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An article for the Whonnock newsletter written by
Jean Davidson
Holy Spirit Anglican Church in Whonnock was filled for the visit of the Right Reverend Melissa Skelton, Bishop of New Westminster on June 19. The church and hall were scrubbed and painted; the gardens were trimmed and everyone was in their Sunday best! Bishop Melissa conducted worship, chatted over lunch with parishioners, conducted a Q&A session, and led parish members through a review of goals, resources and needs. The beautiful and historic church is one of only a handful of country churches among the 58 parishes of the Anglican Diocese which stretches from the Sunshine Coast to Hope. Bishop Melissa was a corporate executive before being called to the ministry, serving in parishes in the US (most recently in Seattle) before being elected Bishop just over two years ago to oversee the congregations in this Diocese. In recognition of Aboriginal Sunday, the parish presented her with artwork donated by local artist Bill Parry. She also dedicated a sign for the Memorial Garden in honour of the late Bud Hjorleifson, long-time member of the parish. Holy Spirit defines itself by its mission statement, "Open Minds, Inquiring Hearts, Diverse People on a Spiritual Journey". The parish has become more aware that we need to have a larger profile in the community so people are aware we exist and want to serve our community. Our worship services are Sundays at 10 am. and all are welcome.
Photos are on the photo page of this website
Jean Davidson
Holy Spirit Anglican Church in Whonnock was filled for the visit of the Right Reverend Melissa Skelton, Bishop of New Westminster on June 19. The church and hall were scrubbed and painted; the gardens were trimmed and everyone was in their Sunday best! Bishop Melissa conducted worship, chatted over lunch with parishioners, conducted a Q&A session, and led parish members through a review of goals, resources and needs. The beautiful and historic church is one of only a handful of country churches among the 58 parishes of the Anglican Diocese which stretches from the Sunshine Coast to Hope. Bishop Melissa was a corporate executive before being called to the ministry, serving in parishes in the US (most recently in Seattle) before being elected Bishop just over two years ago to oversee the congregations in this Diocese. In recognition of Aboriginal Sunday, the parish presented her with artwork donated by local artist Bill Parry. She also dedicated a sign for the Memorial Garden in honour of the late Bud Hjorleifson, long-time member of the parish. Holy Spirit defines itself by its mission statement, "Open Minds, Inquiring Hearts, Diverse People on a Spiritual Journey". The parish has become more aware that we need to have a larger profile in the community so people are aware we exist and want to serve our community. Our worship services are Sundays at 10 am. and all are welcome.
Photos are on the photo page of this website
