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by Gisele McKnight Fredericton Bishop David Ed- wards, Cate Akagi (representing About 80 people attended a the Passamoquody Nation), and community service of reconcilia- Bob Cheatley, president of St. tion held at All Saints Church in Stephen’s University (SSU). St. Andrews Oct. 1. The An- The service was the culmina- glican Church of Canada’s first tion of a three-day symposium Indigenous bishop, Mark Mac- hosted by SSU called Sacred En- Donald, was the guest preacher. counter: A Symposium Towards The ecumenical service saw Reconciliation. Bishop MacDon- participation from a wide range ald was a facilitator and Bishop

submitted photo of community churches and David attended. The symposium members, including All Saints is a response to some of the Calls the best church ever! parishioner Judith Moses, who to Action from the Truth and is a member of the Delaware Reconciliation Commission, put Nation. in place to address the wrongs of Children at St. Andrews in Petitcodiac were quick to try out the new playground equipment at the The service began with a the residential school system. opening ceremony Sept. 30. From left: Zachery Hamper, Evie Bickford, Alexis Hamper, Nicholas smudging ceremony led by Cate The highlight of the ser- Hamper (kneeling below her), Jackson Stewart, Cameron Gibbs, Connor Stewart and Noah Keith. Akagi of the Passamaquody vice was hearing from Bishop See the story on page 8. Nation. She opened the service MacDonald, who noted he has with prayer honouring the four been the Indigenous bishop for directions. 10 years. Cate, Simone Ritter and “The first three or four years Joyce Mulvihill sang and played were pretty rough,” he said. “Be- guitars, leading the congregation cause nobody showed up when I in several songs with the themes went somewhere. One ordained in St. Andrews of friendship and peace. Two “There would be an an- members of St. Andrews’ clergy, nouncement that Bishop Mark Jane Doull of Wesley United and MacDonald would be speaking, by Gisele McKnight where William the Conquerer struggling’ and where we need Dinesh Gomes of St. Andrews and often, it would be me and “comforts his troops” — except to respond.” Baptist, participated, as did the AV person. I expected that All Saints, in the Parish of St. that the art depicts him poking a Bishop David said priests United Church candidate Emma was the kind of ministry I was Andrews, was the setting for the spear in their behinds. and bishops also have a diaconal Seamone. Peter Mitchell was the going to take part in.” evening ordination of Jim Crigh- “That’s not so comforting,” ministry. organist. He suspects the lack of inter- ton to the diaconate on Oct. 1. said the bishop. “We have this “The church’s function is to To honour and acknowledge est was because people were Bishop David Edwards picture of the Holy Spirit as a exist for those still lost,” he said. Indigenous heritage, Arch- burned out over Indigenous presided, and a good crowd was comforter, but the Holy Spirit “We all here tonight are part of deacon John Matheson noted issues, but something changed on hand for the evening service. also drives. He’s not there merely the diaconal ministry. Each of that All Saints Church sits on along the way. Wardens Jean Stinson and Tony to comfort, but to prod and us must say, ‘what is God calling unceded and unrecognized “It was in Vancouver. I Bastow were Jim’s presenters. pu s h .” me to do — the ministry that is lands of the Passamoquody and expected a few people, but it Peter Mitchell was the organist. He told Jim, “The role of unique to me.’” he gave thanks for allowing the was standing room only. Ever Bishop David preached on the deacon is to represent the Jim worships at All Saints, but church and the gathering. The since then, there have been good Acts 6, the selection of the seven church to the outside world and before that, was a United Church Passamoquody Nation has not turnouts,” he said, noting it has wise and holy men and the role to represent the outside world to minister in southern Ontario been recognized by the federal nothing to do with his reputa- of the Holy Spirit in that deci- the church… to come back into government. tion but with people’s hopes for sion. He noted a work of art the congregation and say ‘this is Gifts were exchanged among depicting the Battle of Hastings what I see — the needs, people Ordination continued on page 4 Bishop MacDonald, Diocese of Bishop continued on page 2 2 / The New Brunswick Anglican NOVEMber 2017

d i o c e s a n s y n o d n e w s Bishop: ‘God didn’t get off the boat with Columbus’

Bishop continued from page 1 with Columbus,” he said. “God was already working here among us before the first contact. He is the future. still working in us. It is our task, “Hope is a necessary thing,” prayerfully, together, to discern he said, “not just in faith, but in God’s living way for our futures. politics as well. We are begin- “We cannot be obscured by ning to have hope that Canada lies of the past or the present. can be a different place.” God has a will and a way for us Bishop MacDonald spoke as a people, as a nation. That is a on what he learned from his worthwhile pursuit.” experience speaking in South Afterwards, Bishop David Africa, one of the first places to spoke briefly, beginning by not- hold a truth and reconciliation ing his very busy schedule of the program. previous month. “Truth and reconciliation is “So when the invitation first and foremost about deter- came [for the symposium], I mining what lies will no longer said, ‘Can I get away with going be tolerated in civil society,” he to the movie and the service?’ said. “Most of us were raised to But Cheryl, my secretary said, believe Canada is a special place ‘No, you need to go to all of it.’ where we didn’t do things like Cheryl was right,” he said. those countries south of us. That “The symposium impacted is a lie we can no longer tolerate me more than anything in a long — that Indigenous people were time,” he said, adding he was left treated fairly.” largely speechless by the experi- Secondly, reconciliation is not ence. about the past, even though the He told the congregation Truth and Reconciliation Com- that he’s known as an extreme mission process was immersed extrovert, “but the people at the in it. symposium must think I’m an mcknight photos “It’s about a shared future — introvert because most of the defining what that future will be, time I didn’t say anything. The ABOVE: Bishop Mark and determining what is just and Holy Spirit was working.” MacDonald spoke at how we can live in justice with After the service, everyone an ecumenical service each other,” he said. gathered for refreshments and of reconciliation in St. “When we can welcome new fellowship in the church. Andrews Oct. 1. people here with open arms and • • • Deadline for news and photos not have to destroy the people BELOW: Simone Ritter, for the December edition of the who were here in order to do EDITOR’S NOTE: In recog- Joyce Mulvihill and Cate New Brunswick Anglican is Nov. 1. that, if you’re willing to grasp nition of Indigenous heritage, Akagi, who is a member Send submissions to gmcknight@ that, then this is an exciting time any parish can acknowledge of the Passamoquoddy diofton.ca for all of us.” that their church sits on tradi- Nation, used their His final point was on the tional Indigenous land. It is a musical talents during gospel relative to Indigenous courtesy and can be done at the the service. society. beginning of a celebration or “God didn’t get off the boat ceremony.

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Going out to the rafts October 29 Parish of Ludlow am writing this at the end community of Christians, with guild, and so on, to be a pres- & Blissfield; of September. It has been a great concern for their local ence there for God. Parish of St. James - a month of busyness with area. We need to be where people’s Celebration of New Imany different things happen- During his presentation Phil hopes and fears intersect with ing. shared an image which has stuck those of God, and to provide Ministry of Wendy Two significant events were with me. The biggest point he ways in which people can con- Amos-Binks juxtaposed to each other during made was this: we have to ensure nect with God when they need the month. The first was the that we do not throw out our to. November 1-2 death of our beloved former traditional ways of being the We will need to equip people Installation of Bishop Harold Nutter. Church, but alongside we have to have the confidence to do Metropolitan He was a New Brunswicker to look for new ways of being this. It is a matter of recognizing Ron Cutler; through and through. Harold the presence of God in our com- that if we are a Christian, we are Provincial House loved our province and played munities. a Christian everywhere — not of Bishops a major role in both the life of He said it is rather like this. just in church. As I reflected upon the life the Church and civic society in Historically the Church has seen November 4 general. relatively small community near itself as a lighthouse warning and ministry of Bishop Nutter The esteem in which he was Liverpool, most famous for its people about the rocks and and the words spoken by Phil, I 136th Diocesan held found expression in the racecourse. shoals of life, a place of safety. realized how profoundly things Synod numbers of people attending his He was to remain in that par- The idea has been that people have changed during the last 50 visitation and funeral. The trib- ish for 20 years, seeing it grow should be drawn to the light- years. November 5 utes to him were warm and per- to seven congregations, with house from all around. In Harold’s day it was obvi- Parish of sonal, as was the man himself. part of the main church building The problem is that today ous that people would come to St. Andrews, 150th The week after the funeral I transforming to include a restau- most people do not see the the lighthouse, and they knew Anniversary attended a three-day conference rant and becoming a community Church this way, if they see it at why. Today we have to set sail to All Saints hosted by the Diocese of Nova hub. all. For those of us inside, it still the rafts on the ocean and learn Scotia called Vital Church. The Phil has clearly become a very plays the role it always has, but again how we can join with God November 12 keynote speaker was Canon Phil respected clergyman in England, others are like people on rafts in his mission. Parish of Bright; out in the ocean not knowing Potter, the Fresh Expressions of though he disappeared from my Parish of Church National Officer in the radar the day I walked out of his what the lighthouse is for, even if Church of England. building all those years ago. they can see it. Rothesay - I had only met him once be- The reason for his being in Therefore the task of the Celebration of fore for about an hour 30 years Truro, N.S. was to share insights Church is to send people out New Ministry of ago when I was a student. he had gained in developing a to the rafts where others are Paul Rideout He was the newly appointed parish, from being in decline, to gathered: the hockey rink, the David Edwards is Vicar of the Parish of Haydock, a becoming a growing and vibrant gym, the Lions Club, the quilting Diocesan Bishop of Fredericton. November 16 Bishop’s Counsel

November 19 * Parish of St. Peter; Parish of Examples of stewardship Saint John, Organ Dedication Matthew 25: 35 - 40 others helped with their talents on building projects 35For I was hungry and you gave me food, I was and so on, while others helped monetarily. November 22-25 thirsty and you gave me something to drink, I was a All of these are examples of using the gifts God 36 Archdeaconry of stranger and you welcomed me, I was naked and you has given us to help others. As Jesus said in Matthew Chatham visit gave me clothing, I was sick and you took care of me, I 25, when we help others we do not know, it is the was in prison and you visited me.’ 37Then the righteous same as if we are helping Jesus. will answer him, ‘Lord, when was it that we saw you Bishop MacAllister College in Uganda was fea- November 26 hungry and gave you food, or thirsty and gave you tured in two presentations at Stewardship Day. One * Parish of Douglas something to drink? 38And when was it that we saw you described having fun while raising funds to help & Nashwaaksis a stranger and welcomed you, or naked and gave you with the construction of the new library. 39 Michael Briggs clothing? And when was it that we saw you sick or The other described the school itself and how December 1-2 in prison and visited you?’ 40And the king will answer parishes and people have helped the expansion over Diocesan Council them, ‘Truly I tell you, just as you did it to one of the the years. Retreat (tentative) least of these who are members of my family, you did it It is a worthwhile endeavour which has a New to me.’ Brunswick connection with the Rev. Canon Paul December 3 Jeffries on staff there. Lessons and have written on different aspects of stewardship in I will soon be attending a stewardship conference Carols at previous columns. September gave me a number in Montreal organized by the National Office. St. George’s, of examples of stewardship in action. Looking at the agenda, there are two workshops I Moncton I At the Diocesan Stewardship Day we heard from a will attend that will add to my knowledge and educa- number of different presenters who shared their sto- tion in this ministry. I will be writing on what I learn ries of stewardship in action, not just in New Bruns- there next month. December 10 wick but in different parts of Canada and also Africa. Michael Briggs is the diocesan stewardship officer. He lives Lessons and In some examples, people put in volunteer hours, in Moncton. Carols, All Saints, Church’s Corner; * Parishes of WHEN YOU ... listen with all your heart • honour your elders • encourage young people to take over the church often and Central Kings and loudly • choose good over evil • welcome the stranger • write the government about the issues that matter • invite a Upham co-worker to church • help your dad do housework • get messy with your Sunday school kids • say “Thank you Lord” introduce your grandchildren to nature and mean it • Tweet your blessings one by one • • read and share God’s * Confirmation word • ...THEN YOU ARE LIVING THE MARKS OF MISSION www.anglican.ca/marks 4 / The New Brunswick Anglican NOVEMber 2017

