross. “Listen, allow our teacher mother he couldn’t learn because is the one with the faith and Jesus Christ to open your eyes he couldn’t see. His father sent courage to do what needs to be and hearts.” him to the Sir Frederick Fraser done.” In Bible times the blind were School for the blind in Halifax. James recalls that when he condemned to a life of hardship, “Off I went to what amounted to was young he used to think and said Mr. Cross. It was blindness a boarding school, coming home dream about Jesus. “I felt he was that determined their future, not occasionally as money would al- in the house. I felt he came in their interests or talents. The low. I was lonely for family and through the attic — he had light blind were not allowed to freely friends.” hair and wore a blue suit!” He associate with others, so chil- The microphone returned ended the shared sermon with dren had no playmates, nor did to Mr. Cross. “Bartimaeus was Thomas Merton’s Prayer of Dis- they go to school or church. As a courageous man with a faith cernment, which he wrote at a adults they were not permitted strong enough to overcome any very diffi cult and dark period in to work and support themselves. fear of what might happen to his life. James has claimed it as “Because of society’s barriers, him if he called out to Jesus. Oth- one of his own. In the poem Mer- Bartimaeus and others like him ers had no faith in Bartimaeus’ ton laments that he has no idea were condemned to live their potential, but he believed in where he is going and is unsure lives as beggars.” So each day himself. He believed he had the if he is following God’s will. But Bartimaeus sat by the side of the same rights as anyone else and he believes that if the desire to Holy Trinity Church in the Parish of Richmond opened its doors road and begged for kindness. His he trusted that Jesus would see please God is, in fact, pleasing, for the Hartland Library Home Tour in December. Their Advent most precious possession was his him as worthy of love and com- that he hopes that desire focuses wreath, Christmas tree and several crèches, including the one cloak. Not only did it keep him passion.” everything he does. above, were on display. The church interior sparkled with mini- warm, it also caught the coins James continued: “I worked for He ends with: lights and soft organ music played in the background, creating thrown by passers-by who would Cater Plan in Hamilton through a pleasant atmosphere for visitors. The rector, a lay reader and a not come close enough to hand the Canadian National Institute Therefore I will trust You them to him. for the Blind, but became bored vestry member greeted the guests and offered a brief history of the always Then James began to tell so I applied to McMaster Univer- HAM JEFFERIES 1920 structure. A bookmark illustrating a pane of stained glass his story. When he was a child Though I may seem to be lost from the west window was given to each visitor as a memento of the sity and was accepted. I studied as play to during the Second World War, social services and after gradua- And in the shadow of death. occasion. DDT was a wonder chemical. It tion worked for Family Services Photo credit I will not fear, killed the mosquitoes that spread and then for Big Brothers. Even- Cynthia Derksen malaria and lice that transmit- tually came the opportunity to For You are ever with me, ted typhus. After the war it was make the big dollars working for And You will never leave me adopted as an agricultural insec- the federal government.” To make my journey alone. 6 / THE NEW BRUNSWICK ANGLICAN FEBRUARY 2010
C O L U M N S I’m curious, George … What do you think of the ‘prayer controversy’ at UNB?
