June - August 2014
Tidings Summer FĂŞte Saturday 7th June
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William writes‌
Dear friends
As we look forward to the summer months I want to encourage you with some of the developments taking place in our parish, in our deanery and in the diocese. Firstly, our parish development plan continues to make important progress. As a vestry we have worked hard to produce a clear mission and values document by which we can pursue our life and witness more intentionally. We have also identified three goals for this next year: the establishment of a regular mid-week fellowship group, a parish engagement with a local social action project, and the formation of a pastoral visiting team.
Secondly, as we move forward there is a growing desire to work together more closely with our neighbouring parishes of St Paul’s Glenageary, Holy Trinity Killiney and Christchurch Dun Laoghaire. Many of us experienced the fruits of these closer relationships during Holy Week. We will be looking to work on more joint initiatives in the future.
Thirdly, our Diocese is increasingly following something very similar to our parish development plan. There is a growing desire at a diocesan level to not only work more closely together but also to work more strategically for the life and witness of the Gospel.
For all these things I am both excited and encouraged. But I am also acutely aware that the quality and worth of our parish life will, in the end, be determined by the strength of our commitment to Christ. Our worship is the engine room of our parish life and it is an enormous encouragement when we meet regularly together Sunday by Sunday.You are missed when you are not there and you will be very warmly welcomed when you come! Finally, the Archbishop has very kindly given me permission to take an extended break this summer for retreat and study during the months of August and September. My specific project, alongside celebrating 25 years of marriage to Tanya and training for the Dublin Marathon, is to make serious headway in writing a book on theological interpretation. I am extremely grateful to Niall Stratford who will oversee the parish in my absence.
I hope very much that you will all have times of rest and refreshment over the summer.
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With every blessing William
A Word from the Curate…
Living in a democracy as we all do, we tend to take the word ‘election’ as an automatic right, perhaps without considering its full meaning or application. In addition to its more popular meaning, an interesting variation is that it refers to ‘the privilege of making a choice’. So not only does it convey the right or power in this regard but there is also the somewhat more onerous attribute of privilege attached to it.
The adjective ‘elect’ is defined as meaning ‘carefully chosen’.We should consider this definition carefully as we ponder over the results of the recent Council and European Elections!
The other word which is topical at this time of year is ‘examination’ which I am confident, all of us have reason to understand. Interestingly this word connects the world of testing an individual’s proficiency of a subject or skill with that of a detailed inspection or study of innumerable objects, issues or persons.
As a Christian community it is appropriate that we offer our prayers and support to all who face examinations at this time, both in our own parish family and beyond. Exams are challenging times for students together with their friends and families. It is so important that all students , but especially teenagers and young adults to know that there is a listening ear, a kind word and a loving welcome awaiting them.
Jesus ‘elected’ his disciples and continues to do so. Furthermore he examines each one of us, but not in any demeaning manner. Perhaps we are tested in order that we may know ourselves and our true worth! I have often quoted the words of the familiar hymn; What a Friend we have in Jesus -
O what peace we often forfeit O what needless pain we bear all because we do not carry everything to God in prayer.
- The privilege of making a choice!
May God richly bless all students at this time, in their deliberations and endeavours. May they be guided in their decision making and be filled with the knowledge of your presence with them. Amen
Niall
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Cecily Says Iona and St. Columba
In June 2013, on St. Columba’s day, four of the five surviving members of the crew that had rowed a currach to Iona in 1963, met in Londonderry to reminisce and celebrate the 50th anniversary of their pilgrimage.
In 1962 the Rev. John Barry, rector of Hillsborough, had promoted the idea of celebrating the 1400th anniversary of St. Columba’s journey to Iona. Richard McCullagh from Connacht designed and built a currach and Wallace Clarke from Donegal was appointed skipper and navigator. John Barry and the ten other crew members represented the four provinces.
