Peter John Hobbs has been the Incumbent of Christ Church Bells Corners since 2001. He spent his childhood in the Ottawa Valley and Manitoba and responded to a call to ministry after completing a Bachelor of Arts in Theatre and Drama in 1986. Achieving his Baccalaureate in Theology from St. Paul University (SPU) Peter John was ordained in 1992.

Peter John also holds graduate degrees in Theology and Public Administration and is currently working on his Doctor of Ministry Degree at the Virginia Theological Seminary. He is also a sessional instructor at Saint Paul University.

Speaking candidly about what he enjoys in Ministry, Peter John says: "I guess I love preaching." He speaks enthusiastically about the close relationships he is able to develop with a diverse group of people, of the challenges of engaging with young adults on the burning issues facing the Church and society, and of the energy he feeds off of by working with children, youth and seniors. He remains passionate about social justice and financial stewardship.

Currently the Archdeacon of Carleton, over the years Peter John has been involved in many ways at the diocesan and National Church levels.

Peter John spends most of his free time with his wife Diane, and their three daughters, Hannah, Mary Grace and Rachel. He is an avid runner and likes canoe camping and dining with friends. Among other things he enjoys conversations about spirituality, social capital, scripture, administration, intergenerational life, the NFL and reality TV.

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Experience, wisdom, good humor, the heart of a pastor, and a pretty good cook as well. The Right Reverend Peter R. Coffin is all that and much more. Yet, to people at Christ Church Bells Corners, more than anything Peter is a friend.

Prior to his years at Christ Church Cathedral as Dean of Ottawa, which were followed by being the eighth bishop of the Diocese of Ottawa, Peter served as the rector of CCBC for much of the 1980s. When he retired as Bishop of Ottawa in 2007 to devote more time to his role as the Anglican Bishop Ordinary of the Canadian Armed Forces, Peter and his wife Deborah returned to CCBC as parishioners.

In the early 1970s, Peter and Deborah spent three years is South East Asia, during which time their daughter Erin was born and Peter served as a lecturer in Biblical Theology at the seminary of the House of the Epiphany in the Diocese of Kuching, Sarawak (Borneo) in East Malaysia. He has been a professor in the Anglican Studies and Master of Pastoral Theology programmes at Saint Paul University, Ottawa.

With his years of experience at every level of the church, his vast travels throughout the world, and with degrees in Sociology, Moral Theology, and International Affairs-Development Studies, it is a genuine gift that Bishop Peter has become Teacher-in-Residence here at CCBC. While his other responsibilities often keep him on the road, on any given Sunday you can see him sitting beside Deborah or up front preaching and celebrating. Occasionally he can be found in the church kitchen, likely taking direction from Erin who herself knows a thing or two about cooking. Most notably, from time to time, Peter puts on his teaching hat and leads an adult Christian education program, details of which can be found in the parish calendar of events.

Heidi Pizzuto - Parish Administrator

Heidi is a child of CCBC having moved to Bells Corners as a teenager. Prior to coming on staff in 2002, Heidi was a Deputy Warden and volunteered in church school. She currently plays a vital role in parish communications, acting as the first point of contact within the parish.

As Parish Administrator and Executive Assistant to the Archdeacon Heidi has her hands full supporting our rector, our assistant curate (when we have one), CCBC's many parish committees, and members of the parish population. Her experience in business administration and volunteering for community non-profit organizations lends well to her ability to assist the CCBC community.

Outside of her work at the church Heidi has finally realized her love for interior design by recently becoming certified as an Interior Redesign Professional and Home Stager. She also does Colour Consultations and Professional Organizing. Heidi enjoys entertaining and spending time with family and friends. Of her work at CCBC Heidi says: "The best thing about my job is working with such great people in so many different capacities."

Church choirs, military bands, teacher, music arranger, conductor, rock bands, arts administrator, worship ensembles, multi-instrumentalist and much more.

Terry O'Connor has been a professional musician since the 1960s whose resume bears witness to his great diversity and musical gifts. From 1966 to 2001 Terry served in many capacities as a musician in the Canadian Armed Forces. All during that time he was deeply involved in music ministry in the many Christian communities of which he was part, moving from here to there as military folks are apt to do.

Terry's love of all kinds of worship music makes him an ideal Music Director for Christ Church Bells Corners as we seek a balance within the traditional and contemporary realities of Christian music. Directing the Senior Choir, accompanying the Junior Choir, and leading our own music ensemble are central to Terry's work here at CCBC. Behind the scenes Terry is organizing, arranging and planning for our multi-faceted music ministry.

Pat enjoyed a wonderful career teaching primary children in Hamilton and Ottawa for 33 years and is now enjoying retirement with her husband Larry and family. As a teacher, Pat's musical skills were utilized and appreciated by many primary, junior and intermediate choirs while working for the Ottawa and Ottawa-Carleton District School Boards. Pat has always had a special gift and love of music, and being able to share that joy with children has been a very rewarding experience for all.

Since joining the Christ Church Bells Corners congregation in 1983, Pat has volunteered with the Bazaar, Spring Barbecues, Children's Activity Days and has been involved in the music ministry with both the senior and junior choirs. She has conducted the Junior Choir for over 20 years, and feels very blessed to have worked with so many talented, enthusiastic, and dedicated children. The Junior Choir sings monthly and on special occasions, and has enjoyed performing several musicals over the years. Singing with the Senior Choir is always a highlight.

Pat says AIt is a real privilege to serve in a field you feel so passionate about. I can't think of a better way to show God's love, than by ministering to others through the gracious gift of music. Music truly does make your heart sing!

Susan, along with her husband Alan and their four children, has been an active member of Christ Church Bells Corners since the early 1990s.

Among many other things, during that time Susan has been involved in programs for children, the last seven as Church School Coordinator.

Susan's wide range of interests, commitments, and creative gifts has seen her involvement in church and community expand over the years. Whether as a municipal employee with the Duffer Doo program, as a Girl Guide Leader and District Commissioner, or as a basketball mom involved at many levels of the sport, Susan brings a great deal of energy, enthusiasm and know-how to all that she does.

Susan is responsible for bringing the Catechesis of the Good Shepherd Atrium Program to Christ Church Bells Corners. Susan has also been an intricate part of the team that has championed energetic pageants as well as Holy Day activities that augment our Sunday morning program. Susan works closely with children and their families as well as providing support and training to our dedicated team of church school teachers.

Tony originates from the beautiful country of Poland. He decided to broaden his horizon by visiting new countries, including Canada, in the late 1980's.

When he arrived in Ottawa Tony took an Electronic Assembler course at Algonquin College at the same time as learning English. He worked for Digital until they closed down their Canadian operations and moved back to the United States. Tony began working at CCBC in 1997. He enjoys interacting with the CCBC community and finds the teamwork here amazing.

Tony keeps busy outside of his work at the church doing painting and general repairs through his small company "General Service". In his downtime Tony enjoys skiing, dancing and camping.