Rev'd Sally's Homecoming

By Rev'd Sally Miller of Casino Anglican Church

The Commissioning of Reverend Sally, and the Parish of Casino and Bonalbo for their ministry together.

Onthe evening of October 6th people gathered from all over the diocese and beyond to mark the beginning of Reverend Sally Miller’s role as Rector in the parish of Casino and Bonalbo.

This was also something of a homecoming for Sally, with Casino having been the parish of her childhood, and the church where her faith was nurtured, and where many significant milestones were marked.

The whole service had an air of joy and celebration with Archdeacon Tiffany’s sermon only serving to enhance that mood. A vocal ‘flashmob’ highlighting the singing ability of the clergy that gathered!

The service showed the very connected nature of a town like Casino – with the Welcome to Country and wonderful art work by a local indigenous artist being offered by Ms Paula Coghill, an emerging elder and school friend of Sally’s; the Mayor, Mr Rob Mustow sharing his memories of Sally’s grandmother, and representatives from all the

Christian churches in Casino contributing to the hamper of goodies presented to Sally as part of her welcome.

A celebration such as this never just happens, and thanks must go to the Wardens Sue Chapman and Russell Cole for their hard work and oversight, to Janine Whittaker for working to ensure that all things were in order, the caterers who ensured that there was not only the usual spread of cakes and sandwiches, but wine & cheese too!

As was mentioned on the evening but bears repeating, thanks to all those who have for the past few years shared in the care of the parish, taking on locums of varying lengths, with a special thank you to Rev Greg Jenks for his work in the lead up to Sally’s arrival, ensuring a smooth transition from Chaplaincy to Parish Priest.

As a parish we now seek to carry on the work of our forebears, being in the heart of Casino since 1865, we continue to pray for the heart of Casino!

By Bishop Murray Harvey