herald vol39 no1 jan feb 2013
TRANSCRIPT
HERALDCHRIST CHURCH DEER PARK TORONTO CANADA VOLUME 39 NUMBER 1
Dear friends
ldquoRemember you are dust and to dust you shall returnrdquo
WITH THESE WORDS ashes are smudged on our foreheads and we begin the fortyday journey into the season of Lent These forty days are meant to recall Jesusrsquo owntime of testing in the wilderness where he survived on minimal food water andshelter all the while confronting temptations to escape his plight with offers ofcomfort universal recognition and power
Metaphorically the season of Lent places us in the wilderness with Jesus where weintentionally choose to ldquodo withoutrdquo ndash a discipline that helps to remind us of ourutter reliance on God Because of its austerity Lent is sometimes seen as a bit of a downer while the rest of the world is out buying tulips and chocolate bunnies But it need not be so Lent is not about miserable self-loathing Instead it is anopportunity to strip away the excess baggage which separates us from authentic living in Christ In a world so full of noise and clutter Lent calls us to tune out thethings that keep us from a deep contemplation of who we really are and who Godis calling us to be For each of us the most alluring distractions are different SoLent is in many ways a very personal journey ndash our own opportunity to meet Godin the wilderness
As we approach Ash Wednesday once again I encourage you to embrace Lent in away that works for you Give something up or take something on that will help toreorient you so that God might ldquocreate in you a clean heart and renew a rightspirit within yourdquo (Psalm 5111) Then when Easter comes in all of its joyful glorythe newness of life given in the resurrection will be felt more deeply within each ofus
Rather than wishing you a happy Lent I wish you a holy Lent May it be a time ofself-awareness growth and renewal as we seek to live more fully into our identity asthe beloved children of God
The Reverend Kevin Robertson Rector
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KevinrsquosCorner
HERALD is published six times a year(Sept OctNov DecJan FebMarAprMay JuneJuly) by
Christ Church Deer Park1570 Yonge StreetToronto ON M4T 1Z8Tel 4169205211Fax 4169208400wwwthereslifehereorg
We welcome your submissions E-mail jkingthereslifehereorgor the editor (e-mail below)PARISH CLERGY
RectorThe Rev Kevin RobertsonAssociate PriestThe Rev Canon Douglas GraydonAssistant CurateThe Rev Julie MeakinHonorary AssistantsThe Rev Dr Peter SlaterThe Rev Dr Karen Hamilton
Ecumenical Partner
Organist amp Director of MusicEric RobertsonDirector of Childrenrsquos EducationNatalie KempCORPORATION
Rectorrsquos Warden (Property)Walter BlackwellPeoplersquos Warden (Finance)Robert MorrowDeputy Warden (Human Resources)Carolyn KearnsMember-at-Large (Parish Forum)Genevieve Chornenki
EDITORIAL COMMITTEE
EditorJoyce Hamilton (joyceiansympaticoca)MembersHenry Zaluski Photos Deirdre Malone Henry ZaluskiPeter Curzon Kate RiegerWebmasterBrian DenchPARISH STAFF
Parish Administrator amp Rectorrsquos AssistantJean KingBookkeeperElisabeth LunderSextonDenis Delisle
HERALD
eg ldquoThis is the day the Lord has made we will rejoice and beglad in itrdquo orldquoCreate in me a clean heart O God and renewa right spirit within merdquo Use any phrase that speaks to youRecall this phrase as you go about your daily activitieswaiting in traffic grocery line ups etc It will help to centreyou
Daily Review At the end of the day
1 Ask God ldquoFor what moment today am I most gratefulrdquo
2 Ask God ldquoFor what moment today am I least gratefulrdquoWhat made it so difficult
You can listen to a guided version of this online at wwwpray-as-you-goorg Click on Review of the Day
In Difficult TimesSituations
Place stones or glass beads which symbolize a harddifficultproblem near a cross Give this problem to God
Anglican Rosary
Did you know there is an Anglican Rosary Some peoplefind that touching the knots and repeating a word orphrase helps them focus their attention I have some in myoffice if you want to come and check it outhttpwwwsaintgabrielsorgrosaryhtml
At the end of this Lenten season ndashwhen we have journeyedwith Christ through his Passion ndash may we be transformedby his grace and love in a new and life-giving way
Wishing you a blessed Lent
The Reverend Julie Meakin Assistant Curate
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A Minute withDeacon Meakin
WE WILL SOON BE MOVING from the Season of Epiphany to that of Lent In the early church Lent began as a periodof preparation for adults who would be baptized at theEaster Vigil It was an intensive 40 days (imitating Christrsquos40 days in the desert) of instruction purification and preparation for their new life in Christ It was a time ofentering more consciously into the mystery of ChristrsquosPassover
In the words of the twentieth-century Anglican writerEvelyn Underhill Lent is ldquoa pause a retreat from lifersquosbusy surface to its solemn depthsrdquo The traditional Lentendisciplines are prayer fasting and almsgiving
We are probably used to ldquogiving something uprdquo for Lent ndashwe can fast from chocolate or caffeine You may have heardof a ldquocarbon fastrdquo such as driving less to save energy Wemight fast from the 6 orsquoclock news or from e-mail for aday When we fast from something we are making roomfor God to renew and transform us
When my husband and I clean our apartment vacuumingdusting organizing getting rid of things we often say toourselves ldquothe ldquochirdquo or energy feels much better nowrdquoThe place feels lighter there is space for energy to movearound We feel more energetic Similarly in Lent we aredoing the same for our inner lives ndash we are getting rid ofthings and cleaning off the dust that blocks the energy ofdivine love that is in our hearts These may be negativeattitudes or tendencies that have just become habit
When we engage in these Lenten practices we make spacefor God to work within us in new and life-changing waysWe are more able to receive the gift of Godrsquos self to us andlive out of it
Here are some practical suggestions for entering into aHoly Lent this year
Alphabet Prayers Good for FamiliesThe first person prays for somethingsomeone beginningwith the letter lsquoArsquo Continue following the alphabet untileveryone has had a chance This can be used for prayers ofthanks prayers for others etc
Phrase of the Day Choose a short phrase and use as your ldquophrase of the dayrdquo
Annual Meeting of VestrySunday February 24
1130amElliott Hall
The annual meeting of Vestry takes place toReview the year 2012 - Approve the Budget for 2013
Appoint Chairs of MinistriesAppoint and elect Churchwardens
Bring new business to the congregation
Sandwiches and refreshments will be servedDonations will be accepted to cover costs
A program for children and childcare will be available
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and a WelcomeI WOULD LIKE TO TAKE the opportunity to introduce myselfto Christ Church Deer Park My name is Natalie Kempand I am an Ontario Certified elementary School TeacherI have worked at Harbourfront Centre Camps for sevenyears and as Director of several day camps for four consec-utive years Last summer I worked as the Programing
Director for The Canadian International Student ServicesSt Michaelrsquos College UofT I am currently taking anAdditional Qualification course in Special Educationthrough OISE at UofT and am volunteering in aKindergarten class at Rolph Road Public School
I am very excited to begin this position and to continue towork with children and youth within the Toronto community
I believe that faith education should be fun and engagingfor all participants I plan on integrating scripture readingsinto a myriad of activities that are both active and creativeI want PromiseLand to be a place the children of the congregation are excited to attend each week PromiseLandwill provide a positive inclusive community where childrencan learn and be creative
I am also enthusiastic about beginningYAL (Young Anglican Leaders) Lunchand Learn sessions along with SocialAction Nights Once a month we willhave a one hour Lunch and Learn followingSundayrsquos service The first Lunch andLearn will be held on Sunday January 202013 Lunch and Learn afternoons aredesigned to talk about particular characters
in the bible and see how we can relate to them in 2013 I believe it is important to make connections between thebible and other literary works onersquos self and the worldOne Friday a month we will have a Social Action Nightwhich will provide an opportunity for YAL members toexplore different social justice issues around our local com-munity as well as the global community We will becomeaware of a variety of issues and will work together to createa plan of how we can assist a particular cause
I will post a schedule of the monthly YAL meetings on thebulletin board outside the Chapel of St Nicholas as wellas emailing parents and YAL members on a regular basis
I am very excited to begin my journey at Christ ChurchDeer Park and have been so grateful for all of the warmwelcomes I have received If you have any questions I canbe reached at nkempchristchurshdeerparkorg or in person on Sundays
Sincerely
Natalie KempDirector of Children and Youth Ministry
A ldquoFare thee wellrdquoIn December 27th CCDP bade a sad farewell to HilaryKeachie Director of Childrenrsquos Education for ChristChurch Deer Park since August 2010
Hilary in her time directing PromiseLand and overseeingthe activities and development of the members of YoungAnglican Leaders (YAL) has made an indelible impressionon the younger members youth and families of ChristChurch
Whether through her creative plans for integrating learninglessons with crafts projects to engage PromiseLand partici-pants of all ages or her supportive and enthusiastic stagingof annual pageants and other presentations Hilary has lefta wonderful legacy of caring and involvement during hertime at CCDP
Her inclusive manner patience warmth and excellent ideas for involving the children of CCDP in our churchrsquosoutreach initiatives will all be truly missed as she moves on to new opportunities and adventures in Germany
Luckily for us however shersquos brought her contacts to bearfor the benefit of Christ Churchrsquos families who are involvedin PromiseLand Prior to moving on from CCDP sheintroduced Natalie Kemp into our midst to become thenew Director of Childrenrsquos Educationhellipanother wonderfullegacy of Hilary and her many contributions to ChristChurch She will be hugely missed and remembered gratefully
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The Magi meet King Herod
Presenting the gifts
The Holy Family with the three Magi
Epiphany PageantI want to thank all of the PromiseLand children and YALmembers who participated in the Epiphany Pageant and a special thank you to Hilary for her assitance The serviceon Sunday January 6th was a true success I think these pictures help to capture and remind us of this special story
Henri Nouwen (1932-1996) was a Dutch-born spiritualthinker and writer with a background in psychology
He believed in and lived the ideal that Christians are healers who must use their individual gifts in the service ofothers At the end of his life Nouwen made his home atLrsquoArche Daybreak a community in Richmond Hill wherepeople with developmental disabilities live with assistants
Nouwen wrote Reaching Out in response to the questionldquoWhat does it mean to live a life in the Spirit of Jesus ChristrdquoHe said that he was moved to write it ldquobecause it is mygrowing conviction that my life belongs to others just as much as it belongs to myself and that what is experienced asmost unique often proves to be most solidly embedded in thecommon condition of being humanrdquo This insight is relevantto Christ Church Deer Park especially in light of our InThe Works working groups on hospitality healing ministriesand spiritual practices
Specifically this Lenten practice will involve
Sunday February 10 20121130 am - noon Pre-Lent Preparation
A short in-person orientation to Henri Nouwen his bookReaching Out plus some basic how-torsquos for new bloggersBooks available for inspection and purchase
Monday ndash SaturdayA time and location of your choice Daily Lenten Practice
Individual reading and reflection based on daily segmentsof Reaching Out with related questions or promptsConversing with others by typing your thoughts insightsquestions into the blog and responding to others
Sunday April 7 20131130 am - noon Post-Lent Debrief
A short in-person meeting to acknowledge the end of ourpractice and discuss how we grew and learned as a result
Please join the discussion and reflect on Nouwenrsquos threemovements (i) Reaching Out To Our Innermost Self (ii) Reaching Out to Our Fellow Human Beings (iii) Reaching Out to Our God
Blog Facilitators Genevieve Chornenki and BarbaraPepperdene
Join us in a Personal Lenten JourneyHenri Nouwenrsquos Reaching Out
THIS YEAR LENT BEGINS on Ash Wednesday (February13th) and continues for 46 days ending on HolySaturday (March 30th) The six intervening Sundays do not count as they are considered to be ldquomini-Eastersrdquoand thus constitute pause days
This Lent parishioners are invited to engage in forty-sixdays of personal reflection and electronic ldquoconversationsrdquobased on Reaching Out The Three Movements of theSpiritual Life by Henri Nouwen
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DougrsquosDiscourse
LENTEN LECTIONARY DISCUSSION GROUP An Invitation
In collaboration with parish clergy and the Lay MinistryCommittee CCDP wishes to build upon the success ofthe Advent Discussion Group by sponsoring a similargroup for the season of Lent However it arrives with anappropriate Lenten twist
Participants in the Advent Discussion Group reported thatthey valued the opportunity to either explore the lectionaryreadings for each Sunday of Advent or to reflect upon thesermon of the day The discussion groups were well attendedand generally fell into a 45 minute format which followedshortly after the 1000am service
When the Lay Ministry Committee met to explore Lentenadult educational opportunities we found the Sundayldquoafter churchrdquo schedule already committed to the importantbusiness of reviewing parish finances and then the 2013Vestry meeting The challenge became not how might wecontinue to build upon the success of the Advent programbut when
Lent is that Christian season where we turn our hearts andminds towards the spiritual preparation of journeying withChrist towards Easter Traditionally Lent is a time whenChristians give up some aspect of personal behaviour as an outward sign of preparation for Easter Such a Lentenpractice is made manifest through the action or witness of giving up alcohol dessert movies or whatever might be considered pleasurable
An equally valid Lenten observance is the opposite of the above The ldquotaking onrdquo of an additional practice or observance which helps one to focus upon the worshipinglife of the parish or the themes of the Lenten season
This Lenten season CCDP will sponsor a Sunday discussiongroup which will explore the Lectionary readings of eachSundayrsquos worship The discussion group will be scheduledbetween the 800 and 1000am services beginning shortlyafter 900am and ending by 945am Such a time slot isdesigned to invite worshippers from both the 800 and1000 congregations The discussion groups will be facilitated by both the clergy and laity of the parish and
weekly materials will be made available to participants through the parish website Details as to the location of thediscussion will be noted in the Sunday leaflets
The timing of this discussion group is a bit of an innovationfor CCDP Those who attend the 800am service are invitedto linger to explore the scriptural readings of the day whileldquoten orsquoclockerrsquosrdquo will be encouraged to come early for thesame opportunity As is the custom of Lent some will beinvited to ldquogive uprdquo their time on a Sunday morning whileothers will be challenged to ldquotake onrdquo the Lenten disciplineof arriving at church a little earlier on Sunday mornings
At its simplest Lent is a season where we examine onceagain our understanding of who God is and how Godmakes manifest Godrsquos divine grace through Jesus ChristExploring the meanings of scripture is a powerful way ofdoing exactly that I hope you will consider if only for 45minutes on a Sunday morning exploring with the clergyand others at CCDP our Lenten journey towards Easter as captured within our lectionary readings
The Reverend Canon Douglas Graydon Assistant Priest
Shrove Tuesday Pancake SupperTuesday February 12530 - 700 pmElliott Hall$5 for Adults Children enjoy for Free
Yummy pancakes syrup sausages and other goodthings Donrsquot mss it
Followed by Family Ash Wednesday Service - 700 pm
Ash Wednesday Services700 am 12 noon and 700 pm
The Chapel will be open all day on Wednesday for prayer and reflection
Sunday Services in LentFeb 17 24 March 3 10 17 24
800 am Holy Eucharist1000 am Holy Eucharist with choir
(church school amp childcare provided)
Holy Week and Easter ServicesPalm Sunday March 24810am Holy Eucharist with Palm Procession
Maundy Thursday March 287pm Sung Eucharist the Washing of Feet
followed by a Stripping of the Altar8pm Gethsemane Watch in the Chapel
Good Friday March 29915am Stations of the Cross
for Children amp Families11am Sung Solemn Liturgy1250pm Churches on-the-Hill Good Friday Walk4pm Good Friday Concert
Holy Saturday March 30730pm The Great Vigil of Easter
Holy Eucharistfollowed by the planting of the Easter Garden and a Resurrection Party
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Help us make Palm CrossesFriday March 22 930amin the Arthur Smith Room
Please join us
There will be people there toremind us how to make the crossesand also to demonstrate the technique for those new to the taskBring a pair of scissors with you
Easter Memorial FlowersIF YOU WOULD LIKE to contribute tothe cost of decorating the church forEaster please use the small brownenvelopes in the pews
If you would like to make yourdonation in memory of a loved oneprint the name of the person(s) tobe remembered on the envelope
Place the envelope in the offeringplate
Memorials will be included in theEaster bulletin
Donations may also be arranged through the office
andChrist Church Deer Park
present the
Good Friday ConcertMusic for a Most Holy DayFeaturing readings and music based onldquoSeven last words of Christ on the Crossrdquo
Special GuestArkadas String Quartet
Emily Kruspe violin Jamie Kruspe violinJessie Morrison viola Brandon Wilkie cello
and FeaturingSoloists and Choir of
Christ Church Deer ParkEric RobertsonMusic Director
March 29- 400pmAdmission FreeAll are Welcome
Easter Day March 31810am Holy Eucharist
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The point is all that made the water or the wood does notcease to exist It simply continues in a different form Theessence of the original cannot be destroyed You cannotdestroy matter That is a universal law that applies to allthings Every particle of the universe exists today as it hasexisted from the beginning of time I believe that includesthe essence of each of us I accept that it is a simple rule ofthe universe that all that exists has existed forever and willexist forever We may not understand the infinite permutationsbut we simply cannot deny the infinite
As far as the universe being some sort of cataclysmic accident Irsquoll refer to Albert Einstein He spent a great dealof his life as a proclaimed atheist Somewhere along theway he started having some doubts about the universebeing some sort of random accident I submit that Einsteinhad a better understanding of the universe than most of usBelow is an excerpt from an article on his thoughts
ldquoIn developing the theory of relativity Einstein realized thatthe equations led to the conclusion that the universe had a beginning He didnrsquot like the idea of a beginning becausehe thought one would have to conclude that the universewas created by God So he added a cosmological constantto the equation to attempt to get rid of the beginning He said this was one of the worst mistakes of his life Ofcourse the results of Edwin Hubble confirmed that theuniverse was expanding and had a beginning at some pointin the past So Einstein became a deist - a believer in animpersonal creator Godrdquo
Tim New
Tim New is the son of a friend of your editor Tim happenedto be at home during one of our visits Our friend had beenconcerned about the direction his life had been taking Over thecourse of the evening Tim and Ian carried on a conversation atthe kitchen table None of the rest of us were party to what theydiscussed but to this day Tim credits Ian and this conversationwith his new direction and perspectivewho knew (and hismother is very happy)
SHROVE TUESDAY OCCURS THE TUESDAY before AshWednesday It officially ends the season of Epiphany and is the vigil for the starting of Lent
Traditionally viewed as a day of repentance ShroveTuesday has become the last day for celebration and feastingbefore the period of fasting required during the Lentenseason The name ldquoShrove Tuesdayrdquo is derived from theword ldquoshriverdquo which means to confess and receive absolutionThe name denotes a period of cleansing wherein a personbrings their lusts and appetites under subjection throughabstention and self-sacrifice
The concept behind this practice is found in 1 Corinthians 927 where the Apostle Paul states ldquoI buffetmy body and make it my slaverdquo Ironically ShroveTuesday has evolved into a day of frivolity and indulgenceduring which people participate in as much pleasure andself-gratification as they can before Lent begins
At Christ Church Deer Park our delicious feast begins at530 and runs until 7pm Families in the Community eattogether on long tables sharing with Newcomers Singlesand Seniors It is a happy occasion where everyone isinvited into the Arthur Smith room for an Imposition ofthe Ashes ceremony intended for those who wonrsquot makeour Ash Wednesday services Please plan to join us
On EasterA REFLECTION
ON EASTER I thought I would write down some of mythoughts on religion I apologize in advance for my ramblings
On life after death This is one of the more perplexingissues Personally I am confident that the moment inwhich we shed our earthly skin is not the last moment It is simply a new beginning
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A Word fromthe Wardens
THERE HAVE BEEN some recent changes to our staff atCCDP
In December we bid farewell to Hilary Keachie our popular and energetic Director of Children amp YouthMinistry Corporation wishes Hilary success in all herfuture endeavors
The new Director of Children and Youth Ministry isNatalie Kemp Corporation welcomes Natalie to CCDPWith her training her experience and her enthusiasm webelieve that PromiseLand YAL and other ministries for ouryounger parishioners will flourish under Nataliersquos leadership
We also note the departure of The Reverend JoanneBillinger who was with us as an Assistant Curate for a shortperiod between assignments It was a pleasure havingJoanne with us again and wish her all the best in her newparish
We completed our second annual Stewardship campaign in December In view of the major campaign in Decemberof 2011 and an extremely successful ldquoOur-Faith Our-Hoperdquocampaign in 2012 it was decided that this yearrsquos Adventcampaign would be fairly low-keyed The results reflectedthat decision However both the Stewardship Committeeand Corporation believe strongly that having an annualcampaign is critical to ensure that our revenue continues tomeet our expenses Since some expenses will increase everyyear due to inflation efforts will have to be made to bringin increased annual revenue to offset these increases as wellas to fund increased program initiatives
Corporation is presently finalizing the financial statementsfor the 2012 year end developing the budget for 2013and completing all the other items required prior to Vestryon 24th of February
It appears that we will meet the operating budget for 2012However we still have very significant challenges for 2013
bull We have no reason to predict any significant increase inannual givings from the congregation ie income will be flat
bull Salaries and many regular expenses will be going up dueto inflation ie non-discretionary expenses will go upslightly
bull There is a deficit of about $100000 outstanding fromprevious years A loan from the 1870 Fund covers thisdeficit This loan should be paid off as soon as reasonable
bull The Building Fund is very nearly depleted and is currently insufficient to fund normal ldquocapital projectsrdquoThese generally run in the order of $50000 to $60000annually
For these reasons there will be no increases in the 2013budget over 2012 except for those items that are non-discretionary
The CCDP ldquoOur Faith ndash Our Hope Campaignrdquo was verysuccessful We have already received our first installment ofthe $406000 we will receive over the next five years Thesefunds are being put into a new ldquoRe-Imagining ChurchFundrdquo They will be used for new initiatives to build up ourparish as outlined in the CCDP ldquoOur Faith ndash Our HoperdquoParish Case Statement as follows
bull Additional staffing for new ministries (ie youth and pastoral care)
bull Capital projects that will enhance our mission and ministry
bull Technology to help us communicate in more innovativeways
bull Outreach projects ndash locally and globally
Corporation is currently developing a procedure for theallotment of the monies in the ldquoRe-Imagining ChurchFund ldquo
ldquoIn the Worksrdquo has working groups developing initiatives insix priority areas that have been identified Your participationin any of these groups is welcomed Check the Sunday bulletin for details A progress report on ldquoIn the Worksrdquowill be made at Vestry in February
Enjoy the rest of the winter
Walter Blackwell Rob Morrow Carolyn KearnsRectorrsquos Warden Peoplersquos Warden Deputy Warden
Genevieve ChornenkiMember-at-Large
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Social Matters
PLANET ENDANGERED IN MID JANUARY I took part with 130 other seekers in amoving vigil for planet Earth at the Church of the HolyTrinity It opened fittingly in the heart of this city built onancient Mississauga lands with smudging and prayers forwisdom guidance and strength We shared an originalliturgy celebrating in Jesusrsquo baptism Godrsquos purpose notonly for Jesus but for water Anglican Indigenous BishopMark MacDonald presided over the scripture readingshymns laments prayers and blessing of water
I found author Alanna Mitchellrsquos address riveting Ourvigil she said was in fact for planet Water mdash 71 of theEarthrsquos surface is ocean and it contains all but 1 ofEarthrsquos living space Water is the key to life If life in theocean dies so does life in the air In the five past massextinctions on Earth ldquochanges to the ocean played a starringrolerdquo over time carbon dioxide turned the ocean acidicand also by warming the air created vast swathes of oceandevoid of oxygen Siberian volcanic eruptions were thekilling mechanism in the last great extinction mdash of 95 of species mdash 252 million years ago Now we ourselves arethe erupting volcano Ocean is becoming ldquowarm sour andbreathlessrdquo the changes are speeding up and Its creaturesare having a hard time making shells coral reefs bonesIncreasing wild weather hurricanes floods extreme heatare not mere global warming ldquoscientists call it planetarydestabilizationrdquo she told us Five huge subtropical swathesof ocean mdash 40 of the planetrsquos surface mdash have become asoup of plastics (themselves fossil-based) disintegrated intofragments that are being ingested by ocean creaturesWater in our liturgy and life is healing renewal survivalbaptism redemption forgiveness and hope ldquoholding outthe dream of infinite possibilityrdquo We can forestall massiveextinction she urged we can stop using fossils in waysdamaging Earth we have the technology for a shift togreen energy Maybe the response across Canada to theldquoIdle No Morerdquo movement shows that we ourselves canput the puzzle together Perhaps the ending to the ldquoparableof the human reign on Earthrdquo will be one based onredemption love and success as we pull back from the
brink because we ldquotook the greatest challenge humans haveever faced and simply ran with itrdquo (Seehttpwwwtorontoanglicanca20130123vigil-for-earth-raises-environmental-aboriginal-concerns to download thetext)
In prayers Bishop MacDonald linked the indigenous searchfor justice with the need for eco-justice and care of theenvironment We drank from the bowl of water that hadbeen blessed and took small vials to pour into a treasuredlake or river as a sign of renewal Fear sorrow thanksgivingjoy and resolution filled our worship It was a blessedevening Lent is near the season to reflect on our lives Atthe vigil diocesan Social Justice and Advocacy consultantMurray Macadam urged us to take action raise these issuesin our congregation become active in environmentalorganizations talk to our MPs How can we show in ourpersonal and collective lives that we understand who we are and what care of Godrsquos creation means
Phyllis Creighton
MADISON HOUSE is a large house on Madison Avenuewhich was purchased in the 1950s by the Big Sisters ofMetropolitan Toronto - Betty Van Wyck was at one timePresident and Chairman of the Board of this organization
Now called Youth Link the agency offers treatment counselling and some residences and co-ops for teenagegirls and boys
Our ACW recently donated one of their hand-made quiltsto Madison House
In their thank you notes we are told that they had a hardtime deciding how best to use itand so on agreementthey drew names and and one lucky young womanreceived itto use while in residence and to take with herwhen she has her own apartment
A Gift and a Thank You
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Please join us as we celebrateWorld Day of Prayer
Friday March 1100 pm
Christ Church Deer ParkldquoI was a stranger and you welcomed merdquo
A brief history
THE ORIGINS OF THE WORLD DAY OF PRAYER date back tothe 19th century Christian women of the United Statesand Canada initiated a variety of cooperative activities in support of womenrsquos involvement in misson at home and in other parts of the world
Women had a vision of Christian unity as being essentialto their exercise of mission By 1897 women of sixdenominations had formed a joint committee for a unitedday of prayer for home missons In 1912 the WomanrsquosBoards of Foreign Missions called for a united day ofprayer for foreign missions
After the devastation of World War I women incorporatedthe conviction that world peace was intrinsically tied toworld mission Therefore the women renewed their effortsfor unity
In 1928 during an International Missionary Conferencein Jerusalem delegates agreed that worldwide participationwould be a bond of unity among women In 1930 HelenKim of Korea was chosen to be the first woman outside ofNorth America to write the order of worship for the WorldDay of Prayer
Each year one country is chosen to prepare the servicereadings related study topics plus stories about their countryall relating to the theme This yearrsquos program is presentedby the women of France
The World Day of Prayer is now a world-wide movementof Christian women of many denominations and traditions who come together to observe a common day of prayer each year to which all people are welcome
It is now a movement initiated and carried out bywomen in more that 170 countries and regions aroundthe world
Through World Day of Prayer women affirm thatprayer and action are inseparable and that both haveimmeasurable influence in the world
Hosting the World Day of Prayer celebration rotatesamong the Churches on--the-Hill This year CCDP hasthe honour
Our guest speaker will be former Member of ParliamentThe Hon John Godfrey
Comeadd your voice to the millions around the worldwho will be gathering in powerful prayer to share thesame service at the same time (and then share in the conversationand French treats after the service
Have you been to France Do you have photos memorabilia or stories to share
We would love to have you share them with us as wecelebrate France on this World Day of Prayer
Contact Elizabeth Joyspeak to her in church or callher at 416-487-3007Merci bien
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The GalleryIn the Arthur Smith Room
PARISH REGISTERIn MemoriumMary Joan Rowat
Dorothy Linton StewartReginald Victor Macauley Barnett
SpringLuncheon
Tuesday May 21 1200 noonMark you calendars now for this always anticipated event
Watch our Website and Sunday Bulletins for more details as the date draws near
Mark your calendars now for our annual
BOOK SALESaturday May 25th1000 am - 200 pm
WE WELCOME HELP with sorting and storing the books in theweeks leading up to May 25th We also need help in settingout the books on the day before as well as on the day of the sale
Of course we will neeed books toodrop off in the box in the Atriumpaperback hardcover coffee table LPs CDsVideos and DVDs but please NO encyclopaedias outdatedtext or business books
If you have any questions or wish to volunteer some timeplease call Anne Kear 416-924-3940
Dorothy Linton StewartIn her 85th year on January 5th 2013 after a
long illness
Dorothy was a congregant of Christ ChurchDeer Park since 2004 after she moved toToronto from Manhattan Dorothy was apainter and not only exhibited her work at
Christ Church Deer Park but in galleries in NewYork Montreal Boston Bilbao and Abu DhabiHer work was exuberant and she was a master ofcolour An artistrsquos artist she will be missed
CCDP has been offered a painting of Dorothyrsquosin appreciation of the warmth and caring thecommunity provided her in her latter years
Financial ForumsSunday February 17
After the 1000am serviceArthur Smith Room
Hosted by the Churchwardens to provide you with an opportunity to review budget figures and ask questions prior to the Vestry meeting
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JOIN US every second Sunday at 430 pm for this popular service of music a reflective reading prayers for our city and the world and great musicfeaturing some of Torontorsquosfinest jazz musicians
Jan 27 Tribute to Horace SilverGary WilliamsonpianoSteve McDade trumpetPerry White saxophoneScott Alexander bassBrian Barlow drumsTributereflection by Brian Barlow
Feb 10 Remembering George ShearingDon Thompson pianoNeil Swainson bass Tribute talk by Brian Barlow
Feb 24 Barry Elmes QuartetBarry White saxophoneReg Schwager guitarSteve Wallace bassBarry Elmes drums
March 10 24 April 7 21 May 1226Musicians TBA
May 26 Remembering Miles(a tribute to Miles Davis)Musicians TBA
June 23 Brian Barlow Big Band(part of the TD Toronto Jazz Festival)
From theOrgan Bench
ITrsquoS JANUARY and the musical events we so recently enjoyed overthe Christmas season are still freshin our minds In particular theCCDP choir was delighted to par-ticipate in the fourth annual CityCarol Sing held at Yorkminster ParkBaptist There along with interna-tional opera stars Richard Margisonand Russell Braun actress Fiona
Reid the True North Brass the Larkin Singers theCanadian Childrenrsquos Opera Company the Choir ofYorkminster Park Baptist and Citytvrsquos Gord Martineau(with additional administrative support provided by NineSparrows Arts Foundation) we helped raise money forfood banks across Canada and more than $1600000 forthe Churches-on-the-Hill Food Bank
As we all know Easter arrives very early this year Pleasejoin us on Good Friday (March 29th) at 4pm for ourannual Christ Church Deer Park and Nine Sparrows ArtsFoundation presentation of ldquoThe Good Friday Concert ndashMusic for a Most Holy Dayrdquo when we will be presentingreadings and music based on the ldquoSeven Last Words ofChrist on the Crossrdquo Along with the CCDP soloists andchoir this yearrsquos concert will feature our special guest theArkadas String Quartet (Emily Kruspe violin JamieKruspe violin Jessie Morrison viola Brandon Wilkiecello) Yoursquoll be able to find further information about theconcert and the Arkadas String Quartet on the NineSparrows website (www9sparrowsartsorg) and the Musicpage of the CCDP website(wwwchristchurchdeerparkorg) As always admission tothe concert will be free (donations welcome) so comealong and bring a friend to what promises to be a very spe-cial event
In closing Irsquod like to mention that our LunchtimeChamber Music series has resumed and continues everyThursday until the end of June (with the exception ofMaundy Thursday ndash March 28th) If you have a chance
drop by the sanctuary on Thursdays at 1210pm to hearboth established artists and rising stars perform Admissionis free (donations are )welcome Bring your lunch and enjoy
Eric Robertson Organist amp Director of Music
If yoursquore interested in finding out more about the ChristChurch music program please contact me through theMusic page of the CCDP website
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Welcome to the Book Club
We invite all those who enjoy reading to come to our gatherings in 2013 to be held on Wednesdays
730 pmin the Arthur Smith Room
Please join us for lively conversation refreshments and wine
or your own choice of beverage
On February 27we will discuss any short stories of your choice by
Alice Munroe
On March 27the book is
Linden McIntyrersquos ldquoThe Bishoprsquos Manrdquo
The books for our spring meetings on April 24 andMay 29 will be announced later
For information call Anne Kear 416-924-3940
Remember to check our website for updates on these and other events
wwwthereslifehereorg
Christmas
FairDEBORAH WILKINSON AND BARBARAJOHNSTON Co-chairs along with Jayne MilesSimpson Emily Chatten Anne LarkinElizabeth Joy Lynn Lovekin Norma Ross JillBuckworth Judith Maxwell Pat AndersonJoyce Hamilton Lorna Lang Mary LouThompson and so many others hosted a verysuccessful Christmas Fair
Promiseland workers arrived at 8am to prepareand serve cookies muffins and StarbucksCoffee It was chilly outside but the Reindeerand those waiting in line certainly appreciatedthe treats
Our thanks to everyone
We had fun creating and coordinating thisChurchCommunity Event We are bothworking professionals as well as mothershosting an event of this magnitude demands a great deal of time One suggestion is todivide the event into smaller areas with committed people ldquomanagingrdquo each
The proceeds ($10000) are goimg towardChurch programs as well as the Churches on-the-Hill Food Bank
We are very grateful to Starbucks SheridanNurseries Sobeyrsquos Shoppersrsquo Drug MartLoblaws and Gingerrsquos Florist Please supportthe businesses in our area who support ourinitiativesTransitions
Your trusted partner in change
Jennifer Tivilukfounder and principal
4165760690transitionsstartca
yourtransitionpartnercom
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Hark Consider advertisingin the HERALDHERALD is published 5 times per year SeptOctNovDec JanFeb AprilMay JuneJuly Ad rates are very reasonablewe can even design your ad if requiredAnd since the HERALD is posted in full to our websitewwwthereslifehereorg your advertisements will also get exposure on the internet
For details and rates contact Elisabeth Lunder in theParish Office
HERALDDeadline for the next HERALD is April 17
DO YOU HAVE AN IDEA for an article Perhaps a feature on an unsung hero in the parish A special memory An historical fact Please speak to one of the clergy or to the Editor
Articles and announcements may be submitted at any time up to the deadline Just leave in the box in the Atrium or e-mail the editor at joyceiansympaticoca
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Dr Andrea PerriconeChiropractor amp Acupuncture provider
1366 Yonge St Suite 208 (416) 985-1911(south of St Clair at Balmoral) perriconedcgmailcom
Feel like being more involved Donrsquot have much time but want to help out Feeling new but want to join in Been here a while but havenrsquot been involved Have ideas to share
Join usTHERErsquoS LIFE HERE in what we do how we get together and what gets done
New members are always welcome to join any group atCCDPchoose one that interests you
Volunteers WelcomeTAKE A TURN at the Holy Grounds Cafeacutewith a friend as a familyitrsquos fun and your efforts are always appreciated
Please sign up on the sheet just inside the kitchen or speakto Jane Miles Simpson
Saturday April 20WE ARE EVEN NOW accepting contributions for the saleSome ideas to get you started - gently used clothing(menrsquos womenrsquos childrenrsquos) household items (cutlerydishes glasses linens) jewellery treasures games and
puzzlesthe list goes on
So whether you are downsizing or just spring cleaningremember the Rummage Sale Please look through yourclosetsmake room for the new and let us have what youdonrsquot need anymore(You can tell your friends too)
Drop off your items in the box in the Atrium)
And as the date draws nearer you will be hearing frommecount on it
Thank you
Maxine Henry Rummage Sale Co-ordinatormaxinethemaximizeryahooca 416-590-1008
SpringRummage
SALE
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Dear friends
ldquoRemember you are dust and to dust you shall returnrdquo
WITH THESE WORDS ashes are smudged on our foreheads and we begin the fortyday journey into the season of Lent These forty days are meant to recall Jesusrsquo owntime of testing in the wilderness where he survived on minimal food water andshelter all the while confronting temptations to escape his plight with offers ofcomfort universal recognition and power
Metaphorically the season of Lent places us in the wilderness with Jesus where weintentionally choose to ldquodo withoutrdquo ndash a discipline that helps to remind us of ourutter reliance on God Because of its austerity Lent is sometimes seen as a bit of a downer while the rest of the world is out buying tulips and chocolate bunnies But it need not be so Lent is not about miserable self-loathing Instead it is anopportunity to strip away the excess baggage which separates us from authentic living in Christ In a world so full of noise and clutter Lent calls us to tune out thethings that keep us from a deep contemplation of who we really are and who Godis calling us to be For each of us the most alluring distractions are different SoLent is in many ways a very personal journey ndash our own opportunity to meet Godin the wilderness
