Rev Dr Mike Harrison who is currently the Suffragan Bishop of Dunwich in the Diocese of St Edmundsbury and Ipswich succeeds Rt Rev Robert Atwell, as the new bishop of Exeter.

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.”

Bishop Mike will be the 72nd Bishop of Exeter, with care for 489 parishes across Devon.

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