HERALD September October 2010 by Christ Church Deer Park

HERALD CHRIST CHURCH DEER PARK, TORONTO, CANADA

The Blessing of Animals...October 3

VOLUME 36, NUMBER 4

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SEPTEMBER/OCTOBER2010

Judy’s Journal

HERALD HERALD is published six times a year (Sept, Oct/Nov, Dec/Jan, Feb/Mar, Apr/May, June/July) by Christ Church Deer Park 1570 Yonge Street Toronto ON M4T 1Z8 Tel: 416.920.5211 Fax: 416.920.8400 www.thereslifehere.org We welcome your submissions. E-mail: jking@thereslifehere.org or the editor (e-mail below). PARISH CLERGY

Rector The Rev. Canon Dr. Judy Rois Associate Priest (part-time) The Rev. Canon Douglas Graydon Assistant Curate The Rev. Samantha Caravan Honorary Assistants The Rev. Dr. Peter Slater The Rev Canon Dr. David Neelands The Rev. Dr. Karen Hamilton, Ecumenical Partner

The Rev. Michael Marshall,

Hospital for Sick Children

Director of Children’s Education Hilary Keachie WARDENS

Rector’s Warden (Human Resources) Innes van Nostrand People’s Warden (Finance) Genevieve Chornenki Deputy Warden (Property) Walter P. Blackwell EDITORIAL COMMITTEE

Editor Joyce Hamilton (joyceian@sympatico.ca) Members Henry Zaluski, Brian Buckingham Photos: Deirdre Malone, Henry Zaluski, Peter Curzon Webmaster Brian Dench PARISH STAFF

Organist &Director of Music Eric Robertson Parish Administrator & Rector’s Assistant Jean King Parish & Financial Secretary Denise Gomes Sexton Denis Delisle

Dear Friends, WITH UNSEASONABLY COOL TEMPERATURES, newscasters called the summer of 2009 the “unsummer”. I don’t know how they will describe the summer of 2010, but I think it could be aptly called the “uber-summer”. Since Wes and I had such an enjoyable vacation last summer on many of Toronto’s cycling trails, we tuned up our bicycles once again for this year’s holiday. Only one week into our cycling adventures with heat and humidity in the 30’s, I was ready to put my bicycle into storage forever! Not Wes. He’s been weight-lifting for years. He walks or runs 8 miles a day so he managed the Humber Valley hills just fine. I wish I could say the same for myself. I even replaced my foam polystyrene helmet with the latest, greatest new-fangled, light-weight head-gear, guaranteed to wick sweat away from your body and keep you cool as a cucumber. However, the small print of the guarantee said, “in most cases”. After one week of cycling with temps in the 30’s, I was certain that I would never cool down, ever again! And so, I suggested to Wes that we tune up two chaise-lounges and sit comfortably beside the Humber River rather than cycle its trails. “Tune up the mind with good books”, I suggested. Besides, who needs rock-hard calves and all that sweaty cardio anyways? “It’s all highly over-rated,” I said to Wes with the conviction of a Fear Factor contestant. He was un-moved by my new found conviction. And so, shamed by the ‘no pain-no gain’ look on his face, we set out once again – this time, cycling through Niagara’s wine country. My incentive was the vision of chilled Chardonnay dancing in my head at the end of our rides. I managed two more days. In last year’s August edition of this newsletter, I said that many people claim cycling is both a physical and spiritual experience – Zen-like, from the ancient tradition of Buddhism, a form of meditation that connects mind and body in a state of composure and tranquility. This may be the case sometimes, but during this “uber-summer”, my mind and body were just plain tired and hot. So, Wes and I tried kayaking instead. Paddling gently in cool waters had the appeal of pleasurable relaxation and leisure. I read that kayaking is an excellent way to combine meditative and physical exercise in beautiful outdoor settings. The fitness magazines claimed that kayaking can be a soothing way to clear your mind, and what’s more, it’s a mega calorie burner! Now, I had never been in a kayak before, and I didn’t have a clue about the requirement of focused endurance, stamina and energy. Our instructor guaranteed that if we stayed with it, sculpted upper-arms and all-over body strength would result — once again, in most cases. My biceps and torso protested, and I exerted so much energy trying to remain balanced and maneuvering my way forward, I never experienced what some kayakers call the eureka moment when body and soul 2 / HERALD

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are one with nature. After two weeks into our summer vacation, “Bob’s your uncle”, I said with cheerful, acquiescent resignation, and off I went to The World’s Biggest Bookstore to stock up on a supply of good reading material. I watched Wes and my kayaking class-mates with blissful enjoyment as I sat on my chaise-lounge under a tree beside the Humber River, sipping lemonade, reading and writing to my heart’s content – for me the sweet spot of mind-body composure and tranquility – as though in Thoreau’s Walden Pond. It’s still hot in this uber-summer, but I feel relaxed and refreshed, and I hope that you all do too after some vacation time, and I look forward to seeing you this fall as you begin to return to the routine that September brings. . . . oh, and by the way – I have a bicycle and a kayak for sale at a very reasonable price!

