February 2014 – Page 2 – Morrisburg Leader

Old Man Luedecke Headlines at St. Lawrence Acoustic Stage

February 12, 2014 W. Gibb – Leader staff

“I’ve been captivated by his ability to take simple, everyday things and develop them as metaphors for something much greater. His music is humourous, heartfelt and highly entertaining,” said Bill Carriere, a member of the board of the St. Lawrence Acoustic Stage.

He is describing, in these glowing terms, the artist who will be coming to the Stage on Saturday, February 15, at 7.m., Old Man Luedecke.

Winner of multiple Juno awards, a musician who has toured extensively, a singer and song-writer whose most recent (and sixth) CD, Tender is the Night, was long listed for the Polaris Prize, Luedecke is charming, warm and an extraordinary performer.

On Saturday night, audiences will also have the opportunity to enjoy a performance by the critically acclaimed singer-songwriter (and proud Aussie), Jordie Lane, who will open for Luedecke. Lane is also an international award winner. He and Old Man are just completing a tour together which took them to Australia and back to North America. “Jordie is a wonderful singer, charming, who tells great stories,” Luedecke said.

I talked to Chris Luedecke (his real name) about his upcoming concert in Morrisburg. But first, I had to ask how such a young musician has come to be known by the moniker of “Old Man.”

“It’s a name I like, and it gives me a kind of focus,” Luedecke explained. “I admire the old time things, and the old story tellers. From an early age I admired the stars of Grand Ole Opry, especially those who played banjos and told stories. Many of them were called “Old Man” so I thought that name would be fitting and colourful (and maybe a little more interesting than Chris). I could retain my true identity, but still have a traditional link.”

Although he is multi instrumental, Luedecke’s par-ticular passion for the banjo has carried strongly into his life as a performer.

“I love the rhythm of that instrument,” he said. “I feel it has been under used as a song writing tool. A banjo sort of accompanies itself. The moment you play it, you want to move. It also seems to me that lyrics are well placed on the banjo, that they are married to its drive.”

Luedecke’s style has been glowingly described as roots, folk, bluegrass, pop, country, traditional and completely non-traditional.

He laughed. “Those various labels are all very nice and they do fit to some degree. But I am not a heritage performer (he is from Chester, Nova Scotia), and I am not performing the stylized music of the past. Instead, I am creating new music, unique music, and I have a real affinity for the folk approach.

At the same time, I love country, the old time country. I find, within reason of course, that I enjoy things simple and stripped down to the basics. I try to get to the heart of a story.”

Old Man Luedecke is a prolific writer and composer. Over the years he has written hundreds of songs, although only some of them ever make it on to albums.

“I was listening to Pete Seeger, an old interview from maybe 10 or 15 years ago. He did get involved in environmental concerns, but his basic approach was ‘the meek inherit the earth.’ That’s a theme I have found in many of my most successful songs. I would say I don’t sing for the winners, but rather for the people trying to make life work.”

Luedecke has a reputation as a warm, good natured performer on stage.

“I actually think I am a fairly serious person,” he said. “I try to approach subtle subjects, but I often mask them with humour. I want my songs poignant, humourous and engaging. People come to a concert to be entertained.”

He will have mandolin, violin, and upright bass backing him up at Saturday’s concert. He is looking forward to the St. Lawrence Stage.

“If you open yourself musically up on stage, and the crowd lets you in, well there is this terrific flow. I’ll be playing classic pieces so audiences can see how I got to where I now am musically. I hope they will appeal. And of course, there are new wonderful songs which I’ve written.” he added with a laugh, “that we’ll also perform. If people are excited to be at my concert, then there’s magic!”

The Old Man Luedecke concert, with Jordie Lane opening, is one night only at the Meeting Centre, the St. Lawrence Acoustic Stage, February 15, at 7 p.m. Tickets are $18 in advance or $20 at the door. They are available from the Basket Case, Strung Out Guitars or at www.st-lawrencestage.com

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Bill Barclay

February 12, 2014 Editor

A longtime resident of the Morrisburg area, Bill Barclay passed away suddenly at home on Friday, January 31, 2014. He was 69.

