HELLO!

I begin with very sad news. Fred Evans, a much loved, long-time member of Woodlawn United Church, has died. Many of us spent some time with Fred at our recent Easter service held at Oakwood Terrance. Please keep Fred’s family in your prayers. Here is Fred’s obituary, you may wish to offer an online condolence: https://www.arbormemorial.ca/en/atlantic-dartmouth/obituaries/frederick-earley-evans/159294.html

And I share some very happy news, Bill and Natalie Demestihas are celebrating the birth of their son, grandson of Judy Dupuis, James Aithan Demestihas, born April 7th 2026. I love the photo of Bill, Natalie & James.

And…Kevin McTaggert from our congregation recently was recognized by St. John Ambulance NS/PEI for his work visiting seniors with his dog Hazel. https://www.facebook.com/SJANSPEI/videos/kevin-mctaggert-and-hazel/1490956566066996/?rdid=T9DkzluIu5oWfR4i

And…I was contacted by a local documentarian, nephew of Isobel Jones, who had worked with my brother in amateur theatre years ago, asking if I knew some seniors who would be interested in his new project. “We are looking to help seniors engage in a creative and fun process, where they will learn new skills, and make connections. They would work alongside film makers to make a short film, dealing with themes of seniors working in a technology changing workplace and ageism in society, sharing their experience and wisdom. They can learn cinematography, scripting, post-production, special effects, makeup, art design, direction, acting. This might include learning how to dress a set, to being involved in special effects. We will make a documentary to record their experience learning and employing these new skills. Phase two will be a feature film documentary/scripted work, discussing the broader theme of the rapidly changing AI situation”. If you are unsure, I have Craig’s phone number, you can call and ask your questions. It sounds like a great opportunity. Let me know if this interests you. I hope several of you will take him up on this exciting offer (he is looking for people 65 years of age and older).

Life is filled with possibilities, memories, new life, inspirational fellow volunteers and opportunities to grow and thrive. Peace, Kevin

PS Sunday’s service link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7EIia8rrm14