he editorial in the Sept. from thinking freely. I wonder, and content of the invocation. wondering when prayer ceases 23, 2009 issue of the for example, whether critics Mindful of the fact that in to be prayer. In what sense TBrunswickan (the offi cial would be equally willing to some roles we serve the entire is a generic invocation still student publication at the challenge the wearing of aca- university community, and that authentically prayer? Is tradi- University of New Brunswick) demic vestments or the contin- this community is not spiritu- tion reason enough to continue questioned the role of prayer ued use of Latin in the ceremo- ally monochromatic, we’ve including some sort of prayer in the public graduations and nies, both of which stem from tried very hard to ensure that words in public schools and called on university offi cials to origins in Christian monastic the content and delivery of the ceremonies — or in churches, drop the invocation from future and educational traditions. I also prayer is as inclusive as possi- for that matter? Should we be Encaenia ceremonies. That controversial areas, my answer question the apparently unex- ble of as many as possible. Nev- more concerned with cultivat- editorial, in which the author isn’t necessarily as simple as amined, sequacious assumption ertheless, we realise that in a ing authentic prayer in what argued that UNB is an offi cially the question seems to be. that either atheistic or scientifi c community that includes such the Book of Common Prayer secular institution and reli- It may, perhaps, come as reasoning is ‘faith free.’ I main- a wide spectrum of agnostics, calls our own ‘rule of life’ and gious observances should have a surprise that I fi nd myself tain it is manifestly false. theists, non-theists and athe- in our own faith communities no part in its offi cial public life, agreeing with some of the edi- I have been privileged to ists, even that extensive inclu- rather than being preoccupied generated some debate. torialist’s conclusions, though participate in several Encae- sion cannot extend to everyone. by questions of ritual words in Since I am the Anglican with neither the questionable nia ceremonies over the past We, too, have questioned the public places? chaplain to the university logic presented to support her six years, and I know that this role of prayer in these contexts. community as well as diocesan argument nor that offered sub- has been important to several Being curious, I continue to youth action director, I have sequently by the Free Thinkers students. However, long before mull these questions over and often been asked by students — a group which, as far as I can the current controversy I had don’t pretend to have conclu- The Rev. Dr. George Porter is and staff what my thoughts tell, exists to try to keep anyone a lot of discussions with other sive, fi nal answers. Much of my diocesan Canon for Youth and are on this matter. As in many who does not agree with them chaplains about both the place own discomfort comes from director of youth action. Archives Corner: An extensive mission in Bathurst, 1822 — 1883
ot a great deal is by the mainland. He was able to known about the fi rst read and speak some French and NSt. George’s Church wrote that he had even held ser- in Bathurst, consecrated by vices (by request) for two or three Bishop John Inglis of Nova Sco- Roman Catholic French-speak- tia on August 9, 1836. On Feb. ing families. Unfortunately, Mr. 13, 1822, 33 “Protestant Inhab- Street did not mention whether itants of Saint Peter’s,” (now he conducted the service in Eng- Bathurst) petitioned the Gen- lish or French. eral Assembly for “aid to enable Perhaps it was to impress them to fi nish the proposed upon Bishop Medley the diffi- [Church] building during the cult task of ministering to such ensuing Season.” Noting that a large geographical area that they wished to make provision prompted the rector to take the for a “Clergyman of the Estab- bishop to the farthest point of Present St. George’s, Bathurst — left, interior; lished Church,” the petitioners his mission in August 1861. In above, exterior. Photos by Frank Morehouse. had begun a subscription to any event, when Bishop Medley build a church. Already £120 visited the north shore on his had been subscribed and they triennial visitation, he became In 1872, St. George’s Corpo- the “present dilapidated build- damaged. Cause of the fi re was hoped to get more subscriptions the first Church of England ration bought two lots of land ing is a serious stumbling block uncertain but it was believed the from “new settlers.” Whether