New Bishop Of Exeter named
The Right Reverend Dr Mike Harrison will take over in the autumn
A new Bishop of Exeter has been announced.
The Right Reverend Dr Mike Harrison will take on the role in the autumn after his appointment was approved by the King.
He succeeds the Right Reverend Robert Atwell, who retired last September.
Bishop Mike is currently the Suffragan Bishop of Dunwich in the Diocese of St Edmundsbury and Ipswich.
Bishop Mike said “I am delighted, excited, and honoured to become the Bishop of Exeter.
"Devon holds a special place in my heart and I’m looking forward to working with its amazing churches and their communities to share the gospel message of hope, joy and wonder that is the faith we have in Jesus Christ to transform lives and restore broken situations.
“It feels significant that I am beginning my ministry here on St Petroc’s Day (4 June), known as Devon Day.
"This county has a wonderful mix of rural, coastal, and urban areas, not dissimilar to Suffolk where I presently minister, and I am looking forward to flying St Petroc’s flag for Devon and joining with the people in God’s mission here.”