Dean of Rochester Cathedral takes a break from ministry
Ongoing talks: Rochester Cathedral
Ongoing talks: Rochester Cathedral
THE Dean of Rochester Cathedral, the Very Revd Dr Mark Beach,
has stepped back from public ministry after he separated from his
wife, Annabel.
The diocese of Rochester said in a statement that his separation
had concerned some people in the "cathedral community". Although Dr
Beach has not resigned, the statement said that talks were ongoing,
and, while this was taking place, he would no longer minister at
the cathedral.
Released on Wednesday of last week, the statement said: "The
Very Reverend Mark Beach, Dean of Rochester Cathedral remains in
post. However, his decision to separate from his wife has raised
issues for some within the cathedral community, and these matters
are under active discussion. In the mean time, the Dean has
withdrawn from public ministry."
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