Honouring Service: New Canons and Archdeacon Installed

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 on March 10, 2026

On Sunday, January 18, Christ’s Church Cathedral hosted a Thanksgiving for Ministry service, including the collation of Archdeacon Paul Walker as Archdeacon for Greater Wellington. The service also celebrated Canon Cheryl Barker, rector of St. George’s, Georgetown, and Canon Will Alakas, rector of St. Columba’s, St. Catharines, as honorary canons. They were recognized for their long and faithful service to the diocese, their leadership in the councils of the church, and their love for their parishes and support of the diocese as a whole.

The Reverend Canon Cheryl Barker and The Reverend Canon Will Alakas pose with Bishop Susan Bell.
Archdeacon Paul Walker poses with the bishop.