Greetings!
I’m Vicar Karen or Rev K as my daughter calls me.
I am daily reminded what a privilege it is to serve as Vicar of St. Mary’s, Ellenbrook and St. Andrew’s, Boothstown, two wonderful churches who work so closely together.
Church for me has always been like extended family. That’s what shapes my vision really. An ethos of welcome and inclusion based on good relationships. Getting to know one another matters.
So, a Bit About Me…
My Job
I was a secondary school teacher and was ordained priest in 1995 in non-stipendiary capacity. I became full-time Vicar in 2013, after retiring from teaching. I went from a job I loved to a job I love. It is truly humbling to be invited into people’s lives, at their most difficult or at their most joyful times. It is such a privilege to travel this journey of faith with those in my care.
My vision for our Church…It is my belief that the church should be at the heart of its community, its purpose, with the help of God, to form and nurture people of love, care and compassion who will serve by their gifts. In other words, to be a blessing to its communities.
Prayer is central to everything we do. It helps us to appreciate the beauty of God’s world, raises awareness of needs, promotes love and respect and, above all, reminds us of God’s unconditional love for each one of us.
Good relationships, within and without, are an absolute priority.