A Belated Thank You

I realised I had not written a note on the blog about the conclusion of my time in Labrador other than the postings about the Summer Camp we ran in July, and to pass on my sincere thanks for the truly wonderful time I enjoyed in Labrador.

The end of camp also sadly signalled the end of my time in Labrador (for now), and I departed home for England via Vancouver. I have had an enjoyable month back home catching up with friends and family and it has been a real privilege to be able to speak about the wonderful experiences and people I met in Nain, Hopedale, Makkovik and Happy Valley Goose Bay.

My 11 months in Labrador was a truly life changing experience and I genuinely loved every moment, from getting used to the cold weather, to trying new foods, to being involved in Church and community life.

I wish I could write every single persons name from every community as way of thanks but that would take far too long, but my thanks and prayers are with you all.

I can be personally contacted on russjw@hotmail.com. One day I do hope to return to Labrador and spend more time with you all, God willing, I will just have to be patient and see what the future holds.

The Moravian Church in Britain & Ireland are now sending me to South Africa to help work with a Church in District 6 of Cape Town, a different type of challenge, and this winter won’t feel the same without the snow, skidoo, and seal skin gloves!

I miss you all,
Yours in Christ,
Br Russell Winfield

Moravian First Nations Outreach

The first meeting of the Moravian First Nations Outreach will be held in Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin on October 5.

This is the same time and place as the meeting of the Board of World Mission.

Loren Jendro, Will Sibert, Bishop Paul Graf and Sabina Hunter will be there.

Labrador Fishery Legacy Workshop

Each year the Battle Harbour Historic Trust organizes the Labrador
Fishery Legacy Workshop. The topic for the 2007 workshop is the role of
the churches in the lives of people who lived and worked on the coast of
Labrador and made their living from this incredible fishing industry.
Guest speakers will present a series of talks on a variety of topics
including the Anglican and Roman Catholic Churches in Southern Labrador,
the Moravian Church on the North Coast, the influences of itinerant
ministers and clergy, and other topics related to the significance of
the Churches in the coastal communities.

2007 is an ideal time for this workshop as it is the 150th anniversary
of the consecration of St. James the Apostle Anglican Church at Battle
Harbour. The Trust, in conjunction with the Anglican Church, is
planning a celebration to mark this historic occasion. The workshop
will coincide with the celebrations which will take place on Sunday,
August 19.

For more on Battle Harbour information please visit www.battleharbour.com

For more information on the workshop or traveling to Battle Harbour,
call Gordon Slade (Chair, Battle Harbour Historic Trust) at 709-728-6329
or email gordonslade@yahoo.ca or information@battleharbour.com

Revd Sam Propsom

Many of you will know the news of Revd Sam Propsom's recent ill health, here is a link to keep up to date with his progress:

http://www.caringbridge.org/visit/samuelpropsom

Please keep Sam, Debbie and all the family in your prayers.