HERALDCHRIST CHURCH DEER PARK, TORONTO, CANADA VOLUME 36, NUMBER 1

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Dear Friends,

WE HAVE NOW ENTERED A NEW SEASON in the church year called, Epiphany.Epiphany comes from the Greek word, epiphaneia meaning “appearance” or “manifestation”. The Feast of the Epiphany takes place on January 6thand the season continues until Ash Wednesday, the beginning of Lent onFebruary 17th.

In many European countries where Christmas tree decorations are replaced withsmall straw stars and lit stars are placed in the front window of individual homes,Epiphany is called The Season of Light. In the Eastern Church, Epiphany is some-times called The Season of Wonder. Whatever we call it, for the next 6 weeks, theSunday Scripture readings for Epiphany will reveal who the Christ Child is.

The symbols of Epiphany are the magi and the star of Bethlehem. The ancient 1stcentury manuscript called, The Gospel of Matthew explains that the magi left theirhome on a search. They were non-Jews inside a Jewish story. Matthew’s description of the Christ Child shatters religious tradition by bringing strangers into the spotlight.He says that throughout his whole life, this Christ Child will shatter all the oldboundaries of religion and race, social class, status and gender. And this Christ willcall everyone son, daughter, sister, brother and friend.

With no road map to a clear destination, the magi trusted in the light of a star givenby God who gave birth to a sacred love story which would make room for everyone.

The story of Epiphany fulfills the ancient prophesy of Isaiah who once said:

“Don’t look back – don’t look backDo not consider the things of old forI am about to do a new thing.So – arise and shine, for those who wait for the Lordshall renew their strength.They shall run and not be weary.They shall walk and not faint.”

As we step over the threshold into this new year, is it possible that the same may betrue for us – that God may be doing a new thing in our midst, and whatever thatmight be for us – we too shall arise and shine. We shall run and not be weary. Weshall walk together and we will not faint this Epiphany or ever.

Yours faithfully,

Judy Rois, Rector

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Judy’sJournal

HERALD is published six times a year(Sept, Oct/Nov, Dec/Jan, Feb/Mar,Apr/May, June/July) by

Christ Church Deer Park1570 Yonge StreetToronto ON M4T 1Z8Tel: 416.920.5211Fax: 416.920.8400www.thereslifehere.org

We welcome your submissions. E-mail: jking@thereslifehere.orgor the editor (e-mail below).PARISH CLERGY

RectorThe Rev. Canon Dr. Judy RoisAssociate PriestThe Rev. Greg CarpenterHonorary AssistantsThe Rev. Dr. Peter SlaterThe Rev Canon Dr. David NeelandsThe Rev. Dr. Karen Hamilton,

Ecumenical PartnerThe Rev. Michael Marshall,

Hospital for Sick ChildrenDirector of Children’s EducationSamantha CaravanWARDENS

Rector’s Warden (Human Resources)Michael ButlerPeople’s Warden (Finance)Innes van NostrandDeputy Warden (Property)Genevieve ChornenkiEDITORIAL COMMITTEE

EditorJoyce Hamilton (joyceian@sympatico.ca)MembersHenry Zaluski, MJ Rosenthal,Brian BuckinghamPhotos: Deirdre Malone, Henry Zaluski,Peter CurzonWebmasterBrian DenchPARISH STAFF

Organist &Director of MusicEric RobertsonParish Administrator & Rector’s AssistantJean KingParish & Financial SecretaryDenise GomesSextonDenis Delisle

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Associate’sAngle

LAST MONTH I JOINED THE THRONGS of people who went tosee the movie Avatar. While I had heard some mixed reviews(one critic saying it was simply an updated version of the1990 film, Dances With Wolves, starring Kevin Costner), I had a gut feeling I would enjoy it.

The critic in me could see a number of things that didn’t sit well – an awkward use of aboriginal-type characters andsome weird script writing. But there was an embedded spirituality that at times was awe inspiring and there was afantastic use of action and drama in a fantasy setting. Evenone of those elements would have been enough for me.

But what really drew me in the most was the core of the positive and negative reported hype I had heard; that it was,at times, a mediocre story supported by cutting edge andbold new technology. It was said that the producers neededto make at least $285 million dollars just to break even. Iguess they don’t have to worry about that anymore, now thatit has broken the 1 billion dollar barrier.

The venture into something new and untried was a hugegamble. Some of the technology was out there but was stillnot advanced enough to capture the vision of director JamesCameron or do it justice. Waiting and developing becamepart of the plan. In the end, this film has opened up a wholenew spectrum of possibilities for the film community.

Could it all have been done differently – sure it could have –but it probably wouldn’t have pushed an envelope that neededpushing, opening up a whole new level of possibility.

