1. education
2. graduate school
3. college

Conne ions
knox college • Preparing faithful servants of Jesus Christ
Changing
Times
also:
• Alumni/ae Profiles
• Asian Centre Update
• Dead Sea Scrolls
volume 17, issue 1 • winter
2010
principal’s message
Responding to change in creative ways
J. Dorcas Gordon
I
have been privileged during the past
four years to serve on the Board
of Directors of the Association
of Theological Schools (ats). An
association of 250 plus member schools
in North America, the ats is responsible
for ensuring excellence in theological
education through regular accrediting
visits and leadership training programs.
Accredited since 1947, Knox College’s
next regular review will take place
in 2011.
Every two years, members of the
Association meet together at a biennial
conference where a significant part
of the meeting focuses on visioning
and strategic planning. This work has
become even more critical in these
increasingly uncertain times — times
that challenge theological schools not
only financially, but equally in terms of
the ongoing changes in religious life in
North America.
The theme identified for the 2010
ATS biennial, The Future Has Arrived:
Changing Theological Education in
2
connexions • winter, 2010
a Changed World, captures some of
these changes: “Old privileges that
our culture has traditionally extended
to Christian churches have weakened.
Many denominations are in decline,
others have gained in strength and, in
still others, congregations are carrying
out their mission with little thought
for a denominational relationship.
The growth of Christianity has moved
from North America and Europe to
the Global South. Technology has
led to the personal computer, the
Internet and the virtual stress of virtual
availability.” In the words of the ats:
“Much has changed and more changes
are on the way.”
Much has changed and more
changes are on the way. For me, this
is a phrase full of hope and challenge.
Yes, much has changed at Knox and we
have worked hard to respond to change
in creative ways.
While the building may appear the
same, much in the life of the College
has changed. The student demographics
now represent a wider variety of ethnic,
linguistic, vocational and theological
diversity. This change creates a learning
community that is dynamic and alive,
but also it is a change that needs to be
nurtured and cultivated in order for the
community to thrive.
Since I became Principal almost 11
years ago, the turnover in our Faculty
has been almost 100%. The men and
women who now prepare students for
various forms of ministry have come to
their positions in the midst of profound
cultural and religious shifts. They bring
to their work a variety of ministerial
experiences and cultural backgrounds
that have helped the College respond to
change. In their research and teaching,
they give hopeful leadership as the
College prepares itself to confront the
changes that are just around the corner.
We have listened carefully and
continue to listen and participate with
the rest of the church, as together we
explore requirements for ministry,
both ordained and lay. In response,
at Knox we have developed a greater
variety of programs and a pattern of
online delivery, in an effort to support
a denomination with the membership
spread out over 5000 miles with widely
differing regional needs. The result is
the development of two new degrees
(Master of Theological Studies and
Master of Religious Education), and
a series of lay certificate programs,
residential, as well as by extension and
online. We are presently planning to
extend our online offerings in both the
M.Div. and Lay programs.
Much has changed and yes, more
changes are on the way. How hopeful
we are that the response we have already
made to change will give us insight and
wisdom for what is on the way. There is
much that is unknown, but then again
has it ever been otherwise for God’s
people? For us at Knox, this means
always seeking ways to be faithful in
preparing women and men to provide
leadership, ordained, designated or
lay, in congregations, in chaplaincy, in
teaching or mission work, in Canada or
wherever God calls.
In friendship,
J. Dorcas Gordon
Principal
Look for the Korean translation of the
Principal’s Message on page 17 and
the Chinese translation on page 18.
Preparing faithful servants of Jesus Christ • knox college
Conne ions
volume
17, issue 1 • winter
Faces up front
Eileen Schuller
“…they rescue Christianity from
false claims of originality…and
lead us back to a new grasp of its
true foundation in the person and
events of its Messiah.”
2010
Conne ions
knox college
• Preparing faithful servants of Jesus Christ
volume 17, issue 1 •
winter
see story page 4
2010
Jonathan Kwon
“Ministers need to build bridges over
which people who are un-churched
can easily and meaningfully enter
into the church life, without us
having to sacrifice our Biblical focus
or our Reformed convictions.”
Changing
Times
see story page 7
also:
• alumni Profiles
• asian Centre Update
• Dead sea scrolls
John Derksen
“I’m reminded of my uncle who,
upon his retirement from practice
as a surgeon, said he wished
he could do it all over again —
because he had enjoyed it so
much the first time.”
The Knox College Choir reunites to say
farewell to Prof. John Derksen in Dec. ‘09.
— Photo by Michelle Kim.
ConneXions is published twice per year for graduates and
friends of Knox College and knoxfra (Knox Former Residents
Association). We welcome news of grads, friends and former
residents and your comments and suggestions.
see story page 10
For address changes, please include the mailing portion of
ConneXions with your correspondence. Please send comments
and change of address to:
The Development Office
Knox College
59 St. George Street
Toronto, ON M5S 2E6
Tel: 416.978.4500
Fax: 416.971.2133
Email: knox.college@utoronto.ca
In this issue
Principal’s Message..............................................................2
Dead Sea Scrolls...............................................................4–5
Visit Knox on the Internet at www.utoronto.ca/knox
Alumni/ae News............................................................... 6–7
Knox College respects your privacy. We do not rent, trade or sell
our mailing lists. If you do not wish to receive this publication,
please contact us at 416-978-6228 or knox.college@utoronto.ca.
kega & knoxfra Updates................................................8
Knox College is a Theological College of The Presbyterian
Church in Canada, federated with the University of Toronto,
and a founding member of the Toronto School of Theology.
As a seminary of the Reformed tradition, it has ecumenical
relationships with the World Alliance of Reformed Churches,
the World Council of Churches, The Canadian Council of
Churches, as well as partnerships with various seminaries in
the global community. Knox holds its accreditation through
the Association of Theological Schools.
Photo Credits: Marie Ainey, Robert Anderson, Michelle Kim,
Anne Kwon, Joyce Wong.
Board Message.....................................................................9
Faculty News................................................................10–11
Asian Centre Update................................................... 12–13
Student News.....................................................................14
Clergy Care.........................................................................16
Principal’s Message Translation................................. 17–18
Calendar of Events............................................................19
knox college • Preparing faithful servants of Jesus Christ
winter, 2010 • connexions
3
dead sea scrolls
“… they rescue
Christianity from
false claims of
originality…and
lead us back to a
new grasp of its true
foundation in the
person and events
of its Messiah.”
Photo courtesy of
Israel Antiquities Authority
the dead sea scrolls…
are very much ALIVE!
n By Wendy Campbell
O
ctober 24th provided a
wonderful treat for the almost
300 guests attending Knox
College’s Dead Sea Scrolls event, “Come
Sea & Believe,” held in conjunction with
the Royal Ontario Museum’s (rom)
Dead Sea Scrolls exhibit. The College
was very fortunate to have Dr. Eileen
Schuller, long time friend and colleague
of Principal Gordon, as the keynote
speaker for the day, with a supporting
cast of Knox scholars to complete
the programme.
