The Reverend Brian Galligan was appointed as Interim Priest in Charge of the Church of the Nativity in March 2026. Brian grew up in England where he obtained an MSc in Biomedical Sciences from John Ruskin College, Cambridge. Emigrating to Canada in 1979 he enjoyed 42 years in health care, overlapping with obtaining his MDiv from Trinity College, Toronto in 2009.
He has previously served in seven parishes, including five terms in Interim Ministry. Prior to ordination he served as Lay Director to the Niagara and Huron Diocesan Cursillo Movements and more recently as Spiritual Director. He lives in Milton with his wife Karen and one son, while two other sons have homes in Ottawa. Brian and Karen enjoy travel resulting in them volunteering to lead numerous tour groups to destinations throughout the world.

Our honorary assistant priest is the Reverend Canon David Linn. Immediately before he retired, David served as the Executive Director of the diocesan Canterbury Hills Conference Centre and Camp. He’s an active and vibrant presence at the Nativity, regularly preaching and presiding. Quick with a smile, David is always excited to get to know people better.

Mrs. Laura Brintnell is our Parish Administrator. Her work supports the Nativity’s ministries by handling everything from room bookings to bookkeeping, from volunteer support to printing, and lots more in between! She is the first point of contact for most questions–the smiling face you’ll see when you come into the office, and the voice you’ll likely hear answering the phone.

Mr. Peter Harding is the Nativity’s Director of Music. He helps the choir polish up their hymns and anthems, plans music, and delights us with his musical gifts on organ and piano (and with his voice!).

The Nativity’s Custodian is Mr. Turner Shaw.