Who we are ….
We are an eclectic group from many backgrounds and many generations who gather together because we share a common faith and a common connection to the Anglican Church.
Some of us have been here for decades and generations and know all of the ins and outs of the churches and how the connections between the names on the plaques on the walls relate to local families and those who have moved away. Others have more recently arrived to the area and are drawn to our community because of their ties to their previous communities. Still others, are searching for meaning in this modern and often impersonal world that seems to be characterized by busy-ness and not a depth of meaning.
Wherever you find yourself, please know that you are welcome here. We might not have all the answers, but we will walk with you on your journey as we help each other enter into a deeper knowledge of our world and our God.
Reverend Sophie Rolland
The Corporation
The Corporation of the Parish of Vaudreuil is the legal entity responsible for managing the corporate and temporal affairs of the church, such as finances, property, and administration ensuring that the church can fulfill its mission while adhering to civil and ecclesiastical laws. The group also ensures that the church’s assets are properly maintained and its operations run smoothly. The Corporation currently includes:
Reverend Sophie Rolland - Incumbent
Phillip Castonguay - Rector’s Warden
Laurie Tomita - People’s Warden for St. James
Don Maguire - People’s Warden for St. Mary’s.
Ex Officio members:
Nigel Holehouse - Treasurer
Marcus Owen - Building and Grounds Manager
St. James’ Church Choir
St. James’ has always had a strong musical tradition which continues today. Under the capable direction of Judi Meade, the choir sings at every Sunday service from September to June, leading the congregation in hymns. Many choristers are longstanding members of St. James’ and have sung in the choir since joining the congregation. We always welcome new voices. The choir presents the Nine Lessons and Carols Service every December which is the musical highlight of the year for the church. Current members are:
Bill Andricopolous, Norman Arduini, Graham Campbell, Marne Deszo, Deirdre Gilbert, Patricia Kaye, Frank Royle, Laurie Tomita, Glenna Vipond, Mary Vipond
Chancel Guild of St. James’
The Chancel Guild is a small group of people whose duty is to prepare the church for weekly services. It is sometimes referred to as a ministry of “quiet services”. They take pride in making sure the church shines each week, by changing the altar hangings, caring for the linens, polishing the silver and brass and placing candles, plants and flowers at the altar.
The Chancel Guild also prepares the church for Lent, Palm Sunday, Easter, Thanksgiving, Rembrance Day, Advent and Christmas.
St. James’
Sue Campbell
Cody Gilmore
Margaret Lagimodiere
Stephanie Morris
St. Mary’s
Bernice Hall
Sandra Lawrence
Friends of St. James’ and St. Mary’s
These are the folks who organize the events that go beyond worship to enhance our church community life. The Strawberry Social, the Christmas Market, Grounds and Cemetery Cleanup Days, Pancake Suppers are just some of the events that they have orchestrated. This is a loosely structured group. Anyone with the time, energy and interest is welcome to participate.
The Cemetery Committee
In addition to overseeing funerals and burials, and records of all of the burial plots, this group is currently working on digitizing the graveyard to make it easier for people to search and learn about people who are buried there.
St. James’
Shirley Hunt
Shelly Potter
Sophie Rolland
St. Mary’s
Alan Constable