Introduced at her Tannenbaum
lecture at the rom in September
as “part of the royalty of the Dead
Sea Scrolls,” Dr. Schuller opened the
day with a fascinating presentation
4
connexions • winter, 2010
drawing on her career-long passion
for the Scrolls. A Professor of Religious
Studies at McMaster University, one of
the Editors of the Encyclopedia of the
Dead Sea Scrolls and a world-renowned
religious scholar, Dr. Schuller provided
the audience with a very accessible
introduction to the history and
significance of the Scrolls — covering
both the biblical and non-biblical texts.
She enriched and deepened the visit to
the rom for guests with descriptions
of the setting and context in which
the manuscripts were discovered, and
guided participants to watch for a
number of compelling artifacts and
specific texts, relating the material to
our lives as Christians today.
Her talk concluded with the
following remark from Krister Stendahl,
a Lutheran bishop, and one of the
first New Testament scholars to work
seriously with the Scrolls, “It is true to say
that the Scrolls add to the background
of Christianity — indeed they add so
much that we arrive at a point where
they rescue Christianity from false
claims of originality…and lead us back
to a new grasp of its true foundation in
the person and events of its Messiah.”
Many had an opportunity to expand
their knowledge and opinions by
talking informally with Dr. Schuller
throughout the day.
Almost half of the event’s attendees
were able to enjoy both a delicious lunch
Preparing faithful servants of Jesus Christ • knox college
dead sea scrolls
and a thought-provoking talk by Knox
Associate Professor of Old Testament,
Dr. Brian Irwin, in the dining hall prior
to visiting the rom. Those who didn’t
join in the lunch had an earlier entry and
were able to choose a local restaurant.
After visiting the exhibit, attendees
returned to Knox to enjoy mint tea,
lime punch and savoury Mediterranean
treats in the Rotunda. A concluding
session in the Chapel with questions
and discussion led by Eileen Schuller,
Dorcas Gordon, Brian Irwin and
Bradley McLean, Associate Professor
of New Testament, put the finishing
touches on a very satisfying experience
for those in attendance.
This event received incredibly positive
feedback and the College was thrilled
by the turnout and interest in future
such events. Plans are underway for an
education day this fall. Watch for details.
One of many positive comments
about the day came from a former Knox
student who remarked that, as well as
enjoying the content of the programme,
it was good to meet some of the current
Knox academic staff.
Principal Gordon, Professor McLean, Professor Irwin and Dr. Schuller answer
questions in the Chapel
Guests enjoying Professor Irwin’s presentation
knox college • Preparing faithful servants of Jesus Christ
Professor Irwin addresses the lunch
attendees
winter, 2010 • connexions
5
knox ALUMNI/AE NEWS
Knox College has a long-standing tradition of preparing faithful ministers
for service within The Presbyterian Church in Canada. Many of our graduates
are called to congregations large and small, in both urban and rural settings
across the country. In this, and future columns, we want to highlight the work
of our alumni/ae — to celebrate their ministries and wisdom.
alumna profile:
The Rev. Kim Barlow
n By Marie Ainey
B
orn and raised in
To be truly effective in
Tyne Valley, PEI, in
a rural setting, she believes
that a minister needs to
a village of less than
250 people, The Rev. Kim
be visible and active in the
Barlow is no stranger to
larger community, especially
small communities.
in seeing the members of
her congregation outside
After graduating from
of church. To do that, she
Knox College’s M.Div.
participates in the village’s
Program in 2001, Kim was
ready to leave the hustle and
local committees and events.
bustle of Toronto behind
“This helps to increase the
profile of the church and
and return to the slower pace
allows rural ministers to
of life that the East Coast
make contact with people
offers. In 2002, she accepted
the call to a two-point
they would never have met
charge in New Brunswick
otherwise.”
through Canada Ministries
Although she credits her
rural upbringing, she also
of The Presbyterian Church
says that the Faculty, staff
in Canada to St. Peter’s The Rev. Kim Barlow (second row, second from right) and the
and courses, along with
Presbyterian Church in congregation of St. Paul’s
the student community
Stanley and St. Paul’s in
Williamsburg. Although she never helped to develop her plan for St. Peter’s. at Knox College, were critical in
thought she’d live in New Brunswick She has focused on her church being an her development as a Minister. Her
and had only accepted a six-month open and welcoming place, and calls education at the College, as well as a
contract, she settled into the small upon the congregation to assist her in placement at a downtown Toronto
village of Stanley. During her time there, reaching out to the broader community, church, helped her to see her gifts for
she has seen the two congregations especially those who have left or strayed ministry and it is here that she began to
merge into St. Peter’s, she has settled for various reasons.
develop them.
into life as a minister and has become
In fellowship with members of
“A rural ministry allows you greater
firmly planted in the community.
her congregation, Kim has created a freedom, a greater sense of community
“Stanley is a great community with solid community and is pleased that and more experience,” says Kim.
wonderful people,” says Kim. “Everyone it has been built through well-known “Although the more that you can get
knows everyone.” It is this sense of and simple rural life practices such as under your belt before you leave Knox,
familiarity and communal caring that in-home visits and pot luck dinners.
the better!”
6
connexions • winter, 2010
Preparing faithful servants of Jesus Christ • knox college
knox ALUMNI/AE NEWS
alumnus profile:
The Rev. Jonathan Kwon
n By Marie Ainey
T
he Rev. Jonathan Kwon arrived
in Canada from Korea in 2000
and while pursuing his studies at
Knox, was introduced to the Synod of
Saskatchewan. After two summers serving
as a student minister there, he realized he
had a passion for rural ministry.
Following his graduation in 2005, he
was called to serve at Trinity Presbyterian
Church in Grenfell, Saskatchewan, a
small and predominantly Caucasian
community with a population of 1,150.
Located 120 kilometres east of Regina,
Grenfell lies nestled just off the TransCanada highway.
“As a Korean-Canadian, my passion
for rural ministry was inspired by
a sense of gratitude for the work
that Canadian missionaries did in
Korea 100 years ago,” he says. Since
graduating with his M.Div. degree, he
has been the Minister at Trinity as well
as serving as Interim Moderator at two
other congregations.
Jonathan has found that there can be
resistance to change in his community,
but by acting as a bridge-builder, he
believes one can connect the people to the
church and help both to evolve. “Many
people today, especially the younger
generation, do not come to church
because it is a boring place for them.
They think of the church as a funeral
home, a nursing home, a wedding hall
or a museum,” he says. “I think ministers
need to build bridges over which people
who are un-churched can easily and
meaningfully enter into the church life,
without us having to sacrifice our Biblical
focus or our Reformed convictions.”
