Bishop Helen-Ann, who was brought up in the North East, will succeed the Right Reverend Christine Hardman who retired as Bishop of Newcastle in November last year.<\/p>\n
Bishop Helen-Ann said: \u201cI am absolutely delighted and excited to be the next Bishop of Newcastle. With life-long connections to the whole region covered by the Diocese, I am inspired by the example of the Northern Saints, whose engagement in God\u2019s mission lies deep in the fabric and contours of the land. I am, and will continue to be in this new role, a passionate advocate for the region. I look forward immensely to supporting and encouraging the vital work of the Diocese at every level: parishes and benefices, schools, chaplaincies, clergy and lay together as we continue to engage in God\u2019s mission in the season that lies ahead.\u201d<\/p>\n
The Archbishop of York, the Most Reverend Stephen Cottrell said: \u201cI am delighted that Helen-Ann has agreed to become the next Bishop of Newcastle. Helen-Ann brings rich experience and a tremendous passion for communicating the gospel, as well as a deep commitment to championing those often under-represented in our society. Newcastle Diocese is truly blessed to have Helen-Ann as its new Bishop.\u201d<\/p>\n
Read it all<\/a>.<\/p>\n "I am, and will continue to be in this new role, a passionate advocate for the region."<\/p>\n The current Bishop of Ripon, @HartleyHAM<\/a>, is to become the next Bishop of Newcastle.<\/p>\n Read more at https:\/\/t.co\/8QXfQq9v3j<\/a>. pic.twitter.com\/9nzQNJisXa<\/a><\/p>\n — The Church of England (@churchofengland) October 20, 2022<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n \n