Bishop Rod’s retirement on 2nd October 2022 was marked by a service of thanksgiving held at Oak Hill College on 1st October. The service included reflections on Bishop Rod’s ministry from the Bishop of London, Sarah Mullally and from Johnny Juckes, Principal of Oak Hill College. Rod preached on Ephesians 1: 15-23 as well as making his own reflections on his period of ministry. The service was followed by tea and presentations to Bishop Rod and his wife, Lesley.