May 2009 A Section of Anglican Journal
A new Shepherd for the Diocese of Saskatchewan Alban's Cathedral. The presentation was followed by the reading of testimonials of the election and the signing of a declaration by the Bishop Elect. Acting Metropolitan PRINCE ALBERT (Sask) - On March 6, 2009, Michael Phillips next asked the people whether it was their will to William Hawkins was consecrated as a Bishop in the ordain Michael as a Bishop, and whether they would Church of God, at Sacred Heart (Roman Catholic) uphold him. All stood and answered affirmatively. Acting Cathedral in Prince Albert, Saskatchewan. Although held Metropolitan Phillips then led the Examination. A series on Ember Friday, the celebration was joyous and Easterof vows were read by a number of other Bishops in attenlike, with bishops, friends, family and other honoured dance, stated in question form, and Bishop Elect Hawkins guests coming from across Canada - and even from as far affirmed each one. Bishop Elect Hawkins then led woraway as Uganda - to be with the new Bishop. Clergy and shipers in the Nicene Creed. friends from other denominations were also in attenActing Metropolitan Phillips next led the consecration of dance, with special thanks for the use of the cathedral to the Bishop, during which Bishop Elect Hawkins knelt. The Most Reverend Albert ThĂŠvenot, Roman Catholic The Litany was sung by The Reverend Canon Donald Bishop of Prince Albert, and Father Maurice Fiolleau, Skinner, followed by the singing of Veni Creator Spiritus Rector of Sacred Heart Cathedral. by all present. Acting Metropolitan Phillips then led the More than 100 people had special roles during the celePhoto contributed prayers of consecration, with other bishops laying hands bration, which was capably organized by Masters of L to R: The Rt Rev Gregory Kerr-Wilson, Bishop on the head of the Bishop Elect. Following the prayers, Ceremonies the Reverend Chris Harper and Mr. Fred of Qu'Appelle; the Rt Rev Michael Hawkins, the new Bishop was vested according to the order of Payton. This already substantial crowd was joined in worBishop of Saskatchewan; the Rt Rev Donald Bishops. The Ring was presented by the new Bishop's ship by hundreds more in the packed cathedral. Phillips, Bishop and Acting Metropolitan of family: wife Kathryn Hawkins, son Matthew and daughEnthusiastic singing of the opening hymn, All People that Rupert's Land; the Rt Rev Rodney Andrews, ter Allie. The Pectoral Cross, a gift from the family of on Earth do Dwell, began the Book of Alternative Bishop of Saskatoon Bishop Vicars Short, was presented by the Right Services liturgy. Meanwhile, a large procession made its Reverend Mark Mac Donald. The Stole and Cope were way slowly to the front. Leading the charge were Crucifer presented by the Reverend Gerald Bear, the Reverend Ashley Gugeir and Acolytes Gareth and Lauren Royeppen, followed by a host of Lay Readers, Ecumenical Guests, Visiting Clergy, Diocesan Clergy and Canons, Masters of David Chapman, the Reverend Julie Golding Page and Mr. John Hareuther on behalf of Ceremonies, Rector of Sacred Heart Cathedral, Wardens, Chancellor, more than a dozen the People, Parishes and Friends of the Diocese of Saskatchewan. The Mitre was preBishops, Bishop Elect with Acolytes Breanna and Talia Pellegrini , Presenters, Officers sented by Ms. Marie Callbeck and Mrs. Marlene Payton on behalf of St. Alban's Cathedral. Acting Metropolitan Phillips then presented the new Bishop with a Bible and of Rupert's Land, the Primate, and the Acting Metropolitan. The Right Reverend Donald Phillips, Acting Metropolitan of Rupert's Land, led wor- Pastoral Staff, before officially presenting him to all present as Michael, Bishop in the shipers through the Gathering of the Community, with the Diocesan Choir leading the Church of God, to joyous applause and the enthusiastic singing of the Doxology. Kyrie. Chief Lawrence Joseph read the Old Testament Reading from Ezekiel 34:11-16; Following the Offertory hymn, Rock of Ages, the communion was led by Acting Pastor Rick Potratz led the Responsive Psalm from Psalm 100; and Mr. Matthew Metropolitan Phillips and new Bishop Hawkins, with several Diocesan clergy and William Hawkins, son of the Bishop Elect, gave an excellent reading of the New laypeople participating in its administration: The Reverend Julie Golding Page, the Reverend Waltar Hannam, the Reverend Richard Hetke, the Reverend Steven Page, the Testament Reading, 2 Corinthians 4:1-10. Following the Gradual Hymn, Revive thy Work, O Lord, The Right Reverend Charles Reverend Ruth Ross, the Reverend Rob Stringer, Mr. Roger Bird, Mrs. Shirley McKay, Arthurson, retired Suffragan Bishop in the Diocese, read the Gospel (John 21:15-17) in Miss Wanda Owen, and Mr. Lloyd Young. During the Communion, special music was both Cree and English. The Most Reverend Frederick J. Hiltz, Primate of the Anglican provided. Men of the Way, directed by the Reverend Ken Lyons, sang Your Only Son; Church of Canada, gave a warm and personal sermon, weaving together the text and his St. Alban's Cathedral Choir and Youth Choir, directed by Mrs. Karen Langlois, sang We friendship with Michael Hawkins, which dates from the time when both were priests in Are One with You, O Lord; and the Diocesan Cree Choir, assembled by the Reverend neighbouring Nova Scotia parishes. Archbishop Hiltz particularly focused on the role of Wilfred Sanderson and Mr. William Opoonechow, led Just as I Am and Amazing Grace. Bishop as Shepherd, reminding all present that a Bishop should be like the Good Musicians included Mrs. Margaret Zulkoskey, Organist; Gillian Lyons, Pianist; Mr. Shepherd, Jesus: humble, loving, supported, and quite literally there for the sheep. The David Palm, Violinist; and Twyla Gange, Flautist. Congregational hymns included Breathe on Me, Breath of God and Wherefore, O Father. sermon was followed by the hymn, Firmly I Believe and Truly. Bishop Elect Hawkins was next presented to Acting Metropolitan Phillips by represen- Following the Communion, new Bishop Hawkins blessed the people, and the congregatatives of the Diocese and Province: The Right Reverend Rodney Andrews; The Right tion was dismissed. As all sang the closing hymn King of Glory, participants in the serReverend Gregory Kerr-Wilson; The Venerable Adam Halkett; The Reverend Beryl vice recessed to the back of the cathedral. Photos were then taken of Bishop Hawkins Whitecap; The Reverend Dennis Serfas; The Reverend Canon Robert S.H. Greene; The and the other Bishops in attendance, and the congregation made its way to a Reception Reverend Canon R. Paul Jeffries; Mrs. Stella Demery, Treasurer of the Diocesan ACW; hosted by the Anglican Church Women of the Diocese, held in the foyer of Saint Mary's Mrs. Theresa Sanderson, President, Diocesan Lay Readers; and Mr. Michael Lyons, St. High School, just across the street. By the Rev'd Julie Golding Page
photo contributed
Canon Robert Greene from Calgary (left) and Canon Paul Jeffries from Uganda (right) joined Bishop Michael at the Consecration service.
photo contributed
Bishop Michael Hawkins with his family: son Matthew, daughter Ellie, and wife Kathryn.
photo contributed
Many bishops from across Canada attended the Consecration service.