Contact Us
CHURCH OFFICE
602 Silica, Nelson, BC, Canada V1L 4N1
PHONE: (250) 352-2822
FAX: (250) 352-2818
OFFICE HOURS:
9:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon, Monday to Friday, excluding holidays
We don't have enough space to list all the wonderful people
who support
the life of Nelson United and make up our congregation.
Here are a few
whom we hope you will meet:
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Our Church Secretary...
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Lois Berg |
Lois berg, selected by the M&P Committee, assumes her administrative position as of March 10, 2008. Although she has become familiar to those who have been in the office over the last month, we welcome Lois to our Church Staff.
If you have not met her, please drop by and say "Hi!"
Our Ministers...
 The Reverend David Boyd B.Sc. M.Div.
In the beginning there was Gwen and there was Harold. Gwen and Harold spoke and there was Heather and there was David and there was Susan and there was Scott, and they saw that it was good. From Plumas (Manitoba) to Hazelton (BC) to Kenora (Ontario) to Nanaimo (BC), so the Boyds were fruitful and multiplied. In the fullness of time, David did leave home (Nanaimo) and, blessed by Gwen and Harold, encounter his future. And so it came to pass that, in the course of learning, David met Janet and they began a new life together; and behold it was good. Upon studying and graduating first at UBC and then at Vancouver School of Theology, Janet spoke and David spoke and there was Megan and there was Hamish and there was Iain and there was Alanna. From Vancouver to Matheson (Ontario)-St. Andrew's United Church-to Nelson-Nelson United Church-so a new generation of Boyds was fruitful and multiplied. And it came to pass that David didst discover a passion for music, for hiking, for biking, for Cross-country skiing, for reading and for camping. And so it was and so it is and so it shall be. Amen. |
 The Reverend Christine Dudley Diaconal Minister
Christine has been in Nelson since July 1, 2000 and enjoys the challenges and personal growth she is experiencing as part of the ministry team at Nelson United Church. Christine's vocation in ministry began at mid-life after working for a number of years as a Certified Dental Assistant and then devoting herself to raising two daughters. She grew up in the Lower Mainland area of BC but has also lived for extended periods in the Central Interior and Vancouver Island. Her life experience, parenting, volunteering in church and local community, has contributed greatly to her ability to integrate theological ideals and the challenges of living faithfully in today's world. She completed her diaconal studies through the Centre for Christian Studies, graduating in the spring of 2000. Nelson United Church is her first ministry placement. Christine believes that ministry is 'faith in action' which is influenced by ongoing discernment of God's intention and inspiration through prayer, theological reflection, the example of Jesus' ministry, and the wisdom of the faith community (past and present). Ministry happens within a community context and seeks to celebrate God's presence, nurture spirituality, and respond to God's call for fullness of life for all. As a community of faith we are called to 'seek justice, love kindness, and walk humbly wth our God'. |
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Our Minister of Music...
On the subject of teaching: In the 14 years that I have been teaching I have been privileged to nurture the musical aspirations of between 20 & 35 students each year. I have taught in many different settings ranging from a community house recreational program to private lessons in my own studio. When I replaced a teacher on extended leave at St. Michael's Choir School for 5 months in 1987 I had the gratifying experience of giving back to the school which had given me so much. My teaching style is calm, quiet and open to using whatever music moves the student's soul.
On the subject of being a church musician; In 1990 I took on the dual post of Choir Director/Organist at what was then St. Paul's-Trinity United Church. I enjoyed leading the Senior Choir as well as the chance to play the Church's truly fine instrument, a Keates Pipe Organ, until 1994. My first son was born in that year so I took a break to spend more time with my family and returned to the newly created Nelson United Church in 1996. In my absence the positions of Choir Director and Organist had been separated. As it happened both positions were open when I returned and after much soul searching I chose to return as Organist. It has been a great experience to work with three different musicians in the position of Choir Director and the several choirs they have guided.
On the subject of piano tuning:
After graduation from George Brown college of Applied Arts & Technology I began my career as a piano technician working for Bechstein Pianos in Toronto. As I gained confidence and reputation I started my own private practice there with 50 regular clients and many referrals. My busy teaching & performance schedule precludes such a large practice here in Nelson but I do enjoy the work and so keep a small practice here also.
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Our Custodian...
John Pengelly
John is also our part time cuatodian. John combines his talents as both our Minister of Music and Facility Custodian.