Michael Hawkins (bishop)
Michael Hawkins | |
|---|---|
| Bishop of Saskatchewan | |
_(cropped).jpg) Hawkins in 2018 | |
| Diocese | Saskatchewan |
| Predecessor | Tony Burton |
| Successor | Richard Reed |
| Orders | |
| Ordination | 1988 - deacon 1989 - priest |
| Consecration | 2009 |
| Personal details | |
| Spouse | Kathryn Hawkins |
| Alma mater | University of King's College Trinity College, University of Toronto |
Michael William Hawkins is a Canadian Anglican bishop. He was Bishop of Saskatchewan from 2009 until his retirement in 2023.[1] He was previously, from 2001 to 2009, the Dean of Saskatchewan and Rector of St Alban's Cathedral.
Hawkins studied at Dalhousie University and the University of King's College in Halifax before becoming a Master of Divinity at Trinity College, Toronto. He was ordained as a deacon in 1988 and a priest in June 1989. He then served as rector of Pugwash and River John from 1988 to 1993 and Petite Rivière and New Dublin from 1993 to 2001 in the Diocese of Nova Scotia and Prince Edward Island. In 2001 he was appointed rector of St. Alban's Cathedral, Prince Albert and Dean of Saskatchewan. He was consecrated Bishop of Saskatchewan on 6 March 2009.[2]
In 2009, Hawkins received an honorary doctorate from the University of King's College.[3][4]
In late 2020, Hawkins contracted a near-fatal case of COVID-19 that resulted in two separate stays in intensive care.[5] Following his initial recovery, he became a vocal critic of the provincial government's pandemic response, describing the prioritization of economic interests over life-saving measures as "morally reprehensible."[6] On 14 October 2022, Hawkins announced his intention to resign as Bishop of Saskatchewan, citing ongoing health struggles related to long COVID.[7] In a charge to the diocesan synod, he noted that while his physical health had improved, his cognitive function and mental health remained compromised, making it difficult to meet the demands of his office.[7] His resignation became effective on 30 April 2023.[8] He was succeeded by Richard Reed in 2024.[8]
Hawkins is a trustee of the Elliott House of Studies.
References
[edit]- ^ Diocesan website
- ^ "The Very Rev'd Michael Hawkins Elected Bishop". The Diocese of Saskatchewan. Archived from the original on 16 April 2015. Retrieved 7 April 2015.
- ^ "2009 Honorary Doctorate Citations". University of King's College. Archived from the original on 14 July 2014. Retrieved 16 August 2013.
- ^ "ecumenism.net". Archived from the original on 2011-07-23. Retrieved 2011-02-06.
- ^ Warick, Jason (9 April 2021). "'I don't think we've done all we can to save lives': Sask. bishop blasts government's COVID-19 response". CBC News. Retrieved 31 March 2026.
- ^ Taylor, Jayda (12 April 2021). "Sask. man hospitalized twice from COVID-19 says province not doing enough to prevent deaths". CTV News. Retrieved 31 March 2026.
- ^ a b Frankling, Sean (18 November 2022). "Sask. bishop looks to step down in spring". Anglican Journal. Retrieved 31 March 2026.
- ^ a b "Richard Reed elected 13th bishop of Saskatchewan". Anglican Ink. 19 May 2024. Retrieved 31 March 2026.
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