Parish council met on Tuesday, October 14, chaired by Archdeacon Rob Lemon. The Selection Committee was elected and are starting their work.
Members are:
While much of their work must necessarily be done in confidence, we will keep you informed of their progress. Please pray for the committee as they share their gifts for the good of the parish.
Almighty God, giver of every good gift:
Look graciously on St Andrew's,
and so guide the minds of those who shall
choose a Rector for this parish,
that we may receive a faithful Pastor,
who will care for your people and equip us for our ministries;
through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen
Bishop Townshend appoints the Reverend Margaret Walker as the Interim Priest-in-charge (part-time) of St. Andrew’s Memorial, Kitchener, effective 1 September 2025.
Margaret continues in her role as the Diocesan Cemeteries Coordinator.
Bishop Townshend appoints the Reverend Matthew Kieswetter as the Archdeacon of Eastern Huron (Deaneries of Brant-Norfolk, Delaware, and Oxford) and the Rector (part-time) of St. James’, Paris, effective 1 September 2025.
Greetings,
A quick introduction. I have met some members of the St. Andrew’s parish family since I started on September 1st and look forward to meeting you soon.
Born and raised in England, I moved to Montreal as a teenager with my family. I have called Waterloo Region my home since moving here in 1986 with my fiancé.
My first career was in engineering in a variety of industries including aircraft and automotive, before moving into my second career in business and consulting in range of areas including bread-making and ticketing, and most recently my third career is in ministry as a parish priest. You can read a little more about me on the parish webpage and in my Sermon on September 7.
Do not hesitate to reach out to me. In addition to Sunday morning, I will normally be in the office at the church on Tuesday and Wednesday mornings, 9am-1pm. I can be reached by email at margaretwalker@diohuron.org , or by phone or text at 519-577-7779.
Monday is normally my Sabbath and I will usually respond to emails the next day.
I look forward to journeying with you through this time of transition.
Blessings,
Margaret +