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Published on Leave a comment on Getting to Know Our Archbishop of Canterbury

Each Sunday we pray for "Justin, Archbishop of Canterbury" but just who is it we are praying for?

As far as his position goes, he is not an "Anglican Pope" but rather like the oldest brother in the family of Bishops. Check in with our Confirmation/Reception/Reaffirmation of Faith this fall to learn a little more about why this particular position is so important in the life of the Worldwide Anglican Church.

Steve Kitzul has forwarded this link to us
http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/religion/10176190/Archbishop-Justin-Welby-I-was-embarrassed.-It-was-like-getting-measles.html

It records a lovely conversation with Archbishop Canterbury about how he came to faith and how he now lives out his relationship with Christ. I found it delightful - and found myself wishing I could sit down with him and have a up of coffee.

CHeck it out - it will be 5 minutes well spent!
Rev. Marie

Published on Leave a comment on The Good Samaritan

Luke 10

Hello

If you were to try and figure out which of the parables was the best known,, I suspect you would find a toss up between this week's gospel and the Prodigal Son story. The term "Good Samaritan" is familiar to lots of folks who wouldn't know it came from the Bible originally.
The problem is that when we know something quite well - we find it hard to actually "hear" what the story is saying.
I like what theologian David Lose has to say. ...continue reading "The Good Samaritan"

Published on Leave a comment on It’s a Garden Party

Summer is finally here - and with it an invitation to enjoy the breezes by the lake at a Garden Party at our home. I hope you will come and join us. Everyone is welcome.

Here are the details:

When - Wednesday July 3, 2013 from 2 to 3:30 ( feel free to "come and go" as you have time)

Where - 9 Birch Street, North Bay

Directions- Take Lakeshore Drive south through town to Premier Road and turn right onto Premier. (There is a car wash at the corner) Immediately to your right there is a beach access. You can turn in there and enter the property from the back ( no stairs that way for those with mobility challenges). Our yard is the third on the left and has a white fence all around it. If you want to come in from the front, go to the first street on your right. That is Birch Street. Turn right and we are the third house on the right - big cedar bushes in front.

If it rains, we'll just be cozy inside!

I hope we'll see you there!
Rev. Marie

Published on Leave a comment on A Good “Listen”

CBC's Tapestry has a great piece on the history and enduring beauty of the King James Version of the Bible. If you've ever wondered why it is still considered a "gold standard" for many - or why it just sounds so lovely, you will find some interesting comments in this presentation. It is lively and informative - just click on this link

http://www.cbc.ca/player/Radio/ID/ID/2387835751/

and enjoy!

Rev. Marie

Published on Leave a comment on Camp Sunday

This Sunday is a special day - Camp Sunday!!!
There will be one service at 10 am followed by hotdogs and goodies outside. We hope to have a "campfire" as well and to tell some camp stories - so come prepared to share your most fun memories. We want to celebrate our Camp Temiskaming camp and to help some of our kids get to camp ( there will be a basket for donations!)

If you have ideas or want to help out with this, contact Joyce Edwards at the address in the "to" bar.

See you there! Come casual

Rev. Marie

Published on Leave a comment on Welcome Moreen

We are delighted to welcome Moreen Torpy as Rev. Marie's Administrative Assistant. Moreen is a professional organizer and author and has been a parishioner at Christ Church for several years. She has lots of experience in Administrative positions and is looking forward to this new challenge. She will be in the church office from 9:30 to 12 on Tuesday, Thursday and Friday mornings during our "busy season" and on a reduced schedule during the quieter winter months. We know that you will find her warm manner and dependable efficiency a real asset.

Welcome, Moreen!

Published on Leave a comment on Godly Play Introductory Workshop

June 1st, 2013

9:00 a.m. registration and coffee
9:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.workshop

Parish of the?Good Shepherd
2190 Hwy 592 Emsdale, Ontario

What is Godly Play?

Godly Play is a creative and imaginative approach to faith formation that has its roots in the work of Maria Montessori.? It was created by Jerome Berryman, an Anglican priest, about 30 years ago and has been used and developed over time by people around the world as a way of both teaching and being with children.? Godly Play uses symbols, beautifully crafted materials, rituals, and silence as well as stories to convey biblical traditions and practices of the Christian church.

Godly Play recognizes that children already know and experience God but may not have the language or opportunity to talk about and explore their experiences, thoughts, questions, and feelings.? Godly Play provides children an occasion not just to learn about God?s love, but to discover God?s love in the midst of a supportive community and environment.? It helps children learn Bible stories and religious language and to use them to make meaning.

What will happen at the workshop?

  • You will experience Godly Play stories and wondering questions.
  • You will learn about the values inherent in Godly Play.
  • You will discover how Godly Play is used with children.
  • You will have the opportunity to work with the story materials and practice storytelling.

 

Who is leading the workshop?

Amy Crawford is accredited as a teacher and trainer of Godly Play.? She has been using Godly Play in church settings for 15 years.? Amy lives in Toronto and works as the Program Minister for Children, Young Teens, and Youth at the General Council Office of The United Church of Canada.

How do I register?

Contact: Rev. Jeffery Hooper (705) 636-7038 or jeffery.hooper@utoronto.ca

Cost:? $10 (or as you are able). ? Lunch provided