The Herald CCDP Newsletter

HERALDCHRIST CHURCH DEER PARK TORONTO CANADA VOLUME 40 NUMBER 1

Dear friends

ldquoRemember you are dust and to dust you shall returnrdquo (Genesis 319) With thesefamiliar words ashes are smudged on our foreheads and we begin the 40-day journeyinto the season of Lent These 40 days are meant to recall Jesusrsquo own time of testingin the wilderness where he survived on the bare necessities of life all the whileconfronting the temptations to escape his desert of despair with offers of comfortrecognition and powerMetaphorically this season places us in the wilderness with Jesus where we intentionally choose to ldquodo withoutrdquo - a discipline that helps to remind us of ourutter reliance on God Because of its austerity Lent is sometimes understood as abit of a downer while the rest of the world is out merrily buying bright tulips andchocolate bunnies But it need not be so Lent is not a time for dour self-loathingInstead it is an opportunity to intentionally strip away the baggage which separatesus from authentic living in Christ In a world so full of noise and clutter Lent callsus to tune out the voices that keep us from a deep contemplation of who we reallyare and whose we are and who God is calling us to be For each of us the mostalluring distractions are different So Lent is in many ways a very personal andproductive journey - our own opportunity to allow God to refine and renew usAs we enter this season once again I encourage you to embrace it in a way thatworks for you If you are planning to give something up or take something on may it serve the purpose of opening a way for God to ldquocreate in you a clean heartand renew a right spirit within yourdquo (Psalm 5111) Then when Easter comes inall of its joyful glory the newness of life in the resurrection will be felt more deeply within usI wish you holy Lent May it be a time of growth and renewal as we seek to livemore fully into our identity as the beloved children of God

The Reverend Canon Kevin Robertson Rector

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CHRIST CHURCH DEER PARK MARCHAPRIL 2014

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 Canon Kevin RobertsonAssistant CurateThe Rev Julie MeakinHonorary AssistantsThe Rev Dr Peter SlaterThe Rev Dr Karen Hamilton

Ecumenical Partner

Organist amp Director of MusicEric RobertsonDirector of Children amp Youth MinistryHilary Keachie

MANAGEMENT TEAM

Rectorrsquos Warden Genevieve ChornenkiPeoplersquos Warden Carolyb KearnsDeputy Warden Henry Zaluski

EDITORIAL COMMITTEE

EditorJoyce Hamilton (joyceiansympaticoca)MembersHenry Zaluski Photos Deirdre Malone Henry ZaluskiPeter Curzon Kate RiegerWebmasterBrian DenchPARISH STAFF

Director of Parish OperationsPaul MarrittBookkeeperElisabeth LunderSextonDenis Delisle

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for reflection and prayer We begin on Lent 1 in Matthewwith the temptation of Jesus - then hear four amazing passages from the Gospel of John Nicodemus the Womanat the Well the Man Born Blind and the raising of Lazarusbefore we return to Matthew on PalmPassion SundayRead these passages slowly prayerfully They are pairedwith equally wonderful passages from the Old Testamentthe temptation in Genesis Abrahamrsquos call Water from theRock the Anointing of David as King and the dry bones ofEzekiel Lent is a time given to think seriously about who Jesus isfor us to renew our faith from the inside out and tobecome refreshed and renewed energized to be effectivedisciples in the world This will be my final article for the Herald - I am amazedat how the past year and a half has flown by Here at ChristChurch Deer Park I have seen and experienced a deep spirituality and commitment to the Gospel a communitythat cares for and loves each other and a community offaith that is open to new ways of doing ministry I havelearned much during my time here at CCDP and want tothank you all for your generosity and friendship I want toespecially thank Kevin on both a personal and professionallevel for his excellent guidance and support in all thingsrelated to ministry I would also like to thank the Wardensand say how much I have learned and enjoyed being partof such a committed and collaborative Management TeamTo the staff you have made coming into work each day areal joy and I will miss you all It has been a time of growthand encouragement in my vocation as a priest and a privilegeand joy to worship with you and to serve you I will missyou all I leave you with this traditional Irish blessing May the road rise up to meet youMay the wind be always at your backMay the sun shine warm upon your faceAnd rains fall soft upon your fields And until we meet againMay God hold you in the palm of his handWishing you a blessed Lent and Easter

