Canon Vicars Hodge - Associate Priest
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Vicars is Priest-in-Charge of Trinity Church during our search for our new Rector. Upon the new Rector’s appointment, Canon Vicars will resume his part-time role as Priest Associate. As Priest-in-Charge at present, he is the senior pastor of Trinity Church with overall responsibility for leading our ministry.
Vicars grew up in the Okanagan Valley of British Columbia. After high school he went to work for the F.W. Woolworth Company – in Kelowna, BC; Thompson, MB; and at then at their Toronto Office. He spent the next 20 years working in various management positions in retail and light manufacturing. A lifelong Anglican, most of his early years were devoted to pursuing the myth of the self-made man.
All that changed in April 1983. Vic says: “Our gracious God finally got my attention and I surrendered – I gave all that I am, and all that I ever will, be into the trustworthy hands of Jesus Christ. He is done a good sight better job of running my life than I ever did – and since then it has been quite a ride!” A year later, supported by his wife, Carole, Vicars returned to school, graduating in 1987 with a BA (English & Psychology) from Huron College and then studied Theology at Wycliffe College in Toronto, graduating in 1990 with an M.Div.
After ordination, Vic served as Asst. Curate at St. Stephen’s Memorial, London and then incumbent of Christ Church, Glanworth. Later, for about 8 years, he was Rector of St. Paul’s, Wingham (with Belgrave & Lucknow.) In 1999 he was called to St. George’s Church, Saint John, NB., an inner-city parish with significant ministry to a hurting neighbourhood. 2003 was an eventful year as he was made Canon of Christ Church, Cathedral and Archdeacon of St. Andrews – and also appointed to serve as the first Rector of the newly created Parish of the Nerepis and St. John. This involved the amalgamation of 7 churches and as the congregation would not fit in any of the former facilities, all were deconsecrated and closed. The Church of the Resurrection met for 5 years in a public school theatre before their new facility was finished. In 2012 Vicars responded to God’s call to serve as Rector of Trinity Anglican Church. He was also appointed a Canon of St. Paul’s Cathedral, London with a particular role as Canon Missioner. Beyond the parish, Vic has served on both Diocesan Council, General and Provincial Synod and in many other ministries at the Diocesan and national church level.
Vic is proud to be the father of three adult children and two grandchildren. Vicars describes himself as a “someone who is learning how to follow Jesus.” He has a passion for God’s word and encouraging the faithful to discover and use their gifts for Kingdom purposes. Vicars is excited about the challenges and the possibilities at Trinity Church and is particularly encouraged by the leadership team that is in place.
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Vicars is Priest-in-Charge of Trinity Church during our search for our new Rector. Upon the new Rector’s appointment, Canon Vicars will resume his part-time role as Priest Associate. As Priest-in-Charge at present, he is the senior pastor of Trinity Church with overall responsibility for leading our ministry.
Vicars grew up in the Okanagan Valley of British Columbia. After high school he went to work for the F.W. Woolworth Company – in Kelowna, BC; Thompson, MB; and at then at their Toronto Office. He spent the next 20 years working in various management positions in retail and light manufacturing. A lifelong Anglican, most of his early years were devoted to pursuing the myth of the self-made man.
All that changed in April 1983. Vic says: “Our gracious God finally got my attention and I surrendered – I gave all that I am, and all that I ever will, be into the trustworthy hands of Jesus Christ. He is done a good sight better job of running my life than I ever did – and since then it has been quite a ride!” A year later, supported by his wife, Carole, Vicars returned to school, graduating in 1987 with a BA (English & Psychology) from Huron College and then studied Theology at Wycliffe College in Toronto, graduating in 1990 with an M.Div.