As we approach Ash Wednesday once again I encourage you to embrace Lent in away that works for you Give something up or take something on that will help toreorient you so that God might ldquocreate in you a clean heart and renew a rightspirit within yourdquo (Psalm 5111) Then when Easter comes in all of its joyful glorythe newness of life given in the resurrection will be felt more deeply within each ofus
Rather than wishing you a happy Lent I wish you a holy Lent May it be a time ofself-awareness growth and renewal as we seek to live more fully into our identity asthe beloved children of God
The Reverend Kevin Robertson Rector
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KevinrsquosCorner
HERALD is published six times a year(Sept OctNov DecJan FebMarAprMay JuneJuly) by
Christ Church Deer Park1570 Yonge StreetToronto ON M4T 1Z8Tel 4169205211Fax 4169208400wwwthereslifehereorg
We welcome your submissions E-mail jkingthereslifehereorgor the editor (e-mail below)PARISH CLERGY
RectorThe Rev Kevin RobertsonAssociate PriestThe Rev Canon Douglas GraydonAssistant CurateThe Rev Julie MeakinHonorary AssistantsThe Rev Dr Peter SlaterThe Rev Dr Karen Hamilton
Ecumenical Partner
Organist amp Director of MusicEric RobertsonDirector of Childrenrsquos EducationNatalie KempCORPORATION
Rectorrsquos Warden (Property)Walter BlackwellPeoplersquos Warden (Finance)Robert MorrowDeputy Warden (Human Resources)Carolyn KearnsMember-at-Large (Parish Forum)Genevieve Chornenki
EDITORIAL COMMITTEE
EditorJoyce Hamilton (joyceiansympaticoca)MembersHenry Zaluski Photos Deirdre Malone Henry ZaluskiPeter Curzon Kate RiegerWebmasterBrian DenchPARISH STAFF
Parish Administrator amp Rectorrsquos AssistantJean KingBookkeeperElisabeth LunderSextonDenis Delisle
HERALD
eg ldquoThis is the day the Lord has made we will rejoice and beglad in itrdquo orldquoCreate in me a clean heart O God and renewa right spirit within merdquo Use any phrase that speaks to youRecall this phrase as you go about your daily activitieswaiting in traffic grocery line ups etc It will help to centreyou
Daily Review At the end of the day
1 Ask God ldquoFor what moment today am I most gratefulrdquo
2 Ask God ldquoFor what moment today am I least gratefulrdquoWhat made it so difficult
You can listen to a guided version of this online at wwwpray-as-you-goorg Click on Review of the Day
In Difficult TimesSituations
Place stones or glass beads which symbolize a harddifficultproblem near a cross Give this problem to God
Anglican Rosary
Did you know there is an Anglican Rosary Some peoplefind that touching the knots and repeating a word orphrase helps them focus their attention I have some in myoffice if you want to come and check it outhttpwwwsaintgabrielsorgrosaryhtml
At the end of this Lenten season ndashwhen we have journeyedwith Christ through his Passion ndash may we be transformedby his grace and love in a new and life-giving way
Wishing you a blessed Lent
The Reverend Julie Meakin Assistant Curate
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A Minute withDeacon Meakin
WE WILL SOON BE MOVING from the Season of Epiphany to that of Lent In the early church Lent began as a periodof preparation for adults who would be baptized at theEaster Vigil It was an intensive 40 days (imitating Christrsquos40 days in the desert) of instruction purification and preparation for their new life in Christ It was a time ofentering more consciously into the mystery of ChristrsquosPassover
In the words of the twentieth-century Anglican writerEvelyn Underhill Lent is ldquoa pause a retreat from lifersquosbusy surface to its solemn depthsrdquo The traditional Lentendisciplines are prayer fasting and almsgiving
We are probably used to ldquogiving something uprdquo for Lent ndashwe can fast from chocolate or caffeine You may have heardof a ldquocarbon fastrdquo such as driving less to save energy Wemight fast from the 6 orsquoclock news or from e-mail for aday When we fast from something we are making roomfor God to renew and transform us
When my husband and I clean our apartment vacuumingdusting organizing getting rid of things we often say toourselves ldquothe ldquochirdquo or energy feels much better nowrdquoThe place feels lighter there is space for energy to movearound We feel more energetic Similarly in Lent we aredoing the same for our inner lives ndash we are getting rid ofthings and cleaning off the dust that blocks the energy ofdivine love that is in our hearts These may be negativeattitudes or tendencies that have just become habit
When we engage in these Lenten practices we make spacefor God to work within us in new and life-changing waysWe are more able to receive the gift of Godrsquos self to us andlive out of it
Here are some practical suggestions for entering into aHoly Lent this year
Alphabet Prayers Good for FamiliesThe first person prays for somethingsomeone beginningwith the letter lsquoArsquo Continue following the alphabet untileveryone has had a chance This can be used for prayers ofthanks prayers for others etc
Phrase of the Day Choose a short phrase and use as your ldquophrase of the dayrdquo
Annual Meeting of VestrySunday February 24
1130amElliott Hall
The annual meeting of Vestry takes place toReview the year 2012 - Approve the Budget for 2013
Appoint Chairs of MinistriesAppoint and elect Churchwardens
Bring new business to the congregation
Sandwiches and refreshments will be servedDonations will be accepted to cover costs
A program for children and childcare will be available
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and a WelcomeI WOULD LIKE TO TAKE the opportunity to introduce myselfto Christ Church Deer Park My name is Natalie Kempand I am an Ontario Certified elementary School TeacherI have worked at Harbourfront Centre Camps for sevenyears and as Director of several day camps for four consec-utive years Last summer I worked as the Programing
Director for The Canadian International Student ServicesSt Michaelrsquos College UofT I am currently taking anAdditional Qualification course in Special Educationthrough OISE at UofT and am volunteering in aKindergarten class at Rolph Road Public School
I am very excited to begin this position and to continue towork with children and youth within the Toronto community
I believe that faith education should be fun and engagingfor all participants I plan on integrating scripture readingsinto a myriad of activities that are both active and creativeI want PromiseLand to be a place the children of the congregation are excited to attend each week PromiseLandwill provide a positive inclusive community where childrencan learn and be creative
I am also enthusiastic about beginningYAL (Young Anglican Leaders) Lunchand Learn sessions along with SocialAction Nights Once a month we willhave a one hour Lunch and Learn followingSundayrsquos service The first Lunch andLearn will be held on Sunday January 202013 Lunch and Learn afternoons aredesigned to talk about particular characters
in the bible and see how we can relate to them in 2013 I believe it is important to make connections between thebible and other literary works onersquos self and the worldOne Friday a month we will have a Social Action Nightwhich will provide an opportunity for YAL members toexplore different social justice issues around our local com-munity as well as the global community We will becomeaware of a variety of issues and will work together to createa plan of how we can assist a particular cause
I will post a schedule of the monthly YAL meetings on thebulletin board outside the Chapel of St Nicholas as wellas emailing parents and YAL members on a regular basis
I am very excited to begin my journey at Christ ChurchDeer Park and have been so grateful for all of the warmwelcomes I have received If you have any questions I canbe reached at nkempchristchurshdeerparkorg or in person on Sundays
Sincerely
Natalie KempDirector of Children and Youth Ministry
A ldquoFare thee wellrdquoIn December 27th CCDP bade a sad farewell to HilaryKeachie Director of Childrenrsquos Education for ChristChurch Deer Park since August 2010
Hilary in her time directing PromiseLand and overseeingthe activities and development of the members of YoungAnglican Leaders (YAL) has made an indelible impressionon the younger members youth and families of ChristChurch
Whether through her creative plans for integrating learninglessons with crafts projects to engage PromiseLand partici-pants of all ages or her supportive and enthusiastic stagingof annual pageants and other presentations Hilary has lefta wonderful legacy of caring and involvement during hertime at CCDP
Her inclusive manner patience warmth and excellent ideas for involving the children of CCDP in our churchrsquosoutreach initiatives will all be truly missed as she moves on to new opportunities and adventures in Germany
Luckily for us however shersquos brought her contacts to bearfor the benefit of Christ Churchrsquos families who are involvedin PromiseLand Prior to moving on from CCDP sheintroduced Natalie Kemp into our midst to become thenew Director of Childrenrsquos Educationhellipanother wonderfullegacy of Hilary and her many contributions to ChristChurch She will be hugely missed and remembered gratefully
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The Magi meet King Herod
Presenting the gifts
The Holy Family with the three Magi
Epiphany PageantI want to thank all of the PromiseLand children and YALmembers who participated in the Epiphany Pageant and a special thank you to Hilary for her assitance The serviceon Sunday January 6th was a true success I think these pictures help to capture and remind us of this special story
Henri Nouwen (1932-1996) was a Dutch-born spiritualthinker and writer with a background in psychology
He believed in and lived the ideal that Christians are healers who must use their individual gifts in the service ofothers At the end of his life Nouwen made his home atLrsquoArche Daybreak a community in Richmond Hill wherepeople with developmental disabilities live with assistants
Nouwen wrote Reaching Out in response to the questionldquoWhat does it mean to live a life in the Spirit of Jesus ChristrdquoHe said that he was moved to write it ldquobecause it is mygrowing conviction that my life belongs to others just as much as it belongs to myself and that what is experienced asmost unique often proves to be most solidly embedded in thecommon condition of being humanrdquo This insight is relevantto Christ Church Deer Park especially in light of our InThe Works working groups on hospitality healing ministriesand spiritual practices
Specifically this Lenten practice will involve
Sunday February 10 20121130 am - noon Pre-Lent Preparation
A short in-person orientation to Henri Nouwen his bookReaching Out plus some basic how-torsquos for new bloggersBooks available for inspection and purchase
Monday ndash SaturdayA time and location of your choice Daily Lenten Practice
Individual reading and reflection based on daily segmentsof Reaching Out with related questions or promptsConversing with others by typing your thoughts insightsquestions into the blog and responding to others
Sunday April 7 20131130 am - noon Post-Lent Debrief
A short in-person meeting to acknowledge the end of ourpractice and discuss how we grew and learned as a result
Please join the discussion and reflect on Nouwenrsquos threemovements (i) Reaching Out To Our Innermost Self (ii) Reaching Out to Our Fellow Human Beings (iii) Reaching Out to Our God
Blog Facilitators Genevieve Chornenki and BarbaraPepperdene
Join us in a Personal Lenten JourneyHenri Nouwenrsquos Reaching Out
THIS YEAR LENT BEGINS on Ash Wednesday (February13th) and continues for 46 days ending on HolySaturday (March 30th) The six intervening Sundays do not count as they are considered to be ldquomini-Eastersrdquoand thus constitute pause days
This Lent parishioners are invited to engage in forty-sixdays of personal reflection and electronic ldquoconversationsrdquobased on Reaching Out The Three Movements of theSpiritual Life by Henri Nouwen
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DougrsquosDiscourse
LENTEN LECTIONARY DISCUSSION GROUP An Invitation
In collaboration with parish clergy and the Lay MinistryCommittee CCDP wishes to build upon the success ofthe Advent Discussion Group by sponsoring a similargroup for the season of Lent However it arrives with anappropriate Lenten twist
Participants in the Advent Discussion Group reported thatthey valued the opportunity to either explore the lectionaryreadings for each Sunday of Advent or to reflect upon thesermon of the day The discussion groups were well attendedand generally fell into a 45 minute format which followedshortly after the 1000am service
When the Lay Ministry Committee met to explore Lentenadult educational opportunities we found the Sundayldquoafter churchrdquo schedule already committed to the importantbusiness of reviewing parish finances and then the 2013Vestry meeting The challenge became not how might wecontinue to build upon the success of the Advent programbut when
Lent is that Christian season where we turn our hearts andminds towards the spiritual preparation of journeying withChrist towards Easter Traditionally Lent is a time whenChristians give up some aspect of personal behaviour as an outward sign of preparation for Easter Such a Lentenpractice is made manifest through the action or witness of giving up alcohol dessert movies or whatever might be considered pleasurable
An equally valid Lenten observance is the opposite of the above The ldquotaking onrdquo of an additional practice or observance which helps one to focus upon the worshipinglife of the parish or the themes of the Lenten season
This Lenten season CCDP will sponsor a Sunday discussiongroup which will explore the Lectionary readings of eachSundayrsquos worship The discussion group will be scheduledbetween the 800 and 1000am services beginning shortlyafter 900am and ending by 945am Such a time slot isdesigned to invite worshippers from both the 800 and1000 congregations The discussion groups will be facilitated by both the clergy and laity of the parish and
weekly materials will be made available to participants through the parish website Details as to the location of thediscussion will be noted in the Sunday leaflets
The timing of this discussion group is a bit of an innovationfor CCDP Those who attend the 800am service are invitedto linger to explore the scriptural readings of the day whileldquoten orsquoclockerrsquosrdquo will be encouraged to come early for thesame opportunity As is the custom of Lent some will beinvited to ldquogive uprdquo their time on a Sunday morning whileothers will be challenged to ldquotake onrdquo the Lenten disciplineof arriving at church a little earlier on Sunday mornings
At its simplest Lent is a season where we examine onceagain our understanding of who God is and how Godmakes manifest Godrsquos divine grace through Jesus ChristExploring the meanings of scripture is a powerful way ofdoing exactly that I hope you will consider if only for 45minutes on a Sunday morning exploring with the clergyand others at CCDP our Lenten journey towards Easter as captured within our lectionary readings
The Reverend Canon Douglas Graydon Assistant Priest
Shrove Tuesday Pancake SupperTuesday February 12530 - 700 pmElliott Hall$5 for Adults Children enjoy for Free
Yummy pancakes syrup sausages and other goodthings Donrsquot mss it
Followed by Family Ash Wednesday Service - 700 pm
Ash Wednesday Services700 am 12 noon and 700 pm
The Chapel will be open all day on Wednesday for prayer and reflection
Sunday Services in LentFeb 17 24 March 3 10 17 24
800 am Holy Eucharist1000 am Holy Eucharist with choir
(church school amp childcare provided)
Holy Week and Easter ServicesPalm Sunday March 24810am Holy Eucharist with Palm Procession
Maundy Thursday March 287pm Sung Eucharist the Washing of Feet
followed by a Stripping of the Altar8pm Gethsemane Watch in the Chapel
Good Friday March 29915am Stations of the Cross
for Children amp Families11am Sung Solemn Liturgy1250pm Churches on-the-Hill Good Friday Walk4pm Good Friday Concert
Holy Saturday March 30730pm The Great Vigil of Easter
Holy Eucharistfollowed by the planting of the Easter Garden and a Resurrection Party
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Help us make Palm CrossesFriday March 22 930amin the Arthur Smith Room
Please join us
There will be people there toremind us how to make the crossesand also to demonstrate the technique for those new to the taskBring a pair of scissors with you
Easter Memorial FlowersIF YOU WOULD LIKE to contribute tothe cost of decorating the church forEaster please use the small brownenvelopes in the pews
If you would like to make yourdonation in memory of a loved oneprint the name of the person(s) tobe remembered on the envelope
Place the envelope in the offeringplate
Memorials will be included in theEaster bulletin
Donations may also be arranged through the office
andChrist Church Deer Park
present the
Good Friday ConcertMusic for a Most Holy DayFeaturing readings and music based onldquoSeven last words of Christ on the Crossrdquo
Special GuestArkadas String Quartet
Emily Kruspe violin Jamie Kruspe violinJessie Morrison viola Brandon Wilkie cello
and FeaturingSoloists and Choir of
Christ Church Deer ParkEric RobertsonMusic Director
March 29- 400pmAdmission FreeAll are Welcome
Easter Day March 31810am Holy Eucharist
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The point is all that made the water or the wood does notcease to exist It simply continues in a different form Theessence of the original cannot be destroyed You cannotdestroy matter That is a universal law that applies to allthings Every particle of the universe exists today as it hasexisted from the beginning of time I believe that includesthe essence of each of us I accept that it is a simple rule ofthe universe that all that exists has existed forever and willexist forever We may not understand the infinite permutationsbut we simply cannot deny the infinite
As far as the universe being some sort of cataclysmic accident Irsquoll refer to Albert Einstein He spent a great dealof his life as a proclaimed atheist Somewhere along theway he started having some doubts about the universebeing some sort of random accident I submit that Einsteinhad a better understanding of the universe than most of usBelow is an excerpt from an article on his thoughts
ldquoIn developing the theory of relativity Einstein realized thatthe equations led to the conclusion that the universe had a beginning He didnrsquot like the idea of a beginning becausehe thought one would have to conclude that the universewas created by God So he added a cosmological constantto the equation to attempt to get rid of the beginning He said this was one of the worst mistakes of his life Ofcourse the results of Edwin Hubble confirmed that theuniverse was expanding and had a beginning at some pointin the past So Einstein became a deist - a believer in animpersonal creator Godrdquo
Tim New
Tim New is the son of a friend of your editor Tim happenedto be at home during one of our visits Our friend had beenconcerned about the direction his life had been taking Over thecourse of the evening Tim and Ian carried on a conversation atthe kitchen table None of the rest of us were party to what theydiscussed but to this day Tim credits Ian and this conversationwith his new direction and perspectivewho knew (and hismother is very happy)
SHROVE TUESDAY OCCURS THE TUESDAY before AshWednesday It officially ends the season of Epiphany and is the vigil for the starting of Lent
Traditionally viewed as a day of repentance ShroveTuesday has become the last day for celebration and feastingbefore the period of fasting required during the Lentenseason The name ldquoShrove Tuesdayrdquo is derived from theword ldquoshriverdquo which means to confess and receive absolutionThe name denotes a period of cleansing wherein a personbrings their lusts and appetites under subjection throughabstention and self-sacrifice
The concept behind this practice is found in 1 Corinthians 927 where the Apostle Paul states ldquoI buffetmy body and make it my slaverdquo Ironically ShroveTuesday has evolved into a day of frivolity and indulgenceduring which people participate in as much pleasure andself-gratification as they can before Lent begins
At Christ Church Deer Park our delicious feast begins at530 and runs until 7pm Families in the Community eattogether on long tables sharing with Newcomers Singlesand Seniors It is a happy occasion where everyone isinvited into the Arthur Smith room for an Imposition ofthe Ashes ceremony intended for those who wonrsquot makeour Ash Wednesday services Please plan to join us
On EasterA REFLECTION
ON EASTER I thought I would write down some of mythoughts on religion I apologize in advance for my ramblings
On life after death This is one of the more perplexingissues Personally I am confident that the moment inwhich we shed our earthly skin is not the last moment It is simply a new beginning
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A Word fromthe Wardens
THERE HAVE BEEN some recent changes to our staff atCCDP
In December we bid farewell to Hilary Keachie our popular and energetic Director of Children amp YouthMinistry Corporation wishes Hilary success in all herfuture endeavors
The new Director of Children and Youth Ministry isNatalie Kemp Corporation welcomes Natalie to CCDPWith her training her experience and her enthusiasm webelieve that PromiseLand YAL and other ministries for ouryounger parishioners will flourish under Nataliersquos leadership
We also note the departure of The Reverend JoanneBillinger who was with us as an Assistant Curate for a shortperiod between assignments It was a pleasure havingJoanne with us again and wish her all the best in her newparish
We completed our second annual Stewardship campaign in December In view of the major campaign in Decemberof 2011 and an extremely successful ldquoOur-Faith Our-Hoperdquocampaign in 2012 it was decided that this yearrsquos Adventcampaign would be fairly low-keyed The results reflectedthat decision However both the Stewardship Committeeand Corporation believe strongly that having an annualcampaign is critical to ensure that our revenue continues tomeet our expenses Since some expenses will increase everyyear due to inflation efforts will have to be made to bringin increased annual revenue to offset these increases as wellas to fund increased program initiatives
Corporation is presently finalizing the financial statementsfor the 2012 year end developing the budget for 2013and completing all the other items required prior to Vestryon 24th of February
It appears that we will meet the operating budget for 2012However we still have very significant challenges for 2013
bull We have no reason to predict any significant increase inannual givings from the congregation ie income will be flat
bull Salaries and many regular expenses will be going up dueto inflation ie non-discretionary expenses will go upslightly
bull There is a deficit of about $100000 outstanding fromprevious years A loan from the 1870 Fund covers thisdeficit This loan should be paid off as soon as reasonable
bull The Building Fund is very nearly depleted and is currently insufficient to fund normal ldquocapital projectsrdquoThese generally run in the order of $50000 to $60000annually
For these reasons there will be no increases in the 2013budget over 2012 except for those items that are non-discretionary
The CCDP ldquoOur Faith ndash Our Hope Campaignrdquo was verysuccessful We have already received our first installment ofthe $406000 we will receive over the next five years Thesefunds are being put into a new ldquoRe-Imagining ChurchFundrdquo They will be used for new initiatives to build up ourparish as outlined in the CCDP ldquoOur Faith ndash Our HoperdquoParish Case Statement as follows
bull Additional staffing for new ministries (ie youth and pastoral care)
bull Capital projects that will enhance our mission and ministry
bull Technology to help us communicate in more innovativeways
bull Outreach projects ndash locally and globally
Corporation is currently developing a procedure for theallotment of the monies in the ldquoRe-Imagining ChurchFund ldquo
ldquoIn the Worksrdquo has working groups developing initiatives insix priority areas that have been identified Your participationin any of these groups is welcomed Check the Sunday bulletin for details A progress report on ldquoIn the Worksrdquowill be made at Vestry in February
Enjoy the rest of the winter
Walter Blackwell Rob Morrow Carolyn KearnsRectorrsquos Warden Peoplersquos Warden Deputy Warden
Genevieve ChornenkiMember-at-Large
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CHRIST CHURCH DEER PARK JANUARYFEBRUARY 2013
Social Matters
PLANET ENDANGERED IN MID JANUARY I took part with 130 other seekers in amoving vigil for planet Earth at the Church of the HolyTrinity It opened fittingly in the heart of this city built onancient Mississauga lands with smudging and prayers forwisdom guidance and strength We shared an originalliturgy celebrating in Jesusrsquo baptism Godrsquos purpose notonly for Jesus but for water Anglican Indigenous BishopMark MacDonald presided over the scripture readingshymns laments prayers and blessing of water
I found author Alanna Mitchellrsquos address riveting Ourvigil she said was in fact for planet Water mdash 71 of theEarthrsquos surface is ocean and it contains all but 1 ofEarthrsquos living space Water is the key to life If life in theocean dies so does life in the air In the five past massextinctions on Earth ldquochanges to the ocean played a starringrolerdquo over time carbon dioxide turned the ocean acidicand also by warming the air created vast swathes of oceandevoid of oxygen Siberian volcanic eruptions were thekilling mechanism in the last great extinction mdash of 95 of species mdash 252 million years ago Now we ourselves arethe erupting volcano Ocean is becoming ldquowarm sour andbreathlessrdquo the changes are speeding up and Its creaturesare having a hard time making shells coral reefs bonesIncreasing wild weather hurricanes floods extreme heatare not mere global warming ldquoscientists call it planetarydestabilizationrdquo she told us Five huge subtropical swathesof ocean mdash 40 of the planetrsquos surface mdash have become asoup of plastics (themselves fossil-based) disintegrated intofragments that are being ingested by ocean creaturesWater in our liturgy and life is healing renewal survivalbaptism redemption forgiveness and hope ldquoholding outthe dream of infinite possibilityrdquo We can forestall massiveextinction she urged we can stop using fossils in waysdamaging Earth we have the technology for a shift togreen energy Maybe the response across Canada to theldquoIdle No Morerdquo movement shows that we ourselves canput the puzzle together Perhaps the ending to the ldquoparableof the human reign on Earthrdquo will be one based onredemption love and success as we pull back from the
brink because we ldquotook the greatest challenge humans haveever faced and simply ran with itrdquo (Seehttpwwwtorontoanglicanca20130123vigil-for-earth-raises-environmental-aboriginal-concerns to download thetext)
In prayers Bishop MacDonald linked the indigenous searchfor justice with the need for eco-justice and care of theenvironment We drank from the bowl of water that hadbeen blessed and took small vials to pour into a treasuredlake or river as a sign of renewal Fear sorrow thanksgivingjoy and resolution filled our worship It was a blessedevening Lent is near the season to reflect on our lives Atthe vigil diocesan Social Justice and Advocacy consultantMurray Macadam urged us to take action raise these issuesin our congregation become active in environmentalorganizations talk to our MPs How can we show in ourpersonal and collective lives that we understand who we are and what care of Godrsquos creation means
Phyllis Creighton
MADISON HOUSE is a large house on Madison Avenuewhich was purchased in the 1950s by the Big Sisters ofMetropolitan Toronto - Betty Van Wyck was at one timePresident and Chairman of the Board of this organization
Now called Youth Link the agency offers treatment counselling and some residences and co-ops for teenagegirls and boys
Our ACW recently donated one of their hand-made quiltsto Madison House
In their thank you notes we are told that they had a hardtime deciding how best to use itand so on agreementthey drew names and and one lucky young womanreceived itto use while in residence and to take with herwhen she has her own apartment
A Gift and a Thank You
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Please join us as we celebrateWorld Day of Prayer
Friday March 1100 pm
Christ Church Deer ParkldquoI was a stranger and you welcomed merdquo
A brief history
THE ORIGINS OF THE WORLD DAY OF PRAYER date back tothe 19th century Christian women of the United Statesand Canada initiated a variety of cooperative activities in support of womenrsquos involvement in misson at home and in other parts of the world
Women had a vision of Christian unity as being essentialto their exercise of mission By 1897 women of sixdenominations had formed a joint committee for a unitedday of prayer for home missons In 1912 the WomanrsquosBoards of Foreign Missions called for a united day ofprayer for foreign missions
After the devastation of World War I women incorporatedthe conviction that world peace was intrinsically tied toworld mission Therefore the women renewed their effortsfor unity
In 1928 during an International Missionary Conferencein Jerusalem delegates agreed that worldwide participationwould be a bond of unity among women In 1930 HelenKim of Korea was chosen to be the first woman outside ofNorth America to write the order of worship for the WorldDay of Prayer
Each year one country is chosen to prepare the servicereadings related study topics plus stories about their countryall relating to the theme This yearrsquos program is presentedby the women of France
The World Day of Prayer is now a world-wide movementof Christian women of many denominations and traditions who come together to observe a common day of prayer each year to which all people are welcome
It is now a movement initiated and carried out bywomen in more that 170 countries and regions aroundthe world
Through World Day of Prayer women affirm thatprayer and action are inseparable and that both haveimmeasurable influence in the world
Hosting the World Day of Prayer celebration rotatesamong the Churches on--the-Hill This year CCDP hasthe honour
Our guest speaker will be former Member of ParliamentThe Hon John Godfrey
Comeadd your voice to the millions around the worldwho will be gathering in powerful prayer to share thesame service at the same time (and then share in the conversationand French treats after the service
Have you been to France Do you have photos memorabilia or stories to share
We would love to have you share them with us as wecelebrate France on this World Day of Prayer
Contact Elizabeth Joyspeak to her in church or callher at 416-487-3007Merci bien
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The GalleryIn the Arthur Smith Room
PARISH REGISTERIn MemoriumMary Joan Rowat
Dorothy Linton StewartReginald Victor Macauley Barnett
SpringLuncheon
Tuesday May 21 1200 noonMark you calendars now for this always anticipated event
Watch our Website and Sunday Bulletins for more details as the date draws near
Mark your calendars now for our annual
BOOK SALESaturday May 25th1000 am - 200 pm
WE WELCOME HELP with sorting and storing the books in theweeks leading up to May 25th We also need help in settingout the books on the day before as well as on the day of the sale
Of course we will neeed books toodrop off in the box in the Atriumpaperback hardcover coffee table LPs CDsVideos and DVDs but please NO encyclopaedias outdatedtext or business books
If you have any questions or wish to volunteer some timeplease call Anne Kear 416-924-3940
Dorothy Linton StewartIn her 85th year on January 5th 2013 after a
long illness
Dorothy was a congregant of Christ ChurchDeer Park since 2004 after she moved toToronto from Manhattan Dorothy was apainter and not only exhibited her work at
Christ Church Deer Park but in galleries in NewYork Montreal Boston Bilbao and Abu DhabiHer work was exuberant and she was a master ofcolour An artistrsquos artist she will be missed
CCDP has been offered a painting of Dorothyrsquosin appreciation of the warmth and caring thecommunity provided her in her latter years
Financial ForumsSunday February 17
After the 1000am serviceArthur Smith Room
Hosted by the Churchwardens to provide you with an opportunity to review budget figures and ask questions prior to the Vestry meeting
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JOIN US every second Sunday at 430 pm for this popular service of music a reflective reading prayers for our city and the world and great musicfeaturing some of Torontorsquosfinest jazz musicians
Jan 27 Tribute to Horace SilverGary WilliamsonpianoSteve McDade trumpetPerry White saxophoneScott Alexander bassBrian Barlow drumsTributereflection by Brian Barlow
Feb 10 Remembering George ShearingDon Thompson pianoNeil Swainson bass Tribute talk by Brian Barlow
Feb 24 Barry Elmes QuartetBarry White saxophoneReg Schwager guitarSteve Wallace bassBarry Elmes drums
March 10 24 April 7 21 May 1226Musicians TBA
May 26 Remembering Miles(a tribute to Miles Davis)Musicians TBA
June 23 Brian Barlow Big Band(part of the TD Toronto Jazz Festival)
From theOrgan Bench
ITrsquoS JANUARY and the musical events we so recently enjoyed overthe Christmas season are still freshin our minds In particular theCCDP choir was delighted to par-ticipate in the fourth annual CityCarol Sing held at Yorkminster ParkBaptist There along with interna-tional opera stars Richard Margisonand Russell Braun actress Fiona
Reid the True North Brass the Larkin Singers theCanadian Childrenrsquos Opera Company the Choir ofYorkminster Park Baptist and Citytvrsquos Gord Martineau(with additional administrative support provided by NineSparrows Arts Foundation) we helped raise money forfood banks across Canada and more than $1600000 forthe Churches-on-the-Hill Food Bank
As we all know Easter arrives very early this year Pleasejoin us on Good Friday (March 29th) at 4pm for ourannual Christ Church Deer Park and Nine Sparrows ArtsFoundation presentation of ldquoThe Good Friday Concert ndashMusic for a Most Holy Dayrdquo when we will be presentingreadings and music based on the ldquoSeven Last Words ofChrist on the Crossrdquo Along with the CCDP soloists andchoir this yearrsquos concert will feature our special guest theArkadas String Quartet (Emily Kruspe violin JamieKruspe violin Jessie Morrison viola Brandon Wilkiecello) Yoursquoll be able to find further information about theconcert and the Arkadas String Quartet on the NineSparrows website (www9sparrowsartsorg) and the Musicpage of the CCDP website(wwwchristchurchdeerparkorg) As always admission tothe concert will be free (donations welcome) so comealong and bring a friend to what promises to be a very spe-cial event
In closing Irsquod like to mention that our LunchtimeChamber Music series has resumed and continues everyThursday until the end of June (with the exception ofMaundy Thursday ndash March 28th) If you have a chance
drop by the sanctuary on Thursdays at 1210pm to hearboth established artists and rising stars perform Admissionis free (donations are )welcome Bring your lunch and enjoy
Eric Robertson Organist amp Director of Music
If yoursquore interested in finding out more about the ChristChurch music program please contact me through theMusic page of the CCDP website
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Welcome to the Book Club
We invite all those who enjoy reading to come to our gatherings in 2013 to be held on Wednesdays
730 pmin the Arthur Smith Room
Please join us for lively conversation refreshments and wine
or your own choice of beverage
On February 27we will discuss any short stories of your choice by
Alice Munroe
On March 27the book is
Linden McIntyrersquos ldquoThe Bishoprsquos Manrdquo
The books for our spring meetings on April 24 andMay 29 will be announced later
For information call Anne Kear 416-924-3940
Remember to check our website for updates on these and other events
wwwthereslifehereorg
Christmas
FairDEBORAH WILKINSON AND BARBARAJOHNSTON Co-chairs along with Jayne MilesSimpson Emily Chatten Anne LarkinElizabeth Joy Lynn Lovekin Norma Ross JillBuckworth Judith Maxwell Pat AndersonJoyce Hamilton Lorna Lang Mary LouThompson and so many others hosted a verysuccessful Christmas Fair
Promiseland workers arrived at 8am to prepareand serve cookies muffins and StarbucksCoffee It was chilly outside but the Reindeerand those waiting in line certainly appreciatedthe treats
Our thanks to everyone
We had fun creating and coordinating thisChurchCommunity Event We are bothworking professionals as well as mothershosting an event of this magnitude demands a great deal of time One suggestion is todivide the event into smaller areas with committed people ldquomanagingrdquo each
The proceeds ($10000) are goimg towardChurch programs as well as the Churches on-the-Hill Food Bank
We are very grateful to Starbucks SheridanNurseries Sobeyrsquos Shoppersrsquo Drug MartLoblaws and Gingerrsquos Florist Please supportthe businesses in our area who support ourinitiativesTransitions
Your trusted partner in change
Jennifer Tivilukfounder and principal
4165760690transitionsstartca
yourtransitionpartnercom
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Hark Consider advertisingin the HERALDHERALD is published 5 times per year SeptOctNovDec JanFeb AprilMay JuneJuly Ad rates are very reasonablewe can even design your ad if requiredAnd since the HERALD is posted in full to our websitewwwthereslifehereorg your advertisements will also get exposure on the internet
For details and rates contact Elisabeth Lunder in theParish Office
HERALDDeadline for the next HERALD is April 17
DO YOU HAVE AN IDEA for an article Perhaps a feature on an unsung hero in the parish A special memory An historical fact Please speak to one of the clergy or to the Editor
Articles and announcements may be submitted at any time up to the deadline Just leave in the box in the Atrium or e-mail the editor at joyceiansympaticoca
Living Well Family ChiropracticOptimizing your health and well-being naturally
Dr Andrea PerriconeChiropractor amp Acupuncture provider
1366 Yonge St Suite 208 (416) 985-1911(south of St Clair at Balmoral) perriconedcgmailcom
Feel like being more involved Donrsquot have much time but want to help out Feeling new but want to join in Been here a while but havenrsquot been involved Have ideas to share
Join usTHERErsquoS LIFE HERE in what we do how we get together and what gets done
New members are always welcome to join any group atCCDPchoose one that interests you
Volunteers WelcomeTAKE A TURN at the Holy Grounds Cafeacutewith a friend as a familyitrsquos fun and your efforts are always appreciated
Please sign up on the sheet just inside the kitchen or speakto Jane Miles Simpson
Saturday April 20WE ARE EVEN NOW accepting contributions for the saleSome ideas to get you started - gently used clothing(menrsquos womenrsquos childrenrsquos) household items (cutlerydishes glasses linens) jewellery treasures games and
puzzlesthe list goes on
So whether you are downsizing or just spring cleaningremember the Rummage Sale Please look through yourclosetsmake room for the new and let us have what youdonrsquot need anymore(You can tell your friends too)
Drop off your items in the box in the Atrium)
And as the date draws nearer you will be hearing frommecount on it
Thank you
Maxine Henry Rummage Sale Co-ordinatormaxinethemaximizeryahooca 416-590-1008
SpringRummage
SALE
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TorontoOntarioM4T1K2
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Lorna W Lang(416) 932-2599
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eg ldquoThis is the day the Lord has made we will rejoice and beglad in itrdquo orldquoCreate in me a clean heart O God and renewa right spirit within merdquo Use any phrase that speaks to youRecall this phrase as you go about your daily activitieswaiting in traffic grocery line ups etc It will help to centreyou
Daily Review At the end of the day
1 Ask God ldquoFor what moment today am I most gratefulrdquo
2 Ask God ldquoFor what moment today am I least gratefulrdquoWhat made it so difficult
You can listen to a guided version of this online at wwwpray-as-you-goorg Click on Review of the Day
In Difficult TimesSituations
Place stones or glass beads which symbolize a harddifficultproblem near a cross Give this problem to God
Anglican Rosary
Did you know there is an Anglican Rosary Some peoplefind that touching the knots and repeating a word orphrase helps them focus their attention I have some in myoffice if you want to come and check it outhttpwwwsaintgabrielsorgrosaryhtml
At the end of this Lenten season ndashwhen we have journeyedwith Christ through his Passion ndash may we be transformedby his grace and love in a new and life-giving way
Wishing you a blessed Lent
The Reverend Julie Meakin Assistant Curate
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A Minute withDeacon Meakin
WE WILL SOON BE MOVING from the Season of Epiphany to that of Lent In the early church Lent began as a periodof preparation for adults who would be baptized at theEaster Vigil It was an intensive 40 days (imitating Christrsquos40 days in the desert) of instruction purification and preparation for their new life in Christ It was a time ofentering more consciously into the mystery of ChristrsquosPassover
In the words of the twentieth-century Anglican writerEvelyn Underhill Lent is ldquoa pause a retreat from lifersquosbusy surface to its solemn depthsrdquo The traditional Lentendisciplines are prayer fasting and almsgiving
We are probably used to ldquogiving something uprdquo for Lent ndashwe can fast from chocolate or caffeine You may have heardof a ldquocarbon fastrdquo such as driving less to save energy Wemight fast from the 6 orsquoclock news or from e-mail for aday When we fast from something we are making roomfor God to renew and transform us