The Reverend Julie Meakin Assistant Curate

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MeakinrsquosMusings

ldquoYet even now says the Lord return to me with all yourheartrdquo Thus speaks the prophet Joel in our first reading ofAsh Wednesday The process of returning to God of everdeepening conversion is one of the themes of Lent Andnote this is an invitation - God desires to have a relationshipwith usLent can be described as a time of ldquospring cleaningrdquo forour hearts of stocktaking or of a kind of ldquospring trainingrdquofor disciples It is a time of self-reflection and penitencewith the understanding that this will enable us to be moreopen to God to allow God to give us life in all its fullness It may be helpful if we see Lent as tied to our baptism In the early church Lent began as a period of preparationfor adults who would be baptized at the Easter Vigil Itwas an intensive 40 days (imitating Christrsquos 40 days in thedesert) of instruction purification and preparation fortheir new life in Christ It was a time of entering moreconsciously into the mystery of Christrsquos Passover of thatjourney from death to life Being marked with ashes at the beginning of our Lentenjourney is a reminder of our need to die to sin so that wemay live in Christ The Church has encouraged prayer fasting almsgivingand the reading of Scripture as Lenten disciplines How is your prayer life Does it need a re-boot The LordrsquosPrayer a favourite psalm the collect for purity and manyother prayers are available for us Or just pray what is onyour heart By fasting we remember the poor who are forced to fast bytheir poverty Fasting helps clear the mind and can have anenergizing effect Of course we think of Lent as a time toldquogive uprdquo something This may be an indulgence or a negative attitude or habit Lent is often a time when people give to Faithworks or toother charitable organizations It may be a time to focuson a justice or environmental issue as well Finally the Lenten Gospel passages offer a treasure trove

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A Place to Learn Laugh amp Live out our FaithIN JANUARY PROMISELAND FOCUSED ON BAPTISM We startedby reading the Gospel of Matthewrsquos account of Jesusrsquo baptismin the Jordan River and then did a dramatic retelling withcostumes and all We shared pictures from our own baptismsand used our experiences to identity possible symbols forbaptism including water a dove and a candle Using thesesymbols as well as symbols of Jesus we created a life-size

mural to remind us that throughbaptism we are all united in ChristAll this learning culminated in amini field trip across the street toYorkminster Park Baptist churchto visit their full immersion baptismal tank and learn aboutsome of their traditions and rituals Thank you to Rev DaleRoss for a great morning - andfor taking us all right down intothe tank

Then in February we went back to very beginning of theBible and started working our way through the Book ofGenesis We compared the creation stories built a 3-D creation collage and learned to sing ldquoThe 7 Day of Creationrdquo(to the tune of the 12 Days of Christmas) We then builtcardboard and tin foil Arks following detailed instructionslike the onersquos God gave to Noah - and tried floating themin rainy and windy conditions to boot All 3 Arks withstoodthe storm and Noah his family and the pairs of animalsstayed (mostly) dry We will take a hiatus from Genesis during Lent and EasterWe will begin the Lenten season together on Tuesday March4th with an intergenerational pancake supper followed by afamily worship service with the imposition of ashes InPromiseLand we will build a simple Labyrinth on the firstSunday of Lent using rope candles and found objects EverySunday in Lent we will add more objects to the path and

spend a few quite moments walking the Labyrinth Wewill focus on being present in the moment and using ourbody and all of our senses in prayer We encourage every-one to come downstairs to the Rainbow Room and walkthe Labyrinth either before or after Sunday worship Hilary KeachieDirector of Children amp Youth Ministry

Building Arks

Getting ready to float our Arks

Success They all floated

Young Anglican LeadersYOUNG ANGLICAN LEADERS is our youth leadership programme for teens grade 7 and up We meet 3-4 timesevery month for a variety of community building and leadership activities including Lunch and Learns volunteeringor fundraising and social nights Our Bible oriented monthly Lunch and Learns will focusthis year on the Book of Ruth Every month a differentteam will prepare a dramatic reading an interactive activityon the chapterrsquos theme a grace and some lunch YAL willbe responsible for leading these Bible studies and I forone am excited to see what they come up with YAL will also be volunteering every 3rd Saturday of themonth at CCDPrsquos Community Breakfast Bright and earlyfrom 700-930am YAL joins a dedicated team of volun-

teers from our parish to makeeggs sausages and toast andthen helps serve it to about 35-40 people from the communityItrsquos a great opportunity to servethose in need and get involvedin the wider life and work ofour parish On the 1st Friday of eachmonth YAL will have a fun

social night We made our own pizzas and watched MontyPython and the Holy Grail in January played board gamesin February and have lots more planned for the comingmonths including roller skating going to a play and playinglaser tag If you are interested in joining this fun anddynamic group or know someone who might be pleasecome and speak with me Thanks everyone for your enthusiasm and dedication toour children and youth programmes and herersquos to a funmeaningful and learning-filled year Hilary KeachieDirector of Childrenrsquo amp Youth Ministry

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andChrist Church Deer Park

present the

Good Friday ConcertMusic for a Most Holy Day

Special GuestJohn Johnson

Juno Award winner John Johnson is one of the mostin-demand musicians in Toronto He is proficient onall the saxophones from sopranino through baritoneas well as piccolo flute alto flute clarinet and bassclarinet John has performed with jazz greats such as

