Born and raised in Calgary, Katherine's childhood was immersed in music thanks to her family of talented musicians. This musical upbringing instilled a deep sense of harmony that extends to all areas of her life.
She traveled Europe as a toddler with her family, lived in Brazil as a teenager and was off grid in the Yukon Territory as a young woman.
Beginning with a background in Fine Arts and a career in Design, Katherine switched gears and joined the Royal Canadian Navy in 2005. Her naval career has taken her across the globe, specializing in advanced operations before finding her calling as a Chaplain.
Ordained during the height of the pandemic on Epiphany 2022, she is delighted to move out of that time and rediscover the sacred rhythm of communal worship, the shared song in hymns, the responsive voice in prayer, and the heartfelt laughter and conversations in fellowship.
For Katherine, church life embodies the notion that beauty is found in the ordinary acts of gathering, in the ritual of Eucharist, and in the silent moments of reflection. The pandemic taught her the fragility and preciousness of these interactions, and now, as we come together again, she brings with her a renewed appreciation for every handshake, every smile, and every lit candle.
The welcome she's received at the Cathedral make it a true spiritual home for her where she can find solace, inspiration, and a profound sense of belonging.
Completing her Divinity studies at Vancouver Theology, Katherine also dabbles in fiction writing, though she would describe it more as an affliction rather than a passion, thanks to her demanding muse. Redemption is a recurring theme in her work, often infused with humour to tackle tough topics.
A phrase that strongly speaks to Katherine's faith comes from Archbishop Rowan Williams: "Truth makes love possible, and love makes truth bearable."
