Bishop Andrew and Mary Asbil along with Chancellor Marg Creal exchange New Year’s greetings with friends at the annual Bishop’s Levee, held at St. James Cathedral on Jan. 1. In addition to the receiving line and reception, the afternoon included a Eucharist, festive music and the ringing of the Bells of Old York.
Bishop Asbil provides the benediction at the end of the worship service.
Enjoying food and refreshments.
Dean Stephen and Jacqui Hance talk with Heather McGregor, ODT.
Archdeacons Theadore Hunt and Cheryl Palmer receive greetings.
Archdeacon Steven Mackison and the receiving line.
Bishop Riscylla Shaw and her husband Jana get a warm greeting.
Joining Bishop Kevin Robertson and his husband Mohan Sharma are the Rev. Carol Shih and the Rev. Matthew Waterman.
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