D i o c e s a n N e w s Switch from United to Anglican Church was gradual but timely

Ordination continued small United Church congrega- the diocese was a good fit. from page 1 tions in the St. Stephen area for “The United Church has been several years. At the same time, very gracious about my move,” and in Charlotte County. he and Archdeacon John Mathe- he said. Jim left the UK in 1968 for a son became friends. All that culminated in his job in Ontario but a few years “We are spiritually and theo- ordination on Oct. 1. later earned an English degree at logically somewhat in tune,” he Jim expects to be work- the University of Western Ontar- said. “And then John said, ‘If you’re ing within the Deanery of St. io. From there it was a ministry available, we could use you.’” Andrews. Currently he minis- calling, and his student ministry The comment was timely, ters in the Parish of Campbello was spent at the Six Nations because Jim was beginning to twice a month and has filled in Reserve in the Brantford area. feel a pull away from the United at Pennfield and St. Stephen on Jim and his family spent 17 Church and its direction. occasion. years in Ottawa where he led a “I felt the United Church was Despite becoming a United church, but there was a pull to kind of leaving me,” he said. “At Church minister, Jim was raised the Maritimes, with frequent va- the same time, I have a sense of in Britain, where everyone was cations here. The lure of afford- calling. I thought if I could be of almost Anglican by default, he able real estate sparked a dream use… said. Every morning at school, to retire here. “I started going to Morning the headmaster read from the In the meantime, “My church Prayer with John — it was just Book of Common Prayer. was going through an amalga- John and me,” he said, add- “I’ve never been that far from mation process. I was 61 or 62 ing the decision to take a big the Anglican Church,” he said. MCKNIGHT PHOTO and I was pretty burned out.” step from one denomination to Jim and his wife, Sheryl, a He retired and they found a another, from one ministry to visual artist, were followed to New deacon, the Rev. Jim Crighton, moments after his ordination at house they liked in St. Andrews, another, was gradual. the Maritimes by two of their All Saints Church in St. Andrews. With him is Bishop David Edwards, moving in 2009. By early 2017, he had met four children. They have four and behind David, the Rev. Canon Keith Osborne, who acted as After settling in, he served with Bishop David and decided grandchildren. chaplain to the the bishop.

Diocese welcomes two new staffers

By Gisele McKnight female counsellor, Leaders-In- ness College and many years of Training director and this past work experience, from Edmon- Last spring, Allyson Caldwell summer, as the Camp On The ton to Petawawa to Fredericton. was unsure of what her future Road director. She grew up on army bases as would hold. Then, she believes, “In those five summers I got her father, newly retired, was in God intervened. to know more about the diocese, the Canadian Armed Forces. On the same day, two job ads to see how things work — to see Nicole also has a diploma in appeared, both half-time, both the vision — from people like early childhood education, but in the right places, and both Colin, Maren and Dan McMul- prefers administrative work. The suiting her interests. She applied len,” she said. “In our diocese, job’s appeal so far is that, “I can for both and got both. we have the opportunity to be work with numbers, do paper- And this week, Allyson began innovative.” work and be part of a team,” she her half-time job as assistant to (Maren McLean Persaud is said. the director of Youth and Inter- the director of Camp Medley Her Christian background generational Ministries. and the Rev. Dan McMullen includes two denominations. “I’ll be working out of Monc- is the missioner / priest in the “I grew up with parents that ton in the eastern part of the Kennebecasis Valley and in the believed in God but didn’t go ABOVE: Allyson province,” she said. “It will be Parish of Upper Kennebecasis.) to church,” she said. “Then in Caldwell, at far in the archdeaconries of Monc- Allyson grew up attending Grade 7, a friend invited me to left, at Camp ton and Chatham, with a few All Saints, Loch Lomond in East go to youth group. I enjoyed it.” Medley; RIGHT: additional things like camping Saint John. With that closed, her When she was 16, the family Nicole Chouinard. ministry.” family now attends St. Mary and moved back to the Fredericton Youth and Intergenera- St. Bartholomew Church in the area and she began attend- tional Ministries director Colin Parish of Coldbrook – St. Mary. ing Oromocto United Baptist MacDonald moved to half-time While she is excited to be Church with her grandfather. several months ago to also work working with the diocese, she She soon became a Christian with Outflow Ministry, which doesn’t rule out eventual further and still attends there. resulted in the half-time position. education, perhaps in teaching But her Roman Catholic roots “Colin and I will be working or social work. are still strong, having been on everything,” she said. • • • baptised as a baby in her father’s Allyson’s other position is at Nicole Chouinard began church. Crandall University, from which work at the Diocesan Synod Of- Nicole said she brings her she graduated in May with a fice Sept. 25 as the financial and skills, experience and love for bachelor of arts in history and administrative assistant, a job God to the job and, “I feel God a youth ministry certificate. formerly held by Ben Bourque. has placed me here. She is the housing don for both It was Ben’s promotion to per- “I like a job where I can residences. sonnel and Safe Church officer contribute, and this job makes Allyson has worked at Camp that led to the opening. me feel like I’m contributing,” Medley the past five summers, as Nicole has a diploma in ad- she said. a counsellor, assistant cook, head ministration from Atlantic Busi- Nicole lives in Oromocto. mcknight photos NOVEMber 2017 The New Brunswick Anglican / 5

A r c h b i s h o p h a r o l d n u t t e r ‘May you fly with the angels’ – Archbishop Nutter laid to rest

By Gisele McKnight

A dignified, fitting tribute to a dignified man is how the funeral of Archbishop Harold Nutter is being described. The Requiem celebrating the life and ministry of Bishop Nutter was held from Christ Church Cathedral Sept. 14 before a large crowd.

mcknight photo Bishop Nutter died in Perth, Ont. Sept. 9 after a period of ill health. He was 93. He served as bishop of the Diocese of Fred- ericton from 1971 to 1989, and as archbishop of the Province of Archbishop Harold Nutter Memories of my bishop Canada from 1980-89. He was the first diocesan bishop to be commentary the circumstances surrounding the Province of New Brunswick. born in New Brunswick. His last words to Christopher, By Christopher Pratt my initial request had changed, For me, the stories are Noted funeral guests included delivered with a wink, were ‘I the bishop assured me that he personal, as I remember the Bishop Robert Harris, Roman really like you.’ n old man sat in an Irish would still make the journey. individual who had a profound Catholic Diocese of Saint John; “I really like you, too. May farm house kitchen, On Jan. 4, 1979, I was ordained, impact on my life. Fredericton Deputy Mayor Kate you rest in peace and fly with ensconced in a chair and the first service I shared with Many people in the cathedral Rogers; and Dr. Gwendolyn Da- the angels,” said Christopher, in Ahe had occupied since mobility my bishop, as a deacon, was my that warm fall day had stories vies, representing the University concluding his remarks. issues had hampered his day-to- father’s funeral. of their own as we collectively of Kings College, Halifax. Many The Rev. Bruce Nutter, the day routine. I was a newly married resident paused to remember experiences clergy who once served in the bishop’s son, read the lesson He viewed his visitor with of the Parish of New Maryland. of decades past. diocese were present, includ- from Revelation 21. Bishop Da- thoughtfulness, and confirmed Plans moved forward and I was I am deeply grateful for the ing former Dean of Fredericton vid Edwards read a letter from the fact that I was not only a dis- ordained a priest on Dec. 14, 1980. hospitality offered by friends Keith Joyce and former rector of Primate Fred Hiltz, who said, tant cousin, but also an Anglican It was a date of priestly and colleagues in ministry in Trinity, Saint John, Christopher “We remember well the dili- priest, from Canada. ordination that I shared with the Diocese of Fredericton as we Pratt. gence and good cheer he had in After a moment’s reflection, my bishop. Every year after that, shared that day in offering our Grandson Christopher Hun- carrying out his duties… We are he mused, “I had another cousin, we spoke, either in person or prayerful and personal support sley described his grandfather grateful for the wisdom and wit years ago, who went to Canada. by phone. It was a personal and to all the members of the Nutter as a simple boy from Welsford that marked his leadership.” He settled in New Brunswick pastoral bond which is indelibly family. who grew to be a proud New Bishop David spoke of fol- and became a bishop…..” etched into my life. When I concluded my minis- Brunswicker, a man of God and lowing Bishop Nutter in two of The dash back to the local ho- These, and many other try as a summer student in 1977, a loving husband and father. his posts, first as rector of Stone tel and the internet connection memories drew me back to living at Crystal Beach on the “To watch him with my Church in Saint John, and sec- available there allowed me to Christ Church Cathedral on Kingston Peninsula, a farmer grandmother was an inspira- ondly as bishop. identify that Bishop W.H. Moor- Sept. 14 to be present for the who carried out a significant tion,” he said. “I am very aware of his head, the individual who had Requiem Eucharist, offered in ministry as a parish lay reader, He loved getting letters, cards reputation as a pastor and as a presided at the priesting of my celebration of the life, work, shaped a Shakespearian farewell and notes from New Brunswick leader,” said Bishop David. own bishop, Archbishop Harold witness and ministry of the Most to match sentiments reflective of and they came quite often, he Bishop Nutter had an early Nutter, was a distant cousin. Reverend Harold L. Nutter. It our faith as followers of Jesus. said. He also loved to laugh. sense of his vocation, diligently As a theological student, in was a personal journey that I As he shook my hand, he His grandsons’ nickname for taking the train from Welsford addition to serving during the was compelled to make. smiled and said, “Forever and their grandfather was Cuckoo, into the city each day to attend summer of 1977 in what was As I watched the clergy forever, farewell. When we meet after a clock they owned. They Saint John High School. He was then the Parish of Westfield, my who gathered at the cathedral, again, why we shall smile….. took great delight in calling to often found in the library study- bishop recognized the personal memories of my ordination to until then, this parting is well “Cuckoo” in public — “Hey, ing Greek, said Bishop David. importance and priority of me the priesthood, the Baptism of made.” Cuckoo! Hi Cuckoo!” Near the end of the service, being able to offer support for my eldest son in that setting and The Reverend Canon Christopher “It thrilled him,” he said. “It bishops George Lemmon, the parish ministry of my father other moments of significance Pratt moved from the Diocese represents the type of man he Claude Miller and Robert Harris in Philadelphia. came flooding back. of Fredericton to the Diocese of was — unpretentious.” offered prayers. My father had been diag- Faces of colleagues who I had Huron in 1988. After serving Christopher told the story of Nutter is survived by his nosed with cancer, and sought to not seen in decades were famil- as a territorial archdeacon and his mother, Patricia, who as a wife of 71 years, Edith (Carew), continue his ministry, as fully as iar. Memories of ministry in diocesan ecumenical officer, child had just gotten new, trendy daughter Patricia (Paul Gervais), possible, for as long as possible. I the Diocese of Fredericton as the he retired from active parish shoes. They got ruined on the son the Rev. Bruce Nutter, and made the request, that if it were first rector of the Parish of New ministry as rector of the Church of first day, but instead of a scold- two grandsons, Timothy and at all viable, could Bishop Nutter Maryland (1980 - 1983) and St. John the Evangelist, Kitchener. ing, she got a new pair from her Christopher Hunsley. travel to Philadelphia, so that rector of Trinity Church and Awarded the Canada 125 Medal father the next day to replace the A large crowd gathered at Ca- my father, who at that time was the Parish of Saint John (1983 - and the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee ruined ones. thedral Memorial Hall after the unable to travel, could present 1988) were shared with individ- Medal for contributions to the “He lived through his chil- service to visit with the family me as a candidate for ordained uals who remembered moments community, Canon Pratt has dren’s happiness every day,” he and reminisce about the bishop ministry, as a deacon. of long ago. recently been appointed as the said. who shepherded the diocese The Bishop agreed. Two days Others will, and have, first provincial chaplain in the He showered that same love through a time of great social prior to his trip, I reached him at reflected on the influence of history of St. John Ambulance in on his two grandsons. and world change. his office at Bishop’s Court. After Archbishop Nutter in the life of the province of Ontario. Canon “He never missed an oppor- The committal was at Christ sharing the news with him that the Diocese of Fredericton, the Pratt and his wife, Carolyn, reside tunity to make my brother and Church, Woodstock, on Friday, my father had just died, and that Anglican Church of Canada and in Waterloo, Ont. me feel special,” he said. Sept. 15. 6 / The New Brunswick Anglican NOVEMber 2017