When my husband and I clean our apartment vacuumingdusting organizing getting rid of things we often say toourselves ldquothe ldquochirdquo or energy feels much better nowrdquoThe place feels lighter there is space for energy to movearound We feel more energetic Similarly in Lent we aredoing the same for our inner lives ndash we are getting rid ofthings and cleaning off the dust that blocks the energy ofdivine love that is in our hearts These may be negativeattitudes or tendencies that have just become habit
When we engage in these Lenten practices we make spacefor God to work within us in new and life-changing waysWe are more able to receive the gift of Godrsquos self to us andlive out of it
Here are some practical suggestions for entering into aHoly Lent this year
Alphabet Prayers Good for FamiliesThe first person prays for somethingsomeone beginningwith the letter lsquoArsquo Continue following the alphabet untileveryone has had a chance This can be used for prayers ofthanks prayers for others etc
Phrase of the Day Choose a short phrase and use as your ldquophrase of the dayrdquo
Annual Meeting of VestrySunday February 24
1130amElliott Hall
The annual meeting of Vestry takes place toReview the year 2012 - Approve the Budget for 2013
Appoint Chairs of MinistriesAppoint and elect Churchwardens
Bring new business to the congregation
Sandwiches and refreshments will be servedDonations will be accepted to cover costs
A program for children and childcare will be available
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and a WelcomeI WOULD LIKE TO TAKE the opportunity to introduce myselfto Christ Church Deer Park My name is Natalie Kempand I am an Ontario Certified elementary School TeacherI have worked at Harbourfront Centre Camps for sevenyears and as Director of several day camps for four consec-utive years Last summer I worked as the Programing
Director for The Canadian International Student ServicesSt Michaelrsquos College UofT I am currently taking anAdditional Qualification course in Special Educationthrough OISE at UofT and am volunteering in aKindergarten class at Rolph Road Public School
I am very excited to begin this position and to continue towork with children and youth within the Toronto community
I believe that faith education should be fun and engagingfor all participants I plan on integrating scripture readingsinto a myriad of activities that are both active and creativeI want PromiseLand to be a place the children of the congregation are excited to attend each week PromiseLandwill provide a positive inclusive community where childrencan learn and be creative
I am also enthusiastic about beginningYAL (Young Anglican Leaders) Lunchand Learn sessions along with SocialAction Nights Once a month we willhave a one hour Lunch and Learn followingSundayrsquos service The first Lunch andLearn will be held on Sunday January 202013 Lunch and Learn afternoons aredesigned to talk about particular characters
in the bible and see how we can relate to them in 2013 I believe it is important to make connections between thebible and other literary works onersquos self and the worldOne Friday a month we will have a Social Action Nightwhich will provide an opportunity for YAL members toexplore different social justice issues around our local com-munity as well as the global community We will becomeaware of a variety of issues and will work together to createa plan of how we can assist a particular cause
I will post a schedule of the monthly YAL meetings on thebulletin board outside the Chapel of St Nicholas as wellas emailing parents and YAL members on a regular basis
I am very excited to begin my journey at Christ ChurchDeer Park and have been so grateful for all of the warmwelcomes I have received If you have any questions I canbe reached at nkempchristchurshdeerparkorg or in person on Sundays
Sincerely
Natalie KempDirector of Children and Youth Ministry
A ldquoFare thee wellrdquoIn December 27th CCDP bade a sad farewell to HilaryKeachie Director of Childrenrsquos Education for ChristChurch Deer Park since August 2010
Hilary in her time directing PromiseLand and overseeingthe activities and development of the members of YoungAnglican Leaders (YAL) has made an indelible impressionon the younger members youth and families of ChristChurch
Whether through her creative plans for integrating learninglessons with crafts projects to engage PromiseLand partici-pants of all ages or her supportive and enthusiastic stagingof annual pageants and other presentations Hilary has lefta wonderful legacy of caring and involvement during hertime at CCDP
Her inclusive manner patience warmth and excellent ideas for involving the children of CCDP in our churchrsquosoutreach initiatives will all be truly missed as she moves on to new opportunities and adventures in Germany
Luckily for us however shersquos brought her contacts to bearfor the benefit of Christ Churchrsquos families who are involvedin PromiseLand Prior to moving on from CCDP sheintroduced Natalie Kemp into our midst to become thenew Director of Childrenrsquos Educationhellipanother wonderfullegacy of Hilary and her many contributions to ChristChurch She will be hugely missed and remembered gratefully
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The Magi meet King Herod
Presenting the gifts
The Holy Family with the three Magi
Epiphany PageantI want to thank all of the PromiseLand children and YALmembers who participated in the Epiphany Pageant and a special thank you to Hilary for her assitance The serviceon Sunday January 6th was a true success I think these pictures help to capture and remind us of this special story
Henri Nouwen (1932-1996) was a Dutch-born spiritualthinker and writer with a background in psychology
He believed in and lived the ideal that Christians are healers who must use their individual gifts in the service ofothers At the end of his life Nouwen made his home atLrsquoArche Daybreak a community in Richmond Hill wherepeople with developmental disabilities live with assistants
Nouwen wrote Reaching Out in response to the questionldquoWhat does it mean to live a life in the Spirit of Jesus ChristrdquoHe said that he was moved to write it ldquobecause it is mygrowing conviction that my life belongs to others just as much as it belongs to myself and that what is experienced asmost unique often proves to be most solidly embedded in thecommon condition of being humanrdquo This insight is relevantto Christ Church Deer Park especially in light of our InThe Works working groups on hospitality healing ministriesand spiritual practices
Specifically this Lenten practice will involve
Sunday February 10 20121130 am - noon Pre-Lent Preparation
A short in-person orientation to Henri Nouwen his bookReaching Out plus some basic how-torsquos for new bloggersBooks available for inspection and purchase
Monday ndash SaturdayA time and location of your choice Daily Lenten Practice
Individual reading and reflection based on daily segmentsof Reaching Out with related questions or promptsConversing with others by typing your thoughts insightsquestions into the blog and responding to others
Sunday April 7 20131130 am - noon Post-Lent Debrief
A short in-person meeting to acknowledge the end of ourpractice and discuss how we grew and learned as a result
Please join the discussion and reflect on Nouwenrsquos threemovements (i) Reaching Out To Our Innermost Self (ii) Reaching Out to Our Fellow Human Beings (iii) Reaching Out to Our God
Blog Facilitators Genevieve Chornenki and BarbaraPepperdene
Join us in a Personal Lenten JourneyHenri Nouwenrsquos Reaching Out
THIS YEAR LENT BEGINS on Ash Wednesday (February13th) and continues for 46 days ending on HolySaturday (March 30th) The six intervening Sundays do not count as they are considered to be ldquomini-Eastersrdquoand thus constitute pause days
This Lent parishioners are invited to engage in forty-sixdays of personal reflection and electronic ldquoconversationsrdquobased on Reaching Out The Three Movements of theSpiritual Life by Henri Nouwen
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DougrsquosDiscourse
LENTEN LECTIONARY DISCUSSION GROUP An Invitation
In collaboration with parish clergy and the Lay MinistryCommittee CCDP wishes to build upon the success ofthe Advent Discussion Group by sponsoring a similargroup for the season of Lent However it arrives with anappropriate Lenten twist
Participants in the Advent Discussion Group reported thatthey valued the opportunity to either explore the lectionaryreadings for each Sunday of Advent or to reflect upon thesermon of the day The discussion groups were well attendedand generally fell into a 45 minute format which followedshortly after the 1000am service
When the Lay Ministry Committee met to explore Lentenadult educational opportunities we found the Sundayldquoafter churchrdquo schedule already committed to the importantbusiness of reviewing parish finances and then the 2013Vestry meeting The challenge became not how might wecontinue to build upon the success of the Advent programbut when
Lent is that Christian season where we turn our hearts andminds towards the spiritual preparation of journeying withChrist towards Easter Traditionally Lent is a time whenChristians give up some aspect of personal behaviour as an outward sign of preparation for Easter Such a Lentenpractice is made manifest through the action or witness of giving up alcohol dessert movies or whatever might be considered pleasurable
An equally valid Lenten observance is the opposite of the above The ldquotaking onrdquo of an additional practice or observance which helps one to focus upon the worshipinglife of the parish or the themes of the Lenten season
This Lenten season CCDP will sponsor a Sunday discussiongroup which will explore the Lectionary readings of eachSundayrsquos worship The discussion group will be scheduledbetween the 800 and 1000am services beginning shortlyafter 900am and ending by 945am Such a time slot isdesigned to invite worshippers from both the 800 and1000 congregations The discussion groups will be facilitated by both the clergy and laity of the parish and
weekly materials will be made available to participants through the parish website Details as to the location of thediscussion will be noted in the Sunday leaflets
The timing of this discussion group is a bit of an innovationfor CCDP Those who attend the 800am service are invitedto linger to explore the scriptural readings of the day whileldquoten orsquoclockerrsquosrdquo will be encouraged to come early for thesame opportunity As is the custom of Lent some will beinvited to ldquogive uprdquo their time on a Sunday morning whileothers will be challenged to ldquotake onrdquo the Lenten disciplineof arriving at church a little earlier on Sunday mornings
At its simplest Lent is a season where we examine onceagain our understanding of who God is and how Godmakes manifest Godrsquos divine grace through Jesus ChristExploring the meanings of scripture is a powerful way ofdoing exactly that I hope you will consider if only for 45minutes on a Sunday morning exploring with the clergyand others at CCDP our Lenten journey towards Easter as captured within our lectionary readings
The Reverend Canon Douglas Graydon Assistant Priest
Shrove Tuesday Pancake SupperTuesday February 12530 - 700 pmElliott Hall$5 for Adults Children enjoy for Free
Yummy pancakes syrup sausages and other goodthings Donrsquot mss it
Followed by Family Ash Wednesday Service - 700 pm
Ash Wednesday Services700 am 12 noon and 700 pm
The Chapel will be open all day on Wednesday for prayer and reflection
Sunday Services in LentFeb 17 24 March 3 10 17 24
800 am Holy Eucharist1000 am Holy Eucharist with choir
(church school amp childcare provided)
Holy Week and Easter ServicesPalm Sunday March 24810am Holy Eucharist with Palm Procession
Maundy Thursday March 287pm Sung Eucharist the Washing of Feet
followed by a Stripping of the Altar8pm Gethsemane Watch in the Chapel
Good Friday March 29915am Stations of the Cross
for Children amp Families11am Sung Solemn Liturgy1250pm Churches on-the-Hill Good Friday Walk4pm Good Friday Concert
Holy Saturday March 30730pm The Great Vigil of Easter
Holy Eucharistfollowed by the planting of the Easter Garden and a Resurrection Party
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Help us make Palm CrossesFriday March 22 930amin the Arthur Smith Room
Please join us
There will be people there toremind us how to make the crossesand also to demonstrate the technique for those new to the taskBring a pair of scissors with you
Easter Memorial FlowersIF YOU WOULD LIKE to contribute tothe cost of decorating the church forEaster please use the small brownenvelopes in the pews
If you would like to make yourdonation in memory of a loved oneprint the name of the person(s) tobe remembered on the envelope
Place the envelope in the offeringplate
Memorials will be included in theEaster bulletin
Donations may also be arranged through the office
andChrist Church Deer Park
present the
Good Friday ConcertMusic for a Most Holy DayFeaturing readings and music based onldquoSeven last words of Christ on the Crossrdquo
Special GuestArkadas String Quartet
Emily Kruspe violin Jamie Kruspe violinJessie Morrison viola Brandon Wilkie cello
and FeaturingSoloists and Choir of
Christ Church Deer ParkEric RobertsonMusic Director
March 29- 400pmAdmission FreeAll are Welcome
Easter Day March 31810am Holy Eucharist
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The point is all that made the water or the wood does notcease to exist It simply continues in a different form Theessence of the original cannot be destroyed You cannotdestroy matter That is a universal law that applies to allthings Every particle of the universe exists today as it hasexisted from the beginning of time I believe that includesthe essence of each of us I accept that it is a simple rule ofthe universe that all that exists has existed forever and willexist forever We may not understand the infinite permutationsbut we simply cannot deny the infinite
As far as the universe being some sort of cataclysmic accident Irsquoll refer to Albert Einstein He spent a great dealof his life as a proclaimed atheist Somewhere along theway he started having some doubts about the universebeing some sort of random accident I submit that Einsteinhad a better understanding of the universe than most of usBelow is an excerpt from an article on his thoughts
ldquoIn developing the theory of relativity Einstein realized thatthe equations led to the conclusion that the universe had a beginning He didnrsquot like the idea of a beginning becausehe thought one would have to conclude that the universewas created by God So he added a cosmological constantto the equation to attempt to get rid of the beginning He said this was one of the worst mistakes of his life Ofcourse the results of Edwin Hubble confirmed that theuniverse was expanding and had a beginning at some pointin the past So Einstein became a deist - a believer in animpersonal creator Godrdquo
Tim New
Tim New is the son of a friend of your editor Tim happenedto be at home during one of our visits Our friend had beenconcerned about the direction his life had been taking Over thecourse of the evening Tim and Ian carried on a conversation atthe kitchen table None of the rest of us were party to what theydiscussed but to this day Tim credits Ian and this conversationwith his new direction and perspectivewho knew (and hismother is very happy)
SHROVE TUESDAY OCCURS THE TUESDAY before AshWednesday It officially ends the season of Epiphany and is the vigil for the starting of Lent
Traditionally viewed as a day of repentance ShroveTuesday has become the last day for celebration and feastingbefore the period of fasting required during the Lentenseason The name ldquoShrove Tuesdayrdquo is derived from theword ldquoshriverdquo which means to confess and receive absolutionThe name denotes a period of cleansing wherein a personbrings their lusts and appetites under subjection throughabstention and self-sacrifice
The concept behind this practice is found in 1 Corinthians 927 where the Apostle Paul states ldquoI buffetmy body and make it my slaverdquo Ironically ShroveTuesday has evolved into a day of frivolity and indulgenceduring which people participate in as much pleasure andself-gratification as they can before Lent begins
At Christ Church Deer Park our delicious feast begins at530 and runs until 7pm Families in the Community eattogether on long tables sharing with Newcomers Singlesand Seniors It is a happy occasion where everyone isinvited into the Arthur Smith room for an Imposition ofthe Ashes ceremony intended for those who wonrsquot makeour Ash Wednesday services Please plan to join us
On EasterA REFLECTION
ON EASTER I thought I would write down some of mythoughts on religion I apologize in advance for my ramblings
On life after death This is one of the more perplexingissues Personally I am confident that the moment inwhich we shed our earthly skin is not the last moment It is simply a new beginning
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A Word fromthe Wardens
THERE HAVE BEEN some recent changes to our staff atCCDP
In December we bid farewell to Hilary Keachie our popular and energetic Director of Children amp YouthMinistry Corporation wishes Hilary success in all herfuture endeavors
The new Director of Children and Youth Ministry isNatalie Kemp Corporation welcomes Natalie to CCDPWith her training her experience and her enthusiasm webelieve that PromiseLand YAL and other ministries for ouryounger parishioners will flourish under Nataliersquos leadership
We also note the departure of The Reverend JoanneBillinger who was with us as an Assistant Curate for a shortperiod between assignments It was a pleasure havingJoanne with us again and wish her all the best in her newparish
We completed our second annual Stewardship campaign in December In view of the major campaign in Decemberof 2011 and an extremely successful ldquoOur-Faith Our-Hoperdquocampaign in 2012 it was decided that this yearrsquos Adventcampaign would be fairly low-keyed The results reflectedthat decision However both the Stewardship Committeeand Corporation believe strongly that having an annualcampaign is critical to ensure that our revenue continues tomeet our expenses Since some expenses will increase everyyear due to inflation efforts will have to be made to bringin increased annual revenue to offset these increases as wellas to fund increased program initiatives
Corporation is presently finalizing the financial statementsfor the 2012 year end developing the budget for 2013and completing all the other items required prior to Vestryon 24th of February
It appears that we will meet the operating budget for 2012However we still have very significant challenges for 2013
bull We have no reason to predict any significant increase inannual givings from the congregation ie income will be flat
bull Salaries and many regular expenses will be going up dueto inflation ie non-discretionary expenses will go upslightly
bull There is a deficit of about $100000 outstanding fromprevious years A loan from the 1870 Fund covers thisdeficit This loan should be paid off as soon as reasonable
bull The Building Fund is very nearly depleted and is currently insufficient to fund normal ldquocapital projectsrdquoThese generally run in the order of $50000 to $60000annually
For these reasons there will be no increases in the 2013budget over 2012 except for those items that are non-discretionary
The CCDP ldquoOur Faith ndash Our Hope Campaignrdquo was verysuccessful We have already received our first installment ofthe $406000 we will receive over the next five years Thesefunds are being put into a new ldquoRe-Imagining ChurchFundrdquo They will be used for new initiatives to build up ourparish as outlined in the CCDP ldquoOur Faith ndash Our HoperdquoParish Case Statement as follows
bull Additional staffing for new ministries (ie youth and pastoral care)
bull Capital projects that will enhance our mission and ministry
bull Technology to help us communicate in more innovativeways
bull Outreach projects ndash locally and globally
Corporation is currently developing a procedure for theallotment of the monies in the ldquoRe-Imagining ChurchFund ldquo
ldquoIn the Worksrdquo has working groups developing initiatives insix priority areas that have been identified Your participationin any of these groups is welcomed Check the Sunday bulletin for details A progress report on ldquoIn the Worksrdquowill be made at Vestry in February
Enjoy the rest of the winter
Walter Blackwell Rob Morrow Carolyn KearnsRectorrsquos Warden Peoplersquos Warden Deputy Warden
Genevieve ChornenkiMember-at-Large
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Social Matters
PLANET ENDANGERED IN MID JANUARY I took part with 130 other seekers in amoving vigil for planet Earth at the Church of the HolyTrinity It opened fittingly in the heart of this city built onancient Mississauga lands with smudging and prayers forwisdom guidance and strength We shared an originalliturgy celebrating in Jesusrsquo baptism Godrsquos purpose notonly for Jesus but for water Anglican Indigenous BishopMark MacDonald presided over the scripture readingshymns laments prayers and blessing of water
I found author Alanna Mitchellrsquos address riveting Ourvigil she said was in fact for planet Water mdash 71 of theEarthrsquos surface is ocean and it contains all but 1 ofEarthrsquos living space Water is the key to life If life in theocean dies so does life in the air In the five past massextinctions on Earth ldquochanges to the ocean played a starringrolerdquo over time carbon dioxide turned the ocean acidicand also by warming the air created vast swathes of oceandevoid of oxygen Siberian volcanic eruptions were thekilling mechanism in the last great extinction mdash of 95 of species mdash 252 million years ago Now we ourselves arethe erupting volcano Ocean is becoming ldquowarm sour andbreathlessrdquo the changes are speeding up and Its creaturesare having a hard time making shells coral reefs bonesIncreasing wild weather hurricanes floods extreme heatare not mere global warming ldquoscientists call it planetarydestabilizationrdquo she told us Five huge subtropical swathesof ocean mdash 40 of the planetrsquos surface mdash have become asoup of plastics (themselves fossil-based) disintegrated intofragments that are being ingested by ocean creaturesWater in our liturgy and life is healing renewal survivalbaptism redemption forgiveness and hope ldquoholding outthe dream of infinite possibilityrdquo We can forestall massiveextinction she urged we can stop using fossils in waysdamaging Earth we have the technology for a shift togreen energy Maybe the response across Canada to theldquoIdle No Morerdquo movement shows that we ourselves canput the puzzle together Perhaps the ending to the ldquoparableof the human reign on Earthrdquo will be one based onredemption love and success as we pull back from the
brink because we ldquotook the greatest challenge humans haveever faced and simply ran with itrdquo (Seehttpwwwtorontoanglicanca20130123vigil-for-earth-raises-environmental-aboriginal-concerns to download thetext)
In prayers Bishop MacDonald linked the indigenous searchfor justice with the need for eco-justice and care of theenvironment We drank from the bowl of water that hadbeen blessed and took small vials to pour into a treasuredlake or river as a sign of renewal Fear sorrow thanksgivingjoy and resolution filled our worship It was a blessedevening Lent is near the season to reflect on our lives Atthe vigil diocesan Social Justice and Advocacy consultantMurray Macadam urged us to take action raise these issuesin our congregation become active in environmentalorganizations talk to our MPs How can we show in ourpersonal and collective lives that we understand who we are and what care of Godrsquos creation means
Phyllis Creighton
MADISON HOUSE is a large house on Madison Avenuewhich was purchased in the 1950s by the Big Sisters ofMetropolitan Toronto - Betty Van Wyck was at one timePresident and Chairman of the Board of this organization
Now called Youth Link the agency offers treatment counselling and some residences and co-ops for teenagegirls and boys
Our ACW recently donated one of their hand-made quiltsto Madison House
In their thank you notes we are told that they had a hardtime deciding how best to use itand so on agreementthey drew names and and one lucky young womanreceived itto use while in residence and to take with herwhen she has her own apartment
A Gift and a Thank You
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Please join us as we celebrateWorld Day of Prayer
Friday March 1100 pm
Christ Church Deer ParkldquoI was a stranger and you welcomed merdquo
A brief history
THE ORIGINS OF THE WORLD DAY OF PRAYER date back tothe 19th century Christian women of the United Statesand Canada initiated a variety of cooperative activities in support of womenrsquos involvement in misson at home and in other parts of the world
Women had a vision of Christian unity as being essentialto their exercise of mission By 1897 women of sixdenominations had formed a joint committee for a unitedday of prayer for home missons In 1912 the WomanrsquosBoards of Foreign Missions called for a united day ofprayer for foreign missions
After the devastation of World War I women incorporatedthe conviction that world peace was intrinsically tied toworld mission Therefore the women renewed their effortsfor unity
In 1928 during an International Missionary Conferencein Jerusalem delegates agreed that worldwide participationwould be a bond of unity among women In 1930 HelenKim of Korea was chosen to be the first woman outside ofNorth America to write the order of worship for the WorldDay of Prayer
Each year one country is chosen to prepare the servicereadings related study topics plus stories about their countryall relating to the theme This yearrsquos program is presentedby the women of France
The World Day of Prayer is now a world-wide movementof Christian women of many denominations and traditions who come together to observe a common day of prayer each year to which all people are welcome
It is now a movement initiated and carried out bywomen in more that 170 countries and regions aroundthe world
Through World Day of Prayer women affirm thatprayer and action are inseparable and that both haveimmeasurable influence in the world
Hosting the World Day of Prayer celebration rotatesamong the Churches on--the-Hill This year CCDP hasthe honour
Our guest speaker will be former Member of ParliamentThe Hon John Godfrey
Comeadd your voice to the millions around the worldwho will be gathering in powerful prayer to share thesame service at the same time (and then share in the conversationand French treats after the service
Have you been to France Do you have photos memorabilia or stories to share
We would love to have you share them with us as wecelebrate France on this World Day of Prayer
Contact Elizabeth Joyspeak to her in church or callher at 416-487-3007Merci bien
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The GalleryIn the Arthur Smith Room
PARISH REGISTERIn MemoriumMary Joan Rowat
Dorothy Linton StewartReginald Victor Macauley Barnett
SpringLuncheon
Tuesday May 21 1200 noonMark you calendars now for this always anticipated event
Watch our Website and Sunday Bulletins for more details as the date draws near
Mark your calendars now for our annual
BOOK SALESaturday May 25th1000 am - 200 pm
WE WELCOME HELP with sorting and storing the books in theweeks leading up to May 25th We also need help in settingout the books on the day before as well as on the day of the sale
Of course we will neeed books toodrop off in the box in the Atriumpaperback hardcover coffee table LPs CDsVideos and DVDs but please NO encyclopaedias outdatedtext or business books
If you have any questions or wish to volunteer some timeplease call Anne Kear 416-924-3940
Dorothy Linton StewartIn her 85th year on January 5th 2013 after a
long illness
Dorothy was a congregant of Christ ChurchDeer Park since 2004 after she moved toToronto from Manhattan Dorothy was apainter and not only exhibited her work at
Christ Church Deer Park but in galleries in NewYork Montreal Boston Bilbao and Abu DhabiHer work was exuberant and she was a master ofcolour An artistrsquos artist she will be missed
CCDP has been offered a painting of Dorothyrsquosin appreciation of the warmth and caring thecommunity provided her in her latter years
Financial ForumsSunday February 17
After the 1000am serviceArthur Smith Room
Hosted by the Churchwardens to provide you with an opportunity to review budget figures and ask questions prior to the Vestry meeting
13 HERALD
CHRIST CHURCH DEER PARK JANUARYFEBRUARY 2013
JOIN US every second Sunday at 430 pm for this popular service of music a reflective reading prayers for our city and the world and great musicfeaturing some of Torontorsquosfinest jazz musicians
Jan 27 Tribute to Horace SilverGary WilliamsonpianoSteve McDade trumpetPerry White saxophoneScott Alexander bassBrian Barlow drumsTributereflection by Brian Barlow
Feb 10 Remembering George ShearingDon Thompson pianoNeil Swainson bass Tribute talk by Brian Barlow
Feb 24 Barry Elmes QuartetBarry White saxophoneReg Schwager guitarSteve Wallace bassBarry Elmes drums
March 10 24 April 7 21 May 1226Musicians TBA
May 26 Remembering Miles(a tribute to Miles Davis)Musicians TBA
June 23 Brian Barlow Big Band(part of the TD Toronto Jazz Festival)
From theOrgan Bench
ITrsquoS JANUARY and the musical events we so recently enjoyed overthe Christmas season are still freshin our minds In particular theCCDP choir was delighted to par-ticipate in the fourth annual CityCarol Sing held at Yorkminster ParkBaptist There along with interna-tional opera stars Richard Margisonand Russell Braun actress Fiona
Reid the True North Brass the Larkin Singers theCanadian Childrenrsquos Opera Company the Choir ofYorkminster Park Baptist and Citytvrsquos Gord Martineau(with additional administrative support provided by NineSparrows Arts Foundation) we helped raise money forfood banks across Canada and more than $1600000 forthe Churches-on-the-Hill Food Bank
As we all know Easter arrives very early this year Pleasejoin us on Good Friday (March 29th) at 4pm for ourannual Christ Church Deer Park and Nine Sparrows ArtsFoundation presentation of ldquoThe Good Friday Concert ndashMusic for a Most Holy Dayrdquo when we will be presentingreadings and music based on the ldquoSeven Last Words ofChrist on the Crossrdquo Along with the CCDP soloists andchoir this yearrsquos concert will feature our special guest theArkadas String Quartet (Emily Kruspe violin JamieKruspe violin Jessie Morrison viola Brandon Wilkiecello) Yoursquoll be able to find further information about theconcert and the Arkadas String Quartet on the NineSparrows website (www9sparrowsartsorg) and the Musicpage of the CCDP website(wwwchristchurchdeerparkorg) As always admission tothe concert will be free (donations welcome) so comealong and bring a friend to what promises to be a very spe-cial event
In closing Irsquod like to mention that our LunchtimeChamber Music series has resumed and continues everyThursday until the end of June (with the exception ofMaundy Thursday ndash March 28th) If you have a chance
drop by the sanctuary on Thursdays at 1210pm to hearboth established artists and rising stars perform Admissionis free (donations are )welcome Bring your lunch and enjoy
Eric Robertson Organist amp Director of Music
If yoursquore interested in finding out more about the ChristChurch music program please contact me through theMusic page of the CCDP website
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CHRIST CHURCH DEER PARK JANUARYFEBRUARY 2013
Welcome to the Book Club
We invite all those who enjoy reading to come to our gatherings in 2013 to be held on Wednesdays
730 pmin the Arthur Smith Room
Please join us for lively conversation refreshments and wine
or your own choice of beverage
On February 27we will discuss any short stories of your choice by
Alice Munroe
On March 27the book is
Linden McIntyrersquos ldquoThe Bishoprsquos Manrdquo
The books for our spring meetings on April 24 andMay 29 will be announced later
For information call Anne Kear 416-924-3940
Remember to check our website for updates on these and other events
wwwthereslifehereorg
Christmas
FairDEBORAH WILKINSON AND BARBARAJOHNSTON Co-chairs along with Jayne MilesSimpson Emily Chatten Anne LarkinElizabeth Joy Lynn Lovekin Norma Ross JillBuckworth Judith Maxwell Pat AndersonJoyce Hamilton Lorna Lang Mary LouThompson and so many others hosted a verysuccessful Christmas Fair
Promiseland workers arrived at 8am to prepareand serve cookies muffins and StarbucksCoffee It was chilly outside but the Reindeerand those waiting in line certainly appreciatedthe treats
Our thanks to everyone
We had fun creating and coordinating thisChurchCommunity Event We are bothworking professionals as well as mothershosting an event of this magnitude demands a great deal of time One suggestion is todivide the event into smaller areas with committed people ldquomanagingrdquo each
The proceeds ($10000) are goimg towardChurch programs as well as the Churches on-the-Hill Food Bank
We are very grateful to Starbucks SheridanNurseries Sobeyrsquos Shoppersrsquo Drug MartLoblaws and Gingerrsquos Florist Please supportthe businesses in our area who support ourinitiativesTransitions
Your trusted partner in change
Jennifer Tivilukfounder and principal
4165760690transitionsstartca
yourtransitionpartnercom
15 HERALD
CHRIST CHURCH DEER PARK JANUARYFEBRUARY 2013
Hark Consider advertisingin the HERALDHERALD is published 5 times per year SeptOctNovDec JanFeb AprilMay JuneJuly Ad rates are very reasonablewe can even design your ad if requiredAnd since the HERALD is posted in full to our websitewwwthereslifehereorg your advertisements will also get exposure on the internet
For details and rates contact Elisabeth Lunder in theParish Office
HERALDDeadline for the next HERALD is April 17
DO YOU HAVE AN IDEA for an article Perhaps a feature on an unsung hero in the parish A special memory An historical fact Please speak to one of the clergy or to the Editor
Articles and announcements may be submitted at any time up to the deadline Just leave in the box in the Atrium or e-mail the editor at joyceiansympaticoca
Living Well Family ChiropracticOptimizing your health and well-being naturally
Dr Andrea PerriconeChiropractor amp Acupuncture provider
1366 Yonge St Suite 208 (416) 985-1911(south of St Clair at Balmoral) perriconedcgmailcom
Feel like being more involved Donrsquot have much time but want to help out Feeling new but want to join in Been here a while but havenrsquot been involved Have ideas to share
Join usTHERErsquoS LIFE HERE in what we do how we get together and what gets done
New members are always welcome to join any group atCCDPchoose one that interests you
Volunteers WelcomeTAKE A TURN at the Holy Grounds Cafeacutewith a friend as a familyitrsquos fun and your efforts are always appreciated
Please sign up on the sheet just inside the kitchen or speakto Jane Miles Simpson
Saturday April 20WE ARE EVEN NOW accepting contributions for the saleSome ideas to get you started - gently used clothing(menrsquos womenrsquos childrenrsquos) household items (cutlerydishes glasses linens) jewellery treasures games and
puzzlesthe list goes on
So whether you are downsizing or just spring cleaningremember the Rummage Sale Please look through yourclosetsmake room for the new and let us have what youdonrsquot need anymore(You can tell your friends too)
Drop off your items in the box in the Atrium)
And as the date draws nearer you will be hearing frommecount on it
Thank you
Maxine Henry Rummage Sale Co-ordinatormaxinethemaximizeryahooca 416-590-1008
SpringRummage
SALE
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CHRIST CHURCH DEER PARK JANUARYFEBRUARY 2013
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WithadedicatedteamofthefinestdirectorsintheprofessiontheCrawfordfamilycontinuesthetraditionofservingthecommunityofNorthToronto
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Services
bull Ample parking availablebull Chapel Reception amp childrenrsquos
recreation rooms
159 Eglinton Ave WToronto ON M4R 1A8 wwwmorleybedfordca
416-489-8733
Robert OrsquoReillyExecutiveDirector
7BPleasantBlvdBox1053
TorontoOntarioM4T1K2
Tel416923-3779
Fax416923-0083
1-800-883-7761
robertsmartkidzorg
wwwsmartkidzorg Need a friendly hand to help you with some of the practical tasks of everyday life such as
bull errandsbull shoppingbull banking
bull medical appointmentsCall on
At-Home Help
Lorna W Lang(416) 932-2599
LornaCareshotmailcom
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CHRIST CHURCH DEER PARK JANUARYFEBRUARY 2013
and a WelcomeI WOULD LIKE TO TAKE the opportunity to introduce myselfto Christ Church Deer Park My name is Natalie Kempand I am an Ontario Certified elementary School TeacherI have worked at Harbourfront Centre Camps for sevenyears and as Director of several day camps for four consec-utive years Last summer I worked as the Programing
Director for The Canadian International Student ServicesSt Michaelrsquos College UofT I am currently taking anAdditional Qualification course in Special Educationthrough OISE at UofT and am volunteering in aKindergarten class at Rolph Road Public School
I am very excited to begin this position and to continue towork with children and youth within the Toronto community
I believe that faith education should be fun and engagingfor all participants I plan on integrating scripture readingsinto a myriad of activities that are both active and creativeI want PromiseLand to be a place the children of the congregation are excited to attend each week PromiseLandwill provide a positive inclusive community where childrencan learn and be creative
I am also enthusiastic about beginningYAL (Young Anglican Leaders) Lunchand Learn sessions along with SocialAction Nights Once a month we willhave a one hour Lunch and Learn followingSundayrsquos service The first Lunch andLearn will be held on Sunday January 202013 Lunch and Learn afternoons aredesigned to talk about particular characters
in the bible and see how we can relate to them in 2013 I believe it is important to make connections between thebible and other literary works onersquos self and the worldOne Friday a month we will have a Social Action Nightwhich will provide an opportunity for YAL members toexplore different social justice issues around our local com-munity as well as the global community We will becomeaware of a variety of issues and will work together to createa plan of how we can assist a particular cause
I will post a schedule of the monthly YAL meetings on thebulletin board outside the Chapel of St Nicholas as wellas emailing parents and YAL members on a regular basis
I am very excited to begin my journey at Christ ChurchDeer Park and have been so grateful for all of the warmwelcomes I have received If you have any questions I canbe reached at nkempchristchurshdeerparkorg or in person on Sundays
Sincerely
Natalie KempDirector of Children and Youth Ministry
A ldquoFare thee wellrdquoIn December 27th CCDP bade a sad farewell to HilaryKeachie Director of Childrenrsquos Education for ChristChurch Deer Park since August 2010
Hilary in her time directing PromiseLand and overseeingthe activities and development of the members of YoungAnglican Leaders (YAL) has made an indelible impressionon the younger members youth and families of ChristChurch
Whether through her creative plans for integrating learninglessons with crafts projects to engage PromiseLand partici-pants of all ages or her supportive and enthusiastic stagingof annual pageants and other presentations Hilary has lefta wonderful legacy of caring and involvement during hertime at CCDP
Her inclusive manner patience warmth and excellent ideas for involving the children of CCDP in our churchrsquosoutreach initiatives will all be truly missed as she moves on to new opportunities and adventures in Germany
Luckily for us however shersquos brought her contacts to bearfor the benefit of Christ Churchrsquos families who are involvedin PromiseLand Prior to moving on from CCDP sheintroduced Natalie Kemp into our midst to become thenew Director of Childrenrsquos Educationhellipanother wonderfullegacy of Hilary and her many contributions to ChristChurch She will be hugely missed and remembered gratefully
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CHRIST CHURCH DEER PARK JANUARYFEBRUARY 2013
The Magi meet King Herod
Presenting the gifts
The Holy Family with the three Magi
Epiphany PageantI want to thank all of the PromiseLand children and YALmembers who participated in the Epiphany Pageant and a special thank you to Hilary for her assitance The serviceon Sunday January 6th was a true success I think these pictures help to capture and remind us of this special story
Henri Nouwen (1932-1996) was a Dutch-born spiritualthinker and writer with a background in psychology
He believed in and lived the ideal that Christians are healers who must use their individual gifts in the service ofothers At the end of his life Nouwen made his home atLrsquoArche Daybreak a community in Richmond Hill wherepeople with developmental disabilities live with assistants
Nouwen wrote Reaching Out in response to the questionldquoWhat does it mean to live a life in the Spirit of Jesus ChristrdquoHe said that he was moved to write it ldquobecause it is mygrowing conviction that my life belongs to others just as much as it belongs to myself and that what is experienced asmost unique often proves to be most solidly embedded in thecommon condition of being humanrdquo This insight is relevantto Christ Church Deer Park especially in light of our InThe Works working groups on hospitality healing ministriesand spiritual practices
Specifically this Lenten practice will involve
Sunday February 10 20121130 am - noon Pre-Lent Preparation
A short in-person orientation to Henri Nouwen his bookReaching Out plus some basic how-torsquos for new bloggersBooks available for inspection and purchase
Monday ndash SaturdayA time and location of your choice Daily Lenten Practice
Individual reading and reflection based on daily segmentsof Reaching Out with related questions or promptsConversing with others by typing your thoughts insightsquestions into the blog and responding to others