Fall Sunday Schedule September 12 September 19 September 26 October 3

October 10 October 17 October 24 October 31 November 7

Yours faithfully, November 14 Judy Rois, Rector

November 21

FOR SALE

November 28 December 5 December 12 December 19

There’s Worship Here ANY LITURGY takes a lot of behindthe-scene preparation as well as a lot of in-the-moment direction. Since joining our two liturgies together we have had some challenges. As we move forward with one 10am liturgy we feel it is time to get together. All liturgy team participants are invited to a lunch and learn on Sunday September 26, 2010. This includes all readers, intercessors, chalice administrators, deacons, sub-deacons, crucifers, acolytes, chancel guild, and sides-people. Invitations have been sent out; if you did not receive one please contact The Rev Samantha Caravan, Assistant Curate.

Feast of the Holy Cross Pentecost 17 Feast of St. Michael & All Angels Feast of St. Francis of Assisi 8am-Holy Communion; Book of Common Prayer 10am-The Blessing of Animals Bring your four-footed family members. Service followed by a delicious breakfast Harvest Thanksgiving Feast of St Luke the Evangelist Pentecost 22 Feast of All Saints & All Souls Remembrance Day Observance Choral Mattins Pentecost 25 Holocaust Remembrance

Anniversary Sunday Christ Church Deer Park celebrates 140 years Join us for a special coffee hour and other surprise events. Advent 1 Advent Lessons & Carols The Feast of St. Nicholas 10am service followed by delicious breakfast Advent 3 Advent 4 Christmas Lessons & Carols

Christmas Services Friday, December 24 Christmas Eve 4:30pm-Family Service/Christmas Pageant 8:15pm-Christmas Carol Sing 9:00pm-Holy Communion Saturday, December 25 Christmas Day 8 & 10am - Holy Communion Sunday, December 26 Christmas 1 8 & 10am - Holy Communion Feast of the Epiphany 2011 will be celebrated on Sunday, January 9

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SEPTEMBER/OCTOBER2010 the government of Ontario to increase social assistance by $100.00 per month.

From the Upper Room

I am thrilled to be here among you at Christ Church. I have learned and continue to learn from this vibrant and loving community. Thank you, Samantha

MY GRANDSON recently asked me if I liked being a priest, I told him I loved being a priest. He then said to me “I thought so, you’re happier than usual and I didn’t think that was possible”.

Calling all young artists! ARCHBISHOP COLIN JOHNSON, Metropolitan of the Ecclesiastical Province of Ontario, is holding an art contest for all Anglicans and Lutherans, ages 13 to 19, who live in the Province. The top three entries will be published in a full-page ad in The Toronto Star on Dec. 22, 2010. The top 50 entries will be posted online.

It has been four months since I was ordained a deacon and appointed Assistant Curate of Christ Church Deer Park and I can tell you I have loved every minute of it. Everyone has been so supportive and encouraging as I learn the ropes of this new and exciting ministry. I want to thank all of you for attending my ordination and the great party afterwards. Your cards and gifts were all wonderful. Thank you to Judy, the wardens and to the parish for the beautiful white stole that I wore on the day of my ordination. Also, a special thank you to the children and families of PromiseLand for the lovely antique coral cross they gave me. I think the biggest transition for me has been stepping back from PromiseLand. The greatest gift of this transition was baptizing Francesca Devine and Sydney Callaghan, it was a wonderful way to move from teacher to pastor. There are a few things on my project pallet. First is a little reordering of how we organize Sunday morning. As you may know we have committed to the joint service at 10am. This means that two separate and rather different liturgy set up routines have to be sorted out. Thanks to the help of Maggie Symons and Anne Larkin I think we are almost there. In an effort to meet the team and iron out some 10am Sunday morning logistics’ everyone involved in the 10 am Sunday morning liturgy team are welcome to lunch and learn on Sunday September 26th, from 11:30 am to 1pm. This includes all readers, chalice bearers, sub-deacons, intercessors, crucifers, chancel guild members, and sides people. The other dance on my card is Poverty Diet. Information regarding this initiative can be found in this edition of the Herald or on our website. Judy and I invite you to join us in this important social justice statement as we join Archbishop Johnson and the College of bishops in asking

“Young people in our churches have an amazing amount of talent and a deep passion for God,” said Archbishop Johnson. “This is a way for them to show their talent and express their faith to the whole world.” For more details visit the diocesan website at www.toronto.anglican.ca

A picture is worth a thousand words... ...and pictures certainly help make the Herald much more interesting. There are many wonderful photo opportunities coming up this fall...in time for insertion in the next issue. The children of PromiseLand will be in church on September 26th, dressed as angels to celebrate the Feast of St. Michael and All Angels and again on October 31st, dressed as their favourite Saints (not to mention the spooky, Halloween breakfast after the service). And don’t forget the Blessing of Animals on October 3rd. Bring your cameras and send your best shots to the editor at joyceian@sympatico.ca

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SEPTEMBER/OCTOBER 2010 wonderful patience by servers and choir members as I have found my way around CCDP’s sanctuary and I have enjoyed the beauty of the architectural space of the church.

So far at CCDP...

The liturgy and music and preaching have already significantly refreshed my soul and challenged my thinking. And while I am definitely not an early morning person, I have been gently guided through the fun and fellowship of the 7:00am Wednesday Eucharist.

