Rector of Tanzanian Theological College studies in Montreal

Rev. Fr Linus John Buriani has been studying a 2 year degree in theology at McGill University and the Montreal Diocesan Theological College in Canada, graduating at the end of 2024. As an ordained priest in the Anglican Church of Tanzania, this opportunity was more than just academic, he reported it was a profoundly personal, spiritual and ministerial journey that deepened his calling and prepared him for leadership in an increasingly global Anglican Church.

As an ordained Tanzanian priest studying and serving in Canada, he noted that he was uniquely positioned to bridge theological, liturgical, and ministerial practices between the Anglican Church of Tanzania and the Anglican Church of Canada. The experience allowed him to:

· Enhance cross-cultural theological engagement, learning how Anglicanism is expressed in different cultural contexts and applying these insights to ministry.

· Compare and integrate liturgical traditions, understanding the diverse ways worship is celebrated across Anglican provinces.

· Develop intercontinental mission strategies, exploring how theological education and mission work can strengthen ties between the Global South and Global North.

· Foster dialogue on Anglican identity, contributing to discussions on faith, tradition, and the evolving role of the Church in a rapidly changing world.

He returned to Tanzania( as the Rector of St Cyprian Theological Collage and also the Director of Mission and Evangelism in the Anglican Church of Tanzania) fully equipped to serve his church and community.