Diane Krall Aretha Franklin Roberta FlackDionne Warwick Peabo Bryson and Bill Mays andhas also appeared as a guest artist with the Toronto

Symphony Orchestra on numerous occasionsand Featuring

Soloists and Choir ofChrist Church Deer Park

Eric RobertsonMusic Director

April 18- 400pmAdmission FreeAll are Welcome

Join us on Sunday March 23

for a Pot Luck Lunch inElliott Hall

after the 1000am serviceas we celebrate The Reverend Jule Meakinrsquos time with us

and wish her well as she takes the reinsas Incumbent of

Holy Family Heart Lake parish

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DougrsquosDiscourse

IT IS ALWAYS DIFFICULT TO SAY GOODBYE THE FIRST TIME I am finding it is even harder to say goodbye a second time I have decided after much soul searching to semi-retireEffective Feb 28th I shall be leaving my position asAssociate Clergy here at Christ Church Deer Park whilecontinuing to work half-time as Coordinator of ChaplaincyServices for the Diocese of TorontoWhen Fr Kevin invited me to join the staff almost twoyears ago it was to assist him with services and to explorethe viability of a pastoral care program within the parish I was also invited to support adult education within thecongregation when asked to sit on the Lay MinistryCommittee chaired by David MooreMy time here has been filled with opportunities both satisfying and challenging The adult education activities of the parish bible study groups sermon discussion groupsACW Lenten programs and seminars exploring healingministries have all been great fun I value highly conversationssuch as these which explore questions of faith For me it isthe ways and means of fleshing out the what and why ofmy beliefs I thank all of those who have challenged me toponder the nuances of our faith I hope I have challenged afew ideas for others as wellThis past summer I was challenged in a most satisfyingway sharing the ministry of Christ Church Deer Park withJulie Meakin when Fr Kevin was on sabbatical Eventhough it was summer the demands of the parish wereconsistent and steadily busy Julie and I had great funworking together learning about each otheriacutes vocationaltheology and igravestyleicirc of ministry I wish Julie all of Godiacutesblessings as she continues in her ministry May God granther the strength and wisdom necessary to pastor in todayrsquosdemanding age of faithWhile its development was a much more gradual processthan originally anticipated I was so blessed to work withDavid Moore in the creation of the Congregational CareTeam It seems in retrospect that the time taken to setdown solid roots within this new program was time wellspend David Moore has a great passion for this ministryand he is a talented leader for this program There aremany parishioners here at Christ Church Deer Park whohave the skills and abilities necessary for embracing a min-

istry of friendly visiting I am confident that this programwill flourish and grow I wish David Moore and all of theCongregational Care Team volunteers continued successMay God empower this vital parish ministry so that it maygrow and prosperThe worshiping life of Christ Church Deer Park is I feelthe jewel of the parish I have always found the liturgy atChrist Church Deer Park to be most uplifting The dedicationof the servers deacons lay readers intercessors sides peoplecrucifer altar guild chalice bearers choir and organistSunday school leaders and teachers to name but only a fewis most impressive In many ways the liturgy here hasrevived my faith in ways I could not anticipate when RevCanon Judy Rois invited me here for the first time It hasbeen a great joy to stand at the altar and listen to the choirunder Eric Robertsonrsquos direction behind me Do not be surprised if you see me on the occasional Sunday sitting inone of the back pews sometime in the futureThere is a rhythm to Christ Church Deer Parkrsquos parish lifewhich shall be missed as well Weekly staff meetingsSunday coffee at Second Cup with members of the 800amcongregation the 730am Wednesday Eucharist (despitethe early hour) followed by breakfast parish forums andparish rummage sales Christmas Bazaars and Good Fridayconcerts All constitute the life of the parish and all giveshape and expression to the spirit of a parish One of thegreat sadnesses of being a clergyperson is the experience ofleaving behind such familiar and life giving patterns of acommunityrsquos faith and spirit Routines such as these willcertainly be missedFinally I wish to extend particular thanks to Fr KevinWithout his willingness to extend an invitation to return toChrist Church Deer Park I would not now be saying yetagain goodbye His trust in my abilities has been absoluteand I am grateful for such trust Without Fr Kevinrsquos supportI would not have had the opportunity of enhancing andgrowing my skills regarding parish ministry I thank him for his support and I wish him Godrsquos good blessings alwaysAs I think back I realize that I have been part of ChristChurch Deer Park off and on for almost five years Inmany ways that is so brief a time in the life of a parish Forme it has been a time where everyone has welcomed mehere with warmth acceptance and grace I wish ChristChurch Deer Park all success in the future and may it continue to be a place where God is known and known well