In order to grow Trinity, Jonathan
has initiated a student ministry program
for Bible students from Korea. Over the
community, says “We at Trinity are
extremely fortunate to have Reverend
Jonathan as our Minister. His dynamic
sermons and his advocacy for the
sponsorship of young Bible students
from Korea have truly enriched both
our congregation and our community.”
It is wonderful to hear such high praise
for the cross-cultural ministry work
that Jonathan has undertaken. It is an
avenue that other pcc congregations
are now beginning to embrace.
Much of the credit for growth goes
to
the diverse ways in which Jonathan
The Rev. Jonathan Kwon
is engaging his community, both inside
last four years, 30 students have been and outside of the church’s walls. For
able to experience the Canadian culture this, he is deeply appreciative of the
through this cross-cultural ministry education and encouragement that he
opportunity. These students are able to received at Knox College. He feels that
improve their English language skills his preparation helped him to foster
and find support as they settle into a the wisdom necessary for rural ministry.
pastoral charge, while members of the
In the spirit of giving back, Jonathan
congregation are able to experience the has his own words of encouragement for
Korean culture through the students’ current students, in particular those who
music, Bible studies, mosaic festivals, are considering a rural congregation. “I
Tae-Kwon-Do demonstrations and want to encourage them to have a strong
healing programs. Since instituting passion for ministry. From my present
this cross-cultural program, Trinity has perspective, the passion for ministry is the
doubled its size in just three years.
greatest challenge in the church today. It
is
necessary to develop a model program
The congregation has warmly
received Jonathan. Darnell Fraser-Gaw, for the future of the Church to rediscover
a long-standing member of the Grenfell our identity and our spirituality.”
Youth from the Vacation Bible Study at Trinity Presbyterian Church
knox college • Preparing faithful servants of Jesus Christ
winter, 2010 • connexions
7
knox ALUMNI/AE NEWS
KEGA update
A
t the 135th General Assembly in Hamilton this past June,
the Knox Ewart Graduate Associ­ation (kega) held its
Annual General Meeting, and also had a good turnout for
their annual reception, which was held after the Tuesday
evening sederent. This event continues to provide a great
opportunity for alumni/ae and friends to reconnect with
fellow grads and hear news of the College’s activities and plans.
kega’s focus for this year is to increase its visibility in
the broader Knox community. The Executive committee
has committed to brainstorming the dynamic ways in which
kega can promote the Association and engage its alumni/ae.
Although accommodating the busy schedules of members
has been a challenge for meetings, the desire to involve as
many graduates and promote the relationships between the
College and kega remains strong.
Planning is already well underway for the Reunion Year
Dinner and Graduates Luncheon to be held at Convocation
in May, as well as this year’s Annual General Meeting to be
held at General Assembly in June.
—Katie Campion, President
KNOXFRA update
T
his fall saw the Knox Former
Residents Association (knoxfra)
hold its 15th Dinner and Annual General
Meeting. Sixty guests, including some
current residents, came together to
reconnect, share stories and forge new
friendships.
Following tradition, the guests were
piped into the dining hall where they
enjoyed dinner and lively discussion.
Guest Speaker for this year’s event was
Grant Brown, former Director of the
Canadian Governance Support Office
in Kabul. He gave a highly informative
and engaging illustrated talk on his
years in Afghanistan, Canada’s role
in the peacekeeping efforts, and
reflections on his experience in the
Middle East. It was a candid take on
the situation Canada and its Armed
Forces are facing there.
The evening closed with the agm
where Dr. Sandy Macpherson, President,
reported that steps were underway
to engage current residents in the
knoxfra fellowship. Initiatives
introduced this fall included its first ever
Knox Night at the Movies, a presentation
of Casablanca under the stars in the
quadrangle, as well as welcome packages
for each new resident. Both activities
were well received. Further film nights,
8
connexions • winter, 2010
knoxfra Executive: (Back Row) Lisa Watson, Burl Crone, Sandy Henderson,
Sarah Kaufman, Daniela D’Aniello (Front Row) Bill MacEachern, Sandy Macpherson,
Lindsay Belch, Andy Wood-Gaines
social events to be held outside of
Toronto and ideas for the building’s
100th Anniversary celebration are being
planned. The goal is to increase both
the participation and engagement of
Knox residents from recent years.
The last discussion point at the
agm was the knoxfra By-laws.
When founded, the vision was a freestanding organization. In practice, the
Association has been closely linked
with the College’s Development Office,
and the Executive have decided to
review the By-laws and amend them
to more accurately reflect this current
reality. Those members in attendance
granted the Executive the right to add
members and to undertake further
work on the By-law revisions.
— Sandy Macpherson, President
Preparing faithful servants of Jesus Christ • knox college
Message from the Convener of the Board
Board update
W
ith the New Year celebrations
over and the year off to a fresh
start, the Knox College Board of
Governors is looking forward to and
planning for 2011 and beyond.
Next year will see the College
renewing its accreditation with the
Association of Theological Schools,
a process that is several years in the
making. We have already formed a
steering committee and three working
groups that are working diligently
to ensure our programs meet the
10 required standards, while Knox
continues to prepare the next generation
of ministers, Faculty and theological
thinkers for the pcc.
In 2009, the College welcomed close
to 200 women and men who have
answered a call to ministry. This is the
largest enrolment in our history, and
we project that numbers will continue
to increase in the years to come. With
increased enrolment comes a need for
more Faculty, upgraded facilities and
more resources. Meeting the needs of our
growing community becomes an even
greater challenge as we face shrinking
Government and denominational grants.
The Board, in support of the growth
of the community at Knox College, was
asked to approve a strategic plan at its
February meeting that has two primary
foci: a need for new Faculty and the
upkeep of our facility.
Knox Faculty need to be both inside
of our historic building instructing and
mentoring students, as well as outside
researching, speaking and publishing
to provide the best education for our
students and to promote the academic
integrity of the College. Adding to
our existing complement will not
only meet the needs of our growing
enrolment, but will continue to
provide students with the most diverse
and advanced Reformed theological
education in Canada.
Our excellence in education is
matched by the prestige of the building
which was recently referred to in a Globe
& Mail article as a “1915 masterpiece” and
“the Gothic and glorious Knox College.”
With the 100th Anniversary of the current
building quickly approaching, the
Board wants to ensure that this heritage
building can support the College’s
mission, students and residents for years
to come, while preserving the beauty of
many of its original elements.
With this strategic plan in place, the
Board remains committed to cultivating
our community of excellence and will
continue to ensure that the College has
a solid foundation on which to build.
