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The International Community is slowly waking up to the heavy impact of the plague of Ebola that is growing exponentially in western Africa. The World Health Organization states that there have been over 7000 cases reported with over 3000 of … Continue reading →

This morning I heard an interesting interview on CBC radio. Made me stop eating my shredded wheat long enough to make a few notes. The man being interviewed is from England and he has started an organization to meet the … Continue reading →

Two senior members of our congregation have died. One in her mid 90s the other 104! The elder of the two has been spry and healthy up until the last few weeks when an infection slowed her down and then … Continue reading →

Much of life is an endless round of making the coffee and putting away the chairs. At least that is how it often feels from the minister’s point of view. I have joked that at Theological School we should have … Continue reading →

I have been fortunate to see the movie “The 100 Foot Journey” not once but twice. I liked it so much the first time I went back. It is a lovely story with good actors taking the leading roles (seriously, … Continue reading →

The first of September always feels a bit like a New Year’s time for me. This year it has come to us early on the calendar with Labour Day falling on September 1st. Also, the excessive cool and overcast summer … Continue reading →

I have been pondering what to write in this post for a few days now. The headlines are filled with contentious, thought provoking and soul-destroying news. I could write about the news but I am so overwhelmed by the dire … Continue reading →

There is a man in our congregation who, when asked “How are you?” always replies, “Grateful”. The first few time I heard him say that I was a bit taken aback. Now, I look forward to his response. “I am … Continue reading →

Events and ceremonies are happening over this weekend to mark the 100th anniversary of when Britain, and therefore Canada, entered into the fray of World War 1. It is often remembered that World War 1 was declared to be the … Continue reading →

Every now and then I get the message to sloooooow doooooown. I am a person who makes lists, fills days, schedules back-to-back and tries to never “waste” time. I am sure that attitude comes from the influence of my childhood. … Continue reading →