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Appointment (David Montgomery)

The Reverend David Montgomery has been appointed as Rector of Grace Anglican Church, Waterdown, on a full-time basis, beginning June 1, 2025.

Appointment (Dr. Drew MacDonald)

The Reverend Canon Dr. Drew MacDonald has been appointed as Interim Priest-in-Charge of St. Luke’s, Burlington, on a part-time basis, beginning June 1, 2025. In addition to this appointment, Drew will also continue to serve as our diocesan Stewardship & Campaign Advisor, on a part-time basis.

Appointment (Peter Ciallella)

The Reverend Peter Ciallella has been appointed as Migrant Farm Worker Missioner, on a part-time basis, beginning May 1, 2025. For the month of April, Peter will work full-time with The Reverend Antonio Illas and Cela Tecamachaltzi de Illas, orienting himself to Niagara’s migrant farm worker ministry to ensure a smooth transition. In addition to this appointment, Peter will also serve as rector of St. John’s, Winona, on a part-time basis, beginning May 1, 2025.

Retirement (Canon Stuart Pike)

The Reverend Canon Stuart Pike has submitted his intention to retire as rector of St. Luke’s, Burlington, effective June 1, 2025.

Retirement (Illas)

The Reverend Antonio Illas has submitted his intention to retire as rector of St. John's, Winona and as the Migrant Farmworker Missioner, effective May 1, 2025. At the same time, Cela Tecamachaltzi de Illas’ ministry with the Migrant Farmworkers Project will also come to a conclusion.