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Page 8 GULF ISLANDS DRIFTWOOD Wednesday, January 1, 1986How we choose to worship is a private matterSir,When I read the three recentletters to Driftwood whichopposed an earlier letter of minestating several reasons fordropping the use of the Lord'sPrayer in our public schools, Idecided at first not to respond.However, several throughts havecome to me which I hope willilluminate my position rather thanjust continue an argument whicheveryone might lose.After my letter appeared Ireceived 13 personal and telephoneresponses. All were favourable anda few of them began with:"Hi, my name is so and so andI'm a Christian and I want to tellyou how much I agreed with yourletter..."Prayer in schoolsCertainly, there is as muchdiversity among Christians asthere are Christians. But let me tellyou a little bit about mybackground, which I hope willexplain something about who I amand why I think as 1 do.I was raised an English-Canadian Presbyterian, in aJewish neighbourhood of anAmerican city, dominated almostentirely by Lutherans andCatholics. I had to get along witheverybody, and thank God I grewup in a Jewish neighbourhood; itshielded me from the hatred thatthe two dominant groups had foreach other. A hatred surpassedonly by the strife of Belfast in itsquieter days. When Kennedy wasassassinated, my Lutherandominatedhistory class stood upand cheered. Another Catholichad bit the dust.I could very easily have grownup a bigot, but from my Jewishfriends I learned something of howto survive as a minority. From theLiberal church I was raised in Ilearned several things that haveserved me all my life. The churchtaught me that Presbyterians wereno better and no worse thanCatholics, other Protestants oreven other religions, such asJudaism, Hinduism andBuddhism. Secondly, they taughtme that eternal truth is like abroken vase; no one anywhere hasall the pieces. We only have shardswhich never have fit that well withthe shards that others possess.Don't force religion on anyoneSir,In a country that has as manyreligions as Canada has, it seems tome that freedom of choice and theaccompanying respect for thebeliefs of others (whether they beCatholics, Hindus, Baptists,Taoists, Jews, Roman Catholics,Bahai's, Buddhists, Protestants,Hare Krishnas, Muslims orJehovah's Witnesses) would keepany religion where it belongs. NotPioneers helpedgroup grow topresent levelSir,On behalf of the Salt SpringSingers I wish to extend our thanksto you for your recent publicationof an interview with our director,Mr. Joy Johnsen. We who workunder her skilled direction fromyear to year are pleased to see herreceiving the attention she deservesfor her exceptional talents andexperience.We were also happy to have twopacked houses for our concertsand recognize the role the pressplayed in this.Mrs. Johnsen believesDriftwood readers would also beinterested to recall that in thecouple of years before she tookover, well-known Island residentsRuth Barker, Joan Raeside andMae George also served asdirectors.Iris Hall was first executivechairman and, to mention only afew, the names of DorothyCummings, Margaret Cunningham,Grace Bracher, MargaretHowell and Molly Lacey will berecognized as some of the pioneerswho helped to sustain and buildthe group to its presentmembership of 45 mixed voices.The Singers also wish to thankEmbe Bakery for the generousdonation of their popularfruitcakes for our door prizes.MELISSA DIXON,for the Salt Spring Singers.CHAPMANAUTO PARTSUsedForeign & Domestic partsVOLVO VOLVO VOLVOWE BUY VOLVOS2V4 mi. north of Mill Bay, 9 1 /2 misouth of Duncan on the highway743-3744in the public schools, but in theSynagogues, Mosques, Templesand Churches where it can beproperly explained to willing andeager children by the clergy of theparent's choice. To "force" anyreligious belief on someone else,let alone someone else's five- orsix-year-old child, for "their owngood," is morally wrong, andalmost probably unconstitutional.To any parent wanting theirchild to start out the day by saying"their" Lord's Prayer, may Isuggest that you get up 30 secondsearlier each day and join them in it.I think this would mean more tothem than standing in a classroomwith 20 other children wonderingwhy some of their friends remainsilent whilst they bow their headsand talk of "their" God.ERIC BOOTH,Ganges.Therah