WHERE DOES A PRIEST GO for rest and refreshment? Such a simple question to ask should not be so difficult to answer. While holidays and sabbaticals provide much needed opportunities for such rest and refreshment sometimes the fatigue of weekly preaching and parish work takes longer then a summer holiday to bounce back from and sabbaticals sometimes can be as much work as a parish. Sometimes the only way to truly refresh oneself in the priesthood is to allow oneself to be “ministered to”. To listen to good preaching, to be upheld by good music, to share priestly ministry will colleagues; to be on the receiving end of a worshipping community rather then being the one who is the celebrant, preacher and chief pastor. When the parish of St. Philip’s Caribou Road closed; I had been priest-in-charge there for seven years. It was a parish of good people doing good work. And it was a good place to be. But the process leading to the congregational decision to close, and then the work involved in the actual closure was much more demanding and pastorally exhausting then I thought it would be. I soon knew that by the time St. Philip’s closed, I would benefit from a prolonged break in parish ministry. I knew I needed time to rest; I needed the refreshment found in being part of a team ministry where my spirit and soul could be replenished. The challenge was, where and how could such an opportunity be created? The where of that question became Christ Church Deer Park. The how became a reality when Judy Rois invited me to join CCDP as Associate Priest until December 31st. My duties would be very simple. I would share in celebrating the Eucharist and preach on occasion. I would be available for additional services as needed. And so, on July 1st, with the fear and uncertainty common to any new placement, and as Judy headed off for a holiday break, I came to CCDP and placed myself into the very capable hands of Samantha Caravan. It has been everything I have needed since then. I have been welcomed by staff and parishioners. I have been shown

Besides carrying the title of Associate Priest here at CCDP; I will continue to work part time as the Coordinator of Chaplaincy Services for the Diocese of Toronto and will facilitate the work of the Diocesan HIV/AIDS Working Group. To round out such an eclectic workweek I will continue to hold the somewhat curious title of Diocesan Pandemic Planning Resource Coordinator. While so make job titles can convey the sense that I will be as busy as I was while priest-in-charge at St. Philip’s, these combined duties only make up a four day work week. It is my hope that such a slower pace will create the space for exactly what I have found at CCDP, that being the opportunity to pause, pray, reflect and refresh. May I extend my thanks to everyone who has made me feel so welcome since I have arrived. I look forward to experiencing the life, spirit and worship of CCDP. Reverend Canon Douglas Graydon

After the Flood THE GOVERNMENT OF CANADA has just announced that it will extend its donation-matching program for Pakistan relief for another three weeks...to October 3rd. The news from there grows more dire daily. Not only have over a million people been left homeless and lacking food and clean water, agriculture in the affected areas has been wiped out for years to come. Canadians are a generous people. Our response to the earthquake in Haiti was immense. It has been much less so for Pakistan. Is it because Haiti is closer to home...primarily a Christian country? Is it because Pakistan is Muslim? As Christians, we should be above making that the difference. We respond to the need, and the need is great. Calls on our resources have been great lately, but please find it in your hearts to help. Donations may be made through the Primate’s World Relief and Development Fund at www.pwrdf.org or World Vision at www.worldvision.ca

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Introducing Hilary Keachie Director of Children’s Education HILARY KEACHIE, 23, spent the last year working in Toronto as a Tony Blair Faiths Act Fellow. Through educational workshops, fundraisers and volunteer projects, she mobilized youth of diverse faiths to dialogue and to take action together to advance the Millennium Development Goals. Most significantly, Hilary coordinated the first ever youth delegation to the 2010 Religious Leaders’ Summit in Winnipeg, which included hosting a multi-faith youth dinner and leading a panel discussion. Prior to this, she obtained a Bachelor of Education from the University of Toronto and a Bachelor of Arts in World Religions, Political Science, French and Italian from McGill University. Hilary has extensive experience in interfaith cooperation and education, both in Canada and abroad. She volunteered for two months at a primary school devoted to reconciliation between Hindu and Muslim children in Hyderabad, India, and spent a year studying Islamic geo-politics at an international and multi-faith university in Menton, France. Hilary has been worshipping at Christ Church Deer Park for the past two years and is really excited at this opportunity to learn with, and from, the children and families of PromiseLand! Welcome, Hilary!

Happy Fall, Christ Church Deer Park! I AM THRILLED to be joining the staff team at CCDP as the Director of Children’s Education! I come to this position with degrees in World Religions and Education, as well as a wealth of experience working in faith, and multi-faith, contexts. I am really looking forward to learning with, and from, the dynamic and faithful community at Christ Church Deer Park, especially the children of PromiseLand!

This year in PromiseLand, children and youth will be encouraged to explore their Christian faith in a multitude of exciting and thought-provoking ways. We have lots of activities and events to look forward to - everything from holiday baking to special guest speakers to field trips to different houses of worship. The kids of PromiseLand will again be spearheading a number of social action projects this year including collecting canned food for the Churches On-The-Hill Food Bank throughout October and setting up the Advent Giving Tree. Look out for us once a month as we participate in the 10am worship service through prayer, song or a drama performance. I invite everyone to take a look at the schedule below and join us for breakfasts and special events throughout the year. Coming up on September 12th is our WELCOME BACK AND KICK-OFF THE NEW YEAR BREAKFAST! The children and families of PromiseLand will be bringing delicious food and drinks and we invite everyone to join us in Elliott Hall directly after the 10am service. Looking forward to an exciting new year! Hilary Director of Children’s Education

What’s Coming Up in PromiseLand: September 12

Holy Cross Day Join us for our Kick-off breakfast following the service

September 19

To do or not to do: Choices in our Lives

September 26

Feast of St. Michael and All Angels Come to church dressed as an angel

October 3

Blessing of the Animals – Kids in Church Join us for a hearty, Harvest breakfast after the service

October 10

Harvest Thanksgiving Please remember dried/canned food for the Churches On-The-Hill Food Bank - We will be collecting items for ALL of October

October 17

Let’s Pray Together: Exploring when, why and how we pray

October 24

Praying for Change: Exploring what people pray for

October 31

All Saints Day – Kids in Church Dress up as your favourite Saint. Join us for a spooky Halloween breakfast after the service

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There’s Compassion Here!