The Reverend Canon Douglas Graydon Assistant Priest

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Interfaith Church and DivinityManifestations of my FaithJourneyI HAVE TO SAY ITrsquoS REALLY WONDERFUL to be back atChrist Church Deer Park Thank you all for the warm welcome back It has been so great getting to see everyoneand catch up after my year away I feel blessed to be partof such a fantastic community For the last 12 months I was living in Hanover Germanyand working as the Project Coordinator for an internationaland interreligious youth conference set for May 2015When I arrived last January the ldquoInterreligious YouthForumrdquo was still in the baby stages and most notably stillan entirely Protestant initiative My first job was to reachout to youth leaders in various faith traditions denominationsand related international organizations in order to makethis a truly interfaith event in its vision creation andimplementation We were fortunate to get a very positiveresponse and created a team of 12 dedicated experiencedand mostly youth volunteers The team met regularlythroughout the year to decide on the theme contentcountries involved and potential lead-up and follow-up initiatives It was a great group and I felt fortunate to get towork with them and learn about their experiences of faithand interfaith work in Europe One of my main tasks as Project Coordinator was creatinga detailed yet accessible Toolkit to promote local action onthe Millennium Development Goals I also planned a miniPre-Forum for July 2014 and was sent to gatherings andconferences around Germany and Europe to promote bothevents Although I left before the project was complete Iplan to continue to be involved and we have talkedalready about the possibility of returning for a few weeksto help with the Pre-Forum andor actual Youth Forum in2015 It would be amazing to see the outcome of all thishard work During the year I had the opportunity to participate indiverse and engaging events led by the Church Thisincluded Lutheran confirmation classes Advent worshipservices in the blue glow of the gothic cathedral gospelmusic concerts and interfaith debates The most profoundexperience for me though was participating in the 34thProtestant Kirchentag (literally ldquoChurch Dayrdquo) This hugeincomparable event happens every 2 years (the Catholicshost in the alternate year) and brings together over 150 000people from around Germany and the world for a week oflectures Bible studies concerts worship services and

meals This year it took place in Hamburg and I had theprivilege to not only attend but also lead an interfaithyouth event that was held in collaboration Over theweek I had countless moments of awe and inspiration a crowded subway car breaking into spontaneous songtaking communion outdoors with more than 100000other people (the logistics alone astounded me) a candlelitprayer service around the harbour Everyone I encounteredwas incredibly friendly eager to chat and hospitable (ifyou looked even slightly lost 3 or 4 different peoplewould offer you directions) and when we asked aboutthis attitude the response was always the same ldquoThis isKirchentagrdquo Learning worship creative expressionsocial action and hospitality - this really was the mostamazing expression of faith and the positive role it canplay in societyLeaving Germany at the end of 2013 was bittersweetSad of course to leave my new friends and wonderful colleagues and to know that my travel opportunitieswould almost entirely disappear but I felt ready to comehome and very eager to start a new chapter in my life On January 6th I started my Masters of Divinity atTrinity College in Toronto I made the decision to studytheology and ministry while in Germany inspired by theyoung pastors I met the positive and active role of thechurch and the need to work to promote and continuethis role in our community I am studying part-timeright now taking classes in Theology Homiletics andLiturgy My favourite part so far is getting to plan andparticipate in worship services with the other Trinity students Last week I got to set the table for Communionand probably soon Irsquoll even do a homily I am also happy to announce some news of a more personalnature My longtime boyfriend Lukas Rae proposed just

before Christmas and we plan to bemarried on December 6th 2014 Ourwedding will be at Christ ChurchDeer Park and it would be make mevery happy to welcome you all for theceremony I feel blessed to be able tohave the ceremony here in my homeparish and to have Kevin and mymom Karen Hamilton officiate

Thank you all again for your kind words and enthusiasticwelcome back I am really looking forward to sharing inour faith journeys - learning laughing and living out ourfaith together Hilary

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Fast From Feast OnFast from judging others

feast on the Christ dwelling in themFast from emphasis on differences

feast on the unity of lifeFast from apparent darkness

feast on the reality of lightFast from thoughts of illness

feast on the healing power of GodFast from words that pollute

feast on phrases that purify Fast from discontent feast on gratitudeFast from anger feast on patienceFast from pessimism feast on optimismFast from worry feast on divine orderFast from complaining feast on appreciationFast from negatives feast on affirmativesFast from unrelenting pressures

feast on unceasing prayerFast from hostility feast on non-resistanceFast from bitterness feast on forgivenessFast from self-concern

feast on compassion for othersFast from personal anxiety feast on eternal truthFast from discouragements feast on hopeFast from facts that depress

feast on verities that upliftFast from lethargy feast on enthusiasmFast from thoughts that weaken

feast on promises that inspireFast from shadows of sorrow

feast on the sunlight of serenityFast from idle gossip feast on purposeful silence Fast from problems that overwhelm

feast on prayer that undergirdsWilliam Arthur Ward 1921-1994)(American author teacher and pastor)