As we begin a new year and decade, I hope we discover thatwe can remain encouraged in the face of missteps, heartened by challenges that present themselves and that ourlives are enriched by the new and sometimes bold initiativesthat seem both possible and exciting.

Greg Carpenter, Associate Priest

Lent at Christ Church Deer ParkPancake Supper

Tuesday, February 16 - 5:30 - 7:00 pmElliott Hall

Followed by Family Ash Wednesday Service - 7:00 pm

Ash Wednesday Services 7:00 am and 7:00 pmThe Chapel will be open all day on Wednesday.

If you are unable to attend one of the scheduled services, one of the clergy will be available for the Imposition of Ashes

between 10:00 am - 5:00 pm.

Sunday Services in Lent: February 21, 28, March 7, 148:00 am Holy Communion10:00 am Holy Communion with choir

(church school & childcare provided)

Holy Week & Easter servicesPalm Sunday: March 28

8:00 am Holy Communion10:00 am Holy Communion with choir

(childcare provided)4:30 pm Jazz Vespers

Wednesday: March 31

7:00 am Holy Communion followed by breakfast

Maundy Thursday: April 1

6:00 pm Holy Communion with choir

Good Friday: April 2

9:15 am Stations of the Cross for families and children followed by breakfast

11:00 am Solemn Liturgy with prayers and choir12 noon Good Friday Walk, meet at Our Lady of

Perpetual Help, at St. Clair & Mt. Pleasant(walk will make stops at neighbourhood churches)

4:00 pm God So Loved the World: Good Friday ConcertSoloists and choir with guest artists

Holy Saturday: April 3

7:00 pm Easter VigilConfirmation with Bishop Patrick Yufollowed by bubbly, hors d’oeuvres and “planting” of outdoor Easter decorations

Easter Sunday: April 4

8:00 am Holy Communion10:00 am Holy Communion with choir

(childcare provided)

REMINDER NOTEServices will be at

8:00 am and 10:00 amFebruary 7 through April 4

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We begin the New Year with many opportunities and challenges. On February 7th we shall begin a limited timeexperiment with two Sunday morning services instead of thecurrent three. The return to two services, on a nine Sundaytrial basis, is a response to a number of factors including: theunanimous recommendation of the Worship Committee; thedesire by many to bring together what have become two separate congregations; financial considerations; decliningattendance; and the workload that three services can meanfor a reduced clergy. Remember that just two years ago wehad three ordained members of clergy who could celebrateCommunion. For financial reasons this was reduced to twoin 2007 and, following the departure of The Reverend GregCarpenter this year, will be reduced to one. In the normalcourse an incoming Curate may not be ordained to thepriesthood for up to 12 months and, until his/her priestlyordination, is not able to celebrate Communion. A newLiturgy incorporating aspects of both the 9:15 and 11 amservices will be introduced and will develop and evolve duringthe trial period. Provision is being made for constructivefeedback and an open Parish Forum meeting will be held fordiscussion and to receive feedback about the two Sunday format. The date for this meeting has yet to be announced.While the number of services held in a church is a prerogativeof the Incumbent it was decided by clergy and Corporationto seek input and feedback of parishioners on this issue.

The aforementioned Parish Forum, a successor to the former Parish Council, will begin after the co-chairs are electedat the Vestry in February. As described in the InformationEvening session last September, the Parish Forum is expectedto consist of approximately twenty persons and will havethree meetings per year. The mandate of the Forum is to provideadvice to the clergy and corporation on key issues that areimportant to the congregation and central to their interest.This will be an exciting opportunity to focus on some of thekey challenges facing not only us at Christ Church Deer Parkbut other established and mainline Christian denominationsin Canada as well. These include declining attendance andlower Sunday collections at a time when the need for ourhelp in the community and elsewhere has never been greater.Going forward we have to face the inevitable fact that somechurches will have to merge or close as they have ceased

being financially viable and are unable to sustain their operations. While Christ Church Deer Park has the benefitof financial reserves through our various funds (Endowment,1870, and Building) we cannot rely on these resourcesindefinitely. The Operating Deficits that we have been sustaining for the past several years cannot continue. Now is the time to address this issue, develop a realistic financialplan and to take action. The challenge to each and everyone of us is to become more actively involved in the life andactivities of the church, to support the clergy, wardens andthe various ministry heads at CCDP. In addition we mustcontinue to provide financial support and to be willing tostep forward, without being asked, and participate as a volunteer in one or more of our many activities. No longercan we “leave it to the next person” as the next person isyou. The future of your church is what we collectively electto make it.

