St John's College at the University of Manitoba - The Installation of Allison J. Abra
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St John’s College
at the University of Manitoba
The Installation of
Allison J. Abra
As the
Fourteenth Warden of St John’s College
University of Manitoba
October 7, 2021The Chapel of St John the Evangelist
OCTOBER 7, 2021
THE INSTALLATION OF DR. ALLISON ABRA AS THE
FOURTEENTH WARDEN OF ST JOHN’S COLLEGE
Processional
The Gathering of the Community
(All stand)
Welcome:
The Right Rev. Geoffrey Woodcroft, Chancellor of St John’s College,
Bishop of the Diocese of Rupert’s Land.
Chancellor: The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ,
and the love of God,
and the fellowship of the Holy Spirit,
be with you all.
(all) And also with you.
Chancellor: My brothers and sisters in Christ,
Today we celebrate new leadership within the St John’s
College community.
Upon the recommendation of College Council and after
prayerful consideration we will install Allison Abra as
the Warden and Vice-Chancellor.
The ministry of the Warden, continues the good work
done through the years in this community, and is part of
the work and witness of the whole church.
As we stand in God’s presence let us pray that grace will
be given to all of us in this ministry, that each may fulfill
their responsibilities.Silence is kept.
Chancellor: Almighty God,
by your grace alone
we are accepted and called to your service.
Strengthen us by your Holy Spirit
and make us worthy of our calling;
through Jesus Christ our Lord,
who is alive and reigns with you
and the Holy Spirit,
one God, now and forever.
(all) Amen.
THE PROCLAMATION OF THE WORD
Proverbs 2: 1-11 The Rev. Helen Holbrook, Chaplain, St John’s
College
(all) Thanks be to God.
Presenter: I certify that the Council of St John’s College on
April 7, 2021, appointed Allison Abra as
Warden of St John’s College and that such
appointment was confirmed by the Board of
Governors of the University of Manitoba on April
20, 2021. I therefore request that you install her in
this office.
Chancellor: Do you, Allison Abra, promise to perform the
duties and responsibilities of the Warden of St
John’s College, as set out in the Statutes of the
College and do you promise to promote and defend
the interests of the Community of the College?Warden elect: I will, with God’s help.
Dean of Studies: Will you pledge to do all in your power to promote
sound scholarship and learning at St John’s College,
upholding academic freedom and honest inquiry?
Warden elect: I will, with God’s help.
Senior Stick: Do you promise to help students to advance their
studies, encouraging by your life and example, that
they may grow intellectually, spiritually and
personally?
Warden elect: I will with God’s help.
(Members of the College stand)
Chancellor: Do you, the Fellows, Staff and Students of St John’s
College commit yourselves to share with Allison in
the work and ministry of this College?
People: We do.
(Guests Stand)
Chancellor: As brothers and sisters in the body of Christ, will
you support Allison and St John’s College in their
ministry together?
People: We will.
Chancellor: Allison Jean Abra, I install you as Warden
of St John’s College and confer on you the rights,
privileges and responsibilities of the office in the
name of the Father, and the Son, and the Holy Spirit.
The Registrar brings College Seal to the ChancellorChancellor: As a symbol of your undertaking and the covenant
between you and the College, I present you with the
Seal of St John’s College.
The Chaplain ushers Dr. Abra to the Warden’s stall in the Chapel.
Chaplain: Allison, the Fellows, Staff and Students of St John’s
College, receive you as our Warden. Be seated
among us as our leader. This seat in our Chapel will
always remind you of the source of your authority
and remain for you a place of prayer and reflection.
May the Lord bless your comings and goings from
this place. Amen.
GREETINGS
From the University: Dr. Michael Benarroch, President and Vice-
Chancellor, University of Manitoba.
Chancellor’s Charge
Hymn – Let us build a house
Let us build a house where love can dwell
and all can safely live,
a place where saints and children till
how hearts learn to forgive.
Built of hopes and dreams and visions,
rock of faith and vault of grace;
here the love of Christ shall end divisions:All are welcome, all are welcome, all are welcome in this place. Let us build a house where prophets speak, and words are strong and true, where all God's children dare to seek to dream God's reign anew. Here the cross shall stand as witness and as symbol of God's grace; here as one we claim the faith of Jesus. All are welcome, all are welcome, all are welcome in this place. All are welcome, all are welcome, all are welcome in this place. Let us build a house where hands will reach beyond the wood and stone to heal and strengthen, serve and teach, and live the Word they've known. Here the outcast and the stranger bear the image of God's face; let us bring an end to fear and danger. All are welcome, all are welcome, all are welcome in this place. Let us build a house where all are named, their songs and visions heard and loved and treasured, taught and claimed as words within the Word. Built of tears and cries and laughter, prayers of faith and songs of grace, let this house proclaim from floor to rafter. All are welcome, all are welcome, all are welcome in this place.
Chancellor: Gathering our prayers and praises, spoken and silent, let
us pray,
All:
Our Father in heaven,
hallowed be your name,
your kingdom come,
your will be done,
on earth as in heaven.
Give us today our daily bread.
Forgive us our sins,
as we forgive those who sin against us.
Save us from the time of trial,
and deliver us from evil.
For the kingdom, the power,
and the glory are yours,
now and forever. Amen.
The Blessing: The Right Rev. Geoffrey Woodcroft, Chancellor of St
John’s College and Bishop of Diocese of Rupert’s Land
Please remain seated until the platform party has left the chapel.RECEPTION
A reception in the Cross Common Room (lower hallway) follows the
service. All are cordially invited to attend and celebrate with Dr. Trott
and the College.
Participants
Presider The Right Rev. Geoffrey Woodcroft, Chancellor of
St John’s College and Bishop of Diocese of Rupert’s
Land
Warden Dr. Allison J. Abra, Warden of SJC
Presenter The Ven. Godfrey Mawejje, Chair of SJC Council
Chaplain The Rev. Helen Holbrook, Chaplain
Dean of Studies Dr. Mary Benbow, Fellow of SJC, filling in for Dr.
Esyllt Jones, Fellow of SJC
Senior Stick Ms. Mercy Shwaykosky, SJC Student
Organist Ms. Lottie Enns-Braun, Faculty of Music
Greetings Dr. Michael Benarroch, President of the University
of Manitoba
Esquire Bedells Dr. Christina Penner, Fellow of SJC
Dr. Michael Minor, Fellow of SJC
Thank You
Our thanks go to those who have worked so hard to make this event very
special:
Sherry Peters, Amy Craddock, and Miriam Chavez in the General
Office.
Theresa Morgan for running the livestream. Ivan Froese for acting as the
official photographer. Ian Park and all the Food Services Staff for the
wonderful reception.
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