Sunday April 7 20131130 am - noon Post-Lent Debrief
A short in-person meeting to acknowledge the end of ourpractice and discuss how we grew and learned as a result
Please join the discussion and reflect on Nouwenrsquos threemovements (i) Reaching Out To Our Innermost Self (ii) Reaching Out to Our Fellow Human Beings (iii) Reaching Out to Our God
Blog Facilitators Genevieve Chornenki and BarbaraPepperdene
Join us in a Personal Lenten JourneyHenri Nouwenrsquos Reaching Out
THIS YEAR LENT BEGINS on Ash Wednesday (February13th) and continues for 46 days ending on HolySaturday (March 30th) The six intervening Sundays do not count as they are considered to be ldquomini-Eastersrdquoand thus constitute pause days
This Lent parishioners are invited to engage in forty-sixdays of personal reflection and electronic ldquoconversationsrdquobased on Reaching Out The Three Movements of theSpiritual Life by Henri Nouwen
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CHRIST CHURCH DEER PARK JANUARYFEBRUARY 2013
DougrsquosDiscourse
LENTEN LECTIONARY DISCUSSION GROUP An Invitation
In collaboration with parish clergy and the Lay MinistryCommittee CCDP wishes to build upon the success ofthe Advent Discussion Group by sponsoring a similargroup for the season of Lent However it arrives with anappropriate Lenten twist
Participants in the Advent Discussion Group reported thatthey valued the opportunity to either explore the lectionaryreadings for each Sunday of Advent or to reflect upon thesermon of the day The discussion groups were well attendedand generally fell into a 45 minute format which followedshortly after the 1000am service
When the Lay Ministry Committee met to explore Lentenadult educational opportunities we found the Sundayldquoafter churchrdquo schedule already committed to the importantbusiness of reviewing parish finances and then the 2013Vestry meeting The challenge became not how might wecontinue to build upon the success of the Advent programbut when
Lent is that Christian season where we turn our hearts andminds towards the spiritual preparation of journeying withChrist towards Easter Traditionally Lent is a time whenChristians give up some aspect of personal behaviour as an outward sign of preparation for Easter Such a Lentenpractice is made manifest through the action or witness of giving up alcohol dessert movies or whatever might be considered pleasurable
An equally valid Lenten observance is the opposite of the above The ldquotaking onrdquo of an additional practice or observance which helps one to focus upon the worshipinglife of the parish or the themes of the Lenten season
This Lenten season CCDP will sponsor a Sunday discussiongroup which will explore the Lectionary readings of eachSundayrsquos worship The discussion group will be scheduledbetween the 800 and 1000am services beginning shortlyafter 900am and ending by 945am Such a time slot isdesigned to invite worshippers from both the 800 and1000 congregations The discussion groups will be facilitated by both the clergy and laity of the parish and
weekly materials will be made available to participants through the parish website Details as to the location of thediscussion will be noted in the Sunday leaflets
The timing of this discussion group is a bit of an innovationfor CCDP Those who attend the 800am service are invitedto linger to explore the scriptural readings of the day whileldquoten orsquoclockerrsquosrdquo will be encouraged to come early for thesame opportunity As is the custom of Lent some will beinvited to ldquogive uprdquo their time on a Sunday morning whileothers will be challenged to ldquotake onrdquo the Lenten disciplineof arriving at church a little earlier on Sunday mornings
At its simplest Lent is a season where we examine onceagain our understanding of who God is and how Godmakes manifest Godrsquos divine grace through Jesus ChristExploring the meanings of scripture is a powerful way ofdoing exactly that I hope you will consider if only for 45minutes on a Sunday morning exploring with the clergyand others at CCDP our Lenten journey towards Easter as captured within our lectionary readings
The Reverend Canon Douglas Graydon Assistant Priest
Shrove Tuesday Pancake SupperTuesday February 12530 - 700 pmElliott Hall$5 for Adults Children enjoy for Free
Yummy pancakes syrup sausages and other goodthings Donrsquot mss it
Followed by Family Ash Wednesday Service - 700 pm
Ash Wednesday Services700 am 12 noon and 700 pm
The Chapel will be open all day on Wednesday for prayer and reflection
Sunday Services in LentFeb 17 24 March 3 10 17 24
800 am Holy Eucharist1000 am Holy Eucharist with choir
(church school amp childcare provided)
Holy Week and Easter ServicesPalm Sunday March 24810am Holy Eucharist with Palm Procession
Maundy Thursday March 287pm Sung Eucharist the Washing of Feet
followed by a Stripping of the Altar8pm Gethsemane Watch in the Chapel
Good Friday March 29915am Stations of the Cross
for Children amp Families11am Sung Solemn Liturgy1250pm Churches on-the-Hill Good Friday Walk4pm Good Friday Concert
Holy Saturday March 30730pm The Great Vigil of Easter
Holy Eucharistfollowed by the planting of the Easter Garden and a Resurrection Party
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CHRIST CHURCH DEER PARK JANUARYFEBRUARY 2013
Help us make Palm CrossesFriday March 22 930amin the Arthur Smith Room
Please join us
There will be people there toremind us how to make the crossesand also to demonstrate the technique for those new to the taskBring a pair of scissors with you
Easter Memorial FlowersIF YOU WOULD LIKE to contribute tothe cost of decorating the church forEaster please use the small brownenvelopes in the pews
If you would like to make yourdonation in memory of a loved oneprint the name of the person(s) tobe remembered on the envelope
Place the envelope in the offeringplate
Memorials will be included in theEaster bulletin
Donations may also be arranged through the office
andChrist Church Deer Park
present the
Good Friday ConcertMusic for a Most Holy DayFeaturing readings and music based onldquoSeven last words of Christ on the Crossrdquo
Special GuestArkadas String Quartet
Emily Kruspe violin Jamie Kruspe violinJessie Morrison viola Brandon Wilkie cello
and FeaturingSoloists and Choir of
Christ Church Deer ParkEric RobertsonMusic Director
March 29- 400pmAdmission FreeAll are Welcome
Easter Day March 31810am Holy Eucharist
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CHRIST CHURCH DEER PARK JANUARYFEBRUARY 2013
The point is all that made the water or the wood does notcease to exist It simply continues in a different form Theessence of the original cannot be destroyed You cannotdestroy matter That is a universal law that applies to allthings Every particle of the universe exists today as it hasexisted from the beginning of time I believe that includesthe essence of each of us I accept that it is a simple rule ofthe universe that all that exists has existed forever and willexist forever We may not understand the infinite permutationsbut we simply cannot deny the infinite
As far as the universe being some sort of cataclysmic accident Irsquoll refer to Albert Einstein He spent a great dealof his life as a proclaimed atheist Somewhere along theway he started having some doubts about the universebeing some sort of random accident I submit that Einsteinhad a better understanding of the universe than most of usBelow is an excerpt from an article on his thoughts
ldquoIn developing the theory of relativity Einstein realized thatthe equations led to the conclusion that the universe had a beginning He didnrsquot like the idea of a beginning becausehe thought one would have to conclude that the universewas created by God So he added a cosmological constantto the equation to attempt to get rid of the beginning He said this was one of the worst mistakes of his life Ofcourse the results of Edwin Hubble confirmed that theuniverse was expanding and had a beginning at some pointin the past So Einstein became a deist - a believer in animpersonal creator Godrdquo
Tim New
Tim New is the son of a friend of your editor Tim happenedto be at home during one of our visits Our friend had beenconcerned about the direction his life had been taking Over thecourse of the evening Tim and Ian carried on a conversation atthe kitchen table None of the rest of us were party to what theydiscussed but to this day Tim credits Ian and this conversationwith his new direction and perspectivewho knew (and hismother is very happy)
SHROVE TUESDAY OCCURS THE TUESDAY before AshWednesday It officially ends the season of Epiphany and is the vigil for the starting of Lent
Traditionally viewed as a day of repentance ShroveTuesday has become the last day for celebration and feastingbefore the period of fasting required during the Lentenseason The name ldquoShrove Tuesdayrdquo is derived from theword ldquoshriverdquo which means to confess and receive absolutionThe name denotes a period of cleansing wherein a personbrings their lusts and appetites under subjection throughabstention and self-sacrifice
The concept behind this practice is found in 1 Corinthians 927 where the Apostle Paul states ldquoI buffetmy body and make it my slaverdquo Ironically ShroveTuesday has evolved into a day of frivolity and indulgenceduring which people participate in as much pleasure andself-gratification as they can before Lent begins
At Christ Church Deer Park our delicious feast begins at530 and runs until 7pm Families in the Community eattogether on long tables sharing with Newcomers Singlesand Seniors It is a happy occasion where everyone isinvited into the Arthur Smith room for an Imposition ofthe Ashes ceremony intended for those who wonrsquot makeour Ash Wednesday services Please plan to join us
On EasterA REFLECTION
ON EASTER I thought I would write down some of mythoughts on religion I apologize in advance for my ramblings
On life after death This is one of the more perplexingissues Personally I am confident that the moment inwhich we shed our earthly skin is not the last moment It is simply a new beginning
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A Word fromthe Wardens
THERE HAVE BEEN some recent changes to our staff atCCDP
In December we bid farewell to Hilary Keachie our popular and energetic Director of Children amp YouthMinistry Corporation wishes Hilary success in all herfuture endeavors
The new Director of Children and Youth Ministry isNatalie Kemp Corporation welcomes Natalie to CCDPWith her training her experience and her enthusiasm webelieve that PromiseLand YAL and other ministries for ouryounger parishioners will flourish under Nataliersquos leadership
We also note the departure of The Reverend JoanneBillinger who was with us as an Assistant Curate for a shortperiod between assignments It was a pleasure havingJoanne with us again and wish her all the best in her newparish
We completed our second annual Stewardship campaign in December In view of the major campaign in Decemberof 2011 and an extremely successful ldquoOur-Faith Our-Hoperdquocampaign in 2012 it was decided that this yearrsquos Adventcampaign would be fairly low-keyed The results reflectedthat decision However both the Stewardship Committeeand Corporation believe strongly that having an annualcampaign is critical to ensure that our revenue continues tomeet our expenses Since some expenses will increase everyyear due to inflation efforts will have to be made to bringin increased annual revenue to offset these increases as wellas to fund increased program initiatives
Corporation is presently finalizing the financial statementsfor the 2012 year end developing the budget for 2013and completing all the other items required prior to Vestryon 24th of February
It appears that we will meet the operating budget for 2012However we still have very significant challenges for 2013
bull We have no reason to predict any significant increase inannual givings from the congregation ie income will be flat
bull Salaries and many regular expenses will be going up dueto inflation ie non-discretionary expenses will go upslightly
bull There is a deficit of about $100000 outstanding fromprevious years A loan from the 1870 Fund covers thisdeficit This loan should be paid off as soon as reasonable
bull The Building Fund is very nearly depleted and is currently insufficient to fund normal ldquocapital projectsrdquoThese generally run in the order of $50000 to $60000annually
For these reasons there will be no increases in the 2013budget over 2012 except for those items that are non-discretionary
The CCDP ldquoOur Faith ndash Our Hope Campaignrdquo was verysuccessful We have already received our first installment ofthe $406000 we will receive over the next five years Thesefunds are being put into a new ldquoRe-Imagining ChurchFundrdquo They will be used for new initiatives to build up ourparish as outlined in the CCDP ldquoOur Faith ndash Our HoperdquoParish Case Statement as follows
bull Additional staffing for new ministries (ie youth and pastoral care)
bull Capital projects that will enhance our mission and ministry
bull Technology to help us communicate in more innovativeways
bull Outreach projects ndash locally and globally
Corporation is currently developing a procedure for theallotment of the monies in the ldquoRe-Imagining ChurchFund ldquo
ldquoIn the Worksrdquo has working groups developing initiatives insix priority areas that have been identified Your participationin any of these groups is welcomed Check the Sunday bulletin for details A progress report on ldquoIn the Worksrdquowill be made at Vestry in February
Enjoy the rest of the winter
Walter Blackwell Rob Morrow Carolyn KearnsRectorrsquos Warden Peoplersquos Warden Deputy Warden
Genevieve ChornenkiMember-at-Large
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Social Matters
PLANET ENDANGERED IN MID JANUARY I took part with 130 other seekers in amoving vigil for planet Earth at the Church of the HolyTrinity It opened fittingly in the heart of this city built onancient Mississauga lands with smudging and prayers forwisdom guidance and strength We shared an originalliturgy celebrating in Jesusrsquo baptism Godrsquos purpose notonly for Jesus but for water Anglican Indigenous BishopMark MacDonald presided over the scripture readingshymns laments prayers and blessing of water
I found author Alanna Mitchellrsquos address riveting Ourvigil she said was in fact for planet Water mdash 71 of theEarthrsquos surface is ocean and it contains all but 1 ofEarthrsquos living space Water is the key to life If life in theocean dies so does life in the air In the five past massextinctions on Earth ldquochanges to the ocean played a starringrolerdquo over time carbon dioxide turned the ocean acidicand also by warming the air created vast swathes of oceandevoid of oxygen Siberian volcanic eruptions were thekilling mechanism in the last great extinction mdash of 95 of species mdash 252 million years ago Now we ourselves arethe erupting volcano Ocean is becoming ldquowarm sour andbreathlessrdquo the changes are speeding up and Its creaturesare having a hard time making shells coral reefs bonesIncreasing wild weather hurricanes floods extreme heatare not mere global warming ldquoscientists call it planetarydestabilizationrdquo she told us Five huge subtropical swathesof ocean mdash 40 of the planetrsquos surface mdash have become asoup of plastics (themselves fossil-based) disintegrated intofragments that are being ingested by ocean creaturesWater in our liturgy and life is healing renewal survivalbaptism redemption forgiveness and hope ldquoholding outthe dream of infinite possibilityrdquo We can forestall massiveextinction she urged we can stop using fossils in waysdamaging Earth we have the technology for a shift togreen energy Maybe the response across Canada to theldquoIdle No Morerdquo movement shows that we ourselves canput the puzzle together Perhaps the ending to the ldquoparableof the human reign on Earthrdquo will be one based onredemption love and success as we pull back from the
brink because we ldquotook the greatest challenge humans haveever faced and simply ran with itrdquo (Seehttpwwwtorontoanglicanca20130123vigil-for-earth-raises-environmental-aboriginal-concerns to download thetext)
In prayers Bishop MacDonald linked the indigenous searchfor justice with the need for eco-justice and care of theenvironment We drank from the bowl of water that hadbeen blessed and took small vials to pour into a treasuredlake or river as a sign of renewal Fear sorrow thanksgivingjoy and resolution filled our worship It was a blessedevening Lent is near the season to reflect on our lives Atthe vigil diocesan Social Justice and Advocacy consultantMurray Macadam urged us to take action raise these issuesin our congregation become active in environmentalorganizations talk to our MPs How can we show in ourpersonal and collective lives that we understand who we are and what care of Godrsquos creation means
Phyllis Creighton
MADISON HOUSE is a large house on Madison Avenuewhich was purchased in the 1950s by the Big Sisters ofMetropolitan Toronto - Betty Van Wyck was at one timePresident and Chairman of the Board of this organization
Now called Youth Link the agency offers treatment counselling and some residences and co-ops for teenagegirls and boys
Our ACW recently donated one of their hand-made quiltsto Madison House
In their thank you notes we are told that they had a hardtime deciding how best to use itand so on agreementthey drew names and and one lucky young womanreceived itto use while in residence and to take with herwhen she has her own apartment
A Gift and a Thank You
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Please join us as we celebrateWorld Day of Prayer
Friday March 1100 pm
Christ Church Deer ParkldquoI was a stranger and you welcomed merdquo
A brief history
THE ORIGINS OF THE WORLD DAY OF PRAYER date back tothe 19th century Christian women of the United Statesand Canada initiated a variety of cooperative activities in support of womenrsquos involvement in misson at home and in other parts of the world
Women had a vision of Christian unity as being essentialto their exercise of mission By 1897 women of sixdenominations had formed a joint committee for a unitedday of prayer for home missons In 1912 the WomanrsquosBoards of Foreign Missions called for a united day ofprayer for foreign missions
After the devastation of World War I women incorporatedthe conviction that world peace was intrinsically tied toworld mission Therefore the women renewed their effortsfor unity
In 1928 during an International Missionary Conferencein Jerusalem delegates agreed that worldwide participationwould be a bond of unity among women In 1930 HelenKim of Korea was chosen to be the first woman outside ofNorth America to write the order of worship for the WorldDay of Prayer
Each year one country is chosen to prepare the servicereadings related study topics plus stories about their countryall relating to the theme This yearrsquos program is presentedby the women of France
The World Day of Prayer is now a world-wide movementof Christian women of many denominations and traditions who come together to observe a common day of prayer each year to which all people are welcome
It is now a movement initiated and carried out bywomen in more that 170 countries and regions aroundthe world
Through World Day of Prayer women affirm thatprayer and action are inseparable and that both haveimmeasurable influence in the world
Hosting the World Day of Prayer celebration rotatesamong the Churches on--the-Hill This year CCDP hasthe honour
Our guest speaker will be former Member of ParliamentThe Hon John Godfrey
Comeadd your voice to the millions around the worldwho will be gathering in powerful prayer to share thesame service at the same time (and then share in the conversationand French treats after the service
Have you been to France Do you have photos memorabilia or stories to share
We would love to have you share them with us as wecelebrate France on this World Day of Prayer
Contact Elizabeth Joyspeak to her in church or callher at 416-487-3007Merci bien
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The GalleryIn the Arthur Smith Room
PARISH REGISTERIn MemoriumMary Joan Rowat
Dorothy Linton StewartReginald Victor Macauley Barnett
SpringLuncheon
Tuesday May 21 1200 noonMark you calendars now for this always anticipated event
Watch our Website and Sunday Bulletins for more details as the date draws near
Mark your calendars now for our annual
BOOK SALESaturday May 25th1000 am - 200 pm
WE WELCOME HELP with sorting and storing the books in theweeks leading up to May 25th We also need help in settingout the books on the day before as well as on the day of the sale
Of course we will neeed books toodrop off in the box in the Atriumpaperback hardcover coffee table LPs CDsVideos and DVDs but please NO encyclopaedias outdatedtext or business books
If you have any questions or wish to volunteer some timeplease call Anne Kear 416-924-3940
Dorothy Linton StewartIn her 85th year on January 5th 2013 after a
long illness
Dorothy was a congregant of Christ ChurchDeer Park since 2004 after she moved toToronto from Manhattan Dorothy was apainter and not only exhibited her work at
Christ Church Deer Park but in galleries in NewYork Montreal Boston Bilbao and Abu DhabiHer work was exuberant and she was a master ofcolour An artistrsquos artist she will be missed
CCDP has been offered a painting of Dorothyrsquosin appreciation of the warmth and caring thecommunity provided her in her latter years
Financial ForumsSunday February 17
After the 1000am serviceArthur Smith Room
Hosted by the Churchwardens to provide you with an opportunity to review budget figures and ask questions prior to the Vestry meeting
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CHRIST CHURCH DEER PARK JANUARYFEBRUARY 2013
JOIN US every second Sunday at 430 pm for this popular service of music a reflective reading prayers for our city and the world and great musicfeaturing some of Torontorsquosfinest jazz musicians
Jan 27 Tribute to Horace SilverGary WilliamsonpianoSteve McDade trumpetPerry White saxophoneScott Alexander bassBrian Barlow drumsTributereflection by Brian Barlow
Feb 10 Remembering George ShearingDon Thompson pianoNeil Swainson bass Tribute talk by Brian Barlow
Feb 24 Barry Elmes QuartetBarry White saxophoneReg Schwager guitarSteve Wallace bassBarry Elmes drums
March 10 24 April 7 21 May 1226Musicians TBA
May 26 Remembering Miles(a tribute to Miles Davis)Musicians TBA
June 23 Brian Barlow Big Band(part of the TD Toronto Jazz Festival)
From theOrgan Bench
ITrsquoS JANUARY and the musical events we so recently enjoyed overthe Christmas season are still freshin our minds In particular theCCDP choir was delighted to par-ticipate in the fourth annual CityCarol Sing held at Yorkminster ParkBaptist There along with interna-tional opera stars Richard Margisonand Russell Braun actress Fiona
Reid the True North Brass the Larkin Singers theCanadian Childrenrsquos Opera Company the Choir ofYorkminster Park Baptist and Citytvrsquos Gord Martineau(with additional administrative support provided by NineSparrows Arts Foundation) we helped raise money forfood banks across Canada and more than $1600000 forthe Churches-on-the-Hill Food Bank
As we all know Easter arrives very early this year Pleasejoin us on Good Friday (March 29th) at 4pm for ourannual Christ Church Deer Park and Nine Sparrows ArtsFoundation presentation of ldquoThe Good Friday Concert ndashMusic for a Most Holy Dayrdquo when we will be presentingreadings and music based on the ldquoSeven Last Words ofChrist on the Crossrdquo Along with the CCDP soloists andchoir this yearrsquos concert will feature our special guest theArkadas String Quartet (Emily Kruspe violin JamieKruspe violin Jessie Morrison viola Brandon Wilkiecello) Yoursquoll be able to find further information about theconcert and the Arkadas String Quartet on the NineSparrows website (www9sparrowsartsorg) and the Musicpage of the CCDP website(wwwchristchurchdeerparkorg) As always admission tothe concert will be free (donations welcome) so comealong and bring a friend to what promises to be a very spe-cial event
In closing Irsquod like to mention that our LunchtimeChamber Music series has resumed and continues everyThursday until the end of June (with the exception ofMaundy Thursday ndash March 28th) If you have a chance
drop by the sanctuary on Thursdays at 1210pm to hearboth established artists and rising stars perform Admissionis free (donations are )welcome Bring your lunch and enjoy
Eric Robertson Organist amp Director of Music
If yoursquore interested in finding out more about the ChristChurch music program please contact me through theMusic page of the CCDP website
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CHRIST CHURCH DEER PARK JANUARYFEBRUARY 2013
Welcome to the Book Club
We invite all those who enjoy reading to come to our gatherings in 2013 to be held on Wednesdays
730 pmin the Arthur Smith Room
Please join us for lively conversation refreshments and wine
or your own choice of beverage
On February 27we will discuss any short stories of your choice by
Alice Munroe
On March 27the book is
Linden McIntyrersquos ldquoThe Bishoprsquos Manrdquo
The books for our spring meetings on April 24 andMay 29 will be announced later
For information call Anne Kear 416-924-3940
Remember to check our website for updates on these and other events
wwwthereslifehereorg
Christmas
FairDEBORAH WILKINSON AND BARBARAJOHNSTON Co-chairs along with Jayne MilesSimpson Emily Chatten Anne LarkinElizabeth Joy Lynn Lovekin Norma Ross JillBuckworth Judith Maxwell Pat AndersonJoyce Hamilton Lorna Lang Mary LouThompson and so many others hosted a verysuccessful Christmas Fair
Promiseland workers arrived at 8am to prepareand serve cookies muffins and StarbucksCoffee It was chilly outside but the Reindeerand those waiting in line certainly appreciatedthe treats
Our thanks to everyone
We had fun creating and coordinating thisChurchCommunity Event We are bothworking professionals as well as mothershosting an event of this magnitude demands a great deal of time One suggestion is todivide the event into smaller areas with committed people ldquomanagingrdquo each
The proceeds ($10000) are goimg towardChurch programs as well as the Churches on-the-Hill Food Bank
We are very grateful to Starbucks SheridanNurseries Sobeyrsquos Shoppersrsquo Drug MartLoblaws and Gingerrsquos Florist Please supportthe businesses in our area who support ourinitiativesTransitions
Your trusted partner in change
Jennifer Tivilukfounder and principal
4165760690transitionsstartca
yourtransitionpartnercom
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CHRIST CHURCH DEER PARK JANUARYFEBRUARY 2013
Hark Consider advertisingin the HERALDHERALD is published 5 times per year SeptOctNovDec JanFeb AprilMay JuneJuly Ad rates are very reasonablewe can even design your ad if requiredAnd since the HERALD is posted in full to our websitewwwthereslifehereorg your advertisements will also get exposure on the internet
For details and rates contact Elisabeth Lunder in theParish Office
HERALDDeadline for the next HERALD is April 17
DO YOU HAVE AN IDEA for an article Perhaps a feature on an unsung hero in the parish A special memory An historical fact Please speak to one of the clergy or to the Editor
Articles and announcements may be submitted at any time up to the deadline Just leave in the box in the Atrium or e-mail the editor at joyceiansympaticoca
Living Well Family ChiropracticOptimizing your health and well-being naturally
Dr Andrea PerriconeChiropractor amp Acupuncture provider
1366 Yonge St Suite 208 (416) 985-1911(south of St Clair at Balmoral) perriconedcgmailcom
Feel like being more involved Donrsquot have much time but want to help out Feeling new but want to join in Been here a while but havenrsquot been involved Have ideas to share
Join usTHERErsquoS LIFE HERE in what we do how we get together and what gets done
New members are always welcome to join any group atCCDPchoose one that interests you
Volunteers WelcomeTAKE A TURN at the Holy Grounds Cafeacutewith a friend as a familyitrsquos fun and your efforts are always appreciated
Please sign up on the sheet just inside the kitchen or speakto Jane Miles Simpson
Saturday April 20WE ARE EVEN NOW accepting contributions for the saleSome ideas to get you started - gently used clothing(menrsquos womenrsquos childrenrsquos) household items (cutlerydishes glasses linens) jewellery treasures games and
puzzlesthe list goes on
So whether you are downsizing or just spring cleaningremember the Rummage Sale Please look through yourclosetsmake room for the new and let us have what youdonrsquot need anymore(You can tell your friends too)
Drop off your items in the box in the Atrium)
And as the date draws nearer you will be hearing frommecount on it
Thank you
Maxine Henry Rummage Sale Co-ordinatormaxinethemaximizeryahooca 416-590-1008
SpringRummage
SALE
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WithadedicatedteamofthefinestdirectorsintheprofessiontheCrawfordfamilycontinuesthetraditionofservingthecommunityofNorthToronto
bull Burial amp Cremationbull No obligation Pre-Planning
Services
bull Ample parking availablebull Chapel Reception amp childrenrsquos
recreation rooms
159 Eglinton Ave WToronto ON M4R 1A8 wwwmorleybedfordca
416-489-8733
Robert OrsquoReillyExecutiveDirector
7BPleasantBlvdBox1053
TorontoOntarioM4T1K2
Tel416923-3779
Fax416923-0083
1-800-883-7761
robertsmartkidzorg
wwwsmartkidzorg Need a friendly hand to help you with some of the practical tasks of everyday life such as
bull errandsbull shoppingbull banking
bull medical appointmentsCall on
At-Home Help
Lorna W Lang(416) 932-2599
LornaCareshotmailcom
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CHRIST CHURCH DEER PARK JANUARYFEBRUARY 2013
The Magi meet King Herod
Presenting the gifts
The Holy Family with the three Magi
Epiphany PageantI want to thank all of the PromiseLand children and YALmembers who participated in the Epiphany Pageant and a special thank you to Hilary for her assitance The serviceon Sunday January 6th was a true success I think these pictures help to capture and remind us of this special story
Henri Nouwen (1932-1996) was a Dutch-born spiritualthinker and writer with a background in psychology
He believed in and lived the ideal that Christians are healers who must use their individual gifts in the service ofothers At the end of his life Nouwen made his home atLrsquoArche Daybreak a community in Richmond Hill wherepeople with developmental disabilities live with assistants
Nouwen wrote Reaching Out in response to the questionldquoWhat does it mean to live a life in the Spirit of Jesus ChristrdquoHe said that he was moved to write it ldquobecause it is mygrowing conviction that my life belongs to others just as much as it belongs to myself and that what is experienced asmost unique often proves to be most solidly embedded in thecommon condition of being humanrdquo This insight is relevantto Christ Church Deer Park especially in light of our InThe Works working groups on hospitality healing ministriesand spiritual practices
Specifically this Lenten practice will involve
Sunday February 10 20121130 am - noon Pre-Lent Preparation
A short in-person orientation to Henri Nouwen his bookReaching Out plus some basic how-torsquos for new bloggersBooks available for inspection and purchase
Monday ndash SaturdayA time and location of your choice Daily Lenten Practice
Individual reading and reflection based on daily segmentsof Reaching Out with related questions or promptsConversing with others by typing your thoughts insightsquestions into the blog and responding to others
Sunday April 7 20131130 am - noon Post-Lent Debrief
A short in-person meeting to acknowledge the end of ourpractice and discuss how we grew and learned as a result
Please join the discussion and reflect on Nouwenrsquos threemovements (i) Reaching Out To Our Innermost Self (ii) Reaching Out to Our Fellow Human Beings (iii) Reaching Out to Our God
Blog Facilitators Genevieve Chornenki and BarbaraPepperdene
Join us in a Personal Lenten JourneyHenri Nouwenrsquos Reaching Out
THIS YEAR LENT BEGINS on Ash Wednesday (February13th) and continues for 46 days ending on HolySaturday (March 30th) The six intervening Sundays do not count as they are considered to be ldquomini-Eastersrdquoand thus constitute pause days
This Lent parishioners are invited to engage in forty-sixdays of personal reflection and electronic ldquoconversationsrdquobased on Reaching Out The Three Movements of theSpiritual Life by Henri Nouwen
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DougrsquosDiscourse
LENTEN LECTIONARY DISCUSSION GROUP An Invitation
In collaboration with parish clergy and the Lay MinistryCommittee CCDP wishes to build upon the success ofthe Advent Discussion Group by sponsoring a similargroup for the season of Lent However it arrives with anappropriate Lenten twist
Participants in the Advent Discussion Group reported thatthey valued the opportunity to either explore the lectionaryreadings for each Sunday of Advent or to reflect upon thesermon of the day The discussion groups were well attendedand generally fell into a 45 minute format which followedshortly after the 1000am service
When the Lay Ministry Committee met to explore Lentenadult educational opportunities we found the Sundayldquoafter churchrdquo schedule already committed to the importantbusiness of reviewing parish finances and then the 2013Vestry meeting The challenge became not how might wecontinue to build upon the success of the Advent programbut when
Lent is that Christian season where we turn our hearts andminds towards the spiritual preparation of journeying withChrist towards Easter Traditionally Lent is a time whenChristians give up some aspect of personal behaviour as an outward sign of preparation for Easter Such a Lentenpractice is made manifest through the action or witness of giving up alcohol dessert movies or whatever might be considered pleasurable
An equally valid Lenten observance is the opposite of the above The ldquotaking onrdquo of an additional practice or observance which helps one to focus upon the worshipinglife of the parish or the themes of the Lenten season
This Lenten season CCDP will sponsor a Sunday discussiongroup which will explore the Lectionary readings of eachSundayrsquos worship The discussion group will be scheduledbetween the 800 and 1000am services beginning shortlyafter 900am and ending by 945am Such a time slot isdesigned to invite worshippers from both the 800 and1000 congregations The discussion groups will be facilitated by both the clergy and laity of the parish and
weekly materials will be made available to participants through the parish website Details as to the location of thediscussion will be noted in the Sunday leaflets
The timing of this discussion group is a bit of an innovationfor CCDP Those who attend the 800am service are invitedto linger to explore the scriptural readings of the day whileldquoten orsquoclockerrsquosrdquo will be encouraged to come early for thesame opportunity As is the custom of Lent some will beinvited to ldquogive uprdquo their time on a Sunday morning whileothers will be challenged to ldquotake onrdquo the Lenten disciplineof arriving at church a little earlier on Sunday mornings
At its simplest Lent is a season where we examine onceagain our understanding of who God is and how Godmakes manifest Godrsquos divine grace through Jesus ChristExploring the meanings of scripture is a powerful way ofdoing exactly that I hope you will consider if only for 45minutes on a Sunday morning exploring with the clergyand others at CCDP our Lenten journey towards Easter as captured within our lectionary readings
The Reverend Canon Douglas Graydon Assistant Priest
Shrove Tuesday Pancake SupperTuesday February 12530 - 700 pmElliott Hall$5 for Adults Children enjoy for Free
Yummy pancakes syrup sausages and other goodthings Donrsquot mss it
Followed by Family Ash Wednesday Service - 700 pm
Ash Wednesday Services700 am 12 noon and 700 pm
The Chapel will be open all day on Wednesday for prayer and reflection
Sunday Services in LentFeb 17 24 March 3 10 17 24
800 am Holy Eucharist1000 am Holy Eucharist with choir
(church school amp childcare provided)
Holy Week and Easter ServicesPalm Sunday March 24810am Holy Eucharist with Palm Procession
Maundy Thursday March 287pm Sung Eucharist the Washing of Feet
followed by a Stripping of the Altar8pm Gethsemane Watch in the Chapel
Good Friday March 29915am Stations of the Cross
for Children amp Families11am Sung Solemn Liturgy1250pm Churches on-the-Hill Good Friday Walk4pm Good Friday Concert
Holy Saturday March 30730pm The Great Vigil of Easter
Holy Eucharistfollowed by the planting of the Easter Garden and a Resurrection Party
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Help us make Palm CrossesFriday March 22 930amin the Arthur Smith Room
Please join us
There will be people there toremind us how to make the crossesand also to demonstrate the technique for those new to the taskBring a pair of scissors with you
Easter Memorial FlowersIF YOU WOULD LIKE to contribute tothe cost of decorating the church forEaster please use the small brownenvelopes in the pews
If you would like to make yourdonation in memory of a loved oneprint the name of the person(s) tobe remembered on the envelope
Place the envelope in the offeringplate
Memorials will be included in theEaster bulletin
Donations may also be arranged through the office
andChrist Church Deer Park
present the
Good Friday ConcertMusic for a Most Holy DayFeaturing readings and music based onldquoSeven last words of Christ on the Crossrdquo
Special GuestArkadas String Quartet
Emily Kruspe violin Jamie Kruspe violinJessie Morrison viola Brandon Wilkie cello
and FeaturingSoloists and Choir of
Christ Church Deer ParkEric RobertsonMusic Director
March 29- 400pmAdmission FreeAll are Welcome
Easter Day March 31810am Holy Eucharist
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The point is all that made the water or the wood does notcease to exist It simply continues in a different form Theessence of the original cannot be destroyed You cannotdestroy matter That is a universal law that applies to allthings Every particle of the universe exists today as it hasexisted from the beginning of time I believe that includesthe essence of each of us I accept that it is a simple rule ofthe universe that all that exists has existed forever and willexist forever We may not understand the infinite permutationsbut we simply cannot deny the infinite
As far as the universe being some sort of cataclysmic accident Irsquoll refer to Albert Einstein He spent a great dealof his life as a proclaimed atheist Somewhere along theway he started having some doubts about the universebeing some sort of random accident I submit that Einsteinhad a better understanding of the universe than most of usBelow is an excerpt from an article on his thoughts
ldquoIn developing the theory of relativity Einstein realized thatthe equations led to the conclusion that the universe had a beginning He didnrsquot like the idea of a beginning becausehe thought one would have to conclude that the universewas created by God So he added a cosmological constantto the equation to attempt to get rid of the beginning He said this was one of the worst mistakes of his life Ofcourse the results of Edwin Hubble confirmed that theuniverse was expanding and had a beginning at some pointin the past So Einstein became a deist - a believer in animpersonal creator Godrdquo
Tim New
Tim New is the son of a friend of your editor Tim happenedto be at home during one of our visits Our friend had beenconcerned about the direction his life had been taking Over thecourse of the evening Tim and Ian carried on a conversation atthe kitchen table None of the rest of us were party to what theydiscussed but to this day Tim credits Ian and this conversationwith his new direction and perspectivewho knew (and hismother is very happy)
SHROVE TUESDAY OCCURS THE TUESDAY before AshWednesday It officially ends the season of Epiphany and is the vigil for the starting of Lent
Traditionally viewed as a day of repentance ShroveTuesday has become the last day for celebration and feastingbefore the period of fasting required during the Lentenseason The name ldquoShrove Tuesdayrdquo is derived from theword ldquoshriverdquo which means to confess and receive absolutionThe name denotes a period of cleansing wherein a personbrings their lusts and appetites under subjection throughabstention and self-sacrifice
The concept behind this practice is found in 1 Corinthians 927 where the Apostle Paul states ldquoI buffetmy body and make it my slaverdquo Ironically ShroveTuesday has evolved into a day of frivolity and indulgenceduring which people participate in as much pleasure andself-gratification as they can before Lent begins
At Christ Church Deer Park our delicious feast begins at530 and runs until 7pm Families in the Community eattogether on long tables sharing with Newcomers Singlesand Seniors It is a happy occasion where everyone isinvited into the Arthur Smith room for an Imposition ofthe Ashes ceremony intended for those who wonrsquot makeour Ash Wednesday services Please plan to join us
On EasterA REFLECTION
ON EASTER I thought I would write down some of mythoughts on religion I apologize in advance for my ramblings
On life after death This is one of the more perplexingissues Personally I am confident that the moment inwhich we shed our earthly skin is not the last moment It is simply a new beginning
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A Word fromthe Wardens
THERE HAVE BEEN some recent changes to our staff atCCDP
In December we bid farewell to Hilary Keachie our popular and energetic Director of Children amp YouthMinistry Corporation wishes Hilary success in all herfuture endeavors
The new Director of Children and Youth Ministry isNatalie Kemp Corporation welcomes Natalie to CCDPWith her training her experience and her enthusiasm webelieve that PromiseLand YAL and other ministries for ouryounger parishioners will flourish under Nataliersquos leadership
We also note the departure of The Reverend JoanneBillinger who was with us as an Assistant Curate for a shortperiod between assignments It was a pleasure havingJoanne with us again and wish her all the best in her newparish
