After many years in parish ministry and 13 years as director general of the Anglican Community Ministries, the Rev. Canon Peter John Hobbs has retired. Colleagues, friends and family gathered at Christ Church Bells Corners on Jan. 24 to celebrate with him.
Don Smith, with Ishita Ghose and Reem Abu Afieh, worked closely with Hobbs to build up the Refugee Ministry Office during challenging times.
The Rev. Canon Hilary Murray and Archdeacon Rhonda Waters
The Rev. Canon Catherine Ascah and Bishop Peter Coffin
Peggy Lister and Sue Garvey share Hobbs’ passion for the social justice mission of the Community Ministries.
Shauna-marie Young, executive director of Belong Ottawa, and Simon Kinsman, chair of the advisory board
Hobbs chats with Bishop John Chapman (who appointed him as director of mission) and Archdeacon Monique Stone. She is holding Hobbs’ granddaughter who was a bright spark at the party.
Cathedral Deanery — Wallis sketching Christ Church Cathedral West Window Cartoon