Our Parish: Pastors
The Rev. Canon. Todd Townshend, ThD
Todd serves St. Aidan's as Rector. Previously, he has been Rector of one parish and has served in team ministry with two other parishes.
In addition to work at St. Aidan’s, Todd teaches Homiletics (Preaching) and Pastoral Theology - the Faculty of Theology at Huron University College. In 2009 Todd was named Canon Theologian for the Diocese of Huron.
Todd is married to Stacey and they have three children, Tyne, Seth, and Samuel.
The Rev. Christopher Kelly
Chris serves as St. Aidan's honorary assistant. In the past Chris has been an active lay pastor in both the Diocese of Toronto and Diocese of Huron. Chris holds an Honours Bachelor of Arts (Hon BA) in religious studies from the University of Toronto, as well as a Master of Divinity (MDiv) degree from Huron University College. His principal area of interest is biblical studies.
Chris is married to Dr. Emily Kelly, a resident in UWO's Family Medicine programme. Their son Joseph was born in April, 2010. Together they enjoy spending time with nature, watching movies, eating great food, and listening to classic reggae music.
Other Honorary Assistants: The Ven. Robert Dann (who recently celebrated 70 years of odained ministry!), and The Most Rev. Percy O'Driscoll (retired Bishop of Huron).