The currach was 30 feet long and made in the traditional way with a tarred canvas stretched over a wooden frame – the same design as was used in the time of Columba. It had a claret coloured sail decorated with a golden cross and a white dove. After various tests for seaworthiness, minor modifications, organising of supplies and training by the crew members, they were ready to set out on the 138 mile crossing to Iona.
Each day started with prayer, Bible reflection and the celebration of Holy Communion. The crew shared the rowing, working in shifts. In the evening they landed and spent the night sleeping snugly under the upturned currach. Cooking duties were shared – some were better cooks!
On Wednesday 12th June 1963 they landed at Martyrs’ Bay and the thirteen intrepid pilgrims led a procession to the Abbey, followed by 1,000 pilgrims from Ireland who had made the journey in greater comfort aboard the Devonia specially chartered for the occasion! It was a journey of a lifetime for the crew – a never to be forgotten experience.
St. Columba was born into a royal family and reared in Co. Donegal. He received the best possible education. He was ordained and established monasteries at Derry, Durrow and Kells. He was typical of the early Celtic church – a man of great faith and physical vigour, having a great love of the scriptures, especially the gospels and the psalms, a great concern for scholarship and learning and with a great love of nature.
According to tradition, he was responsible for war between his clan and that of Diarmuid, the High King. He had made a copy of the book of psalms and he refused to surrender the copy to the owner of the original. Many were killed in the struggle and he left Ireland vowing to win as many converts as were lost in the battle. He set off for Scotland and settled on Iona where he established a monastery from which the monks ventured out to convert the Picts of N.Scotland, the Scots of Argyll and the people in N.England.
He died, aged 76, after a life of great service to the Christian church. His life reminds us that God can use all our circumstances, good and bad, to work his purpose out in our lives. Like Columba, we are each challenged to progress on our faith journey with faithfulness, courage, energy and love for God and others. We remember St. Columba and celebrate his life on 9th June.
I have always had a particular interest in St. Columba as my brother was one of the crew that made the crossing in 1963.
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Cecily West
Parish and Diocese News St Matthias Summer Fête – June 7th
St Matthias will hold its annual Summer Fête on Saturday June 7th between 10am and 2pm. We always need volunteers and goods.You will have received a leaflet in the last few weeks with contact details for each stall. The stalls include Books, Cakes, Children’s Clothes and games, Deli, Face Painting, Garden, Gifts, Good as new, Nail Boutique, Raffle, Scouts BBQ, Tea Room, Tombola, Toys, White Elephant, Wine Tasting and more. There simply is something for everyone.
You will also have received raffle tickets for the raffle which takes place at the fete. We would like to thank Hills Garages for funding the printing of the tickets.
We have had wonderful prizes donated so far this year.
1st Prize - “Ballet Girls” Painting donated by Noel & Hazel Fairbrother
2nd Prize - A Dublin Cruise for 10 People donated by Jeff Brownlee
3rd Prize - 2 tickets to Garth Brooks donated by Cecilia Kiernan & Alistair Doyle
Please return your ticket stubs and money to Philip Salter, 9 Seafield Road, Killiney, Co Dublin. Tel: 2824072 or email philipsalter@eircom.net
New look Website for Dublin and Glendalough Mother's Union
Mothers’ Union in Dublin and Glendalough has launched its new look website.The brightly redesigned site was officially launched at Spring Council which took place in The Mageough, Rathmines, on May 1st.The address is www.dublin.mothersunion.ie and the site is full of information for people who are new to Mothers’ Union and members alike.
St Matthias Website wins prize!
We are delighted to report that our parish website came second in the Church of Ireland communications competition.
