Our New Rector Has Arrived

Maureen Bebbington0 Comments
Bishop Philip and Revd. Andy.
Congratulations from Bishop Philip and the Church Wardens.

We are thrilled to welcome our new Parish Priest,  the Reverend Canon Andrew Froud.  He took up his post after his induction, by  the Archdeacon, on Monday evening at St. Michael and all Angels Church, Foulridge.  What a wonderful and uplifting service it was.  There was pre-service singing from the Christ Church music group, Fusion, whilst the numerous members of the congregation and local clergy arrived.  The service which followed was a celebration of this joyful event, with rousing hymns sung with gusto by the congregation, readings and prayers, a lively sermon from Bishop Philip, and the declaration and oaths made by Revd. Andy.  A highlight was when Revd. Andy was invited to toll the church bell to announce his induction.

After the service, the clergy and congregation enjoyed a delicious buffet prepared and served by members of St. Michael’s church.

Revd. Andy will officiate at his first communion service in the Parish on Sunday 5th February at Christ Church.  We hope many parishioners will attend to extend a warm welcome to him and his family.