At the unanimous recommendation of the Search Committee, Bishop Lynne has appointed the Rev. Juliet Thondhlana as the Team Leader for the South West Kootenay Region. She will begin October 1, 2025.
The Rev Juliet Thondhlana (she/her) is an ordained minister in the United Methodist Church-Zimbabwe. She is married to Rev Fredrick who is also a minister at Nelson United Church, blessed with one beautiful daughter called Blessing. Born and raised in Zimbabwe. She holds a Masters in Ministry and Theology (Social justice advocacy), BA in Theology and Religious Studies, Diploma in Systemic Family counseling, Diploma in Theology, Diploma in Religious Studies, and Diploma in Pastoral Studies. She served in the United Methodist Church as an ordained minister for 14 years and served 4 different Parishes. Juliet has passion in counseling, teaching, preaching, youth ministries, and ecumenical forums. She strives to create space where faith, equity, good relations, and social justice prevail.
Outside of work and academics, Juliet is interested in quality prayer and meditation time, traveling and adventure, as well as watching documentaries and movies.
She is looking forward to giving her best in serving God through the church and communities of the South West Kootenay Anglican Church.
