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As of 2023, Reverend Jacinth Myles has faithfully served in Anglican parish ministry for 50 years. Joyfully many women have served in a variety of types of ministry around Sydney and NSW, including chaplaincy, theological education and mission, but perhaps none have had the depth of experience that Jacinth has had in parish ministry.
Attendees at ADM’s 2021 School of Theology, Culture & Public Engagement look back on how they were shaped by the masterclasses they attended at this year’s online STCPE.
After 11 years of faithful ministry, Rev. Jacinth Myles is retiring from her role at ADM as Chaplain to the Deaconesses and Retired Deacons. She will be replaced by Rev. Jan Donohoo, who will take on the role of ADM Chaplain.
100 Years Ago, Deaconesses battled the Influenza epidemic
They didn’t have Zoom. But the Deaconesses in Sydney were well prepared to care for those around them during the “Spanish flu” pandemic of 1919…
New Deacon Rev. Polly Butterworth helps retool school chaplaincy for COVID19
Following Polly’s ordination in February 2020, it was back to school, but not for long. The global pandemic upended the year’s plans. That meant she and the team of which she’s a part— under the leadership of Chaplain Rev. Jenni Stoddart, also Chair of ADM’s board—had to rethink school chaplaincy without losing their passion.
From spirited, mischievous college girl to dedicated, energetic deaconess, Doreen Garrick’s heart for the lost and vigour for the gospel has always been central to her identity. Her story reflects how God can work through the most ordinary moments and smallest decisions of our lives to bring about his glory…
ADM was delighted to welcome a number of deaconesses and female deacons for a lunch in our offices on Friday, 13 April. These women have played a vital role in churches and communities across Sydney and beyond…
Mary Andrews College and ADM stand on a legacy of inspiring women – one of whom is Mary Andrews herself. This courageous pioneer sets an example for women of faith today ...
Following a tour of ADM’s new 'garden in the city', the deaconesses were joined by Kara Hartley (Archdeacon for Women in the Sydney Diocese) to cut a cake for Joan’s anniversary celebration.