is a communitywithin larger communitySir,I would like to clarify andcorrect some points made in thereferences to Therah in a recentedition of Driftwood.Therah did have a workshop onappropriate technology but we didnot discuss "how to achieve 100%exploitation of our land". We areinterested in optimum use of ourland which might even be to leaveit as a forest.2. We are sorry to have todisappoint all who called to orderfirewood. There was no "generalopinion that the most money couldbe made by chopping down all thetrees and selling them forfirewood! In fact, this idea wasnever discussed.3. There will probably never be30 families residing at Therah, asmany members live in Vancouverand elsewhere and intend toremain there.Therah is a community withinthe larger community, and wehope to offer our land and facilitiesto others as a kind of educationcenter, where new ideas can bediscussed and take root in ourever-changing culture. As we arestill in the very early stages offormation and development it maybe years before the full benefits ofsuch a community (and manyothers like it) can be realized. Inthe meantime, we invite yoursupport and ideas and thank-youfor your interest.GARY MOORE,Galiano.Burritt Bros. CarpetsSPECIALIZING CM A COMPLETE SERVICEFOR YOUR FLOORING NEEDS:• In home selection• Total service package• Lifetime workmanship • Carpet cleaning supportguaranteeprogram• Contract prices for new constructionCall Arlene at 537-5050, Mon. to Sat.A FAMILY BUSINESS SINCE 1907Arlene DashwoodFAMILY REPRESENTATIVE FOR THE GOLF ISLANDS637-5050Burritt Bros. Carpets3594 Main Street, Vancouver 879-8432Lastly, they taught me thatbecause of the above and as a resultof all the sectarian strife in ourmidst, no one — majority orminority — has the right to forceany other group to act out the willof the first group.In this case, it meansthat Evangelical Protestants haveno right to expect other Christiansand non-Christians to practicereligion in a public place, on acontinent where there is noestablishment of religion. Thechurch I grew up in and the one Ibelong to now, and have served asa clergy person, are both on recordas being strongly opposed toschool prayer.To many readers this may seemlike a non-issue but if you're likeme you'll find it hard to look aJewish friend in the eye withoutfeeling some anger at my Christianancestors for 2,000 years ofoppression.How any of us worships orchooses not to is a private matter,but when the state dictates how,when and where we shall practicereligion, it can only sow seeds ofdiscontent, and if the climate isright, violence. Canada has beenmost fortunate among the nationsin this reguard. Let's all guaranteeour future from sectarian strife bykeeping religious practice private.DAVID SKINNER,Ganges.SEWER HOOKUPS• Excavating • Pipe Laying & Testingby qualified tradesmenLANCER CONTRACTING LTD.653-4437 or 653-467837-tfnLAW OFFICEGENERAL LEGAL PRACTICEJonathan L. 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Wednesday, January I, 1986Island branch taking partGULF ISLANDS DRIFTWOODLegion's diamond jubileeto be celebrated in 1986By FRED JONESOn behalf of Branch 92 of theTo help celebrate our DiamondJubilee, Branch 92 is participating,Royal Canadian Legion, let me and will participate, in varioustake this opportunity to wish youall a prosperous 1986.The weather in late Novemberand early December created severelimitations on Legion activities,causing several cancellations ofactivities. A new flagpole has beenraised in Centennial Park, twobeautiful stone flower boxes havebeen constructed, and some 300tulip bulbs planted to bloom in thespring of 1986. The Field of Honourplanned events.Reviewing the past year, ourmembership is up and now consistsof 420 voting members plus 91fraternals. The meat draws onlocated in the park will beSaturday afternoons have beenvery successful with all profitsgoing to various charities. TheFriday night dinners sponsored bythe Ladies Auxiliary continue tobe well attended and are agourmet's delight. Darts onWednesday nights are wellattended and several sharpshootersare in the championshipbracket. The shuffleboard that isplayed on Tuesday nights also hasits share of professionals. Thebridge games on Saturdayafternoon and the cribbage onThursday evenings are wellattended.The Legion is basically a serviceclub; in fact the largest in Canadahaving