What’s Happening Spring 2010
Join us this Lent & Easter at Christ Church Deer Park ~ Toronto
Christ Church Deer Park 1570 Yonge St, Toronto NW corner of Yonge and Heath 416-920-5211 www.thereslifehere.org
Welcome to Christ Church Deer Park Welcome! We think we have lots to offer you: a variety of worship experiences, opportunities for learning and socializing, an open and affirming community, a place for everyone: single, partnered, children, young people and seniors. Christ Church Deer Park is an energetic affirming faith community in North Toronto. Wherever you are on your faith journey, we invite you inside our doors! Based on our baptismal vows that “we respect the dignity of every human being,” here at Christ Church, we affirm diversity and embrace inclusiveness.
Who we are
The Rev Canon Dr Judy Rois Rector, extension 26 jrois@thereslifehere.org The Rev Gregory Carpenter Associate Priest, extension 31 gcarpenter@thereslifehere.org
Eric Robertson Organist and Director of Music, extension 25 erobertson@thereslifehere.org Samantha Caravan 2
Director Children’s Ministry, extension 27 scaravan@thereslifehere.org Jean King Parish Administrator, extension 22 jking@thereslifehere.org Denise Gomes Financial Secretary, extension 32 dgomes@thereslifehere.org
There ’s Worship Here Sunday Service Times 8am
Traditional Holy Communion in the language of the Book of Common Prayer
10am A uniquely diverse worship service for all to enjoy. Services of Holy Communion or Morning Prayer are supported by the choir and combine traditional and contemporary language.
Our Church school called
PromiseLand meets at this time in the Chapel of St Nicholas. 4:30p m
Jazz Vespers (twice per month) Great music with some of Canada’s finest jazz musicians. This service includes music, a reflective reading, prayers for our city and the world, and a jazzy congregational hymn.
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7am
This is a contemporary service of Holy Communion in our Chapel that last about ½ hour. Drop by on your way to work. A delicious continental breakfast is served from 7:45 – 8:30 am - on the house!
Holy Week and Easter Maundy Thursday 6pm
Also called Holy Thursday; this service commemorates Jesus' Last Supper and the institution of the Holy Eucharist. Approximately 1 hour in length, Maundy Thursday begins the three holy days before Easter. PromiseLand and a program for families will begin in the Chapel of St Nicholas.
Good Friday 9:15am
The Way of the Cross for Families ~ this is a contemporary interactive service for families which follows Jesus’ journey from trial to crucifixion. The service is approximately 45 minutes long. It is followed by breakfast in Elliott Hall.
Good Friday 11am
Solemn Liturgy with prayers and choirs
Good Friday 12 noon
Good Friday Walk, meets at Our Lady of Perpetual Help, at St. Clair & Mt. Pleasant (walk will make stops at neighbourhood churches)
Good Friday 4pm
God So Loved the World: Good Friday Concert with soloists, Christ Church Deer Park choir and guest artists.
Holy Saturday 7pm
Easter Vigil. Holy Communion with Confirmation. 4
Celebrant and Preacher The Rt Rev Patrick Yu, Area Bishop of York-Scarborough. The service is followed by a Resurrection Party with bubbly, hors d’oeuvres and the planting of the outdoor Easter Flowers. Easter Sunday
Services of Holy Communion at 8 and 10 am
There ’s Questions Here Learning Ministry Christ Church values questions and encourages inquiry and dialogue. We offer many opportunities for people to think critically and live faithfully. Think Critically Live Faithfully This Lent we offer three evenings for the inquisitive. On Wednesdays Feb 24, Mar 3 and 10 from 7:30 – 9pm. The challenge of living and thinking as a Christian in today's world...an inquiry into matters of faith, led by thoughtful theologians and thinkers of the st
21 century. Coming to us on DVD will be speakers such as John Shelby Spong, Marcus Borg, John Dominic Crossan and others. The evening begins with an introduction, a short video and then lively discussion. The coffee is hot and the dialogue is thought provoking. February 24
Restoring a Relationship with Christian Faith
March 3
Evil Suffering and a God of Love
March 10
Who was Jesus, Thinking Theologically 5
Faith in Film ~ Wednesday April 21 7 – 9pm Come and enjoy ~ Great Films ~ Great People ~ Great Conversation Popcorn and Pop are on the house! 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 – a successful father and rebellious daughter. Slowly he gains their trust to edge closer to his fascination – but ends up with so much more. This winning film from the Sundance Film Festival will leave you refreshed by the generosity and potential of the human spirit. Challenging Christianity Challenging Christianity is an adult forum for sharing genuine questions, doubts, perplexities and contrasting perspectives on contemporary issues and traditional teaching. You can drop in with any issues you like and find a receptive audience where easy pat answers just don't make the grade. In addition to the historical contexts of ideas, we consider how they connect with current issues. Challenging Christianity normally meets on the third Friday of each month from noon to 1:30 pm in the Arthur Smith Room. For further information please call Dr. Peter Slater through the Parish Office. Book Club Like to read? Then the book club meetings may be just what you are looking for. Join other reading enthusiasts in the Arthur Smith Room at 7:30pm for lively conversation.
