Author: Marion

It was announced this morning , August 3rd.,  that Archbishop Anne has appointed Archdeacon Glen Miller as the Interim Priest-In-Charge at the Church of the Epiphany.

Archdeacon Glen has been overseeing the parish since February and we are pleased to welcome him in this new role for the foreseeable future.

Our Love and Prayers are with her, and her husband Kevin as they move on to the next chapter in their lives. You will both be truly missed.

              

In Thanksgiving for the ministry of the Rev. Dr. Elizabeth Green in the Parish Church of the Epiphany from 2020 to 2025.

In the Installation service for a new incumbent found in the Book of Common Prayer these words are part of the preamble:

“In the same way, the Lord commanded, that those who proclaim the gospel should get their living by the gospel” (1 Corinthians 9:14 ) “But we appeal to you, brothers and sisters, to respect those who labour among you in the Lord and admonish you, esteem them very highly in love because of their work. Be at peace with one another.” (1 Thessalonians 5:12-13.)

Also from that Installation service the presiding minister is instructed to read:
“It is the duty of the people to afford to their Minister at all times all needful help and encouragement in his or her work, and to give of their substance to that support; so that, being free from worldly anxieties your Minister may be devoted wholly to the preaching of God’s word and the ministration of the sacraments. Therefore I charge and exhort you, members and Churchwardens of this Parish, to pray continually for this your Minister who is set over you in the Lord, and to help in all duties of this holy calling. Bear one another’s burdens, and so fulfil the law of Christ”

During a service of New Ministry the members of this Parish family and the Rev. Elizabeth Green officially began a relationship making promises to one another to follow God’s leading as the ministry of the Parish continued. Over the past 5 years the Rev. Elizabeth Green has done her best to fulfil the requirements of the office of Incumbent entrusted to her and we here offer thanksgiving to God for the blessings she brought to this parish. Sometimes those blessings came and required changes in the way the congregation has done things and at other times those blessings came alongside more traditional activities. During the difficulties faced during the pandemic the worship services were conducted on a regular basis with care and the assistance of Layreaders, Organist, Choir Members under the direction of your Incumbent. Weddings, Funerals, Baptisms, alongside Home Communion services when permitted were managed faithfully under the restrictions imposed in order to provide as safe an environment as possible during those difficult years. As worship once again returned to the public spaces adaptation was again needed so that we weren’t sent into crisis again.

The next three years of the Rev. Elizabeth’s incumbency included some innovative attempts to widen the circle of those who would find a spiritual home in this congregation in downtown Sudbury. There have been some difficulties faced, some failures experienced, but some tremendous successes achieved. God is to be praised for how the ministry of your incumbent has been used to help members of this city find their way to Christ. There is much more to be said in regards to her time among us, some memories which bring rejoicing and some which bring tears, but all will be used by God for God’s glory and the benefit of God’s people.

As her term has come to a close our prayers and thanksgivings go with her. May the Lord bless her and keep her. May the Lord lift up His countenance upon her and be gracious to her. May the Lord make His face to shine upon her and give her peace.

We send our love and prayers to Maybourne’s family at this difficult time. A private family service has already taken place.

Maybourne Anna Kohlsmith (Morrison of Cobden) peacefully passed away with her family by her side on Tuesday May 13th at the Maison McCulloch Hospice in Sudbury at the age of 100 years. Those who knew Maybourne will remember her as a vibrant, intelligent, and passionate woman. She set high standards for herself, never shying away from challenges, and always embracing opportunities to learn. Her unique approach to life, independent spirit, and strong will, left a lasting impression on everyone she encountered.
She was married for 46 years to her beloved husband, Elsworth Kohlsmith, predeceased in 1993 in Sudbury.
Dear Mother of Lorna McDowell (Stewart) of Garson, and Karen Fera (Gerry Legault) of Coniston.
Cherished Granny to Landon McDowell (Kayla) of Falconbridge, Brooke McDowell of Orangeville, Katherine Fera (Chris Moncayo) of Toronto and Trevor Fera (Alison) of Sudbury.
Maybourne felt very blessed to be a Great Granny to 4 grandchildren: Clade and Payton McDowell, Elliott Fera, and Giovanni Moncayo.
Loving sister to Bill (William) Morrison of Cobden, predeceased 2020, and sister-in-law to Marie, predeceased 2012. Dear Aunt to Cheryl Morrison (Doug McLaren) of Trenton, Steven Robert Morrison (Darlaine Foley) of Ottawa, and Pauline Morrison Britnell (Ian) of Perth. Special cousin to Brenda Krauter of Ottawa. Cherished friend of Betty Mills of Ottawa, who she had known since elementary school in Cobden.
Maybourne loved spending time in the great outdoors. She and Elsworth enjoyed travelling across Canada in a tent trailer when their daughters were young. She was also involved with the Girl Guides for many years, leading camping trips and excursions. She served as the Captain of the Minnow Lake Girl Guides and later the District Commissioner.
Elsworth and Maybourne were snowbirds who enjoyed 19 sunny winters in Weslaco, Texas. They were part of a vibrant seniors community and made many wonderful friends over the years. After Elsworth passed Maybourne continued the tradition with her best friend, Betty. They loved to travel, visiting many locations in Canada and the US. Betty drove the Cadillac, Maybourne read the map, and off they went!
Maybourne was known for her love of crossword puzzles, maps, and books, especially biographies. She was passionate about politics and always kept up with the news of the day. She was a good friend who stayed in touch with people far and wide through letters and phone calls. Maybourne’s faith was important to her, and she was a long-time member of the Church of the Epiphany. Special thanks to Barbara Bolton and her pastoral team for visits of support to the family, fellowship, and Holy Communion.
The family would like to thank the entire team at Maison McCulloch Hospice. Donations can be made in memory of Maybourne here: https://maisonsudburyhospice.org/donate
A private ceremony will be held for the family May 16th 2025, with burial in the family plot in the Civic Memorial Cemetery in Sudbury.  Funeral arrangements entrusted to the COOPERATIVE FUNERAL HOME, Sudbury.