After ordination, Vic served as Asst. Curate at St. Stephen’s Memorial, London and then incumbent of Christ Church, Glanworth. Later, for about 8 years, he was Rector of St. Paul’s, Wingham (with Belgrave & Lucknow.) In 1999 he was called to St. George’s Church, Saint John, NB., an inner-city parish with significant ministry to a hurting neighbourhood. 2003 was an eventful year as he was made Canon of Christ Church, Cathedral and Archdeacon of St. Andrews – and also appointed to serve as the first Rector of the newly created Parish of the Nerepis and St. John. This involved the amalgamation of 7 churches and as the congregation would not fit in any of the former facilities, all were deconsecrated and closed. The Church of the Resurrection met for 5 years in a public school theatre before their new facility was finished. In 2012 Vicars responded to God’s call to serve as Rector of Trinity Anglican Church. He was also appointed a Canon of St. Paul’s Cathedral, London with a particular role as Canon Missioner. Beyond the parish, Vic has served on both Diocesan Council, General and Provincial Synod and in many other ministries at the Diocesan and national church level.
Vic is proud to be the father of three adult children and two grandchildren. Vicars describes himself as a “someone who is learning how to follow Jesus.” He has a passion for God’s word and encouraging the faithful to discover and use their gifts for Kingdom purposes. Vicars is excited about the challenges and the possibilities at Trinity Church and is particularly encouraged by the leadership team that is in place.
Rev David Hewett Honorary Assistant
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David’s particular ministry emphasis is pastoral care, he has served Trinity in many ways during many different seasons of growth and change, even though Dave has retired he continues to serve the people of Trinity with sincere dedication and grace. David grew up in St. John’s Anglican church in Leamington, Ontario where his family was very active. He received a B.Sc from Guelph University, and then taught physics for 1 year at his alma mater, Leamington High. He earned his teaching degree from Western University in 1972, moved to Petrolia to teach science and math for 29 years until June 2001 when he retired. During his time in Petrolia he met & married Sheila, a teacher-librarian at LCCVI in 1973. They have 2 children: Olivia, a graduate of McGill University and Wheelock College, who lives in Newton MA where she is a first grade teacher. She is married to Matt who is an ESL teacher in downtown Boston. Son, James, a graduate of Windsor and Lakehead Universities lives near Grand Bend and is a French Immersion Teacher at Brooke Central School. His wife, Katie, is a teacher, too, at Watford. And, they have the first grandchild, Maggie, born Feb 2012.
Dave was very involved in the community life of Petrolia, serving eleven years on the town council, which included five years as Mayor of the town (1980-1985). And, he was an active member of Christ Church in Petrolia serving on the Parish Council, as Warden, Sunday School Superintendent, and Layreader. In 1989 he felt called to ordained ministry and began studies through Montreal Diocesan Theological College. In the fall of 2001 he enrolled in the Master of Divinity Program at Huron University College in London. Dave was ordained in May 2003. Dave believes that the gospel preached by Jesus Christ is the surest foundation upon which to build a life and that the ultimate source of happiness lies in following Christ.
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David’s particular ministry emphasis is pastoral care, he has served Trinity in many ways during many different seasons of growth and change, even though Dave has retired he continues to serve the people of Trinity with sincere dedication and grace. David grew up in St. John’s Anglican church in Leamington, Ontario where his family was very active. He received a B.Sc from Guelph University, and then taught physics for 1 year at his alma mater, Leamington High. He earned his teaching degree from Western University in 1972, moved to Petrolia to teach science and math for 29 years until June 2001 when he retired. During his time in Petrolia he met & married Sheila, a teacher-librarian at LCCVI in 1973. They have 2 children: Olivia, a graduate of McGill University and Wheelock College, who lives in Newton MA where she is a first grade teacher. She is married to Matt who is an ESL teacher in downtown Boston. Son, James, a graduate of Windsor and Lakehead Universities lives near Grand Bend and is a French Immersion Teacher at Brooke Central School. His wife, Katie, is a teacher, too, at Watford. And, they have the first grandchild, Maggie, born Feb 2012.
