New Bishop of Burnley sends welcome message to parishes and schools across Lancashire

Following his announcement as the next Bishop of Burnley, Rev. Dr Joe Kennedy has sent this new YouTube video message to parishes and schools across Lancashire. The special message comes after a full and busy day last Friday for the Bishop-Designate, beginning with the formal announcement at Burnley Faith Centre. Join our new WhatsApp Community to get the latest news and top stories from across Lancashire directly to your phone.

The visit was doubly significant for Joe as it combined two key areas of work he will oversee as the new Bishop; both part of the ‘Being Witnesses’ strand of our Vision 2026 work. They are new local congregations and caring for creation. Sign up for our free newsletters now In his new video to the Diocese, Joe said: “I am delighted and humbled to be announced as the next Bishop of Burnley, and to be joining Bishop Philip’s team later in the year.

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