d i o c e s a n c o u n c i l Diocesan Council meets for last time before Synod

By Gisele McKnight

The final meeting of the current Diocesan Council took place at St. Mark’s in Sussex Corner on Oct. 5. Bishop David Edwards began in the newly renovated wor- ship space with a homily on the wicked tenants in Matthew, chapter 21. “In the context of Jesus’s min- istry as outlined in Matthew, he is reaching out to the lost sheep of Israel — those who can’t or won’t do the right thing,” said the bishop. The challenge to the Jewish mcknight photos authorities was, ‘how are you producing fruit?’ he said. Diocesan Council members, 2015-2017, from left: David Edwards, Pat Drummond, David Peer, Cathy Laskey, David Barrett, Rosemarie “He could have left it there, Kingston, Wandlyn Snelgrove, Coralie Losier, Frank Morehouse, Neville Sloan, Susan Jack, Keith Osborne, Irene Adams, Kathy Asch, Rob but Jesus says the building given Marsh, Geoffrey Hall, Sandra Craft, Gil Carter, Brent Ham, Anne Walling, Chris Hayes, Eddie Quann, Stuart Allan, Bob LeBlanc, David Bell, to them will be taken away from Allen Tapley and Norman McLeod. Missing from photo: Bonnie LeBlanc, Dylan Nicoll, Siobhan Laskey, John Matheson. them. The whole thing will be taken.” There is also a message for us in how we produce fruit for the kingdom. are interested in the trip. where we live out the fact that you are doing something I will in the coming months, she said. “The challenge lies before us Overall, the continuing chal- God loves us like crazy.” connect what you are doing with As well, training geared specifi- in exactly the same way it lay be- lenge is that not all parishes are That introduction set the tone them in some way.” cally to Sunday school teachers fore the chief priests in verse 45 focused on youth and getting for the rest of her report. WAM is in the works. — those elitists, those bishops, them interested has been dif- “Our camping ministry is Chancellor David Bell intro- HR COMMITTEE REPORT those priests. Those who claim ficult. about giving our campers a duced a motion to extend an The Human Resources Com- to be agents of God — what do “There needs to be more chance to hear the story and invitation to the Westside An- mittee has reviewed the cost of we do?” he said. buy-in from parishes, especially meet the one who loves them glican Mission to send their two living and the cost of operating a YIG REPORT those without youth,” said Jason. best,” she said. “We are about identified delegates to the Nov. vehicle and proposed to increase Bishop David welcomed CAMP MEDLEY REPORT telling these kids in a bunch of 4 Diocesan Synod. The motion the diocesan clergy compensa- Allyson Caldwell to Diocesan Camp Medley director Maren ways that they connect with, was passed. tion (as governed by Schedule Council as a guest. She recently McLean Persaud gave a report that Jesus loves them and they PLAYGROUND IN A, Regulation 7-2: Scale of accepted the half-time posi- which dealt with camp ministry. belong. PETITCODIAC Minimum Stipends) by two per tion of assistant to the director She began by teaching “For the camper that was The Rev. Chris Hayes gave cent effective Jan. 1, 2018. The of Youth and Intergenerational members a popular camp song pretty much ignored the first 10 a report on the newly opened motion was passed. Ministries. that had great meaning for the years of his life, that is immense- playground on the lawn of St. PARISH OF THE TOBIQUE Jason Smith, chair of YIG, children. ly powerful, for the campers who Andrew’s church in Petitcodiac. Chancellor David Bell moved gave a report on its mandate, vi- “The reality is 80 to 90 per live in an environment where The playground has become a motion to dissolve the Par- sion and recent activities. cent of campers have no connec- it isn’t safe to ask the questions, a draw, not only for children ish of the Tobique. Further, “Our focus has been on tion to a faith community out- or who don’t have positive role in the neighbourhood, but for he moved that pursuant to the redefining youth ministry,” said side of camp,” she said. “This is models affirming them for who families from other communi- Anglican Church Act, all assets Jason. what makes our ministry so vital they are, that is life changing. ties. The playground recently of the parish corporation be held YIG began that focus by because, and I’ll say this a lot “Our campers …. know held its grand opening. for such Christian mission by holding Youth Matters meetings today probably — we are giving scripture and they are excited by The parish will incorpo- or to the people of the Tobique in 2015. Then during 2016, they them a taste of Christian com- these stories. rate the facility into their own as the bishop shall direct. Both held archdeaconry coffeehouses munity and awakening them to “They know that Anglicans children’s programming, he said. motions were passed. to learn exactly what was going the one who loves them best. love kids, that they are people The sandbox will be used for Bishop David gave some on in each region of the diocese It’s an echo-style of song, with who… sing the best songs and Godly Play, and in the spring, background on the issue, hav- with regard to youth ministry. following lyrics: I am amazing, make the best food. They know they’ll hold playground days ing worked with the parish for Because of poor attendance at I am filled with power, and God that Anglicans start their day with accompanying Bible stories. quite some time. After several some of the seven meetings, the loves me, like crazy. in prayer and end their day in Chris described the play- attempts, while they could elect results were mixed. “We would sing that song, prayer and everything they do is ground as a blessing to the com- a vestry, they could not find For three consecutive years, over and over and over again at because of God’s love,” she said. munity. anyone who would be elected YIG has hosted a Diocesan camp, and we’d go name after Maren cautioned that camp SAFE CHURCH warden of the parish. Further Youth Ministry Conference in name after name,” she said. lasts a week for these kids, and Diocesan treasurer Irene discussions to consider becom- September. “When we’d sing it, we’d all look that one week can’t be their Adams gave a report on Safe ing a mission district were not “This gives practical pro- to the person who we were bless- only point of spiritual develop- Church implementation, which successful because similarly, grams and initiatives to par- ing in that moment…. and kids ment. Parishes can fill that void has meant some tweaking of leadership could not be secured. ishes,” he said. would crave it. Our quiet camp- throughout the year. wording as the program is used “Reluctantly, they moved to YIG sends a team to the ers, our campers who might be “So this is an opportunity for and questions arise. Two mo- dissolve,” said the bishop. “They Canada Youth Workers Confer- more reluctant to participate in the Anglican Church to continue tions, both passed, deal with have requested that we dissolve ence each year, which takes place something at first — they were the good work that you began changes to wording. the parish.” in Moncton in November. They glowing when it was their turn in sponsoring kids to come to “We’ve had a lot of success so At the end of discussion and also supported the Boston mis- to have those words sung to camp,” she said. “I am happy to far,” said Irene. “We’ve had over voting, Bishop David led council sion trip in May this year, and them. partner with parishes who want 500 people trained so far, which in prayer for the people of the will again next year with another “Our campers are craving us to share something with our is twice as many as I thought mission going to Toronto. YIG is that blessing, and craving com- families about opportunities w e’d h av e .” looking for 18-24 year-olds that munity where they belong and or events in their local area, if More training will be set up Council continued on page 7 NOVEMber 2017 NOVEMber 2017 The New Brunswick Anglican / 7

d i o c e s a n c o u n c i l Bill C-51 debated at council

Council continued from page 6

Tobique. PARISH OF SHEDIAC As some may be aware, the Parish of Shediac is in negotia- tions to lease a tract of land it owns for the development of a campground on the Nor- thumberland Strait. As part of the process, an environmental impact assessment was done, Council members share a light moment during the Oct. 5 meeting. From left: David Bell, Norman McLeod, Pat Drummond, Wandlyn Snelgrove, and from that, the province has Stuart Allan, Keith Osborne, Bob LeBlanc and Brent Ham. a request. In Anglican Church Act, while the Parish of Shediac is the owner of the land, the bishop great many residential leases,” Archdeacon Patricia Drum- status the diocese enjoys could and Synod have an interest, said David Bell. “The motion is mond, on behalf of a clergy be put in jeopardy if it chose to Criminal Code of Canada thus requiring approval for the that residential leases of up to member in her archdeaconry, act. Canadian Revenue Agency Obstructing or violence to or EIA from the bishop and synod, 25 years not have to be referred brought up proposed changes rules discourage political calls to arrest of officiating clergyman Diocesan Council. to the property committee and to Bill C-51 which is before action except in certain circum- 176 (1) Every one who “This is not a motion to then the finance committee, but Parliament. The bill proposes stances. (a) by threats or force, un- give approval to a campground that they’re simply approved by to remove some sections of the Bishop David thanked the lawfully obstructs or prevents project. That’s not what this is the secretary of synod. Criminal Code that deal with ob- members of Diocesan Council or endeavours to obstruct or about,” said chancellor Da- “It will lighten the load of struction of clergy and disrupting for their work of the past two prevent a clergyman or min- vid Bell. “This is for Diocesan the property committee, and a service of public worship. years. A new council will be ister from celebrating divine Council to give permission to from the parish’s point of view, While it seems worrisome for in place after Diocesan Synod service or performing any do what has already been done the process with be somewhat the Christian community on the in November. He also thanked other function in connection — to apply for environmental speeded up,” he said. surface, some internet searches parish development officer Ken with his calling... registration.” David Bell cautioned that the among council members found Neilson, who is leaving the dio- (i) assaults or offers any The motion was passed. motion was not about the sale that the purpose is to remove the cese in early November. But he violence to him, Residential land leases in the of land, nor about commercial sections because of redundancy, won’t be completely gone. is guilty of an indictable of- Parish of Shediac also required leases. not any malicious attempt to “He will operate on a per fence and liable to imprison- Diocesan Council’s attention. Bishop David has commented leave religious worship unpro- diem for certain projects,” said ment for a term not exceed- Land for cottages is very expen- that this is a solution for the tected. People could still be the bishop. “I am going to miss ing two years. sive in the Shediac area, and particular circumstances of the charged with assault, mischief the collegiality and his wisdom.” Disturbing religious wor- many people opt to lease land Parish of Shediac and does not and property offences. The next Diocesan Council ship or certain meetings upon which they build a cottage. apply to others. One member cautioned meeting will be determined after (2) Every one who wil- “The Parish of Shediac has a BILL C-51 council that the charitable Diocesan Synod. fully disturbs or interrupts an assemblage of persons met for religious worship or for a moral, social or benevolent purpose is guilty of an offence LEFT: Council member Frank Morehouse dishes up a ham dinner punishable on summary at St. Marks, with Lydia Janes in the background. Lydia was one of conviction. several people from the Parish of Sussex who helped with the meal. (3) Every one who, at or near a meeting referred to BELOW LEFT: The Rev. Chris Hayes speaks on the new playground in subsection (2), wilfully project in his parish. From left: Chris, Anne Walling (hidden), Irene does anything that disturbs Adams, Gil Carter, Rob Marsh. the order or solemnity of the meeting is guilty of an offence BELOW: Members and guests: Ken Neilson, Cheryl Jacobs, Maren punishable on summary McLean Persaud, Colin McDonald, Jason Smith and Allyson Caldwell. conviction. 8 / The New Brunswick Anglican NOVEMber 2017

a r o u n d t h e d i o c e s e Loving the community with a… parish playground?

