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Connection
Crieff Hills Retreat and Conference Centre in Puslinch, Ont., hosted a clergy retreat in March, sponsored by the Ministry Forum at Knox College in Toronto, St. Andrew’s Hall in Vancouver, and the Presbytery of Waterloo-Wellington. Ministers enjoyed an abundance of laughter, great food, worship and learning. Pictured are leaders Marijke Strong, John Borthwick, Ross Lockhart and Jeff Crawford, with music led by Drew Brown.
The Rev. Mary Fontaine, Moderator of the 2023 General Assembly, visited St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church in Newmarket, Ont., on April 7. She preached a wonderful and insightful message based on Isaiah 65:17–25 about connection, relationships and hope. The Rev. Laura Duggan, Diane Hamilton (clerk) and the Rev. Dr. Dan Scott (former moderator), with his wife Kelly Scott, enjoyed a lovely dinner with the moderator. The Session also had the opportunity to gather for lunch after worship on Sunday, with time to share stories and deepen connections. St. Andrew’s congregation wants to thank Mary for her lessons, stories and time. Pictured above left is the Rev. Laura Duggan (left) and the Rev. Mary Fontaine in the new sanctuary. Pictured in front of the old building is (left to right) the Rev. Laura Duggan, Diane Hamilton (clerk of Session), Carolyn Clementson (elder) and the Rev. Mary Fontaine.
The congregation at Knox Presbyterian Church in Calgary, Alta., is reinforcing relationships with a Syrian family who began arriving in Canada after the 2011 Syrian War. A few years ago, a member of the family approached Knox to ask for assistance in co-sponsorship with PWS&D. The forging of the relationship thus began. Over the years, it has deepened into friendships with this growing family. Three large celebrations have been held at Knox. This photo was taken in April at a breaking of the Ramadan Fast and a milestone birthday party for a family member. Members of the Knox Refugee Committee were also in attendance.
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