Prince Albert Christian Radio Corporation

November 1st
Tonight I attended a meeting of the new organization - Prince Albert Christian Radio Corporation. The meeting started with Praise and Worship, then information about the new ministry. The intention is to start a Christian Radio Station in Prince Albert. This organization has a covenant relationship with Care Broadcast Radio Association, operating as CIAM - http://www.ciam.ciamradio.com/. This ministry will assist Prince Albert Christian Radio Corporation under the planned name Victory FM Radio to get on the air in Prince Albert Area.
For a sampling of the programming that could be available check out the Listen Live link at http://ciam.ciamradio.com/player.php. I paid a yearly membership. There is lots of areas of volunteering or ministry opportunities available with this ministry.

Rick Lett

For some time now I have wanted to give a positive review of Rick Lett's new CD. Now I think I have all the ducks lined up to actually do it. Firstly, I am biased. Rick Lett is a good friend of mine. We have participated in musical and Christian activities together. I don't want Rick's music to fall between the cracks because some people don't know what label to put on it. The guitar work is superb. The words of the songs are powerful and penetrating to one's mind and soul. Check out his URL to find out more.
http://ricklettmusic.googlepages.com/
Please take a moment to read the words of the songs on this CD and also click on the sample songs to listen to a few of the songs.
For one day I accidentally posted incorrect information about the proceeds of the CD.
Here is the correct information directly from Rick:
-----Original Message-----
From: R F Lett

Sent: Sunday, November 04, 2007 5:06 PM
To: Art Pederson

Subject: CD review
Hi again, Art
I went to your blog last night, and I would like to thank you for your kind words. One minor thing you should know - the debt is now paid off for the church, so CD sales are being used to pay off my own debts re. making the CD now. I am actually hoping to be able to make a partial go of this music thing, and maybe even just stay a half-time teacher, and spend the rest of my time doing what I feel I do best - combining music with teaching about God reaching out to people today. That sounds way more noble than saying that CD sales are for my own finances now, but both ways of putting are the truth.
Rick

I'm learning this blogging stuff

Tonight I figured out how to add the picture with the text... I found the picture icon above. Now I just need to find the pictures for my blog topics :)

Happy 40th Wedding Anniversary to the Sturgesses

From the Diocese of Saskatchewan Website:

Happy 40th Wedding Anniversary to the Sturgesses
Thursday, October 25, 2007 at 08:55PMAdministrator
We offer our hearty congratulations and every blessing to Wayne & Janet Sturgess who celebrate their 40th wedding anniversary this Sunday October 28. Fr. Sturgess is the Rector of Tisdale, SK.

Sunday in Shellbrook

Sunday, October 28th, I left Prince Albert at 4:30pm to drive to Shellbrook. I arrived around 5:00 pm. With just a short wait, I was seated at a table at Knox United Church for a roast beef supper. It was a good supper and very friendly atmosphere. After supper, I drove over to the Shellbrook Pentecostal Assembly in preparation for our Men's Chorus Concert at 7:30 pm. I arrived there just before 6:00 pm and groups were already rehearsing. The local men's quartet comprising of 2 members of the Parkland 4 and Shellbrook members of the Men's Chorus were the first up. Then a trio of Lyndon, Murray, and Jack (without Jack because he was still helping at the United Church Supper) rehearsed their bluegrass gospel numbers, then the Men's Chorus Quartet rehearsed and then the Men's Chorus. There were people arriving for the concert over an hour before the start time.

The Concert began at 7:30 pm to a full house. Lyndon was the MC and did a great job. It was a great Concert and well received by the Shellbrook crowd. The pastor before closing the concert in prayer (grace for the coffee and cookies) announced that there was approximately 225 people in attendance and the free will offering had raised close to $2,000 towards the Shellbrook Hospital Building Fund.

The Shellbrook Pentecostal Church is a very attractive, comfortable church to sing in. The pews are padded and comfortable. I found the accoustics lively for singing. The fellowship hall at the back of the sanctuary is wide open to the sanctuary, so is perfect for accommodating overflow crowds.

Many stayed for the fellowship time after the concert. The selection of cookies was great. I sat with a couple from Canwood, that had a family connection with the Andrews family, and with another couple who was related to the other Art Peterson VE5IP.

I started for home at 10:00 pm and realized just east of Shellbrook, that I had forgotten my music binder. I drove back and found it and headed back home, making it home by 10:45 pm., still glowing inside from a wonderful evening of music and fellowship.

Men's Prayer Breakfast - Saturday October 20th Community Bible Church

Reuben Wendland was the guest speaker and he brought with him an interesting collection of old Canadian Currency and Automobile license plates. Joel Dubourt from my Men's Bible Study was able to make it as well. I had to leave for work before it was over, but we did pray for Lloyd Glass who is in St. Paul's Hospital in Saskatoon with Gallbladder problems.

