New Bishop of Exeter confirmed at palace ceremony
Right Reverend Mike Harrison now has a new legal status as the 72nd Bishop of Exeter
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The new Bishop of Exeter has been confirmed by the Archbishop of Canterbury at a ceremony in London.
Earlier in the year, it was announced the Right Reverend Mike Harrison would take on the role - he was previously the Bishop of Dunwich in Suffolk.
On Wednesday, Dr Harrison attended a ceremony at Lambeth Palace.
He said the "service marks a significant moment in that transition, and I am looking forward greatly to joining with sisters and brothers in the Diocese of Exeter..."
'All count equally'
The new bishop succeeds the Right Reverend Robert Atwell, who retired in September 2023.
During the ceremony, Dr Harrison took oaths on the Bible and signed a Declaration of Assent, which is necessary when bishops take on new appointments.
He now has a new legal status as the 72nd Bishop of Exeter.
The Archbishop of Canterbury, the Most Reverend Justin Welby said: “Every single person in the Diocese of Exeter, of all faiths or of no faith, is in your care.
“They all count equally, no matter who they are. I think you have a very joyful and exciting time ahead of you in Devon.”
Dr Harrison will begin his new role on 2 November.
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- Published4 June