Mike Butler, Rector’s Warden, on behalf of the Wardens of Christ Church Deer Park

Michael Butler Innes van Nostrand Genevieve ChornenkiRector’s Warden Peoples’ Warden Deputy Warden

A Word fromthe Wardens

Annual Meeting of VestrySunday, February 21

12 noonElliott Hall

The annual meeting of Vestry takes place to:Review the year 2009

Approve the Budget for 2010Appoint Chairs of Ministries

Appoint and elect ChurchwardensBring new business to the congregation

Sandwiches and refreshments will be servedDonations will be accepted to cover costs

A program for children and childcare will be available

Financial ForumsFebruary 14

After each morning worship serviceArthur Smith Room

Hosted by the Churchwardens to provide you with an opportunity to review budget figures and ask questions prior to the Vestry meeting

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Holy Grounds CaféIT HAS BEEN A WONDERFUL RELIEF and showof support, to simply announce in Churchthat we need volunteers to step up to helpand, voila, by the end of the day, the calendaris full of volunteers! This activity, and yourkind support, has saved hours of telephonework. You have volunteered to take shifts onduty. Thank you. Please continue to offeryour assistance. Refreshment time is a valuable

opportunity for fellowship that everyone enjoys. I am sograteful to you for creating some delightful social coffee time!

Pancake SupperOur annual Pancake Supper will be held on Feb. 16th thisyear. This festive and fun celebration is well attended andenjoyed by all... please save the date, and plan to come. Ifyou have time to work the kitchen, please contact SamanthaCaravan or Jayne Miles, through the Parish office.

Church Community Ministry Since 2003, it has been my absolute pleasure to workamongst you, ensuring that the Holy Grounds Café and ourspecial events are well planned and well attended. My familyand I shall miss this key role in the Church ministry, and Iam thrilled to have had the honour of coming to know manyof you. Thank you for supporting us. Our family has workedto do our very best towards creating a comfortable, workingsetting for you to mingle in and enjoy.

Are you looking for a wonderful way, to support our Churchcommunity? Please remember that I am planning to step outof the role of Chair at our upcoming Vestry meeting.

As for the “events” portion of the Chair’s role, we need somefresh ideas, and more hands. We have had some annualevents that I hope will continue, but we also need to addsome new events. Please consider leading us in the future ofevents at CCDP. Know that you won’t be alone in makingwonderful things happen.

Please contact me if you are interested.Jayne Miles Simpson 416-489-2400

Community MinistryFeel like being more involved? Don’t have much time, but want to help out? Feeling new, but want to join in? Been here a while, but haven’t been involved? Have ideas to share?

Join us!Every year before Vestry, the Nominating Committee seeksout people to serve on, or chair ministries. This year wehave a new idea. Join us. There’s life here in what we do,how we get together, what gets done.

Every group at CCDP welcomes members, but this year weare targeting some in particular.

Communications:Feel like helping with the Herald?Could you add parish events to the website every month?Are you willing to photograph events with the Parish camera?Have you any marketing ideas?Have you an interest or experience in PR?Feel like you could help, learn or make a difference?

Community:Do you like organizing social events?Do you like helping out at social events?Would you add supplies for events to your shopping list(and be reimbursed)Would you maintain the coffee team schedule?Could you buy supplies for the coffee hour (and be reimbursed)?Would you sign up to take on a month as part of the coffeehour team?Is there something else you see the need for in reaching outto our community?

Chancel Guild:Would you like to learn more about the rituals of the service?Are you interested in learning more about flower arranging?Does the contemplation and spirituality of caring for thesacramental objects appeal to you?

If you have answered yes to any of these, you are ready tojoin us.

Please call or email: David Thornton, chair nominating committee, 416-489-6740 davidthornton@sympatico.ca or Jenny Rieger, 416-920-9296 jarieger@sympatico.ca

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From the Upper Room

THE YEARS SEEM TO SLIP AWAY faster these days - this pastyear of PromiseLand has been a hive of activity. Dramacontinues to play a large part in PromiseLand, and over the year there were dramas on Epiphany, Palm Sunday andof course Christmas. The summer drama camp was lots offun. The children have participated fully in services as readersand intercessors. The Cherub Choir was born and the children have enjoyed learning new songs for worship.

Even the weather didn’t dampen the children’s enthusiasmwhen we celebrated the Blessing of the Animals indoorswith Bishop Tottenham. I met Bubbles the Japanese fightingfish and Cocoa a brand new kitten.

Now we look forward to Confirmation at the Easter Vigilon Saturday April 3rd at 7pm. Bishop Patrick Yu will joinus as some young people take the next exciting step ontheir life long journey of faith exploration.

I have been privileged to be part of Christ Church andespecially part of the ongoing faith development of somany wonderful children. As some of you know I havebeen made an ordinand, which means that on Sunday May2, at 4:30 pm I will be ordained to the diaconate byArchbishop Colin Johnson. For me this is the fulfillment ofa ten-year journey. There have been no definite decisionsmade about PromiseLand but, let me assure you that it willcontinue. The continued faith development of our childrenis something the wardens and indeed all of us hold dear. I do know that as long as whom ever succeeds me in theposition has the same unwavering support from parents andparishioners as I did - they and PromiseLand will continueto flourish and grow.