We completed our second annual Stewardship campaign in December In view of the major campaign in Decemberof 2011 and an extremely successful ldquoOur-Faith Our-Hoperdquocampaign in 2012 it was decided that this yearrsquos Adventcampaign would be fairly low-keyed The results reflectedthat decision However both the Stewardship Committeeand Corporation believe strongly that having an annualcampaign is critical to ensure that our revenue continues tomeet our expenses Since some expenses will increase everyyear due to inflation efforts will have to be made to bringin increased annual revenue to offset these increases as wellas to fund increased program initiatives
Corporation is presently finalizing the financial statementsfor the 2012 year end developing the budget for 2013and completing all the other items required prior to Vestryon 24th of February
It appears that we will meet the operating budget for 2012However we still have very significant challenges for 2013
bull We have no reason to predict any significant increase inannual givings from the congregation ie income will be flat
bull Salaries and many regular expenses will be going up dueto inflation ie non-discretionary expenses will go upslightly
bull There is a deficit of about $100000 outstanding fromprevious years A loan from the 1870 Fund covers thisdeficit This loan should be paid off as soon as reasonable
bull The Building Fund is very nearly depleted and is currently insufficient to fund normal ldquocapital projectsrdquoThese generally run in the order of $50000 to $60000annually
For these reasons there will be no increases in the 2013budget over 2012 except for those items that are non-discretionary
The CCDP ldquoOur Faith ndash Our Hope Campaignrdquo was verysuccessful We have already received our first installment ofthe $406000 we will receive over the next five years Thesefunds are being put into a new ldquoRe-Imagining ChurchFundrdquo They will be used for new initiatives to build up ourparish as outlined in the CCDP ldquoOur Faith ndash Our HoperdquoParish Case Statement as follows
bull Additional staffing for new ministries (ie youth and pastoral care)
bull Capital projects that will enhance our mission and ministry
bull Technology to help us communicate in more innovativeways
bull Outreach projects ndash locally and globally
Corporation is currently developing a procedure for theallotment of the monies in the ldquoRe-Imagining ChurchFund ldquo
ldquoIn the Worksrdquo has working groups developing initiatives insix priority areas that have been identified Your participationin any of these groups is welcomed Check the Sunday bulletin for details A progress report on ldquoIn the Worksrdquowill be made at Vestry in February
Enjoy the rest of the winter
Walter Blackwell Rob Morrow Carolyn KearnsRectorrsquos Warden Peoplersquos Warden Deputy Warden
Genevieve ChornenkiMember-at-Large
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Social Matters
PLANET ENDANGERED IN MID JANUARY I took part with 130 other seekers in amoving vigil for planet Earth at the Church of the HolyTrinity It opened fittingly in the heart of this city built onancient Mississauga lands with smudging and prayers forwisdom guidance and strength We shared an originalliturgy celebrating in Jesusrsquo baptism Godrsquos purpose notonly for Jesus but for water Anglican Indigenous BishopMark MacDonald presided over the scripture readingshymns laments prayers and blessing of water
I found author Alanna Mitchellrsquos address riveting Ourvigil she said was in fact for planet Water mdash 71 of theEarthrsquos surface is ocean and it contains all but 1 ofEarthrsquos living space Water is the key to life If life in theocean dies so does life in the air In the five past massextinctions on Earth ldquochanges to the ocean played a starringrolerdquo over time carbon dioxide turned the ocean acidicand also by warming the air created vast swathes of oceandevoid of oxygen Siberian volcanic eruptions were thekilling mechanism in the last great extinction mdash of 95 of species mdash 252 million years ago Now we ourselves arethe erupting volcano Ocean is becoming ldquowarm sour andbreathlessrdquo the changes are speeding up and Its creaturesare having a hard time making shells coral reefs bonesIncreasing wild weather hurricanes floods extreme heatare not mere global warming ldquoscientists call it planetarydestabilizationrdquo she told us Five huge subtropical swathesof ocean mdash 40 of the planetrsquos surface mdash have become asoup of plastics (themselves fossil-based) disintegrated intofragments that are being ingested by ocean creaturesWater in our liturgy and life is healing renewal survivalbaptism redemption forgiveness and hope ldquoholding outthe dream of infinite possibilityrdquo We can forestall massiveextinction she urged we can stop using fossils in waysdamaging Earth we have the technology for a shift togreen energy Maybe the response across Canada to theldquoIdle No Morerdquo movement shows that we ourselves canput the puzzle together Perhaps the ending to the ldquoparableof the human reign on Earthrdquo will be one based onredemption love and success as we pull back from the
brink because we ldquotook the greatest challenge humans haveever faced and simply ran with itrdquo (Seehttpwwwtorontoanglicanca20130123vigil-for-earth-raises-environmental-aboriginal-concerns to download thetext)
In prayers Bishop MacDonald linked the indigenous searchfor justice with the need for eco-justice and care of theenvironment We drank from the bowl of water that hadbeen blessed and took small vials to pour into a treasuredlake or river as a sign of renewal Fear sorrow thanksgivingjoy and resolution filled our worship It was a blessedevening Lent is near the season to reflect on our lives Atthe vigil diocesan Social Justice and Advocacy consultantMurray Macadam urged us to take action raise these issuesin our congregation become active in environmentalorganizations talk to our MPs How can we show in ourpersonal and collective lives that we understand who we are and what care of Godrsquos creation means
Phyllis Creighton
MADISON HOUSE is a large house on Madison Avenuewhich was purchased in the 1950s by the Big Sisters ofMetropolitan Toronto - Betty Van Wyck was at one timePresident and Chairman of the Board of this organization
Now called Youth Link the agency offers treatment counselling and some residences and co-ops for teenagegirls and boys
Our ACW recently donated one of their hand-made quiltsto Madison House
In their thank you notes we are told that they had a hardtime deciding how best to use itand so on agreementthey drew names and and one lucky young womanreceived itto use while in residence and to take with herwhen she has her own apartment
A Gift and a Thank You
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Please join us as we celebrateWorld Day of Prayer
Friday March 1100 pm
Christ Church Deer ParkldquoI was a stranger and you welcomed merdquo
A brief history
THE ORIGINS OF THE WORLD DAY OF PRAYER date back tothe 19th century Christian women of the United Statesand Canada initiated a variety of cooperative activities in support of womenrsquos involvement in misson at home and in other parts of the world
Women had a vision of Christian unity as being essentialto their exercise of mission By 1897 women of sixdenominations had formed a joint committee for a unitedday of prayer for home missons In 1912 the WomanrsquosBoards of Foreign Missions called for a united day ofprayer for foreign missions
After the devastation of World War I women incorporatedthe conviction that world peace was intrinsically tied toworld mission Therefore the women renewed their effortsfor unity
In 1928 during an International Missionary Conferencein Jerusalem delegates agreed that worldwide participationwould be a bond of unity among women In 1930 HelenKim of Korea was chosen to be the first woman outside ofNorth America to write the order of worship for the WorldDay of Prayer
Each year one country is chosen to prepare the servicereadings related study topics plus stories about their countryall relating to the theme This yearrsquos program is presentedby the women of France
The World Day of Prayer is now a world-wide movementof Christian women of many denominations and traditions who come together to observe a common day of prayer each year to which all people are welcome
It is now a movement initiated and carried out bywomen in more that 170 countries and regions aroundthe world
Through World Day of Prayer women affirm thatprayer and action are inseparable and that both haveimmeasurable influence in the world
Hosting the World Day of Prayer celebration rotatesamong the Churches on--the-Hill This year CCDP hasthe honour
Our guest speaker will be former Member of ParliamentThe Hon John Godfrey
Comeadd your voice to the millions around the worldwho will be gathering in powerful prayer to share thesame service at the same time (and then share in the conversationand French treats after the service
Have you been to France Do you have photos memorabilia or stories to share
We would love to have you share them with us as wecelebrate France on this World Day of Prayer
Contact Elizabeth Joyspeak to her in church or callher at 416-487-3007Merci bien
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The GalleryIn the Arthur Smith Room
PARISH REGISTERIn MemoriumMary Joan Rowat
Dorothy Linton StewartReginald Victor Macauley Barnett
SpringLuncheon
Tuesday May 21 1200 noonMark you calendars now for this always anticipated event
Watch our Website and Sunday Bulletins for more details as the date draws near
Mark your calendars now for our annual
BOOK SALESaturday May 25th1000 am - 200 pm
WE WELCOME HELP with sorting and storing the books in theweeks leading up to May 25th We also need help in settingout the books on the day before as well as on the day of the sale
Of course we will neeed books toodrop off in the box in the Atriumpaperback hardcover coffee table LPs CDsVideos and DVDs but please NO encyclopaedias outdatedtext or business books
If you have any questions or wish to volunteer some timeplease call Anne Kear 416-924-3940
Dorothy Linton StewartIn her 85th year on January 5th 2013 after a
long illness
Dorothy was a congregant of Christ ChurchDeer Park since 2004 after she moved toToronto from Manhattan Dorothy was apainter and not only exhibited her work at
Christ Church Deer Park but in galleries in NewYork Montreal Boston Bilbao and Abu DhabiHer work was exuberant and she was a master ofcolour An artistrsquos artist she will be missed
CCDP has been offered a painting of Dorothyrsquosin appreciation of the warmth and caring thecommunity provided her in her latter years
Financial ForumsSunday February 17
After the 1000am serviceArthur Smith Room
Hosted by the Churchwardens to provide you with an opportunity to review budget figures and ask questions prior to the Vestry meeting
13 HERALD
CHRIST CHURCH DEER PARK JANUARYFEBRUARY 2013
JOIN US every second Sunday at 430 pm for this popular service of music a reflective reading prayers for our city and the world and great musicfeaturing some of Torontorsquosfinest jazz musicians
Jan 27 Tribute to Horace SilverGary WilliamsonpianoSteve McDade trumpetPerry White saxophoneScott Alexander bassBrian Barlow drumsTributereflection by Brian Barlow
Feb 10 Remembering George ShearingDon Thompson pianoNeil Swainson bass Tribute talk by Brian Barlow
Feb 24 Barry Elmes QuartetBarry White saxophoneReg Schwager guitarSteve Wallace bassBarry Elmes drums
March 10 24 April 7 21 May 1226Musicians TBA
May 26 Remembering Miles(a tribute to Miles Davis)Musicians TBA
June 23 Brian Barlow Big Band(part of the TD Toronto Jazz Festival)
From theOrgan Bench
ITrsquoS JANUARY and the musical events we so recently enjoyed overthe Christmas season are still freshin our minds In particular theCCDP choir was delighted to par-ticipate in the fourth annual CityCarol Sing held at Yorkminster ParkBaptist There along with interna-tional opera stars Richard Margisonand Russell Braun actress Fiona
Reid the True North Brass the Larkin Singers theCanadian Childrenrsquos Opera Company the Choir ofYorkminster Park Baptist and Citytvrsquos Gord Martineau(with additional administrative support provided by NineSparrows Arts Foundation) we helped raise money forfood banks across Canada and more than $1600000 forthe Churches-on-the-Hill Food Bank
As we all know Easter arrives very early this year Pleasejoin us on Good Friday (March 29th) at 4pm for ourannual Christ Church Deer Park and Nine Sparrows ArtsFoundation presentation of ldquoThe Good Friday Concert ndashMusic for a Most Holy Dayrdquo when we will be presentingreadings and music based on the ldquoSeven Last Words ofChrist on the Crossrdquo Along with the CCDP soloists andchoir this yearrsquos concert will feature our special guest theArkadas String Quartet (Emily Kruspe violin JamieKruspe violin Jessie Morrison viola Brandon Wilkiecello) Yoursquoll be able to find further information about theconcert and the Arkadas String Quartet on the NineSparrows website (www9sparrowsartsorg) and the Musicpage of the CCDP website(wwwchristchurchdeerparkorg) As always admission tothe concert will be free (donations welcome) so comealong and bring a friend to what promises to be a very spe-cial event
In closing Irsquod like to mention that our LunchtimeChamber Music series has resumed and continues everyThursday until the end of June (with the exception ofMaundy Thursday ndash March 28th) If you have a chance
drop by the sanctuary on Thursdays at 1210pm to hearboth established artists and rising stars perform Admissionis free (donations are )welcome Bring your lunch and enjoy
Eric Robertson Organist amp Director of Music
If yoursquore interested in finding out more about the ChristChurch music program please contact me through theMusic page of the CCDP website
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CHRIST CHURCH DEER PARK JANUARYFEBRUARY 2013
Welcome to the Book Club
We invite all those who enjoy reading to come to our gatherings in 2013 to be held on Wednesdays
730 pmin the Arthur Smith Room
Please join us for lively conversation refreshments and wine
or your own choice of beverage
On February 27we will discuss any short stories of your choice by
Alice Munroe
On March 27the book is
Linden McIntyrersquos ldquoThe Bishoprsquos Manrdquo
The books for our spring meetings on April 24 andMay 29 will be announced later
For information call Anne Kear 416-924-3940
Remember to check our website for updates on these and other events
wwwthereslifehereorg
Christmas
FairDEBORAH WILKINSON AND BARBARAJOHNSTON Co-chairs along with Jayne MilesSimpson Emily Chatten Anne LarkinElizabeth Joy Lynn Lovekin Norma Ross JillBuckworth Judith Maxwell Pat AndersonJoyce Hamilton Lorna Lang Mary LouThompson and so many others hosted a verysuccessful Christmas Fair
Promiseland workers arrived at 8am to prepareand serve cookies muffins and StarbucksCoffee It was chilly outside but the Reindeerand those waiting in line certainly appreciatedthe treats
Our thanks to everyone
We had fun creating and coordinating thisChurchCommunity Event We are bothworking professionals as well as mothershosting an event of this magnitude demands a great deal of time One suggestion is todivide the event into smaller areas with committed people ldquomanagingrdquo each
The proceeds ($10000) are goimg towardChurch programs as well as the Churches on-the-Hill Food Bank
We are very grateful to Starbucks SheridanNurseries Sobeyrsquos Shoppersrsquo Drug MartLoblaws and Gingerrsquos Florist Please supportthe businesses in our area who support ourinitiativesTransitions
Your trusted partner in change
Jennifer Tivilukfounder and principal
4165760690transitionsstartca
yourtransitionpartnercom
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CHRIST CHURCH DEER PARK JANUARYFEBRUARY 2013
Hark Consider advertisingin the HERALDHERALD is published 5 times per year SeptOctNovDec JanFeb AprilMay JuneJuly Ad rates are very reasonablewe can even design your ad if requiredAnd since the HERALD is posted in full to our websitewwwthereslifehereorg your advertisements will also get exposure on the internet
For details and rates contact Elisabeth Lunder in theParish Office
HERALDDeadline for the next HERALD is April 17
DO YOU HAVE AN IDEA for an article Perhaps a feature on an unsung hero in the parish A special memory An historical fact Please speak to one of the clergy or to the Editor
Articles and announcements may be submitted at any time up to the deadline Just leave in the box in the Atrium or e-mail the editor at joyceiansympaticoca
Living Well Family ChiropracticOptimizing your health and well-being naturally
Dr Andrea PerriconeChiropractor amp Acupuncture provider
1366 Yonge St Suite 208 (416) 985-1911(south of St Clair at Balmoral) perriconedcgmailcom
Feel like being more involved Donrsquot have much time but want to help out Feeling new but want to join in Been here a while but havenrsquot been involved Have ideas to share
Join usTHERErsquoS LIFE HERE in what we do how we get together and what gets done
New members are always welcome to join any group atCCDPchoose one that interests you
Volunteers WelcomeTAKE A TURN at the Holy Grounds Cafeacutewith a friend as a familyitrsquos fun and your efforts are always appreciated
Please sign up on the sheet just inside the kitchen or speakto Jane Miles Simpson
Saturday April 20WE ARE EVEN NOW accepting contributions for the saleSome ideas to get you started - gently used clothing(menrsquos womenrsquos childrenrsquos) household items (cutlerydishes glasses linens) jewellery treasures games and
puzzlesthe list goes on
So whether you are downsizing or just spring cleaningremember the Rummage Sale Please look through yourclosetsmake room for the new and let us have what youdonrsquot need anymore(You can tell your friends too)
Drop off your items in the box in the Atrium)
And as the date draws nearer you will be hearing frommecount on it
Thank you
Maxine Henry Rummage Sale Co-ordinatormaxinethemaximizeryahooca 416-590-1008
SpringRummage
SALE
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CHRIST CHURCH DEER PARK JANUARYFEBRUARY 2013
Family owned and operated
WithadedicatedteamofthefinestdirectorsintheprofessiontheCrawfordfamilycontinuesthetraditionofservingthecommunityofNorthToronto
bull Burial amp Cremationbull No obligation Pre-Planning
Services
bull Ample parking availablebull Chapel Reception amp childrenrsquos
recreation rooms
159 Eglinton Ave WToronto ON M4R 1A8 wwwmorleybedfordca
416-489-8733
Robert OrsquoReillyExecutiveDirector
7BPleasantBlvdBox1053
TorontoOntarioM4T1K2
Tel416923-3779
Fax416923-0083
1-800-883-7761
robertsmartkidzorg
wwwsmartkidzorg Need a friendly hand to help you with some of the practical tasks of everyday life such as
bull errandsbull shoppingbull banking
bull medical appointmentsCall on
At-Home Help
Lorna W Lang(416) 932-2599
LornaCareshotmailcom
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CHRIST CHURCH DEER PARK JANUARYFEBRUARY 2013
DougrsquosDiscourse
LENTEN LECTIONARY DISCUSSION GROUP An Invitation
In collaboration with parish clergy and the Lay MinistryCommittee CCDP wishes to build upon the success ofthe Advent Discussion Group by sponsoring a similargroup for the season of Lent However it arrives with anappropriate Lenten twist
Participants in the Advent Discussion Group reported thatthey valued the opportunity to either explore the lectionaryreadings for each Sunday of Advent or to reflect upon thesermon of the day The discussion groups were well attendedand generally fell into a 45 minute format which followedshortly after the 1000am service
When the Lay Ministry Committee met to explore Lentenadult educational opportunities we found the Sundayldquoafter churchrdquo schedule already committed to the importantbusiness of reviewing parish finances and then the 2013Vestry meeting The challenge became not how might wecontinue to build upon the success of the Advent programbut when
Lent is that Christian season where we turn our hearts andminds towards the spiritual preparation of journeying withChrist towards Easter Traditionally Lent is a time whenChristians give up some aspect of personal behaviour as an outward sign of preparation for Easter Such a Lentenpractice is made manifest through the action or witness of giving up alcohol dessert movies or whatever might be considered pleasurable
An equally valid Lenten observance is the opposite of the above The ldquotaking onrdquo of an additional practice or observance which helps one to focus upon the worshipinglife of the parish or the themes of the Lenten season
This Lenten season CCDP will sponsor a Sunday discussiongroup which will explore the Lectionary readings of eachSundayrsquos worship The discussion group will be scheduledbetween the 800 and 1000am services beginning shortlyafter 900am and ending by 945am Such a time slot isdesigned to invite worshippers from both the 800 and1000 congregations The discussion groups will be facilitated by both the clergy and laity of the parish and
weekly materials will be made available to participants through the parish website Details as to the location of thediscussion will be noted in the Sunday leaflets
The timing of this discussion group is a bit of an innovationfor CCDP Those who attend the 800am service are invitedto linger to explore the scriptural readings of the day whileldquoten orsquoclockerrsquosrdquo will be encouraged to come early for thesame opportunity As is the custom of Lent some will beinvited to ldquogive uprdquo their time on a Sunday morning whileothers will be challenged to ldquotake onrdquo the Lenten disciplineof arriving at church a little earlier on Sunday mornings
At its simplest Lent is a season where we examine onceagain our understanding of who God is and how Godmakes manifest Godrsquos divine grace through Jesus ChristExploring the meanings of scripture is a powerful way ofdoing exactly that I hope you will consider if only for 45minutes on a Sunday morning exploring with the clergyand others at CCDP our Lenten journey towards Easter as captured within our lectionary readings
The Reverend Canon Douglas Graydon Assistant Priest
Shrove Tuesday Pancake SupperTuesday February 12530 - 700 pmElliott Hall$5 for Adults Children enjoy for Free
Yummy pancakes syrup sausages and other goodthings Donrsquot mss it
Followed by Family Ash Wednesday Service - 700 pm
Ash Wednesday Services700 am 12 noon and 700 pm
The Chapel will be open all day on Wednesday for prayer and reflection
Sunday Services in LentFeb 17 24 March 3 10 17 24
800 am Holy Eucharist1000 am Holy Eucharist with choir
(church school amp childcare provided)
Holy Week and Easter ServicesPalm Sunday March 24810am Holy Eucharist with Palm Procession
Maundy Thursday March 287pm Sung Eucharist the Washing of Feet
followed by a Stripping of the Altar8pm Gethsemane Watch in the Chapel
Good Friday March 29915am Stations of the Cross
for Children amp Families11am Sung Solemn Liturgy1250pm Churches on-the-Hill Good Friday Walk4pm Good Friday Concert
Holy Saturday March 30730pm The Great Vigil of Easter
Holy Eucharistfollowed by the planting of the Easter Garden and a Resurrection Party
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Help us make Palm CrossesFriday March 22 930amin the Arthur Smith Room
Please join us
There will be people there toremind us how to make the crossesand also to demonstrate the technique for those new to the taskBring a pair of scissors with you
Easter Memorial FlowersIF YOU WOULD LIKE to contribute tothe cost of decorating the church forEaster please use the small brownenvelopes in the pews
If you would like to make yourdonation in memory of a loved oneprint the name of the person(s) tobe remembered on the envelope
Place the envelope in the offeringplate
Memorials will be included in theEaster bulletin
Donations may also be arranged through the office
andChrist Church Deer Park
present the
Good Friday ConcertMusic for a Most Holy DayFeaturing readings and music based onldquoSeven last words of Christ on the Crossrdquo
Special GuestArkadas String Quartet
Emily Kruspe violin Jamie Kruspe violinJessie Morrison viola Brandon Wilkie cello
and FeaturingSoloists and Choir of
Christ Church Deer ParkEric RobertsonMusic Director
March 29- 400pmAdmission FreeAll are Welcome
Easter Day March 31810am Holy Eucharist
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CHRIST CHURCH DEER PARK JANUARYFEBRUARY 2013
The point is all that made the water or the wood does notcease to exist It simply continues in a different form Theessence of the original cannot be destroyed You cannotdestroy matter That is a universal law that applies to allthings Every particle of the universe exists today as it hasexisted from the beginning of time I believe that includesthe essence of each of us I accept that it is a simple rule ofthe universe that all that exists has existed forever and willexist forever We may not understand the infinite permutationsbut we simply cannot deny the infinite
As far as the universe being some sort of cataclysmic accident Irsquoll refer to Albert Einstein He spent a great dealof his life as a proclaimed atheist Somewhere along theway he started having some doubts about the universebeing some sort of random accident I submit that Einsteinhad a better understanding of the universe than most of usBelow is an excerpt from an article on his thoughts
ldquoIn developing the theory of relativity Einstein realized thatthe equations led to the conclusion that the universe had a beginning He didnrsquot like the idea of a beginning becausehe thought one would have to conclude that the universewas created by God So he added a cosmological constantto the equation to attempt to get rid of the beginning He said this was one of the worst mistakes of his life Ofcourse the results of Edwin Hubble confirmed that theuniverse was expanding and had a beginning at some pointin the past So Einstein became a deist - a believer in animpersonal creator Godrdquo
Tim New
Tim New is the son of a friend of your editor Tim happenedto be at home during one of our visits Our friend had beenconcerned about the direction his life had been taking Over thecourse of the evening Tim and Ian carried on a conversation atthe kitchen table None of the rest of us were party to what theydiscussed but to this day Tim credits Ian and this conversationwith his new direction and perspectivewho knew (and hismother is very happy)
SHROVE TUESDAY OCCURS THE TUESDAY before AshWednesday It officially ends the season of Epiphany and is the vigil for the starting of Lent
Traditionally viewed as a day of repentance ShroveTuesday has become the last day for celebration and feastingbefore the period of fasting required during the Lentenseason The name ldquoShrove Tuesdayrdquo is derived from theword ldquoshriverdquo which means to confess and receive absolutionThe name denotes a period of cleansing wherein a personbrings their lusts and appetites under subjection throughabstention and self-sacrifice
The concept behind this practice is found in 1 Corinthians 927 where the Apostle Paul states ldquoI buffetmy body and make it my slaverdquo Ironically ShroveTuesday has evolved into a day of frivolity and indulgenceduring which people participate in as much pleasure andself-gratification as they can before Lent begins
At Christ Church Deer Park our delicious feast begins at530 and runs until 7pm Families in the Community eattogether on long tables sharing with Newcomers Singlesand Seniors It is a happy occasion where everyone isinvited into the Arthur Smith room for an Imposition ofthe Ashes ceremony intended for those who wonrsquot makeour Ash Wednesday services Please plan to join us
On EasterA REFLECTION
ON EASTER I thought I would write down some of mythoughts on religion I apologize in advance for my ramblings
On life after death This is one of the more perplexingissues Personally I am confident that the moment inwhich we shed our earthly skin is not the last moment It is simply a new beginning
9 HERALD
CHRIST CHURCH DEER PARK JANUARYFEBRUARY 2013
A Word fromthe Wardens
THERE HAVE BEEN some recent changes to our staff atCCDP
In December we bid farewell to Hilary Keachie our popular and energetic Director of Children amp YouthMinistry Corporation wishes Hilary success in all herfuture endeavors
The new Director of Children and Youth Ministry isNatalie Kemp Corporation welcomes Natalie to CCDPWith her training her experience and her enthusiasm webelieve that PromiseLand YAL and other ministries for ouryounger parishioners will flourish under Nataliersquos leadership
We also note the departure of The Reverend JoanneBillinger who was with us as an Assistant Curate for a shortperiod between assignments It was a pleasure havingJoanne with us again and wish her all the best in her newparish
We completed our second annual Stewardship campaign in December In view of the major campaign in Decemberof 2011 and an extremely successful ldquoOur-Faith Our-Hoperdquocampaign in 2012 it was decided that this yearrsquos Adventcampaign would be fairly low-keyed The results reflectedthat decision However both the Stewardship Committeeand Corporation believe strongly that having an annualcampaign is critical to ensure that our revenue continues tomeet our expenses Since some expenses will increase everyyear due to inflation efforts will have to be made to bringin increased annual revenue to offset these increases as wellas to fund increased program initiatives
Corporation is presently finalizing the financial statementsfor the 2012 year end developing the budget for 2013and completing all the other items required prior to Vestryon 24th of February
It appears that we will meet the operating budget for 2012However we still have very significant challenges for 2013
bull We have no reason to predict any significant increase inannual givings from the congregation ie income will be flat
bull Salaries and many regular expenses will be going up dueto inflation ie non-discretionary expenses will go upslightly
bull There is a deficit of about $100000 outstanding fromprevious years A loan from the 1870 Fund covers thisdeficit This loan should be paid off as soon as reasonable
bull The Building Fund is very nearly depleted and is currently insufficient to fund normal ldquocapital projectsrdquoThese generally run in the order of $50000 to $60000annually
For these reasons there will be no increases in the 2013budget over 2012 except for those items that are non-discretionary
The CCDP ldquoOur Faith ndash Our Hope Campaignrdquo was verysuccessful We have already received our first installment ofthe $406000 we will receive over the next five years Thesefunds are being put into a new ldquoRe-Imagining ChurchFundrdquo They will be used for new initiatives to build up ourparish as outlined in the CCDP ldquoOur Faith ndash Our HoperdquoParish Case Statement as follows
bull Additional staffing for new ministries (ie youth and pastoral care)
bull Capital projects that will enhance our mission and ministry
bull Technology to help us communicate in more innovativeways
bull Outreach projects ndash locally and globally
Corporation is currently developing a procedure for theallotment of the monies in the ldquoRe-Imagining ChurchFund ldquo
ldquoIn the Worksrdquo has working groups developing initiatives insix priority areas that have been identified Your participationin any of these groups is welcomed Check the Sunday bulletin for details A progress report on ldquoIn the Worksrdquowill be made at Vestry in February
Enjoy the rest of the winter
Walter Blackwell Rob Morrow Carolyn KearnsRectorrsquos Warden Peoplersquos Warden Deputy Warden
Genevieve ChornenkiMember-at-Large
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CHRIST CHURCH DEER PARK JANUARYFEBRUARY 2013
Social Matters
PLANET ENDANGERED IN MID JANUARY I took part with 130 other seekers in amoving vigil for planet Earth at the Church of the HolyTrinity It opened fittingly in the heart of this city built onancient Mississauga lands with smudging and prayers forwisdom guidance and strength We shared an originalliturgy celebrating in Jesusrsquo baptism Godrsquos purpose notonly for Jesus but for water Anglican Indigenous BishopMark MacDonald presided over the scripture readingshymns laments prayers and blessing of water
I found author Alanna Mitchellrsquos address riveting Ourvigil she said was in fact for planet Water mdash 71 of theEarthrsquos surface is ocean and it contains all but 1 ofEarthrsquos living space Water is the key to life If life in theocean dies so does life in the air In the five past massextinctions on Earth ldquochanges to the ocean played a starringrolerdquo over time carbon dioxide turned the ocean acidicand also by warming the air created vast swathes of oceandevoid of oxygen Siberian volcanic eruptions were thekilling mechanism in the last great extinction mdash of 95 of species mdash 252 million years ago Now we ourselves arethe erupting volcano Ocean is becoming ldquowarm sour andbreathlessrdquo the changes are speeding up and Its creaturesare having a hard time making shells coral reefs bonesIncreasing wild weather hurricanes floods extreme heatare not mere global warming ldquoscientists call it planetarydestabilizationrdquo she told us Five huge subtropical swathesof ocean mdash 40 of the planetrsquos surface mdash have become asoup of plastics (themselves fossil-based) disintegrated intofragments that are being ingested by ocean creaturesWater in our liturgy and life is healing renewal survivalbaptism redemption forgiveness and hope ldquoholding outthe dream of infinite possibilityrdquo We can forestall massiveextinction she urged we can stop using fossils in waysdamaging Earth we have the technology for a shift togreen energy Maybe the response across Canada to theldquoIdle No Morerdquo movement shows that we ourselves canput the puzzle together Perhaps the ending to the ldquoparableof the human reign on Earthrdquo will be one based onredemption love and success as we pull back from the
brink because we ldquotook the greatest challenge humans haveever faced and simply ran with itrdquo (Seehttpwwwtorontoanglicanca20130123vigil-for-earth-raises-environmental-aboriginal-concerns to download thetext)
In prayers Bishop MacDonald linked the indigenous searchfor justice with the need for eco-justice and care of theenvironment We drank from the bowl of water that hadbeen blessed and took small vials to pour into a treasuredlake or river as a sign of renewal Fear sorrow thanksgivingjoy and resolution filled our worship It was a blessedevening Lent is near the season to reflect on our lives Atthe vigil diocesan Social Justice and Advocacy consultantMurray Macadam urged us to take action raise these issuesin our congregation become active in environmentalorganizations talk to our MPs How can we show in ourpersonal and collective lives that we understand who we are and what care of Godrsquos creation means
Phyllis Creighton
MADISON HOUSE is a large house on Madison Avenuewhich was purchased in the 1950s by the Big Sisters ofMetropolitan Toronto - Betty Van Wyck was at one timePresident and Chairman of the Board of this organization
Now called Youth Link the agency offers treatment counselling and some residences and co-ops for teenagegirls and boys
Our ACW recently donated one of their hand-made quiltsto Madison House
In their thank you notes we are told that they had a hardtime deciding how best to use itand so on agreementthey drew names and and one lucky young womanreceived itto use while in residence and to take with herwhen she has her own apartment
A Gift and a Thank You
11 HERALD
CHRIST CHURCH DEER PARK JANUARYFEBRUARY 2013
Please join us as we celebrateWorld Day of Prayer
Friday March 1100 pm
Christ Church Deer ParkldquoI was a stranger and you welcomed merdquo
A brief history
THE ORIGINS OF THE WORLD DAY OF PRAYER date back tothe 19th century Christian women of the United Statesand Canada initiated a variety of cooperative activities in support of womenrsquos involvement in misson at home and in other parts of the world
Women had a vision of Christian unity as being essentialto their exercise of mission By 1897 women of sixdenominations had formed a joint committee for a unitedday of prayer for home missons In 1912 the WomanrsquosBoards of Foreign Missions called for a united day ofprayer for foreign missions
After the devastation of World War I women incorporatedthe conviction that world peace was intrinsically tied toworld mission Therefore the women renewed their effortsfor unity
In 1928 during an International Missionary Conferencein Jerusalem delegates agreed that worldwide participationwould be a bond of unity among women In 1930 HelenKim of Korea was chosen to be the first woman outside ofNorth America to write the order of worship for the WorldDay of Prayer
Each year one country is chosen to prepare the servicereadings related study topics plus stories about their countryall relating to the theme This yearrsquos program is presentedby the women of France
The World Day of Prayer is now a world-wide movementof Christian women of many denominations and traditions who come together to observe a common day of prayer each year to which all people are welcome
It is now a movement initiated and carried out bywomen in more that 170 countries and regions aroundthe world
Through World Day of Prayer women affirm thatprayer and action are inseparable and that both haveimmeasurable influence in the world
Hosting the World Day of Prayer celebration rotatesamong the Churches on--the-Hill This year CCDP hasthe honour
Our guest speaker will be former Member of ParliamentThe Hon John Godfrey
Comeadd your voice to the millions around the worldwho will be gathering in powerful prayer to share thesame service at the same time (and then share in the conversationand French treats after the service
Have you been to France Do you have photos memorabilia or stories to share
We would love to have you share them with us as wecelebrate France on this World Day of Prayer
Contact Elizabeth Joyspeak to her in church or callher at 416-487-3007Merci bien
12 HERALD
CHRIST CHURCH DEER PARK JANUARYFEBRUARY 2013
The GalleryIn the Arthur Smith Room
PARISH REGISTERIn MemoriumMary Joan Rowat
Dorothy Linton StewartReginald Victor Macauley Barnett
SpringLuncheon
Tuesday May 21 1200 noonMark you calendars now for this always anticipated event
Watch our Website and Sunday Bulletins for more details as the date draws near
Mark your calendars now for our annual
BOOK SALESaturday May 25th1000 am - 200 pm
WE WELCOME HELP with sorting and storing the books in theweeks leading up to May 25th We also need help in settingout the books on the day before as well as on the day of the sale
Of course we will neeed books toodrop off in the box in the Atriumpaperback hardcover coffee table LPs CDsVideos and DVDs but please NO encyclopaedias outdatedtext or business books
If you have any questions or wish to volunteer some timeplease call Anne Kear 416-924-3940
Dorothy Linton StewartIn her 85th year on January 5th 2013 after a
long illness
Dorothy was a congregant of Christ ChurchDeer Park since 2004 after she moved toToronto from Manhattan Dorothy was apainter and not only exhibited her work at
Christ Church Deer Park but in galleries in NewYork Montreal Boston Bilbao and Abu DhabiHer work was exuberant and she was a master ofcolour An artistrsquos artist she will be missed
CCDP has been offered a painting of Dorothyrsquosin appreciation of the warmth and caring thecommunity provided her in her latter years
Financial ForumsSunday February 17
After the 1000am serviceArthur Smith Room
Hosted by the Churchwardens to provide you with an opportunity to review budget figures and ask questions prior to the Vestry meeting
13 HERALD
CHRIST CHURCH DEER PARK JANUARYFEBRUARY 2013
JOIN US every second Sunday at 430 pm for this popular service of music a reflective reading prayers for our city and the world and great musicfeaturing some of Torontorsquosfinest jazz musicians
Jan 27 Tribute to Horace SilverGary WilliamsonpianoSteve McDade trumpetPerry White saxophoneScott Alexander bassBrian Barlow drumsTributereflection by Brian Barlow
Feb 10 Remembering George ShearingDon Thompson pianoNeil Swainson bass Tribute talk by Brian Barlow
Feb 24 Barry Elmes QuartetBarry White saxophoneReg Schwager guitarSteve Wallace bassBarry Elmes drums
March 10 24 April 7 21 May 1226Musicians TBA
May 26 Remembering Miles(a tribute to Miles Davis)Musicians TBA
June 23 Brian Barlow Big Band(part of the TD Toronto Jazz Festival)
From theOrgan Bench
ITrsquoS JANUARY and the musical events we so recently enjoyed overthe Christmas season are still freshin our minds In particular theCCDP choir was delighted to par-ticipate in the fourth annual CityCarol Sing held at Yorkminster ParkBaptist There along with interna-tional opera stars Richard Margisonand Russell Braun actress Fiona
Reid the True North Brass the Larkin Singers theCanadian Childrenrsquos Opera Company the Choir ofYorkminster Park Baptist and Citytvrsquos Gord Martineau(with additional administrative support provided by NineSparrows Arts Foundation) we helped raise money forfood banks across Canada and more than $1600000 forthe Churches-on-the-Hill Food Bank
As we all know Easter arrives very early this year Pleasejoin us on Good Friday (March 29th) at 4pm for ourannual Christ Church Deer Park and Nine Sparrows ArtsFoundation presentation of ldquoThe Good Friday Concert ndashMusic for a Most Holy Dayrdquo when we will be presentingreadings and music based on the ldquoSeven Last Words ofChrist on the Crossrdquo Along with the CCDP soloists andchoir this yearrsquos concert will feature our special guest theArkadas String Quartet (Emily Kruspe violin JamieKruspe violin Jessie Morrison viola Brandon Wilkiecello) Yoursquoll be able to find further information about theconcert and the Arkadas String Quartet on the NineSparrows website (www9sparrowsartsorg) and the Musicpage of the CCDP website(wwwchristchurchdeerparkorg) As always admission tothe concert will be free (donations welcome) so comealong and bring a friend to what promises to be a very spe-cial event
In closing Irsquod like to mention that our LunchtimeChamber Music series has resumed and continues everyThursday until the end of June (with the exception ofMaundy Thursday ndash March 28th) If you have a chance
