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An Anglican Priest

The Anglican Communion is a worldwide association of Christian churches whose common bond is that they are all “in Communion” with the “See of Canterbury” (ie: the Diocese of Canterbury with its Archbishop). This church can trace a continuous history right back to Jesus Christ himself, although it formed a uniquely English character under the political and spiritual leaders of England, culminating in an official break with the Roman Catholic church in the 16th Century.

Anglicans recognize the three universal [or “Catholic”] types of ordained ministry: bishops, priests, and deacons. I am a priest, ordained as such in 1966.

Click here to explore some Frequently Asked Questions about priests in the Anglican Church. (eg. “How do I go about getting ordained as an Anglican priest?” “Is ‘Anglican’ the same as ‘Episcopal?’” “How do I address an Anglican Priest/” ...and more)

The following list comprises a variety of priesthood-related pages and links. Each one may give you some insight into this fascinating and demanding vocation:

A sermon given at an ordination of priests.: – this sermon explores what it means to be a priest. Warning: watch for the sudden twist after the opening paragraphs!
Reflections on the nature of pastoral ministry;: – notes written at the end of 17 years serving in one congregation.
A snapshot of ordinary life for a priest in Manitoba: – Are you busy because it’s almost Christmas?
Some of my favourite prayers and hymns.
Some of my views on the thorny issues of our time.
Various essays on Theology, Faith, and Ministry.
A small collection of sermons.: – some Sermons for Remembrance Day; – a Christmas Sermon
“...things into which angels long to look!” - 1 Peter 1:12
An article about reserving the Sacrament in an Anglican church.
Links of interest to Anglicans, and Anglican clergy.
Some parishes where I have served...: – St. Luke’s, Winnipeg;; – St.George’s, Crescentwood, Winnipeg;; – St.Chad’s, Winnipeg.
(This comprehensive site is maintained
by Gil Frederick, a member of St.Chad’s.)