Excitement was in the air on the local dollar store) was spread crisp morning of Saturday, Sept. out, a ribbon of many colours, 30, as over 100 people came out to match the colours of the tire to witness the opening of the tunnel on the playground. new playground on the front On the count of three, the lawn of St. Andrew’s Church in assembled kids ran through Petitcodiac. the ribbon, obliterating it, and After a bit of playtime, then kept on going, claiming the Chris Hayes, the parish priest, playground for their own (as the gathered everyone together to adults kindly waited their turn). give thanks to the community Afterwards, the barbecue was businesses, organizations and hot, the cake was cut, and the individuals that contributed party was on. to the realization of the play- The playground’s move from ground, and in particular, those concept to opening was funded who worked at organizing the by many: the broader church, project: Meagan and Rodney through the Diocesan grant; Hamper, Becky Stewart, and many community-supported Christine Hayes. fundraisers, such as elementary Many ideas were shared, school dances, craft fairs, auc- adopted, rejected, added to and tioned items, and more. more over many cups of tea. Community organizations, submitted photos This innovative idea was including the local Kiwanis Club borne out of seeing a need and and Lions Club, contributed. Lo- TOP: The barbecue desire for community kids to cal businesses contributed and was a busy place during play together, and for parents individual parishioners helped the celebrations. In the to meet. It is very much in the out. foreground are Connor spirit of the Diocesan Ministry People prayed. People Stewart and Ross fund, which provided $20,000 to worked. A vision was shared, Alexander. help the dream become a reality. thus becoming the structures, Archdeacon Brent Ham of- play sets, tire tunnel, sandbox, RIGHT: Supporters fered his congratulations. swings, and more that stand and planners, from left: “When Chris first told me today. Christine Hayes, Megan that they wanted to build a play- A great big thank you goes to Hamper, Becky Stewart, ground on the front lawn of the everyone who helped make the Ross Alexander (Lions church, I kind of scratched my playground a reality, and who Club in Salisbury), Charlie head a little!” he declared. “But came out to celebrate together. Howatt (Kiwanis Club now, I’m a little bit jealous!” God is good, and we in the par- Petitcodiac), Archdeacon He then offered a wonder- ish hope this playground will Brent Ham, the Rev. Chris ful blessing prayer, praying that be a way to keep speaking that Hayes. through this playground, God truth to many people, in many would bind community and the different ways, for a very long congregation closer than ever. time. An “official opening ribbon” Submitted by the Rev. Chris (a.k.a.: party streamer from the Hayes.

what smyc does to priests!

EDITOR’S NOTE: This was supposed to be the front page photo of the October edition of the New Brunswick Anglican. However, the sudden death of Archbishop Harold Nutter prompted several changes to the content of that paper. The photo, though, is still worth sharing, so we thought we’d publish it this month. Enjoy!

If you have the idea that St. Michael’s Youth Conference is a long, dry week of nothing but Anglican history and theology, think again. The Rev. Canons Kevin Stockall and Allen Tapley, with Bishop David Edwards, show off their silly sides during games at the conference in August. sue careless photo NOVEMber 2017 NOVEMber 2017 The New Brunswick Anglican / 9

Mothers’ Union goes to Barbados MULOA - Mothers’ Union Listening, Observing, Acting

In March 2017, Mothers’ Union Sumner House) and Sheran worldwide trustees and provin- Harper (Mothers’ Union Trustee cial presidents from around the from Guyana). world met in Ireland to discuss Cathy James (external con- how to co-create the vision of sultant) facilitated the four-day Mothers’ Union beyond 2020. workshop, assisted by Kathleen Alice Kennedy (Diocese of Snow, (Diocese of Fredericton) Fredericton, Hampton Branch) Zone B Regional Parenting submitted photos attended this meeting in her role Trainer and Facilitator. as Canadian Mothers’ Union The delegation from Canada ABOVE: Canadian delegation, provincial president. included Alice Kennedy, pro- from left: Megan Torfe, Ginny There was unanimous agree- vincial president; Lilian Ketch, McEwen, Joanne Ham, Gael Page, ment to roll this process out to national conference co-ordi- Bev Julien (chief executive, MU all worldwide members; a series nator; Joanne Ham, Diocese of Worldwide), Alice Kennedy, of regional/zone meetings was Fredericton president; Ginny Kathleen Snow, Mary Stone, consequently planned to reach McEwen, Diocese of Frederic- Lilian Ketch, Nicola Lawrence this goal. ton link secretary; Mary Stone, (head of policy and development, These meetings would al- Diocese of Nova Scotia/PEI Mary Sumner House, London low Mothers’ Union leaders to president; Gael Page, Diocese of UK). come together for a series of Nova Scotia/PEI; Megan Torfe, RIGHT: Making sandwiches workshops focusing on how to Diocese of Algoma. for supper on the day of their become equipped with skills to The goal at the end of the arrival, from left: Bev Julien, listen and gather information MULOA process was to answer Jennifer Maynard (West Indies), from members and the commu- three core questions: Lilian Ketch, Alice Kennedy, Lena nities they work in. 1. WHO - whose lives are Edmondson (Guyana), Megan The goal was to mobilize we touching (and could we be Torfe. Mothers’ Union worldwide. touching)? The initial pilot meeting was 2. WHAT - what difference held Sept 10-14 in the Barbados, are we making (and could we be we developed a shared under- in what we are already doing. (within the church and/or com- West Indies with 28 Mothers’ making) in people’s lives? standing of our God-given pur- MULOA will assist in identi- munity). Union members from Zone B in 3. HOW - how do we become pose and how Mothers’ Union fying key areas of focus that 3. Explore ways to nurture attendance. equipped to listen to the people affects lives around the world. can demonstrate the impact of and support its branches and Zone B includes members we serve? We brainstormed and heard Mothers’ Union when speaking members. from the Americas — North, Four full days were spent im- first-hand stories about how to to supporters, donors, govern- Even though the four days Central and South America and mersed in participatory activities become more effective in mak- ments and existing members. involved a lot of thinking and the Caribbean. involving Bible studies, large and ing a difference in our church At the end of the four-day strategizing, our evenings were Those in attendance at this small group discussions listening and community. We were chal- session with the many flip free for relaxing. meeting hailed from Canada, to God and each other. lenged to think about who we chart sheets created and posted Many of us escaped to the Argentina, Peru, Guyana, We learned to listen with could currently and potentially around the room, the group meeting room as it was the only Anguilla, Trinidad and Tobago, our head (to facts and ideas), to partner with to make a differ- summarized and decided on a room on the college campus that Barbados, Bahamas and Jamaica. the heart (through feelings and ence in God’s world. framework of how to take MU- was air conditioned. Most days Each diocese sent two represen- emotions) and to the feet (by At the end of zone meetings, LOA forward to their respective had a humidex of 46-48 degrees, tatives. motivation and intentions). MULOA aims to provide world- Provinces/Dioceses. far different from our “warm” There were also two members The Bible study about Blind wide members with a common Moving forward, the Canadi- New Brunswick summers. from the Solomon Islands and Bartimaeus was a powerful les- approach and toolkit for put- an Mothers’ Union has identified Jesus looked at them and said, South Korea (as observers in son in change. Time was also ting our faith into action by the following three priorities and “For mortals it is impossible, but order to facilitate the workshop spent on prayer and fellowship complimenting existing initia- will work with each Diocese and not for God; for God all things are in their respective countries). with amazing women, making tives through the answers from its Branches to: possible.”—Mark 10:27 The workshop was planned instant friends as we worked at examination of the three core 1. Increase awareness of and Submitted by Mothers’ Union by Head of Development and answering the three core ques- questions above. hold parenting program ses- members Lilian Ketch, Kathleen Policy Nicola Lawrence (Moth- tions. This will help build confi- sions. Snow, Alice Kennedy and Joanne ers’ Union headquarters - Mary At the end of the workshop dence among all our members 2. Explore partnerships Ham.

Diocesan Synod, November 4, 2017 Not attending Diocesan Synod? Watch Facebook and Twitter for live updates. Learn more about Diocesan Synod here: Christ Church (Parish) Church, anglican.nb.ca/synod/sessions Fredericton A Prayer for Synod: Almighty God, Giver of all and ruler of all that is seen and unseen; 8 a.m. Registration Opens we ask for continual divine grace to your Church and especially to 8:15 a.m. Eucharist (Chapel) the 136th Session of Diocesan Synod. May we walk in your way, leading lives worthy of our calling, in humility, gentleness, and 8:50 a.m. Synod Convenes patience, bearing with one another in love and maintaining the unity of your Spirit in the bond of peace; through Jesus Christ our 4 p.m. Adjournment Lord. Amen 10 / The New BruNswick ANglicAN NOVEMbEr 2017 NOVEMbEr 2017 The New BruNswick ANglicAN / 11

