New Bishop of Penrith Michael Leyden chats with Bishop Rob Saner-Haigh

Описание: We are thrilled to announce that Michael Leyden has been named the next Bishop of Penrith!

In this exclusive sit-down, Michael chats with Bishop Rob Saner-Haigh about his journey from being a "convert to Christianity" [01:51] to leading theological colleges, and now, answering the call to serve the Diocese of Carlisle.

Get to know the man behind the title—from his passion for "life in all its fullness" [03:28] to his "terrible" math skills [01:24] and his faithful dog, Lottie, who keeps his prayer life on track! [01:34]

In this video, you’ll discover:

His Background: How his experience at Emmanuel Theological College and parish ministry prepared him for this role [00:41].

His Faith: Why he is deeply passionate about people meeting Jesus and living out their faith in everyday life [02:10].

Why Cumbria?: What attracts him to the "plucky" and diverse communities of our Diocese, from the Lake District to the West Coast [04:08].

His Vision: His commitment to equipping and calling people from all backgrounds to serve God [05:31].

Personal Insights: His favorite Bible verses (Philippians 1:21 and John 10:10) and how they guide his life [02:56].

Join us in prayer for Michael, his wife Anna, and their two children as they begin this exciting new chapter in Cumbria [06:58].

Are you excited for Michael to join the Diocese? Let us know in the comments! 👇

🔔 Subscribe to the Diocese of Carlisle for more updates, stories of faith, and news from across Cumbria.

#BishopOfPenrith #DioceseOfCarlisle #Cumbria #ChurchOfEngland #Faith #NewBishop #MichaelLeyden #Christianity #LakeDistrict