I am grateful for everything you have done for me and Ihonestly do not think there is a better place to be nurturedand formed as a priest. Thank you!

Samantha Caravan,Director of Children’s Education

Lenten/Easter Schedule(all dates are Sunday’s unless otherwise indicated. Church at10:00 am until Easter)

Feb 7 Deep water learning to swim.

Feb 14 Valentines Day All you need is Love!

Feb 16 Tuesday Pancake Supper: 5:30 - 7:00 pmFamily Ash Wednesday Service: 7:00 pm

Feb 21 1st Sunday in Lent Annual Vestry meetingchildren’s program & lunch provided

Feb 28 2nd Sunday in Lent Kids in church!!

Mar 7 3rd Sunday in Lent Fig trees and vineyards ?

Mar 14 4th Sunday in Lent The Prodigal son -coming home.

Mar 21 5th Sunday in Lent What really matters -looking for the future

Mar 28 Palm Sunday Following Jesus intoJerusalem

Apr 1 Maundy Thursday 6:00 pm

Apr 2 Good Friday 9:15 amWay of the Cross for families, followed by adelicious breakfast

Apr 3 Saturday Easter Vigil: 7:00 pmConfirmation with Bishop Yu

Apr 4 Easter Day Alleluia Party

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Confirmation 2010THE THEME THIS YEAR is ECHO - created in the image ofGod - called to love.

Echo has started and the kidsare in the process of puttingtogether the final schedule.These are events that they willbe leading in the parish overthe course of Confirmation.

Confirmation will be celebrated at the Easter Vigilon Saturday April 3, 2010,

at 7:00 pm with Bishop Patrick Yu, Area Bishop of York-Scarborough. Resurrection Party to follow. Come and supportthe confirmation candidates as they take this important step.

ECHO meets on Sunday mornings at 10 am in the library(lower level) on February 7, 14, 21, 28, and March 7.

Who can attend? Great question - anyone! There is no prerequisite and no test to pass.

I would be happy to answer any questions you may have. I can be reached at the church extension 27 or by email:scaravan@thereslifehere.org.

See you in the library.Samantha Caravan, Director of Children’s Education

lmHow do some of the world’s

most influential theological thinkers confront today’s reality?

Come find out!

Listen...discuss....contemplate

Three Wednesday evenings in LentFebruary 24, March 3 and 10

7:30 - 9:00 pmArthur Smith Room

presented by the Learning Ministry

Group Art Shows

Contemplation and MeditationFebruary 28 and March 7

Joy and ElationApril 18 and April 25

Arthur Smith Roomfollowing Sunday services

Greetings AllA NEW YEAR has brought many new challenges, both academically and in parishlife. As you may have heard I have receivedconfirmation, from the Archbishop’s office,that I will be ordained to the diaconate onSunday, May 2nd, at 4:30 p.m. While I amlooking forward, I am also very appreciative

of where I am right now. Life is both busy, and exciting, butI have not missed the significance of being able to be a part of the life of Christ Church - a very active parish,filled with friendly people, from whom I look forward tolearning a great deal. I would like to take a moment toexpress my gratitude for the warm welcome I’ve received,and to say how much I look forward working with andlearning from you.

With warmest regards,Greg Fiennes-Clinton

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and more volunteers! If you can help with either, we wouldbe delighted to hear from you; please leave a message for thecoordinators with Jean King, Parish Administrator at 416-920-5211 ext 22.

Facts and Figures

Breakfasts are served alternate Saturdays in the CommunityHall from 8 - 9.30 a.m.

We served five times between September and December2009, for a total of 165 breakfasts to an average of 33clients per session.

On January 16, our first breakfast of 2010, we had 40guests!

As always, very special thanks to our wonderful team of volunteers who make the Community Breakfast programhappen: Ann Atkins, John Darby, Ebie Dunbar, Joan Filip,Michael Gendron, Joy Graham, Alastair Grant, MargaretHeather, Nicholas Jackson, Elizabeth Joy, Anne Larkin,Naomi Macdonald, Joyce McIntee, Bettie Martindale, EdnaQuammie. An extra- special thank you to the Rev. GregCarpenter for his help and support.

Ross Morrow and Vickie Grant

Outreach

Community BreakfastTHE BREAKFAST PROGRAM began as a response to the prioritiesmembers of the congregation identified during the StrategicPlanning Days held during 2006 and 2007. At CCDP wealready had a proud record of local service through our “Outof the Cold” Program, and we also had an interested core ofexperienced volunteers at the ready. We now supplementCalvin Presbyterian’s long-running biweekly breakfast programby offering a similar meal on alternate Saturdays. Team leadersfrom both churches continue to communicate, and althoughboth breakfast operations remain independent, we are proudof our ongoing ecumenical collaboration!