—John Matheson, Convener
New to Knox
Bob Adams began as Director of
Finance and Administration at the end
of November 2009. Bob is a Certified
General Accountant with many years
of experience as accounting manager
in a for-profit situation. He has also
done volunteer work as treasurer with
his own church community.
Marie Ainey began as Communications
Associate in November 2009. Marie
has a degree in Journalism from
Ryerson University and a postgraduate
certificate in Public Relations from
Humber College. She comes to Knox
after successive positions in both the
public and private sectors.
knox college • Preparing faithful servants of Jesus Christ
Joan Pries began as Chief Librarian
in February, 2010. She comes to
Knox from Vancouver where she has
been working in the Regent College
Library for the past 11 years. She has
a Master of Library and Information
Services Degree from the University
of British Columbia and a Master
of Christian Studies from Regent.
winter, 2010 • connexions
9
faculty news
Farewell to a Friend
n By Marie Ainey
John Derksen
Associate Professor of Church Music
and Worship, Retired
A
fter more than 30 years of
sharing his love of worship
and music with the students of
Knox College, Professor John Derksen
has stepped out of the classroom and
into retirement.
More than 100 current and former
students, Faculty, family and friends
gathered to celebrate his career and
wish him well as he moves into the next
phase of his life at a farewell party held
on December 1. Dorcas Gordon, Art
Van Seters, Stuart Macdonald, Lorna
Prideaux and Nancy Cocks shared
memories, career highlights and tales
‘from the road’ of the Knox College
choir trips; they also noted his great
contributions to the College over the
years and conveyed best wishes on
behalf of all assembled.
“We, the students of Knox, are in debt
to Professor Derksen for his incredible
contributions to the ministries in
The Presbyterian Church in Canada
through his teaching and music over
10
connexions • winter, 2010
the last 33 years,” said m&t President
John Park. “We pray that John will be
richly blessed in his retirement. He will
be greatly missed here at Knox!”
Although he will miss the students,
Faculty and staff, Professor Derksen is
quite proud of his work at the College,
and most notably, his involvement in
the installation of the Wolff organ in the
Chapel. It was this lasting contribution
to the College that Knox decided to
give back to him in the form of an
original painting by Carol Wescott.
In one of his last acts as Knox
College’s Associate Professor of
Church Music and Worship, John led
the College’s annual Advent Service on
December 2, which included a reunion
of members from ‘Knox College
Choirs past.’
The reunion choir was several months
in the making and dubbed as a onenight-only performance. There were
close to 30 past choir members, travelling
from near and far (including Alberta and
Manitoba), gathered together for this
special event, and adding to the spirit
and poignancy of the evening’s service.
John remarked that leading the choir
was one of his fondest memories at Knox
College as it provided an opportunity to
meet and bond with wonderful people,
build lasting friendships and create
special memories, including some
unexpected and hilarious moments
when the group toured.
When asked if there was anything
he could do over in his career, he
said there was. “I’m reminded of my
uncle who, upon his retirement from
practice as a surgeon, said he wished
he could do it all over again — because
he had enjoyed it so much the first
time.” Although John will no longer
be teaching at Knox College, he
will be continuing as Minister of
Music at Islington United Church
in Toronto. We wish him all the best
in his retirement and look forward to
seeing him at events in the future!
Students say farewell to a friend and teacher. From left to right, John Park, Linda
Patton-Cowie and John Read with John Derksen
Preparing faithful servants of Jesus Christ • knox college
faculty news
getting to know knox faculty:
Stuart Macdonald
Stuart Macdonald
In February 2009, ConneXions began
a series to help the broader Knox College
community get to know our Faculty. In this
issue, The Rev. Dr. Stuart Macdonald,
Professor of Church and Society and
Senior Researcher for the Centre
for Clergy Care & Congregational
Health, agreed to answer a few of our
questions before he heads off on sabbatical.
You are a Knox College grad (M. Div. ‘85),
when did you feel the call to ministry?
In high school I had a great youth
minister who was studying at Knox at
the time. He really made me aware of
the possibility of being a minister. The
call came in stages, but one of the key
turning points was while I was hitchhiking across Canada.
Having been both a student and now
a Professor here at Knox, what makes
the school, the education and the
people unique?
Knox is a relatively small college. You
get to know everyone. The Faculty
are known to the students, and the
students really form close bonds
with each other. I enjoy the diversity
of Knox — culturally, theologically,
ethnically. The new M.Div. curriculum
retains the importance of knowing the
tradition, but integrates it better with
what one needs to do for ministry
in Canada today. I see my role as
contributing to all of this but I also have
the specific role of passing on the history
of the Church. The willingness of the
current Faculty to really struggle with
evaluation and assessment is something
I also appreciate. It is not easy, and it
often doesn’t make one popular, but
I believe accurate feedback is crucial.
In your opinion, why is theological
education and preparation important
to The Presbyterian Church in
Canada (pcc)? What trends are the
ats & Canadian census statistics
showing us?
The Canadian Census shows that there
has been a significant shift in the place
of religion in Canada. This is a result
of a cultural shift which began in the
late 1950s and early 1960s. Before that,
Canada was a very stable country in
terms of religious loyalty and the need
for everyone to belong to a religious
community. That is no longer the case.
The continual and continuing growth
of “No Religion,” and other categories
of vague identification, show that we
are in a new environment. The response
of many is to try harder or try some
new technique (change the music,
stress a different theme in theology,
etc.). I think we need educated clergy in
order to make contact between this new
culture, and the traditions of Christian
faith. This is not an easy task! I believe
theological education is the beginning
knox college • Preparing faithful servants of Jesus Christ
of that process. It is only the first step,
but it is a vital one.
You’ve spent a great deal of your
research looking at the history of the
pcc, what do you see in store for the
future for the church and theological
schools?
Change. I believe the current trend
in theological schools that has seen
them become more open to new
programs will only continue. We need
an educated laity and clergy. The pcc
faces some larger challenges, and I’m
not sure if we’ve really grasped how
significant the culture shift has been or
how much we will need to change to
pass on our faith in this new culture. At
the moment, one of my concerns is how
we will handle the loss of significant
congregations in small towns and
cities which can no longer afford their
buildings. Can we thank God for these
buildings — then move on; or, are we
incapable of imagining being Christians
without these kinds of buildings? There
are many challenges.
What are you currently researching?
I have two ongoing, unrelated projects,
which I will be finishing on my
sabbatical. The first, with my colleague
Dr. Brian Clarke, is a book which
looks at Christianity in Canada in the
early 21st century and how things have
changed over the last 60 years. We’ve
analyzed a series of statistics — census,
church attendance, and things like
church membership, baptisms, Sunday
schools, etc. — to arrive at our analysis.
We believe the data shows that we’re
now in a very different religious context
than most of us remember.
continues on page 15.
winter, 2010 • connexions
11
ASIAN CENTRE UPDATE
Never too far
n By Nam Soon Song
In November 2009, Professor Nam Soon
Song and Principal Dorcas Gordon
embarked on a whirlwind tour of Asia.
