member of clergy

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Safeguarding advocates and another senior member of clergy, like the Bishop of Newcastle Helen-Ann Hartley, said they felt Cottrell could have acted earlier and could have removed the priest.

From BBC • Jan. 29, 2026

Dame Sarah is due to be officially confirmed as the most senior member of clergy in the Church of England at the end of January.

From BBC • Jan. 8, 2026

After a recruitment process, that panel is meant to recommend a member of clergy to fill a vacant bishop or archbishop position.

From BBC • Sep. 19, 2024

Andrew Graystone, an advocate for survivors of abuse in the Church of England, says he was called by a senior member of clergy from Blackburn Cathedral.

From BBC • Aug. 13, 2024

As a married member of clergy, he can baptize, witness marriages, anoint the sick, say Mass, and partake in any duties or sacraments other Catholic priests can perform.

From Washington Times • Jul. 24, 2017