Clergy
Rev. Carolyne Adhimabo Adhola
The Rev. Carolyne Adhiambo Adhola is an ordained priest in the Anglican Diocese of Bondo, Kenya since 2009. Carolyne has served as an intern priest at Trinity Episcopal church in the Nation’s Capital over the last year celebrating holy Eucharist, proclaiming the gospel and participating in other priest roles as assigned by the rector. Prior to coming to Trinity, Carolyne served at Meade Memorial Episcopal Church, Old Town, Alexandria, VA, as assisting priest.
The Rev. Carolyne graduated at Virginia Theological Seminary in Master of Arts in Christian Formation in May 2023. She holds bachelor's degree in divinity and Anglican studies and Master of Theology at St. Paul's University, Limuru Kenya.
Prior to coming to the United States, the Rev. Carolyne was a priest at St. Michael and All Angels Cathedral Bondo, Kenya. In her leadership and role as a youth pastor, she initiated two services; Youth service at 8 o'clock and Morning glory Eucharist service at 7 o’clock. She also initiated a vibrant praise and worship team with the youth. Carolyne initiated the building of the Cathedral office which she oversaw to its completion. She led training of parish council members of the Cathedral. Carolyne also served as chaplain of the Mother’s Union in Nyanza region which comprises of six dioceses from 2010-2012.
Carolyne is the founder and director the daughters of Zion Widows and Orphans' group in the Dioceses of Bondo and Southern Nyanza. She is also the founder and director of Shalom Orphans Rescue Center. As a compassionate priest, Carolyne advocates for social justice to the marginalized groups in the society.
The Rev. Carolyne’s mission is to bring new and exciting energy into the Church’s continuing efforts to revitalize congregations and organizations and inspire in them relevant ministries and ideas that help to strengthen both the community, congregation, and organizations.