The Community Breakfast program at CCDP is now wellinto its third successful year. Its two principal goals remainunchanged: to provide a biweekly hot breakfast for those inour community who need extra nutrition and to offer anopportunity for those at CCDP (and beyond) who wouldlike to serve in a local ministry. The program benefits a vulnerable population, while allowing volunteers at CCDPto work out of their own church facility. It also addresses aless tangible, but still pressing need in the community - thatof loneliness. It’s obvious on Saturday mornings that manyof our “regulars” look forward to their time of fellowship ina friendly environment almost as much as they do to theirgenerous portions of delicious scrambled eggs, sausages andtoast.

For this reason, providing a safe, family-like atmosphere inwhich to serve breakfast remains a priority. Guests are welcometo come just as they are: no payment is required, no personalquestions are asked, nor any means test applied. Over time,this policy of inclusion has helped engender an atmosphereof trust and mutual respect between guests and team membersalike, which we as volunteers work hard to sustain, andwhich the guests obviously appreciate.

What’s ahead for 2010? We will serve breakfast ten timesbetween January and the end of June 2010. Beyond that,our ability to continue this valuable program will depend, as always, upon the availability of sufficient financial andvolunteer support. We need more of both - more money

Churches on-the-Hill Food BankSOME FACTS from President Paul McGrath’sReport:

“...under the auspices of the Daily Food Bank, we operatean ‘Emergency Food Proagram’. This supplies groceries tohouseholds who have a place to live but whose income isfrequently unsufficient to make ends meet; the result is, alltoo often, that they go hungry for a short period. This isthe need that we attempt to fill.

...we have over 500 households (1 to 8 people) in our activefiles and see perhaps 300 of them 2 or 3 times each month.

...in 2009, we provided over 14,000 adults and childrenwith groceries sufficient for 3 days; that amounts to foodfor 126,999 meals! This was up 10% from 2008 and weexpect that 2010 will continue to see an increase indemand.

...the Daily Food Bank supplies about 60% of the food wedistribute; local food drives, church collection baskets anddonations of food from individuals contribute perhapsanother 5%; the balance is purchased. In 2009, we spentamost $70,000 on food and supplies for our clients. Thesefunds came from our sponsoring churches, their

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congregations and the larger community.

...We are a 100% volunteer organization with about 125individuals giving of their time and talent. Turnover is verylow, the key indicator of a happy and committed group ofpeople. Our overheads are minimal and no-one is compensatedin any form for their work at the Food Bank.”

Please continue to donate non-perishable food items to helpkeep your Food Bank shelves filled. Place donations in theFood Bank bin in the Atrium.

Cash donations may be forwarded to:COTH Food Bankc/o Timothy Eaton Memorial Church230 St. Clair Ave. WestToronto ON M4V 1R5

Many thanks!

AdvocacyWE ARE COMING INTO a new season and with that comesnew projects. Our support for agencies such as Citizens forPublic Justice and so many others will of course continue,but, it would be great to expand on what we are alreadydoing. I have spoken with our friends from some of theChurches on-the-Hill about pooling our resources on issuesor public concerns which may come up and throwing in oursupport and vice versa to give the issue a louder voice. Thiscould be as simple as posting a petition in each church to besigned by the interested members of the congregation. Toexpand on this idea, I would more than welcome yourinvolvement. Anyone who is interested in this or any otherissues requiring community support, please contact MichaelWatson, info available from the parish office 416-920-5211or email jking@thereslifehere.org

Help for HaitiAS A RESULT of the massive earthquake thatstruck Port-au-Prince, the capital of Haiti,hundreds of people were buried alive, andthousands left injured and homeless. ThePrimate’s World Relief & Development Fundis the Anglican Church of Canada’s agencyfor development and relief, making financial

and human resources available when such disasters occur. If you would like to make a donation through PWRDF,you may contact Jennifer Brown at (416) 924-9192 x320 or via the website: www.pwrdf.org. You may also mail a cheque, payable to PWRDF andmarked “Haiti Earthquake”, to:The Anglican Church of Canada, 80 Hayden Street, Toronto, ON M4Y 3G2

Voices for HaitiSaturday, February 6th

4:00 pm

The Larkin Singers, in conjunction with Christ Church Deer Park, will be hosting a concert, “Voices for Haiti.” Proceeds from the concert will assist the

Primate’s World Relief and Development Fund, and their efforts already in place, to help the people of Haiti.

This musical event will be general seating. Donations will be accepted at the door.

More information can be found on the websitewww.thereslifehere.org

or by contacting the Rev. Greg Carpenter at416-920-5211 ext 31.