LEFT: The Rev. Bob LeBlanc leads worship. ABOVE: Ann Deveau and Doug Milander (both at left) spoke on their experience of refugee mcknight photos sponsorship. RIGHT: The Rev Dana Dean, at left, talks about his ABOVE: The Rev. Jasmine Chandra speaks about the interesting experiences with Council of the North, much to the Central Saint John Community Ministry. RIGHT: amusement of the Rev. Canon Tom Stradwick and the audience. Participants discuss how they were inspired by what they’d heard and how they could inspire others. Beyond the offering plate: stewardship conference educates, inspires

by Gisele McKniGht ment, but of everything.” consistently score among the top 100 “My aim is to broaden your under- to cope, like mid-week worship and route in Fredericton — kept the group Central Saint John Community Near the end of the day, participants in a time of great uncertainty, the of 2,500 schools in the country, but the standing of what the ministry is,” said sharing ministry on special occasions and parishes busy. Ministry gathered in groups to discuss what “sharing in Mission” was the theme of church has a role to play as a haven of school has been an economic driver in Tom, adding it’s not just snowmobiles like easter. combined services with The night they arrived — tired, con- The rev. Jasmine chandra outlined they learned that could be taken back the 2017 stewardship conference held peace and safety. its community, employing cooks and and arctic weather, because it includes lutherans also take place because some fused and anxious — was memorable. the ministry she and husband, Terence, to their parish, what outside-the-box sept. 9 in Fredericton. About 70 people “we can only do that if we are good guards, and buying crops from local the lower north in Manitoba, where he communities are very small. The group met them at the airport and have in the uptown region of saint John. ideas emerged, how could sharing time, gathered at st. John the evangelist to stewards of what god has given us,” he farmers to feed the children. served. “sharing in ministry provides stabil- took them to their new apartment. After a few years in traditional ministry, talent and treasure be encouraged and hear several speakers discuss various said. The rev. kevin McAllister also spoke Dana began with a story about his ity,” he said. “it had water, electricity, bedrooms. the couple felt the tug to be outside the what tangible evidence of stewardship in aspects of mission both near and far. he told the story of a friend of his about Bishop McAllister college, the wife who felt the lord telling her they Tom remembers attending to a large They were overwhelmed,” said Doug. i“ church walls. action could be found. groups reported stewardship team chair rick haddad and Janet’s in Britain who lost her hair- recipient of a large fundraiser in March were going to serve in the north. family after a death, and someone sug- remember Philip collapsing in my arms, “we were preaching the gospel but back on their discussions. acted as host and told those gathered dressing business during a divorce. in to help build a library. “i told her, ‘you and the lord have a gested they pass the hat to help cover his just weeping.” not doing the gospel,” said Jasmine. “we some of the feedback included the that over the past four conferences, the the process, she found god and began The goal was $5,000; donations are nice time!’” he said. costs. Then the learning began — how felt the call to those who didn’t know following: team has deliberately gotten away from rebuilding her business. she knew she still coming in and have reached about The lord was right, and the experi- “it’s very humbling to see when some- to use the kitchen equipment, keep a christ was there for them.” • Share the ministry and what God talking about finances. wanted and needed to tithe, but simply $8,000. The tournament will become an ences the Deans had were amazing and one puts a dime in,” he said. “You’re not schedule, use a debit card, take a bus, By visiting many community groups is doing. communicate to the congrega- “Today we will show you that stew- didn’t have the cash. her solution was to annual event, he said. blessed by god. there for the money. You’re there for the get medical tests, learn english. Visits in the city, they found out what was tion to help them get involved. ardship does not start or end with the give free haircuts — 10 per cent of all the A new priest, kevin wanted to hold a in a community on Baffin island, he p e op l e .” to school, social workers, counsellors, lacking and what they could do to help. • Hold an annual service of remem- offering plate,” he said. haircuts she gave — to those in need. golf tournament to raise money for the met a deaf woman at a store who turned Refugee Sponsorship dentists, doctors and churches kept the since then, they’ve developed an english brance for families who have lost babies Bishop David edwards, during the “she used her talents for god’s college, which was coping with an in- out to be Anglican. she began coming Ann Deveau and Doug Milander told group busy. café to give immigrants further oppor- to miscarriage. worship service, talked about a read- people,” said Bishop David. creased enrollment of 200 and the scars to church, prompting Dana, who knows the story of the 11 Fredericton congre- “even though their lives had changed tunities to practice the language. They • Hold tea parties for residents of the ing from Mark 8 where Jesus fed 4,000 he cited other examples of innovative of a botched robbery attempt. sign language, to sign for her during the gations sponsoring a liberian family for the better, they were strangers in also teamed up to offer an ecumenical community’s special care and nursing people. stewardship — the new playground at The only problem was his parishes service. of four — Philip, esther, Arene and a strange land,” said Doug. “You can youth group which, for a long time, had homes. Friends might have been sepa- “it’s an interesting thing, and easy st. Andrews in the Parish of salisbury didn’t play golf, but he learned they were That later led to her confirmation, catherine — who arrived in July 2016 as sense a profound sadness that this is not four volunteers and two participants. rated into different homes, so getting to ride over it,” he said. “it says Jesus and havelock; a parish looking into a avid bowlers. That led to an intergen- using sign language, after which she refugees. home.” “we didn’t stop youth group because them together could be a goal. had compassion on the crowd. That mixed housing project; and chaplaincy erational tournament involving seven asked to speak to the bishop. she told “Our overarching message to you is some group members found the huge there were only two kids,” she said. • Have a stewardship jar at your little phrase is key to understanding the to hockey and other sports teams. parishes in the Fredericton area plus the him that when she was a young teenager, that showing compassion is not a casual commitment too much and dropped “None of the leaders said ‘why are we birthday party, in lieu of gifts. meaning of stewardship.” his talk ended with this question: synod office. challenges, claims of bowl- all her friends were being confirmed but commitment,” said Ann, adding that out, said Ann, adding that not every doing this?’” • Invite music students from a uni- This crowd had been with Jesus for how are we stewarding all god’s gift ing prowess and even some christian she couldn’t. But in a dream, god told having multiple people from several refugee family is this complex. it’s since grown to a dozen kids, most versity to play at your church. three days. Obviously they wanted to to us in order to see Jesus being made “trash talk” among priests helped boost her he would send someone to help her parishes was a huge advantage because Doug highlighted the positives, “and of whom have no religious background. • Plan a Wheelbarrow Sunday, where hear the message, and Jesus was interest- known and the kingdom of god being the fundraising! become confirmed. of the many talents and skills available. there are a lot of them!” he said. “None Outflow Ministry is another place parishioners fill it with items for the ed in responding to their physical needs. advanced? “The win for me was the fellowship,” with faith in the message, years later sponsoring the family of four has had of them had ever had a birthday party you’ll find the chandras helping out. local food bank. invite the food bank “This moved him deeply within his Bishop Mcallister College said kevin. “Paul [ranson’s] trash talk- she even told her children god would its challenges. Because they lived in a so we made sure they all had a birthday Because some clients have little to do in representative to the service. spirit,” said the bishop, particularly Diocesan Acw president rosemarie ing made it fun.” send someone, someday. she looked refugee camp for decades, they did not p ar t y.” the daytime, Jasmine and Terence began • Read scripture to seniors. since most of the people who followed kingston spoke about her long affiliation On tournament day, there were more at the bishop and said, “god sent me have many marketable skills, making job They’d never had a christmas tree, a community drop-in one afternoon • Take up people’s offers to speak him were either failed Jews or outcast to Bishop McAllister college in uganda. than 70 people bowling, 40 cheering someone.” placement difficult. As well, the mother either, so that was a wonderful, new ex- a week, with freshly baked muffins at your service, for example, PwrDF, gentiles. she and her husband have made many them on, and a kitchen full of helpers “god sent a fool like me!” Dana was very ill and the teenaged daughter perience for them, as were the changing and trivia games that has proven quite central saint John community Ministry Nevertheless, Jesus fed both groups trips to the college headed by canon back at All saints in Marysville host- remarked. “Your work, your support has been diagnosed with a serious dis- seasons. popular. and so on, to encourage and educate on two occasions. Paul Jeffries and the college has long ing supper for everyone. For seven for the council of the North does not ease. The son has had difficulty adjusting while that first year was challenging, Part of their ministry is offering parishioners. “The outsider gentiles received equal been generously supported by the Acws parishes and the synod office to gather go unheard. god can use anyone in this to a society of structure and rules after Doug has no regrets. support and friendship to some of saint • Explore partnerships in the com- care as the Jews,” he said. “we need to be in the diocese. at an event that was not a meeting was ro om .” living his entire life in a lawless camp “would i do it again? Most certainly, John’s most needy. munity, for example, with schools, to aware of that when we consider stew- in the beginning, when the school unique, he said. Tom spoke of the two issues that dominated by gangs. but i would do many things differently,” “One of the things we’ve realized is form a homework club. ardship. The heartbeat of god is that all was in ruins due to a storm and in great in June, the sod was turned for the li- make serving in the region a challenge: The group needed to raise about he said, adding, “As a church, we did the people are just starved for relationships,” • Design fundraisers so the object people become insiders.” need, the Acws were innovative in how brary, and the architect on the project is sparse population and long distances $30,000 to fund the family for a year, right thing.” she said. is specific, to help people relate better; in keeping with the theme, he went they raised money: a Pennies For Paul a graduate of Bishop McAllister college. between each parish. and each parish held fundraisers. Ann said having the multi-parish Three years into this innovative minis- for example, desks for Bishop McAllis- on to talk about mission. campaign, many craft and bake sales and Council of the north “A multi-point parish of three or four “raising the money turned out to be resources meant there was always some- try, their funding structure has changed, ter college or outfit an apartment for a “in biblical terms, stewardship is simply asking for donations. in the afternoon, three more speakers is small,” he said, adding it’s often four the easiest part,” said Ann. “Anglicans one who knew what to do. if the team meaning they will have to rely more on refugee family. about everything,” he said. “The call “why are we still alive with this mis- brought their own missions to life, start- to seven points. “with an hour between are very generous.” had rejected the liberian family and donations from parishes and individu- • Fill old eyeglass cases with personal of god throughout the scriptures is to sion?” she asked. “it’s been almost 20 ing with the revs. Dana Dean and Tom points in the parish, clergy are always Preparing for the family’s arrival waited on a syrian family instead, “es- als and less on the diocese and stone items (toothbrush, comb, disposable walk in his way, and be good stewards of years and it’s stronger than ever.” stradwick and their experiences with the late for the next service.” — finding, furnishing and equipping ther would be dead. catherine wouldn’t church, where they are headquartered. razors, etc.) for distribution to homeless all — not just of money or the environ- Not only do the school’s students council of the North. Parishes have found innovative ways a three-bedroom apartment on a bus have been diagnosed and treated.” Table Talk shelters. 12 / The New Brunswick Anglican NOVEMber 2017

c o m m e n t a r y Take me to the Captain

By Rob Salloum dicament. After making three again to return the captain to or four attempts, we stopped. his camp. The rest of the trip ailing can be exciting if We noticed a camp close by was terrific. you have the right captain! and put onto the shore. After The sea is a common theme Years ago, in my teen we landed, we were introduced in scripture. For the most part, Syears at a summer camp, I to the sailing instructor, an the sea is a place representative went on a sailing trip with experienced sea captain who of uncertainty, unpredictability some buddies. offered his help. and perhaps chaos. The trip took place on a Encouraged by this, we all In the beginning, before lake in the Northern Ontario, a clamored into the boat again, Creation, the bible tells us that lake known for its shifting and our new captain with us. Be- the earth was formless and the unpredictable winds. fore we set sail, he told us what Spirit of the Lord moved over We were to set up camp on to expect, how to react, and the waters. (Genesis 1). the opposite side of the lake. even where to sit. God’s first creative act was morguefile.com Crossing it was therefore a Most importantly, he urged to bring order. In the New necessity. us to stay alert and calm, as Testament, after Jesus and his After raising the sail and things change quickly and it disciples put out from shore, a It is fitting to equate our Where is your focus? What setting out, the wind filled the is very difficult to think and fierce storm suddenly swirled present culture and circum- does your sea look like? Who sail, and the boat began to lean focus when we are panicked. around them and Jesus was stances to a tumultuous sea. do you rely on when the winds more and more, to the point Needless to say, the trip awakened from sleep and The increasingly intense of change or challenge swirl that we were frightened and across the lake was a blast! calmed the storm. and damaging natural disasters around you? panicked. When the wind came up, On another occasion, Jesus affecting millions in differ- I encourage you to seek out We turned around and the captain knew what to do walked across the water late ent countries; conflict and the captain, who will meet you headed for a tamer place near and because he had taught us, at night to meet his disciples. unrest between nations; and where you are. the shore. We took some time we did too. When the boat He called Peter to come out to civil unrest within nations to think about a course of ac- tilted into the wind, we were meet him on the water. After all remind us of our need to Reprinted from Missioner’s tion. We knew that we had to not panicked but were ready. taking a few steps on the water, become or remain focused and Corner, Sept. 17, 2017. The get across the lake. We crossed the lake and un- Peter was overwhelmed by the anchored to Jesus who, as an Rev. Rob Salloum is priest and When the wind subsided a loaded our supplies in no time! wind and waves and began experienced captain, not only rector of the Westside Anglican little, we tried again— only to Then we practiced our new to sink. Jesus reached out his provides perspective, but also Mission. Follow Rob’s blog here: find ourselves in the same pre- skills and crossed the lake once hand to save Peter. leads us safely to the shore. hiswestsidestory.ca

You heard it here first, folks: Christian unity achieved!