Bill was born in Morrisburg, on June 7, 1944, to his parents Alex and Mary Barclay (nee Murdock). During his school days, Bill was an avid football player.

Following some years away from the area, Bill returned to Morrisburg to start his family and build a successful business.

Bill was a proud member of the community. He was a man of strong faith and character, a kind-hearted man who touched the lives of all the people whom he encountered on his journey of life.

Bill was always an optimist, always willing to pitch in and do whatever was needed, all the time truly believing that things would work out in the end.

He was a guiding light. He set the example of what a good husband, father, pop, and friend should be. He always did his best to be patient, kind and loving with all those who crossed his path. He was a true gentleman.

Bill loved life and always wanted to see what was over the next hill. He enjoyed many of the pleasures that life had to offer. Whether it was playing with his grandchildren, enjoying a bottle of wine, travelling to new exciting locations, sharing a laugh at the lunch table with the boys, playing golf at mens night or spending time at the Indian River Hunting Camp, one could see that Bill lived life.

This adventuresome spirit led him to many areas of the world with his beloved Karen. He never let the dust settle under his feet.

Bill is survived by his wife Karen, his son Will (Kristen) of Iroquois, and stepchildren Steve (Trish) Morrow of Morrisburg and Jen (Jamie) Carr of Cornwall.

He was the much loved pop of Rory, Emma, Kai, Sammy, Charlotte and Mitchell and dear brother of Barbara (Alex) Cummings of Kemptville and Bob (Linda) of Morrisburg.

Bill was dear son-in-law of May Jarvis of Morrisburg. He is also survived by nieces and nephews.

Friends called at the Marsden and McLaughlin Funeral Home, Williamsburg, on Tuesday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m.

Funeral service was held at St. James Anglican Church, Morrisburg, on Wednesday, February 5th at 11 a.m., with Rev. Sue McCullough officiating. Interment followed at Fairview Cemetery, Mariatown.

Pallbearers were Allan Bell, Sam Laurin, Gord Hawn, Gord Spearman, Mike Barclay and Jeff Barclay. Honorary pallbearers were Ted Jarvis, Roy Brister, Doug Bush, Bob Steele, Bob Ruddock, Earl Hummell, John Bell, Gerry Crowder, Steve Crowder, Ron Latimer and Steve Penner.

Donations to C.H.E.O. would be gratefully acknowledged by the family. Online condolences may be made at marsdenmclaughlin.com.

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Perspectives with Rev. George Frey

February 12, 2014 Editor

Are You a Faithful Church Member?

And let us consider one another in order to stir up love and good works, not forsaking the assembling of ourselves together, as is the manner of some, but exhorting one another, and so much the more as you see the Day approaching.

(Hebrews 10:24-25)

It “is the manner of some” Christians to forsake (enkataleipo; abandon or desert) the services and meetings of the local Church. “Manner” (ethos) in this verse refers to customary behavior or habits. Some Christians, willfully and habitually, avoid services and meetings of the local Church.

These Christians assume the right to determine for themselves whether they go to Church, on the bases of personal preference or convenience. Where the Bible has made God’s will known, choosing otherwise is a choice to disobey God’s word. (see v.26)

According to this passage, to forsake the assemblies of the Church is a refusal to participate in the love and good works designed to happen there. There are aspects of love and good works that cannot occur apart from our involvement in the services and meetings of the local Church.

The God kind of love is unique, in that it is placed in the heart by the Holy Spirit, only when a person becomes a Christian. (Romans 5:5) This love is modeled for us by Jesus, when He sacrificed His living and life for our salvation. This love is unselfish and focused on the needs of others.

Good works (kalos ergon) in our text, is the outworking of such love. By definition these are “morally excellent works that one is enabled and obligated to do by virtue of being created in Christ Jesus.” (Ephesians 2:10) Therefore avoidance of Church services and meetings is a violation of the nature and purpose of being “created in Christ Jesus for good works.”