Remembrance Day: Guest Speaker. Stay tuned for more details!

Christ Church Deer Park joins Toronto Bishops on Poverty Diet

November 14

Holocaust Remembrance: Guest Speaker. Stay tuned for more details!

November 22

Happy Birthday Christ Church Deer Park! Join us after the service for a party (with cake of course!!) to celebrate 140 great years!

November 28

Advent 1: The Giving Tree Join us after the service for a special blue bake sale! Please also bring gifts for our Giving Tree.

December 5

Advent 2: The Feast of St. Nicholas – Kids in Church Join Bishop Nicholas for a Festival Breakfast after the service

December 12

Advent 3: Loving our Neighbours

December 19

Advent 4: The Meaning of Christmas

Friday, December 24 CHRISTMAS EVE! LIGHTS, CAMERA, ACTION! Join us at 4:30pm for our annual CHRISTMAS PAGEANT

Looking for a place to talk with other teens?... ...about faith, spirituality or general life questions? Check out CCDP’s brand-new

Youth only Facebook page There’s Youth Here! Questions or want to join? Email Hilary Keachie at hkeachie@thereslifehere.org

IT’S A DREADED TIME of the month: the last few days of the month when people on social assistance and low-wage workers often run out of money and must rely on foodbank donations to ward off hunger. That’s why our Diocese has joined others in supporting the call for an increase of $100 per month in social assistance rates. All of our diocesan Bishops are joining in a powerful act of solidarity with the poor by going on a food bank diet for three days in October, through the “Do the Math Challenge”, between October 4 and 8. The goal of this effort is to show there is public support for an immediate increase in social assistance as a first step towards better health and dignity for people living in poverty. A range of community leaders are joining our Bishops in supporting this campaign, along with other concerned citizens across Ontario. Premier McGuinty and Ontario MPPs have been invited to go on this poverty diet as well. Participants will be given a set of food choices that a person typically has in the last week of a month, then asked to buy those food items, so that no food will be diverted from foodbanks. To learn more, visit www.dothemath.thestop.org If you want to participate with Christ Church Deer Park in this important initiative we have three ways for you to sign up; • Go to our website www.thereslifehere.org and click on the Poverty Diet icon on the front page

PARISH REGISTER Weddings Sarah Emily Wilson & William Brett Hendrie Sarah Anne Keeler & Graeme Russell Hughson Carolynne Lisa Bell & John Paul Matthews In Memoriam June Gibson

• Fill out one of the --cards at the entrances of the church during the month of September • Call Samantha to add your support. Christ Church Deer Park is asking participants to consider donating to the Churches on-the-Hill Food Bank the regular amount of money you would have spent on groceries for three days. Include extras such as the coffee you buy on your way to work, any meal out you may have had, these are luxuries that our neighbours on social assistance simply do not have. 7 / HERALD

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SEPTEMBER/OCTOBER2010 address these repairs. Additionally, we sought approval to shift funds from the 1870 Fund (our non-restricted, nonendowed reserve) to pay down the debt in the Operating Fund. This had been raised at the Annual Vestry and, having consulted with the Treasurer and other financial leaders in the parish, we determined that this was the best course of action. Both motions passed.

A Word from the Wardens THIS SUMMER HAS BEEN A BUSY ONE at Corporation for both good and bad reasons. Starting with the good news, we are absolutely delighted with the addition of Rev. Canon Douglas Graydon as parttime Associate Priest and Hilary Keachie as our new Director of Children’s Education. These follow closely on the announcement that Rev. Samantha Caravan is staying at CCDP as our new Assistant Curate – news that was very warmly received by our community. These three additions speak to the great fortune CCDP has with our staff – the heart of any parish life. Douglas brings an outstanding and deep experience as a chaplain in a variety of health care institutions (and as Coordinator of Chaplaincy Services for the Diocese) as well as service as a parish priest. He is a wonderful complement to Judy and Samantha. Hilary has been an active member of the CCDP community for the last two years and is trained as a teacher with international experience and active involvement in ecumenical youth initiatives. We are delighted that she has taken over PromiseLand and will be working with Samantha. On a less positive note, our roof continues to pose ongoing challenges. We thought that we were out of the woods with the re-pointing and other repairs undertaken in the spring. However, some torrential downpours in the summer brought to light some additional issues in the Narthex (significant) and relating to the area above the Arthur Smith Room/robing area (easy fixes, we believe.) We anticipate that these will be fully addressed in early September and the Narthex will be re-painted in the following few weeks. Corporation is deeply appreciative of the work by the Property Committee and its Chair, Don Dority. In light of these pressing needs, we have also retained a consultant to undertake an updated review of our roofing situation and identify the short and long-term prospects for different parts of our roof. In light of these additional repairs and a recommendation made at the Annual Vestry Meeting last spring, we held a special Vestry meeting on September 12 to address interfund transfers. Specifically, we sought agreement to shift funds from the Building Fund to the Operating Fund to

