Father Linus Buriani has been successful in his first year at Montreal Diocesan Theological College (DIO) and McGill. He is expecting 3 A’s this term; all the more impressive as he is studying in his third language. He has been tutored by The Rev. Susan Searle and helped and supported by the faculty of Montreal Diocesan Theological College and the faculty of Religious Studies, at McGill University.
Linus returned to his family on April 30th, 2023. He will be back at Dio in August to complete his Bachelor of Theology and is on track to graduate in May 2024.
At the completion of his degree, he will return to his position as the Principal of St. Cyprian’s Theological College in Masasi. Fr. Linus’ education will strengthen the academic standards of teaching at St. Cyprian’s Theological College, which is on the same grounds as Rondo Junior Seminary, in Mtama-Lindi, Tanzania.
Bishop Mary and Mark hosted a supper to recognize Linus’ hard work and safe travels on April 28th.
Bringing Father Linus to Montreal is a major commitment of the Partnership Committee. The generosity of funds raised through last year’s Bishop’s Action Appeal, bursaries from Montreal Diocesan Theological College and the UK’s St. Augustine’s Foundation have made this project possible.
If you would like to help fund Father Linus’ education, visit the Diocesan website at www.montreal.anglican.ca and click on the “Donate Now” button. In the drop-down menu under “Fund” select “The Rev. Linus Buriani education”. If you would like Father Linus to visit your parish in the fall or next year, email The Ven. Michael Robson at [email protected] to set a date.