This is an annual competition and the winners are announced on the final morning of the General Synod. William accompanied Maria as she received her prize from the Archbishop of Armagh, the Most Rev Dr Richard Clark. William said: 'Maria has done an amazing job on our parish communications - especially in developing our website. I am sure the whole parish will want to join me in thanking her. Next year top prize - no pressure Maria!' 5
Parish and Diocese News William meets President Michael D Higgins
This photograph was taken at a reception for the Anglican-Jewish Commission at Aras an Uachtarain. The President hosted a drinks reception for approximately 100 Jewish and Anglican guests. Most of the guests were from Ireland but some were from Israel-Palestine and the UK.
new initiative has great potential for the coming together of Christians from all backgrounds around the Word of God which we all share.
The Ecumenical Bible Week is a direct fruit of the International Eucharistic Congress of 2012. If it proves a success, it may well become an annual happening. The churches and movements so far involved are: Scripture Union, the Evangelical Alliance, the Orthodox Church, the Church of Ireland, the Catholic Church, the Methodist Church and the Presbyterian Church. The website is www.bibleweek.ie
Ladies as Memebers of Vestries
Together in One Place: Ecumenical Bible Week
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The Ecumenical Bible Week takes takes place in the week June 8-15, starting on Pentecost Sunday. This new initiative, involving all the main churches, is a different kind of celebration. It is not a congress or an assembly but a series of events which will move around Dublin and the wider area. With a highly ecumenical engagement, this
Canon J.A.F. Gregg, D.D., presented a petition which, he said, was signed by 1125 women members of the Church of Ireland. The prayer of the petition was that the Gerneral Synod might be pleased so to amend chapter 3. Of the constitution as to enable such women as may possess the necessary qualifications to become members of the general and select vestries, and to fill the offices of church warden and parochial nominator. The Petition was received.
St Matthias’ Clubs 55 Club update
The 55 Club visited the Kilmacurragh Botanic Gardens and Avoca Mills in Co Wicklow on 2nd May. Fourteen members went in a convoy of 4 cars. Thank you to all the drivers Bill, Richard, Chris and Geoff. We were blessed with dry weather, albeit a bit on the chilly side, to do our outdoor activity. It was a very enjoyable outing. We had a wonderfully informative, witty and funny tour guide that walked us through the Kilmacurragh Arboretum. We have travelled four continents of temperate climates at the tour, seeing rich and historic collection of trees gathered from these continents where planting for the estate started in the 1700s. It was a great time to visit the Arboretum with the showy, colourful rhododendrons at their peak form. Then the group went to Avoca Mills for a nice, leisurely lunch at the restaurant. It was interesting to see the site and mills of the famous Avoca brand where it all started for them. It was a very enjoyable day altogether.
Whist Drives
To avoid clashing with other events, we have moved our Whist dates to the second Thursday of the month.
After the summer break, our next Whist Drive is on Thursday 11th September at 7.45pm.
We thank all those who donate prizes and provide lovely food for the tea breaks. We also thank Susie (who doesn’t play Whist) but comes specially to prepare the teas.
Bill. Tel 01 2824247
Book Club
At our last meeting in Stephanie’s house we discussed “The Death of Ivan Ilyich” by Leo Tolstoy. This was a short but compelling read. We all agreed that we could recommend it to a friend.
Our next book is “The Girl who Fell from the Sky” by Simon Mawer. It was published in 2012 and is about the brave women of the SOE (Special Operations Executive) who were sent behind the German lines in the during the Second World War We meet again on Friday 23rd May at 7 Shanganagh Terrace.
Our group will suggest two or three books for summer holiday reading. New members are welcome. Tel 086 2540146
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Charity Section Protestant Aid CARE AND COMPASSION IN ACTION SINCE 1836
It’s not a very high profile building but number 74 Upper Leeson Street in Dublin 4 contains the busy offices of Protestant Aid – an organisation whose tagline is more about action than rhetoric. Notwithstanding the name, Protestant Aid distributes funds regardless of ethnicity or religion because to them it really is about ‘care’ and ‘compassion’ and ultimately ‘need’.
