David

David hails originally from Hamilton but spent his adult life in Toronto after completing studies in linguistics and Celtic studies. Most of his work life has involved community and social services, from supportive housing to seniors services.

David is blessed to have Deborah at his side as his companion in life. They share their home with a rescue cat that is occasionally friendly.

His other passions include language teaching and learning, and environmental stewardship.

Favourite Scriptures:  John 1:1, Matthew 5:14, Psalm 5:1-3

Favourite Hymns:  Blessed Assurance; Pass Me Not, O Gentle Saviour; This Is My Father’s World

Favourite Songs of Worship:  I Don’t Know Why; Bless His Holy Name; One Bread, One Body

Top 3 Movies:  Silent Running, Battle for the Planet of the Apes, God’s Outlaw

Top 3 Musical Artists:  Paul McCartney, Andraé Crouch, Neal Morse

Top 3 Meals:  Lentil Dal; Fish Curry; Haggis, Neeps and Tatties

Top 3 Books:  The Bible (in Gaelic), Kidnapped (Stevenson), The Dictionary

Best Advice Received:  “Do not lay up for yourselves treasures on earth… For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also.” (Mt 6:19a, 21)
“It shall not be so among you. But whoever would be great among you must be your servant.” (Mt 20:26)