June 11, 2021

Anniversary of the consecration of Bishop Michael Oulton

It was ten years ago today that the Reverend Michael Oulton of the Diocese of Ontario was consecrated bishop at St. George’s Cathedral and later installed (Sept. 11, 2011) as the Right Reverend Michael Oulton, 12th Bishop of the Diocese of Ontario.

Congratulations to Bishop Michael upon this, the anniversary of his consecration and blessings upon his episcopal ministry in the Diocese of Ontario over these last ten years.

For him we pray, “Almighty Father, fill your servant Michael with the grace and power which you gave to your apostles, that he may lead those committed to his charge in proclaiming the gospel of salvation. Through him increase your Church, renew its ministry, and unite its members in a holy fellowship of truth and love. Enable him as a true shepherd to feed and govern your flock; make him wise as a teacher, and steadfast as a guardian of its faith and sacraments. Guide and direct him at presiding at the worship of your people. Give him humility, that he may use his authority to heal, not to hurt; to build up, not to destroy. Defend him from all evil, that, as a ruler over your household and an ambassador for Christ, he may stand before you blameless, and finally, with all your servants, enter your eternal joy.” Amen.

(From the prayer of consecration of a bishop, BAS p 639).