drop by the sanctuary on Thursdays at 1210pm to hearboth established artists and rising stars perform Admissionis free (donations are )welcome Bring your lunch and enjoy
Eric Robertson Organist amp Director of Music
If yoursquore interested in finding out more about the ChristChurch music program please contact me through theMusic page of the CCDP website
14 HERALD
CHRIST CHURCH DEER PARK JANUARYFEBRUARY 2013
Welcome to the Book Club
We invite all those who enjoy reading to come to our gatherings in 2013 to be held on Wednesdays
730 pmin the Arthur Smith Room
Please join us for lively conversation refreshments and wine
or your own choice of beverage
On February 27we will discuss any short stories of your choice by
Alice Munroe
On March 27the book is
Linden McIntyrersquos ldquoThe Bishoprsquos Manrdquo
The books for our spring meetings on April 24 andMay 29 will be announced later
For information call Anne Kear 416-924-3940
Remember to check our website for updates on these and other events
wwwthereslifehereorg
Christmas
FairDEBORAH WILKINSON AND BARBARAJOHNSTON Co-chairs along with Jayne MilesSimpson Emily Chatten Anne LarkinElizabeth Joy Lynn Lovekin Norma Ross JillBuckworth Judith Maxwell Pat AndersonJoyce Hamilton Lorna Lang Mary LouThompson and so many others hosted a verysuccessful Christmas Fair
Promiseland workers arrived at 8am to prepareand serve cookies muffins and StarbucksCoffee It was chilly outside but the Reindeerand those waiting in line certainly appreciatedthe treats
Our thanks to everyone
We had fun creating and coordinating thisChurchCommunity Event We are bothworking professionals as well as mothershosting an event of this magnitude demands a great deal of time One suggestion is todivide the event into smaller areas with committed people ldquomanagingrdquo each
The proceeds ($10000) are goimg towardChurch programs as well as the Churches on-the-Hill Food Bank
We are very grateful to Starbucks SheridanNurseries Sobeyrsquos Shoppersrsquo Drug MartLoblaws and Gingerrsquos Florist Please supportthe businesses in our area who support ourinitiativesTransitions
Your trusted partner in change
Jennifer Tivilukfounder and principal
4165760690transitionsstartca
yourtransitionpartnercom
15 HERALD
CHRIST CHURCH DEER PARK JANUARYFEBRUARY 2013
Hark Consider advertisingin the HERALDHERALD is published 5 times per year SeptOctNovDec JanFeb AprilMay JuneJuly Ad rates are very reasonablewe can even design your ad if requiredAnd since the HERALD is posted in full to our websitewwwthereslifehereorg your advertisements will also get exposure on the internet
For details and rates contact Elisabeth Lunder in theParish Office
HERALDDeadline for the next HERALD is April 17
DO YOU HAVE AN IDEA for an article Perhaps a feature on an unsung hero in the parish A special memory An historical fact Please speak to one of the clergy or to the Editor
Articles and announcements may be submitted at any time up to the deadline Just leave in the box in the Atrium or e-mail the editor at joyceiansympaticoca
Living Well Family ChiropracticOptimizing your health and well-being naturally
Dr Andrea PerriconeChiropractor amp Acupuncture provider
1366 Yonge St Suite 208 (416) 985-1911(south of St Clair at Balmoral) perriconedcgmailcom
Feel like being more involved Donrsquot have much time but want to help out Feeling new but want to join in Been here a while but havenrsquot been involved Have ideas to share
Join usTHERErsquoS LIFE HERE in what we do how we get together and what gets done
New members are always welcome to join any group atCCDPchoose one that interests you
Volunteers WelcomeTAKE A TURN at the Holy Grounds Cafeacutewith a friend as a familyitrsquos fun and your efforts are always appreciated
Please sign up on the sheet just inside the kitchen or speakto Jane Miles Simpson
Saturday April 20WE ARE EVEN NOW accepting contributions for the saleSome ideas to get you started - gently used clothing(menrsquos womenrsquos childrenrsquos) household items (cutlerydishes glasses linens) jewellery treasures games and
puzzlesthe list goes on
So whether you are downsizing or just spring cleaningremember the Rummage Sale Please look through yourclosetsmake room for the new and let us have what youdonrsquot need anymore(You can tell your friends too)
Drop off your items in the box in the Atrium)
And as the date draws nearer you will be hearing frommecount on it
Thank you
Maxine Henry Rummage Sale Co-ordinatormaxinethemaximizeryahooca 416-590-1008
SpringRummage
SALE
16 HERALD
CHRIST CHURCH DEER PARK JANUARYFEBRUARY 2013
Family owned and operated
WithadedicatedteamofthefinestdirectorsintheprofessiontheCrawfordfamilycontinuesthetraditionofservingthecommunityofNorthToronto
bull Burial amp Cremationbull No obligation Pre-Planning
Services
bull Ample parking availablebull Chapel Reception amp childrenrsquos
recreation rooms
159 Eglinton Ave WToronto ON M4R 1A8 wwwmorleybedfordca
416-489-8733
Robert OrsquoReillyExecutiveDirector
7BPleasantBlvdBox1053
TorontoOntarioM4T1K2
Tel416923-3779
Fax416923-0083
1-800-883-7761
robertsmartkidzorg
wwwsmartkidzorg Need a friendly hand to help you with some of the practical tasks of everyday life such as
bull errandsbull shoppingbull banking
bull medical appointmentsCall on
At-Home Help
Lorna W Lang(416) 932-2599
LornaCareshotmailcom
Holy Week and Easter ServicesPalm Sunday March 24810am Holy Eucharist with Palm Procession
Maundy Thursday March 287pm Sung Eucharist the Washing of Feet
followed by a Stripping of the Altar8pm Gethsemane Watch in the Chapel
Good Friday March 29915am Stations of the Cross
for Children amp Families11am Sung Solemn Liturgy1250pm Churches on-the-Hill Good Friday Walk4pm Good Friday Concert
Holy Saturday March 30730pm The Great Vigil of Easter
Holy Eucharistfollowed by the planting of the Easter Garden and a Resurrection Party
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CHRIST CHURCH DEER PARK JANUARYFEBRUARY 2013
Help us make Palm CrossesFriday March 22 930amin the Arthur Smith Room
Please join us
There will be people there toremind us how to make the crossesand also to demonstrate the technique for those new to the taskBring a pair of scissors with you
Easter Memorial FlowersIF YOU WOULD LIKE to contribute tothe cost of decorating the church forEaster please use the small brownenvelopes in the pews
If you would like to make yourdonation in memory of a loved oneprint the name of the person(s) tobe remembered on the envelope
Place the envelope in the offeringplate
Memorials will be included in theEaster bulletin
Donations may also be arranged through the office
andChrist Church Deer Park
present the
Good Friday ConcertMusic for a Most Holy DayFeaturing readings and music based onldquoSeven last words of Christ on the Crossrdquo
Special GuestArkadas String Quartet
Emily Kruspe violin Jamie Kruspe violinJessie Morrison viola Brandon Wilkie cello
and FeaturingSoloists and Choir of
Christ Church Deer ParkEric RobertsonMusic Director
March 29- 400pmAdmission FreeAll are Welcome
Easter Day March 31810am Holy Eucharist
8 HERALD
CHRIST CHURCH DEER PARK JANUARYFEBRUARY 2013
The point is all that made the water or the wood does notcease to exist It simply continues in a different form Theessence of the original cannot be destroyed You cannotdestroy matter That is a universal law that applies to allthings Every particle of the universe exists today as it hasexisted from the beginning of time I believe that includesthe essence of each of us I accept that it is a simple rule ofthe universe that all that exists has existed forever and willexist forever We may not understand the infinite permutationsbut we simply cannot deny the infinite
As far as the universe being some sort of cataclysmic accident Irsquoll refer to Albert Einstein He spent a great dealof his life as a proclaimed atheist Somewhere along theway he started having some doubts about the universebeing some sort of random accident I submit that Einsteinhad a better understanding of the universe than most of usBelow is an excerpt from an article on his thoughts
ldquoIn developing the theory of relativity Einstein realized thatthe equations led to the conclusion that the universe had a beginning He didnrsquot like the idea of a beginning becausehe thought one would have to conclude that the universewas created by God So he added a cosmological constantto the equation to attempt to get rid of the beginning He said this was one of the worst mistakes of his life Ofcourse the results of Edwin Hubble confirmed that theuniverse was expanding and had a beginning at some pointin the past So Einstein became a deist - a believer in animpersonal creator Godrdquo
Tim New
Tim New is the son of a friend of your editor Tim happenedto be at home during one of our visits Our friend had beenconcerned about the direction his life had been taking Over thecourse of the evening Tim and Ian carried on a conversation atthe kitchen table None of the rest of us were party to what theydiscussed but to this day Tim credits Ian and this conversationwith his new direction and perspectivewho knew (and hismother is very happy)
SHROVE TUESDAY OCCURS THE TUESDAY before AshWednesday It officially ends the season of Epiphany and is the vigil for the starting of Lent
Traditionally viewed as a day of repentance ShroveTuesday has become the last day for celebration and feastingbefore the period of fasting required during the Lentenseason The name ldquoShrove Tuesdayrdquo is derived from theword ldquoshriverdquo which means to confess and receive absolutionThe name denotes a period of cleansing wherein a personbrings their lusts and appetites under subjection throughabstention and self-sacrifice
The concept behind this practice is found in 1 Corinthians 927 where the Apostle Paul states ldquoI buffetmy body and make it my slaverdquo Ironically ShroveTuesday has evolved into a day of frivolity and indulgenceduring which people participate in as much pleasure andself-gratification as they can before Lent begins
At Christ Church Deer Park our delicious feast begins at530 and runs until 7pm Families in the Community eattogether on long tables sharing with Newcomers Singlesand Seniors It is a happy occasion where everyone isinvited into the Arthur Smith room for an Imposition ofthe Ashes ceremony intended for those who wonrsquot makeour Ash Wednesday services Please plan to join us
On EasterA REFLECTION
ON EASTER I thought I would write down some of mythoughts on religion I apologize in advance for my ramblings
On life after death This is one of the more perplexingissues Personally I am confident that the moment inwhich we shed our earthly skin is not the last moment It is simply a new beginning
9 HERALD
CHRIST CHURCH DEER PARK JANUARYFEBRUARY 2013
A Word fromthe Wardens
THERE HAVE BEEN some recent changes to our staff atCCDP
In December we bid farewell to Hilary Keachie our popular and energetic Director of Children amp YouthMinistry Corporation wishes Hilary success in all herfuture endeavors
The new Director of Children and Youth Ministry isNatalie Kemp Corporation welcomes Natalie to CCDPWith her training her experience and her enthusiasm webelieve that PromiseLand YAL and other ministries for ouryounger parishioners will flourish under Nataliersquos leadership
We also note the departure of The Reverend JoanneBillinger who was with us as an Assistant Curate for a shortperiod between assignments It was a pleasure havingJoanne with us again and wish her all the best in her newparish
We completed our second annual Stewardship campaign in December In view of the major campaign in Decemberof 2011 and an extremely successful ldquoOur-Faith Our-Hoperdquocampaign in 2012 it was decided that this yearrsquos Adventcampaign would be fairly low-keyed The results reflectedthat decision However both the Stewardship Committeeand Corporation believe strongly that having an annualcampaign is critical to ensure that our revenue continues tomeet our expenses Since some expenses will increase everyyear due to inflation efforts will have to be made to bringin increased annual revenue to offset these increases as wellas to fund increased program initiatives
Corporation is presently finalizing the financial statementsfor the 2012 year end developing the budget for 2013and completing all the other items required prior to Vestryon 24th of February
It appears that we will meet the operating budget for 2012However we still have very significant challenges for 2013
bull We have no reason to predict any significant increase inannual givings from the congregation ie income will be flat
bull Salaries and many regular expenses will be going up dueto inflation ie non-discretionary expenses will go upslightly
bull There is a deficit of about $100000 outstanding fromprevious years A loan from the 1870 Fund covers thisdeficit This loan should be paid off as soon as reasonable
bull The Building Fund is very nearly depleted and is currently insufficient to fund normal ldquocapital projectsrdquoThese generally run in the order of $50000 to $60000annually
For these reasons there will be no increases in the 2013budget over 2012 except for those items that are non-discretionary
The CCDP ldquoOur Faith ndash Our Hope Campaignrdquo was verysuccessful We have already received our first installment ofthe $406000 we will receive over the next five years Thesefunds are being put into a new ldquoRe-Imagining ChurchFundrdquo They will be used for new initiatives to build up ourparish as outlined in the CCDP ldquoOur Faith ndash Our HoperdquoParish Case Statement as follows
bull Additional staffing for new ministries (ie youth and pastoral care)
bull Capital projects that will enhance our mission and ministry
bull Technology to help us communicate in more innovativeways
bull Outreach projects ndash locally and globally
Corporation is currently developing a procedure for theallotment of the monies in the ldquoRe-Imagining ChurchFund ldquo
ldquoIn the Worksrdquo has working groups developing initiatives insix priority areas that have been identified Your participationin any of these groups is welcomed Check the Sunday bulletin for details A progress report on ldquoIn the Worksrdquowill be made at Vestry in February
Enjoy the rest of the winter
Walter Blackwell Rob Morrow Carolyn KearnsRectorrsquos Warden Peoplersquos Warden Deputy Warden
Genevieve ChornenkiMember-at-Large
10 HERALD
CHRIST CHURCH DEER PARK JANUARYFEBRUARY 2013
Social Matters
PLANET ENDANGERED IN MID JANUARY I took part with 130 other seekers in amoving vigil for planet Earth at the Church of the HolyTrinity It opened fittingly in the heart of this city built onancient Mississauga lands with smudging and prayers forwisdom guidance and strength We shared an originalliturgy celebrating in Jesusrsquo baptism Godrsquos purpose notonly for Jesus but for water Anglican Indigenous BishopMark MacDonald presided over the scripture readingshymns laments prayers and blessing of water
I found author Alanna Mitchellrsquos address riveting Ourvigil she said was in fact for planet Water mdash 71 of theEarthrsquos surface is ocean and it contains all but 1 ofEarthrsquos living space Water is the key to life If life in theocean dies so does life in the air In the five past massextinctions on Earth ldquochanges to the ocean played a starringrolerdquo over time carbon dioxide turned the ocean acidicand also by warming the air created vast swathes of oceandevoid of oxygen Siberian volcanic eruptions were thekilling mechanism in the last great extinction mdash of 95 of species mdash 252 million years ago Now we ourselves arethe erupting volcano Ocean is becoming ldquowarm sour andbreathlessrdquo the changes are speeding up and Its creaturesare having a hard time making shells coral reefs bonesIncreasing wild weather hurricanes floods extreme heatare not mere global warming ldquoscientists call it planetarydestabilizationrdquo she told us Five huge subtropical swathesof ocean mdash 40 of the planetrsquos surface mdash have become asoup of plastics (themselves fossil-based) disintegrated intofragments that are being ingested by ocean creaturesWater in our liturgy and life is healing renewal survivalbaptism redemption forgiveness and hope ldquoholding outthe dream of infinite possibilityrdquo We can forestall massiveextinction she urged we can stop using fossils in waysdamaging Earth we have the technology for a shift togreen energy Maybe the response across Canada to theldquoIdle No Morerdquo movement shows that we ourselves canput the puzzle together Perhaps the ending to the ldquoparableof the human reign on Earthrdquo will be one based onredemption love and success as we pull back from the
brink because we ldquotook the greatest challenge humans haveever faced and simply ran with itrdquo (Seehttpwwwtorontoanglicanca20130123vigil-for-earth-raises-environmental-aboriginal-concerns to download thetext)
In prayers Bishop MacDonald linked the indigenous searchfor justice with the need for eco-justice and care of theenvironment We drank from the bowl of water that hadbeen blessed and took small vials to pour into a treasuredlake or river as a sign of renewal Fear sorrow thanksgivingjoy and resolution filled our worship It was a blessedevening Lent is near the season to reflect on our lives Atthe vigil diocesan Social Justice and Advocacy consultantMurray Macadam urged us to take action raise these issuesin our congregation become active in environmentalorganizations talk to our MPs How can we show in ourpersonal and collective lives that we understand who we are and what care of Godrsquos creation means
Phyllis Creighton
MADISON HOUSE is a large house on Madison Avenuewhich was purchased in the 1950s by the Big Sisters ofMetropolitan Toronto - Betty Van Wyck was at one timePresident and Chairman of the Board of this organization
Now called Youth Link the agency offers treatment counselling and some residences and co-ops for teenagegirls and boys
Our ACW recently donated one of their hand-made quiltsto Madison House
In their thank you notes we are told that they had a hardtime deciding how best to use itand so on agreementthey drew names and and one lucky young womanreceived itto use while in residence and to take with herwhen she has her own apartment
A Gift and a Thank You
11 HERALD
CHRIST CHURCH DEER PARK JANUARYFEBRUARY 2013
Please join us as we celebrateWorld Day of Prayer
Friday March 1100 pm
Christ Church Deer ParkldquoI was a stranger and you welcomed merdquo
A brief history
THE ORIGINS OF THE WORLD DAY OF PRAYER date back tothe 19th century Christian women of the United Statesand Canada initiated a variety of cooperative activities in support of womenrsquos involvement in misson at home and in other parts of the world
Women had a vision of Christian unity as being essentialto their exercise of mission By 1897 women of sixdenominations had formed a joint committee for a unitedday of prayer for home missons In 1912 the WomanrsquosBoards of Foreign Missions called for a united day ofprayer for foreign missions
After the devastation of World War I women incorporatedthe conviction that world peace was intrinsically tied toworld mission Therefore the women renewed their effortsfor unity
In 1928 during an International Missionary Conferencein Jerusalem delegates agreed that worldwide participationwould be a bond of unity among women In 1930 HelenKim of Korea was chosen to be the first woman outside ofNorth America to write the order of worship for the WorldDay of Prayer
Each year one country is chosen to prepare the servicereadings related study topics plus stories about their countryall relating to the theme This yearrsquos program is presentedby the women of France
The World Day of Prayer is now a world-wide movementof Christian women of many denominations and traditions who come together to observe a common day of prayer each year to which all people are welcome
It is now a movement initiated and carried out bywomen in more that 170 countries and regions aroundthe world
Through World Day of Prayer women affirm thatprayer and action are inseparable and that both haveimmeasurable influence in the world
Hosting the World Day of Prayer celebration rotatesamong the Churches on--the-Hill This year CCDP hasthe honour
Our guest speaker will be former Member of ParliamentThe Hon John Godfrey
Comeadd your voice to the millions around the worldwho will be gathering in powerful prayer to share thesame service at the same time (and then share in the conversationand French treats after the service
Have you been to France Do you have photos memorabilia or stories to share
We would love to have you share them with us as wecelebrate France on this World Day of Prayer
Contact Elizabeth Joyspeak to her in church or callher at 416-487-3007Merci bien
12 HERALD
CHRIST CHURCH DEER PARK JANUARYFEBRUARY 2013
The GalleryIn the Arthur Smith Room
PARISH REGISTERIn MemoriumMary Joan Rowat
Dorothy Linton StewartReginald Victor Macauley Barnett
SpringLuncheon
Tuesday May 21 1200 noonMark you calendars now for this always anticipated event
Watch our Website and Sunday Bulletins for more details as the date draws near
Mark your calendars now for our annual
BOOK SALESaturday May 25th1000 am - 200 pm
WE WELCOME HELP with sorting and storing the books in theweeks leading up to May 25th We also need help in settingout the books on the day before as well as on the day of the sale
Of course we will neeed books toodrop off in the box in the Atriumpaperback hardcover coffee table LPs CDsVideos and DVDs but please NO encyclopaedias outdatedtext or business books
If you have any questions or wish to volunteer some timeplease call Anne Kear 416-924-3940
Dorothy Linton StewartIn her 85th year on January 5th 2013 after a
long illness
Dorothy was a congregant of Christ ChurchDeer Park since 2004 after she moved toToronto from Manhattan Dorothy was apainter and not only exhibited her work at
Christ Church Deer Park but in galleries in NewYork Montreal Boston Bilbao and Abu DhabiHer work was exuberant and she was a master ofcolour An artistrsquos artist she will be missed
CCDP has been offered a painting of Dorothyrsquosin appreciation of the warmth and caring thecommunity provided her in her latter years
Financial ForumsSunday February 17
After the 1000am serviceArthur Smith Room
Hosted by the Churchwardens to provide you with an opportunity to review budget figures and ask questions prior to the Vestry meeting
13 HERALD
CHRIST CHURCH DEER PARK JANUARYFEBRUARY 2013
JOIN US every second Sunday at 430 pm for this popular service of music a reflective reading prayers for our city and the world and great musicfeaturing some of Torontorsquosfinest jazz musicians
Jan 27 Tribute to Horace SilverGary WilliamsonpianoSteve McDade trumpetPerry White saxophoneScott Alexander bassBrian Barlow drumsTributereflection by Brian Barlow
Feb 10 Remembering George ShearingDon Thompson pianoNeil Swainson bass Tribute talk by Brian Barlow
Feb 24 Barry Elmes QuartetBarry White saxophoneReg Schwager guitarSteve Wallace bassBarry Elmes drums
March 10 24 April 7 21 May 1226Musicians TBA
May 26 Remembering Miles(a tribute to Miles Davis)Musicians TBA
June 23 Brian Barlow Big Band(part of the TD Toronto Jazz Festival)
From theOrgan Bench
ITrsquoS JANUARY and the musical events we so recently enjoyed overthe Christmas season are still freshin our minds In particular theCCDP choir was delighted to par-ticipate in the fourth annual CityCarol Sing held at Yorkminster ParkBaptist There along with interna-tional opera stars Richard Margisonand Russell Braun actress Fiona
Reid the True North Brass the Larkin Singers theCanadian Childrenrsquos Opera Company the Choir ofYorkminster Park Baptist and Citytvrsquos Gord Martineau(with additional administrative support provided by NineSparrows Arts Foundation) we helped raise money forfood banks across Canada and more than $1600000 forthe Churches-on-the-Hill Food Bank
As we all know Easter arrives very early this year Pleasejoin us on Good Friday (March 29th) at 4pm for ourannual Christ Church Deer Park and Nine Sparrows ArtsFoundation presentation of ldquoThe Good Friday Concert ndashMusic for a Most Holy Dayrdquo when we will be presentingreadings and music based on the ldquoSeven Last Words ofChrist on the Crossrdquo Along with the CCDP soloists andchoir this yearrsquos concert will feature our special guest theArkadas String Quartet (Emily Kruspe violin JamieKruspe violin Jessie Morrison viola Brandon Wilkiecello) Yoursquoll be able to find further information about theconcert and the Arkadas String Quartet on the NineSparrows website (www9sparrowsartsorg) and the Musicpage of the CCDP website(wwwchristchurchdeerparkorg) As always admission tothe concert will be free (donations welcome) so comealong and bring a friend to what promises to be a very spe-cial event
In closing Irsquod like to mention that our LunchtimeChamber Music series has resumed and continues everyThursday until the end of June (with the exception ofMaundy Thursday ndash March 28th) If you have a chance
drop by the sanctuary on Thursdays at 1210pm to hearboth established artists and rising stars perform Admissionis free (donations are )welcome Bring your lunch and enjoy
Eric Robertson Organist amp Director of Music
If yoursquore interested in finding out more about the ChristChurch music program please contact me through theMusic page of the CCDP website
14 HERALD
CHRIST CHURCH DEER PARK JANUARYFEBRUARY 2013
Welcome to the Book Club
We invite all those who enjoy reading to come to our gatherings in 2013 to be held on Wednesdays
730 pmin the Arthur Smith Room
Please join us for lively conversation refreshments and wine
or your own choice of beverage
On February 27we will discuss any short stories of your choice by
Alice Munroe
On March 27the book is
Linden McIntyrersquos ldquoThe Bishoprsquos Manrdquo
The books for our spring meetings on April 24 andMay 29 will be announced later
For information call Anne Kear 416-924-3940
Remember to check our website for updates on these and other events
wwwthereslifehereorg
Christmas
FairDEBORAH WILKINSON AND BARBARAJOHNSTON Co-chairs along with Jayne MilesSimpson Emily Chatten Anne LarkinElizabeth Joy Lynn Lovekin Norma Ross JillBuckworth Judith Maxwell Pat AndersonJoyce Hamilton Lorna Lang Mary LouThompson and so many others hosted a verysuccessful Christmas Fair
Promiseland workers arrived at 8am to prepareand serve cookies muffins and StarbucksCoffee It was chilly outside but the Reindeerand those waiting in line certainly appreciatedthe treats
Our thanks to everyone
We had fun creating and coordinating thisChurchCommunity Event We are bothworking professionals as well as mothershosting an event of this magnitude demands a great deal of time One suggestion is todivide the event into smaller areas with committed people ldquomanagingrdquo each
The proceeds ($10000) are goimg towardChurch programs as well as the Churches on-the-Hill Food Bank
We are very grateful to Starbucks SheridanNurseries Sobeyrsquos Shoppersrsquo Drug MartLoblaws and Gingerrsquos Florist Please supportthe businesses in our area who support ourinitiativesTransitions
Your trusted partner in change
Jennifer Tivilukfounder and principal
4165760690transitionsstartca
yourtransitionpartnercom
15 HERALD
CHRIST CHURCH DEER PARK JANUARYFEBRUARY 2013
Hark Consider advertisingin the HERALDHERALD is published 5 times per year SeptOctNovDec JanFeb AprilMay JuneJuly Ad rates are very reasonablewe can even design your ad if requiredAnd since the HERALD is posted in full to our websitewwwthereslifehereorg your advertisements will also get exposure on the internet
For details and rates contact Elisabeth Lunder in theParish Office
HERALDDeadline for the next HERALD is April 17
DO YOU HAVE AN IDEA for an article Perhaps a feature on an unsung hero in the parish A special memory An historical fact Please speak to one of the clergy or to the Editor
Articles and announcements may be submitted at any time up to the deadline Just leave in the box in the Atrium or e-mail the editor at joyceiansympaticoca
Living Well Family ChiropracticOptimizing your health and well-being naturally
Dr Andrea PerriconeChiropractor amp Acupuncture provider
1366 Yonge St Suite 208 (416) 985-1911(south of St Clair at Balmoral) perriconedcgmailcom
Feel like being more involved Donrsquot have much time but want to help out Feeling new but want to join in Been here a while but havenrsquot been involved Have ideas to share
Join usTHERErsquoS LIFE HERE in what we do how we get together and what gets done
New members are always welcome to join any group atCCDPchoose one that interests you
Volunteers WelcomeTAKE A TURN at the Holy Grounds Cafeacutewith a friend as a familyitrsquos fun and your efforts are always appreciated
Please sign up on the sheet just inside the kitchen or speakto Jane Miles Simpson
Saturday April 20WE ARE EVEN NOW accepting contributions for the saleSome ideas to get you started - gently used clothing(menrsquos womenrsquos childrenrsquos) household items (cutlerydishes glasses linens) jewellery treasures games and
puzzlesthe list goes on
So whether you are downsizing or just spring cleaningremember the Rummage Sale Please look through yourclosetsmake room for the new and let us have what youdonrsquot need anymore(You can tell your friends too)
Drop off your items in the box in the Atrium)
And as the date draws nearer you will be hearing frommecount on it
Thank you
Maxine Henry Rummage Sale Co-ordinatormaxinethemaximizeryahooca 416-590-1008
SpringRummage
SALE
16 HERALD
CHRIST CHURCH DEER PARK JANUARYFEBRUARY 2013
Family owned and operated
WithadedicatedteamofthefinestdirectorsintheprofessiontheCrawfordfamilycontinuesthetraditionofservingthecommunityofNorthToronto
bull Burial amp Cremationbull No obligation Pre-Planning
Services
bull Ample parking availablebull Chapel Reception amp childrenrsquos
recreation rooms
159 Eglinton Ave WToronto ON M4R 1A8 wwwmorleybedfordca
416-489-8733
Robert OrsquoReillyExecutiveDirector
7BPleasantBlvdBox1053
TorontoOntarioM4T1K2
Tel416923-3779
Fax416923-0083
1-800-883-7761
robertsmartkidzorg
wwwsmartkidzorg Need a friendly hand to help you with some of the practical tasks of everyday life such as
bull errandsbull shoppingbull banking
bull medical appointmentsCall on
At-Home Help
Lorna W Lang(416) 932-2599
LornaCareshotmailcom
8 HERALD
CHRIST CHURCH DEER PARK JANUARYFEBRUARY 2013
The point is all that made the water or the wood does notcease to exist It simply continues in a different form Theessence of the original cannot be destroyed You cannotdestroy matter That is a universal law that applies to allthings Every particle of the universe exists today as it hasexisted from the beginning of time I believe that includesthe essence of each of us I accept that it is a simple rule ofthe universe that all that exists has existed forever and willexist forever We may not understand the infinite permutationsbut we simply cannot deny the infinite
As far as the universe being some sort of cataclysmic accident Irsquoll refer to Albert Einstein He spent a great dealof his life as a proclaimed atheist Somewhere along theway he started having some doubts about the universebeing some sort of random accident I submit that Einsteinhad a better understanding of the universe than most of usBelow is an excerpt from an article on his thoughts
ldquoIn developing the theory of relativity Einstein realized thatthe equations led to the conclusion that the universe had a beginning He didnrsquot like the idea of a beginning becausehe thought one would have to conclude that the universewas created by God So he added a cosmological constantto the equation to attempt to get rid of the beginning He said this was one of the worst mistakes of his life Ofcourse the results of Edwin Hubble confirmed that theuniverse was expanding and had a beginning at some pointin the past So Einstein became a deist - a believer in animpersonal creator Godrdquo
Tim New
Tim New is the son of a friend of your editor Tim happenedto be at home during one of our visits Our friend had beenconcerned about the direction his life had been taking Over thecourse of the evening Tim and Ian carried on a conversation atthe kitchen table None of the rest of us were party to what theydiscussed but to this day Tim credits Ian and this conversationwith his new direction and perspectivewho knew (and hismother is very happy)
SHROVE TUESDAY OCCURS THE TUESDAY before AshWednesday It officially ends the season of Epiphany and is the vigil for the starting of Lent
Traditionally viewed as a day of repentance ShroveTuesday has become the last day for celebration and feastingbefore the period of fasting required during the Lentenseason The name ldquoShrove Tuesdayrdquo is derived from theword ldquoshriverdquo which means to confess and receive absolutionThe name denotes a period of cleansing wherein a personbrings their lusts and appetites under subjection throughabstention and self-sacrifice
The concept behind this practice is found in 1 Corinthians 927 where the Apostle Paul states ldquoI buffetmy body and make it my slaverdquo Ironically ShroveTuesday has evolved into a day of frivolity and indulgenceduring which people participate in as much pleasure andself-gratification as they can before Lent begins
At Christ Church Deer Park our delicious feast begins at530 and runs until 7pm Families in the Community eattogether on long tables sharing with Newcomers Singlesand Seniors It is a happy occasion where everyone isinvited into the Arthur Smith room for an Imposition ofthe Ashes ceremony intended for those who wonrsquot makeour Ash Wednesday services Please plan to join us
On EasterA REFLECTION
ON EASTER I thought I would write down some of mythoughts on religion I apologize in advance for my ramblings
On life after death This is one of the more perplexingissues Personally I am confident that the moment inwhich we shed our earthly skin is not the last moment It is simply a new beginning
9 HERALD
CHRIST CHURCH DEER PARK JANUARYFEBRUARY 2013
A Word fromthe Wardens
THERE HAVE BEEN some recent changes to our staff atCCDP
In December we bid farewell to Hilary Keachie our popular and energetic Director of Children amp YouthMinistry Corporation wishes Hilary success in all herfuture endeavors
The new Director of Children and Youth Ministry isNatalie Kemp Corporation welcomes Natalie to CCDPWith her training her experience and her enthusiasm webelieve that PromiseLand YAL and other ministries for ouryounger parishioners will flourish under Nataliersquos leadership
We also note the departure of The Reverend JoanneBillinger who was with us as an Assistant Curate for a shortperiod between assignments It was a pleasure havingJoanne with us again and wish her all the best in her newparish
We completed our second annual Stewardship campaign in December In view of the major campaign in Decemberof 2011 and an extremely successful ldquoOur-Faith Our-Hoperdquocampaign in 2012 it was decided that this yearrsquos Adventcampaign would be fairly low-keyed The results reflectedthat decision However both the Stewardship Committeeand Corporation believe strongly that having an annualcampaign is critical to ensure that our revenue continues tomeet our expenses Since some expenses will increase everyyear due to inflation efforts will have to be made to bringin increased annual revenue to offset these increases as wellas to fund increased program initiatives
Corporation is presently finalizing the financial statementsfor the 2012 year end developing the budget for 2013and completing all the other items required prior to Vestryon 24th of February
It appears that we will meet the operating budget for 2012However we still have very significant challenges for 2013
bull We have no reason to predict any significant increase inannual givings from the congregation ie income will be flat
bull Salaries and many regular expenses will be going up dueto inflation ie non-discretionary expenses will go upslightly
bull There is a deficit of about $100000 outstanding fromprevious years A loan from the 1870 Fund covers thisdeficit This loan should be paid off as soon as reasonable
bull The Building Fund is very nearly depleted and is currently insufficient to fund normal ldquocapital projectsrdquoThese generally run in the order of $50000 to $60000annually
For these reasons there will be no increases in the 2013budget over 2012 except for those items that are non-discretionary
The CCDP ldquoOur Faith ndash Our Hope Campaignrdquo was verysuccessful We have already received our first installment ofthe $406000 we will receive over the next five years Thesefunds are being put into a new ldquoRe-Imagining ChurchFundrdquo They will be used for new initiatives to build up ourparish as outlined in the CCDP ldquoOur Faith ndash Our HoperdquoParish Case Statement as follows
bull Additional staffing for new ministries (ie youth and pastoral care)
bull Capital projects that will enhance our mission and ministry
bull Technology to help us communicate in more innovativeways
bull Outreach projects ndash locally and globally
Corporation is currently developing a procedure for theallotment of the monies in the ldquoRe-Imagining ChurchFund ldquo
ldquoIn the Worksrdquo has working groups developing initiatives insix priority areas that have been identified Your participationin any of these groups is welcomed Check the Sunday bulletin for details A progress report on ldquoIn the Worksrdquowill be made at Vestry in February
Enjoy the rest of the winter
Walter Blackwell Rob Morrow Carolyn KearnsRectorrsquos Warden Peoplersquos Warden Deputy Warden
Genevieve ChornenkiMember-at-Large
10 HERALD
CHRIST CHURCH DEER PARK JANUARYFEBRUARY 2013
Social Matters
PLANET ENDANGERED IN MID JANUARY I took part with 130 other seekers in amoving vigil for planet Earth at the Church of the HolyTrinity It opened fittingly in the heart of this city built onancient Mississauga lands with smudging and prayers forwisdom guidance and strength We shared an originalliturgy celebrating in Jesusrsquo baptism Godrsquos purpose notonly for Jesus but for water Anglican Indigenous BishopMark MacDonald presided over the scripture readingshymns laments prayers and blessing of water
I found author Alanna Mitchellrsquos address riveting Ourvigil she said was in fact for planet Water mdash 71 of theEarthrsquos surface is ocean and it contains all but 1 ofEarthrsquos living space Water is the key to life If life in theocean dies so does life in the air In the five past massextinctions on Earth ldquochanges to the ocean played a starringrolerdquo over time carbon dioxide turned the ocean acidicand also by warming the air created vast swathes of oceandevoid of oxygen Siberian volcanic eruptions were thekilling mechanism in the last great extinction mdash of 95 of species mdash 252 million years ago Now we ourselves arethe erupting volcano Ocean is becoming ldquowarm sour andbreathlessrdquo the changes are speeding up and Its creaturesare having a hard time making shells coral reefs bonesIncreasing wild weather hurricanes floods extreme heatare not mere global warming ldquoscientists call it planetarydestabilizationrdquo she told us Five huge subtropical swathesof ocean mdash 40 of the planetrsquos surface mdash have become asoup of plastics (themselves fossil-based) disintegrated intofragments that are being ingested by ocean creaturesWater in our liturgy and life is healing renewal survivalbaptism redemption forgiveness and hope ldquoholding outthe dream of infinite possibilityrdquo We can forestall massiveextinction she urged we can stop using fossils in waysdamaging Earth we have the technology for a shift togreen energy Maybe the response across Canada to theldquoIdle No Morerdquo movement shows that we ourselves canput the puzzle together Perhaps the ending to the ldquoparableof the human reign on Earthrdquo will be one based onredemption love and success as we pull back from the
brink because we ldquotook the greatest challenge humans haveever faced and simply ran with itrdquo (Seehttpwwwtorontoanglicanca20130123vigil-for-earth-raises-environmental-aboriginal-concerns to download thetext)
In prayers Bishop MacDonald linked the indigenous searchfor justice with the need for eco-justice and care of theenvironment We drank from the bowl of water that hadbeen blessed and took small vials to pour into a treasuredlake or river as a sign of renewal Fear sorrow thanksgivingjoy and resolution filled our worship It was a blessedevening Lent is near the season to reflect on our lives Atthe vigil diocesan Social Justice and Advocacy consultantMurray Macadam urged us to take action raise these issuesin our congregation become active in environmentalorganizations talk to our MPs How can we show in ourpersonal and collective lives that we understand who we are and what care of Godrsquos creation means
Phyllis Creighton
MADISON HOUSE is a large house on Madison Avenuewhich was purchased in the 1950s by the Big Sisters ofMetropolitan Toronto - Betty Van Wyck was at one timePresident and Chairman of the Board of this organization
Now called Youth Link the agency offers treatment counselling and some residences and co-ops for teenagegirls and boys
Our ACW recently donated one of their hand-made quiltsto Madison House
In their thank you notes we are told that they had a hardtime deciding how best to use itand so on agreementthey drew names and and one lucky young womanreceived itto use while in residence and to take with herwhen she has her own apartment
A Gift and a Thank You
11 HERALD
CHRIST CHURCH DEER PARK JANUARYFEBRUARY 2013
Please join us as we celebrateWorld Day of Prayer
Friday March 1100 pm
Christ Church Deer ParkldquoI was a stranger and you welcomed merdquo
A brief history
THE ORIGINS OF THE WORLD DAY OF PRAYER date back tothe 19th century Christian women of the United Statesand Canada initiated a variety of cooperative activities in support of womenrsquos involvement in misson at home and in other parts of the world
Women had a vision of Christian unity as being essentialto their exercise of mission By 1897 women of sixdenominations had formed a joint committee for a unitedday of prayer for home missons In 1912 the WomanrsquosBoards of Foreign Missions called for a united day ofprayer for foreign missions
After the devastation of World War I women incorporatedthe conviction that world peace was intrinsically tied toworld mission Therefore the women renewed their effortsfor unity