With respect to finances, the second quarter results show an improvement in the status relative to the first quarter, although our revenues are still below budget. Expenses have been kept in line with budget expectations. At the Annual Vestry, we identified 3 major “business” priorities for the year: exploring real estate development and partnership opportunities; looking at inter-parish cooperation and partnering, from shared services to potential for amalgamation; and exploring further stewardship opportunities either through a campaign or planned giving campaign. We are delighted that Michael Butler, David Thornton and Stephen Clark are heading up task teams looking at these opportunities and we are anticipating that they will be the focus of Parish Forum meetings over the year. The initial plan is to have the first such meeting in October. We are grateful for the leadership being provided for Parish Forum by the Core Group and particularly the Co-Chairs, Carolyn Kearns and David Moore. Finally, both through these initiatives and other efforts, we continue to seek ways to run our operation more efficiently and seek additional revenues. We are conscious that our ministry is tied directly to the resources we can provide, so we encourage members of the parish to be as generous as possible in their financial and volunteer support of Christ Church. Your generosity in time and funds is greatly appreciated, and we encourage you to consider CCDP in your estate plans. We are delighted to receive suggestions and ideas from members of the parish as we continue to address practical requirements of the parish. Innes van Nostrand Genevieve Chornenki Walter Blackwell Rector’s Warden People’s Warden Deputy Warden

HERALD Deadline for the next HERALD is October 27 DO YOU HAVE AN IDEA for an article? 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 joyceian@sympatico.ca

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RUMMAGE SALE NEWS!

2 stepchildren. His obituary stated: “At age 17, Peter was a member of the Canadian swim team at the 1948 Olympic Games in London, the first Games held after WW II.” Might anyone out there know him, why he had Karen’s shoes and/or how they came to us?

Upcoming Fall Sale... Saturday, October 23rd 9:00am - 12:30pm MARK YOUR CALENDAR...come out to shop for great bargains and great prices...OR...come out to enjoy a “rummage experience”...OR...come out to show your support for our many volunteers and the great job they are doing. WE PROMISE THAT YOU WILL FIND SOMETHING THAT YOU JUST CAN’T LIVE WITHOUT!

The antique doll is fully articulated with a porcelain head (eyes that open and shut) and original mohair ‘hair”. She needs a little restoration, but is quite lovely and certainly collectable.

RUMMAGE TEAM HELP STILL NEEDED!!

We also have a stunning, black fur coat (possibly mink) in mint condition.

- Someone to sort and price men’s wear AND...MOST IMPORTANTLY... - someone to take on the position of Co-ordinator. If you are that someone out there with the tiniest interest... this is the time to join the team - prior to the sale - to experience what is involved while I’m still around and able to help. DID YOU KNOW?

The microscope is of professional quality with extra lenses. It comes in its own, wood, carrying case.

The Christmas Fair is the major fundraiser for the ACW. Its proceeds enable them to donate to the many, worthwhile community organizations they support as well as to the Parish and Parish projects. Rummage Sale proceeds go into the Parish Operating Fund. Without our dedicated volunteers, neither could happen...please consider joining the team. Anyone needing further information, please call Rita Becker, Co-ordinator at 416-921-0883

That, culled out of the huge number of donated rummage items, are those special items that contribute to the success of the Anglican Church Workers’ (ACW) very successful Christmas Fairs...good china, cut glass, silverware, collectables, art, jewellery, linens, new gift items and Christmas decorations. Occasionally, potentially priceless items turn up. Here are a few of this year’s finds...

Just one of the rooms storing items for the Rummage Sale. You may also have noticed covered racks at the bottom of the stairs (near the parking lot entrance) and then there’s the dedicated crew who sort through linens in the bowels of the furnace room. A pair of Karen Kain’s toe slippers. They came with the card of a Dr. Peter G. Mingie. Google turned up the following ...which was not a lot: Mingie, Peter G., North York, Ont.; McGill University, 1959; psychiatry; FRCPC; former staff, Student Health Services, and assistant professor, University of Toronto. Died Oct. 24, 1999, aged 68; survived by his wife, Mary, 4 children and

CCDP is known for its exceptional Rummage Sales... we get wonderful donations, all of which which are greatly appreciated, but nothing would happen without the many loyal volunteers who manage to make order out of chaos. JOIN US!

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Notes from the Organ Bench BY THE TIME YOU READ THIS, the 2010/11 choral season at Christ Church will be well under way. Our weekly choir practices resumed at 6:30pm on Thursday evening, September 9th and the full choir’s “first Sunday back” will have been Holy Cross Sunday on September 12th. In addition to preparing music for our regular Sunday services, the choir will be rehearsing for special musical events which are scheduled at various times throughout the year.

JOIN US every second Sunday at 4:30 pm for this popular service of music, a reflective reading, prayers for our city and the world and great music...featuring some of Toronto’s finest jazz musicians!

