PERSONAL.

Waiapu Church Gazette, 1 June 1933, Page 6

PERSONAL.

The Puketapu parishioners assembled m full force on Saturday, May 20th, to say farewell to their loved Vicar and his wife, Rev. R. F. and Mrs. Geddes, on the occasion of their departure for Suva, where Mr. Geddes succeeds Yen. Archdeacon Hands. Sir Andrew Russell spoke of the affection m which their guests were held. He emphasised the wonderful patience and never-failing cheerfulness displayed by the Vicar during the whole of his ten years with them. In good times and bad they felt that

he could be relied, upon, both as a pastor and preacher, to meet theirj particular needs. He had pleasure, on behalf of the parishioners, m presenting Mrs. Geddes with a beautiful dress handbag, well filled with tangible evidences of their good wishes. Mr.. Geddes feelingly replied, and mentioned that Suva was a port of call at which they would be always welcome when travelling. Mrs. T. H. Lowry and a band of ladies provided afternoon tea. Rev. and Mrs. Geddes left on Monday, May 22nd, for Auckland, whence they sail to their new duties. They carry with them prayers for blessing and success from all the Diocese.

We regret to learn that Rev. H. W. Klinginder is an inmate of the Dannevirke Hospital, where he recently underwent a serious operation. Tha latest news of him, his many friends will be pleased to know, is that he is making a steady and satisfactory recovery.

The position of Editor of the Gazette rendered vacant by the departure of Rev. R. F. Geddes has been filled by Standing Committee by the appointment of Rev. F. L. Frost,. Vicar of Taradale.

The Bishop has appointed as hia Chaplain Rev. N. F. Benham, Diocesan Organising Secretary.