bishop to visit the parishes of from Helen Waitt on King Street in the way of church growth in pipes might be at fault. the House of Assembly granted Shippagan and Caraquet. At for a new church. The fi rst St. the Parish.” Finally, in 1881, Mr. Plans were soon made to re- their wishes or not, when New Shippagan, the bishop confi rmed George’s was located on a site Street was able to report that build and a contract was awarded Brunswick’s Lieutenant Gov- 22. The residents’ (even non-An- in what is now St. George’s Old work on the new church was pro- to C. Smith and Sons in early ernor Howard Douglas went glicans) appreciation of Medley’s Cemetery. A year later, the Rev. gressing well and would soon be summer. A new hall and reno- to Bathurst in August 1825, he presence was evident in their McKiel reported: “We are at- complete. The new church, also vated church were re-dedicated visited the new church and was hospitality and the effort they tempting to build a new church called St. George’s, was conse- on August 19, 1934 by Bishop suffi ciently impressed to make made to attend divine services. in Bathurst, certainly not before crated on Sept. 27, 1883. John Richardson. A newspaper a donation to the church war- Some traveled 25 miles by sailboat we need it, and yet it is going In 1884, Street happily wrote: account described the changes: dens. Pews were installed in the or over land to be present. The to be a work of time, affording “After years of waiting and anxi- the altar remained unmoved, new church in 1834 and it was eyes of the revered visitor were ample opportunity for … pa- ety, we could not feel too thank- the choir room and vestry were consecrated two years later. opened to the diffi culties faced by tience and perseverance. So far ful that our Beloved Metropoli- relocated to the rear of the hall, Though the capacity of the Mr. Street in trying to minister to a site has been purchased in the tan [John Medley] was spared in a new pulpit occupied the same first St. George’s is unknown parishioners spread out over the central part of town … and the health and strength to set apart spot, a new baptismal font was it was quite large, for the Rev. two counties. cellar for heating the building to Almighty God a work, which placed “to the left at the rear of C.F. Street’s report noted that Restigouche was separat- has been excavated and walled being assisted by His Lordship’s the church.” The church interior Bishop Medley visited in 1858 ed from the mission with the up. Part of the stone for the ever ready and substantial aid, was completely painted and re- and confirmed 87. Street’s an- consent of the Bishop by 1862, foundation has been delivered … was to the best of our ability decorated. nual return to the Society for though the rector noted that the and there are three contracts for carried out according to a design the Propagation of the Gospel remaining territory still required material in course of fulfi llment. recommended by his correct Sources: (SPG) in 1861 reported regular the missionary to travel over The plans by J. T. C. McKean of views of Church architecture The Rev. J.A. Cooper, “Saint George’s “such cold and exposed places Saint John are the generous gift as consistent with that style of Anglican Church, Bathurst, 1825- congregations of 160 in Bathurst 1950”; and to undertake such long jour- of the Bishop.” building.” and 200 in Clifton. “Bathurst, Convention Centre of the In 1861, Mr. Street noted that neys… that even the strongest Work on the new church pro- He added the congregation North Shore” [1962]; he visited Restigouche (80 miles constitution will give way.” He ceeded slowly, as Mr. McKiel found the church comfortable Diocesan Church Society Reports above Bathurst) fi ve times and requested a grant for a catechist predicted, due to lack of funds. during the winter months be- (Mission of Bathurst), 1857-1883; preached in seven stations. Addi- – but the 1863 report shows no In 1878, the Rev. Henry Street cause of the furnace and that Returns to SPG, 1850s, 1860s; tionally, he visited the Gloucester evidence of help. (McKiel’s successor) wrote that the congregation had increased, The Gloucester Northern Light; Mission (90 miles below Bathurst) In 1866, the Rev. LeBaron McK- the new church is underway probably as a result of all of the March 1 &August 30, 1934 four times and offi ciated at six iel noted that St. George’s would but “stationary for years” and seats being free. stations. Finally, at Miscou and undergo alterations in the summer that completing it would take An afternoon fi re on Sunday, The Archives Corner is pre- Shippagan, there