DID YOU KNOW that Ontario is home to 9000 Haitianswith 2,150 living in the GTA?

Haiti is a country that has strived to overcome punishingdebt, military invasion, crushing dictatorships and naturaldisasters from its beginnings...the recent earthquake is onlythe latest hurdle to overcome. It will take more than theworld’s short term generosity (which is remarkable)...theHaitian people are amazingly resilient but assistance will beneeded to rebuild infrastructure, health and education.Remember Haiti as time passes...the needs will remain foryears to come.

Still Available...Notecards featuring ourBenedicite kneelers.

On sale in the HolyGrounds Café on the firstSunday of each monththrough February andMarch (after the 10:00 amservice), or in the office.

Two each of three to a package, with envelopes: $9.00

Proceeds to the First Nations Outreach project.

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Where are they now?OVER THESE PAST few years, we have been blessed with theministries and friendships of some remarkable theologicalstudents, Curates and Priest Associates. All have left a positiveimprint on our spiritual experience here at CCDP.

The Rev. Jason Prisley

Former Assistant Curate at CCDPhas been appointed Priest-in-Charge of Christ ChurchStouffville. A Celebration of NewMinistry for Jason will take place at Christ Church Stouffville onTuesday, February 23rd at 7 pm.

David Bryant

Presently Assistant Curate, St. Luke’sEast York, David will be ordained tothe priesthood at St. Luke's AnglicanChurch, (904 Coxwell at CosburnAve.), on Sunday March 7 at 4 pm.

Jo-Anne Billinger

Theological Student, is continuingher studies at Trinity College.

Margaret Rodrigues

Theological Student, is also continuing her studies at TrinityCollege as a postulant for theDiocese of Toronto.

Michelle Stanford

Theological Student, will beordained to the diaconate thisspring in the Diocese of Niagara.

The Rev. Matthew Cadwell

Priest Associate, 2007-08, is now theRector of Emmanuel EpiscopalChurch in Wakefield, Massachusetts.

The Rev. Sister Constance JoannaGefvert

Has been Honorary Assistant atChurch of the Incarnation sinceNovember. CJ is still Coordinator ofthe Guest House and retreat ministry,(Sisters of St. John the Divine), teaching at Wycliffe, and doing spiritual direction.

...and where are they going?

Samantha Caravan

Director of Children’s Educationfor 4 years, Samantha has resignedfrom her position as of April 2010.She will be ordained to the diaconate for the Diocese ofToronto on Sunday, May 2nd, at4:30 pm at St. James’ Cathedral,Toronto.

The Rev. Greg Carpenter

Associate Priest, has been appointed the Incumbent of St. Jude's AnglicanChurch, Wexford as of May 1, 2010.Greg's last Sunday at Christ ChurchDeer Park will be Sunday, April 25.

Greg Fiennes-Clinton

Will be ordained to the diaconate forthe Diocese of Toronto on Sunday,May 2nd, at 4:30 pm at St. James’Cathedral, Toronto.

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The Gallery

THE CONGREGATIONresponded positively andenthusiastically to ourGroup Art Show heldon the three Sundays ofAdvent. We also attractednew artists from withinthe congregation whowere delighted at this

opportunity to display their work to a very appreciativeaudience!

The predominant feedback was that we need to have moreof these shows. So, we are now organizing two more GroupArt Shows: the first during two Sundays in Lent, Feb. 28thand Mar. 7th respectively, with the theme “Contemplationand Meditation” and the second on the two Sundays afterEaster, April 18th and 25th, with a theme of “Joy and Elation”.

We’ve added a few new volunteers to help us with the VisualArts Program Initiative – and even a non-parishioner hascome aboard to help us make this project a reality.

The project of enhancing the ASR to display art in a memo-rable way, without upsetting the existing décor, has startedafresh with two new enthusiastic and committed volunteers:Walter Blackwell and Mark Tearle.

Please check the page on the church website athttp://christchurchdeerpark.org:80/artshow.htmfor updates on this initiative.

For comments, questions, suggestions or, if you would liketo join our team, please contact Ramesh Kamath, Chair ofthe Visual Arts Program Initiative, at 416.964.9988 orrak05@acanac.net

Thank you for your support!

Participating artists to date:

Brenda Bisiker Encaustic paintings Walter Blackwell Fine Art PhotographyCarol Knowlton-Dority Oil on CanvasVivian Jenkinson WatercolorsRamesh Kamath Fine Art PhotographyDorothy Stewart Charcoals/Oil paintingsMark Tearle PhotographyVanessa Wells Photography

Congratulationsto Samantha Caravan and Greg Fiennes-Clinton who will be ordained to the diaconate on

Sunday, May 24:30 pm

St. James’ Cathedral.

They extend their invitation to you to attend the service and a reception afterwards

at CCDP in Elliott Hall.