By Dr. David W. T. provincial legislature. peace, love and harmony at unity” or “structural unity” They usually mention it as Brattston I looked for the meaning of the neighbourhood level. The that fringe denominations and if it were the only sin of which Christian unity as contemplat- Scriptures and church fathers many members of mainline they are guilty, and hasten to here is no further need ed in the scriptures, and in the mentioned merger of organiza- churches mistake it for, believ- add that they are working hard for efforts toward Chris- writings of Christians so early tions or bureaucracies. ers of every denomination can to overcome it. tian unity. The major they could recall what Jesus My research resulted in practice John 17 now, in their In the last hundred years, Tchurches have already attained and His first disciples actually a magazine article that in- daily lives. the tireless efforts of many a sufficient degree of harmony did. vestigated and countered Even when we narrow down leaders of major churches and mutual acceptance to ful- I aimed to ascertain the allegations that the Christian the meaning of Christian and the goodwill of local laity fill Jesus’s call for unity among meaning of such unity in the churches today are too frag- unity to structural or bureau- towards their counterparts Christians in John 10.16 and in practice of the apostles and mented to fulfill Christ’s will. cratic arrangements, there is in other communions have His oft-cited prayer in John 17. their first successors, and how The article has since been no longer any sense to regard achieved a real, viable, and Look at mainline denomin- “unity” was understood in the published in several maga- disunity as a problem, for there practical unity through many ations such as the Anglican next few overlapping genera- zines in Australia, Britain, exist far too many avenues for branches of Christendom, Church. It has intercommun- tions. Canada, and the United States, churches to co-operate with which answers Christ’s prayer. ion agreements, fellowship Drawing on Christian including the New Brunswick each other, such as intercom- Let us honour them or their and joint ventures with other sources to the middle of the Anglican. munion agreements, open memories, and concentrate in- church bodies, and co-oper- third century AD, I discovered The article demonstrated Communion, unhindered mu- stead on redoubling Christian ation in local, national, and that “unity” meant attitudes, that there already was, or could tual acceptance, joint ventures efforts more towards feeding world council of churches. qualities of character, or easily be at a moment’s notice, with other church bodies, and the hungry masses of the Third Any disunity is largely illu- modes of relating to people Christian unity among major cooperation in local, national, World. sory, with the differences being with whom one is in personal denominations, especially at and world council of churches. How about a “Week of Pray- only in nonessentials which contact. the local and person-to-person True, some church leaders er for Starving Africans?” other major church bodies are In the Biblical sense, it is a level. allege that disunity remains, willing to tolerate. pattern of conducting one- If we substitute the phrase but this may be a mere public Dr. David W. T. Brattston is What keeps denomina- to-one interpersonal relations “Christian unity” in its Biblical relations gesture by some of a retired lawyer living tional separation in place are among Christians that fosters sense for the “organizational them. in Lunenburg, N.S. His five the secular laws which confer books and over 300 articles corporate status and prop- In the last hundred years, the tireless efforts of many leaders of major on early and contemporary erty-holding arrangements, Christianity have been which were laid down centur- churches and the goodwill of local laity towards their counterparts in published by a wide variety of ies ago, and can be overcome other communions have achieved a real, viable, and practical unity denominations in every major only by an act of Parliament or through many branches of Christendom. English-speaking country. NOVEMber 2017 NOVEMber 2017 The New Brunswick Anglican / 13

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TOP LEFT: On Sunday, Sept. 9, the congregation of St. Luke’s Church, Saint John, joined to help Lorraine Speight celebrate her 90th birthday. Lorraine was surprised to find that she was the guest of honour at coffee time following the church service where she was presented with a beautiful cake. Since that date, Lorraine has enjoyed five more birthday cakes, including one presented at a surprise party. It was a lovely surprise for a gracious lady!

TOP RIGHT: On Sept. 17, Zara Mani Thomas was received into the family of God through baptism in St. Luke’s Church, the Parish of Portland, Saint John. Front row, from left: Joy Clarkson (grandmother) and Alyssa; back row: Canon David Barrett, Myra, Vineet, Deepall and Zara Thomas. The Thomas family has come to St. Luke’s Church from Chile. A lovely reception with a baptismal cake followed the service.

TEC begins in the NWT with some help from NB

On Aug. 15, Val Phinney, with the hope of bringing it God moved powerfully in Jazmin Chase, Joseph Duplisea back to the North. all of our lives. We learned and Mary Anne Langmaid So although only seven much about life in the North headed off to Yellowknife, youth participated, it was re- and how much God is and NWT, to assist in beginning ally 23 people attending TEC wants to move in His fullness Teens Encounter Christ (TEC) for the first time. in the North. in the Diocese of the Arctic. As usual, God is so amaz- This has been a dream of It was a truly an amazing ing, and lives were greatly Bishop David Parsons for trip. impacted for Him. many years. Our team from We had the blessing of There were people from sev- N.B. was truly honoured to be

meeting a wonderful team eral different denominations able to serve Jesus in such a submitted photo who had a deep commitment who felt it was wonderful to way. to youth and to serve our Lord be part of such a deepening of We have an amazing tool Jesus Christ. God’s Spirit in so many lives. He has used to bless this dio- There were 25 on the team The unity of Jesus flowed cese with, and now it can be a Joseph Duplisea, Jazmin Chase, Val Phinney, Deanna Monks, and with only nine having been to throughout that weekend. We blessing to the North. Mary Anne Langmaid enjoy some downtime in Yellowknife, NWT. TEC before. Deanna Monks watched the young people start God is good! The TEC experience in the Arctic was a blessing of peace and joy and Amie Charlie came from with fears and move to peace for those involved, said Mary Anne Langmaid. the Northwest Territories to and joy. They were a beautiful The Rev. Mary Anne Landmaid is New Brunswick to discover crew of young people to be priest and rector in the Parish of St. what TEC was about in 2016 with. George. 14 / The New Brunswick Anglican NOVEMber 2017

a r o u n d t h e d i o c e s e A prayer for Jacqueline and John

By Terence Chandra

ainbow Park sits near the tip of Saint John’s South End peninsula and looks, to someone strolling Rby, like any inner-city playground. Steel and plastic play structures — their once vibrant colours bleached from two decades worth of wind, rain and sun — rise from levelled plots of sand and gravel. On summer days the smell of chlorine hangs in the air as does the sound of children’s laughter — both the product of the park’s central feature: its splash pad. The splash pad is a flat, circular stretch of pavement dominated by a series of decorated pipes through which water is sprayed, sprinkled and dumped. submitted photo On hot July days, my son will race through it in his bathing suit — the The Rev. Terence Chandra waits to pray at the official ceremony to install an arbour and memorial stone at Rainbow Park in the water temperature barely above freez- south end of Saint John. ing— then come back to me where I’m picnicking on the grass, collapsing onto the beach towel and wrapping it before the Christmas of 1996, little wouldn’t come across as trite, preachy to intervene? around his skinny, shivering body. He’ll Jacqueline died. The official cause of or monstrously naive? Where were you, O Lord — you who do it again and again— run, rinse, dry, her death was dehydration, a doctor’s For a while, I contemplated saying welcomed children into your arms — repeat. report suggesting that she had gone for nothing — of either declining the invi- when these two children were at the The fact that this park exists in a six days without water. tation to pray or, perhaps, leading my height of their anguish?” neighbourhood like this one is certain- Spurred on by the tragedy, a group neighbours in a minute of silence. My duty is not to provide answers. ly a good thing. The circumstances that of community volunteers managed to After thinking it over, however, I Rather, I must let the questions hang gave rise to its existence, however, are raise enough money for the creation came to a realization: My tradition does in the sky unanswered like the twisted, most emphatically not. of a park — a park dedicated to the indeed equip me with a way of praying, gasping body of the betrayed Messiah, In 1996, just a few blocks from the memory of, not only Jacqueline Brewer, even in the face of human misery, that dying on the cross. splash pad, a two-year old girl named but a little boy from the Miramichi, utterly scorns all cheap comforts and Then, having given the hard ques- Jacqueline Brewer lived out the final, John Ryan Turner, who also died from empty sentimentality. tions their due — having acknowledged agonizing days of her short life. parental neglect and abuse. This way of prayer is found in the the cruel absurdity of these two deaths If media reports I’ve read are ac- Today, the newest feature of the park biblical psalms. Many of these psalms — I must cling to the remaining hope curate, little Jackie was confined to was added: an arbour and a memorial are, of course, joyous hymns of praise, as tenaciously as a drowning sailor, his her tiny crib for unimaginably long stone to permanently honour the two but an equal number are anything but. ship smashed by waves, might cling to stretches at a time, untouched and children — items that are themselves They are raw, guttural laments its scraps in the rolling seas. ignored — an eternity of loneliness and part of an already existing garden based dredged up from the depths of a soul For me, as a Christian, that hope is pain in the nebulous consciousness of in the north-western corner of the park. bowed low under the weight of oppres- centered in Christ. Admittedly, there so small a child. The official installment of the arbour sive sorrow and grief; bitter cries of are times when it seems like this hope To suggest that Jacqueline’s plight and memorial stone were to be a public abandonment rising from the hearts of a is an extremely fragile thing: Rumours was unknown to others, however, event — where I was asked to pray. people who have suffered ruinous loss. of an empty tomb; strange, conflict- would be inaccurate. In truth, a As you may have gathered from a Then there are the questions: H“ ow ing tales about grieving women and number of people saw the danger that previous blog, prayer is an act with long must I struggle with anguish in angels; whispers of secret, post-mortem this little girl and her siblings were in; which I am intimately acquainted — a my soul, with sorrow in my heart every reunions in upper rooms. among them, Jacqueline’s aunt who, discipline which I have sharpened and day?” (Ps. 13:2); “O Lord, why do you It is hope that hangs from a gossa- on a visit from Ontario a few months honed from years of daily practice. reject me? Why do you turn your face mer thread, but it is hope nonetheless. before the girl’s death, observed the Yet I had to admit, as I readied from me?” (Ps. 88:14); My job, as the one leading this prayer, squalid conditions of the tiny, Canter- myself to pray at this public dedica- “How long will the wicked be al- was to — on behalf of this neighbour- bury Street apartment that constituted tion, I felt helpless and thoroughly lowed to gloat?” (Ps. 94:3) “How can we hood — take that hope in hand and her niece’s world. ill-prepared. sing the songs of the Lord in a strange grip it strong: Concerned for the children’s well- Why? Because, at the very heart of land?” (Ps. 137:4). And, of course, the The hope that death, even the cruel being, she immediately called social this public dedication lies the greatest words of our Lord himself, uttered at and meaningless death of the inno- services. Then, not leaving it at that, she of horrors — the death of two small the peak of his anguish: “My God, my cent, does not have the final word; the made a follow-up visit in person the children whose short years on earth God, why have your forsaken me?” (Ps. hope that, even from a tragedy as grave next day, imploring the agency to take were replete with suffering and devoid 22:1) and as dark as this one, new life might action. of human affection. What counts in prayer is honesty. come; the hope that, if we work to- Indeed, according to a CBC ar- As the one giving the prayer, my And questions that arise from raw, gether, children like Jacqueline Brewer ticle (http://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/ duty was to speak to the Living God broken hearts are far more honest than and John Ryan Turner will never have new-brunswick/lost-children-jackie- himself on behalf of the community cold, theological platitudes. to die. profile-1.4018730) a total of 16 such affected by these children’s deaths — a “How can a child, surrounded by The Rev. Terence Chandra and his wife, complaints had been made to social community of people who (to compli- a world of material abundance, die the Rev. Jasmine Chandra, run the services regarding the family — com- cate things still further) include a good dehydrated, emaciated and untouched? Central Saint John Community Ministry. plaints that ranged over a time-span of number of people who don’t believe in How could her squalid conditions — Reprinted with permission from three years. God at all! seen by so many — go ignored for so penniesandsparrows.org, the blog of the Yet, despite all of this, just eight days What could I possibly say that long by the only people with the power Central Saint John Community Ministry. NOVEMber 2017 NOVEMber 2017 The New Brunswick Anglican / 15

