Each month, the Resources for Mission Department highlights a story of a special volunteer recognized through the Treasured Talents program. Nominate someone special from your community.
Alice Black
Holy Trinity Anglican Church (Lombardy), Diocese of Ontario
Years of volunteering: 17
Volunteer nomination by Lorraine Smith, Holy Trinity Anglican Church (Lombardy)
1. How did Alice become involved in the life of the church? What motivated her to give of herself?
Alice Black joined Holy Trinity Anglican Church (Lombardy) 17 years ago with her husband, Jim. Upon joining, she jumped right into volunteering and helping out with parish life. Previously a member of the United Church of Canada, Alice was accustomed to giving of her time and talent.
2. How does Alice give of her time and talent?
Alice is always helping with any function that may be going on. In her church, she was warden for four years, a valued member of the ACW which she led for three, and she has opened her home to Home Group Weekly for the last eight. Home Group Weekly, which grew out of the Alpha course, meets every two weeks for such activities as Bible study and the study of religious DVDs and books.
Outside of church life, Alice volunteers for the local food bank which she has done for the last 12 years. Every Friday afternoon you will find her sorting food that has been donated. For the past eight years Alice has also served as chair on their board.
3. How has Alice made a difference to the church and to the community?
Alice is always giving of herself. Even though her husband has not been well, she still manages to volunteer as she looks after him. Alice is a valuable member of the community.
4. What do you want readers to know about Alice after they have read her story? What is most important to her?
Even though Alice is advanced in years, she continues to do her best to always participate and give of her time and talent. In addition to being a valued member of the community, Alice is also a very well liked and respected member of Holy Trinity Anglican Church (Lombardy).
Thank you, Alice, for your generous and inspiring gifts of time and talent. The Anglican Church of Canada is truly blessed!
