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The Story of the Easter Church
As we are in the Easter season, I thought it would be of interest to feature the story of how St. John's became known as the "Easter...
Christopher Rutty
Mar 30, 20243 min read
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Cold Calls and Joyful Colours: Interview With Rev. Gary van der Meer
St. John’s Incumbent, Sept. 2001 - September 2011 As was reported in the May 27th newsletter, I conducted a 60-minute video interview...
Christopher Rutty
Jun 17, 20232 min read
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Interviewing Rev. Gary van der Meer, St. John’s Incumbent, Sept. 2001 – Sept. 2011
Reverend Gary van der Meer, St. John’s Incumbent from September 2001 through September 2011, sat down for an interview with me on Tuesday...
Christopher Rutty
May 27, 20231 min read
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What to Tell People About Our Church? Perspectives, 2003 & 2023
Undertaking a 100th anniversary initiative, whether for an organization, or a seminal discovery, or a local church building and its...
Christopher Rutty
Jan 29, 20233 min read
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The Story of the Colours
One of the most significant developments in the history of St. John's current building has been the installation of the vibrant colours...
Christopher Rutty
Nov 5, 20222 min read
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