In 1836 when the newspapers of the day were reporting on the ‘alarming condition of the poor’ several business and professional men took the steps that were to lead to the founding of what is now Protestant Aid. That first year cash paid out to 457 deserving families amounted to £140.17.8 ½ (just over 6 shillings or about 40 cent each!) which, while of huge help and significance at the time pales beside todays grant figures of around €800,000 annually. These grants are dispersed variously as Education Grants, General Grants, Fuel Grants and Annuities. The 100% Model.
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In an era where charities are under particular scrutiny Protestant Aid are happy to be transparent about their Fund Raising and Charitable Expenditure models. And why not when astoundingly, they distribute 100% of all donations received without any deductions for administration. “We like to run a tight ship” explained CEO Robin George “Our donors are incredibly loyal, trusting us to make the best use of their generous giving and that’s a responsibility we take very seriously”.
Huge needs still exist.
As we see our economy slowly improving it might be easy to think poverty and need were dissipating. Unfortunately the daily grant applications received by Protestant Aid reveal another narrative. Stories of hardship, despair and need still abound due to unemployment, illness or family breakups. “If anything has changed in recent times” says Geoff Scargill (Charitable Services Officer) “it’s that poverty is hitting families never before touched in this way”. Referrals from Clergy and Social Workers alike reveal a subculture of distress that Protestant Aid endeavours to address with sensitivity and compassion.
Grateful.
Protestant Aid is very grateful for the annual grant received from the Department of Environment, Community and Local Government that is so vital to their work. An extra €130,000 received in 2013 from the Department of Social Protection also made a huge difference to so many people as this wonderful and unexpected surprise was fully discharged to over 450 families throughout the country in the form of Heating and Fuel Grants as well as General Emergency Grants. The work goes on.
Should you wish to give to the work of Protestant Aid donations can be sent to them at 74 Upper Leeson Street, Dublin 4. They are very grateful for whatever amount is given and you can be sure that nothing is wasted with 100% being redistributed to those in need.
“Whoever has a bountiful eye will be blessed, for he shares his bread with the poor.” Proverbs 22:9
Charity Section THANK YOU
Thank you to the parish of St Matthias’and all who have supported me in so many different ways with regard to my fund raising for my trip to Romania with ‘Habitat for Humanity’ in June 2014. I will be travelling with 15 other transition year students. Our project is to construct an additional building at an orphanage.
I look forward to sharing my experiences with the parish upon my return.
Many thanks once again.
Robin Stratford
A Plea to the church to make a difference in our community
My mind has been exercised lately on how our church can be more relevant to its parishioners, not just on Sundays, but every week day, especially now when so many are suffering as a result of the present economic downturn. People accustomed to secure financial backgrounds now find themselves in ‘unknown’ territory with the result that they are so stressed and distressed they don’t know who to turn to for advice.
I found myself homeless some time ago and when I made an application for accommodation, a nameless county council official informed me that I would have to wait for up to two years before I was given a place and, in the meantime, she suggested that I use my savings to rent an apartment or stay in a hostel for the homeless. For me this was a scary prospect. She suggested that I read Eckhart Tolle to relieve my stress!
I am a confident man from a once privileged background, but that confidence was shattered when sitting at a counter which acted as a barrier between me and the County Council official, my character changed totally: I felt I had lost my self-confidence, I felt intimidated as I struggled to explain how I arrived at my current economic situation. And I am not alone in this as a number of people told me that they had felt the very same thing.
I was lucky in that I spoke to my rector, William Olhausen, who contacted various agencies and I acquired my present accommodation as a result. So I ask myself if our church would be more relevant by reaching out to people in economic distress and establish a network to help and guide them seeing that our parishioners have a wide variety of expertise?
I have learnt one lesson as a result of my experiences and that is that no one need be ashamed about finding themselves in financial difficulties through no fault of their own.
