Saskatchewan anglican
The newspaper of the Dioceses of Saskatchewan, Saskatoon and Qu’Appelle • A Section of the Anglican Journal • November 2011
Saskatoon Cathedral launches restoration campaign
By Derwyn Crozier-Smith
Sinclair inducted as Dean of Qu’Appelle By Joanne Shurvin-Martin REGINA – Majestic organ music and the smell of sweetgrass filled St. Paul’s Cathedral when Michael Hearn Sinclair was inducted as rector and installed as Dean of the Diocese of Qu’Appelle on Sept. 25. The service was conducted by Bishop Gregory Kerr-Wilson, with the involvement of many lay people and clergy. During the hymn “I Bind Unto Myself Today”, diocesan and visiting clergy processed into the Cathedral. Representatives from five other denominations were included in this group. After an introduction by the bishop, the required oaths and declarations were read and signed, and the license read aloud. The wardens of the Cathedral presented Michael with keys, the first of many symbolic presentations during the service. Michael’s parents read the first and second lessons. Rev. Gary Sinclair read Isaiah 43:25-44:8, which speaks of God blotting out transgressions and pouring water on the thirsty land. It ends by asking, “Is there any god besides me? There is no other rock: I know not one.” Rev. Paula Foster read from 2 Corinthians 4:1-7, in which St. Paul wrote, “... we do not proclaim ourselves; we proclaim Jesus Christ as Lord and ourselves as slaves for Jesus’ sake.” The gospel was from John 14:8-17, in which Jesus promises that God will send another advocate, the Holy Spirit. Bishop Kerr-Wilson began his homily by recalling when he was (Continued on page 4).
SASKATOON – The people of the Cathedral of St. John the Evangelist in Saskatoon gathered recently to learn about the work needed to restore the cathedral building and to kick off a capital fundraising campaign called “Cornerstone 2012”. Construction of the cathedral in Saskatoon began in 1912, with the interior completed and the first service held in 1917. The original parish celebrated the laying of the cornerstone for St. John the Evangelist on Sept. 2, 1912. The laying was presided over by HRH Prince Arthur, Duke of Connaught and the then Governor-General of Canada. Parishioners have undertaken several capital projects over the past century to care for the building, but after 100 years of use, the building now urgently needs major restoration work to address damage due to serious leaks and heat loss. A thorough assessment of the building envelope was conducted by a team of experts led by Iredale Architecture Group of Vancouver. The report identified the most pressing issues and proposed a course of action which led to the parish decision to launch a restoration campaign. In reaching the $2 million goal, the parish will be able to complete the restoration and also create a maintenance fund to address future problems when they emerge. Recently, the congregation toured the cathedral to see the damage and to learn about the remedial work proposed. They
also heard from a lead parish donor about his family’s decision to contribute to the effort and considered the strategy for the restoration campaign. As a part of this campaign, congregation members signed up as visitors for the planned visitation next year of all parish members. Prior to the visitations the volunteers will also attend training sessions. The fundraising campaign will include the diocese and the City of Saskatoon. Plans are also underway for a multi-day event to mark the centennial of the beginning of construction, to be held next year, from Sept. 7-9, 2012. The parish invites all Anglicans in our diocese to join in that celebration. The campaign committee expects that a substantial portion of the funds will have been raised and much work will have been completed by that occasion. A generous gift from the Frank and Ellen Remai Foundation; a grant from the Saskatchewan Heritage Foundation; and significant support coming in from the parishioners are promising signs the campaign will be successful. This early support means restoration work began this year. This work will continue over the fall. To learn more about the campaign and restoration, please visit the Cathedral website at http://stjohns.sasktelwebsite. net/. The Cornerstone 2012 Campaign welcomes gifts from all friends of the Cathedral. Tax receipts will be issued. The is Cathedral of St. John the Evangelist, 816 Spadina Crescent East, Saskatoon, Sask., S7K 3H4.
In Flanders Fields In Flanders fields the poppies blow Between the crosses, row on row, That mark our place: and in the sky The larks still bravely singing fly Scarce heard amid the guns below. We are the dead: Short days ago, We lived, felt dawn, saw sunset glow, Loved and were loved: and now we lie In Flanders fields! Take up our quarrel with the foe To you, from failing hands, we throw The torch: be yours to hold it high If ye break faith with us who die, We shall not sleep, though poppies grow In Flanders fields – Composed by Lieut.-Col. John McCrae, on the battlefront on May 3, 1915 during the Second Battle of Ypres, Belgium Published on Dec. 8, 1915 November 11 – Never Forget
Diane Foley honoured in retirement celebration By Joanne Shurvin-Martin
Members of the Cathedral of St. John the Evangelist tour the Cathedral to see the damage, learn about the proposed remedial work and discuss the Cornerstone 2012 Campaign. Photo – Derwyn Crozier-Smith
REGINA – Friends from across the diocese, and as far as Lichfield, England, gathered at St. James, Regina, on Sept. 24 to wish Diane Foley happy retirement after 14 years as Qu’Appelle Diocesan Finance Officer. Diane was scheduled to retire Sept. 30, but has agreed to stay until a new finance officer is hired and trained. Many people spoke or sent messages, thanking Diane for her dedicated work for the diocese.
Diane Foley Following a catered supper in St. James parish hall on Sept. 24, master of ceremonies Archdeacon (Continued on page 7)