Background
Harris, George Clinton was born on December 19, 1925 in Brooklyn. Son of Clinton George and Meta Grace (Werner) Harris.
Harris, George Clinton was born on December 19, 1925 in Brooklyn. Son of Clinton George and Meta Grace (Werner) Harris.
Bachelor of Science, Civil Engineering, Rutgers University, 1950. STB, General Theological Seminary, New York City, 1953. Master of Sacred Theology, General Theological Seminary, 1970.
Ordained to ministry of Episcopal Church as deacon. As priest, 1953; priest Curate Heavenly Rest Church, New York City, 1953—1955. Chaplain Easter School.
Assistant Epiphany Church, Baguio City, Philippines, 1956—1957. Priest-in-charge St. Mary the Virgin Church, Sagada, Philippines, 1957—1962. Principal St. Francis High School, Upi Cotabato, Philippines, 1963—1969.
Rector Lower Luzerne Parish, Hazelton, Pennsylvania, 1970—1974. Director Lakota Leadership Program, 1974—1981. Bishop Diocese of Alaska, Fairbanks, 1981—1991.
Retired, 1991.
Married Mary Jane Shotwell, June 27, 1953. 6 children.