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- 1 2 3 4 Puddister, Matthew (September 21, 2023). "Clara Plamondon elected bishop in Territory of the People". Anglican Journal. Retrieved 5 February 2024.
- ↑ "Clara Plamondon". Anglican Diocese of Islands and Inlets. Retrieved 5 February 2024.
- ↑ "Consecration Service January 25, 2024". Territory of the People. Retrieved 5 February 2024.