Calgary Christian Newspaper

CITY LIGHT NEWS

Vol. 22 Number 7

Celebrating over 21 years of publishing in Western Canada

July 2009


New tower to topple homelessness
by Doris Fleck

The current economic recession has slowed down donations to agencies ministering to the poor and needy, but it hasn’t slowed down Pat Nixon.

The executive director of the Mustard Seed Street Ministry is forging ahead with plans for a 224-unit housing complex that he hopes will drastically reduce homelessness in this city.

"This is going to be an incredible drug-and-alcohol-free housing project," Nixon enthused. "When people hit the bottom of the bottom, and their life is torn to pieces and they’re saying, ‘Now I need a supportive environment to help me out of this,’ there’s very little for that. This will be designed around rebuilding their lives."

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Pat Nixon, executive director of the Mustard Seed Street Ministry, looks over the plans for a 244-unit housing tower that intends to radically decrease homelessness in Calgary.  
                                                                                                     — photo by Peter Fleck

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"It will be the same with this tower," Nixon said. "They will add to the safety of the community."

The tower is a daunting $75 million project with Nixon needing to raise $20-30 million in private donations.

"Never do things small," he said with a grin. "This is something I believe God put on our hearts so we’re going to go after it."

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From Florida to First Alliance: a leadership change
by Joyce Harback

His first weekend on the job, the new Lead Pastor of First Alliance Church, Scott Weatherford, exudes the warmth of Florida sunshine.  His towering frame surfs across the spacious lobby, catches the next surge of people.  He shakes hands, hugs willing recipients and exchanges introductions.

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Terry Young and Scott Weatherford discussing change with Scott learning the culture over a double-double.
– photo by Joyce Harback

"Canadians are very friendly and warm," said Weatherford. "I found it delightful.  Everybody we’ve dealt with has been gracious and accommodating."

The arrival of 51-year-old Weatherford signals a shift in church leadership initiated by existing Senior Pastor Terry Young and endorsed by the Elders’ Board. Young will remain on staff as Teaching Pastor.

Weatherford will provide vision for First Alliance, lead the staff, engage the congregation to reach out into the Calgary community and continue strong support of missions work throughout the world.

Weatherford looks forward to leading change.  "This is a great church," he said.  "It’s been well led for many years. I’m honored to be a part of that process."

A graduate of New Orleans Theological Seminary, Weatherford planted churches and pastored for 28 years in Texas and Florida.  Weatherford also founded a leadership training company to equip corporate and church leaders.  He is a gifted musician and speaker. He will preach occasionally at First Alliance.

While his humorous quips and southern charm endear him immediately to people, Weatherford also knows how to set boundaries.   .../more

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