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Camp On The Road in New Bandon

13 children and youth registered for the Parish of New Bandon’s four-day Camp-On-The-Road VBS in August, enjoying varied days of bible stories and skits, outdoor games, art, baking, snacks and the sharing of their noon time meal together. Different styles of grace were taught to the children — sung, said or rapped. Several young people from the community participated to help as junior leaders. Thank you to Kendyl and Grayden Daley and Abby Savoie; as well as Elaine Good and Shelby Scott for assisting with preparation, snacks and clean up; and Terry McNulty for providing the barbecue lunch on Thursday. As for the three leaders of COTR, Dimitra, Brooke and Adam, it was a pleasure to host them. Meal-time conversation was delightful and entertaining. We would look forward to participating again in 2018. A good group enjoyed Camp On The Road. Here they are for a group shot. Front row, from left: Dimitra Bountalas, Avelyn Hendsbee, Brooke Cunningham, Lane Dempsey. Danica McIntyre & Shelby Scott. Back row: Austin Eddy, Isaiah Hendsbee, Adam Young, Maddie Ellis, Kendyl Daley, Ava Silver, Abbey Savoie and Laura McNulty.

Celebrating heritage Looking for a way to celebrate Canada 150, and bring the seniors and youth of the community together for fellowship, the Parish of New Bandon invited local students who had participated in the school heritage fairs to display their projects at Christ Church Hall in July. Two youth brought one project and three brought two projects each. Lesa and Shelby Scott set up a video of a collection of photos that had been gathered together from Canon T.H. Drillen’s photo collection. Freda Carey, one of the parish seniors, thanked the youth for their displays and encouraged them to make a memory to mark Canada 150 such as planting a tree. Laura McNulty, Elsie Daley and Nancy Knowles prepared a lunch and invited the greater community to come following their morning worship services to converse with the youth and enjoy refreshments. Fifty-one people attended the Celebrate Canada 150 event and viewed the eight heritage projects on display. People from the Miramichi, and those vacationing from Alberta and Quebec shared in the time of fellowship. Simon Scott, Abbey Savoie, Hannah Fortune, Kendyl Daley and Ava Silver displayed their projects. In the photo at left, Bev and Dave Daley view Kendyl Daley’s project

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SHAPING UP IN THE A happy group of graduates celebrated on Oct. 10 — their completion of Your SHAPE DEANERY OF WOODSTOCK for God’s Service, a six-week course, as they explored their spiritual gifts, heart’s desire, abilities, personality, and experiences, and how they can be used to serve God. There were a total of 10 participants from three Parishes: WWPA, Richmond, and Woodstock. Team teachers were the Rev. Bob LeBlanc and the Rev. Shirley Noseworthy. It was a wonderful time of sharing! A reunion of the group is planned for April 10 when we will gather for a pot luck meal and follow up on how we have been using our gifts within the life of our church. Congratulations to the graduates! God bless you all! Back row, from left: Armin Hackelsperger, Shirley Noseworthy, Wendell Parkinson, Bob LeBlanc, Joan Tremblay, Wanda MacFarlane, Bonnie Sparks, Jennifer Taylor. Front row: Marilyn Wilson, Cindy Derksen, Ruth Hall, Joan Tompkins. submitted photo 16 / The New Brunswick Anglican NOVEMber 2017

A d v e n t Conspiracies aren’t all bad!

By Paul Ranson Please note: this is not a movement to ban all gift- Advent Conspiracy. That giving. It is a call to do some- sounds kind of sinister, doesn’t thing other than purchase yet it? Admittedly, it does. But I another tie for Dad or a third promise it only poses a threat pair of bunny slippers for to stress-addicted shopaholics Aunt Gertrude. It is a call to who are bound and deter- be thoughtful and intentional mined to make Christmas syn- with how we express our love onymous with consumerism. for the dear ones in our lives. So despite how it sounds, it 3) Give More. No, not is a really good thing. Advent money necessarily, but your- Conspirators are intent on self. This is modeled after preparing us to celebrate the Jesus. Rather than buying submitted photo birth of Jesus while we live out another gift, how could you our hopeful expectation for the gift someone with your pres- The display on the wall at St. John the Evangelist Church last year at this time clearly showed where the return of our King. It is a move- ence, with a memory, with a minds and hearts of parishioners were during Advent: with a PWRDF project to help bring clean water to a ment that focuses on the quality kind act? Giving more means First Nations community called Pikangikum in Northern Ontario. of our Christmas celebrations celebrating the relationships rather than the quantity of the in our lives, while creating gifts under the tree. possibilities for forming new The Advent Conspiracy has friendships with those in our Thanksgiving. The Advent Conspiracy this was not a fundraiser. It four main tenets: circle of influence. As conspirators we would suggested contributing toward was a fund diverter. We redi- 1) Worship Fully. It’s all 4) Love All. Jesus came into worship fully by exploring and clean drinking water. What rected funds from meaning- about Jesus. During the season our broken and fallen world celebrating the significance of better way to honour a loved less things to something that of Advent we celebrate the fact because of his love for us. How the Advent Season. We would one than by giving the gift of is fundamentally important that Jesus gave up all his glory can we reflect that same love to challenge one another to stop clean water in their name? to the health of a community. to be born in obscurity. Smelly those around us? To those ex- spending money on meaning- We decided to work Praise the Lord! obscurity at that. In our desire periencing real need. To those less gifts. through the PWRDF. Why? Sisters and brothers, this to exalt Jesus through worship, who find themselves alone. To We would encourage one We were already partnered year in Advent, I encourage we pray to be transformed those whose lives could be so another to take the time we with them, and when we you to join the conspiracy! more into his likeness — so blessed just by an act of kind- would have otherwise spent Googled “Advent Conspiracy Let’s reclaim the true meaning that his Kingdom’s Reign may ness or a thoughtful word? at the mall or shopping online Clean Water,” this website of Christmas as we seek to ex- be extended through us. Last year in the Parish of and use it to make memories came up: http://pwrdf.org/our- press the heart of Jesus in our 2) Spend Less. The truth Douglas and Nashwaaksis we with our kids, our friends and work/advent-conspiracy/. hurting world. You can find is, the more things we possess, decided to join the Conspiracy. our neighbours. It was for the Water Project all the resources you and your the less they mean to us. This This meant being intentional Finally, we decided to take in a First Nations community church need at http://www. tenet is a call to stop buying so that we could be prepared the money that we would have in Northern Ontario called adventconspiracy.org/ meaningless gifts. It is a call to for Advent before it was upon spent on frivolous gifts and Pikangikum. Paul Ranson is the priest live within our means and to us. The Advent Conspiracy offer it instead to a community Because we did things and rector in the Parish of place our focus on the things was introduced to the congre- in need as an expression of differently, we collected over Douglas and Nashwaaksis in that truly make life rich. gation on the Sunday following Jesus’ love. $1,400 toward this project. But Fredericton.

The Apple Tree Carol

There is a seldom used Christmas carol called “Jesus Christ The Apple Tree” or a more modern title “The Apple Tree Carol.” The carol was written in the 1700s by an unknown person, but Elizabeth Poston, who was born in the UK, set the words to music. The wording probably came from New England and may have some Methodist roots. The words provide a musical meaning to the fact that God provides for us all and if we sow our thoughts and actions in him, many things will be provided in return. The photo was taken in Queenstown at Webb’s Apple Orchard Jan. 3 on a peaceful, glorious, sunny day that had just seen a harsh, wet snow and freezing rain storm move through the area. An apple orchard needs continuous effort to ensure that there is a suitable crop to allow us to have nourishment in the winter season. Why not ask your church’s organist or music director to include it in a future service? Once heard, you might find it contains a lot of reflections on our quality of life. Submitted by Byron Thomas NOVEMber 2017 NOVEMber 2017 The New Brunswick Anglican / 17

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Exhibit winners All Saints Church in Keswick Ridge is always looking for new ways to work together and create fellowship among its members. A few years ago Lois Poore, Crystal Gilmore and Jean Coburn came up with a good end-of-summer, early-fall idea — enter items in the exhibit section at the N.B. Provincial Exhibition (FREX). Parishioners very quickly embraced the idea. Most seemed to have a talent of some sort, whether it be baking, making jams and pickles, needlepoint, embroidery, photography, growing flowers or art work. In addition to individual entries, there was also a group effort to make an entry for the Scare Crow competition. This year the entry was “A father of Confederation” which took first prize (see photo at top). This is the second year in a row to win that category. Last year’s entry was “Mildred Goes To Church!” Both entries were extremely well done. Each year after the FREX there is a special celebration following the regular Sunday Service in the Medley Room where all the entries and their prize-winning ribbons are on display for all to see. This past year there was over $300 in prize money. At $3 for first place, needless to say there were many prize winners. Top photo shows individual angels entry by submitted photos Mary Lou Price.