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Tuesday,
February “Never Let Me Go” by Kazuo Ishiguro
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March “The Private Patient” by P D James
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“Nation” by Terry Pratchett
Wednesday, May 26
“The Flying Troutmans” by Miriam Toews
Lunch-time Lenten Series ~ Hosted by The Anglican Church Workers The Liturgy...explained... These 1/2 hour lunch-time presentations will explore the worship and liturgy of our church. Tuesdays, 12:30 – 1pm Arthur Smith Room. Everyone welcome Come and bring your lunch Coffee & Tea will be served. March 2
A Brief History of Liturgy
March 9, 16 & 23
Explanations of portions of the liturgy: creeds, confessions, eucharistic prayers and music.
Presenters: Canon Judy Rois, Rector; The Rev Greg Carpenter, Associate Priest; The Rev Dr Peter Slater, Honorary Assistant; and Eric Robertson, Organist & Director of Music.
There ’s Art Here Two Sundays in Lent: “Contemplative or Meditation” Exhibit 7
February 28 & March 7
- in the Arthur Smith Room and Two Sundays after Easter: “Joy or Elation” Exhibit April 18 and 25
There ’s Compassion Here Let’s Reach Out Together! Parishioners at Christ Church Deer Park have a long and proud heritage in reaching out to those in need through an active and caring Outreach ministry. As Anglicans and members of the wider Christian family, we continue to be committed to the goal of helping others in our own community and beyond. This is an exciting time for our parish to be actively engaged together. Having defined Outreach as a number one priority, we now welcome you to participate, and to make a difference. From our seniors to our very youngest members, there's an opportunity for everyone to be involved. Community Breakfast The Christ Church Deer Park community breakfast program is a branch of the Local Community Outreach Team. Working in cooperation with Calvin Presbyterian Church, we provide a delicious breakfast to those who could benefit from the extra nutrition. The program runs from 8 to 9:30am on the first and third Saturdays of the month. Guests enjoy a substantial meal of cereal, juice, sausages, scrambled eggs and hot toast, and take away with them a lunch bag containing fruit and granola bars. Serving our guests is a dedicated team of volunteers, who work from 7 to 10:30am setting up tables, bagging lunches, cooking sausages, eggs and toast, and clean up (including the dishes.) This 8
ministry opportunity is always looking for new life- new volunteers. Help us to be part of the future vision the Community Breakfast offers. If you are interested in making a difference in peoples lives, we warmly welcome you. For more information, please contact Ross Morrow at 416-972-0707. For other outreach opportunities including working with First Nations, Feeding Program in Malawi, and the Yonge Street Mission please contact the parish office. We would be happy to welcome your participation.
There ’s Music Here Christ Church Sings! Our 10 o’clock choir present music to please all tastes from the Renaissance right up to the present day! Interested adults are invited to join the 10am choir. For more information, or to drop in and participate in a choir practice contact Eric Robertson, Director of Music: 416-920-5211 ext 25 or email at erobertson@thereslifehere.org Jazz Vespers Sundays at 4:30 pm Spring dates are ~ Feb 14
Alex Dean Trio
Mar 14
Tribute to Horace Silver. David Restivo, piano; Steve McDade, trumpet; Perry White, saxophone; Scott Alexander, bass; Brian Barlow, drums.
