St. James' Anglican Church Kingston

Bob is passionate in his faith and witness to the light of Jesus Christ and to shared ministry both within and beyond St. James Parish. His ministry is non-stipendiary. Bob volunteers with incarcerated individuals and groups in multiple federal correctional settings through worship, visitation, programming, and community escort.  Within the parish, he leads and supports liturgy and worship life, hospitality, welcoming and fellowship initiatives, pastoral care and visitation, supporting newcomers to Canada, and outreach. 

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Bob is committed to lifelong formation and learning including ongoing distance learning through Huron University theological studies. He has benefited from affiliation with a number of different Christian denominations and values and respects both ecumenical and interfaith dialogue.

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Bob retired from an extensive career in human services, both direct delivery and senior leadership, of human services to children and youth, and other vulnerable populations within Ontario, and internationally with displaced persons and victims of war and conflict.

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An avid reader, singer and chorister, active walker/hiker, gardener, woodsman, forager, and foodie, Bob is a devoted parent to four adult children and grandparent to eight.