The first of these events will be taking place on November 5th at 7:30pm when Christ Church and Nine Sparrows Arts Foundation will be presenting “The Lark Ascending – A Concert of Remembrance”. This concert of readings, music, and wartime songs will feature the soloists and choristers of Christ Church as well as special guest, the Gryphon Trio’s violinist, Annalee Patipatanakoon.

Sept. 26

A Love Supreme Music of John Coltrane Kirk MacDonald, Pat LaBarbera, saxopohone; Brian Dickenson, piano; Neil Swainson, bass: Bob McLaren, drums

Oct. 17

Mike Murley, saxophone; David Occhipinti, guitar

Looking ahead: our free noon hour recital series Lunchtime Chamber Music - will be returning on October 14th (the first Thursday after Thanksgiving) and the Christ Church Choir will once again this year be participating in the CP24/CHUM Christmas Wish Concert, which will be held this year at Yorkminster Park Baptist Church on December 18th.

Nov. 14

Joe Sealy, piano; Paul Novotny, bass

Nov. 28

Bob Brough Quartet Tribute to Stan Getz

Dec. 19

Christmas Vespers Barlow Brass & Drums Chase Sanborn & Brian O’Kane, trumpets; Russ Little & Terry Promane, trombones; Doug Burrell, tuba; Brian Barlow, drums

Jan. 9

Colleen Allen Quartet

In closing, I’d like to thank the Christ Church Summer Singers for showing up so faithfully during July and August and to extend a warm welcome back to the rest of our choristers who are returning to sing with us after the long, hot summer. Eric N. Robertson, Organist & Director of Music If you’re interested in finding out more about the Christ Church music program, please contact me through the Music page of the CCDP website at www.thereslifehere.org

Free concerts at 12:10 pm every Thursday. Bring your lunch, relax and enjoy. October 14

Alison Arends, soprano; Imre Olah, organ/piano

October 21

Sara Moorehouse, flute Jeanie Chung, piano

October 28

Mara Plotkin, clarinet Dror Semel, piano

November 4

Lorelie Kirkpatrick, mezzo-soprano

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Welcome to the Book Club We invite all those who enjoy reading books to come to the next meeting on Wednesday, September 29 at 7:30 in the Arthur Smith Room.

The Learning Ministry presents A SERIES OF TIMELY, educational, thought-provoking talks given by experts in their fields...Tuesday evenings at 7:00pm in The Arthur Smith Room.

We’ll be discussing books each of us chose to read over the summer. We also will be deciding on books for our next gatherings on Wednesday, October 27 and Wednesday, November 17

Tuesday, September 21

Myth, Meaning and Religious Practice Where does myth end and faith begin? The theology which informs our religious practice can be traced back, as some scholars suggest, to the great mythologies of human history. Is Sunday worship simply the continuing tradition of humanity seeking meaning within creation? Is faith distinct from myth?

Join us for lively conversation, refreshments and wine, or your own choice of beverage.

Join The Reverend Canon Douglas Graydon as he moderates a conversation exploring the spirituality, myth and meaning of our liturgy.

For information, call Anne Kear: 416-924-3940

Tuesday, December 7

The Holy Family in Medieval and Renaissance Art The Holy Family has been depicted in many forms in art. What is being depicted? How can we understand the childhood of Christ as seen in these early works? Can works of art lead us to an understanding of Christ’s humanity. How have these become Christmas cards? Please join Dr. Sarah McKinnon as she explores these issues and more. Dr. McKinnon is Vice-President, Academic, of the Ontario Collge of Art & Design

The Gallery in the Arthur Smith Room

THE NEW HANGING SYSTEM should be installed in time for our next proposed showings... Colours of the Soul: mid-October to mid-November Advent: Waiting Patiently: through December Watch the Sunday Bulletin or check the website for details.

Tuesday, April 5

Exploring Mozart’s Requiem Tuesday, April 12

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

Exploring Elgars’ Dream of Gerontius Dr Michael O’Connor is a lecturer at St Michael’s College in the University of Toronto. A former Warden of the Royal School of Church Music (RSCM) in the UK, he is a member of the Board of RSCM Canada. His interests include the relationships between scripture, theology, worship, and the arts (especially music). Join Dr. Michael O’Connor on these musical journeys. (No specialized musical knowledge required.)

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Reaching Out Together THE FALL ALWAYS SEEMS TO SPARK new energy and life in CCDP outreach activity. This year we have refocused our priorities to concentrate on key programs, the Community Breakfast, Malawi Project, and as always, the COTH Foodbank. In addition we have eliminated programs which, in spite of our efforts, didn’t either respond sufficiently or prove viable. At the same time we have looked at small, one-time, targeted activities such as Promiseland’s involvement in sending kids to summer camp and the funds raised to provide mosquito nets as a contribution in the worldwide fight against Malaria. At this time we would like to recognize and thank all of our various volunteers for their time, commitment and enthusiasm. Also our thanks to those who, in these most difficult economic times, continue to donate to the program of their choice. It is much needed every penny goes to the Outreach project you specified.

