Bryan oversees the operational and administrative functions of Christ Church Deer Park, supporting the clergy, staff, and parish community in the day-to-day life and ministry of the church. He is also the primary contact for matters related to church property, bookkeeping and finance, facility rentals, and IT/technology support.
A member of St. Matthew's Anglican Church in Etobicoke, Bryan has been actively involved in parish life through youth ministry, participation in the parish choir, helping to establish a men's Bible study group, and preaching. While most of his preaching ministry has taken place at St. Matthew's, he has also had the opportunity to preach at Christ Church Deer Park and Christ the King. Prior to joining Christ Church Deer Park, he supported parish bookkeeping and administrative functions in other church settings.
Bryan is passionate about helping churches flourish through faithful stewardship, practical leadership, and effective administration, enabling clergy, staff, and volunteers to focus on ministry and service to the community.
Our magnificent three manual, tracker-action organ was installed in the chancel of the church in the spring of 1982 and dedicated to the Glory of God and in memory of those who died in the First World War and the Second World War.
The organ, built by the Karl Wilhelm Company of Mont St. Hilaire, Quebec, has a classical continental design. The case is made of white oak and the pipe shades are of carved butternut. Voiced in the classic French style, its 36 stops and 50 ranks are capable of interpreting a wide variety of organ literature.
Installation required considerable changes to the chancel including moving the altar forward and arranging choir seating to either side. These renovations prompted the design and production of our award-winning Benedicite Kneelers, done in needlepoint by a dedicated group of church members.