Our text calls us to “consider one another.” As I am considering others, others are considering me. This is how the God kind of love is designed to work in the Church. This consideration (katanoeo) is a caring awareness and regard for others, that looks for the opportunity to be a blessing, in word and deed. (1 John 3:16-19)

We consider one another in this way when we respect the vision of Christ for our participation in the services and meetings of the local Church. (Ephesians 4:1-16) It is in our assembling together as a Church that we “exhort one another.” The term translated “exhort,” parakaleo in the Greek text, means to come alongside of one another, to aid, help, comfort, and encourage one another.

Attendance in local Church services and meetings is necessary if we are to be faithful to the model of Church presented to us in the Bible; a model of love and unity. And as we proceed toward the “Day of the Lord” this model becomes increasingly important.

We can only disobey God’s word to our own hurt, so let us obey the Scriptures in this matter; demonstrating our true discipleship and love for Jesus by assembling with the Church faithfully. (John 8:31; 14:23)

If you know these things, happy are you if you do them. – John 13:17

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Novice C 1 Lions knock off Demons

February 12, 2014 Editor

Led by a shut out performance from Braydon Lalonde-Thompson, the South Dundas Novice C1 Lions wrapped up their four point series against the North Dundas #1 Devils with a 5-0 win here, Sunday afternoon.

The four point series opened in Morrisburg, last Wednesday, February 5, when the Demons scored an upset 2-1 victory over the regular season first place Lions, and then continued in Chesterville on Thursday, February 6, with the Lions evening it at two points apiece with a 3-1 win.

That set the stage for Sunday’s game that saw the Lions take charge early with three first period goals.

James Martens led the Lions attack with three goals and one assist, and Devon Honders and Zack Scarbeau added singles. Jack Croteau and Honders picked up single assists.

The Lions now move onto their second playoff round, also a four point series. They will meet the South Dundas Novice C2 Lions in round two, but the game schedule was not available at press time.

Last Wednesday, February 5, the C1 Lions were surprised by the Demons who swept into town to claim a 2-1 upset victory.

After a scoreless first period, Paul Hyndman put the Demons up 1-0 late in the second period.

Then, early in the third period, Nole Thompson made it 2-0, with help from Chloe Sharpley.

That was it for the Demons, but that was all they needed.

Martens struck for the Lions lone goal late in the third period, too little too late.

The Demons again challenged in game two played in Chesterville on Thursday, February 6.

Although the Demons held the Lions to a 2-1 first period lead, a Martens goal in the second period put it out of reach.

Martens opened the Lions scoring with an unassisted goal nine minutes into the first period. Then at 12:46 of the frame, Devon Honders counted, from Emerson McMillan and Zack Scarbeau, for the 2-0 Lions advantage.

Nathan Thompson scored the lone Demons goals against Lions goaltender Braydon Lalonde-Thompson to close the gap to 2-1, but the Lions held on, and Martens second goal cemented their win.

Coming up this weekend, the Novice C1 Lions are in a tournament in Cardinal.

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Lions, Char-Lan going for three

February 12, 2014 Editor

With the four points series between the South Dundas Peewee C House Lions and Char-Lan tied at a win apiece, each of the two were looking to put it away in game three played in Morrisburg, last night, Tuesday, February 11. The game result was not available at press time.

The series got rolling in Morrisburg, on Saturday, with the Lions claiming a come-from-behind, 2-1 win.

Callum Robertson scored the lone Char-Lan goal midway into the second period, and the 1-0 Char-Lan lead held until early in the third.

Jacob Byvelds, with help from Kurtis Markell, scored the tying goal for the Lions, and then, with 4:57 left on the clock Owen Orendi, with help from Tyler DeDekker, counted the winner against Char-Lan goaltender Tristan Martin.

Michaela Mustard and Kelly Forrester shared the Lions goaltending duties.

Monday night, February 10, the Lions were on the road and lost game two, 4-2, which evened the series at two points apiece. Details of the game were not available at press time.

The South Dundas Peewee C Lions finished the regular season in third place with 23 points.

Alexandria in first with 43 and NGS in second with 34 received first-round playoff byes.

That left the third place Lions (21 points) to play sixth place Char-Lan (nine points) in one quarter-final series, while South Stormont (21 points) and South Grenville (13 points) are in the second series.

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