Bill Blackall
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Articles of Interest
The Taking of Christ
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The Taking of Christ was painted by Michelangelo Merisa da Caravaggio (15711610) for the Roman Marquis Ciriaco Mattei at the end of 1602, when Caravaggio was at the height of his fame. Caravaggio swiftly became the most famous painter of his time in Italy, as well as a source of inspiration for hundreds of followers throughout Europe. He was said to be a brilliant but difficult man, he suffered from aggressive mood swings and it is written that he would lock himself away for weeks to paint only to immerge some time later looking for someone to fight. Contemporary reports depict a man whose behaviour was becoming increasingly bizarre, sleeping fully armed and in his clothes, ripping up a painting at a slight word of criticism, mocking the local
painters.He was accused of murder in 1606 and a warrant issued for his arrest by the Pope, he fled from Roman jurisdiction to Naples and later to Malta where he painted his most famous works including the "Beheading of Saint John the Baptist" (the only painting to which he put his signature.) Unfortunately his unpredictable and aggressive behaviour continued in Malta and he was arrested and imprisoned many times. He died during a journey back to Rome, where he was travelling to receive a pardon from the Pope, his death is surrounded by speculation. This painting was known only by copies until the original was discovered in a Jesuit rectory in Ireland and is now on display in The National Gallery. The painting is a depiction of the Gospels of Matthew 26:47-56 and Mark 14:43-45 which occur in the Garden of Gethsemane
after the Last Supper, and leads directly to the arrest of Jesus. Matthew's Gospel is perhaps the one most widely used: 47 While he was still speaking, Judas, one of the Twelve, arrived. With him was a large crowd armed with swords and clubs, sent from the chief priests and the elders of the people. 48 Now the betrayer had arranged a signal with them: “The one I kiss is the man; arrest him.” 49 Going at once to Jesus, Judas said, “Greetings, Rabbi!” and kissed him. 50 Christ replied, “Do what you came for, friend." In this picture, the main figures of Jesus and Judas are pushed to the left, so that the right-hand half of the picture is left to the soldiers, whose suits of armor absorb what little light there is, and whose faces are for the most part hidden. At the right of the
picture, an un-helmeted head emerges from the surrounding darkness, this is often regarded as the artist's self-portrait. We see Judas vigorously embracing his master, whilst a heavily armoured hand of a soldier reaches towards Christ's throat. Christ, however, crosses his hands, which he holds out well in front of him. St John is seen looking slightly upward his arms held above his head some say towards the Heavens, others in fear as he flees, his red cloak is torn from his shoulder and it almost binds the faces of Christ and Judas together, a deliberate touch on the artist's part. The un-helmeted soldier who holds the lantern has a look of interest on his face and his mouth has dropped in awe perhaps, we might draw similarities with modern day celebrities and the irresistible urge to catch a glimpse!
St Matthias’ Clubs
Congratulations to the St Matthias Bowls Team
Congratulations to St Matthias Bowling team who were presented at Sunday Service on 6th April with the Kerr Trophy. Because of our small membership we were only able to enter one competition, The Kerr Trophy Mixed (Ladies and Men) Fours Competition. We played Two Clubs, Christ Church Rathgar and Malahide. These matches consisted of Home and Away. We came through to the semi-final meeting in Crumlin. It was a touch and go match and we won by three points. We then went on to play Greystones in the final which was played in Whitechurch, a very tight final. Viewers came from various Church of Ireland Clubs. But we came through and came home with the Trophy. Our membership at present consists of ten members. We need new members of all ages so why not come along any Wednesday night come September and try your hand. Contact Tony 0872493155
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Articles of Interest
Put a Spring Into Your Step!
The first warm days of the year are typically when spring cleaning occurs. Cleaning a house from top to bottom and airing it out. It is also the perfect time to give yourself a spring clean. Clear out all the toxins from winter and Christmas. Air oneself out after being cooped up in the house and weighed down with numerous layers of clothing.