Spring Rummage Sale!Saturday, April 17

Reminder!!KEEP US IN MIND when you do your Spring cleaning andplan to donate your:

• Ladies’, men’s and children’s clothing & accessories;• White elephant items, jewellery, toys, linens and kitchenware;• For the Boutique - your previously loved and gently wornladies’ clothing and assessories.

Please...all items in clean and good condition.

Place your items in the Rummage Box in the Atrium.

Questions? Call Rita Becker; 416-921-0883

Join Us!HAVE YOU EVER WONDERED how so many events and programs that occur at the church come into being? ...and are so successful?

It’s not magic.

It’s the result of many hours of fellowship, fun and, yes, work.

Involvement brings many rewards...friendship, a sense ofmaking a difference and the glow of accomplishment.

Rummage Sale...Book Sale...Christmas Fair...we always welcome extra hands and ideas...yes, we work hard, but wealso have lots of fun.

Everyone is busy but, if asked, please give your reply seriousthought before you answer. (Of course, there is nothing to stopyou from just putting up your hand and saying, “I’m in”, or,“I have an idea”, either)

Join us…you’ll love it!

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From theOrgan Bench

“Should auld acquaintance be forgot,and never brought to mind? Shouldauld acquaintance be forgot, and auldlang syne?”

IT’S ONLY BEEN A SHORT TIME since the strains of “Auld Lang Syne” welcomed in 2010, and here atChrist Church Deer Park our musicprogram is already back in full

swing. Our Thursday Lunchtime Recital Series resumed onJanuary 7th, as did our regular choir practices (6:30pm forthe 9:15am Sunday choir and 7:15pm for the 11am Sundaychoir) and our choristers are once again out in full force onSunday mornings.

To make the best use of our time, the two choir practicetimes listed above will change to a single choir practice onThursday evenings (start time: 6:30pm) between Februaryand Easter. This will enable the 9:15 and 11am choristers to join together to prepare the music they will sing at our10am combined Sunday morning services.

Planning ahead, the choir has already begun to rehearsemusic for our Good Friday concert: “God So Loved theWorld: A Concert for Good Friday”. The concert will havea Celtic flavour and will feature the soloists and choir ofChrist Church Deer Park, duo-pianists George Vona andLark Popov, and special guest, harpist Erica Goodman.More information about this concert will be available in thedays to come, so please check the Music page of the CCDP website for updates.

As I write this, Robbie Burns Day is just around the cornerand I’ll be attending Burns Suppers where I’ll be enjoying“haggis, neeps, and tatties” and once again hearing thestrains: “For auld lang syne, my dear, for auld lang syne,we’ll tak a cup o’ kindness yet, for auld lang syne.”

Which reminds me - in case I haven’t had a chance to wishyou this in person - Happy New Year!

Eric Robertson, Director of Music

Thursday LunchtimeChamber Music Series

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

February 4 Monica Zerbe, Mezzo-Soprano;Eric Robertson, piano

February 11 Cardinal Consort of ViolsSheila Smyth, Treble; Linda Deshman, Tenor;Sara Blake, Bass; Valerie Sylvester, Bass

February 18 Carmen Flores, viola; Megumi Okamoto, piano

February 25 Earl Brubacher, fluteEric Robertson, piano & organ

Presented by Nine Sparrows Arts foundation

The Larkin Singers presentA Lenten PrayerMusic for ContemplationSaturday, February 274 pm at Christ Church Deer ParkAdmission is pay what you can

THE LARKIN SINGERS is a new and dynamic choir inOntario. Composed of 20 singers from both Torontoand Ottawa, under the direction of Matthew Larkin,they celebrate the rich and varied music of the Anglicantradition. They made their first international tour in July2009 to Bristol, England, where they acted as choir inresidence at the stunning Bristol Cathedral.

For more information please speak with Greg Carpenteror email larkinsingers@gmail.com

God So Loved the World: A Concert for Good Friday

Friday, April 24:00 pm

Featuring:Soloists and Choir of Christ Church Deer ParkDuo-pianists: George Vona and Lark PopovSpecial Guest: Harpist, Erica Goodman

Free admission

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Faith &FilmFestivalSeason 4

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’sfinest jazz musicians!

