The Rt Revd Colin Buchanan, an Honorary Bishop in the Diocese of Leeds and eminent theologian, has passed away peacefully with his beloved family around him.
In tribute, the Rt Revd Nick Baines, Bishop of Leeds has written to clergy following the sudden death of Bishop Colin in the Leeds General Infirmary on November 29.
Bishop Nick writes: “Colin is loved and respected around the world, but especially here in the Diocese of Leeds.
“Many parishes and individuals owe him a huge debt for his pastoral care, teaching and faithfulness. He will be greatly missed.
Lovely to have Bishop Colin Buchanan formerly of @SouthwarkCofE and @StJohnsNottm with us today here at #StStephensWithEastburn giving fantastic encouragement to me as new vicar and rekindling old friendships with the parish from his lent preaching and teaching @LeedsCofE pic.twitter.com/JjtSc43I6B
— David Coleman aka Sportswear Dave (@revdavidcoleman) December 8, 2019