were only and two years later reported a new approximately $2,000. He also Feb. 25, 1934, burned St. George’s pared by Twila Buttimer (twila. eight protestant families but roof had been installed. In 1871 he mentioned that a difference Church hall to the ground and [email protected] or 506-453- the rector believed his visits to said a new church should be built of opinion regarding the new destroyed the rear part of the 4306) and Frank Morehouse them were vital because they at Bathurst so that “the services of location had been resolved and church. Most of the moveable ([email protected] or 506- were otherwise excluded from the sanctuary may be conducted stressed his belief that complet- contents of the church were sal- 459-3637). They welcome your the religious privileges enjoyed with decency and in order.” ing the new church was vital for vaged but the organ was severely comments or suggestions. FEBRUARY 2010 THE NEW BRUNSWICK ANGLICAN / 7 New year, new vision I N T E R C E S S I O N S Ho, Cathedral Deanery, the Very ¶ 8: Parish of Waterford & St. February Rev. Simon K Abler, Dean of Ho, Mark, the Rev. Allen Tapley. The for music in our church ¶ 20: Parish of St. Mary’s (York), the Rt. Rev. Matthias Meduadues- Rev. Canon Lloyd Lake (retired). the Rev. Ian Wetmore. Badohu. Diocese of Yukon, Old ¶ 9: Parish of Westmorland, s I write this article, ¶ 21: PRAY for Province de Crow - St. Luke’s, the Rev. Susan the Rev. Canon Kevin Stockall, during a rather beauti- L’Eglise Anglicane Du Congo, Titterington, the Rev. Deacon priest-in-charge. Diocese of Ho, ful January snowfall, the Most Rev. Henry Kahwa Isin- Marion Schafer, Esau Schafer & Mr Gabriel Agbodo, parochial A goma, Archbishop of the Congo I am reminded that this is a family, and lay ministry team, catechist. rather quiet time in terms of & Bishop of Boga. Archbishop the Most Rev. Terry Buckle and ¶ 10: Parish of Wicklow, Wilmott, new music in the North Ameri- Fred Hiltz, Primate Anglican the Ministry Team, Archbishop Peel & Aberdeen, the Rev. Doug- can market. Many popular Church of Canada. Bishop Or- Terry Buckle, Blanche and fam- las Painter. The Rev. Wilfred musicians and groups have dinary to the Canadian Armed ily. Claude, our Archbishop, Wil- Langmaid. just come off the Christmas Forces, Bishop Peter Coffin. liam, George and Harold, retired ¶ 11: Parish of Woodstock, the break, and are with others on a Diocese of Ho, Worawora Dean- bishops, and their families. Ven. Walter Williams. Diocese winter tour, or preparing new very moving ery, the Rev. Charels A. Tetteh, March of Ho, Mr. Aloysius Genya, paro- offerings for later this year. musical priest-in-charge, the Rt. Rev. ¶ 1: Parish of Stanley, (open in- chial catechist. That makes this a good time moments in Matthias Meduadues-Badohu. cumbency) the Rev. Elaine Ham- ¶ 12: Parish of Andover, the to consider the music that is my life Diocese of Yukon, Dawson City ilton, interim priest-in-charge. Rev. Bonnie LeBlanc, priest-in- offered in our home churches involve no - St. Paul’s, Moosehide - St. Barn- The Rev. Canon David Kierstead charge. each week. Come to think of instruments abas, the Klondike Creeks, the (retired). ¶ 13: Parish of Bathurst, the Rev. it, any time is a good time to at all, but Dempster Highway, the Rev. ¶ 2: Parish of Sussex, the Ven. Roderick Black. do that. feature Dr. Lee Titterington, the Rev. David Barrett. Diocese of Ho, Mr ¶ 14: PRAY for The Church of the Choirs, directors, organ- simple groups of people sing- Deacon Percy Henry, the Ven. Hope Fiebor, parochial catechist. Province of the Indian Ocean, ists, priests, and others are ingtogether. Ken Snider honorary assistant, ¶ 3: Parish of the Tobique, the the Most Rev. Gerald James (Ian) involved in the preparation of Music is a key part of our and Aldene Snider, Mabel Henry, Rev. Amanda Longmoore, priest- Ernest, Archbishop, Province the music that is offered each Anglican identity; it is one of Shirley Pennell, and Betty Da- in-charge. The Rev. Tom Knox of the Indian Ocean & Bishop week in our worship services. our great gifts to the Christian vidson, licensed lay ministers, (retired). of Mauritius. Archbishop Fred Others — musical leaders, church; it is something that the Most Rev. Terry Buckle and ¶ 4: Parish of Upham, the Rev. Hiltz, Primate, Anglican Church instrumentalists, singers, and is vital to our full worship of the ministry team, Archbishop Marian Lucas-Jefferies, priest-in- of Canada. Diocese of Central congregations everywhere God. All this being said, it is Terry Buckle, Blanche and fam- charge. Diocese of Ho, Mr Joseph Newfoundland, Bishop David