January 31 Bob Brough QuartetBob Brough, saxophone; Adrean Farrugia, piano; Artie Roth, bass; Terry Clarke, drums

February 14 Alex Dean Trio

March 14 Tribute to Horace SilverDavid Restivo, piano; Steve McDade, trumpet; Perry White. sax; Scott Alexander. bass; Brian Barlow, drums

March 28 Robi Botos TrioRobi Botos, piano; Frank Botos, drums; Attilla Darvis, bass

April 11 Tribute to Louis ArmstrongChase Sanborn, trumpet; Mark Eisenman, piano; Steve Wallace, bass; Brian Barlow, drums

Wednesday February 10 - The Soloist (2009) dir. Joe Wright (117 min)

Based on a book by journalist SteveLopez, this film recounts the meeting inLos Angeles of Lopez (Robert DowneyJr.) with a schizophrenic homeless violinist, Nathaniel Ayers (Jamie Foxx)who dreams of playing at the WaltDisney Concert Hall. Lopez wants tohelp the mentally disturbed man, and

slowly a friendship grows between them. In the end, Lopezisn’t sure if his caring for Ayers has really helped him, butthe musician’s genius has influenced the journalist in a positive way, hence the writing of his book.

Wednesday April 21 2010 - The Pool (2007) dir. Chris Smith (98 min)

A boy working in a hotel becomesobsessed with a swimming pool within anopulent estate in Panjim, Goa in India.His world changes as he meets the familyliving in the estate - a successful fatherand rebellious daughter. Slowly he gainstheir trust to edge closer to his fascination– but ends up with so much more. This

winning film from the Sundance Film Festival will leave yourefreshed by the generosity and potential of the human spirit.

Films are shown in the Arthur Smith Room. Movie stylerefreshments (popcorn and cold drinks) are served. Free admission...all are welcome.

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

www.thereslifehere.org

Canadian Amateur MusiciansCAMMAC TorontoSunday, February 72:00 - 4:30 pmConductor Alan Gasser directs World Music

ONCE A MONTH, CAMMAC singers and instrumentalists get together at Christ Church Deer Park and “read through”a mass, cantata or opera (for choir and orchestra) under thedirection of a professional choir director. The read-throughsare not intended as rehearsals and although we do not perform for any formal audience, listeners are welcome.

A word about change...AS WE CONTEMPLATE combining two of our Sunday morningservices, many are concerned about the compromises in theliturgy that will likely result should our experimental periodbecome permanent. There are those who are most comfortablewith the contemporary service and those who cherish thetraditonal liturgy and, for them, change is hard to comprehend.

The prayer book addressed the issue of liturgical change asfar back as 1549(!). This quote can still be found on p. 717BCP.

“And whereas in this our time, the minds of men are sodiverse, that some think it a great matter of conscience todepart from a piece of the least of their Ceremonies, they be so addicted to their old customs; and again on the otherside, some be so newfangled, that they would innovate allthings, and so despise the old, that nothing can like them,but that is new: it was thought expedient, not so much tohave respect how to please and satisfy either of these parties,as how to please God, and profit them both.”

Judging by the response, comments and suggestions ofthose who attended the information meeting on January26th, it would appear that this congregation is prepared to try to “please God”.

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Lunchtime Lenten Serieshosted by The Anglican Church Women

The Liturgy...explained12:30 - 1:00 pmArthur Smith Room

These ½ hour lunch-time presentations will explore theworship and liturgy of our church...how it evolved...how it enhances our spiritual experience.

Tuesday, March 2

A Brief History of Liturgy

Tuesdays, March 9, 16 and 23

Explanations of portions of the liturgy:creeds, confessions, eucharistic prayers and music

Presenters

Canon Judy Rois, RectorThe Rev Greg Carpenter, Associate PriestThe Rev Dr Peter Slater, Honorary AssistantEric Robertson, Organist & Director of Music

Everyone welcome.Come and bring your lunch. Coffee & Tea will be served.

Welcome to the Book Club

We invite all those who enjoy reading books to come to the next meeting on

Tuesday, February 23(note change in day)

at 7:30 in the Arthur Smith Room.

We’ll be discussing “Never Let Me Go”by Kazuo Ishiguro

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

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

Student Drama Mission Tripin Antigua

July 22 - August 9, 2010

This Academic Mission Trip will gather students togetherfrom Canada and various parts of the Caribbean for aninternational learning experience following Canadian andInternational academic standards. Courses will be offered inGrade 10 Leadership and Peer Development and Grades 9,10, 11 Open Drama. Each credit course follows curriculumguidelines set by the Ontario Ministry of Education, arerecognized nationally and internationally and can be appliedtoward High School diplomas. Weekends will have a balanceof ministry in churches, community service projects andrest and relaxation

For information contact Pastor John Scott at CornerstonePreparatory School at (416) 977-1204 or Vanessa Wells atv.wells@hotmail.com or speak to her at church.

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PARISH REGISTERBaptism

Patrick Michael TaylorCarly Archibald GillandersQuinn Archibald Gillanders

Paige Alexis Lazier

In Memoriam

Sheila Shotton

HERALDDeadline for the next HERALD is March 31

DO YOU HAVE AN IDEA for an article? Perhaps a feature on an unsung hero in the parish? A special memory? An historical fact? 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

Christmas at Christ Church Deer Park

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Christmas Fair Raffle Winners

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