Dave was very involved in the community life of Petrolia, serving eleven years on the town council, which included five years as Mayor of the town (1980-1985). And, he was an active member of Christ Church in Petrolia serving on the Parish Council, as Warden, Sunday School Superintendent, and Layreader. In 1989 he felt called to ordained ministry and began studies through Montreal Diocesan Theological College. In the fall of 2001 he enrolled in the Master of Divinity Program at Huron University College in London. Dave was ordained in May 2003. Dave believes that the gospel preached by Jesus Christ is the surest foundation upon which to build a life and that the ultimate source of happiness lies in following Christ.
Wendy Zonneville Trinity Music Director
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My roots are here in Sarnia as this is the city that I have always called home; I was born and raised here in “Bluewaterland”. My church background was with the Salvation Army until my early teen years. After being away from church for a while I felt led to start attending Trinity with my (then) future mother-in-law and have never looked back; this was in 1973.
Throughout my 44 years at Trinity some of the things I have been involved with are singing in the choir under the direction of Arva McKenzie, teaching Sunday School, leading a team of volunteers to revamp the facilities (FIT team), secretary of Parish Council, participating as Stage Manager/Assistance Director in our major play productions and worshipping through the Praise Band and Praise Singers under the leadership of Joy Cafazzo.
When Joy retired in November 2016 I felt that God was nudging me to “step up” so I volunteered to fill the role on a “trial” basis. Although there were many aspects of the role that I had no idea about, I quickly became very comfortable with the role and felt an increasing awareness of just how God was working in my life through this Ministry. This awareness helped me to make the decision of taking ownership of the role of Music Director.
In my “spare” time I work three days a week as the secretary for a Construction Trade Union Hall and have done so for 27 years. My husband Doug and I are pleased to call ourselves mom and dad to three adult children and their spouses and Nanny and Poppy to three beautiful grandchildren, namely, Cole, Chloe and Blythe.
I feel truly blessed to be a part of this amazing group of people here at Trinity and look forward to serving in the capacity that God would have me do.
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My roots are here in Sarnia as this is the city that I have always called home; I was born and raised here in “Bluewaterland”. My church background was with the Salvation Army until my early teen years. After being away from church for a while I felt led to start attending Trinity with my (then) future mother-in-law and have never looked back; this was in 1973.
Throughout my 44 years at Trinity some of the things I have been involved with are singing in the choir under the direction of Arva McKenzie, teaching Sunday School, leading a team of volunteers to revamp the facilities (FIT team), secretary of Parish Council, participating as Stage Manager/Assistance Director in our major play productions and worshipping through the Praise Band and Praise Singers under the leadership of Joy Cafazzo.
When Joy retired in November 2016 I felt that God was nudging me to “step up” so I volunteered to fill the role on a “trial” basis. Although there were many aspects of the role that I had no idea about, I quickly became very comfortable with the role and felt an increasing awareness of just how God was working in my life through this Ministry. This awareness helped me to make the decision of taking ownership of the role of Music Director.
In my “spare” time I work three days a week as the secretary for a Construction Trade Union Hall and have done so for 27 years. My husband Doug and I are pleased to call ourselves mom and dad to three adult children and their spouses and Nanny and Poppy to three beautiful grandchildren, namely, Cole, Chloe and Blythe.
I feel truly blessed to be a part of this amazing group of people here at Trinity and look forward to serving in the capacity that God would have me do.
Rachel Phillips Office Manager Email Rachel Phillips
Rachel has been a member at Trinity since 2012 and joined the Trinity staff team in 2015. Rachel finds joy in her ministry of enabling Trinity to effectively communicate the good news that Jesus is Lord. Rachel is also committed to the Dismas group at Trinity (a group that supports ex-prisoners) Rachel has always had a heart for the lost and helping them find the way to the love and comfort that Jesus provides. In the office, she has been blessed with a dedicated team of volunteers that manage the reception of the church. Rachel's responsibilities include accounting, church communications, the service presentation and a variety of other tasks for the day to day operations of Trinity Church. If you have any needs or concerns Rachel would be happy to assist you.