A NEW archdeacon of Cornwall has been appointed following the installation of the previous archdeacon as dean of Truro.
The Reverend Canon Bill Stuart-White will be installed at a special service in Truro Cathedral at 4pm on December 16.
His predecessor, the Venerable Roger Bush, is now dean of Truro.
The Reverend Canon Stuart-White has celebrated 25 years as a priest and has had a long career working in the Diocese of Truro, including ministry in the parishes of Camborne, Linkinhorne and Stoke Climsland.
He is presently priest-in-charge at St Breoke and Egloshayle in Wadebridge, diocesan rural link officer and an honorary canon of Truro Cathedral.
Making the announcement, the Bishop of Truro, the Right Reverend Tim Thornton, said: "Bill is an experienced parish priest and gifted preacher and teacher who understands the need to work alongside people and to listen to them.
"Bill will begin to take up his new duties in mid December and I know that he will bring to this role wisdom, sensitivity, an ability to listen and discern and, when necessary, the willingness to speak a hard word."
Canon Stuart-White said: "It's a great honour and challenge to be asked to undertake this role. These are not the easiest of times for anyone, and that includes the Church of England, but I believe firmly that, if we can focus on the mission God gives us, the church can once again be good news for Cornwall.
"I look forward to working closely with the clergy and people of the area."
Married to Brenda, he has a keen interest in the countryside and enjoys walking, especially on Cornwall's coastal path. He is also a keen fan of local rugby, though having recently transferred his allegiance from Camborne to Wadebridge Camels, he may now have to think again.
