Eric Brereton facts for kids
Eric Hugh Brereton (1889–1962) was an important church leader in Scotland. He held the title of Dean of Glasgow and Galloway from 1959 until his death in 1962. He was also awarded the OBE (Officer of the Order of the British Empire), which is a special honor given for great achievements.
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The Life of Eric Hugh Brereton
Eric Hugh Brereton was born on November 17, 1889. He went to Durham University to study. After his education, he decided to dedicate his life to the church.
His Journey in the Church
Eric Brereton became a deacon in the church in 1912. A deacon is a person who helps the priest. The next year, in 1913, he became a full priest.
Early Church Roles
He started his work in the church as a curate. A curate is like an assistant priest. He worked in Leith and at St Mary's Cathedral, Edinburgh.
Serving as a Chaplain
During World War I, Eric Brereton served as a Chaplain for the British military. He helped soldiers and their families from 1915 to 1919. After the war, he continued to serve as a chaplain for the Territorial Army until 1940.
Important Church Positions
After his time as a chaplain, Eric Brereton took on several important roles in the church:
- From 1921 to 1927, he was the Rector of Christ Church in Morningside. A rector is the main priest in charge of a church.
- From 1927 to 1933, he became the Vice-Provost of St Mary's Cathedral, Glasgow. A provost is a senior priest, often in charge of a cathedral.
- From 1933 until he passed away, he was the Rector of St Margaret in Glasgow.
Eric Hugh Brereton passed away on December 8, 1962. He spent his life serving the church and his country.