Malawi Project on track again A few months ago, our committee basically put the Malawi Program on hold (including releasing further funds) until the search for a new candidate for Bishop of Northern Malawi was resolved and we had confidence that the program would proceed as before. This was on the advice given to Innes Van Nostrand by Bishop Christopher Boyle and Leah Creighton (N. American Diocese), both of whom had visited us previously here in Toronto. Now there are two pieces of good news. First, the candidate search has been renewed and is underway. Secondly, in the meantime we’ve been advised that our program will now go through the office of the Diocesan Administrator, who comes highly recommended and is widely regarded. Currently we are waiting for a full update on a Maternal and Children’s Feeding program from either Francis Vumaa (Medical Administrator for Diocese) or Leah Creighton. That is expected sometime around mid-September, after which a meeting on our next steps will be convened.

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Cooking up a storm in the Community Hall! The Community Breakfast program kicks off again in mid-September. We will again open our doors and welcome those less fortunate with a hearty breakfast and a warm smile early every alternate Saturday morning . It’s incredible that, since we started up the program in February 2008, we have served nearly 1500 breakfasts to our clients. In itself that is an extraordinary tribute to all of our volunteers who have dedicated so much of their time and energy. In particular we want to recognize and thank Vickie Grant, who cannot continue in a leadership role. Her Co-Leader, Ross Morrow, now welcomes Anne Larkin as his new partner. They, along with all the other volunteers, make up a fabulous team. In the meantime, we are looking for one or two “individuals or partners” to help with weekly shopping and would appreciate you contacting the office (416920-5211) and leaving a message if you can help out. We really need help here and would appreciate any volunteers who can step up!

When success sometimes fails! After just two seasons, our dynamic Community Kitchen Program, designed to teach clients of LOFT simple, healthy and inexpensive home meal preparation, has had to be discontinued. This weekly program, the “twin” of the Community Breakfast, proved to be, not only popular, but also really successful and effective in terms of its positive impact on LOFT people. But, as hard as our people under JR Thornton and Supervisors from LOFT tried, we just couldn’t get the numbers out for it to be remain effective. The good news is that at least a few LOFT people not only learned a lot, but enjoyed themselves and felt far better and more confidant as individuals. Our own volunteers felt greatly rewarded as a result.

PromiseLand and the “Inner City” Project Although there were neither the resources nor the right fit to pursue an ongoing association with the Yonge St. Mission, we were, with Promiseland, able to combine funds raised for “Inner-City” and send 3 kids to a oneweek, overnight summer camp, plus provide 8 other kids with back packs filled with summer goodies. A great Initiative which combined with the annual Promiseland 12 / HERALD

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Advent “Giving Tree” (gifts and funds raised for Yonge St. Mission), fits into a tradition of giving for the children and youth at CCDP.

Dear Christ Church Deer Park, I am a cabin leader at Moorelands, and I have seen first-hand the positive impact from the programs and community offered here. Moorelands is intentionally designed to support and promote good character in children, and encourages them to carry on these teachings for the rest of their lives. Without your help, none of this would be possible. Thank you!

It is why, with your support, we are able to continue to provide some financial contribution including STOP….LOFT…Meals on Wheels…and the annual Deer Park Food Drive. Most important is our ongoing contribution and commitment to the COTH Foodbank. Not only do we commit Outreach Funds, but also many willing volunteers every week. Individual contributions are always appreciated and, in the case of the Foodbank in these difficult times, cash (cheque) contributions are actually more appropriate. That is to say, for example, that if canned goods were available they would still be appreciated. The need is there just the same! In the meantime we want to thank all of the individuals who volunteer in these programs and, in particular those from CCDP who commit every week to the FoodBank.

signed, Chickadee

Advocacy and Social Justice On Wednesday, September 15, I will be attending a meeting of PWRDF Diocesan Representatives at Church House.

First Nations...reaching back! Led by John Van Nostrand, a dedicated CCDP team spent over a year working diligently to establish, then build, a meaningful relationship with Na-Me-Res, a First Nations Residence just south of St. Clair on Vaughan. Innumerable analyses were prepared and many meetings held, both here and at their facilities. It became clear that we would not be able to arrive where perhaps their needs indicated. As a result, we did not feel the response to our efforts encouraged further participation. Since then, and with some funds donated by the congregation, we are looking back to how we once worked with the Diocese on the Kashechewan First Nation located near James Bay. We supported their needs then, particularly the youth, in a progam that was controlled through the Diocese. There’s a whole history here with CCDP including, as a thank you to us, the little “Beaded Crucifers” we enjoy and which also appear on the reverse side of the Benedicite Kneeler cards. Deirdre Malone has generously offered to pursue a contact to revive the relationship and determine how we might best help once again, starting with the funds raised over the last 18 months or more.

We will be doing an overview of PWRDF and the new structure. There will be discussion of new resources, what works for parishes and what does not. Updates from individual parishes, including the refugee program, are on the agenda. I am looking forward to attending as it is always of great interest meeting the other representatives and finding out what their parishes are doing. I will report back after the event. Michael Watson, Chair

REACHING OUT TOGETHER…. WE CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE!

COTH Foodbank plus our other Outreach commitments - bonded in both tradition and need. We have a history of supporting so many worthy causes but, in such demanding economic times, it is impossible to meet so many ever-increasing deserving needs.

