The Bishop of Derby has announced the names of 16 people who will receive the Bishop's Badge as a token of their distinguished service to the church and community.
The candidates come from all over the Diocese of Derby, and the badges recognise the work and dedication exhibited by individuals.
The recipients, all of whom will receive their badges at a special service in Derby Cathedral on Sunday 4th October at 3.00pm, are as follows:
Sheila Bagguley - St Mary & St Laurence Bolsover
Helen Bousie - St Alkmund and St Werburgh Derby
Brian Horsley - St Lawrence Great Barlow
Edward Latham - Lay Chair Alfreton Deanery
Margaret Perkins - Christ Church Belper
June Robinson - St Mary & St Laurence Bolsover
Mark Russell - St Philip Chaddesdon
Linda Sainsbury - St Alkmund and St Werburgh Derby
Catherine Schurer - St Anne Baslow
Joan Smith - St George & St Mary Gresley
Roy Witham - St John the Baptist Winster
Tracey Ely - St Mary Boulton Lane
Kat Witham - Diocesan Youth Council
Ann McGovern - School Secretary, Dinting Vale CE VA Primary School
Di Fretwell - Chair of Governors, Crich Fritchley CE VA Primary School
John Howarth - Head server Derby Cathedral
Bishop Alastair said today: "I am delighted to be awarding 16 badges this year to recipients from throughout the Diocese. I have been heartened and inspired by the human stories behind these nominations; examples of exceptional Christian ministry and quiet devoted service."
He added: "I am particularly encouraged by the addition of a new class of awards this year: nominations made by our Diocesan Education Team for those working with children and young people in church schools and the local community. All the nominees would, I know, be the first to stress that they accept the award on behalf of their communities and as representatives of the many thousands of their fellow church members who work tirelessly for the Kingdom of God."
For further information please contact:
Revd Alan Harper, Chaplain to the Bishop of Derby
Tel (01332) 840132
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