In 1928 during an International Missionary Conferencein Jerusalem delegates agreed that worldwide participationwould be a bond of unity among women In 1930 HelenKim of Korea was chosen to be the first woman outside ofNorth America to write the order of worship for the WorldDay of Prayer
Each year one country is chosen to prepare the servicereadings related study topics plus stories about their countryall relating to the theme This yearrsquos program is presentedby the women of France
The World Day of Prayer is now a world-wide movementof Christian women of many denominations and traditions who come together to observe a common day of prayer each year to which all people are welcome
It is now a movement initiated and carried out bywomen in more that 170 countries and regions aroundthe world
Through World Day of Prayer women affirm thatprayer and action are inseparable and that both haveimmeasurable influence in the world
Hosting the World Day of Prayer celebration rotatesamong the Churches on--the-Hill This year CCDP hasthe honour
Our guest speaker will be former Member of ParliamentThe Hon John Godfrey
Comeadd your voice to the millions around the worldwho will be gathering in powerful prayer to share thesame service at the same time (and then share in the conversationand French treats after the service
Have you been to France Do you have photos memorabilia or stories to share
We would love to have you share them with us as wecelebrate France on this World Day of Prayer
Contact Elizabeth Joyspeak to her in church or callher at 416-487-3007Merci bien
12 HERALD
CHRIST CHURCH DEER PARK JANUARYFEBRUARY 2013
The GalleryIn the Arthur Smith Room
PARISH REGISTERIn MemoriumMary Joan Rowat
Dorothy Linton StewartReginald Victor Macauley Barnett
SpringLuncheon
Tuesday May 21 1200 noonMark you calendars now for this always anticipated event
Watch our Website and Sunday Bulletins for more details as the date draws near
Mark your calendars now for our annual
BOOK SALESaturday May 25th1000 am - 200 pm
WE WELCOME HELP with sorting and storing the books in theweeks leading up to May 25th We also need help in settingout the books on the day before as well as on the day of the sale
Of course we will neeed books toodrop off in the box in the Atriumpaperback hardcover coffee table LPs CDsVideos and DVDs but please NO encyclopaedias outdatedtext or business books
If you have any questions or wish to volunteer some timeplease call Anne Kear 416-924-3940
Dorothy Linton StewartIn her 85th year on January 5th 2013 after a
long illness
Dorothy was a congregant of Christ ChurchDeer Park since 2004 after she moved toToronto from Manhattan Dorothy was apainter and not only exhibited her work at
Christ Church Deer Park but in galleries in NewYork Montreal Boston Bilbao and Abu DhabiHer work was exuberant and she was a master ofcolour An artistrsquos artist she will be missed
CCDP has been offered a painting of Dorothyrsquosin appreciation of the warmth and caring thecommunity provided her in her latter years
Financial ForumsSunday February 17
After the 1000am serviceArthur Smith Room
Hosted by the Churchwardens to provide you with an opportunity to review budget figures and ask questions prior to the Vestry meeting
13 HERALD
CHRIST CHURCH DEER PARK JANUARYFEBRUARY 2013
JOIN US every second Sunday at 430 pm for this popular service of music a reflective reading prayers for our city and the world and great musicfeaturing some of Torontorsquosfinest jazz musicians
Jan 27 Tribute to Horace SilverGary WilliamsonpianoSteve McDade trumpetPerry White saxophoneScott Alexander bassBrian Barlow drumsTributereflection by Brian Barlow
Feb 10 Remembering George ShearingDon Thompson pianoNeil Swainson bass Tribute talk by Brian Barlow
Feb 24 Barry Elmes QuartetBarry White saxophoneReg Schwager guitarSteve Wallace bassBarry Elmes drums
March 10 24 April 7 21 May 1226Musicians TBA
May 26 Remembering Miles(a tribute to Miles Davis)Musicians TBA
June 23 Brian Barlow Big Band(part of the TD Toronto Jazz Festival)
From theOrgan Bench
ITrsquoS JANUARY and the musical events we so recently enjoyed overthe Christmas season are still freshin our minds In particular theCCDP choir was delighted to par-ticipate in the fourth annual CityCarol Sing held at Yorkminster ParkBaptist There along with interna-tional opera stars Richard Margisonand Russell Braun actress Fiona
Reid the True North Brass the Larkin Singers theCanadian Childrenrsquos Opera Company the Choir ofYorkminster Park Baptist and Citytvrsquos Gord Martineau(with additional administrative support provided by NineSparrows Arts Foundation) we helped raise money forfood banks across Canada and more than $1600000 forthe Churches-on-the-Hill Food Bank
As we all know Easter arrives very early this year Pleasejoin us on Good Friday (March 29th) at 4pm for ourannual Christ Church Deer Park and Nine Sparrows ArtsFoundation presentation of ldquoThe Good Friday Concert ndashMusic for a Most Holy Dayrdquo when we will be presentingreadings and music based on the ldquoSeven Last Words ofChrist on the Crossrdquo Along with the CCDP soloists andchoir this yearrsquos concert will feature our special guest theArkadas String Quartet (Emily Kruspe violin JamieKruspe violin Jessie Morrison viola Brandon Wilkiecello) Yoursquoll be able to find further information about theconcert and the Arkadas String Quartet on the NineSparrows website (www9sparrowsartsorg) and the Musicpage of the CCDP website(wwwchristchurchdeerparkorg) As always admission tothe concert will be free (donations welcome) so comealong and bring a friend to what promises to be a very spe-cial event
In closing Irsquod like to mention that our LunchtimeChamber Music series has resumed and continues everyThursday until the end of June (with the exception ofMaundy Thursday ndash March 28th) If you have a chance
drop by the sanctuary on Thursdays at 1210pm to hearboth established artists and rising stars perform Admissionis free (donations are )welcome Bring your lunch and enjoy
Eric Robertson Organist amp Director of Music
If yoursquore interested in finding out more about the ChristChurch music program please contact me through theMusic page of the CCDP website
14 HERALD
CHRIST CHURCH DEER PARK JANUARYFEBRUARY 2013
Welcome to the Book Club
We invite all those who enjoy reading to come to our gatherings in 2013 to be held on Wednesdays
730 pmin the Arthur Smith Room
Please join us for lively conversation refreshments and wine
or your own choice of beverage
On February 27we will discuss any short stories of your choice by
Alice Munroe
On March 27the book is
Linden McIntyrersquos ldquoThe Bishoprsquos Manrdquo
The books for our spring meetings on April 24 andMay 29 will be announced later
For information call Anne Kear 416-924-3940
Remember to check our website for updates on these and other events
wwwthereslifehereorg
Christmas
FairDEBORAH WILKINSON AND BARBARAJOHNSTON Co-chairs along with Jayne MilesSimpson Emily Chatten Anne LarkinElizabeth Joy Lynn Lovekin Norma Ross JillBuckworth Judith Maxwell Pat AndersonJoyce Hamilton Lorna Lang Mary LouThompson and so many others hosted a verysuccessful Christmas Fair
Promiseland workers arrived at 8am to prepareand serve cookies muffins and StarbucksCoffee It was chilly outside but the Reindeerand those waiting in line certainly appreciatedthe treats
Our thanks to everyone
We had fun creating and coordinating thisChurchCommunity Event We are bothworking professionals as well as mothershosting an event of this magnitude demands a great deal of time One suggestion is todivide the event into smaller areas with committed people ldquomanagingrdquo each
The proceeds ($10000) are goimg towardChurch programs as well as the Churches on-the-Hill Food Bank
We are very grateful to Starbucks SheridanNurseries Sobeyrsquos Shoppersrsquo Drug MartLoblaws and Gingerrsquos Florist Please supportthe businesses in our area who support ourinitiativesTransitions
Your trusted partner in change
Jennifer Tivilukfounder and principal
4165760690transitionsstartca
yourtransitionpartnercom
15 HERALD
CHRIST CHURCH DEER PARK JANUARYFEBRUARY 2013
Hark Consider advertisingin the HERALDHERALD is published 5 times per year SeptOctNovDec JanFeb AprilMay JuneJuly Ad rates are very reasonablewe can even design your ad if requiredAnd since the HERALD is posted in full to our websitewwwthereslifehereorg your advertisements will also get exposure on the internet
For details and rates contact Elisabeth Lunder in theParish Office
HERALDDeadline for the next HERALD is April 17
DO YOU HAVE AN IDEA for an article Perhaps a feature on an unsung hero in the parish A special memory An historical fact Please speak to one of the clergy or to the Editor
Articles and announcements may be submitted at any time up to the deadline Just leave in the box in the Atrium or e-mail the editor at joyceiansympaticoca
Living Well Family ChiropracticOptimizing your health and well-being naturally
Dr Andrea PerriconeChiropractor amp Acupuncture provider
1366 Yonge St Suite 208 (416) 985-1911(south of St Clair at Balmoral) perriconedcgmailcom
Feel like being more involved Donrsquot have much time but want to help out Feeling new but want to join in Been here a while but havenrsquot been involved Have ideas to share
Join usTHERErsquoS LIFE HERE in what we do how we get together and what gets done
New members are always welcome to join any group atCCDPchoose one that interests you
Volunteers WelcomeTAKE A TURN at the Holy Grounds Cafeacutewith a friend as a familyitrsquos fun and your efforts are always appreciated
Please sign up on the sheet just inside the kitchen or speakto Jane Miles Simpson
Saturday April 20WE ARE EVEN NOW accepting contributions for the saleSome ideas to get you started - gently used clothing(menrsquos womenrsquos childrenrsquos) household items (cutlerydishes glasses linens) jewellery treasures games and
puzzlesthe list goes on
So whether you are downsizing or just spring cleaningremember the Rummage Sale Please look through yourclosetsmake room for the new and let us have what youdonrsquot need anymore(You can tell your friends too)
Drop off your items in the box in the Atrium)
And as the date draws nearer you will be hearing frommecount on it
Thank you
Maxine Henry Rummage Sale Co-ordinatormaxinethemaximizeryahooca 416-590-1008
SpringRummage
SALE
16 HERALD
CHRIST CHURCH DEER PARK JANUARYFEBRUARY 2013
Family owned and operated
WithadedicatedteamofthefinestdirectorsintheprofessiontheCrawfordfamilycontinuesthetraditionofservingthecommunityofNorthToronto
bull Burial amp Cremationbull No obligation Pre-Planning
Services
bull Ample parking availablebull Chapel Reception amp childrenrsquos
recreation rooms
159 Eglinton Ave WToronto ON M4R 1A8 wwwmorleybedfordca
416-489-8733
Robert OrsquoReillyExecutiveDirector
7BPleasantBlvdBox1053
TorontoOntarioM4T1K2
Tel416923-3779
Fax416923-0083
1-800-883-7761
robertsmartkidzorg
wwwsmartkidzorg Need a friendly hand to help you with some of the practical tasks of everyday life such as
bull errandsbull shoppingbull banking
bull medical appointmentsCall on
At-Home Help
Lorna W Lang(416) 932-2599
LornaCareshotmailcom
9 HERALD
CHRIST CHURCH DEER PARK JANUARYFEBRUARY 2013
A Word fromthe Wardens
THERE HAVE BEEN some recent changes to our staff atCCDP
In December we bid farewell to Hilary Keachie our popular and energetic Director of Children amp YouthMinistry Corporation wishes Hilary success in all herfuture endeavors
The new Director of Children and Youth Ministry isNatalie Kemp Corporation welcomes Natalie to CCDPWith her training her experience and her enthusiasm webelieve that PromiseLand YAL and other ministries for ouryounger parishioners will flourish under Nataliersquos leadership
We also note the departure of The Reverend JoanneBillinger who was with us as an Assistant Curate for a shortperiod between assignments It was a pleasure havingJoanne with us again and wish her all the best in her newparish
We completed our second annual Stewardship campaign in December In view of the major campaign in Decemberof 2011 and an extremely successful ldquoOur-Faith Our-Hoperdquocampaign in 2012 it was decided that this yearrsquos Adventcampaign would be fairly low-keyed The results reflectedthat decision However both the Stewardship Committeeand Corporation believe strongly that having an annualcampaign is critical to ensure that our revenue continues tomeet our expenses Since some expenses will increase everyyear due to inflation efforts will have to be made to bringin increased annual revenue to offset these increases as wellas to fund increased program initiatives
Corporation is presently finalizing the financial statementsfor the 2012 year end developing the budget for 2013and completing all the other items required prior to Vestryon 24th of February
It appears that we will meet the operating budget for 2012However we still have very significant challenges for 2013
bull We have no reason to predict any significant increase inannual givings from the congregation ie income will be flat
bull Salaries and many regular expenses will be going up dueto inflation ie non-discretionary expenses will go upslightly
bull There is a deficit of about $100000 outstanding fromprevious years A loan from the 1870 Fund covers thisdeficit This loan should be paid off as soon as reasonable
bull The Building Fund is very nearly depleted and is currently insufficient to fund normal ldquocapital projectsrdquoThese generally run in the order of $50000 to $60000annually
For these reasons there will be no increases in the 2013budget over 2012 except for those items that are non-discretionary
The CCDP ldquoOur Faith ndash Our Hope Campaignrdquo was verysuccessful We have already received our first installment ofthe $406000 we will receive over the next five years Thesefunds are being put into a new ldquoRe-Imagining ChurchFundrdquo They will be used for new initiatives to build up ourparish as outlined in the CCDP ldquoOur Faith ndash Our HoperdquoParish Case Statement as follows
bull Additional staffing for new ministries (ie youth and pastoral care)
bull Capital projects that will enhance our mission and ministry
bull Technology to help us communicate in more innovativeways
bull Outreach projects ndash locally and globally
Corporation is currently developing a procedure for theallotment of the monies in the ldquoRe-Imagining ChurchFund ldquo
ldquoIn the Worksrdquo has working groups developing initiatives insix priority areas that have been identified Your participationin any of these groups is welcomed Check the Sunday bulletin for details A progress report on ldquoIn the Worksrdquowill be made at Vestry in February
Enjoy the rest of the winter
Walter Blackwell Rob Morrow Carolyn KearnsRectorrsquos Warden Peoplersquos Warden Deputy Warden
Genevieve ChornenkiMember-at-Large
10 HERALD
CHRIST CHURCH DEER PARK JANUARYFEBRUARY 2013
Social Matters
PLANET ENDANGERED IN MID JANUARY I took part with 130 other seekers in amoving vigil for planet Earth at the Church of the HolyTrinity It opened fittingly in the heart of this city built onancient Mississauga lands with smudging and prayers forwisdom guidance and strength We shared an originalliturgy celebrating in Jesusrsquo baptism Godrsquos purpose notonly for Jesus but for water Anglican Indigenous BishopMark MacDonald presided over the scripture readingshymns laments prayers and blessing of water
I found author Alanna Mitchellrsquos address riveting Ourvigil she said was in fact for planet Water mdash 71 of theEarthrsquos surface is ocean and it contains all but 1 ofEarthrsquos living space Water is the key to life If life in theocean dies so does life in the air In the five past massextinctions on Earth ldquochanges to the ocean played a starringrolerdquo over time carbon dioxide turned the ocean acidicand also by warming the air created vast swathes of oceandevoid of oxygen Siberian volcanic eruptions were thekilling mechanism in the last great extinction mdash of 95 of species mdash 252 million years ago Now we ourselves arethe erupting volcano Ocean is becoming ldquowarm sour andbreathlessrdquo the changes are speeding up and Its creaturesare having a hard time making shells coral reefs bonesIncreasing wild weather hurricanes floods extreme heatare not mere global warming ldquoscientists call it planetarydestabilizationrdquo she told us Five huge subtropical swathesof ocean mdash 40 of the planetrsquos surface mdash have become asoup of plastics (themselves fossil-based) disintegrated intofragments that are being ingested by ocean creaturesWater in our liturgy and life is healing renewal survivalbaptism redemption forgiveness and hope ldquoholding outthe dream of infinite possibilityrdquo We can forestall massiveextinction she urged we can stop using fossils in waysdamaging Earth we have the technology for a shift togreen energy Maybe the response across Canada to theldquoIdle No Morerdquo movement shows that we ourselves canput the puzzle together Perhaps the ending to the ldquoparableof the human reign on Earthrdquo will be one based onredemption love and success as we pull back from the
brink because we ldquotook the greatest challenge humans haveever faced and simply ran with itrdquo (Seehttpwwwtorontoanglicanca20130123vigil-for-earth-raises-environmental-aboriginal-concerns to download thetext)
In prayers Bishop MacDonald linked the indigenous searchfor justice with the need for eco-justice and care of theenvironment We drank from the bowl of water that hadbeen blessed and took small vials to pour into a treasuredlake or river as a sign of renewal Fear sorrow thanksgivingjoy and resolution filled our worship It was a blessedevening Lent is near the season to reflect on our lives Atthe vigil diocesan Social Justice and Advocacy consultantMurray Macadam urged us to take action raise these issuesin our congregation become active in environmentalorganizations talk to our MPs How can we show in ourpersonal and collective lives that we understand who we are and what care of Godrsquos creation means
Phyllis Creighton
MADISON HOUSE is a large house on Madison Avenuewhich was purchased in the 1950s by the Big Sisters ofMetropolitan Toronto - Betty Van Wyck was at one timePresident and Chairman of the Board of this organization
Now called Youth Link the agency offers treatment counselling and some residences and co-ops for teenagegirls and boys
Our ACW recently donated one of their hand-made quiltsto Madison House
In their thank you notes we are told that they had a hardtime deciding how best to use itand so on agreementthey drew names and and one lucky young womanreceived itto use while in residence and to take with herwhen she has her own apartment
A Gift and a Thank You
11 HERALD
CHRIST CHURCH DEER PARK JANUARYFEBRUARY 2013
Please join us as we celebrateWorld Day of Prayer
Friday March 1100 pm
Christ Church Deer ParkldquoI was a stranger and you welcomed merdquo
A brief history
THE ORIGINS OF THE WORLD DAY OF PRAYER date back tothe 19th century Christian women of the United Statesand Canada initiated a variety of cooperative activities in support of womenrsquos involvement in misson at home and in other parts of the world
Women had a vision of Christian unity as being essentialto their exercise of mission By 1897 women of sixdenominations had formed a joint committee for a unitedday of prayer for home missons In 1912 the WomanrsquosBoards of Foreign Missions called for a united day ofprayer for foreign missions
After the devastation of World War I women incorporatedthe conviction that world peace was intrinsically tied toworld mission Therefore the women renewed their effortsfor unity
In 1928 during an International Missionary Conferencein Jerusalem delegates agreed that worldwide participationwould be a bond of unity among women In 1930 HelenKim of Korea was chosen to be the first woman outside ofNorth America to write the order of worship for the WorldDay of Prayer
Each year one country is chosen to prepare the servicereadings related study topics plus stories about their countryall relating to the theme This yearrsquos program is presentedby the women of France
The World Day of Prayer is now a world-wide movementof Christian women of many denominations and traditions who come together to observe a common day of prayer each year to which all people are welcome
It is now a movement initiated and carried out bywomen in more that 170 countries and regions aroundthe world
Through World Day of Prayer women affirm thatprayer and action are inseparable and that both haveimmeasurable influence in the world
Hosting the World Day of Prayer celebration rotatesamong the Churches on--the-Hill This year CCDP hasthe honour
Our guest speaker will be former Member of ParliamentThe Hon John Godfrey
Comeadd your voice to the millions around the worldwho will be gathering in powerful prayer to share thesame service at the same time (and then share in the conversationand French treats after the service
Have you been to France Do you have photos memorabilia or stories to share
We would love to have you share them with us as wecelebrate France on this World Day of Prayer
Contact Elizabeth Joyspeak to her in church or callher at 416-487-3007Merci bien
12 HERALD
CHRIST CHURCH DEER PARK JANUARYFEBRUARY 2013
The GalleryIn the Arthur Smith Room
PARISH REGISTERIn MemoriumMary Joan Rowat
Dorothy Linton StewartReginald Victor Macauley Barnett
SpringLuncheon
Tuesday May 21 1200 noonMark you calendars now for this always anticipated event
Watch our Website and Sunday Bulletins for more details as the date draws near
Mark your calendars now for our annual
BOOK SALESaturday May 25th1000 am - 200 pm
WE WELCOME HELP with sorting and storing the books in theweeks leading up to May 25th We also need help in settingout the books on the day before as well as on the day of the sale
Of course we will neeed books toodrop off in the box in the Atriumpaperback hardcover coffee table LPs CDsVideos and DVDs but please NO encyclopaedias outdatedtext or business books
If you have any questions or wish to volunteer some timeplease call Anne Kear 416-924-3940
Dorothy Linton StewartIn her 85th year on January 5th 2013 after a
long illness
Dorothy was a congregant of Christ ChurchDeer Park since 2004 after she moved toToronto from Manhattan Dorothy was apainter and not only exhibited her work at
Christ Church Deer Park but in galleries in NewYork Montreal Boston Bilbao and Abu DhabiHer work was exuberant and she was a master ofcolour An artistrsquos artist she will be missed
CCDP has been offered a painting of Dorothyrsquosin appreciation of the warmth and caring thecommunity provided her in her latter years
Financial ForumsSunday February 17
After the 1000am serviceArthur Smith Room
Hosted by the Churchwardens to provide you with an opportunity to review budget figures and ask questions prior to the Vestry meeting
13 HERALD
CHRIST CHURCH DEER PARK JANUARYFEBRUARY 2013
JOIN US every second Sunday at 430 pm for this popular service of music a reflective reading prayers for our city and the world and great musicfeaturing some of Torontorsquosfinest jazz musicians
Jan 27 Tribute to Horace SilverGary WilliamsonpianoSteve McDade trumpetPerry White saxophoneScott Alexander bassBrian Barlow drumsTributereflection by Brian Barlow
Feb 10 Remembering George ShearingDon Thompson pianoNeil Swainson bass Tribute talk by Brian Barlow
Feb 24 Barry Elmes QuartetBarry White saxophoneReg Schwager guitarSteve Wallace bassBarry Elmes drums
March 10 24 April 7 21 May 1226Musicians TBA
May 26 Remembering Miles(a tribute to Miles Davis)Musicians TBA
June 23 Brian Barlow Big Band(part of the TD Toronto Jazz Festival)
From theOrgan Bench
ITrsquoS JANUARY and the musical events we so recently enjoyed overthe Christmas season are still freshin our minds In particular theCCDP choir was delighted to par-ticipate in the fourth annual CityCarol Sing held at Yorkminster ParkBaptist There along with interna-tional opera stars Richard Margisonand Russell Braun actress Fiona
Reid the True North Brass the Larkin Singers theCanadian Childrenrsquos Opera Company the Choir ofYorkminster Park Baptist and Citytvrsquos Gord Martineau(with additional administrative support provided by NineSparrows Arts Foundation) we helped raise money forfood banks across Canada and more than $1600000 forthe Churches-on-the-Hill Food Bank
As we all know Easter arrives very early this year Pleasejoin us on Good Friday (March 29th) at 4pm for ourannual Christ Church Deer Park and Nine Sparrows ArtsFoundation presentation of ldquoThe Good Friday Concert ndashMusic for a Most Holy Dayrdquo when we will be presentingreadings and music based on the ldquoSeven Last Words ofChrist on the Crossrdquo Along with the CCDP soloists andchoir this yearrsquos concert will feature our special guest theArkadas String Quartet (Emily Kruspe violin JamieKruspe violin Jessie Morrison viola Brandon Wilkiecello) Yoursquoll be able to find further information about theconcert and the Arkadas String Quartet on the NineSparrows website (www9sparrowsartsorg) and the Musicpage of the CCDP website(wwwchristchurchdeerparkorg) As always admission tothe concert will be free (donations welcome) so comealong and bring a friend to what promises to be a very spe-cial event
In closing Irsquod like to mention that our LunchtimeChamber Music series has resumed and continues everyThursday until the end of June (with the exception ofMaundy Thursday ndash March 28th) If you have a chance
drop by the sanctuary on Thursdays at 1210pm to hearboth established artists and rising stars perform Admissionis free (donations are )welcome Bring your lunch and enjoy
Eric Robertson Organist amp Director of Music
If yoursquore interested in finding out more about the ChristChurch music program please contact me through theMusic page of the CCDP website
14 HERALD
CHRIST CHURCH DEER PARK JANUARYFEBRUARY 2013
Welcome to the Book Club
We invite all those who enjoy reading to come to our gatherings in 2013 to be held on Wednesdays
730 pmin the Arthur Smith Room
Please join us for lively conversation refreshments and wine
or your own choice of beverage
On February 27we will discuss any short stories of your choice by
Alice Munroe
On March 27the book is
Linden McIntyrersquos ldquoThe Bishoprsquos Manrdquo
The books for our spring meetings on April 24 andMay 29 will be announced later
For information call Anne Kear 416-924-3940
Remember to check our website for updates on these and other events
wwwthereslifehereorg
Christmas
FairDEBORAH WILKINSON AND BARBARAJOHNSTON Co-chairs along with Jayne MilesSimpson Emily Chatten Anne LarkinElizabeth Joy Lynn Lovekin Norma Ross JillBuckworth Judith Maxwell Pat AndersonJoyce Hamilton Lorna Lang Mary LouThompson and so many others hosted a verysuccessful Christmas Fair
Promiseland workers arrived at 8am to prepareand serve cookies muffins and StarbucksCoffee It was chilly outside but the Reindeerand those waiting in line certainly appreciatedthe treats
Our thanks to everyone
We had fun creating and coordinating thisChurchCommunity Event We are bothworking professionals as well as mothershosting an event of this magnitude demands a great deal of time One suggestion is todivide the event into smaller areas with committed people ldquomanagingrdquo each
The proceeds ($10000) are goimg towardChurch programs as well as the Churches on-the-Hill Food Bank
We are very grateful to Starbucks SheridanNurseries Sobeyrsquos Shoppersrsquo Drug MartLoblaws and Gingerrsquos Florist Please supportthe businesses in our area who support ourinitiativesTransitions
Your trusted partner in change
Jennifer Tivilukfounder and principal
4165760690transitionsstartca
yourtransitionpartnercom
15 HERALD
CHRIST CHURCH DEER PARK JANUARYFEBRUARY 2013
Hark Consider advertisingin the HERALDHERALD is published 5 times per year SeptOctNovDec JanFeb AprilMay JuneJuly Ad rates are very reasonablewe can even design your ad if requiredAnd since the HERALD is posted in full to our websitewwwthereslifehereorg your advertisements will also get exposure on the internet
For details and rates contact Elisabeth Lunder in theParish Office
HERALDDeadline for the next HERALD is April 17
DO YOU HAVE AN IDEA for an article Perhaps a feature on an unsung hero in the parish A special memory An historical fact Please speak to one of the clergy or to the Editor
Articles and announcements may be submitted at any time up to the deadline Just leave in the box in the Atrium or e-mail the editor at joyceiansympaticoca
Living Well Family ChiropracticOptimizing your health and well-being naturally
Dr Andrea PerriconeChiropractor amp Acupuncture provider
1366 Yonge St Suite 208 (416) 985-1911(south of St Clair at Balmoral) perriconedcgmailcom
Feel like being more involved Donrsquot have much time but want to help out Feeling new but want to join in Been here a while but havenrsquot been involved Have ideas to share
Join usTHERErsquoS LIFE HERE in what we do how we get together and what gets done
New members are always welcome to join any group atCCDPchoose one that interests you
Volunteers WelcomeTAKE A TURN at the Holy Grounds Cafeacutewith a friend as a familyitrsquos fun and your efforts are always appreciated
Please sign up on the sheet just inside the kitchen or speakto Jane Miles Simpson
Saturday April 20WE ARE EVEN NOW accepting contributions for the saleSome ideas to get you started - gently used clothing(menrsquos womenrsquos childrenrsquos) household items (cutlerydishes glasses linens) jewellery treasures games and
puzzlesthe list goes on
So whether you are downsizing or just spring cleaningremember the Rummage Sale Please look through yourclosetsmake room for the new and let us have what youdonrsquot need anymore(You can tell your friends too)
Drop off your items in the box in the Atrium)
And as the date draws nearer you will be hearing frommecount on it
Thank you
Maxine Henry Rummage Sale Co-ordinatormaxinethemaximizeryahooca 416-590-1008
SpringRummage
SALE
16 HERALD
CHRIST CHURCH DEER PARK JANUARYFEBRUARY 2013
Family owned and operated
WithadedicatedteamofthefinestdirectorsintheprofessiontheCrawfordfamilycontinuesthetraditionofservingthecommunityofNorthToronto
bull Burial amp Cremationbull No obligation Pre-Planning
Services
bull Ample parking availablebull Chapel Reception amp childrenrsquos
recreation rooms
159 Eglinton Ave WToronto ON M4R 1A8 wwwmorleybedfordca
416-489-8733
Robert OrsquoReillyExecutiveDirector
7BPleasantBlvdBox1053
TorontoOntarioM4T1K2
Tel416923-3779
Fax416923-0083
1-800-883-7761
robertsmartkidzorg
wwwsmartkidzorg Need a friendly hand to help you with some of the practical tasks of everyday life such as
bull errandsbull shoppingbull banking
bull medical appointmentsCall on
At-Home Help
Lorna W Lang(416) 932-2599
LornaCareshotmailcom
10 HERALD
CHRIST CHURCH DEER PARK JANUARYFEBRUARY 2013
Social Matters
PLANET ENDANGERED IN MID JANUARY I took part with 130 other seekers in amoving vigil for planet Earth at the Church of the HolyTrinity It opened fittingly in the heart of this city built onancient Mississauga lands with smudging and prayers forwisdom guidance and strength We shared an originalliturgy celebrating in Jesusrsquo baptism Godrsquos purpose notonly for Jesus but for water Anglican Indigenous BishopMark MacDonald presided over the scripture readingshymns laments prayers and blessing of water
I found author Alanna Mitchellrsquos address riveting Ourvigil she said was in fact for planet Water mdash 71 of theEarthrsquos surface is ocean and it contains all but 1 ofEarthrsquos living space Water is the key to life If life in theocean dies so does life in the air In the five past massextinctions on Earth ldquochanges to the ocean played a starringrolerdquo over time carbon dioxide turned the ocean acidicand also by warming the air created vast swathes of oceandevoid of oxygen Siberian volcanic eruptions were thekilling mechanism in the last great extinction mdash of 95 of species mdash 252 million years ago Now we ourselves arethe erupting volcano Ocean is becoming ldquowarm sour andbreathlessrdquo the changes are speeding up and Its creaturesare having a hard time making shells coral reefs bonesIncreasing wild weather hurricanes floods extreme heatare not mere global warming ldquoscientists call it planetarydestabilizationrdquo she told us Five huge subtropical swathesof ocean mdash 40 of the planetrsquos surface mdash have become asoup of plastics (themselves fossil-based) disintegrated intofragments that are being ingested by ocean creaturesWater in our liturgy and life is healing renewal survivalbaptism redemption forgiveness and hope ldquoholding outthe dream of infinite possibilityrdquo We can forestall massiveextinction she urged we can stop using fossils in waysdamaging Earth we have the technology for a shift togreen energy Maybe the response across Canada to theldquoIdle No Morerdquo movement shows that we ourselves canput the puzzle together Perhaps the ending to the ldquoparableof the human reign on Earthrdquo will be one based onredemption love and success as we pull back from the
brink because we ldquotook the greatest challenge humans haveever faced and simply ran with itrdquo (Seehttpwwwtorontoanglicanca20130123vigil-for-earth-raises-environmental-aboriginal-concerns to download thetext)
In prayers Bishop MacDonald linked the indigenous searchfor justice with the need for eco-justice and care of theenvironment We drank from the bowl of water that hadbeen blessed and took small vials to pour into a treasuredlake or river as a sign of renewal Fear sorrow thanksgivingjoy and resolution filled our worship It was a blessedevening Lent is near the season to reflect on our lives Atthe vigil diocesan Social Justice and Advocacy consultantMurray Macadam urged us to take action raise these issuesin our congregation become active in environmentalorganizations talk to our MPs How can we show in ourpersonal and collective lives that we understand who we are and what care of Godrsquos creation means
Phyllis Creighton
MADISON HOUSE is a large house on Madison Avenuewhich was purchased in the 1950s by the Big Sisters ofMetropolitan Toronto - Betty Van Wyck was at one timePresident and Chairman of the Board of this organization
Now called Youth Link the agency offers treatment counselling and some residences and co-ops for teenagegirls and boys
Our ACW recently donated one of their hand-made quiltsto Madison House
In their thank you notes we are told that they had a hardtime deciding how best to use itand so on agreementthey drew names and and one lucky young womanreceived itto use while in residence and to take with herwhen she has her own apartment
A Gift and a Thank You
11 HERALD
CHRIST CHURCH DEER PARK JANUARYFEBRUARY 2013
Please join us as we celebrateWorld Day of Prayer
Friday March 1100 pm
Christ Church Deer ParkldquoI was a stranger and you welcomed merdquo
A brief history
THE ORIGINS OF THE WORLD DAY OF PRAYER date back tothe 19th century Christian women of the United Statesand Canada initiated a variety of cooperative activities in support of womenrsquos involvement in misson at home and in other parts of the world
Women had a vision of Christian unity as being essentialto their exercise of mission By 1897 women of sixdenominations had formed a joint committee for a unitedday of prayer for home missons In 1912 the WomanrsquosBoards of Foreign Missions called for a united day ofprayer for foreign missions
After the devastation of World War I women incorporatedthe conviction that world peace was intrinsically tied toworld mission Therefore the women renewed their effortsfor unity
In 1928 during an International Missionary Conferencein Jerusalem delegates agreed that worldwide participationwould be a bond of unity among women In 1930 HelenKim of Korea was chosen to be the first woman outside ofNorth America to write the order of worship for the WorldDay of Prayer
Each year one country is chosen to prepare the servicereadings related study topics plus stories about their countryall relating to the theme This yearrsquos program is presentedby the women of France
The World Day of Prayer is now a world-wide movementof Christian women of many denominations and traditions who come together to observe a common day of prayer each year to which all people are welcome
It is now a movement initiated and carried out bywomen in more that 170 countries and regions aroundthe world
Through World Day of Prayer women affirm thatprayer and action are inseparable and that both haveimmeasurable influence in the world
Hosting the World Day of Prayer celebration rotatesamong the Churches on--the-Hill This year CCDP hasthe honour
Our guest speaker will be former Member of ParliamentThe Hon John Godfrey
Comeadd your voice to the millions around the worldwho will be gathering in powerful prayer to share thesame service at the same time (and then share in the conversationand French treats after the service
Have you been to France Do you have photos memorabilia or stories to share
We would love to have you share them with us as wecelebrate France on this World Day of Prayer
Contact Elizabeth Joyspeak to her in church or callher at 416-487-3007Merci bien
12 HERALD
CHRIST CHURCH DEER PARK JANUARYFEBRUARY 2013
The GalleryIn the Arthur Smith Room
PARISH REGISTERIn MemoriumMary Joan Rowat
Dorothy Linton StewartReginald Victor Macauley Barnett
SpringLuncheon
Tuesday May 21 1200 noonMark you calendars now for this always anticipated event
Watch our Website and Sunday Bulletins for more details as the date draws near
Mark your calendars now for our annual
BOOK SALESaturday May 25th1000 am - 200 pm
WE WELCOME HELP with sorting and storing the books in theweeks leading up to May 25th We also need help in settingout the books on the day before as well as on the day of the sale
Of course we will neeed books toodrop off in the box in the Atriumpaperback hardcover coffee table LPs CDsVideos and DVDs but please NO encyclopaedias outdatedtext or business books
If you have any questions or wish to volunteer some timeplease call Anne Kear 416-924-3940
Dorothy Linton StewartIn her 85th year on January 5th 2013 after a
long illness
Dorothy was a congregant of Christ ChurchDeer Park since 2004 after she moved toToronto from Manhattan Dorothy was apainter and not only exhibited her work at
Christ Church Deer Park but in galleries in NewYork Montreal Boston Bilbao and Abu DhabiHer work was exuberant and she was a master ofcolour An artistrsquos artist she will be missed
CCDP has been offered a painting of Dorothyrsquosin appreciation of the warmth and caring thecommunity provided her in her latter years
Financial ForumsSunday February 17
After the 1000am serviceArthur Smith Room
Hosted by the Churchwardens to provide you with an opportunity to review budget figures and ask questions prior to the Vestry meeting
13 HERALD
CHRIST CHURCH DEER PARK JANUARYFEBRUARY 2013
JOIN US every second Sunday at 430 pm for this popular service of music a reflective reading prayers for our city and the world and great musicfeaturing some of Torontorsquosfinest jazz musicians
Jan 27 Tribute to Horace SilverGary WilliamsonpianoSteve McDade trumpetPerry White saxophoneScott Alexander bassBrian Barlow drumsTributereflection by Brian Barlow
Feb 10 Remembering George ShearingDon Thompson pianoNeil Swainson bass Tribute talk by Brian Barlow
Feb 24 Barry Elmes QuartetBarry White saxophoneReg Schwager guitarSteve Wallace bassBarry Elmes drums
March 10 24 April 7 21 May 1226Musicians TBA
May 26 Remembering Miles(a tribute to Miles Davis)Musicians TBA
June 23 Brian Barlow Big Band(part of the TD Toronto Jazz Festival)
From theOrgan Bench
ITrsquoS JANUARY and the musical events we so recently enjoyed overthe Christmas season are still freshin our minds In particular theCCDP choir was delighted to par-ticipate in the fourth annual CityCarol Sing held at Yorkminster ParkBaptist There along with interna-tional opera stars Richard Margisonand Russell Braun actress Fiona
Reid the True North Brass the Larkin Singers theCanadian Childrenrsquos Opera Company the Choir ofYorkminster Park Baptist and Citytvrsquos Gord Martineau(with additional administrative support provided by NineSparrows Arts Foundation) we helped raise money forfood banks across Canada and more than $1600000 forthe Churches-on-the-Hill Food Bank
As we all know Easter arrives very early this year Pleasejoin us on Good Friday (March 29th) at 4pm for ourannual Christ Church Deer Park and Nine Sparrows ArtsFoundation presentation of ldquoThe Good Friday Concert ndashMusic for a Most Holy Dayrdquo when we will be presentingreadings and music based on the ldquoSeven Last Words ofChrist on the Crossrdquo Along with the CCDP soloists andchoir this yearrsquos concert will feature our special guest theArkadas String Quartet (Emily Kruspe violin JamieKruspe violin Jessie Morrison viola Brandon Wilkiecello) Yoursquoll be able to find further information about theconcert and the Arkadas String Quartet on the NineSparrows website (www9sparrowsartsorg) and the Musicpage of the CCDP website(wwwchristchurchdeerparkorg) As always admission tothe concert will be free (donations welcome) so comealong and bring a friend to what promises to be a very spe-cial event
In closing Irsquod like to mention that our LunchtimeChamber Music series has resumed and continues everyThursday until the end of June (with the exception ofMaundy Thursday ndash March 28th) If you have a chance
drop by the sanctuary on Thursdays at 1210pm to hearboth established artists and rising stars perform Admissionis free (donations are )welcome Bring your lunch and enjoy
Eric Robertson Organist amp Director of Music
If yoursquore interested in finding out more about the ChristChurch music program please contact me through theMusic page of the CCDP website
14 HERALD
CHRIST CHURCH DEER PARK JANUARYFEBRUARY 2013
Welcome to the Book Club
We invite all those who enjoy reading to come to our gatherings in 2013 to be held on Wednesdays
730 pmin the Arthur Smith Room
Please join us for lively conversation refreshments and wine
or your own choice of beverage
On February 27we will discuss any short stories of your choice by
Alice Munroe
On March 27the book is
Linden McIntyrersquos ldquoThe Bishoprsquos Manrdquo
The books for our spring meetings on April 24 andMay 29 will be announced later
For information call Anne Kear 416-924-3940
Remember to check our website for updates on these and other events
wwwthereslifehereorg
Christmas
FairDEBORAH WILKINSON AND BARBARAJOHNSTON Co-chairs along with Jayne MilesSimpson Emily Chatten Anne LarkinElizabeth Joy Lynn Lovekin Norma Ross JillBuckworth Judith Maxwell Pat AndersonJoyce Hamilton Lorna Lang Mary LouThompson and so many others hosted a verysuccessful Christmas Fair