Tor- — bring that music to life. I also important to remember ily. Claude, our Archbishop, Wil- Dzanka, parochial catechist. raville. Diocese of Ho, Agbozune have heard many a musical that simply because the music liam, George and Harold, retired ¶ 5: Parish of Upper Kennebecasis Deanery, the Rev. Canon George lament over the years, like: situation in your church may bishops, and their families. & Johnston, the Rev. Wally Col- D. Asiamah, Rural Dean, the Rt “Our music at church isn’t like not be what it once was, does ¶ 22: Parish of St. Peter, the Rev. lett, interim priest-in-charge. Rev. Matthias Meduadues-Ba- it used to be. We used to have not for a moment mean that it Dr. Ross Hebb. The Rev. Ellis ¶ 6: Parish of Victoria, the Rev. dohu. Diocese of Yukon, Pattie a big choir, and kids involved. cannot be revitalized. Cho- Jagoe (on leave). Canon Howard Anningson, the Tetlichi, Yukon Apostolate, Bish- But that’s all gone now.” ral music has certainly been ¶ 23: Parish of St. Philip’s, the Rev. Rob Salloum, associate op’s School of Yukon Ministries, Perhaps so, but perhaps not. downsized in the most recent Rev. Kevin Borthwick. Diocese priest. the Most Rev. Terry Buckle and Our church history through- generation, but who says that of Ho, Mrs. Christiana Asamoah, ¶ 7: PRAY for Hong Kong, Sheng the ministry team, Archbishop out the ages features people it may not yet enjoy an “up- parochial catechist. Kung Hui, Hong Kong Island Terry Buckle, Blanche and family. making music with whatever swing”? There are some things ¶ 24: Parish of St. Stephen, the - (Hong Kong) The Most Rev. Claude, our Archbishop, William, was around them at the time. to indicate this might be so, Rev. William Morton. The Rev. Paul Kwong. Archbishop Fred George and Harold, retired bish- Organs and choirs are relative- now or in the future. In some Paul Jeffries, missionary priest Hiltz, primate, Anglican Church ops, and their families. ly recent additions to church places elementary school choirs in Uganda. of Canada. Province of Ontario, ¶ 15: Parish of Bright, (open music making. And besides, are fl ourishing. In others, com- ¶ 25: Parish of Salisbury & Have- Archbishop Colin Johnson and incumbency) the Rev. Canon who says we are always to munity choirs continue to enjoy lock, the Rev. Dick Black. Diocese Provincial Council. Diocese of John Sharpe, interim priest-in- use the picture of the past as strong membership. And in of Ho, Mr. William Agbalenyo, Ho, Kpando Deanery, the Rev. charge, the Rev. Deacon Debra a model for our present? If yet other communities, choral parochial catechist. Canon Joseph K. Bentum, Ru- Edmondson. that were the case, we would events, concerts and services ¶ 26: Parish of Shediac, the Ven. ral Dean, the Rt. Rev. Matthias ¶ 16: Parish of Cambridge & Water- be gathering for worship in remain popular. Richard McConnell. Meduadues-Badohu. Diocese of borough, the Rev. Valerie Hunt & people’s houses, as they did in Our own Christ Church Ca- ¶ 27: Parish of Simonds, the Rev. Ter- Yukon, the Rev. Deacon Sarah the Rev. Karman Hunt, priests-in- the time of the Book of Acts. thedral choir is a good example ence Chandra, priest-in-charge. Usher, diocesan administrative charge. Diocese of Ho, Mr. Godwin They certainly wouldn’t have of these activities. It sings Cho- ¶ 28: PRAY for The Church of offi cer, members of the Diocesan Dumavor, parochial catechist. had beautiful houses of wor- ral Evensong at 4 o’clock the England, the Most Rev. Rowan Executive Committee, the Most ¶ 17: Parish of Campbellton, ship compared to our beautiful fi rst Sunday of every month. Douglas Williams, Archbishop Rev. Terry Buckle and the min- (open incumbency). The Rt. Rev. churches! It is even staring a new treble of Canterbury. Archbishop Fred istry team, Archbishop Terry George C. Lemmon (retired). Pretend you are sitting in choir for young people from Hiltz, Primate, Anglican Church Buckle, Blanche and family. ¶ 18: Parish of Campobello, the your favourite pew in church seven through 15. (This is an of Canada. Diocese of Eastern Claude, our Archbishop, Wil- Rev. Peter Davids, interim priest- and look around you. Do you see unsolicited plug!). Newfoundland and Labrador, liam, George and Harold, retired in-charge. Diocese of Ho, Mr. Dan- people who like to sing? Do you So be encouraged! Music Bishop Cyrus Pitman. Diocese of bishops, and their families. iel K Atikor, parochial catechist. see young people who play instru- has always been a part of us, ments? and always will be! Why couldn’t they be Do your part — sing! People of St. Jude’s wish Canon Kierstead a healthy, happy retirement invited to lead a hymn, or to The Rev. Chris Hayes is a musician as well as sing/play a solo? Some of the the rector of the Parish of Quipamsis. BY AVIS BOOTH