DIOCESAN MISSION TRIP TO TORONTO April 29-May 5, 2018

YIG is looking for committed Christians aged 18-24 who want to experience a mission trip, grow in their faith and improve their leadership skills. Applications are due Nov. 13. Apply at anglican.nb.ca/events submitted photo

INDY GETS A BLESSING Become a volunteer reading mentor The Rev. Shirley Noseworthy, right, of the Parish of All it takes is 2 hours/ week Woodstock, was one of several clerics who held a Blessing for 10 weeks. of the Pets service on or near Oct. 4, the Feast of St. Francis of Assisi. Here she is with Joan McCue and her Register Now! dog, Indy, who is K9 trained as a police dog but ultimately did not pass the course. She was adopted by Joan’s dad, but elfnb.com 1.855.898.2533 after he passed away, Indy became Joan’s dog. 18 / The New Brunswick Anglican NOVEMber 2017

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Challenging a culture of silence

Reprinted with permission from went to protect predators. churches, places that are meant the Anglican Journal; editorial The commission inter- to be sanctuaries, said Aus- by its editor, Marites Sison viewed more than 1,200 tralian diocese of Newcastle witnesses in public hearings Bishop Greg Thompson. n March, Australia’s Royal and held 6,500 private sessions Conflicts of interests around Commission into Institu- with survivors and witnesses, friendships were also a fac- tional Responses to Child including those in nursing tor, Thompson told a public ISexual Abuse released its homes and hospitals. hearing of the commission in initial report on how Austra- The impact of the commis- November. lian institutions — including sion’s work is incalculable and “People refuse to accept that churches, schools, sports clubs stretches far beyond Australia. their loved priest has been an and government organizations Sexual violence against chil- offender.” — have responded to allega- dren remains a global real- Shortly after he became tions of child sexual abuse. ity. The commission’s report bishop, Thompson recalled The groundbreaking report proves that governments and that he received pressure from revealed that children were al- institutions continue to pro- influential, long-time parishio- legedly sexually abused in more foundly fail children. ners to reverse decisions made than 4,000 Australian institu- One would think that after by the diocese’s professional tions, including the Catholic the highly publicized sex abuse standards board to defrock and Anglican churches. scandals involving pedophile four priests over child abuse From 1980 to 2015, about priests in Catholic churches in allegations. 4,500 allegations of child the U.S., Canada and Ireland, “There are those who feel citing the toll it had exacted In his open letter of apol- abuse involving 1,880 alleged things would be different. that this has brought shame to on his health and his family’s ogy to victims, Thompson offenders were brought to the But as Gail Furness, the the church. That it’s brought well-being. urged survivors and witnesses attention of authorities in the senior counsel who assisted shame on people they revered,” He had been publicly to come forward to the police, Australian Catholic church. the commission noted, the ac- he said. shamed and shunned, even by to the commission and to the In that same period, more counts they heard from victims Instead of caving, Thomp- those who had once received diocese. than 1,100 complaints of child were “depressingly familiar.” son established parish recovery Holy Communion from him, He did so by quoting the sexual abuse were made in the Children’s complaints were teams to support the victims he said. famous words of Dietrich Anglican Church of Australia. disregarded by church authori- and to work with communities He and his staff also Bonhoeffer, the German pastor The alleged abuses involved ties, she said. in addressing past abuses. received an “avalanche” of and theologian who actively 285 laypeople and 247 clergy “Documents were not kept He issued a historic letter vicious emails and have had resisted Nazism: “Silence in the from 22 of the church’s 23 or they were destroyed. Secrecy of apology to victims. He also their cars vandalized. face of evil is itself evil. Not to dioceses. prevailed, as did cover ups.” went public with allegations Surely, such appalling speak is to speak. Not to act is Since the numbers do not Perpetrators were moved, that he himself had been sexu- behaviour has no place in the to act.” include unreported cases, the with parishes and commu- ally molested by a priest and a church. The sad reality, how- true magnitude of the abuse nities to which they were bishop when he was 19. ever, is that as long as there are Email: tsison@national. remains unknown. reassigned not knowing about Thompson paid a huge those who feel it’s their duty anglican.ca However, the inquiry clearly their sordid, criminal past. price for his openness and to protect the church’s reputa- Sources: established the lasting and A culture that minimizes advocacy to confront what he tion rather than to come to • The Guardian multi-generational impact of the crimes of abusers and described as his diocese’s cul- the aid and comfort of God’s • Newcastle Herald childhood sexual abuse and belittles victims and survivors ture of silence and secrecy. most vulnerable, children will • Anglican Communion News the great lengths institutions allowed the abuse to happen in He resigned, effective May, continue to be at risk. Service

EPISCOPAL ANNOUNCEMENTS The Ven. Stuart Allan’s ap- The Ven. Brent Ham will pointment as interim priest-in- continue as Archdeacon of charge of the Parish of Mil- Moncton for a further three Corn lidgeville has been extended to year period until Oct. 7, 2020. Oct. 31, 2018. Boil Bishop David Edwards The Ven. John Sharpe was ordained a deacon the Season appointed chaplain at the Dr. Rev. James Crighton, of the Everett Chalmers Regional Parish of St. Andrews and Hospital in Fredericton, effec- formerly of the United Church tive Oct. 1. of Canada, at All Saints, St. Andrews on Oct.1. Allyson Caldwell has joined the Synod Office staff as as- The Rev. David Alston was The Parish of sistant to the Director of Youth appointed deacon-in-charge Restigouche held a corn and Intergenerational Min- of the Parishes of St. Andrew’s, boil at Christ Church, istries, on a half-time basis, Sunny Brae, and St. Philip’s in Campbellton on Sept. 17. effective Oct. 1. Moncton, effective Sept. 18. The seasonal favourite drew a good crowd who Nicole Chouinard has joined Mr. Robert Griffin, an aspi- enjoyed a delicious feast. the Synod Office staff as rant towards ordination in Mark Franklin photo Financial and Administrative the Diocese, was appointed Assistant, effective Sept. 25. layreader-in-charge of the Par- ish of Grand Manan, effective Sept. 18. NOVEMber 2017 NOVEMber 2017 The New Brunswick Anglican / 19

m u s i c c o l u m n Matthew West wants us to be “All In” he last three albums “Amen” is a simple barn- He seems able to continue from Matthew West burner of a song — fast, busy, a career that involves musical formed a rather and just a bit clever in the changing and maturity, while interestingT trilogy that told the lyrics it delivers at breakneck still maintaining an instantly stories of many people across speed. recognizable “sound.” the world who had encoun- A feature not present on He is a constantly fresh tered great difficulties in their the past three albums finds a voice that is humble and does life, and had found their faith place here: “Jesus and You” is a not miss the world going by in God to be a great source of simple, light, laid-back ballad; around him. comfort and encouragement. it’s not over produced, filled up This album is another West used their stories Curtis Chapman in concert with too many instrumental strong offering, one that is sure to form songs that formed during his formative years, and lines or effects, and is powerful to find lots of play everywhere. albums, and also solidified then later heard God calling own poignancy in his life thus in its simplicity. • • • himself as a great songwriter. him to do the same thing. far. But please, don’t think the Along the way, he also be- “Something Greater” tells After telling so many other album is perfect. One song READER’S NOTE: came a great singer and a great of him meeting his future wife people’s stories, Matthew now called “Power Love Sound Please thank the Rev. Chris musician. He has a knack for while in Nashville to sign his seems to want to tell some- Mind” struggles to work on Hayes for recommending the finding memorable melodies, first record deal. thing of his own. any level. The music does not movie “All Saints” in his music great musical hooks, and great His daughter Lulu sings This new album does a great reflect the meaning of the lyr- column in New Brunswick An- arrangements of the music he on the song “Becoming Me” job of balancing the musical ics, and even the lyrics struggle glican. He is right—it is a movie writes. whose sentiments are mir- things that made Matthew to convey any real meaning or we all need to see—and I would All In, his latest album, goes rored in another song, from West so well loved, while also message at any. not have seen it had I not read in a new direction, but the a parent’s point of view, “The introducing new elements to Perhaps that’s how it’s sup- his column. Keep up the good things that made West a great Beautiful Things We Miss.” (I his music. posed to be — tossing out work! musician are still here. wish this had immediately fol- The title track still has that images and concepts that make Hugh Bateman This new album, in some lowed “Becoming Me” on the strong, driving sound that us think about them in our ways, tells us some of Matthew album!) is full, sonorous and power- own ways. The Rev. Chris Hayes is a West’s own story. “The Sound Each of these songs has a ful; no wonder it was the lead Matthew West is doing what musician as well as a priest of a Life Changing” is a song different tempo, atmosphere single off the album, and the few artists in modern Chris- serving in the Parish of telling of when he saw Stephen and style, reflective of their album’s opener. tian popular music have done. Salisbury and Havelock.

Allyson Caldwell, newly appointed assistant to the director of Youth and Intergenerational Ministries Favourite book of the Bible - Romans Birthplace – Saint John, NB What you love most about God – The peace of his Spirit! Favourite place on Earth – Cape Breton Island

Farthest you’ve been from home - Florida JOHN MATHESON PHOTO Favourite meal or dessert - Cheesecake Biggest fear – Oversleeping NEW BELL IN CHAMCOOK Hidden talent – Oversleeping... Favourite movie or book – Movie: Mystic Pizza/ Book: Sarah’s A surplus bell from the Parish of Westfield has been repurposed at St. John the Baptist Chapel in Chamcook Key in the Parish of St. Andrews. Local boat builder John Your hobby – Swimming Anderson built the bellcote, while Les Caldwell of Les – Carrots, salsa, homemade Caldwell Steeplejacks installed it. The big lift took place Three things always in your fridge Sept. 30. This is the first time the chapel has had a bell. jam (shoutout to Laura McNulty!). 20 / The New Brunswick Anglican NOVEMber 2017

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harvest supper

The Parish of Wicklow, Wilmot, Peel and Aberdeen held its annual harvest supper at Camp Brookwood on Sunday, Oct. 1. TOP LEFT: Mashing the potatoes takes a strong arm and Rodney Smith was up to the challenge! TOP RIGHT: DJ Paterson feeds his daughter, Ella, during the feast. bob leblanc photos RIGHT: Ferne Dingee in the kitchen at Camp Brookwood.

The MOST REV. H. L. NUTTER SCHOLARSHIP For Post Graduate Can You Help? Study in Theology Awarded to a member of the clergy in the Diocese Saint John Seafarers’ of Fredericton or, secondly, to clergy from another Mission Christmas Program diocese at the discretion of the committee. Each year during the age: Christmas season, the Saint • Toiletries: shampoo, shave • Eligibility: Ordained and John Seafarers’ Mission pro- cream, tooth paste, tooth in good standing; accep-

vides gifts to the seafarers brush, dental floss, mouth images NB tance at a recognized who are visiting our port. wash, body wash, deodor- university; may be awarded These gifts are pack- ant, disposable razors, lip es. Port security controls, in cream, hand lotion, lip balm. to the same applicant for aged with the goal of giving balm, comb, hand lotion, the US and Canada, require Approximate sizes of up to three years, or until items of necessity, with a tissues us to scan the contents of ‘packages’ we use: medium the degree is obtained, little something extra, at a • Warm items: gloves, socks, any parcels before they go size shoe box or Christmas whichever comes first, time when these men and scarf, toque aboard ships. bags 12” (h), 10” (w) and provided that satisfactory women are feeling the lone- • A little something extra: If you want to support 5” (d). work is accomplished each liness of being away from playing cards, game book, our Christmas program but Drop donations at the year. their families. pen, Canada souvenir (pin/ don’t want to do a package, Mission (92 Tilley Lane, • Applications: Send Last year the Seafarers’ magnet/key chain), candy you can donate some of the Saint John) Monday – Fri- applications to the Bishop Mission distributed 219 (individually wrapped), noted items, earmarked day, noon – 5 p.m. For of Fredericton. Christmas packages to 11 chocolates, chocolate bars, specifically for Christmas, pick-up, call Bev at (506) ships during the Christmas Halloween sized bags of or donate cash (tax receipts 635-1731 or email < seaf@ Contributions to season. The crew members chips, gum. will be issued). nb.aibn.com > the scholarship were pleased! • Christmas card NOTE: We generally Thank you! Without help fund are most Ideas for items you could NOTE: Do not wrap indi- have a shortage of gloves, from others, we could not welcome. include in a Christmas pack- vidual items or the packag- shampoo, deodorant, shave provide these gifts. 506-459-1801