Promiseland workers arrived at 8am to prepareand serve cookies muffins and StarbucksCoffee It was chilly outside but the Reindeerand those waiting in line certainly appreciatedthe treats
Our thanks to everyone
We had fun creating and coordinating thisChurchCommunity Event We are bothworking professionals as well as mothershosting an event of this magnitude demands a great deal of time One suggestion is todivide the event into smaller areas with committed people ldquomanagingrdquo each
The proceeds ($10000) are goimg towardChurch programs as well as the Churches on-the-Hill Food Bank
We are very grateful to Starbucks SheridanNurseries Sobeyrsquos Shoppersrsquo Drug MartLoblaws and Gingerrsquos Florist Please supportthe businesses in our area who support ourinitiativesTransitions
Your trusted partner in change
Jennifer Tivilukfounder and principal
4165760690transitionsstartca
yourtransitionpartnercom
15 HERALD
CHRIST CHURCH DEER PARK JANUARYFEBRUARY 2013
Hark Consider advertisingin the HERALDHERALD is published 5 times per year SeptOctNovDec JanFeb AprilMay JuneJuly Ad rates are very reasonablewe can even design your ad if requiredAnd since the HERALD is posted in full to our websitewwwthereslifehereorg your advertisements will also get exposure on the internet
For details and rates contact Elisabeth Lunder in theParish Office
HERALDDeadline for the next HERALD is April 17
DO YOU HAVE AN IDEA for an article Perhaps a feature on an unsung hero in the parish A special memory An historical fact Please speak to one of the clergy or to the Editor
Articles and announcements may be submitted at any time up to the deadline Just leave in the box in the Atrium or e-mail the editor at joyceiansympaticoca
Living Well Family ChiropracticOptimizing your health and well-being naturally
Dr Andrea PerriconeChiropractor amp Acupuncture provider
1366 Yonge St Suite 208 (416) 985-1911(south of St Clair at Balmoral) perriconedcgmailcom
Feel like being more involved Donrsquot have much time but want to help out Feeling new but want to join in Been here a while but havenrsquot been involved Have ideas to share
Join usTHERErsquoS LIFE HERE in what we do how we get together and what gets done
New members are always welcome to join any group atCCDPchoose one that interests you
Volunteers WelcomeTAKE A TURN at the Holy Grounds Cafeacutewith a friend as a familyitrsquos fun and your efforts are always appreciated
Please sign up on the sheet just inside the kitchen or speakto Jane Miles Simpson
Saturday April 20WE ARE EVEN NOW accepting contributions for the saleSome ideas to get you started - gently used clothing(menrsquos womenrsquos childrenrsquos) household items (cutlerydishes glasses linens) jewellery treasures games and
puzzlesthe list goes on
So whether you are downsizing or just spring cleaningremember the Rummage Sale Please look through yourclosetsmake room for the new and let us have what youdonrsquot need anymore(You can tell your friends too)
Drop off your items in the box in the Atrium)
And as the date draws nearer you will be hearing frommecount on it
Thank you
Maxine Henry Rummage Sale Co-ordinatormaxinethemaximizeryahooca 416-590-1008
SpringRummage
SALE
16 HERALD
CHRIST CHURCH DEER PARK JANUARYFEBRUARY 2013
Family owned and operated
WithadedicatedteamofthefinestdirectorsintheprofessiontheCrawfordfamilycontinuesthetraditionofservingthecommunityofNorthToronto
bull Burial amp Cremationbull No obligation Pre-Planning
Services
bull Ample parking availablebull Chapel Reception amp childrenrsquos
recreation rooms
159 Eglinton Ave WToronto ON M4R 1A8 wwwmorleybedfordca
416-489-8733
Robert OrsquoReillyExecutiveDirector
7BPleasantBlvdBox1053
TorontoOntarioM4T1K2
Tel416923-3779
Fax416923-0083
1-800-883-7761
robertsmartkidzorg
wwwsmartkidzorg Need a friendly hand to help you with some of the practical tasks of everyday life such as
bull errandsbull shoppingbull banking
bull medical appointmentsCall on
At-Home Help
Lorna W Lang(416) 932-2599
LornaCareshotmailcom
11 HERALD
CHRIST CHURCH DEER PARK JANUARYFEBRUARY 2013
Please join us as we celebrateWorld Day of Prayer
Friday March 1100 pm
Christ Church Deer ParkldquoI was a stranger and you welcomed merdquo
A brief history
THE ORIGINS OF THE WORLD DAY OF PRAYER date back tothe 19th century Christian women of the United Statesand Canada initiated a variety of cooperative activities in support of womenrsquos involvement in misson at home and in other parts of the world
Women had a vision of Christian unity as being essentialto their exercise of mission By 1897 women of sixdenominations had formed a joint committee for a unitedday of prayer for home missons In 1912 the WomanrsquosBoards of Foreign Missions called for a united day ofprayer for foreign missions
After the devastation of World War I women incorporatedthe conviction that world peace was intrinsically tied toworld mission Therefore the women renewed their effortsfor unity
In 1928 during an International Missionary Conferencein Jerusalem delegates agreed that worldwide participationwould be a bond of unity among women In 1930 HelenKim of Korea was chosen to be the first woman outside ofNorth America to write the order of worship for the WorldDay of Prayer
Each year one country is chosen to prepare the servicereadings related study topics plus stories about their countryall relating to the theme This yearrsquos program is presentedby the women of France
The World Day of Prayer is now a world-wide movementof Christian women of many denominations and traditions who come together to observe a common day of prayer each year to which all people are welcome
It is now a movement initiated and carried out bywomen in more that 170 countries and regions aroundthe world
Through World Day of Prayer women affirm thatprayer and action are inseparable and that both haveimmeasurable influence in the world
Hosting the World Day of Prayer celebration rotatesamong the Churches on--the-Hill This year CCDP hasthe honour
Our guest speaker will be former Member of ParliamentThe Hon John Godfrey
Comeadd your voice to the millions around the worldwho will be gathering in powerful prayer to share thesame service at the same time (and then share in the conversationand French treats after the service
Have you been to France Do you have photos memorabilia or stories to share
We would love to have you share them with us as wecelebrate France on this World Day of Prayer
Contact Elizabeth Joyspeak to her in church or callher at 416-487-3007Merci bien
12 HERALD
CHRIST CHURCH DEER PARK JANUARYFEBRUARY 2013
The GalleryIn the Arthur Smith Room
PARISH REGISTERIn MemoriumMary Joan Rowat
Dorothy Linton StewartReginald Victor Macauley Barnett
SpringLuncheon
Tuesday May 21 1200 noonMark you calendars now for this always anticipated event
Watch our Website and Sunday Bulletins for more details as the date draws near
Mark your calendars now for our annual
BOOK SALESaturday May 25th1000 am - 200 pm
WE WELCOME HELP with sorting and storing the books in theweeks leading up to May 25th We also need help in settingout the books on the day before as well as on the day of the sale
Of course we will neeed books toodrop off in the box in the Atriumpaperback hardcover coffee table LPs CDsVideos and DVDs but please NO encyclopaedias outdatedtext or business books
If you have any questions or wish to volunteer some timeplease call Anne Kear 416-924-3940
Dorothy Linton StewartIn her 85th year on January 5th 2013 after a
long illness
Dorothy was a congregant of Christ ChurchDeer Park since 2004 after she moved toToronto from Manhattan Dorothy was apainter and not only exhibited her work at
Christ Church Deer Park but in galleries in NewYork Montreal Boston Bilbao and Abu DhabiHer work was exuberant and she was a master ofcolour An artistrsquos artist she will be missed
CCDP has been offered a painting of Dorothyrsquosin appreciation of the warmth and caring thecommunity provided her in her latter years
Financial ForumsSunday February 17
After the 1000am serviceArthur Smith Room
Hosted by the Churchwardens to provide you with an opportunity to review budget figures and ask questions prior to the Vestry meeting
13 HERALD
CHRIST CHURCH DEER PARK JANUARYFEBRUARY 2013
JOIN US every second Sunday at 430 pm for this popular service of music a reflective reading prayers for our city and the world and great musicfeaturing some of Torontorsquosfinest jazz musicians
Jan 27 Tribute to Horace SilverGary WilliamsonpianoSteve McDade trumpetPerry White saxophoneScott Alexander bassBrian Barlow drumsTributereflection by Brian Barlow
Feb 10 Remembering George ShearingDon Thompson pianoNeil Swainson bass Tribute talk by Brian Barlow
Feb 24 Barry Elmes QuartetBarry White saxophoneReg Schwager guitarSteve Wallace bassBarry Elmes drums
March 10 24 April 7 21 May 1226Musicians TBA
May 26 Remembering Miles(a tribute to Miles Davis)Musicians TBA
June 23 Brian Barlow Big Band(part of the TD Toronto Jazz Festival)
From theOrgan Bench
ITrsquoS JANUARY and the musical events we so recently enjoyed overthe Christmas season are still freshin our minds In particular theCCDP choir was delighted to par-ticipate in the fourth annual CityCarol Sing held at Yorkminster ParkBaptist There along with interna-tional opera stars Richard Margisonand Russell Braun actress Fiona
Reid the True North Brass the Larkin Singers theCanadian Childrenrsquos Opera Company the Choir ofYorkminster Park Baptist and Citytvrsquos Gord Martineau(with additional administrative support provided by NineSparrows Arts Foundation) we helped raise money forfood banks across Canada and more than $1600000 forthe Churches-on-the-Hill Food Bank
As we all know Easter arrives very early this year Pleasejoin us on Good Friday (March 29th) at 4pm for ourannual Christ Church Deer Park and Nine Sparrows ArtsFoundation presentation of ldquoThe Good Friday Concert ndashMusic for a Most Holy Dayrdquo when we will be presentingreadings and music based on the ldquoSeven Last Words ofChrist on the Crossrdquo Along with the CCDP soloists andchoir this yearrsquos concert will feature our special guest theArkadas String Quartet (Emily Kruspe violin JamieKruspe violin Jessie Morrison viola Brandon Wilkiecello) Yoursquoll be able to find further information about theconcert and the Arkadas String Quartet on the NineSparrows website (www9sparrowsartsorg) and the Musicpage of the CCDP website(wwwchristchurchdeerparkorg) As always admission tothe concert will be free (donations welcome) so comealong and bring a friend to what promises to be a very spe-cial event
In closing Irsquod like to mention that our LunchtimeChamber Music series has resumed and continues everyThursday until the end of June (with the exception ofMaundy Thursday ndash March 28th) If you have a chance
drop by the sanctuary on Thursdays at 1210pm to hearboth established artists and rising stars perform Admissionis free (donations are )welcome Bring your lunch and enjoy
Eric Robertson Organist amp Director of Music
If yoursquore interested in finding out more about the ChristChurch music program please contact me through theMusic page of the CCDP website
14 HERALD
CHRIST CHURCH DEER PARK JANUARYFEBRUARY 2013
Welcome to the Book Club
We invite all those who enjoy reading to come to our gatherings in 2013 to be held on Wednesdays
730 pmin the Arthur Smith Room
Please join us for lively conversation refreshments and wine
or your own choice of beverage
On February 27we will discuss any short stories of your choice by
Alice Munroe
On March 27the book is
Linden McIntyrersquos ldquoThe Bishoprsquos Manrdquo
The books for our spring meetings on April 24 andMay 29 will be announced later
For information call Anne Kear 416-924-3940
Remember to check our website for updates on these and other events
wwwthereslifehereorg
Christmas
FairDEBORAH WILKINSON AND BARBARAJOHNSTON Co-chairs along with Jayne MilesSimpson Emily Chatten Anne LarkinElizabeth Joy Lynn Lovekin Norma Ross JillBuckworth Judith Maxwell Pat AndersonJoyce Hamilton Lorna Lang Mary LouThompson and so many others hosted a verysuccessful Christmas Fair
Promiseland workers arrived at 8am to prepareand serve cookies muffins and StarbucksCoffee It was chilly outside but the Reindeerand those waiting in line certainly appreciatedthe treats
Our thanks to everyone
We had fun creating and coordinating thisChurchCommunity Event We are bothworking professionals as well as mothershosting an event of this magnitude demands a great deal of time One suggestion is todivide the event into smaller areas with committed people ldquomanagingrdquo each
The proceeds ($10000) are goimg towardChurch programs as well as the Churches on-the-Hill Food Bank
We are very grateful to Starbucks SheridanNurseries Sobeyrsquos Shoppersrsquo Drug MartLoblaws and Gingerrsquos Florist Please supportthe businesses in our area who support ourinitiativesTransitions
Your trusted partner in change
Jennifer Tivilukfounder and principal
4165760690transitionsstartca
yourtransitionpartnercom
15 HERALD
CHRIST CHURCH DEER PARK JANUARYFEBRUARY 2013
Hark Consider advertisingin the HERALDHERALD is published 5 times per year SeptOctNovDec JanFeb AprilMay JuneJuly Ad rates are very reasonablewe can even design your ad if requiredAnd since the HERALD is posted in full to our websitewwwthereslifehereorg your advertisements will also get exposure on the internet
For details and rates contact Elisabeth Lunder in theParish Office
HERALDDeadline for the next HERALD is April 17
DO YOU HAVE AN IDEA for an article Perhaps a feature on an unsung hero in the parish A special memory An historical fact Please speak to one of the clergy or to the Editor
Articles and announcements may be submitted at any time up to the deadline Just leave in the box in the Atrium or e-mail the editor at joyceiansympaticoca
Living Well Family ChiropracticOptimizing your health and well-being naturally
Dr Andrea PerriconeChiropractor amp Acupuncture provider
1366 Yonge St Suite 208 (416) 985-1911(south of St Clair at Balmoral) perriconedcgmailcom
Feel like being more involved Donrsquot have much time but want to help out Feeling new but want to join in Been here a while but havenrsquot been involved Have ideas to share
Join usTHERErsquoS LIFE HERE in what we do how we get together and what gets done
New members are always welcome to join any group atCCDPchoose one that interests you
Volunteers WelcomeTAKE A TURN at the Holy Grounds Cafeacutewith a friend as a familyitrsquos fun and your efforts are always appreciated
Please sign up on the sheet just inside the kitchen or speakto Jane Miles Simpson
Saturday April 20WE ARE EVEN NOW accepting contributions for the saleSome ideas to get you started - gently used clothing(menrsquos womenrsquos childrenrsquos) household items (cutlerydishes glasses linens) jewellery treasures games and
puzzlesthe list goes on
So whether you are downsizing or just spring cleaningremember the Rummage Sale Please look through yourclosetsmake room for the new and let us have what youdonrsquot need anymore(You can tell your friends too)
Drop off your items in the box in the Atrium)
And as the date draws nearer you will be hearing frommecount on it
Thank you
Maxine Henry Rummage Sale Co-ordinatormaxinethemaximizeryahooca 416-590-1008
SpringRummage
SALE
16 HERALD
CHRIST CHURCH DEER PARK JANUARYFEBRUARY 2013
Family owned and operated
WithadedicatedteamofthefinestdirectorsintheprofessiontheCrawfordfamilycontinuesthetraditionofservingthecommunityofNorthToronto
bull Burial amp Cremationbull No obligation Pre-Planning
Services
bull Ample parking availablebull Chapel Reception amp childrenrsquos
recreation rooms
159 Eglinton Ave WToronto ON M4R 1A8 wwwmorleybedfordca
416-489-8733
Robert OrsquoReillyExecutiveDirector
7BPleasantBlvdBox1053
TorontoOntarioM4T1K2
Tel416923-3779
Fax416923-0083
1-800-883-7761
robertsmartkidzorg
wwwsmartkidzorg Need a friendly hand to help you with some of the practical tasks of everyday life such as
bull errandsbull shoppingbull banking
bull medical appointmentsCall on
At-Home Help
Lorna W Lang(416) 932-2599
LornaCareshotmailcom
12 HERALD
CHRIST CHURCH DEER PARK JANUARYFEBRUARY 2013
The GalleryIn the Arthur Smith Room
PARISH REGISTERIn MemoriumMary Joan Rowat
Dorothy Linton StewartReginald Victor Macauley Barnett
SpringLuncheon
Tuesday May 21 1200 noonMark you calendars now for this always anticipated event
Watch our Website and Sunday Bulletins for more details as the date draws near
Mark your calendars now for our annual
BOOK SALESaturday May 25th1000 am - 200 pm
WE WELCOME HELP with sorting and storing the books in theweeks leading up to May 25th We also need help in settingout the books on the day before as well as on the day of the sale
Of course we will neeed books toodrop off in the box in the Atriumpaperback hardcover coffee table LPs CDsVideos and DVDs but please NO encyclopaedias outdatedtext or business books
If you have any questions or wish to volunteer some timeplease call Anne Kear 416-924-3940
Dorothy Linton StewartIn her 85th year on January 5th 2013 after a
long illness
Dorothy was a congregant of Christ ChurchDeer Park since 2004 after she moved toToronto from Manhattan Dorothy was apainter and not only exhibited her work at
Christ Church Deer Park but in galleries in NewYork Montreal Boston Bilbao and Abu DhabiHer work was exuberant and she was a master ofcolour An artistrsquos artist she will be missed
CCDP has been offered a painting of Dorothyrsquosin appreciation of the warmth and caring thecommunity provided her in her latter years
Financial ForumsSunday February 17
After the 1000am serviceArthur Smith Room
Hosted by the Churchwardens to provide you with an opportunity to review budget figures and ask questions prior to the Vestry meeting
13 HERALD
CHRIST CHURCH DEER PARK JANUARYFEBRUARY 2013
JOIN US every second Sunday at 430 pm for this popular service of music a reflective reading prayers for our city and the world and great musicfeaturing some of Torontorsquosfinest jazz musicians
Jan 27 Tribute to Horace SilverGary WilliamsonpianoSteve McDade trumpetPerry White saxophoneScott Alexander bassBrian Barlow drumsTributereflection by Brian Barlow
Feb 10 Remembering George ShearingDon Thompson pianoNeil Swainson bass Tribute talk by Brian Barlow
Feb 24 Barry Elmes QuartetBarry White saxophoneReg Schwager guitarSteve Wallace bassBarry Elmes drums
March 10 24 April 7 21 May 1226Musicians TBA
May 26 Remembering Miles(a tribute to Miles Davis)Musicians TBA
June 23 Brian Barlow Big Band(part of the TD Toronto Jazz Festival)
From theOrgan Bench
ITrsquoS JANUARY and the musical events we so recently enjoyed overthe Christmas season are still freshin our minds In particular theCCDP choir was delighted to par-ticipate in the fourth annual CityCarol Sing held at Yorkminster ParkBaptist There along with interna-tional opera stars Richard Margisonand Russell Braun actress Fiona
Reid the True North Brass the Larkin Singers theCanadian Childrenrsquos Opera Company the Choir ofYorkminster Park Baptist and Citytvrsquos Gord Martineau(with additional administrative support provided by NineSparrows Arts Foundation) we helped raise money forfood banks across Canada and more than $1600000 forthe Churches-on-the-Hill Food Bank
As we all know Easter arrives very early this year Pleasejoin us on Good Friday (March 29th) at 4pm for ourannual Christ Church Deer Park and Nine Sparrows ArtsFoundation presentation of ldquoThe Good Friday Concert ndashMusic for a Most Holy Dayrdquo when we will be presentingreadings and music based on the ldquoSeven Last Words ofChrist on the Crossrdquo Along with the CCDP soloists andchoir this yearrsquos concert will feature our special guest theArkadas String Quartet (Emily Kruspe violin JamieKruspe violin Jessie Morrison viola Brandon Wilkiecello) Yoursquoll be able to find further information about theconcert and the Arkadas String Quartet on the NineSparrows website (www9sparrowsartsorg) and the Musicpage of the CCDP website(wwwchristchurchdeerparkorg) As always admission tothe concert will be free (donations welcome) so comealong and bring a friend to what promises to be a very spe-cial event
In closing Irsquod like to mention that our LunchtimeChamber Music series has resumed and continues everyThursday until the end of June (with the exception ofMaundy Thursday ndash March 28th) If you have a chance
drop by the sanctuary on Thursdays at 1210pm to hearboth established artists and rising stars perform Admissionis free (donations are )welcome Bring your lunch and enjoy
Eric Robertson Organist amp Director of Music
If yoursquore interested in finding out more about the ChristChurch music program please contact me through theMusic page of the CCDP website
14 HERALD
CHRIST CHURCH DEER PARK JANUARYFEBRUARY 2013
Welcome to the Book Club
We invite all those who enjoy reading to come to our gatherings in 2013 to be held on Wednesdays
730 pmin the Arthur Smith Room
Please join us for lively conversation refreshments and wine
or your own choice of beverage
On February 27we will discuss any short stories of your choice by
Alice Munroe
On March 27the book is
Linden McIntyrersquos ldquoThe Bishoprsquos Manrdquo
The books for our spring meetings on April 24 andMay 29 will be announced later
For information call Anne Kear 416-924-3940
Remember to check our website for updates on these and other events
wwwthereslifehereorg
Christmas
FairDEBORAH WILKINSON AND BARBARAJOHNSTON Co-chairs along with Jayne MilesSimpson Emily Chatten Anne LarkinElizabeth Joy Lynn Lovekin Norma Ross JillBuckworth Judith Maxwell Pat AndersonJoyce Hamilton Lorna Lang Mary LouThompson and so many others hosted a verysuccessful Christmas Fair
Promiseland workers arrived at 8am to prepareand serve cookies muffins and StarbucksCoffee It was chilly outside but the Reindeerand those waiting in line certainly appreciatedthe treats
Our thanks to everyone
We had fun creating and coordinating thisChurchCommunity Event We are bothworking professionals as well as mothershosting an event of this magnitude demands a great deal of time One suggestion is todivide the event into smaller areas with committed people ldquomanagingrdquo each
The proceeds ($10000) are goimg towardChurch programs as well as the Churches on-the-Hill Food Bank
We are very grateful to Starbucks SheridanNurseries Sobeyrsquos Shoppersrsquo Drug MartLoblaws and Gingerrsquos Florist Please supportthe businesses in our area who support ourinitiativesTransitions
Your trusted partner in change
Jennifer Tivilukfounder and principal
4165760690transitionsstartca
yourtransitionpartnercom
15 HERALD
CHRIST CHURCH DEER PARK JANUARYFEBRUARY 2013
Hark Consider advertisingin the HERALDHERALD is published 5 times per year SeptOctNovDec JanFeb AprilMay JuneJuly Ad rates are very reasonablewe can even design your ad if requiredAnd since the HERALD is posted in full to our websitewwwthereslifehereorg your advertisements will also get exposure on the internet
For details and rates contact Elisabeth Lunder in theParish Office
HERALDDeadline for the next HERALD is April 17
DO YOU HAVE AN IDEA for an article Perhaps a feature on an unsung hero in the parish A special memory An historical fact Please speak to one of the clergy or to the Editor
Articles and announcements may be submitted at any time up to the deadline Just leave in the box in the Atrium or e-mail the editor at joyceiansympaticoca
Living Well Family ChiropracticOptimizing your health and well-being naturally
Dr Andrea PerriconeChiropractor amp Acupuncture provider
1366 Yonge St Suite 208 (416) 985-1911(south of St Clair at Balmoral) perriconedcgmailcom
Feel like being more involved Donrsquot have much time but want to help out Feeling new but want to join in Been here a while but havenrsquot been involved Have ideas to share
Join usTHERErsquoS LIFE HERE in what we do how we get together and what gets done
New members are always welcome to join any group atCCDPchoose one that interests you
Volunteers WelcomeTAKE A TURN at the Holy Grounds Cafeacutewith a friend as a familyitrsquos fun and your efforts are always appreciated
Please sign up on the sheet just inside the kitchen or speakto Jane Miles Simpson
Saturday April 20WE ARE EVEN NOW accepting contributions for the saleSome ideas to get you started - gently used clothing(menrsquos womenrsquos childrenrsquos) household items (cutlerydishes glasses linens) jewellery treasures games and
puzzlesthe list goes on
So whether you are downsizing or just spring cleaningremember the Rummage Sale Please look through yourclosetsmake room for the new and let us have what youdonrsquot need anymore(You can tell your friends too)
Drop off your items in the box in the Atrium)
And as the date draws nearer you will be hearing frommecount on it
Thank you
Maxine Henry Rummage Sale Co-ordinatormaxinethemaximizeryahooca 416-590-1008
SpringRummage
SALE
16 HERALD
CHRIST CHURCH DEER PARK JANUARYFEBRUARY 2013
Family owned and operated
WithadedicatedteamofthefinestdirectorsintheprofessiontheCrawfordfamilycontinuesthetraditionofservingthecommunityofNorthToronto
bull Burial amp Cremationbull No obligation Pre-Planning
Services
bull Ample parking availablebull Chapel Reception amp childrenrsquos
recreation rooms
159 Eglinton Ave WToronto ON M4R 1A8 wwwmorleybedfordca
416-489-8733
Robert OrsquoReillyExecutiveDirector
7BPleasantBlvdBox1053
TorontoOntarioM4T1K2
Tel416923-3779
Fax416923-0083
1-800-883-7761
robertsmartkidzorg
wwwsmartkidzorg Need a friendly hand to help you with some of the practical tasks of everyday life such as
bull errandsbull shoppingbull banking
bull medical appointmentsCall on
At-Home Help
Lorna W Lang(416) 932-2599
LornaCareshotmailcom
13 HERALD
CHRIST CHURCH DEER PARK JANUARYFEBRUARY 2013
JOIN US every second Sunday at 430 pm for this popular service of music a reflective reading prayers for our city and the world and great musicfeaturing some of Torontorsquosfinest jazz musicians
Jan 27 Tribute to Horace SilverGary WilliamsonpianoSteve McDade trumpetPerry White saxophoneScott Alexander bassBrian Barlow drumsTributereflection by Brian Barlow
Feb 10 Remembering George ShearingDon Thompson pianoNeil Swainson bass Tribute talk by Brian Barlow
Feb 24 Barry Elmes QuartetBarry White saxophoneReg Schwager guitarSteve Wallace bassBarry Elmes drums
March 10 24 April 7 21 May 1226Musicians TBA
May 26 Remembering Miles(a tribute to Miles Davis)Musicians TBA
June 23 Brian Barlow Big Band(part of the TD Toronto Jazz Festival)
From theOrgan Bench
ITrsquoS JANUARY and the musical events we so recently enjoyed overthe Christmas season are still freshin our minds In particular theCCDP choir was delighted to par-ticipate in the fourth annual CityCarol Sing held at Yorkminster ParkBaptist There along with interna-tional opera stars Richard Margisonand Russell Braun actress Fiona
Reid the True North Brass the Larkin Singers theCanadian Childrenrsquos Opera Company the Choir ofYorkminster Park Baptist and Citytvrsquos Gord Martineau(with additional administrative support provided by NineSparrows Arts Foundation) we helped raise money forfood banks across Canada and more than $1600000 forthe Churches-on-the-Hill Food Bank
As we all know Easter arrives very early this year Pleasejoin us on Good Friday (March 29th) at 4pm for ourannual Christ Church Deer Park and Nine Sparrows ArtsFoundation presentation of ldquoThe Good Friday Concert ndashMusic for a Most Holy Dayrdquo when we will be presentingreadings and music based on the ldquoSeven Last Words ofChrist on the Crossrdquo Along with the CCDP soloists andchoir this yearrsquos concert will feature our special guest theArkadas String Quartet (Emily Kruspe violin JamieKruspe violin Jessie Morrison viola Brandon Wilkiecello) Yoursquoll be able to find further information about theconcert and the Arkadas String Quartet on the NineSparrows website (www9sparrowsartsorg) and the Musicpage of the CCDP website(wwwchristchurchdeerparkorg) As always admission tothe concert will be free (donations welcome) so comealong and bring a friend to what promises to be a very spe-cial event
In closing Irsquod like to mention that our LunchtimeChamber Music series has resumed and continues everyThursday until the end of June (with the exception ofMaundy Thursday ndash March 28th) If you have a chance
drop by the sanctuary on Thursdays at 1210pm to hearboth established artists and rising stars perform Admissionis free (donations are )welcome Bring your lunch and enjoy
Eric Robertson Organist amp Director of Music
If yoursquore interested in finding out more about the ChristChurch music program please contact me through theMusic page of the CCDP website
14 HERALD
CHRIST CHURCH DEER PARK JANUARYFEBRUARY 2013
Welcome to the Book Club
We invite all those who enjoy reading to come to our gatherings in 2013 to be held on Wednesdays
730 pmin the Arthur Smith Room
Please join us for lively conversation refreshments and wine
or your own choice of beverage
On February 27we will discuss any short stories of your choice by
Alice Munroe
On March 27the book is
Linden McIntyrersquos ldquoThe Bishoprsquos Manrdquo
The books for our spring meetings on April 24 andMay 29 will be announced later
For information call Anne Kear 416-924-3940
Remember to check our website for updates on these and other events
wwwthereslifehereorg
Christmas
FairDEBORAH WILKINSON AND BARBARAJOHNSTON Co-chairs along with Jayne MilesSimpson Emily Chatten Anne LarkinElizabeth Joy Lynn Lovekin Norma Ross JillBuckworth Judith Maxwell Pat AndersonJoyce Hamilton Lorna Lang Mary LouThompson and so many others hosted a verysuccessful Christmas Fair
Promiseland workers arrived at 8am to prepareand serve cookies muffins and StarbucksCoffee It was chilly outside but the Reindeerand those waiting in line certainly appreciatedthe treats
Our thanks to everyone
We had fun creating and coordinating thisChurchCommunity Event We are bothworking professionals as well as mothershosting an event of this magnitude demands a great deal of time One suggestion is todivide the event into smaller areas with committed people ldquomanagingrdquo each
The proceeds ($10000) are goimg towardChurch programs as well as the Churches on-the-Hill Food Bank
We are very grateful to Starbucks SheridanNurseries Sobeyrsquos Shoppersrsquo Drug MartLoblaws and Gingerrsquos Florist Please supportthe businesses in our area who support ourinitiativesTransitions
Your trusted partner in change
Jennifer Tivilukfounder and principal
4165760690transitionsstartca
yourtransitionpartnercom
15 HERALD
CHRIST CHURCH DEER PARK JANUARYFEBRUARY 2013
Hark Consider advertisingin the HERALDHERALD is published 5 times per year SeptOctNovDec JanFeb AprilMay JuneJuly Ad rates are very reasonablewe can even design your ad if requiredAnd since the HERALD is posted in full to our websitewwwthereslifehereorg your advertisements will also get exposure on the internet
For details and rates contact Elisabeth Lunder in theParish Office
HERALDDeadline for the next HERALD is April 17
DO YOU HAVE AN IDEA for an article Perhaps a feature on an unsung hero in the parish A special memory An historical fact Please speak to one of the clergy or to the Editor
Articles and announcements may be submitted at any time up to the deadline Just leave in the box in the Atrium or e-mail the editor at joyceiansympaticoca
Living Well Family ChiropracticOptimizing your health and well-being naturally
Dr Andrea PerriconeChiropractor amp Acupuncture provider
1366 Yonge St Suite 208 (416) 985-1911(south of St Clair at Balmoral) perriconedcgmailcom
Feel like being more involved Donrsquot have much time but want to help out Feeling new but want to join in Been here a while but havenrsquot been involved Have ideas to share
Join usTHERErsquoS LIFE HERE in what we do how we get together and what gets done
New members are always welcome to join any group atCCDPchoose one that interests you
Volunteers WelcomeTAKE A TURN at the Holy Grounds Cafeacutewith a friend as a familyitrsquos fun and your efforts are always appreciated
Please sign up on the sheet just inside the kitchen or speakto Jane Miles Simpson
Saturday April 20WE ARE EVEN NOW accepting contributions for the saleSome ideas to get you started - gently used clothing(menrsquos womenrsquos childrenrsquos) household items (cutlerydishes glasses linens) jewellery treasures games and
puzzlesthe list goes on
So whether you are downsizing or just spring cleaningremember the Rummage Sale Please look through yourclosetsmake room for the new and let us have what youdonrsquot need anymore(You can tell your friends too)
Drop off your items in the box in the Atrium)
And as the date draws nearer you will be hearing frommecount on it
Thank you
Maxine Henry Rummage Sale Co-ordinatormaxinethemaximizeryahooca 416-590-1008
SpringRummage
SALE
16 HERALD
CHRIST CHURCH DEER PARK JANUARYFEBRUARY 2013
Family owned and operated
WithadedicatedteamofthefinestdirectorsintheprofessiontheCrawfordfamilycontinuesthetraditionofservingthecommunityofNorthToronto
bull Burial amp Cremationbull No obligation Pre-Planning
Services
bull Ample parking availablebull Chapel Reception amp childrenrsquos
recreation rooms
159 Eglinton Ave WToronto ON M4R 1A8 wwwmorleybedfordca
416-489-8733
Robert OrsquoReillyExecutiveDirector
7BPleasantBlvdBox1053
TorontoOntarioM4T1K2
Tel416923-3779
Fax416923-0083
1-800-883-7761
robertsmartkidzorg
wwwsmartkidzorg Need a friendly hand to help you with some of the practical tasks of everyday life such as
bull errandsbull shoppingbull banking
bull medical appointmentsCall on
At-Home Help
Lorna W Lang(416) 932-2599
LornaCareshotmailcom
14 HERALD
CHRIST CHURCH DEER PARK JANUARYFEBRUARY 2013
Welcome to the Book Club
We invite all those who enjoy reading to come to our gatherings in 2013 to be held on Wednesdays
730 pmin the Arthur Smith Room
Please join us for lively conversation refreshments and wine
or your own choice of beverage
On February 27we will discuss any short stories of your choice by
Alice Munroe
On March 27the book is
Linden McIntyrersquos ldquoThe Bishoprsquos Manrdquo
The books for our spring meetings on April 24 andMay 29 will be announced later
For information call Anne Kear 416-924-3940
Remember to check our website for updates on these and other events
wwwthereslifehereorg
Christmas
FairDEBORAH WILKINSON AND BARBARAJOHNSTON Co-chairs along with Jayne MilesSimpson Emily Chatten Anne LarkinElizabeth Joy Lynn Lovekin Norma Ross JillBuckworth Judith Maxwell Pat AndersonJoyce Hamilton Lorna Lang Mary LouThompson and so many others hosted a verysuccessful Christmas Fair
Promiseland workers arrived at 8am to prepareand serve cookies muffins and StarbucksCoffee It was chilly outside but the Reindeerand those waiting in line certainly appreciatedthe treats
Our thanks to everyone
We had fun creating and coordinating thisChurchCommunity Event We are bothworking professionals as well as mothershosting an event of this magnitude demands a great deal of time One suggestion is todivide the event into smaller areas with committed people ldquomanagingrdquo each
The proceeds ($10000) are goimg towardChurch programs as well as the Churches on-the-Hill Food Bank
We are very grateful to Starbucks SheridanNurseries Sobeyrsquos Shoppersrsquo Drug MartLoblaws and Gingerrsquos Florist Please supportthe businesses in our area who support ourinitiativesTransitions
Your trusted partner in change
Jennifer Tivilukfounder and principal
4165760690transitionsstartca
yourtransitionpartnercom
15 HERALD
CHRIST CHURCH DEER PARK JANUARYFEBRUARY 2013
Hark Consider advertisingin the HERALDHERALD is published 5 times per year SeptOctNovDec JanFeb AprilMay JuneJuly Ad rates are very reasonablewe can even design your ad if requiredAnd since the HERALD is posted in full to our websitewwwthereslifehereorg your advertisements will also get exposure on the internet
For details and rates contact Elisabeth Lunder in theParish Office
HERALDDeadline for the next HERALD is April 17
DO YOU HAVE AN IDEA for an article Perhaps a feature on an unsung hero in the parish A special memory An historical fact Please speak to one of the clergy or to the Editor
Articles and announcements may be submitted at any time up to the deadline Just leave in the box in the Atrium or e-mail the editor at joyceiansympaticoca
Living Well Family ChiropracticOptimizing your health and well-being naturally
Dr Andrea PerriconeChiropractor amp Acupuncture provider
1366 Yonge St Suite 208 (416) 985-1911(south of St Clair at Balmoral) perriconedcgmailcom
Feel like being more involved Donrsquot have much time but want to help out Feeling new but want to join in Been here a while but havenrsquot been involved Have ideas to share
Join usTHERErsquoS LIFE HERE in what we do how we get together and what gets done
New members are always welcome to join any group atCCDPchoose one that interests you
Volunteers WelcomeTAKE A TURN at the Holy Grounds Cafeacutewith a friend as a familyitrsquos fun and your efforts are always appreciated
Please sign up on the sheet just inside the kitchen or speakto Jane Miles Simpson
Saturday April 20WE ARE EVEN NOW accepting contributions for the saleSome ideas to get you started - gently used clothing(menrsquos womenrsquos childrenrsquos) household items (cutlerydishes glasses linens) jewellery treasures games and
puzzlesthe list goes on
So whether you are downsizing or just spring cleaningremember the Rummage Sale Please look through yourclosetsmake room for the new and let us have what youdonrsquot need anymore(You can tell your friends too)
Drop off your items in the box in the Atrium)
And as the date draws nearer you will be hearing frommecount on it
Thank you
Maxine Henry Rummage Sale Co-ordinatormaxinethemaximizeryahooca 416-590-1008
SpringRummage
SALE
16 HERALD
CHRIST CHURCH DEER PARK JANUARYFEBRUARY 2013
Family owned and operated
WithadedicatedteamofthefinestdirectorsintheprofessiontheCrawfordfamilycontinuesthetraditionofservingthecommunityofNorthToronto
bull Burial amp Cremationbull No obligation Pre-Planning
Services
bull Ample parking availablebull Chapel Reception amp childrenrsquos
recreation rooms
159 Eglinton Ave WToronto ON M4R 1A8 wwwmorleybedfordca
416-489-8733
Robert OrsquoReillyExecutiveDirector
7BPleasantBlvdBox1053
TorontoOntarioM4T1K2
Tel416923-3779
Fax416923-0083
1-800-883-7761
robertsmartkidzorg
wwwsmartkidzorg Need a friendly hand to help you with some of the practical tasks of everyday life such as
bull errandsbull shoppingbull banking
bull medical appointmentsCall on
At-Home Help
Lorna W Lang(416) 932-2599
LornaCareshotmailcom
15 HERALD
CHRIST CHURCH DEER PARK JANUARYFEBRUARY 2013
Hark Consider advertisingin the HERALDHERALD is published 5 times per year SeptOctNovDec JanFeb AprilMay JuneJuly Ad rates are very reasonablewe can even design your ad if requiredAnd since the HERALD is posted in full to our websitewwwthereslifehereorg your advertisements will also get exposure on the internet
For details and rates contact Elisabeth Lunder in theParish Office
HERALDDeadline for the next HERALD is April 17
DO YOU HAVE AN IDEA for an article Perhaps a feature on an unsung hero in the parish A special memory An historical fact Please speak to one of the clergy or to the Editor
Articles and announcements may be submitted at any time up to the deadline Just leave in the box in the Atrium or e-mail the editor at joyceiansympaticoca
Living Well Family ChiropracticOptimizing your health and well-being naturally
Dr Andrea PerriconeChiropractor amp Acupuncture provider
1366 Yonge St Suite 208 (416) 985-1911(south of St Clair at Balmoral) perriconedcgmailcom
Feel like being more involved Donrsquot have much time but want to help out Feeling new but want to join in Been here a while but havenrsquot been involved Have ideas to share
Join usTHERErsquoS LIFE HERE in what we do how we get together and what gets done
New members are always welcome to join any group atCCDPchoose one that interests you
Volunteers WelcomeTAKE A TURN at the Holy Grounds Cafeacutewith a friend as a familyitrsquos fun and your efforts are always appreciated
Please sign up on the sheet just inside the kitchen or speakto Jane Miles Simpson
Saturday April 20WE ARE EVEN NOW accepting contributions for the saleSome ideas to get you started - gently used clothing(menrsquos womenrsquos childrenrsquos) household items (cutlerydishes glasses linens) jewellery treasures games and
puzzlesthe list goes on
So whether you are downsizing or just spring cleaningremember the Rummage Sale Please look through yourclosetsmake room for the new and let us have what youdonrsquot need anymore(You can tell your friends too)
Drop off your items in the box in the Atrium)
And as the date draws nearer you will be hearing frommecount on it
Thank you
Maxine Henry Rummage Sale Co-ordinatormaxinethemaximizeryahooca 416-590-1008
SpringRummage
SALE
16 HERALD
CHRIST CHURCH DEER PARK JANUARYFEBRUARY 2013
Family owned and operated
WithadedicatedteamofthefinestdirectorsintheprofessiontheCrawfordfamilycontinuesthetraditionofservingthecommunityofNorthToronto
bull Burial amp Cremationbull No obligation Pre-Planning
Services
bull Ample parking availablebull Chapel Reception amp childrenrsquos
recreation rooms
159 Eglinton Ave WToronto ON M4R 1A8 wwwmorleybedfordca
416-489-8733
Robert OrsquoReillyExecutiveDirector
7BPleasantBlvdBox1053
TorontoOntarioM4T1K2
Tel416923-3779
Fax416923-0083
1-800-883-7761
robertsmartkidzorg
wwwsmartkidzorg Need a friendly hand to help you with some of the practical tasks of everyday life such as
bull errandsbull shoppingbull banking
bull medical appointmentsCall on
At-Home Help
Lorna W Lang(416) 932-2599
LornaCareshotmailcom
16 HERALD
CHRIST CHURCH DEER PARK JANUARYFEBRUARY 2013
Family owned and operated
WithadedicatedteamofthefinestdirectorsintheprofessiontheCrawfordfamilycontinuesthetraditionofservingthecommunityofNorthToronto
bull Burial amp Cremationbull No obligation Pre-Planning
Services
bull Ample parking availablebull Chapel Reception amp childrenrsquos
recreation rooms
159 Eglinton Ave WToronto ON M4R 1A8 wwwmorleybedfordca
416-489-8733
Robert OrsquoReillyExecutiveDirector
7BPleasantBlvdBox1053
TorontoOntarioM4T1K2
Tel416923-3779
Fax416923-0083
1-800-883-7761
robertsmartkidzorg
wwwsmartkidzorg Need a friendly hand to help you with some of the practical tasks of everyday life such as
bull errandsbull shoppingbull banking
bull medical appointmentsCall on
At-Home Help
Lorna W Lang(416) 932-2599
LornaCareshotmailcom