The Rev. Noah Van Niel will be taking the year off to lead his church choir and a group of pilgrims from his parish, Christ and St. Luke's in Norfolk, VA on a trip to England in July.

Their choir will be in residency for a week at Canterbury Cathedral and a week at St. Paul's Cathedral in London, singing evensongs and Sunday services at both places.

During that time the group of pilgrims will be led on spiritual excursions and experiences to broaden their appreciation for the history and depth of our Anglican roots. It promises to be a remarkable time, but the only downside is that it will prevent him from being at St. Aidan's this summer, which greatly pains him and his family: Melinda, Vincent, and Arthur.