Deacons

Deacons, like Priests, are ordained members of the clergy.  This means that they wear the same clerical collar (the white tab) as a preist, and are given the title of 'The Reverened . . '  Some Deacons are known as 'Transitional Deacons.'  This means that they are ordained as a Deacon in preparation for a future ordination as a priest.  Other Deacons are known s 'Vocational Deacons' which referrs to Deacons who or are ordained for the specific ministry of  serving the poor or sick.  Many Deacons specialize in Hospital chaplaincy or care-home ministry. 

During Sunday worship, the Deacon often reads the Gospel of the day, as well as prepares the Altar for the Celebration of the Eucharist.  The Deacon can be identified by his or her wearing of the diagonal stole (as opposed to priests who wear their stoles vertically.)

 The Reverend Larry Nicolay is Holy Cross' permanent Deacon.

Lay Readers

Lay Readers are people who are not ordained, but serve the church in special ways. Like any member, they fulfill many roles in worship services, but in addition they may lead services both in their own parish and in other locations such as Seniors' Residences. Much of their minsistry invovles taking the 'reserved sacrament' to those unable to attend church.  They have a special licence from the Bishop of the diocese, recognizing this ministry. 

Holy Cross is blessed by the ministry of  four Lay Readers: Jack Cooke, Anne Davidson, Marlene Stevenson and Tara Pollard.

To get in touch with any of these people contact the Church Office or email here.