Mar 28
Robi Botos Trio. Robi Botos, piano; Frank Botos, drums; Attilla Darvis, bass.
Apr 11
Tribute to Louis Armstrong. Chase Sanborn, trumpet; Mark Eisenman, piano; Steve Wallace, bass; Brian Barlow, drums. 9
Apr 25
Mark Eisenman Trio. Mark Eisenman, piano; Steve Wallace, bass; John Sumner, drums.
May 9
Nancy Walker Trio. Nancy Walker, piano; Kieran Overs, bass; Brian Barlow, drums.
May
To be announced
23 Jun 6
Gordon Sheard Trio
Thursday Lunch-time Chamber Music This series offers recitals every Thursday lunchtime beginning at 12:10pm with some of Toronto’s most talented musicians. Bring your bag lunch and enjoy the music. Blow the Trumpet! Are you an instrumentalist? Are you looking for an opportunity to share your musical talents with a dynamic community? Look no further – our Music Director, Eric Robertson, wants to hear from you! He can be reached at or 416-920-5211 x 25. Don’t be shy – there’s life here!
Music , music , music and more music ! The Larkin Singers present A Lenten Prayer: Music for Contemplation Saturday February 27 at4 pm Admission is pay what you can. Contact the Larkin Singers for more information - www.larkinsingers.org Toronto Classical Singers: The Crucifixion by Sir John Stainer
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Sunday, February 28 at 4pm Adam Bishop, tenor, Peter McGillivray, baritone, Linda Roedl, piano, Ian Grundy, organ, Jurgen Petrenko, Conductor. - contact the choir directly at 416 443-1490 or www.torontoclassicalsingers.org The Bell’Arte Singers present Et Lux Perpetua Saturday, March 6 at 8pm featuring the Requiem of Herbert Howells. Contact the Bell’Arte Singers at www.bellartesingers.ca CAMMAC Toronto: March 21 from 2-4:30pm: Conductor Mark Vuorinen directs Bruckner: Te Deum & Psalm 150. For more information please contact CAMMAC at www.cammac.ca/english/Regions/Toronto/Readings.shtml Toronto Chamber Choir presents Buxtehude’s Passion Oratorio Friday April 2 at 8pm with guest soloists Dawn Bailey, soprano, Vicki St. Pierre, mezzosoprano, and Paul Oros, baritone. For more information please contact the Toronto Chamber Choir by phone 416-763-1695 or visit the choir online: www.torontochamberchoir.ca
There ’s Kids Here PromiseLand ~ Kids Faith Club meets every Sunday morning at 10am. Through worship, song, art, scripture inquiry and just plain fun, kids explore ways to live out their emerging faith. We want everyone to be engaged and comfortable so we have professional child care for kids infant to three years in The Nest . 11
PromiseLand is lots of fun, and it’s also serious business. We take to heart the honour and privilege of nurturing children in the faith every Sunday. We take seriously our commitment to families and we desire to provide not only the best Sunday morning experience for all but along with tools to encourage everyone in their weekly journey. Classes are age appropriate so that as children mature, so will their faith experience and opportunities. We strive to lead by example in worship, teaching and learning, prayer, love, peace and justice. We want every child who spends time with us to know that they are divinely created and intimately loved by God. We also celebrate – every chance we get! We learn through having a great time – so we bring our pets to church for the Blessing of Animals and we learn that God cares for animals and values the relationship between animals and people. We celebrate the Feast of Bishop Nicholas, and through the story of Bishop Nicholas we learn that God calls us to care for one another. (all dates are Sundays unless otherwise indicated)
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1 Sunday in Lent
Annual Vestry meeting – children’s program & lunch provided
Feb 28
Kids in church!!
Fig trees and vineyards ?
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The Prodigal son – coming home.
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What really matters – looking for the
Mar 7
3 Sunday in Lent
Mar 14
4 Sunday in Lent
Mar 21
Pancake Sunday!!
