2016 News Stories
Check out the news stories from 2016 below.
You'll read about Tony Stuart our new Music Director, concerts, the Maple Run Studio Tour, Church Camp and more.
You'll read about Tony Stuart our new Music Director, concerts, the Maple Run Studio Tour, Church Camp and more.
Welcoming Tony Stuart
January 3, 2016
January 3, 2016
The search committee is pleased to announce that we have selected Tony Stuart of Appleton as our new Director of Music. Tony is the Music Director at Notre Dame High School in Carlton Place where he teaches music, directs several school ensembles and in 2009, was the recipient of the Majic 100 Golden Apple Award for Teaching Excellence.
Tony completed his music degree in Orchestral Performance at Wilfrid Laurier University, and upon completion of his studies accepted a position as a professional musician with the Canadian Armed Forces.
Tony is also an active freelance professional musician, performing on clarinet, saxophones, piano, and vocals. At the moment he is clarinetist with The Rideau Lakes Chamber Orchestra and The Somerset Combo.
Tony has 16 years of experience as a music director in church settings and will be leaving his position at Zion-Memorial United Church in Carleton Place to come to St. Andrew’s.
Tony also has theatre experience. He has been involved with the Mississippi Mudds Theatre Company in Carleton Place where his responsibilities included teaching music to the chorus and leads, and coordinating with the pit leader to ensure smooth performances.
Tony is married to Cynthia, and they have three boys: Matt, Austin, and John.
Tony started with us on January 3, 2015. Please join us for a potluck reception for him on January 10, 2016 so we can all give him a warm St. Andrew’s welcome.
Tony completed his music degree in Orchestral Performance at Wilfrid Laurier University, and upon completion of his studies accepted a position as a professional musician with the Canadian Armed Forces.
Tony is also an active freelance professional musician, performing on clarinet, saxophones, piano, and vocals. At the moment he is clarinetist with The Rideau Lakes Chamber Orchestra and The Somerset Combo.
Tony has 16 years of experience as a music director in church settings and will be leaving his position at Zion-Memorial United Church in Carleton Place to come to St. Andrew’s.
Tony also has theatre experience. He has been involved with the Mississippi Mudds Theatre Company in Carleton Place where his responsibilities included teaching music to the chorus and leads, and coordinating with the pit leader to ensure smooth performances.
Tony is married to Cynthia, and they have three boys: Matt, Austin, and John.
Tony started with us on January 3, 2015. Please join us for a potluck reception for him on January 10, 2016 so we can all give him a warm St. Andrew’s welcome.
A Message from Tony
"I am very much looking forward to meeting all of you sometime in the coming weeks, and I can't wait to get started as your Music Director in January. We'll be hitting the ground running, and on behalf of the choir I hope you find that our music-making enriches your worship experience. See you soon!"
Welcome Reception for Cynthia and Tony Stuart
Sunday, January 10, 2016
We gave a warm St. Andrew's welcome to our new Music Director Tony Stuart and his wife Cynthia on Sunday, January 10, 2016.
The potluck luncheon reception was well attended. Tony had just introduced a very jazzy, upbeat version of Walk with Me to send us on our way so all were in a buoyant mood.
The potluck luncheon reception was well attended. Tony had just introduced a very jazzy, upbeat version of Walk with Me to send us on our way so all were in a buoyant mood.
Stay tuned for the exciting plans Tony has in store for us in 2016.
Guests of Honour
Cynthia and Tony Stuart
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Songs of the Misty Isles
Sunday, February 28, 2016
Sunday, February 28, 2016
On Sunday, February 28, 2016, St. Andrew's welcomed Mary Muckle, Julie Leduc, Marilyn Jenkins and the Ottawa Youth Harp Ensemble. A full house was treated to superb harp music and poetry from Wales, Brittany, Scotland and Ireland.
The audience was treated to tea breads and refreshments after the concert catered by the hard working ladies of St. Andrew's.
Proceeds will be split between the Syrian Refugee Committee of Mississippi Mills and St. Andrew's
The audience was treated to tea breads and refreshments after the concert catered by the hard working ladies of St. Andrew's.
