Pastoral Letter from Bishop Crispian - Feb 2012
Dear Sisters and Brothers in Christ,
In the course of the last year – since Ash Wednesday of last year - I’ve had many rich and wonderful and demanding experiences because this has been an extraordinary year for me. Not only has my resignation been accepted, though I am still awaiting the naming and appointment of my successor, but also I have had to undergo two major operations for cancer. To say that this has changed my life and my outlook on life is a massive understatement. From being an active leader in good health and giving support and encouragement to others, I suddenly have become one of those needing support; for the first time in my life, I have received the Sacrament of the Sick and have become one of those listed in parish newsletters as being sick and in need of prayers. And yet, all the time the loving face of Christ has been there for strength and comfort...
Letter from Bishop Crispian Nov 2011