Braddon, ACT - St Columba's Uniting
Year Built: 1961
Denomination: Uniting
Saint: Columba
Address: Corner Fawkner & Farrer Streets, Braddon, Australian Capital Territory, 2612
Previous Denomination: Presbyterian
Architect: Unknown
Traditional Owners: Ngunnawal people
Last Updated: 06/09/2024
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History and Architecture:
Presbyterians in Canberra established a Home Mission Station in 1925. Two years later the Church Hall at Braddon was opened and the Rev. Dr. John Walker inducted. In May 1945 the Canberra Parish was divided into two, St. Andrews and Braddon, and Braddon was given the name St. Columba’s in 1950.
The Foundation stone was laid on 22 April 1961 by Reverend Harold G. Durbin.
Clergy:
This list may not contain every serving cleric, past or present, for this church.
Further submissions welcomed.
| Years | Name | Annotation | D.o.B | D.o.D |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1927 - | Rev Dr John Walker | P | ||
| 1977 - 1988 | Rev J. D. Wessel | U | ||
| 1998 - 1997 | Rev Campbell Egan | U | ||
| 1997 - 2008 | Rev Christine Moimoi | U | ||
| 2008 - 2014 | Rev Myung Hwa Park | U | ||
| 2018 - 2022 | Rev M. Parker Lacey | U |
Organ:
The Organ was built in 1965 by Davis & Laurie and is known as the Davis & Laurie 'Chorale' organ. It was dedicated in April 1965. It was enlarged in 1987 by Trevor Bunning. It has 2m., 5 rks. ext., el.pn.
For a full description and photos click here.
Contributions:
1. 2024 Simon Saunders photo 2
Source:
1. Organ Historical trust of Australia with permission.
2. Church website.