The purpose of this trip was to visit Knox
College’s partner seminaries as well as other
theological schools, to learn a little more
about theological education and Christian
life in Taiwan, China and Japan. Principal
Gordon says, ‘it was good to have been there.
We trust that through our presence, Knox
College has become better known, and
that our conversations will lead to future
possibilities now only partially understood.”
A
fter a long preparation for our
journey to Taiwan, China and
Japan, I boarded the plane with
expectations, anxiety, curiosity, and of
course, excitement. Hailing from a small
town in South Korea, these countries
were geographically very close to where
I had lived, yet never quite close enough
to me psychologically or emotionally.
For instance, while growing up I never
imagined that I would some day visit
China with an eager heart. During
our visit to China, I was privileged to
meet many of our brothers and sisters
in Christ, with whom I bonded in the
sisterhood and brotherhood of Christ’s
love. While there, I was reminded yet
again that “there is never too far in Christ.”
Ever since I began serving as the
Director of The Centre for AsianCanadian Theology and Ministry, I
have been meeting and working with
Christians from various parts of Asia,
including Taiwan and China. Naturally,
my desire to visit these countries arose
from working alongside these Christians,
in order to understand their unique
cultures and work better together as a
result. I also realized that the College has
12
connexions • winter, 2010
Principal Gordon and Professor Nam
Soon Song surrounded by Taiwanese
leaders, with Professor Bradley McLean
at the Taiwan Theological Seminary,
Taipeh, Taiwan
already established relationships with
seminaries in Taiwan, Korea and China,
but none in Japan. Notwithstanding the
mission history of Canadian Churches,
Principal Gordon and I decided to
include Japan in this journey to open a
door to building relationships with the
Japanese seminaries.
Our first destination was Taiwan,
where we felt very secure both in having
several friends living there, as well as
knowing a good relationship was already
established between the pcc and The
Presbyterian Church in Taiwan (pct).
We visited two seminaries —Yu-Shan
Theological College and Seminary and
Taiwan Theological Seminary — along
with the National Church Office, three
local churches, and the memorial to the
Rev. George Leslie MacKay, the first
pcc missionary to Taiwan.
While there, we were thrilled to
have Bradley McLean, Knox College's
Professor of New Testament Language
and Literature, join us briefly as he was
en route to present an academic paper in
Macao. Together, we visited both Taipei
and the eastern coast city of Hualein, and
also saw the beautiful Taroko Gorge, part
of the mountains within which Yushan
Theological College and Seminary is
nestled. Another thrill while at the
Taiwan Theological College was meeting
the former President of Taiwan who,
with his wife, worships regularly at the
seminary’s weekly service.
We were very well cared for by the pct
from the time of our arrival at the Taipei
airport until our departure. Moreover, we
saw that our relationship continues to
mature into a mutual partnership, as we
strive to learn from and help each other.
Both seminaries we visited are working on
developing their own doctoral programs
in the near future. On a personal level,
it was especially enriching to visit the
Life Education Centre and discuss their
curriculum for Life Education.
Our next destination was the Nanjing
Theological Seminary in China. We were
very impressed by the new buildings they
have built at the University complex. The
highlight of our visit was meeting with
the Master’s degree students who shared
with us their own interests in theological
studies, dreams for their ministry, and
concerns for their studies. One of the
main concerns they raised was the lack of
resources available for completing their
Preparing faithful servants of Jesus Christ • knox college
ASIAN CENTRE UPDATE
degrees. After this meeting we took a tour
of the large, newly built library which has
yet to be filled with up-to-date resources,
and we truly agreed with their concern
for the resources, (or lack thereof ) which
makes me wonder what we can do to help
them. While in Nanjing we also visited
the Amity Publishing Centre, where each
year twelve million bibles are printed and
distributed not only within China but to
many other parts of the world.
Our last destination was Japan and
its seminaries and churches. This visit
helped us to see possibilities in building
relationships with these seminaries in
Japan. There are two distinctive theological
institutions: Tokyo Union Theological
Seminary and the Faculty of Theology
at Doshisha University. Knox College
was very new to both schools, but they
nevertheless showed a great interest in
us. The Faculty of Theology of Doshisha
University in Kyoto would especially
like to seriously consider establishing
a partnership with Knox, as they have
partnerships with theological schools
around the world, but none in Canada.
One professor mentioned how difficult,
but also important it is, to be a theological
institute surrounded by the Shinto and
Buddhist shrines of the Japanese national
religions. It was a meaningful visit for us to
let the Japanese churches and theological
institutions know about Knox’s presence
in Canada as a part of Toronto School of
Theology and as a theological institute of
the pcc. I believe that the theological
institutes of Japan will not be far from us
in the 21st Century. God may lead us to
expand our mission by further bringing
the East and the West together on our
campus in the coming years.
Asian Centre Briefs
Asian Centre Worship &
Community Dinner
The Asian Centre hosted Community
Worship and Dinner for the students,
Faculty, staff and volunteers of Knox
College on Tuesday, November 10, 2009.
The service was led by The Rev. In
Kee Kim, Chair of the Asian Council
with help from both Faculty and the
larger College community. Rev. Willard
Pottinger, a volunteer English-language
tutor, preached the sermon; Knox
College Board Member Dr. Stephanie
Ling read Scripture; Charles Fensham,
Knox’s Associate Professor of Systematic
Theology, led the group in prayer; and
The Rev. Wes Chang pronounced the
benediction. Mr. Seong Ho Jeong, a
Knox College M.Div. student, provided
special musical accompaniment in the
form of a beautiful violin solo.
Following this celebratory service a
fellowship meal was enjoyed by the entire
College community. Asian Council
member Lily Lee, led a team from the
Taiwanese Congregations who so very
generously cooked a delicious Taiwanese
feast for all. This event provided an
opportunity for members of the Asian
Centre to “mix and meet” both new
students and those returning to their
studies as well as those from the broader
College community.
participating in the event for the past
two years.
The Knox recruitment display was
staffed by Hansel Chen, a current Knox
M.Div. student, and was sponsored
by the session of Trinity Mandarin
Presbyterian Church led by The Rev.
Wes Chang. They answered questions
from potential students and acted as
true ambassadors of the College. It is
hoped that this exposure to the greater
Chinese community will attract new
students to Knox.
Meet a Student
A new student this year, Seon Ok Lee
is enrolled in the M.Div. Program.
