Matt Gallinger, Chaplain
Hello! I joined the Chaplaincy in August 2017 and am very much looking forward to this new chapter in my life.
I have spent my working life so far as an ordained minister in the United Church of Canada. I've worked in several different communities in the Ottawa area for the last 16 years, and am currently working in a half time position at Merrickville United Church. During my time in the United Church, I have been involved in a wide variety of interfaith work, from formal committees to one on one conversations. I am absolutely committed to the view that all faiths are equally able to help us to be in touch with the wonder of our world, and the value of our fellow human beings.
I had the privilege of working as an Interfaith Spiritual Advisor at South Carleton High School in the Ottawa Carleton District School Board. I was a resource for faculty and students on a wide variety of religious subjects, and provided counselling to both staff and students. I worked to provide a faith perspective within the school setting, and deepened my commitment to interfaith work. I am very excited to bring that perspective to this
position, and to explore the ways that the community served by this chaplaincy can be broadened.
We hope you will come by soon for a visit. We offer friendly conversation, healthy food and a dynamic variety of programs in a respectful, inclusive and positive environment. We always like to welcome new participants and volunteers. Please call or email us for more information.
Matt Gallinger
Chaplain
chaplain@carlingtonchaplaincy.com
I have spent my working life so far as an ordained minister in the United Church of Canada. I've worked in several different communities in the Ottawa area for the last 16 years, and am currently working in a half time position at Merrickville United Church. During my time in the United Church, I have been involved in a wide variety of interfaith work, from formal committees to one on one conversations. I am absolutely committed to the view that all faiths are equally able to help us to be in touch with the wonder of our world, and the value of our fellow human beings.
I had the privilege of working as an Interfaith Spiritual Advisor at South Carleton High School in the Ottawa Carleton District School Board. I was a resource for faculty and students on a wide variety of religious subjects, and provided counselling to both staff and students. I worked to provide a faith perspective within the school setting, and deepened my commitment to interfaith work. I am very excited to bring that perspective to this
position, and to explore the ways that the community served by this chaplaincy can be broadened.
We hope you will come by soon for a visit. We offer friendly conversation, healthy food and a dynamic variety of programs in a respectful, inclusive and positive environment. We always like to welcome new participants and volunteers. Please call or email us for more information.
Matt Gallinger
Chaplain
chaplain@carlingtonchaplaincy.com
Zahra Mitra, Interim Program and Volunteer Coordinator
Hello,
I'm picking up the mantle while Sarah is away, and I'm enjoying it a great deal!
I've recently graduated from Carleton University with a B.A in English Literature, but my roots go back to Mumbai, India, where I spent much of my time volunteering with different non profits around the city, and cultivating an appreciation for the power of communities to empower their members in so many wonderful ways.
When I'm not at the Chaplaincy, I'm at usually at the library, or at my other job-- respite work for children and youth on the autism spectrum. In that position I have learnt so much that translates really well into my work here at the Chaplaincy: collaborative problem solving for one, and never to underestimate the healing and restorative powers of a hot beverage, for another!
So drop in during Drop- in (10 am to Noon, most weekdays) for that magical cup of tea, and be part of this lovely community!
I'm picking up the mantle while Sarah is away, and I'm enjoying it a great deal!
I've recently graduated from Carleton University with a B.A in English Literature, but my roots go back to Mumbai, India, where I spent much of my time volunteering with different non profits around the city, and cultivating an appreciation for the power of communities to empower their members in so many wonderful ways.
When I'm not at the Chaplaincy, I'm at usually at the library, or at my other job-- respite work for children and youth on the autism spectrum. In that position I have learnt so much that translates really well into my work here at the Chaplaincy: collaborative problem solving for one, and never to underestimate the healing and restorative powers of a hot beverage, for another!
So drop in during Drop- in (10 am to Noon, most weekdays) for that magical cup of tea, and be part of this lovely community!
Sarah Posthuma, Program and Volunteer Coordinator
Photo Credit: Kara Taylor Photography
http://karataylorphotographer.com/
I feel very blessed to be working with the Chaplaincy; I love connecting with program participants and supporting the incredible volunteers who make our programs happen.
I have a B.Ed from Queen's University and a B.A. (Hons) from Trent University. I've also completed continuing education courses in attachment-based developmental psychology with the Gordon Neufeld Institute.
When I finished teacher's college, I knew that I wanted to begin my career outside of the traditional classroom and that I was drawn to community programs that support families and individuals to be their best selves. I've been working in non-profit organizations ever since. I've worked extensively with volunteers of all ages and backgrounds, with families experiencing separation and divorce, with women living in supportive housing and emergency shelter, and with teens and kids participating in community arts programming.
I'm passionate about community, my family, kids, gardening, storytelling, public education, Ottawa, and the outdoors. I truly believe that volunteers make the world go round. Come on in to the Chaplaincy and check out our programs -- most folks drop in for a moment and end up staying for a while!
Sarah Posthuma
Program and Volunteer Coordinator
programcoordinator@carlingtonchaplaincy.com
I have a B.Ed from Queen's University and a B.A. (Hons) from Trent University. I've also completed continuing education courses in attachment-based developmental psychology with the Gordon Neufeld Institute.
When I finished teacher's college, I knew that I wanted to begin my career outside of the traditional classroom and that I was drawn to community programs that support families and individuals to be their best selves. I've been working in non-profit organizations ever since. I've worked extensively with volunteers of all ages and backgrounds, with families experiencing separation and divorce, with women living in supportive housing and emergency shelter, and with teens and kids participating in community arts programming.
I'm passionate about community, my family, kids, gardening, storytelling, public education, Ottawa, and the outdoors. I truly believe that volunteers make the world go round. Come on in to the Chaplaincy and check out our programs -- most folks drop in for a moment and end up staying for a while!
Sarah Posthuma
Program and Volunteer Coordinator
programcoordinator@carlingtonchaplaincy.com
