July 30th, 2004 (2004-7)

THOUGHTS TO SHARE:

Ever wonder about the abbreviation A.S.A.P.? Generally we think of it in terms of even more hurry and stress in our lives. Maybe if we think of this abbreviation in a different manner, we will begin to find a new way to deal with those rough days along the way.

There's work to do, deadlines to meet, you've got no time to spare, but as you hurry and scurry-
ASAP - ALWAYS SAY A PRAYER

It may seem like your worries are more than you can bear. Slow down and take a breather-
ASAP - ALWAYS SAY A PRAYER

God knows how stressful life is. He wants to ease our cares, and He'll respond to all your needs-
A.S.A.P. - ALWAYS SAY A PRAYER.

WEB LINKS RECOMMENDED BY THE EDITORS:

http://www.montreal.anglican.org/index-01.shtml

http://www.alphacanada.org/

http://www.podm.net/po_how.htm

POSITION OF PARISH YOUTH PASTOR:

The Parish is actively looking for a mature, sound Christian person to fill the part time position of Parish Youth Pastor.

The person being sought:

– Loves and relates to youth - has a sense of play and a sense of purpose.

– Has a breadth of interest and is able to discuss self-esteem issues such as suicide, death, sex, and life choices.

– Has experience with younger church groups.

– Has a well developed, articulate Christian faith.

– Is a practicing church-goer.

– Will work with young people of between 10 and 19 years of age.

– Will include a variety of activities in the on-going youth work, and will be prepared and able to continually broaden the breadth of learning and experience.

If you are interested in this challenging, rewarding position and would like to more about it, please contact Marcus Owen at owenquc@aei.ca, 450-458-8627 or 514-567-2428.

(Please share this with anyone you think might be qualified or interested in this position.)

ALPHA: An opportunity to explore the meaning of life...

Looking for answers? The Alpha course is an opportunity for anyone to explore the Christian faith in a relaxed non-threatening manner over 10 thought-provoking weekly sessions. Learn more about the Alpha Basics and then join us on a journey of discovery. There's a course running at a church near you. Starting in September.

For information or to register call Wilf Hall or Hugh Marshall.

NEW DEPUTY WARDEN:

The Rector and Wardens of St. James are delighted to confirm the appointment of Doug Moulton as Deputy Warden, to fill the vacant position following the retirement of Jean Sasso from the Corporation, and appointment of Graham Campbell as Rector’s Warden.

Doug joined the St. James congregation about three years ago as a friend, now fiance, of Shirley Dickenson. Doug was brought up in Kingston, Ontario, where he attended Sydenham United Church. He spent some 20 years in the Royal Canadian Navy as an administrator, living in Halifax, Ottawa, Vancouver and St.Agathe, retiring to Alexandria, Ontario until his recent engagement to Shirley.

Please welcome Doug in his new role and make yourselves known to him, if you have not already been introduced.

OUR INSIDE SCOOP ON GENERAL SYNOD: by Kevin Ilaqua

I never expected to go to general synod, this may sound odd, but never in my wildest dreams did I expect to go. So out of the blue, when the opportunity came up, I said to myself, Sure I would love to go!

General synod was not what I expected at all, there were a fair amount of people, all were friendly and anyone was more then willing to offer a helping hand. I easily got acquainted with the settings, the surroundings, how things worked, and my binder of motions (of which I had received about 2 weeks before the actual synod.)

The election of a primate was something that particularly interested me, I (let the truth be known) voted for Andrew Hutchison, who I thought would best lead the Anglican Church of Canada, he has good set of values and ideas for the future of the church, I myself have no problems leaving the church in his hands.

What really interested me at this synod, was the issue of Same-sex blessings in the church, I was fully prepared on this issue upon arriving at synod, but as upset as I am to say, The decision has been deferred to General synod 2007. I myself find this completely unacceptable. The general synod is where motions are brought to be decided, and a decision made, not to be deferred and procrastinated. This issue needs resolution, as it is a big factor in today's society.

As for the experience, it would be something I would be willing to do again tomorrow, and hopefully I will be the representative again at the 2007 General synod.

PARISH FAMILY:

Baptisms: Kiera Alice Gagne, daughter of Lora & Christian on 27 June at St. Mary's

Nathan Graf, son of Linda and Wil on 4 July at St. James.

Victoria Anne Claude McFarlane, daughter of Carolynn & Daren at St. James on 18 July.

Weddings at St. James

Tammy Iversen & Curtis Milazzo on 26 June.

Sarah Newton & Adolfo de la Rua Estevez on 2 July.

France Leduc & Guy Bedard on 17 July.

Deaths:

Susan Dwyer, died on April 25th & her ashes were buried at St. James Cemetery on 17 July.

Betty Price, who was a long time supporter and a mainstay of St. Mary's, passed away the week of July 19th, and will be sorely missed by us all.

Rector's Garden Party

John and Karen Bradley will be hosting their annual garden party at 1:00 pm on Sunday, August 29th on the Rectory lawn. Please be sure to mark your calendars!

PARISH FORUM:

Do you have a question you would like answered? The editors have decided to open this section up to you for a question and answer article. We hope it will increase the flow of information in the parish, be interesting and educational. Submit your questions as per the submission information at the end of this newsletter.

Summer Service Hymns for the Young and Young at Heart:

Do of you remember "When Mother's of Salem", "Can a Little Child Like Me?", "Jesus Bids Us Shine" and "God Sees the Little Sparrow Fall"? We have found nine such favorites which have not been sung at St. Mary's or St. James' for some time because they are not included in the new Hymn Book. To set matters right, we have chosen a different one of them to be sung at each of the Summer Services in August (all 9:30 Services at St. Mary's). Come on along, and bring the young ones who may never have heard them. Let them join in with you and sing some favorites from your childhood and youth, which we know was not so long ago!

PULSE CONTACT INFORMATION:

The Parish Pulse Editorial Team is actively looking for your articles. Please feel free to contact any of them with your ideas or suggestions for an article. (Patti Ann Gannon, 613-674-1376, pattiann@sympatico.ca; Paul Brierley, 450-458-1750, paul.brierley@future.ca; Wilf Hall, 450-458-7913, wghall@sympatico.ca). The deadline for the next issue is Thursday, July 22nd, 2004. The publication will be Friday, July 30th, 2004. Submissions should be directed to Patti Ann Gannon through:

pattiann@sympatico.ca, parishvaudreuil@ca.inter.net, drop off at the Parish Office, fax to the Parish Office at 450-458-8802, or mail to The Parish of Vaudreuil, 642 Main Road, Hudson Heights, Quebec, J0P 1J0.

SUMMER SCHEDULE FOR AUGUST

7:45 am Holy Communion at St. James

9:30 am Services at St. Mary's

10:00 am Evergreen Church

(Note: August 15th 9:30 am outdoor service (weather permitting) to celebrate St. Mary's Day)

Readings:

August 1st Hosea 11: 1-11; Psalm 107:1-9,43;Colossians 3:1-11;Luke 12:13-21

August 8th Isaiah 1: 1, 10-20; Psalm 50:1-8,23-24;Hebrews 11: 1-3,8-16; Luke 12: 32-40

August 15th Isaiah 7: 10-15; Psalm 132:6-10,13-14;Galatians 4: 4-7;Luke 1: 46-55

August 22nd Jeremiah 1: 4-10; Psalm 71:1-6;Hebrews 12: 18-29; Luke 13:10-17

August 29th Jeremiah 2: 4-13; Psalm 81:1, 10-16; Hebrews 13: 1-8, 15-16;Luke 14: 1, 7-14

August 29th 1:00 p.m. Rector's Barbecue