Originally from Ul-San, near Pusan,
South Korea, Seon Ok has already
Knox College Engages the
had two years of study at Seoul
Toronto Chinese Community
st
On October 31 , 2009, Knox College Presbyterian College. Her husband was
participated in the Toronto Chinese a minister in Oshawa
Christian Church event for potential and Abbotsford,
seminary students. This was the first B.C. at the Korean
time that Knox College showcased Presbyterian Church.
a display, which was featured at the In addition to juggling
head of more than a dozen seminaries. her studies, Seon Ok
Other Christian theological schools is the mother of two
including Wycliffe College, have been boys, ages 16 and 18.
Hansel Chen (left) with Knox Grad,
The Rev. Wes Chang
knox college • Preparing faithful servants of Jesus Christ
winter, 2010 • connexions
13
knox student news
M&T encourages the community:
‘Come gather at our table’
E
ach year the theological students’ association, the Mission
& Theological Society (m&t), identifies a slogan
to represent the focus of their work for the academic
year ahead. For 2009–2010, “Come gather at our table” (Acts
2:42–49) was selected. The m&t chose this phrase in hopes of
bringing not only the spirit of the early Christian community to
Knox College, but also to promote an even greater involvement
by the students in all of the College’s events.
It has been proven to be a great slogan, as this year’s student
body has fully embraced the idea of community. They are
gathering in greater numbers at both Tuesday afternoon Chapel
services and Community Dinners, as well as Wednesday
morning worship services. m&t is also working to promote
worship to the residence community and those outside of the
College through their creation of new signage.
2010 will also bring about more changes for the m&t
Society as the Executive is working on amendments to its
Constitution. These changes will allow for its mandate and
activities to be more relevant to College life today, for the
students today, and will allow for continued building on
leadership and fellowship initiatives.
The m&t Society is looking forward to celebrating with
its students at its annual Graduation Service and Banquet on
Friday, March 26th. — John Park, President
KCA Update
T
he Rotunda, Dining Hall and
Chapel of the College were
busy on December 4, 2009
as the Knox College Association (the
current residents’ governing body)
hosted its annual Christmas Formal for
almost 100 students. This event marked
the end of another interesting year for
the residence and residents alike — new
students arrived and old friends
departed, but the sense of community
remained close and spirits were high.
It has been a busy year for the
kca and one marked by ongoing
repairs and improvements to the
residence — including a new video
game system that has been added to
the already packed games room! There
is a real sense of community for those of
us living at Knox and together with the
staff of the College, we all work hard
to keep our beloved home safe and
comfortable.
The year was also busy throughout
with a variety of social events
including a fun-filled orientation
week that included the first outdoor
14
connexions • winter, 2010
Knox College Association 2009 Annual Christmas Formal
movie screening hosted by the Former
Residents’ Association (knoxfra).
Despite the rather chilly fall evening,
those gathered enjoyed watching
Casablanca under the stars. We’ve
had pub nights, a Halloween dance,
attended the knoxfra Annual
Dinner and also collaborated with
the m&t Society, to decorate the
College’s Christmas tree in time for
the annual Advent Service.
In 2010, even more changes can
be expected as we will be holding
our by-elections shortly for the kca
Executive, as well as organizing several
social events that will be open to all
students and residents of Knox College.
All in all, exciting times are ahead for us,
and on behalf of the kca, I hope that
this new year brings great success and
happiness to all of us within the Knox
community. — James Juras, President
Preparing faithful servants of Jesus Christ • knox college
EWART CENTRE FOR LAY EDUCATION
Ewart Centre offers amalgamated programs
EWART CENTRE FOR LAY EDUCATION
This fall, the Ewart Centre for Lay
Education announced changes to the
Certificate in Christian Faith and Life
Programs I and II. The program, now
offered online, has been amalgamated in
order to give students the flexibility to
take an ongoing array of courses. Those
students who are presently working on
the Certificate II program will finish
their eight courses and be awarded the
program certificate at Convocation.
For those who have only just started
to work on the program, they will be
awarded recognition for each four
additional courses that are completed.
The Ewart Centre also introduced
a new mini-lecture series focusing
on Spirituality as it relates to the
Christian tradition and today’s culture.
The mini-lecture series will take place
over the next two years during the
fall and winter semesters. The first
part of the series, held in 2009, dealt
with Spirituality & Violence and was
well attended. The second part of the
series will concentrate on Spirituality
& Sexuality, led by The Rev. Dr. Pam
McCarroll and The Rev. Dr. Harris
Athanasiadis.
Courses available through the
new Amalgamated Certificate
in Christian Faith and Life
• Introduction to the New Testament
• Reformed Faith and Spirituality
• Reformed Worship
• Introduction to the Old Testament
• Youth Ministry: Making God Real for the Next Generation
• From then Until Now: The Church Over Two Millennia
• Religious Diversity in Our Neighbourhood
• Evil, Suffering and the Love of God
• Bible Study in the Church
• Not Just Any God — a Triune God
• The Word Proclaimed
• Savouring the Sacraments
The McKay Educational Resource
Centre welcomes ministers and lay
people to come and borrow Worship
Resources, Bible Study Resources, and
Youth and Children’s Resources for your
Christian Education Ministries. The
McKay Educational Resource Centre
is located in the Caven Library and is
open Monday to Thursday 8:30 a.m. to
10:00 p.m., Friday until 5:00 p.m. and
Saturday 12:00 to 4:00 p.m.
New Resources:
Experiencing the Bible for the First Time:
Ten Session Program DVD Included,
by Tim Scorer with Marcus Borg
Simply Christian: Why Christianity
Makes Sense: 10 Video Lessons,
by N.T. Wright
The Rev. Dr. Stuart Macdonald
Continued from page 11.
The second project involves returning
to look at 17th century Scotland. I am
interested in exploring further the links
between the church and accusations of
witchcraft. My hope is that through
doing this, we will get an even stronger
sense of how fundamental a feature of
the Scottish Reformation discipline was.
We sometimes speak of this as “church
discipline”, but it wasn’t limited to the
church. There really was an attempt
to make everyone in the community
conform to these new ideas of what
was, and wasn’t, acceptable within a
Godly community.
• Transitions in Canadian Presbyterianism
• Go and Make Disciples of all Nations
• Living the Christian Vocation According to Paul
knox college • Preparing faithful servants of Jesus Christ
winter, 2010 • connexions
15
knox news
the Centre for
Clergy Care &
Congregational
Health
Reasons to Celebrate
The Centre has many things to celebrate in 2010.
The Advisory Board, who bring a true passion for the
Church in Canada to the table, continues work on clarifying
the Centre’s identity and operational structures.
Senior researchers, Dr. Brian Clarke and The Rev. Dr. Stuart
Macdonald, have been entrusted with membership statistics
from a variety of denominations, in order to continue their
study of factors influencing growth and decline in the church
post World War II. As well as being asked to share their
reflections with one of the denominations who participated,
they are also working on publishing their findings.
