[Bishop Mark Rylands]…said: “I have long been a supporter of including women as bishops in the Church and it is very good to see Libby called to serve as Bishop of Stockport.
“I welcome this move.”
He said he believed it was as good move for the church moving forward.
He added: “The Church of England is for everyone because God is for everyone.
“And whilst we are now clear that women will be bishops in the Church of England, we want to include those who, for theological reasons, cannot accept this move and make sure there is still a place for them in the church.