Study Opportunities

On the WebENLIGHTEN YOUR MIND with a series of Lenten Readingson the theme Transformation through renewal of themind by Imagination Materials are posted on the parish website and continuethrough the weeks of Lent Printed copies are available forthose without computers Those who are interested in these readings can meet withCanon Peter Gratton in the Arthur Smith Room after the1000 am service on March 23 amp April 6 Interactive comments can be made to Peter at any time atdpgratgmailcom

ACW Lenten Luncheon SeriesYOU- ARE ENCOURAGED TO ATTEND this Tuesday series as our clergy invite us to reflect upon the Parables of JesusWe begin at noon in the Arthur Smith Room Bring along your lunch coffee and tea are providedMarch 11 The Parable of the SowerMarch 18 The Parable of the Good SamaritanMarch 25 The Parable of the Mustard SeedApril 1 The Parable of the Lost SheepApril 6 The Parable of the Prodigal SonAll are welcome

Lenten Thoughts

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Help us make Palm CrossesFriday April 11 930amin the Arthur Smith RoomPlease join usThere 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 envelopeMemorials will be included in theEaster bulletinPlace the envelope in the offeringplate Donations may also bearranged through the office

Holy Week and Easter ServicesPalm Sunday April 13800am Holy Eucharist amp Blessing of Palms1000am Sung Eucharist and Palm Procession

Maundy Thursday April 17700pm Eucharist Foot-Washing amp Altar

Stripping800pm ldquoGethsemane Watchrdquo in the Chapel

Good Friday April 18900am Stations of the Cross

for Youth amp Families1100am Solemn Liturgy of Good Friday100pm Good Friday Walk

with Churches on-the-Hill

Holy Saturday April 19800pm The Great Vigil of Easter

amp Lighting of the New Firefollowed by a Resurrection Party and planting of the Easter Garden on the lawn

Easter Day April 20800am Holy Eucharist of the Resurrection1000am Sung Eucharist of the Resurrection

Sunday Services in LentMarch 9 16 23 30 April 6 13

Said Eucharist - 800 am Sung Eucharist -1000 am

(church school amp childcare provided)

Great NewsThe Plastic Party of the Year

is in SightSaturday April 19 - 1000am - 300 pm

Elliott Hall

COME ONE AND ALL bring your glue guns andor a festivespirit We shall glue repair and otherwise resurrect ourldquoEcclesiastical Tacky Plastic Flowersrdquo and have them readyfor the Saturday evening Easter Vigil and Parish PartyThere will be refreshments and general chaos Any studentswishing to earn community service hours are welcomePlease let me know if you can attend We now have anextensive collection awaiting our attentionsCheersCarol Knowlton DorityCCDP Dura-Garden Squad

Please plan to join us throughoutLent Holy Week and Easter

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Social Matters

LIVING OUR FAITH

IIacuteVE BEEN READING LIVING ECOLOGICAL JUSTICE a biblicalresponse to the environmental crisis a new book fromCitizens for Public Justice (available through wwwcpjca )Designed for group study with discussion and action suggestions it has evocative reflections by various writers Inviting us to fall in love with the Earth universityCatholic colleague Stephen Scharper calls us to a deeperecological conscience ecological integrity and social justiceHe names a spiritual deficit as the cause of unsustainablepatterns of production and consumption Joy Kennedywho long worked for the Anglican Church of Canadareminds us that in the face of the gospel of growth technofixes and prosperity the churches in 2011 said ldquoWe have amoral imperative to actrdquo With strong leadership she urgeswe can put the long-term interest of humanity and theplanet first religious organizations have an important rolein promoting ethical consumption and sustainable lifestyles ldquoWe lament that our abuse of creation has broughtlasting damage to the world we have been givenrdquo whichldquobelongs to Godrdquo she mourns in prayer NationalIndigenous Anglican Bishop Mark MacDonald contraststhe ldquoglobal culture of human-centred overuse ldquowhich is ldquoadirect and accelerating threat to the larger web of liferdquo withthe aboriginal vision of the ldquocommunityrdquo in the ldquocommunionrdquo- of all life The deep Christian tradition of life needs to berecovered he says Calgary Anglican priest and social workprofessor Mishka Lysak thinks what we have to offer ishope faithfulness an ethical frame for prophetic actionand economic self-restraint He urges the church to engagein a ministry of creation advocacy in partnership with alliesoutside the church asserting that adoption of energy policiesresulting in carbon emission reductions to a fair and safeglobal level is our duty The book includes the 25 Oct 2011 Canadian InterfaithCall for Leadership and Action on climate change whichthe Anglican Church of Canada signed onto It stresses the need to change wasteful patterns of production andconsumption by a cultural transformation to the values ofsustainability Noting we need to seek coherence between