Centre Director, The Rev. Dr. Andrew Irvine, has been
the keynote speaker to the B.C. Synod of the Evangelical
Lutheran Church in Canada, the Peace River Presbytery in
Alberta and the Presbyterian Synod of the Atlantic Provinces
on issues relating to clergy health and self-care. It is clear that
this is an area of concern which crosses denominational lines.
In July 2009, the Centre held Starting Well for the first
time in Vancouver at the Vancouver School of Theology
(VST). Dates have been set for 2010 and discussions have
begun to add a location on the east coast, potentially as
early as 2011. The Centre’s Toronto event will be held this
year from June 14–17 at Emmanuel College, and July 19–23
at VST.
Making the Most of Retirement was held at Crieff, Ontario
in November and plans are underway to move this event
to Edmonton for the fall of 2010. Take Care: Mid-Career
Stretch, offered in partnership with St. Stephen’s College,
will be held from May 4–6 this year at Star of the North
Retreat Centre in St. Albert, Alberta.
2010 promises to be full of further opportunities for
supporting clergy and congregations. To learn more about
the Centre, visit www.caringforclergy.ca.
16
connexions • winter, 2010
Knox College’s 166th Convocation
Wednesday, May 12, 2010
Ceremony @ 7:30 p.m.
Convocation Hall, University of Toronto
Keynote Speaker: Dr. Don Posterski
Sustainable Faith In Fragile Times
Doctor of Divinity (honoris causa)
to be conferred on
Ms. Wilma Welsh
&
The Rev. Ian S. Wishart
a pre-convocation workshop
Everyone Welcome!
Justice for Jesus:
Living Right & Righting Wrongs
With Dr. Don Posterski
Wednesday, May 12, 2010
9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Knox College
For more information and cost, contact Marie Ainey
416.978.2787 or knox.communications@utoronto.ca
Or register online at www.utoronto.ca/knox
Preparing faithful servants of Jesus Christ • knox college
PRINCIPAL’S MESSAGE — KOREAN TRANSLATION
학장님 말씀
지난 4년동안 저는 ATS의 이사회를 위해 봉사할 특권을 갖게 되었습니다. ATS는 정규적인 인가를 위한
방문과 지도력 훈련 프로그램을 통해 북미의 250여개 이상의 신학교육기관들의 교육의 우수성을 확실히 하는
책임을 져왔습니다. 낙스칼리지는 1947년 인가를 받은 이래 2011년에 다음 정규 평가를 받게됩니다.
매 2년마다 연합회의 모든 회원들은 함께 모여 연석회의를 합니다. 이 회의의 중요한 부분은 함께 미래를 비전하고
정책계획을 하는 것입니다. 이 일들은 오늘날과 같이 북미의 신학교육에 재정적인 면만 아니라 지속적인 종교적
삶에 변화에서도 도전적인 불확실 시대에는 더욱 중요합니다.
2010년에 정해진 주제는 ‘도래한 미래:변화한 세상에서 신학교육의 변화’ 로 이러한 변화를 잘 표현하고
있습니다. 전통적으로 문화가 기독교교회에 베풀었던 옛 특권은 이제 아주 약해졌습니다. 어떤 교단들은 힘을
얻고 있지만, 많은 교단들에서는 교인 수들이 줄어들고 있으며, 교회들은 교단과의 관계를 별로 상관치 않고
그들의 선교사역을 해 나가고 있습니다. 기독교의 성장은 북미와 유럽에서 지구 남쪽으로 옮겨갔습니다. 개인
컴퓨터 기술과 가상공간의 강조등을 생각해 볼 수 있습니다. ATS에서 사용한 말들 중에는 “많은 변화가 있었고,
또 더 많은 변화가 오고 있다.” 는 것이었습니다.
많은 변화가 있었고 또 더 많은 변화가 오고 있습니다. 저에게 이 말은 희망이 가득한 말이고 또 도전적인
말입니다. 그렇습니다. 낙스에도 많은 변화가 있었습니다. 우리는 이러한 변화에 창조적으로 대응하기 위해
참으로 열심히 일했습니다.
건물은 똑같은 것처럼 보이지만 우리 학교의 삶에는 많은 변화가 있었습니다. 지금의 학생의 통계표는 민족면에서,
언어면에서, 직업에 있어서 그리고 신학적인 면에서 아주 커다란 다양성을 나타내 보여주고 있습니다. 이러한
변화는 배움의 공동체에 역동성과 생동감을 불러일으킵니다. 그러나 또한 이 공동체가 번창하기 위해 양육되고
배양되어져야할 필요가 있는 변화입니다. 많은 변화가 있었고 또 더 많은 변화가 오고 있습니다.
제가 거의 11년전 학장이 된 이래 거의 100%의 교수들이 교체가 되었습니다. 학생들의 다양한 형태의 목회을
준비하는 남녀교수들은 이러한 깊은 문화적 종교적 변화의 와중에 그들의 자리를 갖게 되었습니다. 교수들의
다양한 목회적 경험들과 문화적 배경은 우리 학교가 그러한 변화에 응답하는 것을 도왔습니다. 그들의 연구와
가르침은 바로 옆에 와 있는 변화를 우리학교가 준비하는데 아주 희망적인 지도력을 발휘했습니다. 많은 변화가
왔고 또 더 많은 변화가 오고 있습니다.
우리는 교회와 함께 목회자와 평신도에게 요구되는 것이 무엇인지 찾으며 주의깊게 교회의 소리를 들으며 또
계속 듣고 있습니다. 이러한 응답의 하나로 낙스에서는 다양한 프로그램을 개발해 왔고, 5000 마일이상 넓게
펼쳐져 있는 교단을 지원하기 위해 온라인 형태의 교육도 개발했습니다. 바로 이러한 결과들이 두개의 새 학위
프로그램( 신학연구석사와 기독교교육학석사), 교내외 또 온라인 평신도교육 프로그램들입니다. 우리는 현재
신학석사와 평신도교육 프로그램을 온라인으로 더욱 확대하는 것을 계획하고 있습니다. 많은 변화가 있었고
또 더 많은 변화가 오고 있습니다.
많은 변화가 있었습니다. 예, 그리고 더 많은 변화가 오고 있습니다. 그러한 변화에 대비해서 우리들이 한 것들이
오고 있는 변화에 통찰력과 지혜를 줄것이기에 우리는 그 얼마나 소망적인지 모릅니다. 그러나 우리는 많은
알 수 없는 것들이 있기에 여전히 하나님의 사람들이 아니겠습니까? 우리가 낙스에 있다는 것은 캐나다와 또
하나님이 부르시는 어느 곳에서나 교회의 목회자 또는 평신도로서, 교목 또는 원목으로, 가르치고 선교하는 일로
지도력을 발휘할 여성과 남성을 준비시키는 길을 신실하게 찾음에 있음을 의미합니다.
