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Recognition of Positive Impact

Thursday 17 October 2024 · 2 questions

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Answered 0 Partly answered 2 Not answered 0

Key points

  • The Church recognises the positive impact of individual members of the clergy and lay people through national awards like the Archbishops' medals and Lambeth degrees.
  • Greg Smith thanked Reverend Canon David Williams and his wife Jo for their 15 years of service to Princes Risborough.
  • The Diocese of Oxford expresses appreciation for the dedicated, pioneering, and innovative work of clergy and lay volunteers.

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Questions & Answers

Q1 Greg Smith Con Mid Buckinghamshire
Religion & Faith
Context

Inquires about the recognition given to individual clergy members for their work in communities. This is prompted by the significant service of Reverend Canon David Williams.

Question

What steps the Church is taking to recognise the positive impact of individual members of the clergy in the communities they serve.

Answer from Marsha de Cordova

At a national level, the contribution of local clergy and lay people is usually recognised through the Archbishops' medals or a Lambeth degree. Most dioceses also have their own awards. Clergy and lay volunteers are eligible for nomination to relevant orders, and for decorations and medals, and there are opportunities in the wider civil honours system where appropriate.

Partly answered

Not addressed: Did not address Reverend Canon David Williams specifically or provide a concrete action or recognition specific to him.

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Q2 Greg Smith Con Mid Buckinghamshire
Religion & Faith
Context

Acknowledges the hard work and dedication of all clergy, focusing on Reverend Canon David Williams who has served Princes Risborough for 15 years, supporting children through Lighthouse Princes Risborough and other charities.

Question

Will the hon. Lady join me in thanking David and his wife Jo for their 15 years' service to Princes Risborough? What more can the Church do to recognise his and others' hard work?

Answer from Marsha de Cordova

I place on record my thanks, congratulations and appreciation of Reverend Canon David Williams and his wife—as we know, these things are always a partnership—for all their good work in the hon. Gentleman's constituency. The Diocese of Oxford is thankful for the dedicated, pioneering and innovative work of the clergy and their great contribution to the Church's ministry and mission, and to our local communities.

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Not addressed: Did not provide specific actions or recognitions that could be taken by the Church beyond expressing gratitude.

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