Bracewell, R. Grant, 1928-2021
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- 1928-2021
Grant Bracewell was born in Penticton, B.C. After studying at the University of British Columbia and Union College, he was ordained by The United Church of Canada, BC Conference in 1955. He served in pastoral ministry at Bella Coola, Trinity (Merritt), and Royal Heights (Delta). Having received a testamur in 1955, he completed the thesis requirement for his Bachelor of Divinity degree while in pastoral ministry. In 1967, he earned his Master of Library Science degree and the following year became the first theological librarian at Emmanuel College (University of Toronto) and coordinator of all the libraries of the Toronto Schools of Theology. Bracewell retired with his wife, Eleanor, in 1993 to South Surrey, B.C., where both were involved at Crescent United Church.
Bracewell served the United Church in various capacities throughout his life, both in Ontario and B.C. Among his many contributions, he served as chair of the Bella Coola General Hospital Board (1955-1958), the General Council Manual Committee, and the BC Conference Archives and History Committee. He also volunteered at the BC Conference Archives for 25 years.