Fun Facts by Mus Blog

Welcome to the weekly column where Mus (short for Mus Hunta), feline companion of none but Lady Julian of Norwich, brngs pearls of wisdom straight to your pew (okay, you got chairs here, but I’m an old school girl).

Even wonder how to respectfully address an ordained minister in the Anglican Church? You are not alone, it’s definitely something even many cradle-Anglican stumble upon as well. While your Rector prefers being referred to on a first name basis, some may have noticed Clarence’s honorifics recently been upgraded to the rather absurd “The Venerable” following his appointment as Archdeacon of Lougheed. So for better or worse, here is the full layout of the convention according to the Anglican Church of Canada guidelines:

Deacon or Priest

• Address (outside of envelope): The Reverend Jane Smith
• Salutation (letter or conversation): Dear Ms. Smith

Archdeacon

• Address (outside of envelope): The Venerable John Brown
• Salutation (letter or conversation): Dear Archdeacon Brown

To be continued ...