some 600,000 membersnationally, with 100,000 membersof the Ladies Auxiliary whoprovide important support toLegion activities.Throughout Canada the Legioncontributes hundreds of thousandsof dollars to various charities andcommunity projects. The Legionoffers bursaries and scholarshipsat all levels, ranging from secondaryschools to universities,is the largest single supporterof the Boy Scouts and Girl Guides,and is a major supporter of Sea,Army and Air Cadets.In 1985, Branch 92 contributedsome $9,000 to local charities,scholarships and bursaries. Ouraim, in addition to assistingveterans and their families, is tocontribute to the well-being of thecommunity.The year 1986 is the DiamondJubilee of the Royal CanadianLegion. Some 1600 branchesacross Canada will be celebratingthis anniversary. On November 2at the Legion's State Dinner inOttawa, which kicked off theJubilee year, Governor GeneralJeanne Sauve said it all when, inpart of her address to some 200guests, she said that "the RoyalCanadian Legion has indeedadded a laurel to the crown of thisnation. It has salvaged the verystrong principles of loyalty andservice which impelled our soldiersto fight (for) freedom and securityof this nation when at war and redirectedthe commitment towardsimproving the quality of our liveswhile at peace." The Legionstrongly promotes peace andunderstanding and, above all, thedignity of man everywhere.AnvilIronWORKSWelding &BlacksmithingTOOL REPAIRSPORTABLE WELDINGORNAMENTAL RAILINGSSTEEL FABRICATION537-5631upgraded and improved in thespring. An anniversary dinner isplanned, and four Royal CanadianLegion table books that documentthe history and activities of theLegion will be distributed to thelocal schools.The Dominion Command hasprepared a beautiful reminder toall Legion members. Its title is theArticles of Faith. It is our hopethat all members will read,consider and sign the document.The Articles of Faith are the soul'of the Legion; they are "what westand for"and what we leave to oursons, daughters and grandchildren.It is these articles that ensure wewill remember and pray for peace.Legionnaires, more than anyone,understand peace. We were thereand we trust that our children andgrandchildren no longer will haveto make the sacrifices that many ofour colleagues made. Let us,however, remember that ourfreedom was what they fought anddied for, and that because of themwe now live in and enjoy a free anddemocratic society.On January 6, we hold our firsto6ACHARTERED03B Lancer BuildingLower Ganges RoadMail to Box 575Ganges, B.C. VOS 1E0general meeting of the DiamondJubilee year. Let us start the 60thanniversary on the right foot withall members attending. There willbe an opportunity to sign theArticles of Faith.If you have been holding backand are a veteran or a spouse, sonor daughter of a veteran, think ofjoining the Legion; we need you toperpetuate our work.The traditional Robbie Burnsdinner will be held on January 25,but before that there is the NewYear's Dance. Les Four will beplaying and tickets are $10 each.Come for refreshments, favoursand fun on New Year's Eve. If theweather co-operates, the LegionAuction will take place in lateJanuary.Have you paid your 1986 dues?Please drop in and renew yourmembership and qualify for theearly bird draw. Island memberscan pick up their cards at theBranch.Finally, the Legion thanks allSalt Spring islanders for youroutstanding support and, inparticular your support to thePoppy Fund campaign, and thewonderful turnout for theRemembrance Day Services at thecenotaph.remember.You really didHarbour Fried ChickenCHICKEN IS OUR BEST!Daily 4-10 pm 537-2460ACCOUNTANT(bus) 537-5646(res) 537-4159VICTORIA BOUND?Admiral Motelis a small, quiet, friendly motel byVictoria's Inner Harbour.One & two room suites, kitchens, individual heat,direct-dial telephones, colour cable TV, free parking.SPECIAL OFF-SEASON RATES.CA^AAA approved. Major credit cards.257 Belleville St., Victoria, B.C.V8V 1X1 388-6267ISLAND CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP%Word ft ( SpiritBuilding God's Church on God's WordINDEPENDENT FULL GOSPELCENTRAL HALLSundays - 10:30 amWednesdays - Family Night & Bible Study - 7:30 pmWORSHIP & PRAISE - PRAYER FOR THE SICKWhere the difference is worth the distance.EVERYONE WELCOME!Pastor and Mrs. G.M. 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