An episcopal synod will convene today at Christ Church Cathedral, Whitehorse, and a coadjutor bishop is expected to be chosen tomorrow.
As of the close of nominations for Coadjutor Bishop for the Diocese of Yukon as set by the Nominating Committee we are pleased to announce that three [actually, four --- ed.] candidates will proceed to the election on the 31st of May, 2008 in Whitehorse, Yukon. They are The Venerable Gregory Gilson, currently Archdeacon in the Diocese of Caledonia in Dawson Creek, B.C; The Venerable David Irving, currently Executive Archdeacon of the Diocese of Kootenay in Kelowna, B.C.; The Right Reverend Larry Robertson, currently Suffragan Bishop of the Diocese of The Arctic in Yellowknife, NT; and The Ven. Andrew Hoskin, currently an Archdecon [sic] in the Diocese of Algoma.
The Coadjutor Bishop-elect will be consecrated in October and will automatically succeed as Bishop of Yukon at the end of the year upon the retirement of The Most Reverend Terrence Buckle, Archbishop of Yukon and Metropolitan of British Columbia and Yukon.
Prayers for the diocese, synod delegates, and our new coadjutor bishop would be appreciated.
Also posted at the Yukon Diocese website is the spring issue of the diocesan journal, Northern Lights. Especially recommended is the article by Dean Peter Williams, “God is raising up the next generation”, wherein he recounts the events leading up to the baptism of an upstanding and thoughtful young man who has become a frequent commenter at this blog . Check it out!
UPDATE (1 Jun.): None of the candidates was elected.
Wow, Charles, you walked the Camino?? Tell us about it, please. My other half and I want to do that when the kids are older.
Charles,
Your story warms the heart. How encouraging to us old guys to see God raising a new generation for the future of His Church. We know that He has done it for 2000 years, but sometimes it’s difficult to have that kind of trust that assures us He will continue doing it. I suppose that every generation fears for the next, but God is in control. We need not fear.
Thanks John, its not my story though, its Jesus’. Kate, I walked the Camino last July, it took me 45 days or so, and I traversed nearly 800kms. It was on the Camino that I really felt God’s call to ministry; I had been praying that the pilgrimage would be an oppertunity for me to spend time with God and learn what his plan for me was, so He answered my prayer. I had an amazing time on the Camino, and made many good friends. The scenery is beautiful (you cross all Northern Spain), the food is good, the churches are baroque, what more could you want? Well, perhaps the baroque churches are rather gaudy and tasteless, but the rest of it is good. I can email pictures if you’d like. Best, Charles
Charles, I don’t know if the part in the article about you considering going to Wycliffe College is true, but, if it is, and if you are interested in doing so, I could put you in touch with someone who graduated a few years ago. After spending a couple years as an assistant pastor (the diocese he was in wouldn’t ordain him because of his orthodox views), he is now studying at Westminster Seminary California. I have great respect for him as a Godly man, and I think he would give you a perspective on Wycliffe that you probably wouldn’t get from most clergy currently in the ACoC. Wycliffe may not be the most liberal seminary out there, but I wouldn’t recommend it to my children (who are just a little older than you). If you are interested, indicate so in a subsequent comment and I’m sure Kate will graciously assist us in exchanging e-mails addresses (Kate knows who I’m talking about).
Charles, I read your story a few weeks ago as I scanned the Northern Lights (+Buckle was my sponsoring bishop when I was at Regent College, although I was ordained for +Burton). The picture of your baptism inspired me to suggest it to two (teen/pre-teen)brothers who are being baptized next month. They’re now looking forward to it. I can’t wait to see the faces of the parishioners!!
On the subject of your pilgimage, I hadn’t paid attention to it when I read the article initially, but this last week I was lent the book, The Way is Made by Walking, by Arthur Paul Boers, which is a reflection on his pilgimage over the same route. Sounds like an amazing journey.
Am intrigued by the previous comment on Wycliffe.
Jim (in BC)
PS I would ask everyone for your prayers as we in the diocese of BC prepare for our diocesan synod next weekend (June 6-7). A motion has been proposed for blessings SSU’s.
Hi Warren and Jim,
I am unsure of whether I will go to Wycliffe or Regent. Currently, I lean towards Regent since I’d like to be closer to home after I will have been on the East Coast (at Mount Allison University) for four years. I am fairly convinced that I won’t seek sponsorship in ACC, because I see the trajectory of false teaching that will soon openly universalism, pluralism and other scriptures, as has happened in the United Church of Canada. I am particularly keen on Regent at the moment because of the oppertunity to study with J.I.Packer, which is not to be missed in my books.
I would like to talk to your friend from Wycliffe, Warren. My email is crbrunner [at] mta.ca . -Charles
Email address edited to prevent it being picked up by spambots. — ed
Charles. I would urge you to contact Trinity School for Ministry in Ambridge, near Pittsburgh. This college is totally Christ centred and nothing, absolutley nothing, is done without prayer. It used to be called Trinity Episcopal School for Ministry, but they dropped Episcopal as they cannot now support the Episcopal Church in the States. The current acting Dean, Dr. John Rodgers, is a God-fearing man who is currently writing a book on the 39 articles. The time that my husband spent there was the most spiritfilled time after the desert experience while at a college here in Canada. Do contact them and if possible get down for a visit. In June they have two weeks when courses are offered to current students, alumni and lay people, and this is a joyful time. God bless you on your journey.
Is there any word yet who was elected Coadjutor of Yukon ??
I am concerned about the ability of many Anglicans and Dioceses to have their heads in the sand. The Diocese of Western Newfoundland has just concluded their Synod an there was not one mention, whisper or murmur about same sex blessings or the direction the ACoC is taking, as it goes further and further away from the teachings of Jesus. As the Synod is now held every two years I wonder how the delegates will be able to go to General Synod and make informed choices on this vey contentios issue. Please pray for all Dioceses with their heads in the sand.