Proceeds will be split between the Syrian Refugee Committee of Mississippi Mills and St. Andrew's
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Stewart Hall Gets a Fresh Coat of Paint
Monday, March 7, 2016
Mike Fingland and Ken Souiere hard at work patching and painting Stewart Hall.
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14th Annual Maple Run Studio Tour
Saturday, April 2 and Sunday, April 3, 2016
St. Andrew's played host to several artisans on Saturday, April 2 and Sunday, April 3.
Many visitors explored our picturesque village during the 14th annual Maple Run Studio Tour.
Many talented local artists and artisans displayed their art and works at nine tour stops at the 14th annual Maple Run Studio Tour. Artists were located in century-old homes, the historic Pakenham General Store, St. Andrew's beautiful stone church , a working glass blowing studio, a brewery and other fascinating venues. The scenery and local sites such as the Pakenham five-span stone bridge were a bonus.
Many visitors explored our picturesque village during the 14th annual Maple Run Studio Tour.
Many talented local artists and artisans displayed their art and works at nine tour stops at the 14th annual Maple Run Studio Tour. Artists were located in century-old homes, the historic Pakenham General Store, St. Andrew's beautiful stone church , a working glass blowing studio, a brewery and other fascinating venues. The scenery and local sites such as the Pakenham five-span stone bridge were a bonus.
Mini-concert Sunday
Sunday, April 3, 2016
As part of St. Andrew's concert series we enjoyed our first Mini-concert Sunday this week with guest performers Tony Stewart on clarinet and Max Donaldson on piano.
The duo treated those gathered to some great jazz music that was appreciated by all.
We will enjoy Mini-concert Sundays the first Sunday of each month between 10:30 am and service start at 11 am. There will be an eclectic choice of music from jazz to fiddle to spirituals and everything in between. Stay tuned for more!
The duo treated those gathered to some great jazz music that was appreciated by all.
We will enjoy Mini-concert Sundays the first Sunday of each month between 10:30 am and service start at 11 am. There will be an eclectic choice of music from jazz to fiddle to spirituals and everything in between. Stay tuned for more!
Spring Cleaning Blitz
April 27, 2016
Stop by and take a look at the results!
Margie Argue thanks all who participated in a big way to clean and declutter our beautiful church.
Margie said, "Mission accomplished! Thanks so much to all of you for your hard work during our spring cleaning blitz. St. Andrew’s was in dire need of some long overdue attention and we certainly got lots of corners and cupboards
de-cluttered and cleaned out. As they say, many hands make light work. St. Andrew’s appreciates all your efforts."
Margie said, "Mission accomplished! Thanks so much to all of you for your hard work during our spring cleaning blitz. St. Andrew’s was in dire need of some long overdue attention and we certainly got lots of corners and cupboards
de-cluttered and cleaned out. As they say, many hands make light work. St. Andrew’s appreciates all your efforts."
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It's important to feed your volunteers before you put them to work.
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Looks like everyone got their fill.
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Stewart Hall gets a thorough cleaning.
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The Choir Room gets decluttered and cleaned out. What a difference!
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Cheryl and Louise armed and ready to go!
Church Camp 2016
August 22 - 26
Church Camp was a big success in 2016. Jointly sponsored by St. Andrew's, Zion Cedar Hill, St. Mark's and St. Peter's Celestine, the camp was enjoyed by one and all. Camp Leaders welcomed, on average, 30 children each day. The program was jam-packed with singing, crafts, games and adventures around the village.
Our thanks to the many people who worked very hard to make it all a success.
Special thanks to Terry MacHardy, Official Photographer of Church Camp
Our thanks to the many people who worked very hard to make it all a success.
Special thanks to Terry MacHardy, Official Photographer of Church Camp
The Leader Team
Day One: Belonging
Songs, crafts and games
Songs, crafts and games
Day Two: Keeping Others from Harm
Learning about the people who keep us safe and help us when we need them
Learning about the people who keep us safe and help us when we need them
Day Three: Love
Day Four: Sharing and Helping
Visiting all the churches in Pakenham
Visiting all the churches in Pakenham
Day Five: Friendship
So many fun games to end our fun camp!
So many fun games to end our fun camp!
