Clergy & Staff
The priests, deacons, and parish staff who serve the Roman Catholic Churches of Vernon and Area.
Know those who labor among you. 1 Thessalonians 5:12
Clergy
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Rev. Fr. Peter Nguyen
Pastor
Father Peter serves as Pastor of St. James, Vernon, and Parochial Administrator of Sacred Heart, Lumby, caring for the parishes of Vernon and area and the celebration of the sacraments across the family.
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Fr. Henry Nwaimo
Parochial Vicar
Father Henry serves as Parochial Vicar of St. James, Vernon, and its associated missions, assisting with Masses, confessions, and the daily pastoral care of the parish.
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Fr. Paul Simms
Priest, Sacred Heart
Father Paul Simms serves at Sacred Heart, assisting with the Masses and sacraments of the parish.
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Deacon Paul Murphy
Permanent Deacon
Deacon Paul serves as a Permanent Deacon at St. James, Vernon, and Our Lady of the Valley, Coldstream, assisting at the altar and in the ministry of the Word, and in works of charity and service.
Office
The parish office is at 2607 27 Street, Vernon, BC V1T 4W1. Hours: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday, 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM. Closed Wednesdays.