Induction of Rev. M. Calder, as Vicar

Waiapu Church Gazette, Volume 35, Issue 8, 1 October 1944, Page 7

Induction of Rev. M. Calder, as Vicar

To the very large congregation present at All Saints the induction of the Rev. Matthew L. Calder, as vicar of the Taradale parish, was a memorable occasion being one* that should inspire him m his first charge. Much additional seating had to be provided, and included m the congre-r gation were many of Mr. Calder's friends from St. John's parishi Napier. The ceremony was impressively carried out by the Yen. Archdeacon J. B. Brocklehurst and the address given by Mr Calder's father, the Rev. Jasper Calder, M:B.E>, of the Auckland City Mission, was particularly- forceful. In/ it he offered some frank and candid advice to his son as vicar, while to the parishioners he stressed the need for unswerving, loyalty to their church and willing co-operation to . the vicar m his work, The following were points made by Mr. Calder m his address:— The new vicar was the eighth generation of the Calder family to be ordained to the priesthood m the Mother Church of England. Of the thousands who have been confirmed and should be daily round the altars, where are they? I don't know why it is that people are so shy when talking of the things of God. In fact, to talk of these things,.* there is nothing more marvellous. Numbers m confirmation don't count. The matter is too serious for that. Until one was conscious of his duty to God then he was" not ready „ for confirmation. ~; There, was a growing tendency on the part of many • parents riot to View Baptism as they should. Baptism was something that the Mother Church laid down from the days of the Apostles and its proper preparation had to be insisted upon. It was time that the youngsters were taught ; what their Church offered and were taught of their duties to it. - : The duty of the choir was to lead m the praises of God and not just for the entertainment of the - congregation; By your life you can show that wrong-doing is of no avail. A worthy example was that of the great American president, Abraham Lincolnj who made his political enemies his -friends. • ■ '■':..■...■ /"'_:..■.^... .■:■■'■■■.'}' ,-..''.}- : '. Despite what you say and what you are, it is what you do. that will be your message. ; /

Those people who don't read their Bibles read you and me. I hope that this family m Christ will be welded together so makirig if a church of faithful people. "Let us be forward, onward and upwaf d, each , for all and all for Christ. Take the lessons of the church out mto the world with you; Let your light so shine before men that they may see your good work arid glorify your Father which is m Heaven." WELCOME TO MR AND MRS \ : : : CALDER .. .. / -;.-/V following the induction of the Rev. Matthew Calder as vicar opportunity was taken by the parishioners to extend a welcome to Mr. and Mrs. Calder. The capacity of the Parish Hall was fully taxed and a most happy hour was spent. . On. behalf of the parishioners, Mr. H. R. Clarke, people's warden, ex-

tended a, cordial welcome to Mr. and - Mrs. Calder and expressed the hope that their work-in the parish would be richly blessed. He assured them of the willing co-operation and help that would be given by. the parishioners who would be looking to Mr. Calder for leadership and guidance. Acknowledging the welcome accorded, him, Mr. Calder asked the people to look upon him not only as their vicar but as their friend. Whatever service, he could render he would be glad to give. He had come to build and to make friendships and with the co-operation that he would get arid with the prayers of all he was sure that the parish would progress. He hoped to make All Saints not just a place to attend on Sundays but to be the centre of life of the; parish. Workuig side^by iside m unity they would advance, the glory of God m this parish. ;■