Former Archbishop of Canterbury Lord Carey of Clifton to preach at Redeemer

Nov. 22, 2013 / Sarasota, Fla. — The Church of the Redeemer, 222 S. Palm Ave., will joyfully welcome the former Archbishop of Canterbury, Lord Carey of Clifton, and his wife, Lady Carey, to the parish on Dec. 5. During his six-day visit with Redeemer, Lord Carey will preach on Sun., Dec. 8, during the 9 and 11 a.m. masses. He will also preach on Mon., Dec. 9, at 6 p.m., during the Ordination to the Sacred Order of Priests of Charleston David Wilson, Jason Andrew Murbarger, and David Stuart Bumsted.

In 1991, Lord Carey became the 103rd Archbishop of Canterbury, serving 70 million Anglicans around the world. He retired in 2002, and was made a life peer as Lord Carey of Clifton. He is currently the Chancellor of the University of Gloucestershire and President of the London School of Theology. He also serves on the Foundation Board of the World Economic Forum and is a co-chair of the Council of 100.

"It is a great honor that Lord Carey, a world-renowned and respected theologian and speaker, will be preaching at Redeemer; it is especially distinguishing that he will also preach for the Ordination," said The Very Rev. Fredrick A. Robinson, Rector. "Our parish is thrilled to have Lord and Lady Carey as our guests."

During their stay in Sarasota, Lord and Lady Carey will participate extensively in the life of the parish, including attending several luncheons and gatherings, On Saturday, Dec. 7, Lord and Lady Carey will be the guests of honor for a parish event: "Experience Nashotah: Tea and Conversation with Lord and Lady Carey." Designed to highlight Redeemer's renewed energy and work at Nashotah House, inspire donors, foster alumni participation, and encourage theological study, the event will be attended by Nashotah House alumni, donors, current and prospective students, as well as a number of trustees. Lord and Lady Carey will be introduced by The Right Rev. Edward L. Salmon, Jr., Dean and President of Nashotah House; and The Right Rev. Dabney Smith, Bishop of the Episcopal Diocese of Southwest Florida.

During the Tea, Lord Carey will discuss the future of theological education and Nashotah's unique role as a center for lay and priestly formation, highlighting its Benedictine ethos and strategic role in revitalizing the American Church.

The Church of the Redeemer is located at 222 S. Palm Ave., in downtown Sarasota. For more information, visit redeemersarasota.org or call 941-955-4263. To learn more about Lord Carey, visit glcarey.co.uk.