our beliefs and our actions the faith communities urgedCanada to pursue climate justice by responding to themoral imperative of sharing more of the economic burdenof adaptation and mitigation already being borne by poorercountriesImperatives of faith and awareness of diocesan commitmentto climate action led me to make a proposal to theAllocations Committee for the Re-Imagining Church fundsthat CCDP have an energy audit of its facilities and pursueretrofits to reduce our carbon footprint These practicalsteps would bear witness to our commitment to address theclimate crisis Retrofits would be a sign in the communitythat CCDP is a 21st century church which understandstodayrsquos imperatives As a divinity faculty member I knowthat the student-inspired solar panels on the roof of TrinityCollegersquos academic building are a sign within the Universityof Toronto of Trinityrsquos ethical integrity and imaginationThe allocations committee caught the vision and I hope tosee this work go forward With CPJ I pray Lord all thingscome as gifts from your creating power Give us your Spirit sothat we might understand our communal responsibility Showus the path to action and bestow on us the creativity andcourage to lead our society to cherish and protect your gifts Phyllis Creighton

A FEW MONTHS AGO our Karen Hamilton was photographed with the Archbishop of Canterbury - now itrsquos the PopeKaren is presently heading out to Israel and Palestine on atour with Jews Christians and Muslims Barbara Marwood isjoining her as well as her son Gavin KeachieWersquoll look for a report in the next issue of the Herald

Interfaith Travels

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A Word fromthe Churchwardens

THE VESTRY MEETING WAS HELD on Sunday February 23rdfollowing the 1000 am service The Annual Vestry Report(2013) the audited financial statements and a narrativebudget were all available in print or electronic format inadvance of the meeting The meeting benefited from aParish Forum ldquoMoney Mattersrdquo on February 9th wherethere was an opportunity to review the audited financialstatements and other financial information of importanceto the future of CCDP The Vestry meeting was well attended Eighty-five to ninetyparishioners enjoyed a light lunch and heard presentationsfrom the Rector Treasurer Rectorrsquos Warden and PeoplersquosWarden There were some good questions and positive discussion Special recognition was given to two individuals- the Reverend Canon Douglas Graydon Associate Priestwho was retiring and Robert Morrow who served in manycapacities at CCDP most recently as Treasurer andFinancial Warden Everyone is invited to attend the next ldquoMoney MattersrdquoParish Forum to be held on Sunday May 4th following the1000 am service The meeting will continue to focus onfinancial aspects of parish life including property requirementsand options relating to a general reserve fundGenevieve Chornenki Carolyn Kearns Henry ZaluskiRectorrsquos Warden Peoplersquos Warden Deputy Warden

Why Go To ChurchA Churchgoer wrote a letter to the editor of a newspaperand complained that it made no sense to go to churchevery Sunday lsquoIrsquove gone for 30 years nowrsquo he wrote lsquoandin that time I have heard something like 3000 sermonsBut for the life of me I canrsquot remember a single one ofthem So I think Irsquom wasting my time and the pastors are wasting theirs by giving sermons at allrsquoThis started a real controversy in the lsquoLetters to the Editorrsquocolumn much to the delight of the editor It went on forweeks until someone wrote this clincherlsquoIrsquove been married for 30 years now In that time my wifehas cooked some 32000 meals But for the life of me I cannot recall the entire menu for a single one of thosemeals But I do know this They all nourished me andgave me the strength I needed to do my work If my wifehad not given me these meals I would be physically deadtoday Likewise if I had not gone to church for nourishmentI would be spiritually dead todayrsquo When you are DOWNto nothing God is UP to something Faith sees theinvisible believes the incredible and receives the impossibleThank God for our physical AND our spiritual nourishment

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SpringLuncheonTuesday May 13 1200 noon

MARK YOU CALENDARS NOW for this always anticipatedevent Watch our Website and Sunday Bulletins for

more details as the date draws near

Saturday April 261000am - 100pm

WE 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 andpuzzlesthe list goes onSo 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 fromme count on itThank youMaxine Henry Rummage Sale Co-ordinatormaxinethemaximizeryahoocom 416-590-1008

SpringRummage

SALE

ARE YOU INTERESTED IN HANDWORK Do you appreciatesilence Please consider joining us in the chapel on the 2ndand 4th Wednesday of each month at 600pm as we enjoya contemplative time and space together After a reading

we work in silence for the first half hour and converseabout the work of our hands in the second half hour

ContemplativeKnitting CircleFor knitters of all ages

and stages

Remember to check our website for updates on these and other events

wwwthereslifehereorg

Welcome Spring(or encourage it to come)

as we bid best wishes and a fond farewell tothe Reverend Julie Meakin

Pot Luck LunchElliott Hall

Sunday March 23after the 1000 am Service

We encourage All to consider their favourite Brunch fareand challenge them to create it for us

