ABOUT
Clergy Team
The clergy of St Saviour's work together to uphold the ministry of the parish.
The Rev. Richard Simpson
DEACON
Richard was ordained into diaconal ministry in 2012. He sits on parish council and has been on the Board of Directors for Discovery House. Richard has a passion for serving marginalized people, a calling that helped him head a team of volunteers at Penticton's Soupateria for 19 years. Richard is known for being gentle, patient and soft spoken. He especially enjoys hospital visiting and pastoral care.
Since January 2024 Richard has been the only active clergy in the parish, providing pastoral care, funerals and presiding and preaching as needed.
The Rev. Pat Simons
DEACON
Pat was ordained into diaconal ministry in 2013 after many years of fellowship at St Saviour's Church. She feels drawn to those who are less fortunate, a calling that has helped her create the Free Store, the Community Meal, as well as supplying furnishings to people who would otherwise not be able to afford it. Pat also provides pastoral care to many in the community.
Pat is currently on Leave.
Vacant
PRIEST (INCUMBENT)
As of January 21st, 2024, our former priest has taken a new position in Vancouver. There is currently no incumbent pending the Diocesan restructuring of the South Okanagan Deanery. Sunday services are continuing with Eucharist and Morning Prayer.
Executive Team
The Wardens, Incumbent, and Treasurer (WITs) together form the leadership team of the parish.
Beth Hook
PEOPLE'S WARDEN / TREASURER
Beth has been a member of St Saviour's since the 80's. She's been involved at various times in both warden's positions, on the newcomers' committee, as part of kitchen help, office help, envelope secretary, and as part of the ACW. She was asked to take over as treasurer in 2005 and has continued in that role ever since. As the People’s Warden, Beth is the primary voice of the parish community in the leadership circle.Her contributions to St Saviour's have gone a long way to support and maintain the church she loves so dearly.
Pat Rowles
BISHOP'S WARDEN
Along with the People’s Warden and Treasurer, Pat is responsible for the executive leadership of the parish, setting a vision and overseeing the maintenance of the church community and church buildings. Wardens are also available to members of the congregation for information, complaints, and/or suggestions. As the Bishop’s Warden, Pat is the primary voice of the Diocese in the leadership circle. Pat has a rich background in education.
Church Council
Church Council is responsible for the oversight of the church's programs and community life. The Council as a whole comprises clergy, the executive, and the members at large.
Mary Murkin
MEMBER-AT-LARGE
Aleta Quaal
MEMBER-AT-LARGE
Jean Padwick
MEMBER-AT-LARGE
Jim Wild
MEMBER-AT-LARGE
Philip Mantler
MEMBER-AT-LARGE