Diocesan News
The Revd Ruth West instituted as Rector of the Florencecourt Group of Parishes
On Thursday evening, 28th September, the Revd Ruth West was instituted as Rector of the Florencecourt Group of Parishes – Killesher (St John’s and Druminiskill Chapel of Ease and Killinagh). Family, friends, parishioners as well as representatives of the local community and wider Diocese were packed into the beautiful St John’s Church, Florencecourt, to welcome Ruth as the new Incumbent. The service was led by Bishop Ferran Glenfield assisted by Archdeacon Craig McCauley and the Diocesan Registrar, the Very Revd Arfon Williams.
The sermon for this occasion was given by the Venerable David Huss, Archdeacon of Raphoe. Speaking from Matthew 9:35–38, David highlighted how Jesus’ example provided a challenging model for ministry. His was a ministry of breadth – a ministry to all; a ministry of variety – a ministry that dealt with the needs of the whole person, both the practical needs and the deep spiritual needs; a ministry of depth – of deep love and compassion – and a ministry that must be shared. He challenged the congregation to share with Ruth in the work of the church in these parishes.
The Act of Institution was then carried out by Bishop Ferran Glenfield, after which words of welcome were given by representatives of the Diocese, parishes, the local community and local churches.
The service was followed by a wonderful tea in the Church Annexe which was very welcome on a rainy evening! We pray for the Lord’s blessing on Ruth as she begins her ministry in the Florencecourt Group of Parishes.
Diocesan Communications Officer, Kilmore, Elphin & Ardagh
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Mr David Roe
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