(Both serving AND clean up volunteers also would be gratefully accepted)

Jayne Miles SimpsonCo-ordinator

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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

March 23 ldquoA Love SupremerdquoA tribute to John ColtraneKirk MacDonald saxophonePat LeBarbera saxophoneBrian Dickinson pianoNeil Swainson bass Bob McLaren drums

April 6 Mike Murley saxophoneDavid Occhipinti guitar

From theOrgan Bench

PLEASE JOIN US ON GOOD FRIDAY(April 18th) at 4pm for our annualChrist Church Deer Park and NineSparrows Arts Foundation presenta-tion of ldquoThe Good Friday Concertndash Music for a Most Holy DayrdquoAlong with the CCDP soloists andchoir this yearrsquos concert will featurespecial guest Juno Award winnerJohn Johnson

John Johnson is one of the most in-demand musicians in Toronto He is proficient on all the saxophones fromsopranino through baritone as well as piccolo flute altoflute clarinet and bass clarinet John has performed withjazz greats such as Diane Krall Aretha Franklin RobertaFlack Dionne Warwick Peabo Bryson and Bill Mays and has also appeared as a guest artist with the TorontoSymphony Orchestra As always admission to the concert is free (donations welcome) so come along and bring a friend to what promises to be a very special eventOur Lunchtime Chamber Music series has resumed andcontinues every Thursday until the end of June (with theexception of Maundy Thursday ndash April 17th) If you havea chance drop by the sanctuary on Thursdays at 1210pmto hear both established artists and rising stars performAdmission is free (donations are welcome) Bring yourlunch and enjoyEric Robertson Organist amp Director of MusicIf yoursquore interested in finding out more about the ChristChurch music program please contact me through theMusic page of the CCDP website

On December 14th the Labyrinth workshop provided anopportunity to walk a canvas replica of the Chartreslabyrinth and to reflect on the meaning and message ofAdvent The focus is on being present in the moment andusing our body and all of our senses in prayerYou are welcome to walk the PromiseLand Labyrinthdownstairs in the Rainbow Room on any Sunday in Lenteither before or after Sunday worship

Labyrinth

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PARISH REGISTERBaptism

Riley Chidinma IkuIn MemoriumRobert Stewart

William McLachlanVerna Carter

Rupert RightonGordon Robertson

Churches on-the-Hill Food BankThe half-yearly collection of the Food Bank donations inthe Atrium was made in early January and was taken toand sorted out at Timothy Eaton Memorial Church

YAL Atrium Food CollectionHeartfelt thanks are due to Natalie Kemp and the YALmembers who promoted it so vividly over the months andto all who generously made the contributionsBen Dibben

2013anither great success

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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 HERALD is posted in full to our websitewwwthereslifehereorg your advertisements will also get exposure on the internetFor details and rates contact Elisabeth Lunder in theParish Office

Welcome to the Book Club

We invite all those who enjoy reading to come to our gatherings

held on Wednesdaysat 730 pm

in the Arthur Smith RoomWednesday March 26

Garth Steinrsquos The Art of Racing in the RainKnown as a great ldquodogrdquo book it is written entirely

from the prospective of a dog

Wednesday April 30The Red Tent by Anita Diamont

The story of Dinah from the Book of Genesis

Wednesday May 28John Vaillantrsquos The Golden Spruce

A true story of Myth Madness and Greed set in British Columbia

Please join us for lively conversation refreshments and wine

or your own choice of beverage There will be no meetings in June July or August

For information call Anne Kear 416-924-3940

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 doneNew 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 appreciatedPlease sign up on the sheet just inside the kitchen or speakto Jane Miles Simpson or William Jackson

We love hearing from youHERALD IS YOUR NEWSLETTERwe do our best to keep you up to date on all the events and activities taking placein this vibrant bee-hive of a parish HERALD also offers you an opportunity to voice yourthoughts and opinions share ideas suggestions photos orinformation write up a parish event honour a specialparishioner or fill us on your news (especially if you havemoved awaywe welcome your inputSigned submissions may be dropped off at any time up tothe deadline - in the Herald slot in the reception area toPaul Marritt in the office or by mail or e-mail We look forward to hearing from youJoyce Hamilton Editorjoyceiansympaticoca

