Dear friends across the Diocese of Derby,
I would like to express my deep gratitude for your kindness and generosity as I retire today from ministry as Bishop of Repton. Your many good wishes and your lovely gifts are hugely appreciated. The cheque will go a long way in helping us equip our new home in Gloucester. And the Evensong farewell service on 19 April was beautiful and unforgettable - a big thank you also to the Dean, the Choir, and all the Derby Cathedral team.
It has been a joy and a privilege to share with you and with Bishop Libby all over this beautiful county. The warmth of your welcome has been a great encouragement, and it has been so good to journey in ministry together.
Pam and I move to Gloucester the first week in May, and as many of you will know we plan to set off on pilgrimage, cycling from Lands End to John o Groats at the end of the month. As we go you will all be in our prayers. I’d like to thank Bishop Libby in particular for her kindness, care, and inspiration as we have worked together, and all of you for your prayers at this time.
With every blessing, and my prayers always.
Bishop Malcolm
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All photos from the Evensong service held on Sunday 19 April can be found here on our Flikr page
