PARISH OF ST. MICHAEL, KELOWNA — Allan Reed, Andrew Reed, Philip Reed, and Gillian Reed with Norene Morrow (centre front) and Bishop John Privett.

New Vestments for Fruitvale

photo joyce dodds

PARISH OF ST. JOHN THE EVANGELIST, FRUITVALE — The church of St. John the Evangelist in the village of Fruitvale, recently dedicated a new set of green vestments for Epiphany and Pentecost. Douglas Lewis, priest and Elizabeth Lewis, deacon, are shown wearing the clergy vestments at the altar. The whole set of green vestments dedicated on January 18 were made by Elizabeth. We thank her for the gift of her time and skill. Elizabeth has made several other vestments for clergy and altar.

Sisters Entertain at Ladies Dinner, All Saints, Kimberley

photo by elisabeth forsyth

SINGING SISTERS — Wearing new recyclable vestments, a group of local sisters entertain at the Ladies Dinner, All Saints, Kimberley.

By Elisabeth Forsyth

On Wednesday, January 28, sixty women, parishioners and guests, were welcomed to a potluck dinner for women only. Everyone really enjoyed a wide variety of dishes and of course there was too much to choose from, but everyone managed!

A group of local "sisters" entertained everyone (following a very dedicated amount of practice) with a great rendition of "Who Comes from God." Everyone was then invited to join in a singsong to wind up the evening. There were also five men invited to this event — they were coerced to work in the kitchen so the ladies had a free evening. It was wonderful and everyone had a great time.

First Woman Incumbent in Golden — Christine Muise Ordained Priest

photo ken diamond

PARISH OF ST. PAUL'S, GOLDEN — On December 6, 2008 Bishop John ordained the Rev. Christine Muise as a Priest. This is the first time in St. Paul's 117 year history that an ordination has taken place there.