"Returning from Exile"- 53rd Weekend 2000

"53rd transforms us into what I think is a part of God's dream" - 53rd Weekend participant, 1999

Come be a part of God's dream!

Theme speaker
Archbishop David Crawley, Diocese of Kootenay

The Most Rev'd David Crawley brings to the 53rd Weekend 40 years of ordained ministry in the Anglican Church having focused his work in Western Canada after completing his B.A. at the University of Manitoba and his Honours L.Th. at St. John's College. Before being consecrated bishop in 1990 and archbishop in 1994, David served in many capacities as a Rector, Canon Missioner, Projects Director, University Chaplain as well as a CBC Interviewer and Editor!

Archbishop Crawley will focus his energy discussing "The People of God - Returning from Exile" our theme for the weekend. The mountainous land of Kootenay offers many challenges to see the wider community. "We in the mountains tend to only see horizons." he says. With careful direction the Archbishop sees his diocese as a faith community looking beyond its borders where everyone is empowered to 'mutual ministry' and 'ministry of all the baptized'. David will expand on the meditations he began at the "Living the Covenant" conference in Minneapolis last June.

"A dynamic and prophetic speaker." Patti Carlisle, Renison Institute of Ministry

Celebrating the Covenant - Debbie Lou Ludolf - In Concert

Baptized Anglican, confirmed United and married to a Lutheran Pastor, 'ecumenical' is the only real word to describe this dynamic vocal teacher, musician and performer. Drawing on the many different faith communities that have shaped Debbie Lou's life, it is her joy to celebrate the different gifts of those communities and the unity in Christ that they share. Debbie Lou's musical talents are enjoyed at Wilfrid Laurier University where she teaches. She is a sought after teacher, soloist, speaker and adjudicator. Debbie Lou uses her ecumenical background to focus on the unifying force of Jesus Christ in todays church.

Debbie Lou will share her faith story in song during a Saturday evening concert using many forms of sacred music. We will enjoy her stories, her music and her call to celebrate the gift of God's love experienced through music, scripture, creation and people. She will also lead the elective "Singing With Freedom".

Saturday, May 13, 2000 - 8:00 p.m.
Kingsmill Hall, Huron College
Join the 53rd Weekend participants in this exciting concert event!

Family Program... New for 2000!

Families with pre-teen children are a big part of the ministry of 53rd and this year we have a new and exciting program planned! The children will be very busy participating in activities planned just for them during our theme speaker's addresses and elective time. The children will be involved in games, arts & crafts, drama, music and snacks both indoors and out! Bring your play clothes and prepare for more excitement than you can handle! Parents are free to enjoy their own elective knowing that their children are in the capable hands of our Diocese's Best Youth Coordinators.

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