My Jimmy - 2

Well, the damage in the Transfer Case was more extensive than first thought. Randy had to order in the part. It will be much better quality than what was originally in there. Not mechanically inclined so won't go into any detail. Should have the Jimmy back before I am finished my day at work at the CO-OP tomorrow. Managing to function with one car, so far.

My Jimmy

Yesterday, I had an interesting day with my 1999 Jimmy. I backed out of my driveway and came to an abrupt stop when I saw a small city bus approaching. When I went to drive away when safe to do so, I noticed a loud scary grinding sound coming from under the car. At the earliest convenience I left it with Walters Service. They were kind enough to give me a loaner car to drive. They phoned me back in about 2 hours to tell me the noise was coming from the Transfer box. I would have to take it to a transmission shop. I picked it up and drove it to Randy's Transmission because the owner's wife is my second cousin. I thought I better carry my Lubrico Auto Warranty in with me. I met with Randy and he informed me that he is a Lubrico Repair Depot. He phoned them and talked to them and I did as well. They assured me that the vehicle was covered. I had a nice visit with Randy's wife Tracey while waiting for things, and I take the Jimmy in Thursday to be repaired. Thank God for the Lubrico Warranty, and that Randy's Transmission is a Repair Depot. Whewh!! What a relief.

Fall Supper - St. Mark's Catholic Church

We had a multiple choice of which Fall Suppers to attend today. We chose to attend the Fall Supper at St. Mark's Catholic Church. It has been a favourite of ours for a few years now. We joined Diane's sister Margaret and George outside the church and George treated us all.

Finale Songwriter

This week I have started experimenting with arranging music with this new program. I am starting the Canticles in the Anglican Psalter. The object is to line up the words with the music for each verse. Richard Smith sent me a template to start with and I have consulted with Bob Gibson. I have successfully finished Cantate Domino and have finished the music and filling in the verses for Surge Illuminare. Lots to learn but with local help including my daughter and online help, I should be able to solve most problems as they develop.
Eventually, as I get more familiar with the software, I plan to arrange sacred music for male voices.

My Aquarium

The 2 guppies seem to like spending most of their time in the mid to upper level of my tank. At least they seem to have adjusted to life in my aquarium.

My Aquarium

I added two guppies with colorful tailfins to my aquarium. one has a yellow with spotted black tail fin. The other has a flourescent blue tinge on his tailfin. They are blending in well with my pleco, two loaches and two glowlights, especially the the glowlights, which are about the same size.

Farewell Supper for the Bellerbys - September 18th

Food and Fellowship was great at St. David's Anglican Church as we bid farewell to Guy Bellerby and his family, who are heading off to Nanoose Bay, BC. There was more toasting than roasting as people shared stories of their experiences with Guy and his family. I joined Dan Stroman and Randy Friesen in a rousing rendition of Glory and Love to the Men of Old, which Dan and Randy had recently sung to Guy on the golf course during the OK Hjertaas Tournament. I shared with Guy privately afterwards, that although he had a reputation of being Pharisaic on the Golf Course, it was also against the rules for him to help me line up my putts, which I very much appreciated and would greatly miss. St. David's and our Men's Bible Study will greatly miss Guy. We wish Guy and the his family God's richest blessing in their new home.

Retirement Party for Wilf and Sharon Gaertner

This post was moved from another blog, so hence the lack of chronology.
Tuesday, September 4, 2007

Monday Evening September 3, 2007The Community Bible Church hosted a wonderful evening celebrating the retirement of their pastor, Rev. Wilf Gaertner and his wife Sharon. Lots of great music and great words spoken by friends of his time (9 years) here in P.A. He was my mother's pastor the two years she spent in P.A. before she passed away, so we visited the church on special occasions. I also participate in the Men's Breakfasts hosted alternately between Community Bible and First Baptist Church. As well, Wilf joined our Men's Chorus last year and his rich baritone voice will be very much missed. A number of the Men's Chorus were able to be in attendance for this special evening. Wilf and Sharon will be moving into a new home when it is completed in Martensville, Sk. (just north of Saskatoon). We wish them both God's richest blessing in this new adventure in their lives.
Posted by Art A Pederson at 4:11 PM 0 comments

Monday, September 17th

What a change in the weather - depressing heavy overcast with intermittent periods of drizzle all day and still going on at 11:00 pm. I went to Fountain of Life School of Ministry this morning to share a devotional. I chose to read an article from an issue of Sharing Magazine about God's Presence and Healing. This evening I went to our Men's Chorus Practice, but did not go out for Coffee with the Ham guys due to the miserable weather. Sure hope it clears up so that we can carry on with our plans to go golfing at Waskesiu tomorrow morning.

