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Celebrating Our Ministers

A special celebration was held on Sunday, Sept. 11th, to mark the 10th anniversary of the ministry of Rev. Susan Lukey and Rev. David Robertson at High River United Church.

During the worship service, Susan and David recommitted to the vows they originally made to the congregation when they joined us in 1995.

On behalf of the congregation, board chair Bruce Masterman presented them with two wonderful paintings by High River artist Ken Harrison, a member of High River United Church.

Bruce spoke of Susan and David’s commitment, passion and enthusiasm, and thanked them for 10 great years. We are truly blessed to have such leadership.

The celebration continued in the lower hall, where congregation members shared Soup and Bun along with two delicious and artfully-crafted cakes created by Deborah Harrison.

Congregation members signed a guest book to help remind Susan and David of this special occasion for many years to come.

Congratulations, Susan and David.
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High River United Church Ministry ...

The Rev. Susan Lukey and the Rev. David Robertson have been in ministry with the High River United Church congregation since 1995.

Susan grew up in rural Alberta near the community of Acme. She received her undergraduate degree in Education from the University of Alberta. Susan taught elementary school for five years before entering the Vancouver School of Theology. She graduated in 1989 with a Masters of Divinity degree, earning awards in preaching and for being the top student in her graduating year.

Susan went on to further theological studies and completed a Masters of theology in children’s hymnody with distinction.

Susan served on the National committee that created Voices United, the current hymnal of the United Church of Canada. She enjoys teaching people of all generations about the wonders of the Christian faith.

Susan has served on the High River Youth Justice Committee and, currently, is the chairperson of Foothills Presbytery, a region that serves the United Churches surrounding the city of Calgary.

David grew up on a dairy farm in rural southwestern Ontario. He holds an honours undergraduate degree in vocal and choral music from Conrad Grebel University College at the University of Waterloo. He graduated in 1990 from the Vancouver School of Theology with a Masters of Divinity degree, with awards in preaching and worship.

David has served the United Church locally and nationally, especially in the areas of World Outreach, Development and Relief. Recently, David completed a two-year certificate program in spiritual accompaniment and spiritual formation through the Pacific Jubilee Program in Spiritual Direction.

David has served on the High River Hospital Pastoral Care Advisory Committee and currently is the chairperson of the High River Ministerial Association.

Susan and David married after their graduation from theological school. They have two young sons who keep life’s journey full, real and delightful.

The large and diverse congregation of High River United Church is truly blessed to have this energetic, warm-hearted and gifted couple guiding us on our spiritual path.