The Venerable Matthew Trick appointed as next Dean of Guernsey

His Majesty The King has approved the appointment of The Venerable Matthew Trick as the next Dean of Guernsey. Matthew currently serves as Archdeacon of Derby City and South Derbyshire and Residentiary Canon of Derby Cathedral.

As Dean, Matthew will become the senior Anglican priest serving the Bailiwick of Guernsey, including Guernsey, Alderney, Herm and Sark. Alongside his responsibilities as Dean, he will also be licensed as Vicar of Sark, serving the Anglican community on the island and maintaining a regular pastoral and liturgical presence there.

His appointment comes at an important moment for the Deanery as churches continue to serve their communities while engaging with opportunities around mission, safeguarding, governance, children and young people, and the Church’s contribution to public life.

The Very Reverend Dr Peter Robinson, Dean of Derby, said:

‘On behalf of the Derby Cathedral community, I offer my congratulations to Matthew on his appointment as Dean of Guernsey. As a Residentiary Canon, Matthew has served people of the Cathedral with distinction over the past two years. Matthew’s membership of Chapter has made a significant impact in helping the Cathedral serve the diocese of Derby effectively. As our growing younger lead Matthew has inspired our children’s and young people’s team and brought committed leadership that has enabled this work to grow in both depth and numbers.

We shall miss the whole family who have worshipped regularly with us during their time in Derby: their daughter has been one of our choristers and their son a member of our Sunday School. We send our prayers and good wishes not only to the family but also to the Guernsey church as you welcome Matthew and begin a new chapter in your life together.’

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