Farewell and Thank You to friends at CCDP. Although I have only been a member of your congregation for short time I have been made to feel very welcome, especially by Anne Larkin and Ross Morrow of the Food Bank, Jenny Rieger of the Learning Ministry and Anne Kear of the Book Club. I take happy memories of you all to my new church in Sidmouth, Devon - I hope there will be life there too.. Mary Tanter

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SEPTEMBER/OCTOBER2010

Faith & Film Festival Season 5

January 18, 2011 - 7pm

Voices to Remember (1991) dir. Vladimir Bondarenko, 60 min. A captivating one-hour film which tells the heartwarming, and at times humourous, stories of four adults who stutter.The producer and director, Vladimir Bondarenko, will be our special guest to introduce the film and lead the post-viewing discussion.

October 19 - 7pm

Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade (1989) dir. Steven Spielberg, 127 min. What do you get when you mix Steven Spielberg, Harrison Ford and the legendary Sean Connery with archaeology, Nazis and the quest for eternal youth? You get the Oscar winning Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade! In this action packed movie, the eminent archaeologist Indiana Jones is tasked with rescuing his father, a professor and Holy Grail enthusiast, from the Nazis. Marcus Brody, Indiana’s boss and a museum curator, offers an insight into the grail when he says, “The search for the Grail is the search for the divine in all of us.” Come and see this action packed movie and join the conversation – what do you think the Holy Grail is?

February 15 - 7pm

Precious (2009) dir. Lee Daniels, 109 min. An adaptation of the 1996 novel “Push” by Sapphire, this is the story of 16-year-old Claireece “Precious” Jones who lives in the ghetto of Harlem with her dysfunctional family. Through it all, she believes that there is another world where she is loved and appreciated. March 1 - 7pm The Pool (2007)

dir. Chris Smith, 98 min. A boy working in a hotel becomes obsessed with a swimming pool within an opulent estate in Panjim, Goa, in India. His world changes as he meets the family living in the estate. Slowly he gains their trust to edge closer to his fascination - but ends up with so much more. All films are shown in the Arthur Smith Room. Films are followed by discussion...movie style refreshments are served.

November 16 - 7 pm

Bonhoeffer: Agent of Grace (2000) dir. Eric Till, 90 min. A dramatic documentary about the young German pacifist and Lutheran theologian. Dietrich Bonhoeffer, one of the first clear voices of resistance to the Nazi regime. He was eventually imprisoned and was hanged two weeks before the end of World War II. The film will be followed by a short talk by the composer of its music, Eric Robertson, organist and music director at CCDP.

Free admission...all are welcome. (Donations to help defray costs are gratefully accepted)

The Faith & Film Festival is hosted by the Learning Ministry Chair: Jennifer Rieger Judy Rois Samantha Caravan Joan LeGall Barbara Pepperdene Vanessa Wells

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SEPTEMBER/OCTOBER 2010

This’n’That... Results of 2010 Jazz Vespers Survey 180 PEOPLE COMPLETED a Jazz Vespers Survey which was available for completion by hand or on-line via the Christ Church Deer Park web-site. People were asked to give a 1 to 5 value to 11 questions (5 being high) The results to the questions are as follows: I enjoy listening to live jazz at CCDP.....97%

Churches onthe-Hill Food Bank YOUR FOOD BANK doors have been open Monday evenings and Wednesday mornings - summer and winter- for the past 14 years. CCDP has been very generous in providing food items as well as financial donations in an effort to keep the shelves stocked.

This service is my principal spiritual experience.....59% Jazz Vespers should be held more frequently.....67%

With the approach of fall and winter months, let’s continue our efforts in supplying these much needed items:

Content of spiritual reading is meaningful.....91% Spiritual reading is an appropriate length.....93% Level of complexity of spiritual reading is just right.....91% I understand the Officiant’s reflection on the reading....88% The Officiant’s reflection on the reading is the right length.....89%

Peanut Butter Canned fruit and vegetables Rice/Lentils; dry pasta/tomato sauce Canned fish/meat; Canned stew/hearty soup Canned beans; powdered milk; macaroni and cheese Please place in the Food Bank box in the atrium.

The Officiant’s reflection is relevant.....89%

Cash donations may be forwarded to: COTH Food Bank c/o Timothy Eaton Memorial Church 230 St. Clair Ave. West, Toronto ON M4V 1R5

I enjoy the hymn at the end of Jazz Vespers.....78% The hymn is played at the right tempo.....77%

Are you a knitter looking for a project? OVER THE CENTURIES, shawls have come to symbolize comfort and peace. Christ Church Deer Park has formed a Prayer Shawl Ministry, which has become an international cause in the ecumenical community.

Marjorie Putt...still going strong at 104! IN AN ARTICLE titled “A century of living history”, Marjorie was asked, “Is there something specific you miss about (old) Toronto?”

Shawls are given as a symbol of the prayers of the community to those who are sick at home, hospital or in a seniors’ residence. Hand knitted shawls have been presented to our shut-ins over the past year and we have seen how much they have been appreciated. Shawls can be simple or elaborate. They can be a diagonal shape, a large rectangular scarf or simply a smaller lap rug. For all knitters, women and men (yes, men knit too!) who would like to contribute to this initiative, please contact Norma Ross (416-929-5494). She will be pleased to provide patterns.

Marjorie’s reply... “I came to Toronto in 1907 from London, England. I can’t pinpoint a certain thing, but Toronto isn’t good ol’ Toronto. Everything has changed. All the murders have made it worse, and the unrest that’s in Toronto now, we didn’t have it before.”

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Parish Forum Update