Sunday, September 16th

Weather on Sunday was a beautiful summer day - reaching 27c with lots of sunshine. In the evening, I walked the few blocks to St. George's Anglican Church for the first Order of St. Luke Service for the new fall season. Majority of people were tired, so we had a shortened service, offering prayers of healing, but not laying on of hands or anointing with oil. There was a good time of fellowship, with people lingering to visit after the service.

St. Christopher's, Christopher Lake, celebrates anniversary

Here is a report of the 75th Anniversary of St. Christopher's Anglican Church, Christopher Lake, SK. Diane and I were fortunate to be able to attend the Saturday night banquet and Larry Krause Concert following the banquet.
http://www.skdiocese.com/home/2007/9/12/st-christophers-christopher-lake-celebrates-anniversary.html

Prince Albert Men's Chorus

The Men's Chorus started up its 2007-2008 Season Monday night 7:30 pm (always the 1st Monday night following the Labour Day Weekend). It is directed by Bob Gibson and our accompanist is his wife, Lorna. We practised some new pieces and some old ones. We will be preparing for a concert in Shellbrook in gratitude for the number of members of the Chorus that make the weekly trip from that area to be a part of our chorus. I sing 1st Tenor.

Fall Season Sunday Opener - September 9th

St. Alban's celebrated Harvest Thanksgiving Sunday with a Potluck Dinner after the 10:30 am service. We had display tables featuring all the ministries and activities going on at the Cathedral and a few others that we would like to get started like a Men's Fellowship Group. I manned the Lay Reader's Display table.

CO-OP Staff Golf Tournament Sunday September 9th

I entered in the CO-OP Staff Golf Tournament. Our Team tied for second place with a +4 for 9 holes. I won the Men's closest to the Pin taking home a Corner Gas Football Jersey. It was a huge extra large so I exchanged it this morning for a Corner Gas Golf Shirt. Supper following included BBq T-Bone Steak, baked potato and lots of fresh veggies and salads. The weather was a balmy 17c with lots of sunshine.

St. George's Centennial Weekend Celebrations

St. George's Anglican Church is celebrating 100 years this weekend. Tonight Diane and I attended the banquet at Ecole Valois. The program included a skit written/directed by Rev. Tracey Smith recalling the very early beginnings of St. George's. A number of long-time faithful members were honoured. Guest speaker was Bishop Peter Mason who had know Rev. David Smith as a young member of his congregation in Halifax and again when he was principal of Wycliffe College and Rev. David Smith was a student. We were seated at a centre table near the stage across from Les and Pat Martin. Les was my former boss at Prince Albert Flight Services. It was nice to have the opportunity to visit with them. Diane and I were married in the old St. George's Church on 1st Street East in 1970. I also regularly attend the weekly Wednesday morning Eucharist Service, picking up longtime faithful member Thomas Settee and assisting in service with reading the Epistle Lesson and acting as Server.

Advantage of Working at the CO-OP

Today my childhood buddy who recently moved to Shellbrook from Thompson, Manitoba dropped by the CO-OP. We arranged a tentative Day of Golf at Waskesiu later in September. Weather permitting, September is a good time to go to Waskesiu, with lots of Elk on the Golf Course.

Grandpa Duties

Last week and again this week, I have been going to my daughter's house to look after the grandkids prior to them walking to school. I have to be there by 8:00 am and make sure they are on the way to school by 8:30 am, set the alarm and lock-up. This morning worked perfect for meeting up with Dan Stroman to head out to the Golf Course. Tomorrow morning will be more difficult, since I am supposed to be at my Men's Bible Study a few blocks away from my daughter's house from 7:30 am to 8:30 am. I may have time to drop by for a cup of coffee with the guys on my way to my daughter's house, but breakfast and Bible Study doesn't look possible. Normally, their next door neighbour would be looking out for the grandkids, but they haven't returned from a holiday in Ontario. Coincidentally, the neighbours are Pastor Daniel and Lisa Graham from the Free Methodist Church. Daniel usually attends our Men's Bible Study.

Great Day for Golf

Dan Stroman and I teed off at 9:00 am at Kachur's Golf Course. Keep in mind 9:00 am is an early tee time for me. We talked Patti into accepting Dan's Gift Certificate (with her signature) as a paid green fee to go along with my payment to allow me to use a free golf cart rental coupon. First 2 balls I didn't make over the water on the first tee. I ended up with 57 after first 9, but did better playing the back 9 with a 48 and 105 total. Dan played better on the front 9 with a 51 and took a 12 on #17 to make the game closer. His back 9 score was 53 even with the 12 so he beat me by one stroke. More importantly, it was a great day for golf... A bit windy, but lots of sunshine and shirt sleeve after the first few holes.

Men of the Way

Well, the fall season must be getting into swing. Tonight we started up our Men of the Way Men's Chorus at St. Alban's Cathedral for another year. 6 of us showed up for the first practice, but we have around 10 members in the group. One gentleman comes up from Saskatoon to be a part of the group. We will be singing regularly once a month in the Worship Service and various engagements in the community.