The service of Institution was conducted by The Right Reverend Francis John McDowell, B.A. Hons., B.Th., Dip.B.S, Bishop of Clogher, in Belleek Parish Church.
The preacher was the Rev Richard Howlett, Rector of Goldington Parish, Diocese of St Albans, where Rev Ngozi was curate for four years, serving in a Parish of 16,500 parishioners.
There was a packed church for the occasion, which included members of Rev Ngozi’s family who travelled all the way from USA and other close friends from England and abroad. Clergy from neighbouring churches and the local community also attended.
A great deal of thanks is due to all who made the service of Institution a great success. Thanks are extended to the select vestry of Belleek Parish Church for hosting the event. Thanks also to the Organist, Mrs Sadie Moore, Rev Ngozi’s close friend, Evelien, who accompanied many of the hymns on her flute. Churchwardens of all 4 Parishes, ushers, secretaries, readers, the choir, and ladies who provided & served the beautiful supper and prepared the hall.
Tea was served in the Wark Hall following the Institution. Doreen Earls welcomed Rev. Ngozi on behalf of the four parishes. There was an opportunity to record thanks to all who helped out during the vacancy. Most particularly to note was the extensive commitment of Canon Glenn West in helping to organise the Institution service and for his help as Rural Dean in the Group. Thanks were extended to Miss Marie McCordick who had provided Pastoral Care in the group and Rev Isobel Nixon who had conducted most of the Holy Communion Services in the vacancy.
The Bishop concluded the evening in prayer.
