Honouring 30 years of pastoral service in Kitchener

KITCHENER, Ont. – Rev. Warren Hamp and his thirty years of pastoral service to the congregation of Faith Lutheran Church (FLC) in Kitchener were honoured on September 24, 2023. 

It is a privilege for any congregation to commemorate an anniversary with its pastor. Treasured senior members recalled Rev. Hamp’s installation service in 1993, and a committee was set up early in 2023 to mark this new milestone for their dear pastor. 

Guest speaker and friend Rev. Robert Bugbee and liturgist Rev. Perry Hart officiated a worship service on September 24, which included a Recognition of Faithful Service. A celebration of music featured hymns and two choir selections. Following the service, a coffee hour was arranged.

Later in the evening, 130 guests attended a catered banquet to honour Rev. Hamp and his family. Special stories were offered and a Book of Appreciation was presented to Rev. Hamp. The book includes a collection of personal thank-you letters and pictures from over 60 members and friends.

In lieu of gifts, FLC Council and individual members made financial gifts to Rev. Hamp’s favourite endowment, the Nicaragua Pastor and Deacon Stipend Fund. The endowment supports Nicaraguan pastors as they continue seminary-related courses. Lutheran Church–Canada uses regular funding from the endowment for its designated mission.

Jane Ford

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