Wednesday, December 17, 2008

CLERGY TRANSITIONS

From the December 16th Tuesday Night Flyer -

It is our pleasure to announce the following deployment transitions within our Diocese.

The Very Rev. Van McCalister has responded to the call to be the Assistant to the Dean of St. James’ Cathedral beginning January 1st. We are very pleased for him and Jacqui as they are remaining with us here, and Fr. Van will remain as Dean of the San Joaquin School for Ministries. Dean Raines and the Chapter are thrilled to have such a qualified Assistant, especially as attendance at the Cathedral has been growing noticeably.

The Rev. Jack Faucett has been called to be the Vicar of Epiphany, Corcoran, as of January 1st. Fr. Jack and Joan are planning to move to Corcoran, although he will continue on with the prison ministries in Kern County as well. This will be a great leap in faith for the people of Epiphany, building on the great work accomplished by Fr. Van at quarter-time availability, as Fr. Jack will be there at least half-time and resident in the neighborhood.

Congratulations to both Epiphany Church and St. James’ Cathedral.

We also wish to recognize that Fr. Lee Nelson has arrived at St. John’s in Stockton and attendance has jumped considerably. Bishop Jack Iker has agreed to be the preacher at Fr. Nelson’s installation as Rector on Saturday, February 7th, 10:AM.

- Fr Bill Gandenberger

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