McMILLAN, Allan, Rev, B.A. B.D. (1907-1957)
Assembly memorial minute 1957
Born - Isle of Arran, Scotland, 30th May, 1907.
Came to Australia under the Government scheme - "Big Brother" - to work on a farm at Pomborneit in the Western District;
during this period, under the influence of the Rev. J. Gray Robertson, he felt a call to study for the Ministry.
Educated - St. Andrew’s Training College, Carlton;
Bachelor of Arts, University of Melbourne;
Bachelor of Divinity, Melbourne, while resident in Ormond College.
Ordained - Burnie, Tasmania - 1938.
Parishes - Burnie - 1938-1941.
Bairnsdale - 1941-1945 - during which pastorate he was a Chaplain with the R.A.A.F.
St. Cuthbert’s, Brighton - 1945-1957.
Committees - Public Questions - one time Convener;
Board of Education - Chairman - 1953-1957;
Council of St. Leonard’s Girls’ School, Brighton - Chairman.
Died - 29th June, 1957.
Mr. McMillan’s preaching was marked by a zeal to teach the evangel of the Christ. He was a thoughtful and convincing preacher, was diligent in pastoral duties, and earned wide respect and affection. He served the Church on the important committees of Public Questions and Education, and as Chairman of the Board of Education, earned the esteem of many for his grace and ability, the dignity he brought to his office impressing every member. His courtesy and sincere earnestness made him greatly beloved. Always cheerful and friendly, he triumphed over many personal difficulties, maintaining a Christian spirit which was in itself a benediction to many.
To Mrs. McMillan, her two daughters and son, the Assembly tender sincere sympathy.
Gender
- Male