A detox or cleanse are the usual names given to a spring clean of the self. However these names can scare people off. A detox triggers dreaded notions of week-long juice fasts, eating nothing but cabbage soup or downing green herbal concoctions.
A gentle cleanse does not mean eating food you would never otherwise touch or struggling through the day in a state of starvation. It is about making simple alternative choices with some of the foods you already eat. Do you want to spend the brighter days with increased energy and motivation, walking on Killiney Beach or climbing Dalkey hill? Here are my top tips to kick start the spring with a bounce:
Drink 8 glasses of water each day:
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Toxins are found in our diet (processed food, burnt food, artificial colourings, flavourings) and our environment (cigarette smoke, pollution, medication). Also our body creates toxins internally. Just as a car produces exhaust fumes from turning the ignition or pressing on the accelerator, our body produces toxic by-products from
Tel: 087 773 1373 nutrition@ciarabeauge.com www.ciarabeauge.com everyday functions such as breathing and exercising. By ensuring you drink sufficient water you help to dilute these toxins making them easier for the liver, kidneys and digestive system to eliminate them. Squeeze fresh lemon into a glass of warm water to get the day off to a good start. Carry a bottle of water in your handbag or keep one on your desk at work to sip on through the day. Herbal and caffeine free teas count towards water intake.
Switch white foods for brown:
White refined foods such as white bread, white pasta and white rice have had much of their fibre removed. Fibre is very important in keeping bowels regular and thus continuous removal of toxins. Bowel movements should be a daily occurrence. If not, toxins can get reabsorbed into the body leading to poor energy levels, skin disorders such as acne or eczema, high cholesterol and more. A sluggish gut can be very uncomfortable. Choose wholemeal flour breads, brown rice and wholegrain pasta to keep you and your bowels moving! Green vegetables:
Support your detoxifying capabilities by supplying your liver with compounds called glucosinolates, found in cabbage, kale, Brussels sprouts and broccoli. Maybe cabbage soup is on the menu afterall! Don’t worry, there are plenty of ways to include these foods in the diet. Juicing is a great way
Articles of Interest to get a concentrated hit, however soups and stews are also a warming option on the chillier spring days. All these greens, as well as spinach and herbs such as parsley and basil, contain an abundance of anti-oxidants. Anti-oxidants support the liver, ensuring toxins are broken down and efficiently eliminated.
Onions and Garlic:
Onions and garlic contain sulphurous amino acids which also support the detoxifying functions of the liver. Garlic has extraordinary anti-bacterial, anti-viral and anti-fungal qualities. Maximise the benefits of garlic by enjoying it as raw as possible. Add it to your cooking at the end rather than the beginning. Whizz up your own humous, pesto or dip and add in some raw garlic.
Naturally, it is advisable to avoid certain foods if adhering to a gentle cleanse. Reduce caffeine, alcohol, cigarette smoke, processed foods, sugar and fizzy drinks. With a typical house spring clean, things get worse before they get better and this can also be the case with a self-cleanse. It can be tough the first couple of days when you may experience withdrawal symptoms as toxins get cleared out. However stick with it, and in another day or two you will be springing into action! If you have any articles that would would like to write for Tidings please contact the Tidings Editor by email on Stmatthiastidings@gmail.com.
Services for June to August 2014 Sunday 1st June
Sunday 29th June
9am HC (Niall Stratford) All Age (William Olhausen)
9am HC (William) Healing Service (William)
Sunday 8th June (Pentecost)
July and August
9am (Billy) Ecumenical Pentecost Service (with Holy Trinity in the old church on Marino Avenue West)
During July and August there will be a 10.30am service of Holy Communion every Sunday.The 9am service of Holy Communion will resume again in September.
Sunday 15th June (Trinity Sunday)
9am HC (Cecily) 10.30am MW (William)
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Parish Contacts Parish Rector:
Rev Dr William Olhausen
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Parish Curate:
Rev Niall Stratford
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