Meet the new vicar.
It was a real privilege to attend the licensing of the new vicar of Whittington with Weeford, and Hints - Reverend Ashley Hines.
The service was led by the Bishop of Lichfield, Rt Revd Dr Michael Ipgrave.
A packed church enjoyed some lovely hymns and heard a warm welcome for the new minister from a range of local representatives, including Churchwarden, David Clarke, Parish Councillor, Bob Wood and Janice Eagles from St Mary's Church in Weeford.
We then all headed over to the village hall for traditional tea and sandwiches, where I was chatting to Revd Canon Stephen Mayes, his wife, Carol, and local resident, John Smith. (John had done a great job of organising car parking on a very busy evening!)
I look forward to catching up with Ashley for a chat soon.