학장
knox college • Preparing faithful servants of Jesus Christ
winter, 2010 • connexions
17
PRINCIPAL’S MESSAGE — CHINESE TRANSLATION
院長的話
在過去四個年頭，我有幸擔當「神學院聯會」董事的職責。「神學院聯會」在北美洲有超過二百五十
所成員學院。聯會會透過定期的學術審查，及舉辦多項領袖訓練，務求每所神學院能夠達致卓越的學術水
平。我們諾克斯神學院，早在一九四七年獲得此聯會之學術認證資格；而下一輪之學術評審是在二零一一
年。
「神學院聯會」的會員大會每兩年舉辦一次，而其中主要議題是定出發展方向及執行上的策略步署。在
現今千變萬化的世局下，釐清方向及步署策略非常重要；因為環顧我們現處身的社會環境中，每所神學院
不單在財政上受到影響，這環境亦沖擊著北美洲人的宗教生活。
今屆的會員大會，恰巧在本年舉行。主題是「挑戰已在眼前：在已變的世局中，神學教育的蛻變。」
要探討的課題是：我們基督教群體，在西方文化所享固有的禮遇已逐漸淡薄。很多宗派已式微，亦有些宗
派仍充滿幹勁，而亦有些主內肢體，在推行事工上，很少顧及跟宗派的互動關係。說到教會的發展，從地
理上亦從北半球的北美洲及歐洲，推展及至南半球；在科技方面，特別在資訊科技上，個人電腦的普及，
互聯網的廣泛應用，大大增加每個個體在網絡世界的互動。正如「神學院聯會」的宣稱：「世局已遽變，
而更多改變將接踵而至。」
世局已遽變，而更多改變將接踵而至」這句說話在我來說，是充滿希望亦是滿有挑戰。誠然，我們諾
克斯神學院已經歷很多轉變。在這蛻變中，我們付出辛勞，以創意回應挑戰。
我們這幢建築物或許樣貌如昔，但神學院的生活卻已有很多蛻變。我們的學生，來自不同種族、語
言、職業及神學背景。這樣的多元背景，造就一個充滿活力勁度的群體；但這樣的組合，亦需要悉心培
植，以致可以茁壯成長。「世局已遽變，而更多改變將接踵而至。」
大約拾壹年前，我就任此院長一職。當年共事的教授群，今日幾已換上另一批。在此轉接的過程中，
接任的教授們，同樣經歷在文化及宗教上極之深遠的沖擊。他們帶來不同的侍奉經驗及文化背景，協助學
院及同學迎向轉變。在他們的研究和教學中，教授們高瞻遠觸，與學院攜手面對來自四方八面的沖擊。
「世局已遽變，而更多改變將接踵而至。」
跟過往一樣，我們會繼續跟眾教會緊密合作，聆聽他們的需要，為眾教會的教牧及平信徒，提供侍奉
所需的訓練。我們擴闊現有的課程，並從課堂伸延至網上教學，容讓我們散居廣達五千里的同學，可以進
修神學課程，並回應他們所處地區的需要。
具體來說，在課程編排上，我們新增兩門碩士課程：神學研究碩士課程及宗教教育碩士課程，並一
系列的平信徒證書課程，供寄宿，走讀，以至修讀網上課程的學員選修。更進一步，我們計劃擴闊網上課
程，容許修讀教牧學碩士課程及平信徒進修課程的同學選修。「世局已遽變，而更多改變將接踵而至。」
是的，已有很多變化，而更多轉動亦會出現。面對挑戰，我們作出回應；我們多麼盼望在這些蛻變
中，從中我們得到智慧和啟迪。面對前路，無疑仍有很多未知數，但這類處境，對神的子民來說，並非陌
生。對諾克斯神學院來說，這意味著我們要不懈惰地裝備男女領袖：無論在本國、以至世界各國、或被按
立牧職、或以平信徒身份，或牧會、或作院牧、或作軍牧、或從事教育、或作宣教，都盡忠回應神的呼
召。
主內
哥頓多加上
諾克斯神學院院長
18
connexions • winter, 2010
﹝鄞雲傑譯﹞
Preparing faithful servants of Jesus Christ • knox college
Alumni/ae NEWS & NOTES
Calendar of Events
Last Day Of Classes
Monday, April 5
Principal's Reunion Year Dinner
Tuesday, May 11
5:30 p.m.
By Invitation
A dinner to honour the 1970 Grads.
Pre-Convocation Workshop
Wednesday, May 12 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
All welcome, registration is required
“Justice for Jesus: Living Right
& Righting Wrongs” with
Dr. Don Posterski
Contact Marie Ainey at
knox.communications@utoronto.ca
or 416-978-2787 for more information.
166th Convocation
Wednesday, May 12
7:30 p.m.
All welcome
The Knox community celebrates
the graduation of its Knox and Lay
Education Graduates and honours
Ms. Wilma Welsh and The Rev. Ian
Wishart with the degree, Doctor of Divinity (honoris causa).
Convocation Address by Dr. Don Posterski: “Sustainable
Faith in Fragile Times”
Reception following at the College
Alumni/ae
News & Notes
Bradford Blaikie,
KNOX ’09 has been called
to Grace, Ferguson and
St. James Pastoral Charge
KEGA Annual General Meeting
Tuesday, June 8
To be held at General Assembly.
KEGA Reunion Year Luncheon
Wednesday, May 12
12:30 p.m.
By Invitation for Reunion Year Graduates
As a guest of the Knox/Ewart
Graduate Association, a luncheon
for all those celebrating special
reunions (1950 and prior, 1960,
1970, 1985 & 2000) and to honour
the 2010 Knox Graduates.
Michael Hamilton,
KNOX ’09 has been called
to Trinity Community, Oro
WANTED!!
Keep in touch with your
fellow Knox residents!
Send us your comments
and email address to:
knox.college @utoronto.ca
and see what’s happening
with your old roommates
and friends.
knox college • Preparing faithful servants of Jesus Christ
winter, 2010 • connexions
19
KNOX College
SHARE YOUR NEWS!
Your former classmates and roommates want to know what’s new with you! We welcome news of grads, friends and former residents.
Please take a moment to complete and submit the form below.
Name:_ __________________________________________________________________________________________________
Graduation Year:_ _____________ Email Address:_________________________________________________________________
Street Address:_____________________________________________________________________________________________
Phone Number:____________________________________________________________________________________________
News & Notes:_____________________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Please return this form to:
________________________________________________________________________________________________________
KNOX COLLEGE
________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Development Office
________________________________________________________________________________________________________
59
St. George Street
________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Toronto,
ON M5J 2X2
________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Email:
knox.college@utoronto.ca
Return Address:
Knox College
59 St. George Street
Toronto, ON M5S 2E6
Publications Mail
Poste-publications
Publ. Agreement #40010853