At the annual vestry meeting of 2017, St. Aidan's parish voted to support a deacon and voted to have Michael fill that role. He sees the vote as a commission to fulfill the values of the parish, particularly when it comes to supporting those on the economic and social margins of society, something he has done for years prior to his ordination. Michael has a Master's in Theological Studies from Wycliffe College, and another Master's in Ministry and Spirituality from Regis College. Bishop Kevin Robertson ordained him on May 6th, 2017, in a joyful ceremony. Michael is married with four children, five grandchildren and a granddog.