The afternoon sun shone through the beautiful stained glass win- Camp Brookwood Mabel C. Dean dows casting a warm glow over the interior woodwork of St. Counselors Memorial Bursary Jude’s Church, West Saint John, The Board of Camp Brookwood is Applications for the $1,000 bursary as family, friends and colleagues- accepting applications for in support of children of diocesan gathered to honour the Rev. counselors. Four counselors to clergy attending university, college Canon David Kierstead on his cover arts/crafts, nature/outdoors, or other post secondary institutions retirement from the Parish of activities/sports and lifeguarding are are accepted until March 31, 2010 Victoria. required. All staff must have up-to- c/o The Bishop’s Offi ce, Following the service refresh- date standard fi rst aid & CPR. 115 Church St., Fredericton, E3B 4C8 ments and fellowship were en- joyed. In addition to the many Find more information about Brook- Application forms are available from cards and remembrances given wood and a staff application form the offi ce or on-line to Canon Kierstead, church war- on the camp website http://anglican.nb.ca/admin/$assistance/ dens Joe Masson and Evan Smith
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In early January, 15 young people, their leaders and diocesan Youth Action Director George Porter In January, Diocesan Youth Action Director George Porter (centre all converged in Lyttleton near Miramichi for a winter retreat in the rustic log Red Rock Lodge. For back) joined congregations from the parishes of Andover, Grand the young people from the Chatham area and Shediac Cape the retreat was a time of prayer, worship Falls and Denmark for a combined service at Trinity Church in (including an Agape dinner and an instructed Eucharist), teaching, sharing and periods of extended Andover. Young people from the various congregations, including silence known as the great silence. For the most part the members of the two groups did not know one The Shining Lights group from Plaster Rock, provided special music another before attending the retreat, but they quickly got acquainted, generated lots of fun and focused on ministry for the service. Following a pot luck lunch, George met what it means to be a Christian among both friends and non-friends. with youth and youth leaders from the area to talk about youth opportunities in the diocese and to hear what is going on in the parishes, what is not going on, and to hear about some of the hopes and dreams for youth ministry. Those present began to lay plans for H A R D W I C K E C O N F I R M A T I O N coming together for special events in the future.
Puppeters bound for Belize again
The Cathedral Puppeteers When the puppeteers arrive the called on the experience, exper- following week, they will do tise and wisdom of Leith Box, what they do best — daily pup- Jim Morell and Ken Howlett of pet ministry — as well as assist their church community to help in the classroom and fi nish up them prepare spiritually and any work not completed by the practically for their third mis- adult group. sion trip to Belize next month. This is the puppeters’ sec- An adult group from the Ca- ond mission trip to St. Hilda’s. At a confi rmation service in St. John the Evangelist Church in the Parish of Hardwicke last October, thedral will precede them to St. In the photo above puppeteer Bishop Claude Miller confi rmed eight young people. Canon George Porter, Diocesan Youth Action Hilda’s School in San Ignatio to parent Elizabeth Hamilton, left Director red the Gospel and Chris Ketch, youth pastor from the Parish of Chatham was also in attendance. build some much-needed tables and Brad McKnight right, talk for the school’s lunch program. to Leith Box about the trip. A reception was held in the church hall following the service. In the photo above are, left to right: back row, Archdeacon Richard Steeves, Katie Williston, Marley Kingston, Libby Kingston,Eric Williston and Venita Williston; front row Capt.Rose Steeves, Matthew Kingston, Colin Kingston, Clifford Kingston and Bishop Miller. New Home for Campus Ministry Room 016, C. C. Jones Student Services Centre (formerly Jones House) Anglican Chaplain Canon George Porter for UNBF & STU is on campus Find youth news and Ask & Imagine Register today f or events on-line at nbay.ca an encounter with self, life, most Tuesdays from 9 a.m. until 3 p.m. and other times by appointment leadership and faith for Angli- Hands On e-mail him at