The Bishop of Derby, the Rt Revd Libby Lane, is currently on sick leave. Our prayers and best wishes are with her at this time for a full recovery. Bishop Libby’s episcopal responsibilities are delegated at the moment to the Bishop of Repton, the Rt Revd Malcolm Macnaughton.
Bishop Malcolm retires from ministry on Thursday 30 April, after which episcopal responsibilities in the Diocese of Derby will be delegated by the Archbishop of Canterbury, to the Rt Revd Jackie Searle, Honorary Assistant Bishop in the Diocese of Coventry, former Bishop of Crediton and previously acting Bishop of Exeter. Bishop Jackie has a connection with our diocese, having been vicar of Littleover from 2003 to 2012.
Speaking on this appointment, Bishop Jackie said:
“I have been asked to be the Acting Bishop of Derby for this period and will be returning to a diocese that has a very special place in my heart.
“I will be pleased to support the diocese through this time. Meanwhile my prayers and best wishes are with Bishop Libby, and with Bishop Malcolm on his retirement.”
Bishop Jackie will be part-time in this role, and will be working closely with the senior team. Throughout this period enquiries should continue to go through the Bishop of Derby’s office as normal.