HERALDDeadline for the next HERALD is April 23

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Dear friends

ldquoRemember you are dust and to dust you shall returnrdquo (Genesis 319) With thesefamiliar words ashes are smudged on our foreheads and we begin the 40-day journeyinto the season of Lent These 40 days are meant to recall Jesusrsquo own time of testingin the wilderness where he survived on the bare necessities of life all the whileconfronting the temptations to escape his desert of despair with offers of comfortrecognition and powerMetaphorically this season places us in the wilderness with Jesus where we intentionally choose to ldquodo withoutrdquo - a discipline that helps to remind us of ourutter reliance on God Because of its austerity Lent is sometimes understood as abit of a downer while the rest of the world is out merrily buying bright tulips andchocolate bunnies But it need not be so Lent is not a time for dour self-loathingInstead it is an opportunity to intentionally strip away the baggage which separatesus from authentic living in Christ In a world so full of noise and clutter Lent callsus to tune out the voices that keep us from a deep contemplation of who we reallyare and whose we are and who God is calling us to be For each of us the mostalluring distractions are different So Lent is in many ways a very personal andproductive journey - our own opportunity to allow God to refine and renew usAs we enter this season once again I encourage you to embrace it in a way thatworks for you If you are planning to give something up or take something on may it serve the purpose of opening a way for God to ldquocreate in you a clean heartand renew a right spirit within yourdquo (Psalm 5111) Then when Easter comes inall of its joyful glory the newness of life in the resurrection will be felt more deeply within usI wish you holy Lent May it be a time of growth and renewal as we seek to livemore fully into our identity as the beloved children of God

The Reverend Canon 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 Canon Kevin RobertsonAssistant CurateThe Rev Julie MeakinHonorary AssistantsThe Rev Dr Peter SlaterThe Rev Dr Karen Hamilton

Ecumenical Partner

Organist amp Director of MusicEric RobertsonDirector of Children amp Youth MinistryHilary Keachie

MANAGEMENT TEAM

Rectorrsquos Warden Genevieve ChornenkiPeoplersquos Warden Carolyb KearnsDeputy Warden Henry Zaluski

EDITORIAL COMMITTEE

EditorJoyce Hamilton (joyceiansympaticoca)MembersHenry Zaluski Photos Deirdre Malone Henry ZaluskiPeter Curzon Kate RiegerWebmasterBrian DenchPARISH STAFF

Director of Parish OperationsPaul MarrittBookkeeperElisabeth LunderSextonDenis Delisle

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Building Arks






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present the














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Lenten Thoughts

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Social Matters

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Interfaith Travels

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From theOrgan Bench




Labyrinth

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At-Home Help

Lorna W Lang(416) 932-2599











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present the














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DougrsquosDiscourse




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Lenten Thoughts

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Social Matters

LIVING OUR FAITH




Interfaith Travels

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From theOrgan Bench




Labyrinth

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Services



416-489-8733



Tel 416 923-3779Fax 416 923-0083





At-Home Help

Lorna W Lang(416) 932-2599








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DougrsquosDiscourse




7 HERALD






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Study Opportunities



Lenten Thoughts

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Elliott Hall



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Social Matters

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Interfaith Travels

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From theOrgan Bench




Labyrinth

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Services



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Tel 416 923-3779Fax 416 923-0083





At-Home Help

Lorna W Lang(416) 932-2599








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Study Opportunities



Lenten Thoughts

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Interfaith Travels

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From theOrgan Bench




Labyrinth

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Services



416-489-8733



Tel 416 923-3779Fax 416 923-0083





At-Home Help

Lorna W Lang(416) 932-2599








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Study Opportunities



Lenten Thoughts

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Elliott Hall



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Interfaith Travels

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From theOrgan Bench




Labyrinth

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Services



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Tel 416 923-3779Fax 416 923-0083





At-Home Help

Lorna W Lang(416) 932-2599








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Elliott Hall



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Social Matters

LIVING OUR FAITH




Interfaith Travels

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SALE




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From theOrgan Bench




Labyrinth

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Services



416-489-8733



Tel 416 923-3779Fax 416 923-0083





At-Home Help

Lorna W Lang(416) 932-2599








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Social Matters

LIVING OUR FAITH




Interfaith Travels

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From theOrgan Bench




Labyrinth

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Tel 416 923-3779Fax 416 923-0083





At-Home Help

Lorna W Lang(416) 932-2599








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Tel 416 923-3779Fax 416 923-0083





At-Home Help

Lorna W Lang(416) 932-2599








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SALE




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From theOrgan Bench




Labyrinth

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Services



416-489-8733



Tel 416 923-3779Fax 416 923-0083





At-Home Help

Lorna W Lang(416) 932-2599








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From theOrgan Bench




Labyrinth

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ChristmasFair












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Services



416-489-8733



Tel 416 923-3779Fax 416 923-0083





At-Home Help

Lorna W Lang(416) 932-2599








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ChristmasFair












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Services



416-489-8733



Tel 416 923-3779Fax 416 923-0083





At-Home Help

Lorna W Lang(416) 932-2599








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Services



416-489-8733



Tel 416 923-3779Fax 416 923-0083





At-Home Help

Lorna W Lang(416) 932-2599








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Services



416-489-8733



Tel 416 923-3779Fax 416 923-0083





At-Home Help

Lorna W Lang(416) 932-2599








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