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5 Sunday in Lent
future Mar 28
Palm Sunday
Following Jesus into Jerusalem
Apr 1 Thursday
Maundy Thursday 6pm 12
Apr 2 Friday
Good Friday 9:15am
Way of the Cross for families, followed by breakfast
Apr 3 Saturday
Easter Vigil 7pm
Confirmation with Bishop Yu
Apr 4
Easter Day
Alleluia Party
There ’s Community Here Community is one of the hallmarks of who we are and there are many and varied opportunities for you to consider. Anglican Church Workers This is a varied group of women who work diligently behind the scenes preparing for community events like the annual rummage sale, book sale and Christmas fair. Everyone is welcome to come out Tuesday mornings after 10am to join in activities or just chat. There is a brown bag lunch at noon and, occasionally, a speaker. Dates to keep in mind: April 17
Spring Rummage Sale
May 18
Spring Luncheon – featuring ‘The Triolets’
Chancel Guild The Chancel Guild is a group of people who meet to care for the sacramental vessels and linens. Members take turns on a rotation basis with a team. Their work is silent but important as they ready the church for all worship service in the church. If you enjoying working in a quiet environment behind the scenes, please contact the parish office for more information.
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Dates for your Calendar! February 2010 th
Wednesday ~ 17
Ash Wednesday ~ services of Holy Communion with the Imposition of Ashes at 7am & 7 pm.
Thursday ~ 18
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Lunchtime Chamber Music 12:10 pm ~ Carmen Flores, Viola Megumi Okamoto, Piano
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Sunday ~ 21
Lent 1 ~ Services of Holy Communion at 8 & 10am Annual Vestry Meeting ~ 12 noon with light lunch th
Wednesday ~ 24
Service of Holy Communion ~ 7 am followed by breakfast Thinking Critically – Living Faithfully ~ 7:30 to 9 pm
Thursday ~ 25
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Lunchtime Chamber Music 12:10 pm ~ Earl Brubacher, Flute Eric Robertson, Piano & Organ
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Sunday ~ 28
Lent 2 ~ Services of Holy Communion at 8 & 10am There’s Pancakes Here! After the 10am service.
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Wednesday ~ 3
Service of Holy Communion ~ 7 am followed by breakfast Thinking Critically – Living Faithfully ~ 7:30 to 9 pm
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Sunday ~ 7
Lent 3 ~ Services of Holy Communion at 8 & 10am th
Wednesday ~ 10
Service of Holy Communion ~ 7 am followed by breakfast Thinking Critically – Living Faithfully ~ 7:30 to 9 pm
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Sunday ~ 14
Lent 4 ~ Service of Holy Communion at 8 & Choral Mattins at 10am Jazz Vespers – 4:30 pm ~ Tribute to Horace Silver: David Restivo (piano), Steve McDade (trumpet), Perry White (sax), Scott Alexander (bass), Brian Barlow (drums) th
Wednesday ~ 17 st
Sunday ~ 21
Service of Holy Communion ~ 7 am followed by breakfast Lent 5 ~ Services of Holy Communion at 8 & 10am World Water Day
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Wednesday ~ 24 th
Sunday ~ 28
Service of Holy Communion ~ 7 am followed by breakfast Palm Sunday ~ Services of Holy Communion at 8 & 10am Jazz Vespers ~ 4:30 pm ~ Robi Botos Trio: Robi Botos(piano), Frank Botos (drums), Attilla Darvis (bass)
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Wednesday ~ 31
Service of Holy Communion ~ 7 am followed by breakfast
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Thursday ~ 1 Friday ~ 2
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Maundy Thursday ~ Good Friday ~ 9:15am Way of the Cross for Families followed by breakfast
Saturday ~ 3 th
Sunday ~ 4
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Easter Vigil ~ 7 pm Confirmation with Bishop Yu Easter Sunday ~ Services of Holy Communion at 8 & 10 am
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Special Event Dates Saturday, April 17
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Sunday, April 25
Spring Rummage Sale 9am – 2:30pm The Rev Greg Carpenter’s last Sunday at Christ Church Deer Park. Greg has been appointed the Incumbent at St Jude’s beginning st
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Sunday, May 2
Ordination to the diaconate of Samantha Caravan and Greg Fiennes-Clinton. St James’ Cathedral 4:30 pm
Saturday, May 15
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Annual Book Sale beginning at 10am
For more details please visit our website at 16
www.thereslifehere.org
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